Author Archives: April Trotter

About April Trotter

Editor of Smart. NEPA transplant. Penn State and Shippensburg grad. Kickball and craft beer enthusiast. Collector of cardigans. "Bennie and the Jets" fanatic. Contact me at atrotter@ydr.com, at "Smart magazine" on Facebook, @SmartMagPA on Twitter or by phone at 717-771-2030.

Comment with your favorite local summer activity to win York Revs tickets and a gift card to Brown’s Orchards

Posted on May 20, 2013 by April Trotter

Each winner will receive four tickets to a York Revolution home game and a $25 Brown’s Orchard gift card, a prize valued at $73.

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Area shoe lovers weigh in on sandal trends for 2013

Posted on May 7, 2013 by April Trotter

Step away from the flip flops, Hilary Arthur and Debbie Williams share what’s in style for summer.

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Amazing Race returns to fund cystic fibrosis research

Posted on April 27, 2013 by April Trotter

Anna’s Amazing Race, now in its second year, will kick off at 1 p.m. May 18 at Rocky Ridge Park’s Squirrel Pavilion in Springettsbury Township.

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Check out our May/June 2013 e-zine

Posted on April 23, 2013 by April Trotter

This issue focuses on outdoor living and features a special bridal section.

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Changes in the Smart subscription model

Posted on April 23, 2013 by April Trotter

Starting with this issue, new Smart subscriptions and single copies will be available for a minimal charge.

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Smart giveaway: Win VIP tickets to see Carson Kressley

Posted on April 19, 2013 by April Trotter

We’re giving away a four-pack of VIP tickets that include a private meet-and-greet and photo opportunity with the former “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” star.

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My sister, the soon-to-be college graduate

Posted on April 19, 2013 by April Trotter

Smart editor April Trotter says her little sister has been ready for a job in teaching her entire life.

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Butera the Florist to showcase Interactive Wristlet Bar

Posted on April 16, 2013 by April Trotter

Butera the Florist will have an event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in York Township to showcase its Interactive Wristlet Bar.

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Live chat with ‘Chopped’ judge and Iron Chef April 23

Posted on April 15, 2013 by April Trotter

Food Network celebrity chef Alex Guarnaschelli will chat about different ways to integrate nuts into your spring recipes.

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Chat about wedding do’s and don’ts with The Knot

Posted on April 11, 2013 by April Trotter

Discuss everything you need to know if you’re newly engaged or you have a stack full of save the dates on your counter at home.

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