The Middlesex Life

This episode the team talks cats and dogs with Butler County Humane Society reps Nikki & Taelynn! BCHS is a no-kill shelter connecting people with pets for over 120 years. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications here Next Board of Supervisors Township Meeting: Wed, July 15 @ 6:30pm Next Planning Commission Meeti...

Have you ever wondered what a Grange is? We have your answer in this episode. Art King of Harvest Valley Farms joins the team in studio to talk about the Grange, the good it does in our community, and how you can join in on the action. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications here Next Board of Supervisors Township M...

TML welcomes Jen Balsiger, founder of the Butler Birders Club to talk about who is a birder and why they do what they do. The township is filled with great experiences to observe and be a part of nature with birds being an incredible part of it. Peter lets us know just how far back birding goes in the township, and Patty keeps us informed of the fun things ahead on the calendar. Podcast notes Emai...

Scott and Peter are given the opportunity to talk with Jim Brown, President of MTVFC, and Greg Vikanovak, Chief of MTVFC to discuss the role the fire company plays in the township and the ways people can get involved. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications here Next Board of Supervisors Township Meeting: Wed, Jun 1...

Peter is joined by Susie Salter to go for a walk through her property examining some of the old oil wells still remaining, and we get to go along for the conversation! Jill Sweet then gives us all a picture of what it's like to own a dance studio and bring her passion for people and the performing arts to Middlesex Township. Peter and Patty also give a review of the MCA's Woodland Workshop...

This episode the team talks with Appleseed Events owner and founder, Amanda Becker. They discuss some of the challenges of running an events planning business and the types of people who naturally love this kind of work. Maybe you're one of them! They also talk about the growth of agriculture and the historical context of how the area's farms came to be. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.co...

This week the team delves into the fascinating world of virtual assistants with Priscilla Green, owner and founder of Freedom To Focus. And some exciting things are coming up for you to join in with! Check the podcast notes for details. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications here Next Board of Supervisors Township...

Peter sits down for a rare on-site conversation with Jimi Dean, owner of Jimi's Sunnyside Up Diner, and the team talks about 300 million years worth of soil. You have to hear it to believe it. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications here Next Board of Supervisors Township Meeting: Wed, April 15 @ 6:30pm Next Pla...

Peter starts us off by taking a walk in the woods with Jessica Pierce, Middlesex native and Forester for PA Dept of Conservation and Natural Resources. They discuss the nature of the area and the uniqueness of our township. Then the team has a chat with Melissa Sullivan, owner of Valencia Donut Co and world traveler, who decided to put down community roots in Middlesex Township by buying the busin...

The Middlesex Township legendary farmer himself, Art King, joins the team and talks about the past, present, and future of Harvest Valley Farms and farming in general. Don't be fooled. Farming is a science as well as an art. No pun intended, Art. Email us: ⁠TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com⁠ ⁠Middlesex Community Action⁠ (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications ⁠here⁠ Next Board of S...

The team has a chat with Mary Brewer, a Middlesex Twp resident and artisan, and discovers the multi-faceted life she's created just by saying yes to things and taking chances. Trust us. You're going to love this! Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications here Next Board of Supervisors Township Meeting: Wed, Ma...

The team talks with JoAnn Echtler to learn more about the real estate market in Middlesex Township, and they inquire with her about the herd of fainting goats she has. Not to be missed! Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications here Next Board of Supervisors Township Meeting: Wed Feb 18,  @ 6:30PM JoAnn Echtler | Real...

The team chats with Jonny Kigin of Noteworthy Music and discovers a way for Peter to have theme music played by one of his children each time he enters a room. You'll never guess which instrument he wants them to use! Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications here Next Board of Supervisors Township Meeting: Wed, F...

The team invites Ryan Stauffer to join them and discuss Succop Nature Park and the Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania. They talk fire craft, trees, birds, and Maple Syrup. Yum! And Peter gives insight into the oil boom that helped form Middlesex Township and the surrounding area. Follow the podcast, leave a comment on how we can improve (or what you love), or send us an email to tell us somet...

The team talks Middlesex historical figure Miss West (1844-1924) who made quite a name for herself not be messed with. They also sit down with Janae Callihan, Director of the Mars Area Public Library and discover the range of opportunities the library provides to the surrounding townships. And, as always, check out What's On for things you can do through the next couple of wintry weeks. Merry...

The team welcomes local author & musician Cecilia Tomko to the show, as well as special guest, Megan Afonwhine, daughter of Peter and Cerri Walker! Topics include a historical custody battle for the ages complete with interstate travel - Moraine State Park and Lake Arthur (do you know who Arthur was?) - books using Butler as the backdrop for the storyline - and what is the favorite Middlesex T...

Peter and Patty welcome Erin Cioffi and Lee Ann Hune to the podcast to talk about The Lighthouse Foundation. If you think they are only a local food bank, you definitely want to listen. The first medical endeavors in the township are explored, and you'll learn about Nanny Tea. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notificat...

The Middlesex Life team discusses MHY Family Services (located on the 228) with its Chair of the Board of Directors, Jim Rankin. The changes it's gone through since 2020, the geographical reach of the organization, and its astounding success rate in helping people in need. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications...

Christine Ewing drops by the studio to talk all things Bloom Cafe, including a recap of the Hobbit Fest in September and how the idea originated. Peter and Scott discuss the way the township was built with mills at its core. Email us: ⁠ TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com⁠ ⁠Middlesex Community Action⁠ (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications ⁠ here⁠ Christine Ewing | Bloom Cafe w: ⁠ https...

This week the team talks with Nancy Reno of Reno Dairy Farm. The last remaining dairy farm in Middlesex Twp. She shares what it's like as a dairy farmer and gives some insight into how the milk makes it from the cow to your refrigerator. You probably didn't know there was this much happening before you take your swig out of the carton. Also, learn about the first schools in the township. Y...

TML welcomes Middlesex Township's recently hired Police Chief, Justin Bouch. We talk all things from what police do throughout the day to the Middlesex Twp lockup. If you haven't met Chief Bouch yet, this is a great introduction to get to know him. Peter takes us down the literal road of history by exploring Route 8. Make sure to listen to What's On to learn about the Harvest Festivals...

The TML Podcast team have a seat at the table with Jeff Winkle, Middlesex Township Manager to get a good picture of what is involved with managing the township. Peter goes old school with politics and preachers from the early 1800s. And we take a look at What's On over the next couple weeks. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com Middlesex Community Action (website) Sign up for official Middlese...

Peter and Scott talk with Kelley Perry about her journey from Hampton, PA to leaving the criminal justice system to opening up a local tea house and event space in Middlesex Twp. Peter gives us the lowdown on some of the first crimes recorded in the township. And Patty gets some feedback from the community at the Celebrate the Lake event. Email us: ⁠TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com⁠ ⁠Middlesex Community...

Peter and Scott sit down with T Lyle Ferderber, co-founder of Frankferd Farms and end up talking about the beginnings of organic farming in Middlesex and the way his farm distributes their grain across the country. He also tells a couple stories of planes landing in a field in the township. Peter gives us a rundown of the history of Middlesex going back centuries. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail....

This week the team introduces the podcast to the world. Peter and Amanda talk with Valerie Cannon, chocolatier and owner of The Speckled Hen Chocolate Company. And upcoming events are discussed. Email us: TheMiddlesexLife@Gmail.com ⁠Middlesex Community Action⁠ (website) Sign up for official Middlesex Twp notifications here Speckled Hen Chocolate Company (website) The Speckled Hen Chocolate Company...