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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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Feed Your Face: Banana & Olive Oil

The best ingredients for face masks are always organic and made with ingredients you can find in your kitchen! This mask made with banana and is specially created for dry skin by Iva Sebestyan, owner of the facial spa, Flora’s Cottage in Ridgewood! Ingredients 1/2 banana 1 tablespoons olive oil Directions 1. Remove make up and thoroughly clean the face with your cleanser. […]

Iva’s Oatmeal Mask for Oily Skin

The best ingredients are always organic and often the ones you already have in your kitchen. This mask is perfect to help prevent and tackle oily skin. It was created by Iva Sebestyan, owner of Flora’s Cottage in Ridgewood. Also Read: 8 Tips for Making the Most of Your Mask Ingredients 1/3 cup of oatmeal 1 teaspoon of honey few drops of freshly […]

Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Co-Star Was Once a New Player!

It’s always fun to find out that someone who is now famous and successful hailed from your home town! 40 year old Michael Zegen, who costars in the Amazon Prime comedy/drama The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, grew up in Ridgewood. In fact, Zegen is a former RHS New Player.  Zegen plays the flawed Joel Maisel who is trying to make a […]

35+ Fabulous Gifts–From $5 to $500-That Give Back!

Every year, I put together a list of companies that give back. With all the spending that goes on in December, why not spend in places where you’re spreading a little good too. These companies donate a portion of their proceeds to different causes and non-profits so you’ll feel good giving (or receiving them!) • • […]

Don’t Miss: Ridgewood’s Annual Friends of Music Concert

Friday, January 10, 2020 • 7 p.m. You don’t want to miss The Annual Friends of Music Concert. This is your chance to hear local professionals including beloved Ridgewood school faculty, showing off their talent performing everything from opera to musical theater and from jazz to rock. Tickets can be purchased in town at Mango Jam, […]

RHS New Players Presents: 26 Pebbles

Thursday, Dec 12 @ 7PM Friday, Dec 13 @ 8PM Saturday, Dec 14 @ 8PM 26 Pebbles by playwright Eric Ulloa deals with the school shooting that took place at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown CT in 2012.  Based on a series of interview with members of the Sandy Hook community, this play […]

Glam Glow Event

More stories you might like… 25+ Favorite, Must-Have Family Games 35+ Gifts…That Give Back  RHS New Players Presents 26 Pebbles, a play based on the Sandy Hook Tragedy 20+ Festive, Fun Holiday Cocktails Our Favorite Holiday Cookie Recipes When Sitting on a Shelf…Isn’t Enough Anymore

DON’T MISS: Must-See Holiday Lights!

The last two years, we’ve made a trip to Dyker Heights in Brooklyn to see the absolutely over-the-top spectacularly decorated houses–and I am not exaggerating. I know–Brooklyn seems like a trek but the one hour drive is totally worth it. It feels like a Brooklyn version of Disney with blinking lights, moving snowmen, your kids favorite characters walking the […]

Giving Back: The Stable is Taking Donations

The Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation annually hosts holiday collections to assist those less fortunate. Suggested gifts for our Stable holiday tree include: new mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, socks, slippers, thermal wear, pajamas, etc.; all to benefit the “Center for Hope and Safety” (formerly Shelter Our Sisters). Also, the Saddle River Detachment #1211 Marine Corps League is doing their annual drive to make an amazing difference […]

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