MEDIA

The Fresh,

Fashionable

& Flavorful

of Media,

Pennsylvania

№ 06

SUMMER / FALL 2012

THE FOOD ISSUE

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at one establishment or do as we often do and play some restaurant roulette. Maybe a nibble of antipasto from the regal patio of Spasso, then a tapas or two from Picasso and finally the sweet guilty glow of O’Malley’s Ice Cream Pub and a hot fudge sundae.

Because you’re a trooper, we know you can shake off Wednesday’s food hangover and prepare for Thursday’s Farmers Market. Back to State Street you’ll go, tote in hand and a mission of “What’s for dinner” on your mind. This isn’t just some standard flea market you’re headed to — no, it’s an honest effort, put forth by passionate volunteers and farmers dedicated to pushing sustainable farming awareness and healthy eating initiatives. Here you’ll find a direct link from the farm to your table, at a price that’s easy on your wallet but substantial enough to provide producers with safe working conditions and valuable income.

All this wonderment and we haven’t even hit the weekend yet. If you happened to pick up this issue on an empty stomach, we can only hope you’re within striking distance of one of the many delicious eateries shown within the pages of this issue of Fig®.

enjoy! The Fig® Team

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IF WE ONLY BOASTED ABOUT THE SHEER VOLUME OF RESTAURANTS MEDIA HAS, it still wouldn’t make your weekday lunches, weekend dinners and grocery grabbing any easier. With over 30 establishments offering experiences ranging from grab and go, sit with the family or “Let’s have another round,” a rapidly growing and evolving downtown is coming to life before us. You’re carried through the town by aromas of Thai spices and baked pies; music literally spills out into the street every Wednesday evening, when State Street closes and a community dines together underneath a starry summer sky. So within these beautiful pages, we aim to add some clarity to your dining conundrums by showing off what’s new and highlighting what’s always been great. We hope to inspire you to dash out and rediscover all that’s charming about Media.

Starting with Wednesday evenings in the summertime, you’ll discover a concept that’s credited to the cafés of Paris or the piazzas of Italy. Media is adopting the al fresco dining concept and applying it in an exciting way. Meander up a side street toward State, and the sounds of chatter and music dance around. It’s an exciting moment once you turn the corner and find the sound is not coming from bumper to bumper traffic, but from elbow to elbow diners enjoying the food and the tunes. Be it by your family’s side, or with a loved one at your hand, the town glistens from the candles on the tables up to the stars in the sky. You can find comfort and relaxation

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THE FIG® TEAM Deborah Brandt Rachel PhillipsJena Miller Shani Tucker Amy DugganMichele Kornegay

CONTRIBUTORS Jeremy Hess Evan WawrzyniakRalph NardellAudrey Amaro

RACHEL PHILLIPSManaging Editor,Fig® Media

JEREMY HESSJeremy captures the light of life in Media. Find Jeremy’s images on many of the pages of Fig®. jeremyhessphotographers.com

DEBORAH BRANDTOwner of Moxie House. Creator and Editor of Fig® Magazine.

JEN CAMP: FIG® FRESH Jennifer Camp is a playwright and screenwriter. Her plays have been produced in Philadelphia, New York, Dallas and Cleveland, among other places. She lives in Media with her husband and two children. She loves Media and wouldn’t live anywhere else, even if she won the Megamillions jackpot! Check out Jennifer’s Fig® Fresh blog to learn about farming, gardening and all things fresh in Media, PA!

NINA J. DAVIDSON: EAT DRINK BE MERRY! Nina is an aspiring novelist and New Jersey native. She moved to Media a little over a year ago, and it has been the best decision she has ever made. She finds great joy in living here and tells everyone she meets about the magic of Media. Join Nina as she explores Media’s joyful food landscape online at figmediapa.com.

WHAT IS FIG®?Fig® is a hyper-local, super-social communications package offering both voice and vision for great small cities and towns. A symbol of unity and prosperity, “fig” is a fitting name to showcase a distinctive downtown lifestyle.

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COMMUNITY SUPPORTThank you to our Community Supporters: Crozer-Keystone, Swarthmore Co-op, Willow Valley Retirement Communities and Otto’s MINI for supporting the borough of Media and believing in the power of community. Starting on page 35.

THE FIG® FOODIE GUIDEDo you have good taste? Check out our new Fig® Foodie Guide: an all-inclusive listing of Media’s diverse array of restaurants. Find it online exclusively at figmediapa.com. Dinner — and lunch, and breakfast, and more — is served!

MEET OUR ONLINE VOICESMedia thrives on an authentic fusion of deep history, local food and passionate people. The Fig® community is about all of this and each of us. It’s for everyone who lives in Media or loves it. Our Fig® blogs are here to help people learn a little more about what makes Media the real deal. Meet some of our Fig® bloggers and be sure to follow their adventures online at figmediapa.com.

FOOD IS ARTON THE COVER: Home grown goodness captured in a jar from Linvilla Orchards. ON PAGES 3, 4 & 36: The sweet summer taste of Linvilla’s fruit pies, fresh baked every day in the bakery, and the colorful vegetables hand-picked from the fields of Linvilla Orchards.

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FOR YOUR HOME FOR YOUR TABLE FOR THE BRIDE

Abbondanza Antipasto Plate:Olli Salame Napoli, Olives, Marinated Mozzarella, Speck, Grilled Eggplant

A COLORFUL PALATESAMPLE THE TASTES OF SUMMER: SMALL PLATES AT 320 MARKETSmall plates are available all summer during Dining Under the Stars & Friday Happy Hour.

Pico de Gallo and Corn Tortilla Plate

American Artisanal Cheese Plate

Vegetarian Antipasto Plate

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SAMPLE THE TASTES OF SUMMER: SMALL PLATES AT 320 MARKETSmall plates are available all summer during Dining Under the Stars & Friday Happy Hour.

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ALWAYS IN SEASON SINCE 1910

PICTURED: Brothers Peter and Fran Wolff (fourth generation business owners)

PICTURED: Wolff’s Apple House, Fall of 1947 (with Frank Wolff) LOCAL FOR

GENERATIONS

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A DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION

COME SEE THE DIFFERENCE FOR YOURSELF

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EDUCATION MAKES US WHO WE ARE

Experiences in the formative years shape the people children become. MPFS offers a decidedly different model, which calls students to engage meaningfully with the world beyond their classroom walls, all the while honoring their individuality and cultivating their curiosity, creativity and intellect. It’s a difference that makes a difference.

A PROPER IRISH PUB

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PICTURED: Drew Oberhoff (executive chef), Jay Murphy (manager)

“Working in the Irish Pub Business and being from Ireland means I am blessed with the opportunity to wake up every morning, go to work and represent some of my country’s culture and traditions.” — Jay Murphy

LOCALLY MADECRAFTED, CREATED AND LOVED RIGHT HERE

ROASTING COFFEE BREWING HARMONY Freshly roasted 100% Fair Trade Organic Certified coffee.

Visit our coffee shop, roast house and music venue in Newtown Square. Find our coffee in Media at house, Sinfully Delicious, Media Farmers Market, Wolff ’s Apple House and Wayside Market.

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Every day’s a good day in the MyHouse Cookies kitchen. Pick up a pack of cookies or order online for old fashioned, hand-crafted cookies and pies baked in small batches. No oils, trans fats or artificial ingredients. All fresh. All local.

Find MyHouse Cookies at Media Farmers Market, Wolff 's Apple House and the Swarthmore Co-op.

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MyHouse Cookies

PICTURED: Marie Connell (owner)

PICTURED: Benson Endicott (owner)

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SITUATED ON 40 ACRES at the southwest end of Elwyn’s campus is Hillside Farm, operated by Greener Partners. Established as a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) initiative in 2009, this nonprofit farm — and its steadfast pursuit of sustainable farming, education and crop-sharing programs — supplies the residents of Delaware County with much, much more than produce.

Just as we pulled up, so did a bus filled with enthusiastic second graders from The Walden School. The kids were there to get a crash course in farming — they found out just how good it could be, literally, as they chugged away at farm fresh smoothies.

Education Director Meg MacCurtin has a knack for hands-on education and a passion for a farm-to-fork lifestyle. Greener Partners’ Seed to Snack® program takes learning out of the classroom and connects the dots from the foods

MEET THE FARMERS: Andrew Puglia, Apprentice; Justin Donaldson, Head Farmer; Jen Malkoun, Assistant Farm Manager; Alicia Bong, Apprentice; Brian Mallon, Apprentice

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kids love to eat to where they come from. The program informs and inspires kids to select healthier choices that benefit not only themselves, but also the land around them.

The farm’s mission is to offer a direct and economical way for communities to interact with farmers for the greater good of everyone. CSA members pick up seasonal produce on a weekly basis and can get involved further on volunteer days. Summer camps teach kids how to grow and prepare food that will nourish them and provide opportunities to explore the farm through hikes and science-based projects. The Lost Arts Workshops educate and inspire participants to become more self-sufficient.

As we left that evening, another bus full of ambitious young farmers was heading toward the barn. It’s amazing to see how such a small, yet passionate, operation can nurture individuals and a community.

SAVE THE DATE Heirloom & Heritage

Festival September 29

ART FOR ALL AGES Get in on the action. Be creative. The Community Arts Center offers

classes in drawing, painting, ceramics, jewelry making,

photography and more. View our course schedule online at

communityartscenter.org.

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FIND YOUR CREATIVITY

SUMMER SPREE JUNE-AUGUST Classes for children ages 4-17.

FREE FRIDAY CONCERT SERIES JULY Performances by various musical acts sponsored by Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union.

FALL CLASS REGISTRATION AUGUST Check out our fall course schedule and register online at communityartscenter.org.

To learn more about our Capital Campaign, contact Ms. Whitesell at medirector@delcolibraries.org

or use this QR code to visit our website.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

It takes a great staff to make a great library. It takes a community to support it. We are expanding to support more of the Media and Upper Providence communities. But we can’t do it without you. Consider making a donation to your local library: an investment with endless returns.

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NURTURING CURIOSITY

THE SCHOOL IN ROSE VALLEY EXPERIENCE IS BOTH NURTURING AND RIGOROUS. Small class sizes create an environment in which each student is known and encouraged as an individual. Students are actively engaged in their learning and are prepared for future academic success, meaningful relationships and active citizenship.

Visit theschoolinrosevalley.org for Open House dates.

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FAMILY OPEN HOUSE AND FREE CONCERT Sunday, October 21, 10am-noon Bring family and friends for a tour of SRV's beautiful campus. Join us for a meet-and-greet with WXPN's Kids Corner host Kathy O'Connell and a free concert by the renowned band for children — The Plants!

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BOLD FLAVORS

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LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED Gino Razzi and his daughter Carley produce award-winning wines from

100% Pennsylvania-grown grapes. Their tasting room in Chadds Ford provides an all-around vineyard experience. Taste, enjoy and cellar Penns Woods wines.

Be a part of supporting local wine in Pennsylvania.

PICTURED: Carley and Gino Razzi enjoy a glass of their wine while strolling through their vineyard.

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AUTHENTIC: JOHN CARNIE

“THE FINEST GIFT A MAN CAN GIVE TO HIS AGE AND TIME IS THE GIFT OF A CONSTRUCTIVE AND CREATIVE LIFE.” —The Art of Living, by Wilfred A. Peterson

Towne House restaurant and banquet facility has artfully inscribed this quote on an old wooden beam in the basement. It’s one of many quotes scattered throughout the massive 1,400 capacity banquet, bar and restaurant wonderland. Built by Babe D’Ignazio in 1951, it’s become a collection of moments, mementoes and photos that represent the life of Babe, while inviting the patron to become a part of the wonder and make it their own. Today the establishment is run by Babe’s daughter Lisa and her husband John. They manage and coordinate an operation that includes 125 employees, while maintaining an environment and attitude established by Babe from the restaurant’s beginning.

Somewhere beside a self-serve popcorn cart, beneath the silky glow of a Tiffany chandelier, we cozied into a booth and enjoyed drinks shaken and stirred by a bartender who’s been there for 38 years. Before the cherry was consumed from our Manhattan, owners John and Lisa joined us for a round of conversation. Their story is part of the fun; Lisa grew up around the place and came in with her dad daily, and so it was a given she’d go on to work there someday. As for John, he was a fresh-faced journalist out of college with no previous restaurant experience, but John fell in love with Lisa, and so it became a given he’d end up there, too, right beside her. It was in the cards for these two to own and operate everything together, but what wasn’t a given is the science to make a place like this succeed... > Read more about John at figmediapa.com

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BABE D’IGNAZIO Founder of the Towne House

OWNER JOHN CARNIE with the iconic Towne House lobster and steak dinner entrées.

A MONTESSORI PHILOSOPHY The Walden School inspires confidence, promotes academic excellence

and celebrates the uniqueness of each child.

PRESCHOOL THROUGH GRADE 8

HALF & FULL DAY PRESCHOOL

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❶ The Town Clock

❷ The handicapped fishing platform on Ridley Creek at the bottom of Media Hill

❸ Rotary Field and Babe Ruth Field at The Little League Complex at Springton Lake Middle School

❹ The Peace Wall at the intersection of Ridley Creek, Bishop Hollow and Chapel Hill Roads

❺ Drop Box outside of the Media Library

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ENRICHING MEDIA SINCE 1928

A SMALL SAMPLING OF PAST ROTARY PROJECTS

THIS SPREAD IS SPONSORED BY MEDIA REAL ESTATE AND THE ROTARY CLUB OF MEDIAIN AN EFFORT TO HIGHLIGHT THE EXEMPLARY WORK OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF MEDIA.

FOSTERING COMMUNITY

REPRESENTATIVES FROM OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BACK ROW: Jeff Cadorette*, Scott Davidson, Jonathan Becker,

Cynthia McGoff, Dana Mancini

FRONT ROW: Dennis Slostad*, Courtney Ballauer, Bill Strine*

*Past Presidents

Our incoming Club Presidents: Courtney Ballauer, Jonathan

Becker & Penelope Reed

The Rotary Club of Media is one of over 33,000 Clubs that comprise Rotary International. While the Media Club has a history in town dating back to 1928, Rotary International began in Chicago in 1905. Rotary International is a grassroots humanitarian organization made up of 1.2 million business and professional men and women in over 200 countries and regions around the world. The motto of the organization is “Service Above Self,” and that is embraced by the members of the Media Club and is visible in the many service projects it has undertaken and the numerous organizations it has helped over its 8 decades of service to the

Media community. The Club is an integral part of the community, and its members are a cross-section of the business and professional makeup of Media.

They’ve also been unwavering philanthropists overseas, raising $80,000 for Brain Tree School in Kyanja, Uganda, as well as providing clean water filters to over 300 families in Lima, Peru. From the dynamic pursuit of a better Media and beyond to their unwavering commitment to the idea of “Service Above Self,” Rotary Club of Media is progressing forward with youthful minds, rich history and exciting new challenges and experiences.

“ Rotary provides extraordinary opportunities to ordinary people for networking, fellowship and service to our local and global communities. It allows us to do collectively what none of us could accomplish individually.”

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JOIN US NOVEMBER 2

FOR OUR ANNUAL CHARITY AUCTION

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A REFRESHING MIX

HOME DECOR & FRAGRANCE UNIQUE JEWELRY & ACCESSORIES GIFTS FOR BABY BATH + BODY

New summer picks from MONICA, home style expert and owner of LOCAL HOME + GIFTS.

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HAND-CRAFTED BEERS

FRESH ENTREES

UNIQUE SMALL PLATES MONDAY-FRIDAY 5-10 PM

NEW AMERICAN CUISINE

SUMMER PICKS FROM IRON HILL EXECUTIVE CHEF DAVE ANDERSON. “We’re celebrating the freshest catch of the summer at Iron Hill with our flavorful fish tacos featuring cornmeal fried catfish. Our Moroccan salmon, pan-seared sea scallops and salmon spring rolls are always sure to please. Awaken your senses with our favorite quinoa salad made with fresh cranberries and our already popular moules and frites.”

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Dave Anderson (executive chef)

DELAWARE COUNTY’S ONLY PROFESSIONAL MUSICAL THEATRE

A SENSATIONAL SEASONHAIRSPRAYSEPTEMBER 26 - NOVEMBER 4

Tracy Turnblad, an energetic and unique teenager, becomes a heroine as she wins a role on a local TV dance program in the 1960s and launches a campaign for social justice and integration at the same time! She becomes a celebrity overnight, all the while seeking true love...and BIG HAIR! The Tony Winner includes the well-known songs “Good Morning Baltimore” and “Can’t Stop The Beat.”

DR. DOLITTLENOVEMBER 20 - JANUARY 27

This family musical is perfect for the holidays! A world- renowned veterinarian speaks the languages of the animal kingdom, while showing true kindness and respect to them all. Based on the classic big-screen musical with a wonderful score by Leslie Bricusse, it includes such beloved songs as “Talk To The Animals.” The PHILADELPHIA ZOO will bring its “ZOO ON WHEELS” to each Saturday matinee in December with live animals and educational materials for all ages!

AVENUE QMARCH 6 - 31

Winner of the Tony “Triple Crown” for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, AVENUE Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart. AVENUE Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. Together, Princeton and his new friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life.

MAMEAPRIL 17 - MAY 19

Starring Broadway’s Legendary Andrea McArdle. Auntie Mame is a fun-loving, wealthy eccentric whose independent lifestyle is interrupted when her young nephew is entrusted to her care. She educates him with her flair for life, razor-sharp wit and her own interesting view of the world! A classic musical with the great songs “Bosom Buddies” and “We Need A Little Christmas”—MAME is one lady you’ll want to get to know!

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EXCITING FLAVORS

AN UNEXPECTED MIX OF FRENCH & THAI CUISINE

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BYOB SEAFOOD SPICY CURRIES DELICIOUS SOUPS TEMPTING DESSERTSOFFERING LUNCH, DINNER & BRUNCH CATERING AND TAKE-OUT SERVICES

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EVERYONE’S INVITED! Mark your calendars—Media’s most popular street festival is back. Join local restaurants, artists, businesses and nonprofits as we celebrate good taste in downtown Media.

Take a lazy stroll down State Street and collect small plates from your favorite restaurants — including items that aren’t on their regular menus. Then sit down for a swap and share session with the entire family.

Go to visitmediapa.com

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LA NA THAI

MARGARET KUO’S

PINOCCHIO’S

SLIGO

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320 MARKET

CAFE

IRON HILL

RESTAURANTS FROM MEDIA AND BEYOND

LOCAL NONPROFITS

ARTISAN CRAFTS AND

FINE ART

LIVE MUSIC

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 9 AM – 5 PMSTATE STREET DOWNTOWN MEDIA

32ND ANNUAL

RAIN DATE

OCTOBER 14

THE HOLD STEADYKATHLEEN EDWARDS

PATTERSON HOOD AND THE DOWNTOWN

RUMBLERS

DIEGO GARCIAWAR ON DRUGS JOHN WESLEY

HARDING’S CABINET OF WONDERS

MIKE DOUGHTYOZOMATLI

LEE RANALDO BANDJD SOUTHER

THE LUMINEERS

GOOD OLD WARJC BROOKS & THE UPTOWN SOUNDJD MCPHERSON

WORK DRUGS

DELTA RAECITY RAIN

MATT SANTRY BANDDANA ALEXANDRAAnd Much More!

TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT XPN.org!

LAWN SEAT ADMISSION to Wilco, Counting Crows, Avett Brothers and Dr. Dog are included with the 3-Day Festival Pass only.

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TASTE AND SEE THAT THE LORD IS GOOD

VISIT OUR BOOTH AT THE MEDIA FOOD &

CRAFTS FESTIVAL OCTOBER 7

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PEKING DUCK SUSHI & SASHIMI TEMPURA AWARD-WINNING WINE LIST

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TASTE TWO CULTURES

FROM OUR FARM TO YOUR TABLE

OFFERING OUR OWN HOMEGROWN: APPLES • PEACHES • PEARS

PLUMS • NECTARINES • APRICOTS GRAPES • BLACKBERRIES

BLUEBERRIES • RASPBERRIES STRAWBERRIES • SUMMER SQUASH

SWEET CORN • TOMATOES EGGPLANTS • PEPPERS

PICTURED: Wayne Matsinger

(farm market manager)

SUMMER TREATS Bring your entire

family for a day of fruit picking and

fishing followed by hand-dipped

ice cream.

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LINVILLA’S OWN PRODUCE PICK YOUR OWN BAKED GOODS

Beverly Blume Smith “Summer is the best time of the year for me. My biggest artistic challenge is which flower to paint first!  I have a beautiful garden that I tend year-round (mostly in the fair weather, I will admit). Peonies, roses and hydrangeas blouse my beds right now... I think I need my paint brush!” 610.316.2953 | beverlyblumesmith@gmail.com

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Drew Arata “Drawing is always in the mix as the music festivals of Media feed my sketchbook images.” Prints, magnets, tiles and much more are available at Earth & State. 610.566.9270 | earthandstate.com

Myra Reichel Myra Reichel started learning weaving in 1970 at the University of the Arts. Her tapestries are currently on view at the Reiki Healing Center, 20 South Olive Street, Suite 305, by appointment. 610.348.5698 | reikihealingcenter.org

Seth Darnall “For any of my work to succeed I cannot create on my own terms. When I observe my own surrender I feel the joy of the Creator, like I am sharing secrets with God. The more I can remove of myself in the process the more sincere the work will be.” 610.453.1828 | sethdarnall.com | brvdrawn.tumblr.com

05 Rebecca Michelle Lee Rebecca Michelle Lee has studied art in Italy and has degrees in art and business. As an independent artist, Rebecca presents workshops as well as creating fine art. She is currently the Resident Artist of Blueberry Bog vintage & handmade. 610.565.1619 | rebeccamichellelee.com

M.A.C. MISSION The Media Arts Council works to further its mission to actively support local artists and integrate a wide range of arts into the life of the entire community.

JOIN US AT BASTILLE DAY - JULY 14, 2012 Experience the ART of Independence as we shut down State Street and storm the Bastille with art, music, dancing, theater, outdoor dining, late night shopping and fun for all ages. Artist demonstrations, musicians, actors & reenactors, entertainers, children’s activities, community partners, dance lessons along the tracks and Zydeco-a-Go-Go into the night! mediaartscouncil.org

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MEDIA ICONS PHOTO CONTEST: CLOSELY SEEN

The focus of this year’s contest suggests seeing a smaller or more

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“closely seen” and enter to win cash prizes up to $300.

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Crozer-Keystone’s Physicians for Women practice at 200 East State Street is led by, left to right in the foreground, Richard C. Meltz, M.D., Kelli Daniels, M.D., John K. Burke, M.D., and David K. Hadley, M.D., and backed by an experienced, caring team. Other physicians not pictured: Anne M. Raunio, M.D., and Susan M. Weil, M.D.

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JULY 30 THE MEDIA THEATRE Start of Camp Session 4. mediatheatre.org

AUGUSTAUGUST 3 SUMMER OF PEACE CONCERT SERIES Plum Street Mall. Performance by John Galla. 7pm sevenstonescafe.com

AUGUST 9-25 THE MEDIA THEATRE One Song Rock Fest. mediatheatre.org

AUGUST 11 2ND SATURDAY ARTS STROLL Media Arts Council. Family-friendly, free arts event. 6-9pm mediaartscouncil.org

AUGUST 13 THE MEDIA THEATRE Start of Camp Session 5. mediatheatre.org

AUGUST 15 THE MEDIA THEATRE Roger Ricker in Concert. mediatheatre.org

SEPTEMBERSEPTEMBER 7 SUMMER OF PEACE CONCERT SERIES Plum Street Mall. Storytelling & music by Christine Campbell, John Swana & The Trolley Stoppers. 7pm sevenstonescafe.com

SEPTEMBER 8 2ND SATURDAY ARTS STROLL Media Arts Council. 6-9pm mediaartscouncil.org

SEPTEMBER 8-9 Great Media Garage Sale. 9am-4pm visitmediapa.com

SEPTEMBER 16 FALL SUPER SUNDAY State Street. 10am-4pm visitmediapa.com

SEPTEMBER 22 10th Annual CAC Fine Arts & Crafts Festival. State Street. noon-9pm communityartscenter.org

JULYJULY 1-AUGUST 19 DELAWARE COUNTY SUMMER FESTIVAL Rose Tree Park. Music & dance performances all summer long. co.delaware.pa.us/summer

JULY 4 DINING UNDER THE STARS Every Wednesday thru 9/26. 5-11pm visitmediapa.com

JULY 5 MEDIA FARMERS MARKET Corner of State & Gayley Streets. Every Thursday thru 11/15. 3-7pm mediafarmersmarket.com

JULY 6 SUMMER OF PEACE CONCERT SERIES Plum Street Mall. 7pm sevenstonescafe.com

JULY 7-28 THE MEDIA THEATRE Jungle Book. mediatheatre.org

JULY 11-AUGUST 8 THE MEDIA THEATRE Delco Idol. mediatheatre.org

JULY 14 BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATION Media Arts Council. 6-10:30pm mediaartscouncil.org

JULY 14-AUGUST 5 THE MEDIA THEATRE Jesus Christ Superstar. mediatheatre.org

JULY 15 5TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN MEDIA CAR SHOW State Street. 11am-4pm visitmediapa.com

JULY 15-AUGUST 12 THE MEDIA THEATRE Delco Idol Jr. mediatheatre.org

JULY 18-22 THE MEDIA THEATRE Forever Plaid. mediatheatre.org

SEPTEMBER 26-NOVEMBER 4 THE MEDIA THEATRE Hairspray. mediatheatre.org

OCTOBEROCTOBER 7 32ND ANNUAL MEDIA FOOD & CRAFTS FESTIVAL State Street. 9am-5pm visitmediapa.com

OCTOBER 13 2ND SATURDAY ARTS STROLL Media Arts Council. 6-9pm mediaartscouncil.org

OCTOBER 21 FAIR TRADE LIVE CONCERT & FAIR Downtown Media. Noon-6pm firstfairtradetownusa.org

OCTOBER 27 HALLOWEEN PARADE State Street. 2pm visitmediapa.com

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