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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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Shop the RHS Holiday Boutique!

 RHS New Players Presents 26 Pebbles, a play based on the Sandy Hook Tragedy Miss Melissa Shares 10 Books that You Should Read to Your Child and Why 20+ Festive Holiday Cocktails Our Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes Moroccan-Inspired Lamb Stew Fiber-Rich Avocado & Greek Yogurt Open Sandwiches

15+ Things to Keep Your Little One Occupied on the Plane

Also Read: 20+ Festive Cocktails...trust us, you’ll need one after the trip. I’ve become a pro at packing for the plane and have a few unusual items (scotch tape, address labels, string) that have saved me. Before our first trip with kids, I got some advice from a friend: “Pack extra clothes–not just for the baby, but for you.” On […]

Pear & Berry Thyme Fizz

Serves 6 Ingredients: 2 cups apple juice 1 pear, very thinly sliced 12 sprigs fresh thyme 1/4 cup Grand Marnier 1 bottle sparkling wine –Champagne or Prosecco about 30 raspberries Instructions: Combine apple juice, pears, thyme and liqueur in a pitcher. Stir together, then refrigerate for about 2 hours to allow the fruit and thyme to infuse […]

The Easiest Pumpkin Brownies You’ll Ever Make

We love Two Ingredient Easy Pumpkin Brownies from familyfreshmeals.com. They’re moist and decadent and a cinch to make! Ingredients 1 (19.5 ounce) box brownie mix 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin  Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×13 pan with nonstick cooking spray or line with parchment paper. 2. In a large bowl, […]

Thanksgiving Cranberries with Cherries & Cloves

This is my favorite cranberry recipes; the dried cherries give it a touch more sweetness than traditional cranberry recipes. Get ahead of the game and make this cranberry-cherry 4 days ahead. Ingredients 2 ½ cups cranberry juice 8 oz dried tart cherries 1 cup sugar 12 oz fresh cranberries ¼ tsp cloves Directions Simmer cranberry juice in a large […]

Westwood Prime Eats is Here!

Westwood Prime Meats has expanded to the space next door: welcome Westwood Prime Eats! they’ve added a dining room to the existing space with seating and a counter where you can order burgers, salads, and a few apps like tempura pickles, short rib poutine and bone marrow toast. Diners can the take a seat and a server will […]

Coming Soon: New Spot to Perk Up in Ridgewood

A new spot to perk up is coming soon to Ridgewood: Rey Sol Coffee. a new coffee shop promising “seed to cup coffee.” Rey Sol Coffee is planted & harvested Balboa, Risaralda in Colombia situated 1560 meters above sea level. According to their website, the family running the business comes with a history of coffee growing back in Colombia. […]

One Day Mini New Players Workshop

Mini New Players • December 20, 2019 The Mini New Players Program is offering students in Kindergarten through Grade 4 an opportunity to explore the world of theater.  Under the supervision of New Players Company adult staff, the children will work with high school theater students playing fun-filled and stimulating games designed to spark their creativity […]

RHS Lacrosse Spin Class Fundraiser at Club One Love

NEW OPENINGS: An Innovative North Indian Restaurant Comes to Ridgewood Meet Iva: Owner of Flora’s Cottage in Ridgewood Order Now: No-Cook Wednesday RHS Fundraiser! Dr. Karen Latimer Discusses Why Today’s Kids Are Less Resilient Should You Let Your Kids to Drink?

Not Your Grandma’s Manhattan

I always associated Manhattans as being a drink for old people–like my grandmother. But this isn’t your grandma’s Manhattan. What makes this Manhattan special? Using dry and sweet vermouth keeps this cocktail from turning too sweet. Ingredients 2 ounces good bourbon (like Woodford Reserve or Maker’s Mark) 1/2 ounce dry vermouth 1/2 ounce sweet vermouth 2 dashes Angostura bitters […]