Life + Culture

50 Years of Miracles For Families

A Doctor, the Eagles General Manager, and McDonald’s Worked Together to Create The First Home for Families Whose Children Need Surgery Article by Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philadelphia Region In the fall of 2024, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philadelphia Region celebrated its 50th anniversary. As the very first Ronald McDonald House, founded in Philadelphia in 1974, it has become a symbol of hope for millions of families with children...

Home + Design

Home For THE HOLIDAYS

CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH THIS EASY PROJECT THAT BRINGS BEAUTY AND JOY TO YOUR HOME Article and Photography by Alison Jaeger Holiday Wreath How To Wreaths are a simple and easy way to dress up your doorstep, Fresh Look Design’s owner and Media resident walks you through the steps of styling a wreath that is as unique as you! Styling an evergreen wreath can be a fun and creative way to celebrate the seasons and your home. Here are some ideas to help you create a beautiful evergreen wreath: ...

Arts + Culture

Santa’s Parade, Fun Run & Block Party

A 2014 Idea Turned Into a Media Tradition for All Article by Lauren Avellino Turton | Photography by Hoi Michael Cheung 'Twas a lovely night out in Everybody's Hometown about a decade ago when Monika Rehoric, an esteemed business leader here in Media, came up with the idea to bring a new spectacular event to the Borough - the Media Santa Parade, Fun Run & Walk, and Costume Contest!   Monika recruited three of her friends and colleagues who she knew were deeply rooted in the Media community to...

Food + Beverage

Pastry Pants' Bûche de Noël

From Pastry Pants, Voted Best Bakery in Delaware County in 2024 Article by Stephanie Hwang Robert Smythe, owner of Pastry Pants Bakery, has made the Bûche de Noël a holiday tradition both at his bakery and in his own home. The cake, often called a Yule Log, is a rolled sponge cake frosted to resemble tree bark. But for Smythe, it’s much more than just a dessert. “My daughter was born on Christmas Eve, and ever since she was little, we’ve celebrated her birthday with a Bûche de Noël,” Smythe...