Episode 5: Winter 2020 - “The Riches of Kindness”

In this episode of Susquehanna Life Out Loud podcast, Erica Shames, founder and publisher of Susquehanna Life Magazine speaks with her podcast co-host, Peterson Toscano, about the contents of the Winter 2020 issue of the magazine. In preparing the issue, kindness emerged as a strong theme. It is so strong that Erica plans on weaving the theme of kindness into the magazine and podcast throughout 2021. Read More »

Tell Us Your Story: 50 Races for 50 Causes

Karen Hendricks embarked on a year-long journey to run road races in support of charitable causes—her unique way of celebrating a milestone birthday—and along the way learned essential pandemic coping mechanisms. Read More »

The Inherent Value of Memories - VisionQuest 2020

This is one of the winning essays, submitted in response to Susquehanna Life magazine publisher Erica Shames’ call for dream-ideas—VisionQuests—to pursue for 2020, toward the goal of becoming more self-actualized. Read More »

Of the Season: A Formal, Traditional, All-American Holiday

Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower may be gone, but their spirits live on in their home located just outside Gettysburg in Adam’s County, the site of a unique holiday celebration. Read More »

Hiking Havens: 9 Winter Hikes to Other-Worldly Water Features

Colder temperatures don’t mean an end to hiking adventures! In fact, winter brings with it some unexpected opportunities to see sites so spectacular you might think you’ve left the planet. Be sure to follow the vital cold-weather guidelines at the end of the article to keep yourself safe. Read More »

Family Life: 10 Ideas for Indoor Fun

The pandemic will curtail our activities even more than usual this winter. Be prepared. When it’s too cold to go outside, use these indoor activities to combat winter blues. And don’t forget to find ways to include family and friends who are alone or infirm. Read More »

By the Book [Winter 2020]

Browse these book recommendations in a variety of genres. Read More »