NOTTINGHAM — For the last 75 years, food lovers have enjoyed more than 300 varieties of snacks from Pennsylvania-based Herr’s, the nation’s largest family-owned snack maker. As Herr’s transitions from second to third-generation management, the company remains at the forefront of innovation and continues to create flavor-packed snacks that have become favorites of fans near and far.
To commemorate the landmark 75th anniversary, Herr’s is releasing a limited-edition Homestyle kettle cooked potato chip and launching 75 days of celebrations to give back to the Philadelphia communities and fans who have supported Herr’s through the years.
From its beginning in 1946, Herr’s has had a mission of charitable giving and environmental responsibility. As part of their 75th anniversary celebration, Herr’s has donated $25,000 to the Salvation Army’s food assistance program, providing meals to over 6,000 families in Philadelphia.
Additionally, from April 11-May 14, Herr’s is launching the #ChipInChallenge campaign to help the Philadelphia community and small businesses who struggled during this past year. To jump-start the “chip it forward” movement, Herr’s will surprise and delight consumers across Philadelphia neighborhoods by buying their lunch, including a bag of chips, and encourage them to join the #ChipInChallenge by paying it forward to a fellow Philadelphian. To help build momentum for this random act of kindness, those who take the challenge are encouraged to share on social media with #ChipInChallenge.
The limited-time 75th anniversary Homestyle Potato Chip has its roots in Herr’s first potato chips, which were originally hand-cut. Launching this week in stores and online, just in time to stock the pantries for National Potato Chip Day on March 14, the new chips are thick cut and kettle cooked to deliver a satisfying crunch, seasoned with simple herbs and spices. The Homestyle Potato Chip’s vintage package design is reminiscent of the company’s founding in 1946 by 21-year-old Jim Stauffer Herr with a $1,750 investment.
In addition to charitable giving, innovation has also been an important focus for Herr’s since the early days of the company. Celebrating a history of flavor innovation, which began in 1958 when Herr’s introduced its first flavored potato chip – barbecue -- the company has invited fans the chance to vote for their favorite unique Herr’s flavor.
Made from the finest ingredients available and always bursting with flavor, Herr’s snacks have been giving people something to smile about since 1946, when Jim Herr started his own snack company. Based in Nottingham, where visitors are welcomed to its Visitor Center and Snack Factory, Herr’s produces more than 300 snack products in nine product categories and continues to be family-owned and operated. For more information about the variety of Herr’s flavors, #ChipInChallenge, the 75th anniversary events and more, visit www.herrs.com.
Penn State offers opportunity to become Master Gardener
People who enjoy gardening and want to give back to the community may consider signing up to become a Master Gardener. The Penn State Extension Master Gardener Program promotes research-based best gardening practices to educate the community. Master Gardeners develop their horticultural expertise through a series of classes conducted by Penn State University faculty and Extension staff. The Program is a way to make lasting friendships, share the joy of gardening, and serve the community.
Master Gardeners typically have the following qualities: A love of learning more about horticultural best practices based on scientific research; willingness and enthusiasm for sharing their knowledge and experiences with others; dedication to performing volunteer activities in their community; and a desire to promote environmental stewardship
Master Gardeners help the Extension Service better serve the home gardening public by answering questions, speaking to groups, writing gardening articles, working with youth, gardening in the demonstration gardens, and in many other ways.
Applications are currently being accepted for Penn State Extension Master Gardener basic training classes for Delaware County, and interviews will be held during the summer. The weekly basic training classes will be held weekly from early October, 2021 through early March, 2022. The enrollment fee for the training classes is $225. A limited number of partial scholarships are available.
To learn more about the program, visit https://extension.psu.edu/programs/master-gardener/counties/delaware, or contact Holly Thorpe, Master Gardener Coordinator at hat5041@psu.edu or 610-690-7669.
Dunwoody Village announces new president
Dunwoody Village has announced that its Board of Trustees has unanimously approved the appointment of Maureen Casey as its new president and Chief Executive Officer. She will begin her new role in April, following the retirement of Sherry Smyth, who has served as President and CEO for sixteen years.
Casey brings with her a strong business background and exceptional leadership skills gained while working and leading across continuing care retirement communities and medical systems. Most recently, she has been executive director for several campuses of Wesley Enhanced Living. She has also served as Chief Operating Officer at Chandler Hall Health Services and previously held leadership positions with the Einstein Institute for Heart and Vascular Health at Einstein Medical Center.
Casey earned an MA in Gerontology at the University of Pennsylvania and a BS in Biology at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science. She possesses a Pennsylvania Nursing Home Administrator License. She and her husband have three children, and they live in Bucks County.
As President and CEO of Dunwoody Village, Casey and her leadership team will direct nearly 500 staff that provide services to over 400 residents.
Dunwoody Village is a five-star quality rated continuing care, located at 3500 West Chester Pike in Edgmont Township.
National Congress of Black Women holds virtual discussion event
The National Congress of Black Women, Delco Chapter, will not celebrate the 11th Annual Dr. C. Delores Tucker Honorary Brunch in-person due to COVID-19. This event honors women making outstanding contribution to their community and/or excelling in their vocation.
Rather, this year they will host their first virtual panel discussion, “Climbing Hills and Breaking Glass Ceiling,” 10 a.m. Saturday, March 27. The guest panelists are Councilwoman At Large, Portia West of Chester; Councilwoman At-Large, Katherine Gilmore-Richardson of Philadelphia, and state Rep. Reginal Young, D-185 of Philadelphia. The panelists will share valuable information to ignite and enlighten their constituents to become engaged and involved in their communities.
The former NCBW chair Rosetta Carter will be emcee and Livia Smith will be the moderator. Guests are invited to support the NCBW Dr. C. Delores Tucker Book Scholarship Award. Financial donations will benefit high school students entering college.
Program co-chairs are Rev. Sylvia Diggs, Rev. Dr. Louelle Wrighton, and Tamara Taliaferro. The event is open to the public with limited capacity. To join, the Zoom meeting ID is 835 5734 2602 and the passcode is 859715.
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