Twice as Nice
The longtime Camp Hill favorite Sophia’s on Market has recently expanded to a location in a new kind of neighborhood! Sophia'a at Walden has found its home in Charter Homes' Walden, a "live/work/play" community in Mechanicsburg. Sophia’s second namesake establishment has many of the same “neighborhood café and bakery” offerings as the original, but also features BYOB dinner with table service and is open seven days. More recently, Sophia’s at Walden has incorporated Sunday brunch into its schedule, with scrumptious menu items like strawberry-stuffed French toast. As always, all Sophia’s locations use quality ingredients and made-from-scratch soups, dressings, breads and other baked goods. Stop by today to taste their signature breakfast and lunch sandwiches and salads, or decadent dinner entrees. Insider secret: Try the founder’s (Sophia—of course) most recent favorite, spicy Thai peanut chicken on grilled multigrain ciabatta with peanut aioli & Asian style slaw—it’s delish!
Sophia’s at Walden | Walden Crossroads | 129 Walden Way, Mechanicsburg | 717-791-0100 | sophiasonmarket.com/sophias_at_walden
-Hannah Wigton
Reader’s Lens: Susquehanna Valley Snapshots
This sweet father-daughter photo was contributed by Megan Talley of Palmyra: “This is one of my favorite photos of my dad and me. It shows how he keeps me close and is always willing to pick me up in life.”
Sweet Dreams
The compassion of a child has opened the hearts and minds of those in Lancaster County through Alyssa’s Bedtime Stories, a non-profit organization that provides books and pajamas to children in need during the Christmas and Hanukkah season. 14-year-old Alyssa Deraco
and her mother, Lillian Smith, formed the organization in October 2009 because of Alyssa’s desire to help those less fortunate than herself. “I wanted to give kids that don’t have much a way to forget their troubles by reading,” Alyssa explains. “Books have helped me, and I want to share my love of books and reading with kids to help them too.” Donations to Alyssa’s Bedtimes Stories go to places including Milagro House, Clare House and Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County to benefit children who don’t have a home. Alyssa’s Bedtime Stories may be most active around the holiday season, but there is never a wrong time to give to those in need! Check out her website to find out more on how to donate.
Alyssa’s Bedtime Stories | alyssasbedtimestories.org
-Erin Donovan
Get in Gear
“Women in High Gear: A guide for entrepreneurs, on-rampers and aspiring executives,” co-authored by social media, PR and marketing maven, Anne Deeter Gallaher of the Deeter Gallaher Group in Mechanicsburg, is a quick read full of highlighter-worthy advice for women at any stage in their career. She and co-author, Amy Howell, take nuggets from CEOs of big businesses like FedEx and Ford and turn them into real life examples, principles and words to work by. “Women in high gear don't keep score, but they do know that helping people reach their goals comes full circle. [It's about] the ability and knowledge to connect the dots. Women in high gear are committed to self improvement and eager for the next opportunity.” Amy and Anne also divulge nine tips for developing "emotional resilience" whether you're 20-something and need to learn when to hold your tongue, a 30-something who needs to get over not being liked, or 40-something and ready to coach others into high gear. More advice includes "rebounding from roadblocks" and "10 tips to shift into high gear."
Join the conversation using the hashtag #WIHG on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more and order a copy at: WomenInHighGear.com
-Keely Childers Heany
What’s Old is New
Upscale comfort food with a tasty twist is now local to the Susquehanna Valley at One Lincoln, a stylish new restaurant within the newly renovated Gettysburg Hotel. The space reflects the history of Gettysburg, but does so with trendy designs like a Gettysburg Address wall graphic and a copper penny-inspired pressed-tin ceiling. Guests of One Lincoln will enjoy classic meals that have withstood the test of time, but also modern twists on foods such as chicken and biscuits, onion soup and scallops. One Lincoln’s menu will be updated regularly to feature seasonal dishes. Enjoy your meal in the traditional dining room, at the bar or outside.
One Lincoln | One Lincoln Square, Gettysburg | 717-338-5455 | hotelgettysburg.com
-Erin Donovan
