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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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Where to Eat Yellowfin Tuna Poke Bowls in Ridgewood

Apparently a new poke bowl joint is moving into Ridgewood. But guess what. White Maple Cafe is already serving them up! Their Yellowfin Tuna Poke bowl is served with avocado, seaweed salad, pickled cucumber, sesame seeds, ginger, brown rice, and topped with crispy wontons for crunch and creamy, spicy aioli. It is the perfect all-in-one bowl pack with flavor, […]

How Tamiflu Affected Me

My son and I had the flu 2 weeks ago. I hadn’t had it in years. And yes, we did get flu shots but we just happened to be a few of the unlucky ones who get the flu anyway. We spiked fevers quickly, and aches and pains followed. My first instinct was to grin and bear […]

Find Out Where You Can Try 3-D Printing in Cleveland

Did you know that the Cleveland Public Library has a 3D printer? 3D printing can be used to create anything from jewelry and sculptures to architectural models. Prints can range from artistic to functional, all based on the user’s creativity and needs. The cost for printing is $0.05 per gram of plastic used and the library […]

Super Science Saturday: If You’ve Never Been, You’re Missing Out!

The Biggest Science Extravaganza in Northern New Jersey! Super Science Saturday Saturday, March 2  • 9:00am – 1:30pm It’s been called the “Greatest Science Extravaganza in Northern New Jersey!” Super Science Saturday brings fun and excitement to science through professional presenters and student projects. Anyone who participates in Friday’s Science fair at Ridge is welcome to display his […]

Cafe Now Serving Dinner…

The relatively new Saddle River Cafe is now open for dinner too! The interior has a light, airy, casual vibe–very different from its parent restaurant, Saddle River Inn. Chef Jamie’s menu focuses on local seasonal ingredients with meats from Pat LaFrieda and fish from Peter’s Fish Market. The dinner menu includes appetizers heavy enough to make a meal like […]

Celebrate National Chili Day with One of Our Favorite Recipes!

We’re celebrating “National Chili Day” with a kick! Here are our favorite chili recipes–some with meat and some delightedly meatless. We even have a gluten-free fav. Beef & Beer Chili White Chili w/Chicken Sunset’s Smoky Beef & Bacon Chili Vegetarian & Gluten-Free Quinoa Chili Em’s Texas Chunk Chili Vegetarian Chili for the Soul Chili Egg Casserole Slow-Cooker Pork […]

The Best Chili & Chowder in Westfield

  Also Read: Westfield Business Keeps Giving Back Want to celebrate National Chili Day with the best chili in town? Head to The Westfield Diner whose chorizo chili won “Best Chili in Westfield” with just the right balance of spicy and sweet. 10 Westfield restaurants competed in Westfield’s first Chili Cook-Off this past Sunday. Our […]

Junior New Players Spring Workshop

Friday, March 29: 3:30 – 7:00 pm Saturday, March 30: 10:00 – 3:00pm Sunday, March 31: 12:00 – 3:00pm Young thespians will love the Junior New Players Spring Weekend Workshop, a hands-on theatre experience from the page to the stage for 4th – 8th grade students.  Under the guidance of RHS staff, participants will work in small groups with […]

Love Vineyard Vines? Don’t Miss the Pop-Up Warehouse Sale.

Crazy for Vineyard Vines? Then you don’t want to miss the “Whalehouse” sale located in the old Bob’s Discount Furniture space on Route 17. Everything is 50-70% off. Shop for button downs, shirts, pants and more for kids and adults. Sale goes through February 23. Mon thru Sat: 10am to 6pm Sunday: CLOSED Vineyard Vines Whalehouse Sale, 460 […]

Throw an Oscar Party This Weekend

With a few tricks, it’s possible to throw together an enjoyable Oscar night party that your guests will remember. Best of all, it won’t break your budget to celebrate the glamour of the night. If you didn’t get a chance to see all the movies, half the fun of it is watching the show. Seriously, who […]