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YRK Summer Edition

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CULTIVATING COMMUNITY AND DOWNTOWN

BUSINESS IN YORK, PENNSYLVANIA

FEATURING:

Second Saturday in the City

This is your season, York.

Let the longer days and warmer temperatures lead you outdoors this summer to explore the sights, tastes and activities of York County living. Paddle on the Susquehanna River.

Rejuvenate yourself with a summer yoga practice.

Gather with your family and neighbors for Second Saturday in the City in downtown York. Summer is a fleeting season; make the city of York and York County your vacation destination spot for adventure and discovery this season in #YorkPA.

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Get Groovin' in the Music Mecca | Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center,

Kable House Presents & Sign of the Wagon*

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Achievement Striving: York Partners for Keystone State Games | York College

A Campus Community of Family | York College of Pennsylvania* Hands-On, Minds-On Interactions | Second Saturday in the City Bringing Arts and Culture to Life | Cultural Alliance of York County Nourishing & Nurturing Community | Healthy World Café* Uniting Love of Food with Love for Wine| Tutoni's Restaurant* Where Summer Gets Tasty | White Rose Bar & Grill* Get Fresh: Central Market | Central Market* Blazing the Trail for Art| Pennsylvania Arts Experience & Marketview Arts Boutique Beautiful | York City Boutique Week On the Pursuit for Service|CGA Law Firm The Art of Home | Downtown Dweller* Cornerstone of Quality | Olde York Homes Rep. Scott Perry | Pennsylvania's 4th Congressional District Tranquil Très Chic | Indigo Bleu* Channeling Coachella | EPIC – A Michael Allen Salon Tastefully Sweet & Stylish | The Strawberry Shop Creating Possibilities Through Summer Practice| Evolution Power Yoga* This Sole Is Sweet | The Haines Shoe House & Mellie's Makery Go Play Outside: Susquehanna Adventures | Shank's Mare Outfitters

YRK SUMMER 2015 EDITION CREDITS:

PUBLISHERS: Chad Taylor Bill Hynes Patrick Dahlheimer Chad Gracey Executive Editor: Breanna Shorten breanna@yrkmagazine.com Designer|Associate Editor: Becky Tibbits becky@yrkmagazine.com Editorial Assitant: Sarah Walsh, guest writer pp. 31-32 Photographers: Eric Forberger & Lucia De Giovanni Writer: Michael Vyskocil Special thanks to EPIC – A Michael Allen Salon for hairstyling pp. 29-30 and pp. 37-38, and Garrett Wright for makup on pp. 37-38 Contact: @YRKMagazine /YRKMagazine @yrkmagazine info@yrkmagazine.com yrkmagazine.com Ideas, questions, advertise, etc.

Contact YRK: info@yrkmagazine.com YRK LLC has made every attempt to ensure that all information contained in this publication has been obtained from reliable sources, but all such information is provided “as is” with no guarantee of completeness or accuracy. The views of contributors do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of YRK LLC. YRK LLC cannot be held for errors or omissions contained in, or reliance made upon, the contents of this publication.

* Photos by Lucia De Giovanni

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jeff beck the capitol theatre

music in the city

| strand-capitol performing arts center, kable house presents & sign of the wagon

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israel nash kable house presents

How far would you drive to see legendary guitarists, soulful with

rockabilly

stellar

artists,

syncopation

wicked and

percussionists

dynamite

singer-

songwriters all perform in one place? Park the car and head downtown.

The Capitol Theatre, Kable House Presents (at Central Market) and Sign of the Wagon combine to make York a mecca for music in south-central Pennsylvania. The plethora of performance venues, the enthusiastic crowds of locals and regional live music groupies and a hip downtown vibe foster this atmosphere of musical diversity. Hey, it really says something about your city when world-class performers are working your hometown into their touring schedules.

Go behind the lens of photographer Lucia De Giovanni, who captured the images of the headliners who have recently graced the White Rose City’s stages: rock guitarist Jeff Beck and guitar prodigy Tyler Bryant (The Capitol Theatre), folk recording artist Israel Nash and acclaimed songwriter Birdie Busch (Kable House Presents), and Andrew Bryant of Water Liars (Sign of

andrew bryant sign of the wagon

the Wagon).

Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center @strandcapitol /strandcapitol mystrandcapitol.org

50 N. George St. York, PA 17401

717.846.1111

Kable House Presents

SIGN OF THE WAGON

Central Market 34 W. Philadelphia St. York, PA 17401

154 E. Philadelphia St. York, PA 17401

@kablehouse /kablehousepresents kablehousepresents.com

717.746.8620

@signofthewagon /signofthewagon signofthewagon.com

717.848.1669

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GAMES keystone state games

| york college of pennsylvania

It’s the setting for the pursuit of excellence. Those who journey here have set their own personal goals for success.

This summer, their athletic ambitions will star on York County’s stage as athletes unite in the spirit of competition for the 34th Annual Keystone State Games Festival of Sports, July 29 through August 2.

As presenting sponsor, York College, in partnership with the York County Convention & Visitors Bureau, is offering athletes of all ages access to its athletic fields and the Grumbacher Sport and Fitness Center.

The annual Keystone State Games is Pennsylvania’s largest amateur athletic festival. This year marks the first of three years, 2015–2017, that the Keystone State Games will call York County home base for competition. More than 50 sporting events will be held at York College (the main venue for the Keystone State Games), the York Expo Center and other locations.

Since its beginning in 1981, the Keystone State Games have involved more than 400,000 participants over the course of three decades.

“Contributing to the Keystone State Games is one of those win-win opportunities that allow us to serve as stewards for York County,” says York College Assistant Dean for Athletics and Recreation Paul Saikia. “The exposure allows us to showcase our facilities to prospective students while providing the Keystone State Games with excellent venues for competition.”

Just as York College prepares students for careers in a competitive job market, the Keystone State Games offers an Olympic-style venue for athletes preparing for national and international competitions. Most importantly, the Keystone State Games celebrate their athletic accomplishments and achievement.

York College of Pennsylvania @yorkcollegepa /yorkcollegepa @yorkcollegepa ycp.edu

441 Country Club Rd. York, PA 17403

717.846.7788

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York College of Pennsylvania @yorkcollegepa /yorkcollegepa @yorkcollegepa ycp.edu

441 Country Club Rd. York, PA 17403

717.846.7788

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A campus community of family york college of pennsylvania

First-class musical performers, renowned authors and scholars, award-winning athletes, dedicated staff and individuals preparing to make their mark on their own professional careers … all are part of the York College family.

Inviting, enlightening and entertaining, York College is like a family to the members of its own campus community.

But you don’t need to have relatives attending classes here or working on campus to be a part of this family of engaged learners and doers.

Student showcases of academic, artistic, athletic and entrepreneurial accomplishments happen in the

classrooms, laboratories, performing arts venues, and sports arenas throughout the year.

The perennially popular cultural series features concerts, art exhibits, lectures, films and theatrical performances open to members of the public, with most of the experiences free of charge.

“As a resource to our community, we seek to provide the benefits of college life not only to our students, but to our friends and neighbors throughout the region,” says York College’s

Dean of Academic Affairs and the Center for Community Engagement Dr. Dominic DelliCarpini. “The College is

committed to making the amenities of our intellectual and cultural life widely accessible.”

When you step onto the grounds of this campus, you feel that sense of home (yes, even the animal guests enjoy frolicking on the grass). The students, faculty and staff of York College consider it a pleasure to share their accomplishments, educational aspirations, ideas and company with you, the members of their extended campus family.

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second saturday in the city

| cultural alliance of york county

Getting up, getting out and getting active is the credo for this summer’s Second Saturday in the City. The free series of arts and culture activities in downtown York focuses on bringing parents and children of families together citywide.

“We focus on the interactive. We’re looking for things families can do together,” says Kelley Gibson, the Director of Communications and Engagement for the Cultural Alliance of York County, the presenter of this year’s programming.

From June through September, each month will feature a different theme reflecting hands-on, minds-on music and arts events. Following June’s Paint the Town celebration, Second Saturday in the City themes for the upcoming months include July 11, “Use Your Voice”; August 8, “Move Your Body” and September 12, “Let’s Make Music.”

Through music jams, Zumba, dancing, singing, playing instruments, painting or creating, Second Saturday in the City is a community builder, bringing York’s neighbors together by sharing arts, music and culture.

Cultural Alliance of York County @culturalyork /culturalallianceyork 2ndsaturdayyork.org culturalalliance-york.org

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14 W. Market St. York, PA 17401

717.812.9255

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Mary Anne Winkelman, President, and Kelley Gibson, Director of Communications and Engagement

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cultural alliance of york county

Enriching a community, arts and cultural experiences provide common ground for people of all ages. Teens and adults, children and seniors all benefit from access to arts and culture. The Cultural Alliance of York County is dedicated to this mission.

“The arts are what make us a community,” says Kelley Gibson, Director of Communications and Engagement.

“Without funding and a strong foundation, these organizations couldn’t bring these arts experiences to life for thousands of people in York. We don’t make the art; our support makes the art possible.”

The Cultural Alliance provides operational funds to eight essential arts and cultural organizations to provide the support needed to keep these anchors thriving in York. They also fund arts projects and programs that contribute to a thriving local economy and create a more connected community.

“The arts are the heart of York, a driving force for change in our downtown. These organizations are planning big changes, and we’re proud to provide support to help them get there,” she says.

Gibson cites some examples of the transformations about to take place. A new CEO and new renovations at the Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, the proposal of a new downtown history center and campus for the York County Heritage Trust, the successful 1.3-million-dollar capital campaign that allows YorkArts to grow—these are just some of the big changes on the horizon that will be

a shot in the arm to the revitalization of our city. “Our community has big dreams for York, and they know the arts are an important piece to making them come true.”

Furthering the drive to dream big, the Cultural Alliance invites the public to participate in Big Idea Saturday on June 27. Part of the Impact Arts & Culture Conference, this day is all about celebrating the genesis of big ideas.

Meet the new CEO of the Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, join a discussion with York College Dean of Community Engagement Dr. Dominic DelliCarpini on the disruption model learning in higher education or build your own art boat with Clifton Santiago at Rudy Collective Gallery. YRK is hosting the launch of this summer issue on that day as well.

The Cultural Alliance is also raising funds for its 1-milliondollar annual campaign, which features a match challenge from an anonymous donor. “Those dollars raised become part of new projects, and that doubles the impact of these gifts,” Gibson says. “Every gift makes a difference.”

Cultural Alliance of York County @culturalyork /culturalallianceyork culturalalliance-york.org yorkideas.org

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healthy world café

At these tables, food and friends unite to nurture a community.

In this place, those in need of nourishment can find not only fresh food but also fresh opportunities to do good for York’s residents.

This is the mission of the Healthy World Café.

Modeled after the One World Everybody Eats Café in Salt Lake City, Utah, Healthy World Café in York transitioned from a community lunch service at First Moravian Church to a standalone café that opened in early April. While diners can certainly walk in and pay the suggested prices, the Healthy World Café challenges patrons to pay how they can. Menu prices are suggested and diners may volunteer in exchange for their meal or pay it forward, donating towards the cost of another person’s meal.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of the café’s service philosophy.

“We’ve seen a lot of folks from novices to trained chefs coming in to volunteer their time,” says Healthy World Café’s board of directors chair Sarah Chain.

The focus, she says, is about creating a welcoming community.

“We have a table we call the community table. Anyone can sit down next

to someone they may not know and connect with your neighbors and people from different walks of life. This concept is not really embraced at other places.”

Additionally, the café aims to support local farms and farmers through its locally sourced ingredients that make their way into menu items from salad to hummus.

“As we move forward and settle in, we also want to use the café space

as classroom space. We want to encourage folks to understand healthy eating,” through possible classes, cooking demonstrations and

events, she adds.

With volunteers always welcome here, what better way to nurture your community than by nourishing it through serving others?

Healthy World Café

@HWCYorkPA /HealthyWorldCafe healthyworldcafe.org

24 S. George St. York, PA 17401 Mon. - Fri. 11a.m. - 2 p.m.

717.814.8204

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tutoni's restaurant

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The application is in, and plans are in the works. Fresh off the celebration of its one-year anniversary, Tutoni’s is set to take an already exceptional dining experience and make it even more exquisite.

Upon receipt of their economic development liquor license later this summer, Toni and Tony Calderone have big plans for uniting their standout Italian-inspired, locally sourced dishes with some of the finest wines you can find in York.

“We are going to be opening the VINTAGE WINE BAR in the basement,” says Tony, “with an awesome wine program that Toni will head up as sommelier. We want to make this a cool, sexy, intimate date spot.” With 16 bottles on a dispensing system, Vintage allows guests to choose a 1-ounce, 3-ounce or full glass of wine, presenting an opportunity to learn what wines appeal to their palates.

In addition, space for a piano bar will present the quintessential setting for creative cocktail, wine and food pairings.

“We plan on touring the globe in a sense with our wine program and getting great wines from all over the world,” he says.

Tony credits Tutoni’s loyal clientele who have given both roots and wings to the Calderones’ downtown York dining destination.

“We didn’t have a liquor license for one year, and the fact that we’re the only fine dining restaurant that didn’t have a liquor license that has succeeded is due to our great food,” Tony says. “We want to continue to provide exceptional, locally sourced food and provide a great cocktail and wine program” to York city.

Tutoni’s Restaurant @tutonisyork /tutonisyork tutonis.com

108 N. George St. York, PA 17401

717.885.5169

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white rose bar

& grill

When you think about the tastes of summer in the City of York, White Rose Bar & Grill seals the deal. Whether on a bun, in a wrap, or in a glass, the flavors of the freshest summer foods star in these tantalizing White Rose dishes.

Flavors of Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay infuse Old Bay-seasoned steamed shrimp served with a side of cocktail sauce.

Of course, what would summer be without burgers from the grill? But you really haven’t had a burger until you’ve had one of White Rose’s creations.

With meat from local purveyor J.L. Miller Meats as the base, these tasty burgers feature toppings ranging from hot crab dip and cheddar cheese in the Chesapeake Burger to one satisfying diners who insist on only cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onion and mayonnaise for their toppers. Served with sweet potato fries, these mighty burgers are a meal in themselves.

Don’t forget the vegetables. A Monterey Chicken wrap blends grilled chicken together with grilled zucchini, squash, Portobello mushrooms, bell peppers and red onion in a zingy jalapeño cheddar tortilla.

For a casual weekday night out or a weekend gathering with family, White Rose Bar & Grill delivers the tastes of York summer eating on your plate.

White Rose Bar & Grill

@WhiteRoseBG /Whiterosebarandgrill @whiterosebg whiterosebarandgrill.com

48 N. Beaver St. York, PA 17401

717.848.5369

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THE FRESHEST FOODS, THE MOST REVITALIZING BEVERAGES AND UPLIFTING WAYS TO ADD FRESH-AIR FUN TO YOUR SEASONAL CELEBRATIONS AWAIT YOUR DISCOVERY, COURTESY OF CENTRAL

Photograph by Eric Forberger

THIS IS THE SEASON OF ABUNDANCE.

CENTRAL MARKET

CRAZY CORKEY’S KETTLE CORN

CENTRAL MARKET

Host your next special occasion at Central Market and have it catered by your favorite vendor in this expansive, historical location.

With more than 120 flavors, Crazy Corkey's Kettle Corn has something for everyone, from sweet caramel apple and cotton candy varieties to savory cheesy crab and fiery hot specialties.

717.848.2243

LET CENTRAL MARKET YORK BE YOUR DOWNTOW

MARKET’S VENDORS.

Rental Space | centralmarketyork.com

@CentralMKTYork /CentralMarketYork centralmarketyork.com 34 W. Philadelphia St. York, PA 17401 Tues. Thurs. Sat. 6am-2pm

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Gone Crazy Kettle Corn | P: 717.887.7340

/Crazy-Corkeys-Kettle-Corn

LYDIA’S BAKERY

ALL ABOUT BROWNIES

THE FIZZY BEE

Blaze your path through the market aisles to Lydia’s Bakery and lay claim to one of the finest soft pretzels you’ll find in southern Pennsylvania.

If food was fashion, the decadent dessert indulgences at All About Brownies would glam up any summer soiree.

After all that noshing, you’ll want to wash down your snacks with a zippy drink courtesy of soda jerk extraordinaire Andrew Barnes of The Fizzy Bee.

Pretzel Twist, Sweet Stuffed Peppers and Bread & Butter Pickles

Peanut-Butter Cup Brownie | allaboutbrownies.com

Kumquat Crush and Pear, Ginger & Hibiscus | busyfizzybeez.com

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marketview arts & the pennsylvania arts experience

Art of Lauren Litwa Holden featured in the PAE Gallery at Marketview Arts

Behind each piece of art, a person nurtured its creation. Behind every big idea, a person conceived its transformational power. The Pennsylvania Arts Experience (PAE) is both art and idea, championed by founder, artistic director and internationally recognized artist Rob Evans.

PAE got its start as a pilot program of the Pennsylvania Tourism Office.

Today, the nonprofit arts organization, housed at Marketview Arts, promotes art and artists along the scenic river valley areas of southeastern Pennsylvania. PAE’s signature is the ongoing development of an artist trail that begins in York in the lower Susquehanna Valley, continues through the Brandywine/Schuylkill River Valley and ends in New Hope in the lower Delaware River Valley.

The goal, Evans says, is creating an arts-tourism experience bringing

Pennsylvania Arts Experience

@pa_arts /Pennsylvania-Arts-Experience paartsexperience.com

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PAE Orientation Center at Marketview Arts 37 W. Philadelphia St. York, PA 17401

717.884.8822

visitors from around the state, country and world to southeastern Pennsylvania.

The trail would provide access to artists living and working in southeastern Pennsylvania, plus introduce visitors to the museums, galleries and historical and cultural heritage areas along the trail.

“The birthplace of American art was in this part of PA,” Evans says.

“We’re trying to brand our region as an arts destination.

People are looking for that experiential treatment. They can stay at a local bed-andbreakfast, eat and shop as they’re experiencing the trail. We had a group from [Washington], D.C., that stayed in local bed-andbreakfasts, visited studios, bought art and spent their money in York. We want to repeat that experience a thousand times over a year.”

Speaking specifically to the York art scene, Evans says, “When I first moved here 30 years ago, York was a very quiet arts scene. It's been exciting to watch the York arts community grow and gain so much energy.”

Just like the collaboration of artists behind Marketview Arts, Evans believes in using the art trail to foster collaboration among communities throughout southeastern Pennsylvania.

“We have so many great things in the region, and we really see the trail as a way to tie all of that together.”

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SEPTEMBER 1–5 IS YORK’S MOMENT IN CENTRAL PA’S FASHION SPOTLIGHT:

Highlighting downtown York’s independently owned home and apparel retailers and eateries, this special event brings together designers, entrepreneurs, models and more for a weeklong event celebrating downtown York’s burgeoning fashion and small business community.

During the week, participating Boutique Week shops will open for extended hours, with in-store specials, exclusive Boutique Week discounts and trunk shows replete with fashionable treasures.

Boutique Week culminates in a downtown fashion show revealing the latest trends and creative concepts from many of York’s stylemakers on Saturday, September 5, at the Capitol Theatre.

YORK CITY BOUTIQUE WEEK

/YorkCityBoutiqueWeek downtownyorkpa.com/yorkcityboutiqueweek

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Photograph by Lucia De Giovanni

YORK CITY BOUTIQUE WEEK.

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Women’s clothing boutique, accessories, gift items and plenty of sweet treasures sweetmelissasdream.com 38 N. Beaver St. 717.854.2608

2 - THE WATCHMAKER’S DAUGHTER Jewelry store and art gallery, jewelry and watch repair watchmakersdaughter.net 22 N. Beaver St. 717.848.1066

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Specialty food shop, food gift baskets and hostess gifts parkstreetpantry.com 24 N. Beaver St. 717.848.4052

5 - IRONIC

Gallery of local artist creations, one-of-akind thrift items for creative decorating facebook.com/ironicyork 256 W. Philadelphia St. 717.505.9818

6 - ARTHUR & DAUGHTERS Photograph by Lucia De Giovanni

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Gift store specializing in women’s accessories, candles, home décor, jewelry and gourmet food kimmans.com 57 N. Beaver St. 717.854.0440

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Women’s apparel collections, accessories and curated luxury consignment items arthuranddaughters.com 49 N. Beaver St. 646.269.1869

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7 - MUSIC & MORE

Guitars, musical instruments and music accessories emporium 52 W. Philadelphia St. 717.843.7071

8 - PIPPI’S PEN SHOPPE

Fountain pens, old world writing instruments, leather goods, ink, journals and desk accessories. pippispenshoppe.com 146 W. Philadelphia St. 717.848.6220

9 - CHERIE ANNE DESIGNS

Teas and teaware, unique knitwear, handmade jewelry, healing oils and smoothies cherieannedesigns.com 48 W. Philadelphia St. 717.843.0079

10 - FOSTER’S FLOWER SHOP

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Wedding and special event florist and floral designer fostersflowershop.com 27 N. Beaver St. 717.650.6009

11 - JUST CUPCAKES

Gourmet cupcakes, wedding and special events confectionery shop justcupcakes.us 44 W. Philadelphia St. 717.848.4488

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Photograph by Lucia De Giovanni

12 - NUTS ABOUT GRANOLA

Natural granola products, savory snacks, specialty food gifts and fresh local handdipped ice cream nutsaboutgranola.com 46 W. Philadelphia St. 717.814.9648

13 - BARON VON SCHWEIN Roving food truck and downtown York restaurant specializing in modern barbecue baronvonschwein.com 35 W. Market St. 717.848.6576

Photograph by Lucia De Giovanni

Photograph by Lucia De Giovanni

Photograph by Lucia De Giovanni

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cga law firm

CGA Law Firm

/CGALawFirm cgalaw.com

Crossing fields and fording creeks, Anne E. Zerbe is as competitive on the hunt as she is on a case. The preparation, the resourcefulness, the determination … these are the qualities fueling Zerbe on her foxhunting pursuits and in her legal pursuits for justice as a CGA LAW FIRM attorney.

But these two worlds aren’t as divergent as you might think.

“Foxhunting is an exhilarating and potentially dangerous sport.

You must be prepared and confident. Last-minute adjustments and resourcefulness are always necessary,” she says.

“Hard work and earning the trust and confidence of clients and establishing a good business reputation takes years of investment and skills. The same qualities I apply to riding and fox hunting are utilized in my legal practice every day.”

Making an impact is a quality Zerbe brings to every foxhunt, every case. Her impact on the clients she serves in her employment law practice and in the greater York community has garnered Zerbe the distinction of being named a 2015 Woman of Influence by CENTRAL PENN BUSINESS JOURNAL. For Zerbe, that motivation for success, born out of a determination to continually excel in her riding and foxhunting activities, drives her pursuit of service to clients and community.

“Putting [the] client’s best interests above all else is paramount,” she says. “I don’t believe you can truly achieve success without giving back to your community, including helping others in a way that enables them to achieve a better quality of life.”

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downtown dweller

A home is more than the cozy couch you read a favorite book on or the beautiful, curated art you hang on the walls. To really create a home, you need to fill every room with love and family, which is exactly what Charlie Kiger Jr. and Steven Garvin did with their stately white brick home that sits nestled at the top of a steep driveway off Country Club Road.

Charlie and Steven would often visit open houses on Sundays just to take a tour of the beautiful homes in York, but they soon fell in love with this elegant home that they admired for years. “We couldn’t stop thinking about it after the open house,” says Steven.

The couple has taken this house, already filled with history that began with the family that owned J. B. Fishel’s Bakery, and are adding their own story that reflects their love for York.

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says Charlie.

Charlie and Steven regularly visit Refindings, Circa Antiques, and The Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center. “There’s a lot to do [in York]. You just need to take your blinders off and get out,” says Charlie. The couple also enjoys popping into the nearby Colonial Coffee Shop and running into familiar faces and friends, including Carolyn Steinhauser, the former owner of their house.

Charlie and Steven’s home not only reflects who they are as a couple, but also the experiences they’ve shared in the city they love.

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olde york homes

Where some see run-down, vacant properties, Gary Geiselman and the Olde York Homes team see potential.

For more than 35 years, Olde York Homes has restored and renovated what time has taken away from homes and historic structures in York County and beyond.

Drive around York to see examples of their work over the years: the renovation of row houses on Newberry Street and Locust Court, the millwork on the Farquhar Park Bandstand and the restoration of fire-damaged woodwork on the first floor of the historic Hahn house (now Kuhner Funeral Home) on South George Street.

Attention to detail — in architectural elements, millwork and custom design —

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continues to be the cornerstone of quality by which Olde York Homes operates.

With its home base firmly in York — Olde York Homes shares space with Refindings, Circa Antiques and Rudy Art Glass Studio — Geiselman and his team have grown Olde York Homes services to include additions, custom cabinetry and millwork, new construction and kitchen design.

Beyond bricks and wooden boards, beveled edges and tongue-and-groove planks, trust and impeccable quality are the materials evident in every project Olde York Homes undertakes. These values turn Olde York Homes customers into Olde York Homes friends.

OLDE YORK HOMES

oldeyorkhomes.com 465 Prospect St. York, PA 17402

717.854.5401

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u.s. representative scott perry

“TAKE YOURSELF BACK IN TIME AND THINK ABOUT THE IMPACT OF THE DECISIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE MADE IN THAT SETTING.” U.S. Rep. Scott Perry, Serving Pennsylvania’s 4th Congressional District @RepScottPerry /repscottperry @repscottperry perry.house.gov York County District Office 2209 E. Market St. York, PA 17402

717.600.1919

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Stepping inside the Colonial Courthouse in Continental Square continues to humble U.S. Rep. Scott Perry, R-Pa., 4th Congressional District. Picture the scene: the scratch of pen against paper, the heat of the day pressing inward and the candlelit, contentious debate among members of the Second Continental Congress over the Articles of Confederation. “These were the men who were charting the course of the nation and not knowing what was going to happen,” Perry says. “We take our liberties for granted, but these people did not.”

Since taking office in 2013, Perry says that his congressional responsibilities “changed my degree of concern for my community and the future of the country. I carry this concern in my daily thoughts. You find out quickly if you are going to be the person you say you are going to be.”

The most important qualities for a congressional representative, he says, are perseverance and tenacity. “You have to be committed to your cause to have the endurance and courage to follow through regardless of obstacles.”

And when it comes to home and family living in York County, “We schedule family time with the same level of enthusiasm and importance as we schedule legislative priorities,” he says.

When Perry returns to the Keystone State from Capitol Hill, he makes sure to make a stop in York city. “I go into the city, and there’s Central Market where you can get food and meet up with friends. Eastern Market is also a place to get fantastic home-cooked food and grocery products.”

Revs games, Harley-Davidson and the Historical Society Museum add to the diversity of downtown York attractions, he says. But Perry challenges residents and visitors alike to venture inside the Colonial Courthouse: “Take yourself back in time and think about the impact of the decisions you might have made in that setting.”

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indigo bleu

It’s an oasis for serenity and style in the York women’s fashion boutique scene. As free-spirited and casual as a summer’s afternoon, Indigo Bleu celebrates individuality and creativity through clothing and accessories at prices that won’t break your budget.

Twenty-four-year-old owner Zarah Brooks, a York native and York College graduate, opened Indigo Bleu in 2014. The boutique boasts a funky, industrial feeling that’s all at once comfortable and inviting.

Her fashion finesse can be found in the contemporary bohemian style that’s uniquely Zarah Brooks.

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feel more confident through the one-of-a-kind pieces here.”

For summer style, Indigo Bleu’s inventory of fringe fashion dresses and shirts convey whimsical, fanciful flair just as fleeting as summer itself.

Brooks finds great fulfillment in “having a small piece in making someone feel beautiful,” while continuing to cultivate her business and proudly playing a role in the burgeoning downtown York business scene.

“I’m establishing myself in the community as a young woman trying to make York a better place,” she adds.

Indigo Bleu

/Indigo-Bleu @indigobleufashion indigobleufashion.com

39 W. Philadelphia St. York, PA 17401

717.650.2425

epic

- a michael allen salon

Magic is made when Coachella, California, meets York, Pennsylvania, in Garrett Wright’s fun and fashionable hair artistry.

Wright, master stylist and color expert at EPIC – A Michael Allen Salon, architected this light and lively bombshell wave style. Soft, pastel-tinted curls combine color and texture in one style that’s easy maintenance for hot summer days.

“It’s working with the texture instead of against it,” Wright says of the lightness and femininity of this look. “There’s nothing structured about these soft waves.”

Co-owner Dawn Smith adds that the EPIC team continually looks for inspiration to make their clients look nothing less than spectacular. Coachella’s music and fashion scene is one of many sources for ideas that allow EPIC’s styling team to take hair artistry to the highest level befitting York city living and summer leisure.

Epic A Michael Allen

Salon

EPIC – A Michael Allen Salon

/EPIC-A-Michael-Allen-Salon masalons.com

31 Mills St. York, PA 17402

717.840.2680

private label signature apron dress available at arthur

& daughters

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the strawberry shop

Picnics are summer celebrations evoking childhood memories of playful leisure. Next to packing that picnic basket, pack fashion and décor into your summer entertaining with help from The Strawberry Shop.

The Strawberry Shop contains inspiration in every corner of this quaint boutique, the labor of love of owner Judy Brillhart. What began at her home in 1983 on Strawberry Lane in North Codorus Township is now an emporium located in the Queensgate Towne Center, a short drive from downtown York. A satellite location opened September 2014 inside Memorial Hospital.

From adorable boys and girls toddler apparel to elegant jewelry, European designs, women’s fashion, home décor and handcrafted fresh floral designs, Brillhart says she’s always on the search for those distinctive pieces her customers seek.

“I try to look for what’s unique, tastefully done and not overpriced,” she says of the criteria she considers for the handpicked, creatively curated items in the shop.

When you see the details she sees, you can appreciate the cupcake fresh flower arrangements, the petite buttons and lacey pink frills on a young girl’s dress or the robin’s egg hue of a wide-width ribbon roll.

Her customers, some of whom are multigenerational, also appreciate the care Brillhart and her talented staff take toward making the shopping experience a personalized one.

“We really try to keep people happy,” she says, noting the complimentary gift wrapping and level of attention she devotes to her customers.

Even children get the special treatment here with gifts just for them, such as dual-purpose chalkboard placemats and a sweet Cupcakes & Cartwheels Miracle Melting Treat. “I want something that’s educational but fun — something that has another purpose to it,” she says.

It’s Brillhart’s purpose to give her customers inspired gift ideas for living — fresh picked at their peak of style.

The Strawberry Shop

/thestrawberryshop thestrawberryshopyork.com

2089 Springwood Rd. York, PA 17403

717.792.0920

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evolution power yoga

Evolution Power Yoga

@EvolutionYoga /evolutionpoweryoga evolutionpoweryoga.com

2093 Springwood Rd. York, PA 17403

717.699.2000

Summertime is synonymous with vacations. Rather than retreat to some far-flung spot this summer, take that retreat within.

Summer is yoga season, a time to step onto your mat and step back into the core of your inner self.

“Yoga is like a vacation without going anywhere” remotely, says Julie Mathers, Evolution Power Yoga’s (EPY) co-owner and operational director. “It’s a vacation from your inner critic.”

Yoga sharpens clarity of thinking, refreshing the soul like rain-cooled air. You can feel that refreshment from within, the inestimable feeling of being fully human and fully alive.

Taking to your yoga mat when the temperatures climb is a way of taking care of yourself. After all, you wouldn’t stop brushing your teeth or taking a shower for three months. Why should you cease your yoga practice during the summer months?

A summer yoga practice creates possibilities — in your own life and in the lives of family members and friends. Forging connections with one another, you can become that motivator to foster change inside and around you.

Whether you practice yoga poolside or at a park, among the EPY family or at home with your family, make this summer an everyday vacation for your body, mind and soul.

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the haines shoe house

& mellie's makery

The Haines Shoe House & Mellie’s Makery @HainesShoeHouse /HainesShoeHouse /MelliesMakery hainesshoehouse.com 197 Shoe House Rd. York, PA 17406

717.683.6328

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Closed Mon. & Tues., Wed.-Sat. 11am-7pm, Sun. 11am-5pm

Looking at this fantastical creation, you might say a wizard must have been at work here. This house is just that sort of fantasy; Mahlon Haines was just that sort of wizard.

An undisputed legend in the late 1940s era of shoes sales, Haines “The Shoe Wizard” never settled for mediocrity, both in business and personal pursuits. While Haines is renowned for his ownership of one of the largest privately owned chain of shoe stores spanning two states, it’s Haines’ Shoe House engineering feat that honors the memory of this York County legend.

Today, Melanie and Jeff Schmuck are the caretakers of this historical wizardry work off Rt. 462 in Hallam. Measuring 48 feet long, 17 feet wide and 25 feet high, the Haines Shoe House is an architectural marvel that Haines had built in 1948.

The Schmucks, who acquired the property in February, delight in taking visitors through its five levels. From toe to heel, you can step into the spaces Haines and his guests occupied almost 70 years ago. Tours are offered from the first day of spring through mid-November.

Melanie says she’s been overwhelmed by the response from people who have shared Shoe House mementos and memories from their homes, scrapbooks and photo albums. Together, these elements document Shoe House history over the decades.

Borrowing from Haines and his creative entrepreneurship, the Shoe House also hosts Mellie’s Makery, a confectionery fantasy world of cupcakes, cake pops and fudge — courtesy of Melanie’s baking talents — and Beck’s ice cream.

Gracing the front entranceway, a quote from Haines sums up a Shoe House sojourn in a way that contemporary words can’t compare: “Be honest for clear conscience, be steadfast in friendship, be moderate in your ‘bad’ habits. Above all — play.”

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THIS IS YOUR PLACE TO GET OUT, GET ACTIVE AND GET OUTFITTED FOR SUMMER. Located along the Susquehanna River’s banks in Wrightsville — a 15- to 20-minute drive from downtown York — Shank’s Mare Outfitters is the premier destination for paddlesports, including kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding.

Kayaking and paddleboarding lessons, paddle tours, children’s adventure camps, guided hikes and riverside dining and entertainment make Shank’s Mare summer activity central in York County.

What began as a downtown York retail location in 1978, Shank’s Mare now occupies a historic 1880s general store building commanding a sweeping view of the Susquehanna River. This majestic setting naturally supports the business philosophy and the self-propelled, “to travel by foot” translation of the Scottish saying that inspired its name, Shank’s Mare.

“Everything we do, we try to give people a sense of place. We want people to learn about the area, and we offer that sense of history,” says co-owner Liz Winand.

“THE SUSQUEHANNA RIVER IS UNIQUE IN THAT EACH SECTION OF THE RIVER HAS A STORY,” she says of the environmental, historical and scenic locales you can experience firsthand on a Lock 15, Native American rock art or Conejohela Flats birding paddle tour.

Back on land, Shank’s Mare sets the stage for extraordinary riverside entertainment. The popular Friday Nite Unwinds deliver live, local music with the on-site Lock 2 Café serving light dinner specials for each concert.

Paddling and dining unite with two special summer offerings. Paddle Evening Rendezvous on select Friday evenings pairs beginner-friendly paddling with fabulous cuisine from The Rookery. Paddle, Taste & Dine Saturday evening programs give paddling guests tastings of wines and craft beers from local brewers and winemakers.

With an extensive selection of outdoor accessories available in the Outfitters Shop, you can easily get your gear and go play outside. #YorkPASummer

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