Westfield United Fund Volunteer Expo!

Looking for a way to give back? Join the Westfield United Fund’s Third Annual Westfield Volunteer Expo! Learn how you can make a difference in our community. There will be approximately 30 local organizations participating. No worries if you don’t’ think you have a lot of time to spare.Some opportunities are for one-time volunteering events. Or […]

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: DR. SAM RHEE

Learn about the global difference this local plastic surgeon is making.

How I Cope with The Misery of Monday Mornings

I’m not a fan of Monday mornings. Every Sunday evening after a glorious weekend of family time and sleeping in, I get what I call the “Sunday Night Blues.” It dates back to my single days when I used to have a summer share in Fire Island. As we’d board the ferry on Friday evenings after work, […]

An Apple a Day …

Just because there are new, flashy fruits on the market, doesn't mean apples are any less healthy. Read on to learn about the benefits of this friendly, affordable fruit.

Lyme Disease — Tis the Season

"Kids, get out of the house. Go outside and play ... but watch out for TICKS!" Read on to be in the know about Lyme Disease symptoms and prevention.

Pretzel-Crusted Chicken

Breaded chicken breasts take on a new twist… pretzel twist that is. The classic combo of a pretzels and mustard give plain old chicken breasts a much needed make-over. The kids will like helping to make and eat them!

2 Places to Call Home

The summer is coming to what always feels like an abrupt end.  But today hit me hard because it was not just the end of the summer; it was the end of a once in a lifetime chance. This summer, I chose to spend a month in a two family house with a best friend […]

5 Simple Tips for Creating a Family-Friendly Home

After seeing (and salivating) over Melissa McCarthy’s beautiful home in “A Home Where Function Meets Fabulous” I asked her interior designer, Krista Wostbrock of Wostbrock Home if she could give us a few tips on how to keep our homes beautiful without sacfricing our aesthetic. Thanks for the tips, Krista! 1. Use durable textiles like crypton fabrics and wool or synthetic […]