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Heather Zachariah

Former Art Director for Home Magazine, Heather Leahy Zachariah, left her career in publishing after baby number number one. She now works from home as a freelance graphic designer and a chauffeur to her 3 busy kids. "Working on TipsFromTown has been a wonderful outlet for me. It renewed my love of publishing where I can design colorful, enticing pages online and allows me to share the things I love about being a mom." Heather grew up in Shaker Heights, Ohio, a place that still is near and dear to her. " After living in Brooklyn for 18 years and studying Graphic Design at Pratt Institute, she now lives in the Jersey burbs. "I love living so close to NYC, but in my heart, I'm an Ohio girl."

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January 13, 2020

Are Drugs Hidden in Plain Sight in Your Home?

Tuesday, January 14 • 7 p.m. Parent Wellness Series: What You Need To Know Would you recognize the signs of teen substance use in your own home? Maybe not. It might be right in front of you but you’re not seeing it. Hidden in Plain Sight is an initiative to help parents spot risky behaviors in their teens. […]

January 13, 2020

What’s Happening in Ridgewood?

What’s Happening in Ridgewood? Plenty! From Dining on $30 Three Course Meals to Hearing Ridgewood’s Most Talented Perform! Ridgewood’s Restaurant Week is Here! January 12 – 30 15 Days of Glorious Eating! Musical Theater Classes for Kids Have a child who loves to sing, dance and act? Get a special discount for spring classes. Classes start […]

January 12, 2020

14 Reasons Why Parents (& Kids) Love Camp Riverbend

Choosing the right camp can be overwhelming. We thought we’d take the time to share some of things that that make Camp Riverbend special. Even though the camp is only about 35 minutes from New York City, it feels world’s away, a perfect place for a kid to unplug and explore. Here’s what parents (and […]

January 12, 2020

New Jersey Film Festival Spring

January 25 – February 28, 2020 • Rutgers University Calling all movie lovers! Here’s your chance to see more than 35 movies at the New Jersey Film Festival Spring. The month-long cinema celebration includes international films, American independent features, classic revivals and documentaries. Q&A with directors and actors to follow screenings. Tickets range from $9–$14 Tickets are available on […]

January 12, 2020

25+ Fun Favorite Family Games

Also Read: 35+ Gifts That Give Back! This holiday, get unplugged! Drop the devices and try one of our staff’s favorite family games on a chilly weekend night. Twister Ultimate I have loved Twister since I was 10 and my kids love it too. As our family has grown, we just can’t fit on the mat anymore. So now […]

January 10, 2020

Our Picks: Reusable Grocery Bags

Also Read: Fun, Eco-friendly Straws With plastic bags finally disappearing from stores, it’s time to get serious about your reusable shopping bag options. We have 2 picks: one for our cold items and the other for everything else. The Bee-Green Set Why We Like Them: Bee Green bags are sturdy and light weight; machine washable; and […]

January 10, 2020

A Fun Eco-Friendly Straw Options: Pasta Straws

We’re all trying to cut back on our plastic straws (and plastic bags) to save the environment, but sometimes, a drink is just better with a straw! The paper straws don’t last long and usually disenegrate before you’ve finished your beverage. And reusable metal straws have hit the market but honestly, I can barely remmeber to […]

January 10, 2020

Take an Icy Dip at the Polar Bear Plunge

FEBRUARY 22, 2020 • SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ Some choose to go all the way under, while others go ankle-deep. Some say it’s invigorating! Others say you’d have to be crazy to do it. But for over hundred years, people have been throwing themselves into icy, cold water on the coldest, darkest month of the year–all to raise money for […]

January 10, 2020

Where to Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Summit

Jan 12th, 2020 • 1:00 to 5:00pm The Summit Chinese American Association is hosting an event to celebrate the 2020 Summit Chinese New Year, the Year of Rat. The event will be FREE to Summit public and the vicinity neighborhoods. Enjoy taking a family portrait, a neighborhood greeting, and a Luna New Year Snack tasting with children activities. There will […]

January 8, 2020

Have You Been to Cafe de Royal Yet?

Something sweet arrived in Ridgewood last October : Cafe de Royal. If you haven’t been, you’re missing out. Beautiful pastries are visible from the windows tempting passersby as they make their way to work and school. Pastries include rich desserts like their Chocolate Mousses Bomb Cake or their Flourless Chocolate Cake. They also have a wide variety of delicious savory items like their crepes, vegetable souffles, soups and […]