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The votes have been tallied, and with over 11,000 votes cast online in Bridgewater Lifestyle’s Inaugural Readers’ Choice Awards, the results are in! We are humbled by the level of participation. Bridgewater stepped up anded showed some serious love for our local businesses. The winning businesses represented in this issue were chosen by you, our readers. If you missed your chance to vote, please follow us on Facebook and Instagram (@BridgewaterLifestyle) so that you’re aware of when the polls open up again next October. Make your opinions heard! While our original thought was to hold a banquet honoring the winners, Covid-19 had other plans for us. We pivoted (anyone else tired of that word yet?) and hosted a socially-distant event where the winners were honored at our office one by one. With plenty of room in our PrimeWork suite, this was easily accomplished. The photos from the fun day can be viewed in our Good Times section.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE FEBRUARY 2021 FEATURES 20 The Perfect Dinner Date at Home This Valentine’s Day, Create a Romantic Cooking Experience With Help From Soul Child’s Victoria Murray

26 Perfectly Imperfect Elaine Comer Drew Upon Her Faith to Write a Children’s Book With a Message That Resonates With Children and Adults

30 Bridgewater Lifestyle's 2020 Readers' Choice Awards The Votes are in and We're Honoring the Best Businesses in and Around Bridgewater

42 Coffee With Dan The Somerset County Business

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20 Culinary Creations 30 Locally Owned 41

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“What we put into our bodies affects us both mentally and physically,” Victoria says. Her selected meal this Valentine’s Day is a classic play on surf and turf: New York strip steak and scallops, paired with asparagus and followed by a berry-topped chocolate mousse. “The entrée is simultaneously hearty and light, with complementary flavors,” she says. “It’s elegant but easy to create.” She advises people to be present as they cook. “Become immersed in the smells. Sample as you go,” she says. “Food just tastes better when you enjoy creating it.” For the best flavor, Victoria recommends choosing a fatty cut of meat and the freshest seafood available. “Ask your local fishmonger about when the fish came in and where it came from,” she says. “I’m a stickler for wildcaught fish.” Adding nutmeg and lemon to asparagus brings a bright citrus note to help cut through the richness of the other ingredients, she says. Simple chocolate mousse — light in texture, but decadent — topped with fresh berries finishes the meal. Victoria suggests serving a beverage with bubbles, such as a sparkling Champagne or mineral water or Lucien Albrecht Crémant d’Alsace Brut Rosé, to help cleanse your palate. “The bubbles make you want to come back for more,” she says. Interested in cooking with Victoria or having her cook for you? Visit soulchild.life. She even has gift cards available, which make a great Valentine’s Day gift for the one you love. CONTINUED >

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CULINARY CREATIONS (CONTINUED)

SIMPLE & ROMANTIC P E R F E C T LY S E A R E D STE A K W ITH SC A LLO P S & A S PA R AG U S

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This same pan can be used to prepare the scallops. SCALLOPS INGREDIENTS

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and pepper. Place steaks apart from each

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other in the pan then turn on to high heat and

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+ Pepper

heat to medium and continue to flip meat

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and cook for 2 minutes per side, you should hear a sizzle in the pan, if not, slightly turn

Place scallops on a paper towel-lined plate and pat dry, this will ensure a

the internal temperature of the steak, 125° for

nice sear on scallops. Season with salt and pepper then turn over and pat

medium-rare. Once the desired temperature

dry other side before seasoning. Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat

is met, remove steak from the pan and let

then add butter. Place scallops in making sure not to overcrowd and let

rest on the cutting board for 5 minutes before

sear for 2 – 3 minutes before flipping to the other side. Sear an additional 3

slicing and serving.

minutes then remove from the pan. Top with chives and serve.

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Perfectly Imperfect

ARTICLE PATTI VERBANAS

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TO ELAINE COMER, PEOPLE OR OBJECTS THAT SEEM ORDI-

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A second-grade teacher at Saint James School in Basking Ridge, in

ries to Sister Joann Aumand, the school’s director, who encour-

September 2020, she published The Cracked Cup, her first children’s

aged her to try her hand at a religious tale. The idea of the cracked

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cup gelled when Sister Donna Brady set a plain gray chalice on

piece for one of the Bible’s most miraculous stories: The Last Supper.

Elaine’s classroom table and asked what she could do with it. “I

In the book, a cup created in haste felt inadequate since it had a

thought of Christ holding a cup, which was doing its job,” she

crack. It sat on a shelf at an inn and watched as one by one Jesus’

says. “I realized that like the cracked cup, we all have a purpose,

apostles chose other cups to use at the meal. When Jesus selected

regardless of our insecurities.”

the cracked cup, it worried that it could not do its job of holding liquid.

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are all broken, God loves us anyway.”

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task – to nominate their favorite businesses in the Bridgewater area. From there we tallied the top 3-5 businesses in each category and gave our next call to action. It was time to vote for the best! With over 11,000 votes cast in our Inaugural

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Readers’ Choice Awards, we were astounded by the community support. Bridgewater businesses, your friends and neighbors have shown up to support you. Our 62 winners should be very proud of themselves. They’ve earned the community’s trust through good business practices, consistent service, great communication and high-quality results in their respective fields, and this month we celebrate them. Read on to learn more and find a few new businesses to support this year.

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BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST B E S T D AY C A R E

THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE BRIDGEWATER thelearningexperience.com (732) 893-8406 With a child-focused approach to childhood learning, their proprietary L.E.A.P curriculum encourages children to learn in their favorite way – by exploring and doing. Students achieve success independently while developing intellectually, socially and cognitively through varied early educational materials, activities and social interactions. TLE Bridgewater is a family run business and their mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of their children, families and the community.

NATURAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION nmrnj.com (908) 252-0242 Founded as a holistic healthcare center that provides services to address the body’s nutritional needs, mental outlook, and physical state, when Dr. Sferra opened NMR in 1998, he envisioned a society that acted on their responsibilities toward greater health. His passion for helping others is evidenced by the many outreach efforts he provides to his community, which has earned

B E S T H O M E H E A LT H S P E C I A L I S T

VISITING ANGELS

him the Spirit of Somerset Award for outstanding contributions to health and wellness in Somerset County.

visitingangels.com/somersetnj (908) 262-7374 Visiting Angels has been taking care of seniors in the Somerset County area for over nine years. They are a State of New Jersey Accredited Agency and their caregivers are all Certified Home Health Aides. They take care of all their clients the way they would want their own parents cared for. In-home consultations are free and the experience is priceless!

B E S T S PA

TRU SALON + SPA trusalonspa.com Branchburg: (908) 218-9878 & Warren (908) 753-9878 TRU salon + spa is a business that has established an outstanding reputation for quality services and products. It is not a “one size fits all” experience, but a mirror of each person’s needs. TRU’s point of difference is the passion each member of Team TRU has for providing guests with a memorable experience.

BEST SWIM CLUB

SHIMON AND SARA BIRNBAUM JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER ssbjcc.org (908) 443-9018 The JCC welcomes all with a state-of-the art fitness

BE ST L AN DSC APER

facility including: outdoor FitGround, in-person and

SPANA CONTRACTORS

indoor pool; summer swim club with outdoor pools,

virtual group fitness classes and personal training; ADA compliant splash pad; Blaustein Early Childhood

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Center (6 months - Kindergarten); JCC Camp Ruach

(908) 725-7689

(2 years – 9th grade); Club J All Day; special needs

Spana Contractors is a family owned and operated business that has been serving

programs; swim lessons and team; basketball, gymna-

Bridgewater and surrounding towns since 1995. As TrexPro builders they specialize in build-

sium, pickle ball, tennis; cultural arts, educational pro-

ing custom decks as well as hardscaping and landscaping, bathroom and kitchen remodel-

grams; Holocaust education; and holiday celebrations.

ing and so much more. They take pride in building lifelong friendships with their customers.

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LOCALLY OWNED (CONTINUED) Bridgeway Senior Healthcare: Bridgeway Care and Rehab Centers and Avalon Assisted Living Residences

Bayles Family Speech Center

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B E S T P H I L A N T H R O P I C O R G A N I Z AT I O N

BEST SENIOR LIVING COMMUNIT Y

BEST SPEECH THERAPIST

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THE BAYLES FAMILY SPEECH CENTER, LLC

hugsforbrady.org (908) 334-7740 The Hugs for Brady Foundation serves children with cancer by supporting cutting-edge scientific oncology research designed to cure numerous types of pediatric cancers in order to end pediatric cancer forever, as well as directly assisting oncology families with financial challenges, and creating a more humane hospital environment for children in cancer treatment.

BSHcare.com (908) 722-7022 A family-owned and operated senior living and care provider with more than 39 years of experience in the healthcare community, Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Centers at Bridgewater and Hillsborough offer post acute, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The Avalon Assisted Living Residences at Bridgewater and Hillsborough offer assisted living and memory care services.

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baylesfamilyspeechcenter.com (908) 578-0825 In 2006 Denise Bayles decided to branch out on her own and provide the kind of services she would want to receive if she had a child in need of communication assistance. Located at the “Hope House” office on the campus of the North Branch Reformed Church, she provides screenings, evaluations and therapy to children and adults. All areas of speech and language are addressed, as well as feeding and swallowing needs. Staff development inservices are available.

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BLUEPRINT MENTAL HEALTH (908) 256-6965 blueprintmentalhealth.com

B E S T C A S U A L R E S TA U R A N T micheleklug.com (908) 672-2055 For more than 17 years The Michele Klug Team has been providing clients with exceptional, personalized service, real time industry insights and sound advice. They offer state of the art technologies, synergized team work and the expertise of seasoned specialists in sales, marketing, and operations. The results speak for themselves. They’ve achieved more than $110 million in transactions in 2020 and 90% of their business comes from repeat clients and referrals.

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BEST HOTEL

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BEST PET SERVICE

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BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER

Affinity is a full service, not-for-profit financial institution. They are member fewer fees and competitive rates. They care about the financial wellbeing

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of their members and are dedicated to providing excellent member service.

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owned and operated so the profits go back to their members in the form of

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BEST PHOTOGRAPHER

RACHEL GALLIC PHOTOGRAPHY Rachelgallicphotography.com (908) 605-0450 Rachel started the business six years ago in the hopes of pursuing a career in capturing beautiful memories that will last a lifetime. She specializes in

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photographing portraits, special occasions, and has even photographed weddings overseas. Rachel enjoys connecting with the community and building lasting relationships with her clients.

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BEST FINE DINING

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B E S T PAV I N G C O M PA N Y

HICKS PAVING (908) 707-4414 hickspaving.com

BEST COUNTRY CLUB

RARITAN VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB

BEST PLUMBER

IZZY’S PLUMBING

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The Raritan Valley Country Club provides a member experience that goes beyond golf. They continue to see an influx of new members who are eager to experience

B E S T PA I N T E R

the club’s family culture and atmosphere. In addition to the club’s Herbert H.

JOHN’S PAINTING

resort-style pool, four Har-Tru tennis courts, indoor squash courts, and an assort-

(908) 604-8759 johnspaint.com

Barker-designed golf course, they offer a wide array of amenities, including a ment of fine and casual dining options as well as a rich social calendar, youth programs, competitive golf, swimming and tennis programs.

BEST CHIROPRACTOR

MCADAM CHIROPRACTIC (908) 218-0800 mcadamchiro.com

BEST FARM

NORZ HILL FARM & MARKET (908) 371-2697 norzhillfarm.com

BEST HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS

PALERMO SHOW STABLE (908) 719-7500 palermoshowstable.com

BEST PRIMARY CARE DOCTOR

MARTINSVILLE FAMILY PRACTICE (ATLANTIC HEALTH SYSTEM) martinsvillefamilypractice.com (732) 560-9225 Martinsville Family Practice joined Atlantic Medical Group in 2013. They strive to

B E S T S P E C I A LT Y S H O P

provide the highest quality of medical care with a keen awareness of the patient’s

PELICAN POOL & SKI

need for privacy, dignity and respect regardless of race, religion or financial status.

(908) 534-2534

They practice the art of medicine ever mindful of their responsibility to preserve

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and protect the human spirit in their quest to maintain health and cure disease.

BEST BAKERY

BEST CLEANING SERVICE

RANDAZZO’S PASTRY SHOP (908) 595-0322 randazzospastryshop.com

NCS – NIDIA’S CLEANING SERVICES LLC (848) 702-0153 As a child, cleaning was Nidia Cordero’s favorite pastime. When she moved to the USA she had the opportunity to open NCS. Nidia grew NCS and she now has five active crews and 15 employees that service over 150 houses. The key to her success is her team’s attention to detail.

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BEST FINANCIAL PL ANNER

BEST FITNESS STUDIO

B E S T K I D S E N T E R TA I N M E N T

EDWARD JONES – JIM SWANTON

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As a financial advisor since 2015, Jim Swanton

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believes it’s important to invest his time in

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BEST NAIL SALON

BEST FLORIST

B E S T L AW F I R M

FLEMINGTON NAILS II

HOUSE OF BLOOMS

LAWRENCE LAW GROUP

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(908) 652-6552

The owners of Flemington Nails II understand the

House of Blooms is a boutique floral design

need for a great set of nails, as well as some quiet

studio located in the heart of Raritan. In

pampering time. They fully embrace modern and

business the past five years, they specialize

exotic trends to provide a unique customer expe-

in creating uniquely beautiful flower arrange-

rience in a safe, clean and friendly environment.

ments. Every design is made to order from the

With an incredible website, they also make booking

freshest and most sustainably sourced flowers

appointments fast and easy.

available. They offer delivery and curbside pick up for all occasions, offer a floral subscription program called Blooms for the Home, and design wedding and event flowers.

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memories.

lawlawfirm.com (908) 645-1000 Lawrence Law focuses on helping clients with all their family law needs. Whether through litigation, mediation, arbitration or the collaborative law process, they work tirelessly on behalf of the client. Their team of lawyers, paralegals and professional support staff have worked together for many years, building camaraderie and trust. The result is the client experience – a tailored plan based upon the strategic goals of the client – one that never loses focus of the emotional journey the client is going through. CONTINUED >

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BEST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE

RARITAN VALLEY ORTHODONTICS (908) 231-1860 fivestarorthodontics.com

BEST CAR DEALERSHIP

RAY CATENA INFINITI OF BRIDGEWATER (908) 895-2300

BEST TUTORING CENTER

HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER

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BEST PLASTIC SURGEON

REFLECTIONS CENTER FOR SKIN & BODY- MARTINSVILLE (908) 373-8167 reflectionscenter.com

BEST ELECTRICIAN

RHODES & SONS ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING, INC. (732) 424-0600 rhodeselectric.com

BEST JEWELER

ROMAN JEWELERS

(908) 725 9065 For over 40 years they’ve treated students as individuals, and tailored tutoring programs to fit their unique needs, academic goals and schedules. They offer accredited and individualized tutoring and test prep programs in-center and online with certified teachers. Their tutoring centers are proven to accelerate academic results, so you can trust them to help your child succeed.

BEST PRESCHOOL

THE PRESCHOOL PLACE & KINDERGARTEN preschoolplace.com (908) 722-0101 Winner of the Parent’s Pick Award for the of the “Most Loved” preschool, they are dedicated to providing a safe, developmentally appropriate, nurturing environment that promotes social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth, as well as a positive self-image and a love of learning. They’ve been recognized as a leader in the community for over 40 years. It’s where quality and caring meet!

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B E S T P E D I AT R I T R I C I A N

SOMERSET PEDIATRIC GROUP (908) 725-1802 somersetpeds.com

BEST FLOORING SPECIALIST

SPARKLE FLOORS & CARPET (908) 464-2653

BEST SUMMER CAMP

OAK CREST DAY CAMP

sparklefloorsandcarpet.com oakcrestdaycamp.com (732) 297-2000 For the past 50 years they have seen their campers’ summer experiences guide them towards a successful future. Everything they do at Oak Crest is an extension of both their mission – to create a summer experience for their families so exceptional that it makes campers for life – and their core philosophy – to ensure that every Oak Crest camper experiences growth and success in a fun-filled, safe and well-supervised environment. 36

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BEST LASH STUDIO

BEST VETERINARY PRACTICE

THE LASH LOUNGE BOUND BROOK – CHIMNEY ROCK

BRIDGEWATER VETERINARY HOSPITAL

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(908) 332-5274

(908) 704-6700

The Lash Lounge has been located in Chimney Rock Plaza since 2018, but

They are committed to providing comprehensive and personalized care to

has been under new ownership since November of 2019. It is a delight for

each of their patients and unsurpassed support to each client. They are

them to provide a relaxing environment for their guests that leaves them feel-

proud to offer a variety of progressive services and unique care options at

ing pampered. Their lash extensions are customized to every guest based on

their state-of-the-art facility and they aim to practice medicine that is both

their desires while still supporting the integrity of their natural lashes.

educational and approachable.

BEST HAIR SALON

SALON DARE Salondare.com (908) 281-1233 Salon Dare is a full service, down to earth salon that services the entire family. Their stylists have fun making their clients look and feel fabulous. They love what they do and it definitely shows in their work. You will feel their welcoming vibe the second you walk through the door.

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LOCALLY OWNED (CONTINUED) BEST EYE CENTER

THE EYE SPECIALISTS (908) 231-1110 njbesteyes.com

BEST ROOFER

THOMAS S BELARDO ROOFING (732) 560-8311 belardoroofing.com

BEST INSURANCE AGENT

TODD BAUMANN - ALL STATE (908) 429-8700 agents.allstate.com/todd-baumannbridgewater-township-nj1.html

BEST GROCERY STORE

WEGMAN’S SUPERMARKET (908) 243-9600 wegmans.com/stores/bridgewater-nj

BE S T WEI G HT LOS S CEN T ER

MEDI-WEIGHTLOSS mediweightloss.com/locations/greenbrook (732) 624-9797 The Medi-Weightloss® Program is not just another diet – it’s a physician-supervised and clinically-proven approach that helps patients achieve and maintain a healthy weight. After medical tests and in-depth consultation with each patient, their medical staff creates an individualized and comprehensive plan. They offer a specially formulated line of MediLiving®Vitamin and Nutrient Injections designed to support overall health and wellbeing. Insurance is accepted!

BEST SPORTS COMPLEX

ZONED SPORTS ACADEMY (732) 537-1770 zonedinc.com

BEST BAR

22 WEST TAP AND GRILL 22westtapandgrill.com

B E S T P R I VAT E S C H O O L

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL

(732) 627-5012 22 West Tap and grill is perfect for family dinners, parties or friends looking to meet for Happy Hour. Join them as they open their doors on nice days to bring airflow inside and enjoy a meal on their covered porch. This industrial

icsschool.org (908) 725-6516 Rooted in Catholic values, the school integrates academic excellence with the spiritual and moral formation of each of its students. This dedication results in an education that challenges each student to develop his or her full potential in an atmosphere where children care for and respect each other. Located in Somerville they oﬀer a full-day curriculum for prekindergarten through grade eight. 38

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style restaurant includes several bars, televisions, fans, high ceilings and gas fireplaces. Their upgraded twist on pub food is exciting to the palate.

BEST GYM

GOLD’S GYM BRIDGEWATER, NJ goldsgym.com/bridgewaternj (908) 595-1111

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Rob and Mary Zampetti go above and beyond to give their members, who they consider family, the best health club around. They personally ensure that the gym is cleaner than any other public space with the installation of Air Scrubber units, UV lighting, and closing from 2-3 PM daily to sanitize.

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SOMERSET PATRIOTS somersetpatriots.com (908) 252-0700 After receiving the call to join the most successful sports brand in the world, the Somerset Patriots are the new Double-A

Ages 6 Weeks to 6 Years Open daily from 6:30AM - 6:30PM

Affiliate of the New York Yankees. The team originated in 1998 and moved into TD Bank Ballpark in June of 1999 and has welcomed over 7,500,000 fans! In 2020, the Somerset Patriots safely provided baseball and family events for the community, while supporting

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

REALTY REPORT BRIDGEWATER

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

2153 Washington Valley

$524,900

$529,900

101%

1371 Mt Vernon Road

$525,000

$520,000

99%

146

821 Roosevelt Street

$529,000

$556,000

105%

2.1

642 Cedarbrook Road

$529,900

$523,000

99%

2.1

26 Red Oak Way

$535,000

$560,000

105%

2.1

35 Loft Drive

$549,900

$562,500

102%

2.1

1070 Brown Road

$550,000

$566,000

103%

2.1

143 Oak Street

$570,000

$555,000

97%

3.1

1544 Mountain Top Road

$589,900

$590,000

100%

2.1

443 Farmer Road

$599,000

$621,500

104%

2.1

15 Loft Drive

$599,900

$594,000

99%

2.1

7 Running Brook Road

$614,900

$600,000

98%

158

2.1

5 Burr Street

$619,000

$615,000

99%

2.1

93 Leghorn Avenue

$649,900

$637,000

98%

1158 Evergreen Drive

$650,000

$660,000

102%

2.1

5 Neskell Drive

$662,000

$655,000

99%

131

3.1

796 Partridge Drive

$675,000

$680,000

101%

2.1

3 Ten Broek Court

$679,000

$660,000

97%

108

2.1

995 Laurel Trail

$689,900

$685,000

99%

2.1

456 Vanderveer Road

$709,000

$680,000

96%

838 Garfield Avenue

$814,000

$790,000

97%

3.1

10 Haelig Court

$868,000

$860,000

99%

3.1

5 Waldron Drive

$885,000

$880,000

99%

107

2.1

20 Linvale Lane

$980,000

$975,000

99%

4.1

8 Gateshead Drive

$1,059,000

$1,025,000

97%

3.2

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Garden State Multiple Listing Service (GSMLS), LLC which does not guarantee nor is any way responsible for its accuracy. Data provided by the GSMLS, LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. This data is a sampling of sales from 11/25/2020 – 12/23/2020. DOM is Days on Market.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT THE SOMERSET COUNTY BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP HELPS BUSINESSES CONNECT, EVEN THROUGH THE PANDEMIC

ARTICLE TONI PORRELLO

COFFEE WITH DAN ON A COLD WINTER MORNING, DAN FAHRER CAN BE FOUND SIPPING A CUP OF COFFEE AT HIS OFFICE DESK WHILE VIRTUALLY INTERVIEWING ONE OF THE MANY FASCINATING BUSINESSES THAT MAKE UP THE SOMERSET COUNTY BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP. When he accepted the role of Director of Business Services at the Partnership last June, he never imagined part of his job would be to morph into a daytime talk show host, but Dan saw that the local businesses needed help getting the word out about the status of their opening and their everchanging services. Naturally charismatic and not one to shy away from the camera, he decided to volunteer as tribute.

supporting local businesses from the beginning of COVID,” says

Dan holds a BA in Political Science from

Dan. “We have presented over 200 COVID-based support webi-

Rutgers University and a master’s degree in Higher

nars, offered a marketing grant to the restaurant industry, and

Education Administration from Drexel University. He

continue to work daily to keep our businesses connected and

first became involved with the Partnership while

growing in a safe and prosperous environment.”

working for The Jewish Federation. His Executive

For the past 101 years, the Partnership has been a landmark

Director encouraged him to seek more corpo-

organization in Somerset County. With over 800 members com-

rate support, so Dan turned to the Partnership

ing from businesses of varying sizes, the Partnership has always

and quickly became an active member and volun-

been a hub for networking. COVID-19 has added a layer of diffi-

teer at the organization. He was eventually named

culty, but they have adapted successfully to these circumstances

the Lead Ambassador. When Chris Edwards was

and now offer a robust virtual networking program.

promoted to President and CEO of the Partnership, Dan was offered his previous position. Among

others,

Dan’s

The Partnership views 2021 as the year of the economic comeback. Dan says, “In addition to being a leader in Somerset

responsibilities

County’s economic development and tourism hub, we’ve pivoted

include recruiting new businesses to join the

to being a beacon for the business community and a nexus to

Partnership, reaching out to existing members

keep everyone connected. In the middle of a crisis, the need and

to support their needs, and hosting networking

value of the Partnership is as evident now as it’s ever been.”

events. While transitioning careers in the height of COVID-19 has certainly presented its challenges, it has been rewarding for Dan to help businesses connect and succeed during these trying times. “The Partnership never took a day off during the pandemic and was a leading resource in

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Waxing Lash Extensions

G I F T

Beverly Hills

FLEMINGTON NAILS II 1061 US HIGHWAY 202 N. BRANCHBURG NJ 08876 908-575-7676 WWW.BEFNBEAUTIFUL.COM

Open 7 Days a Week Throughout the Holidays 1982 Washington Valley Road, Bridgewater

732.271.1919 BEVERLYHILLSHAIR.STUDIO CityLifestyle.com/Bridgewater

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