Wellness

10 Plants That Say No

Keep your children and pets safe from these toxic houseplants Article by Stephanie Hwang Aloe Aloe gel may be soothing, but the aloe plant is toxic if chewed whole. Jade Plant Can cause vomiting, lethargy, and incoordination in pets and humans. Sansevieria (Snake Plant) Mildly toxic if ingested and causes nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Monstera Gorgeous leaves, but irritating to mouths and stomachs. Lilies Extremely toxic to cats; even pollen or vase water can be deadly. ...

Home + Design

Chosen Tweed

A New Favorite on State Street, Curated for Living and Designed for Belonging Article by Josh Young & Claudia Kozar | Photography by Scott Davidson 1. Can you tell us how the idea for Chosen Tweed came about, and what inspired you to open a home and gift store here in Media? The general concept has been there for me. Living and being in spaces that feel intentional, well thought out, and comfortable makes me happy. I enjoy bringing sensible design, approachable luxury, and entertaining...

Style + Beauty

Sonny's Vintage Clothing

Equal parts boutique, collector’s hub, and cultural space. Curated by eight new collectors each month. Welcome to the next evolution in vintage. Article by Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Scott Davidson Sonny’s Vintage Clothing is the brainchild of Dakota Cardosanto, who runs the shop alongside his longtime friend and collaborator Michelle. He and Michelle are vintage enthusiasts and co-hosts of a vintage YouTube series. Dakota himself is deeply entrenched in the vintage world as the founder...

Entertainment

Our Best Puppy Friends

Always ready with a wagging tail and waiting on a belly rub Article and Photography by Ed Ryder I have had 4 dogs during my lifetime. At age 7, I got my first dog “Duke.” A senior aged woman was moving to a place where she could not have a pet. And he became mine. It was a dream come true. Tragedy struck when he accidentally escaped from our fenced yard. My mom neglected to put him on his chain, and my dad had forgotten to close the rear gate after mowing the lawn. I found him, but I was too...

Education

Our Youngest Students

Children Bring Joy... Just Talk to One Article by Stephanie Hwang & Karin Davidson | Photography by Provided by Rose Tree Media School District When Dr. Joseph Meloche began exploring new career opportunities in late 2022, he wasn’t necessarily planning to leave his position as superintendent in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. “I was in the second year of a five-year contract, and I was thinking, what are the next 10 years of my life going to look like?” he recalls. It was a suggestion from someone...

Local Services

5 Local Dog Experts You Can Trust

Where Media’s dogs learn their best behavior Article by Stephanie Hwang Providence Animal Center Certified trainers offer group and private sessions using positive reinforcement for reactivity, recall, manners, and leash skills. Class sizes are small for individualized attention. Behavior consults are available. info@providenceac.org | providenceac.org The Dog House of Delco With locations in Broomall and Media, The Dog House of Delco offers boarding, daycare, grooming, and training...

Wellness

Forever Love or a Bit

You have a Place at The Providence Animal Center Article by Karin Davidson | Photography by Ed Ryder Krystina, could you explain what your position is?  It's technically two parts. My first part is Associate Director of Medical Operations - I oversee basically the operations of how everything runs with medical between the intake department, the surgery department, our sick ward, which we call our isolation department, and just making sure medical flow, is running the way it should be...

Arts + Culture

Keep the Memories

They Are Only Babies for Little While - Jamie Englert Is There for You Article by Karin Davidson & Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Jamie Englert Photography For Glen Mills-based photographer Jamie Englert, newborn photography was a calling that grew out of motherhood and a love of preserving her children’s precious moments. She gives families a peaceful, luxurious, and customized experience during a tender and often overwhelming time. Each client begins with an in-home consultation. “I look...

Arts + Culture

Grains of the Past

Discover 300 years of history and 160 acres of nature at Newlin Grist Mill Article by Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Edward Ryder Tucked away in Glen Mills, Newlin Grist Mill is one of the oldest operating mills in North America, where the past continues to turn quite literally. The mill has operated for 300 of the last 325 years, rich in history and still water-powered. It’s a landmark where history, nature, and community come together across 160 acres of preserved land. From its founding...

Sports + Recreation

Camp Luxuriously at Sun Retreat

Rated #3 of America’s top campgrounds - enjoy nature nearby Article by Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Courtesy Sun Retreats Lancaster County True luxury reveals itself in the moments where everything feels taken care of. Voted 2025’s #3 campground in the nation by Campspot, Sun Retreats Lancaster County is the perfect destination that meets your needs before you name them. Whether you’re traveling with family, friends, or pets, Sun Retreats offers refined cabins, whimsical cottages, and...