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2023 Safe Routes to Parks PA Activating Communities: Shenandoah

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Connects (at the time VISION) in partnership with the Borough of Shenandoah was a 2023 Safe Routes to Parks Pennsylvania Activating Communities Grantee. Connects and Shenandoah worked closely with Safe Routes partnership staff to proactively engage community members in the process of assessing park access, putting together an action plan to address barriers, and begin […]

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Hit the Inboxes: Final Glance of the Year

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As 2024 comes to a close we have once again sent out our annual Self-Care edition: Holiday Glance Check out the PDF (highlighted in above sentence) of the e-newsletter that hit subscribers’ inboxes today. Not a subscriber of our e-news? Subscribe today by registering here. Don’t worry, we won’t swamp your inbox with newsletters but

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Why You Should Set Smart Goals Instead of New Year’s Resolutions in 2025

Leave a Comment / Uncategorized / Mandy Fitzpatrick

As 2024 comes to a close, many of us are thinking about New Year’s resolutions. Maybe you want to get healthier, learn something new, or be more organized. These are great ideas, but if you’re like most people, you might find that your resolutions fade by February. So, what can you do differently in 2025?

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Help Us Honor Veterans and Support Schuylkill County – Sponsor a Wreath Today!

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The holiday season is upon us, and as we gather with loved ones, we also reflect on those who made incredible sacrifices for our freedom. For the 6th year, the Fitzpatrick Family (Executive Director Mandy Fitzpatrick’s family) is proud to once again participate in Wreaths Across America, an annual campaign that places wreaths on the

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Family and friends gathered around Thanksgiving Day table.

Move Over Turkey…Veggies Are Representing

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Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and, of course, food. While we all look forward to the turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes, vegetables often take a backseat on the holiday table. But what if you could make vegetables the star of your Thanksgiving spread, adding more flavor and color and aligning with the USDA’s

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Glance is Back!

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It’s been a while and the first one since the name change but an e-newsletter just hit subscriber’s inboxes! Here is a link preview of the Glance: November 15 Glance Not a subscriber? We are still in the process of moving things to the new website but you can subscribe through our old site by

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12th Annual Spooky Schuylkill Breaking Records

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Spooky Schuylkill 5K: A Record-Breaking Year of Fun, Fitness, and Fundraising for a Stronger Community The 12th Annual Spooky Schuylkill 5K was a record-breaking success, with over 225 participants coming together for a day of fun, fitness, and fundraising to support a cause that’s making a difference in Schuylkill County. This year’s event drew an

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Welcome To Our New Website!

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We are excited to announce the launch of our brand-new website and fresh rebrand! After changing our name from Schuylkill Vision to Schuylkill Connects, we hope to better represent our dedication to building relationships within our community. This change goes beyond just a new logo; it represents our goal of bringing people, organizations, and resources

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April 2024 Newsletter

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Vision’s April 2024 Happenings Since things are picking up, check out our events page for all the latest and greatest! Events are always being added! Move More Month For the 5th year VISION is offering a unique challenge to get you moving! The American Heart Association (AHA) has designated April as “Move More Month”. VISION

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Leap Year 2024 Newsletter

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Make The Extra Day Count! It’s a Leap Year, which means we have an extra day in February! Let’s make it a great day for Schuylkill Countians! Healthy Schuylkill Communities aims to increase access to/consumption of healthy foods and increase opportunities for physical activity; specifically walking, biking, and wheeling. Our Amazon Wishlist includes items to

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