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The legal team at Cipriano Law Offices, P.C. has a combined 100 years of experience crafting solutions that make sense for your family. We understand the impact divorce has; our goal is to protect your interest as we help you prepare for your new lifestyle.
Our team boasts five attorneys, one qualified Arbitrator, four qualified Mediators, two trained in Collaborative law, and two Parenting Coordinators. Our mediators will accommodate your schedule in an effort to resolve your issues and move your case forward quickly.
We are here for all your Family Law needs, including Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreements, Adoptions, Custody and Parenting Time concerns, alimony and Child Support modifications, and Domestic Violence issues, including trials.
In all matters, we zealously advocate your position. If amicable solutions are not possible, our courtroom-savvy attorneys will vigorously advance your position using all remedies possible.
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Job Haines Celebrates Employee Milestone
ERoll the Dice on Imagination
Lvery day, the team at Job Haines Home, shows what true champions look like; through compassion, commitment, and care that touches lives in lasting ways. Recently, Job Haines celebrated their dedicated staff, who go above and beyond to serve their residents. They were especially proud to honor Ms. Jean, who just marked an extraordinary milestone: 45 years of service as a CNA, (Certified Nursing Assistant). Her loyalty, grace, and heart have inspired generations of caregivers. To every team member behind the scenes at Job Haines Home, thank you for being the champions of care. Job Haines Home is located at 250 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ www.Job-Haines.org 973-743-0792.
Galaxies,
From his backyard in West Orange, one amateur astronomer is exploring the universe one deepsky object at a time. What began as a childhood fascination—nurtured by a shared interest with his dad—has become a full-blown passion for capturing the wonders of space through telescopes and astrophotography.
ooking for a fun, screen-free way to spark your child’s imagination, build confidence, and encourage real social interaction? West Orange resident Dylan Schatell, a Rutgers University student and longtime Dungeons & Dragons enthusiast, is turning his passion into a unique and enriching experience for local kids.
Through interactive sessions designed for parties, structured playdates, and summer activities, Dylan leads boys and girls into magical worlds where they become heroes, solve creative challenges, and work as a team. Along the way, kids sharpen their reading, critical thinking, and communication skills, all under Dylan’s friendly, age-appropriate guidance. Sessions are structured, safe, and customized for different group sizes, ages, and experience levels. No experience is needed—just a willingness to imagine, explore, and have fun.
This game is perfect for birthday parties, scout troops, clubs, camps, after-school groups, library programs, or just a few friends. Don’t have a group? Dylan will help match your child with others to start a campaign. With tailored quests and hands-on storytelling, Dylan offers a one-of-a-kind activity that’s smart, social, and full of adventure. Dylan can be reached at 862-216-8616.
Comets, and Cosmic Curiosity
Specializing in galaxies, nebulas, and rare celestial events, Daniel Kirby is known for 12P/Pons-Brooks and the elusive Green Comet. He shares his images and insights through Instagram and frequent talks at observatories and museums.
When he’s not leading software teams by day, Daniel spends his nights building telescope bases or helping fellow stargazers set up their gear. What sets him apart is more than technical skill— it’s his infectious curiosity. “Seeing Mars vanish behind the Moon—it was surreal,” he says. “Moments like that remind me why I keep looking up.”
For Daniel, the universe isn’t just something to observe—it’s something to marvel at. Wild, beautiful, and always in motion, it’s a reminder that there’s always more to discover.
To see his photos, visit: @TheIntergalacticWanderer on Instagram
A 12-hour startrail at Daniel Kirby’s club’s observatory, UACNJ, during the Geminid Meteor shower in December 2023.
Daniel Kirby and his dog enjoying a night of stargazing at Cherry Springs in Pennsylvania.
Pack Attack Parties Bring Sports Card Fun to the
Looking for a fresh, interactive party idea—especially one boys will love (and girls too)? Pack Attack Parties offer a new twist on immersive entertainment, tapping into the resurging popularity of sports and trading card collecting. Created by Caldwell resident Robert Cowper, these parties are fun, educational, and fully customizable for
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guests of all ages—and yes, adults love cracking packs too!
Here’s how it works: party hosts choose a theme—baseball, football, basketball, hockey, soccer, Pokémon, Magic, Lorcana, or a mix—and Cowper brings packs of cards for guests to open. The cards fuel friendly games and challenges that earn prize tickets, which can be redeemed for exciting extras like rookie cards, rare parallels, more cards, and more.
Throughout the party, guests also learn the basics of collecting—like how to look up card values or spot a base card versus a parallel. Each guest receives essentials like a deck box, penny sleeves, and top loaders to protect their favorite cards. No party favors needed—this is the gift that keeps giving. For information, visit: packattackparties.com.
Kindergarteners Raise Funds with Lemonade and Love From Local Fields to AC Milan: Ultrafooty
creative group of kindergarteners at Lincoln Elementary in Caldwell and their class moms found a sweet way to show appreciation for their teachers— Mrs. Goldman and Mrs. Weller—by designing custom t-shirts and raising money through a neighborhood lemonade stand. Each student contributed a hand-drawn heart, later printed onto t-shirts gifted to the class. To offset costs and avoid burdening families, a few students (with help from older siblings) sold lemonade and cookies, ultimately raising $170—enough to reduce the shirt cost to just $4 per student.
The shirts were presented to the teachers at the endof-year class party, with students proudly wearing their own t-shirts too.
Organized by class moms and supported by the community, the fundraiser was a heartfelt lesson in giving back. “We did it because we love our teachers,” said five-year-old Eleanor Greenstein, one of the young fundraisers.
Client Signs Big
At just 16 years old, Astin Mbaye is taking a major step on the international soccer stage, signing with AC Milan’s professional reserve team, Milan Futuro, after years of development with Ultrafooty—a professional soccer training program based in Livingston and Fairfield. A standout center back for the New York Red Bulls U16 Academy, Astin was scouted by several European clubs during his international showings with the U.S. Youth National Team, ultimately choosing Milan for its elite pathway to professional play.
Known for his quiet confidence, humility, and game intelligence beyond his years, Astin holds Senegalese and German citizenship through his African father and European mother, making him eligible to join top European programs. He began training with Ultrafooty three years ago, rapidly advancing by working one-onone and with older collegiate players.
“He’s a perfect example of how talent, humility, and being coachable create opportunity,” says Dylan Evande, coowner of Ultrafooty. “We’re proud to be part of his journey.”
Ultrafooty client Astin Mbaye signs his contract with A.C. Milan in Italy.
Left-right: Mrs. Weller, Eleanor G, Matthew L, Ainsley G, Declan W, CJ H, Mason B, and Mrs. Goldman pose wearing shirts that the lemonade stand funded
Left-right: Eleanor and Charlotte Greenstein, Conor, Declan, and Will Wester.
Changing the System, Centering Youth
BY JACKIE SCHATELL
This Advocate is Designing a New Future Alongside New Jersey’s Youth
EEmilie Stewart, who grew up in North Caldwell, is more than a policy advocate—she’s a catalyst for change, driven by a belief that every young person deserves a future shaped by opportunity, not circumstance. As Manager of Policy Advocacy for the Newark Opportunity Youth Network (NOYN), Emilie has turned conviction into action, leading statewide efforts that amplify youth voices and reshape public policy.
Her journey wasn’t linear—and that’s what makes it powerful. Emilie entered college pre-med, but an unexpected volunteer experience at a youth detention center changed everything. She began working with incarcerated teens and quickly saw how deeply systems like education, justice, and foster care failed to support them. “I realized that many young people are navigating systems that weren’t built for their success,” she says.
Determined to confront these injustices, Emilie shifted course. After earning her degree in human development and policy analysis at Cornell, she joined Teach for America, teaching high school English in Baltimore. There, she witnessed students grappling with mental health challenges, a lack of access to resources, and systemic bias—yet still showing up, still hoping. “My classroom became my first site of advocacy,” she says. “But I knew I needed to do more.”
She returned to school to earn a master’s in macro social work and went on to serve as a policy advisor to the governor
of Rhode Island, working to protect the rights of youth in foster care. But her heart remained with New Jersey. When an opportunity arose to join NOYN, she seized it—bringing with her a bold vision: policy driven by the people it affects most.
Emilie now trains young people ages 16 to 21 in advocacy skills—from visioning sessions and power mapping to legislative testimony and coalition-building. She doesn’t just speak for youth—she helps them speak for themselves. In 2024, her work helped pass two landmark bills in New Jersey: the Youth Disconnection
Prevention Act and the New Jersey YouthBuild Act, both informed directly by youth testimony and grassroots organizing.
Even now, her work doesn’t stop at policy wins. “Passing a bill is just the beginning,” Emilie says. “We fight just as hard to make sure it’s implemented the right way.”
In a field where process can eclipse people, Emilie Stewart brings humanity back into focus. She’s not just advocating for youth—she’s walking beside them, showing what’s possible when empathy, persistence, and purpose collide.
Emilie Stewart talks about advocacy to students in the Social Justice Concentration at Mount St. Dominic Academy. She is a also 2010 graduate of MSDA.
WWhen Meera Mehta sees a need in her community, she doesn’t wait for someone else to fix it —she gets to work. Since her freshman year, that work has meant boosting literacy rates by collecting over 50,000 books for underserved children and families across New Jersey, with a goal of reaching 100,000 by the end of the year.
“I started with a single book drive in 9th grade, but then realized how many kids were struggling with reading and writing post-pandemic,” she said. “The good news is that we can begin turning this around with simple solutions like increasing access to books and making writing more fun.”
Through her initiative, Novel Futures, the rising Glen Ridge High School senior organizes book drives at schools—like Forest Avenue and Watchung Co-op—and collects donations from local families, then distributes the books to community partners like Montclair Child Development Center, the Junior League of Newark, and BookSmiles. While the focus is on children’s books, adult titles are also accepted and passed along to partner organizations.
Wanting to do more than just distribute books, Meera created Story Labs—free writing workshops for children ages 6–12. Inspired by memoir courses she took at the
Teen Gives Back by Building “Novel Futures” for Young Readers
BY JACKIE SCHATELL
Iowa Young Writers’ Studio and the University of Pennsylvania’s Kelly Writers House, Meera believes that everyone has a story worth sharing. She held her first Story Lab at the Glen Ridge Makers Day and will run more at the Glen Ridge Public Library.
Each Story Lab session includes creative prompts and one-on-one guidance. Workshops are offered regularly throughout the summer with flexible drop-in attendance.
To expand accessibility, Meera is also developing an on-demand online series so children can participate anytime, from anywhere.
She recently launched a Bookfinder Tool on her website, novelfutures. org, helping families discover inclusive stories that reflect a wide range of lived experiences—filtered by age, topic, and audience.
“I’ve always loved reading,” Meera said. “But I saw how uneven access to books was in our area. I wanted to close that gap—and make sure every child feels seen in the stories they read.”
With plans to study writing and anthropology in college, Meera is already helping reshape how young readers access and connect with books.
To donate, host a drive, or get involved, visit novelfutures.org or email info@novel-futures.org.
Meera Mehta
Meera Mehta donates books to Booksmiles.
Meera Mehta gets books ready for boxing up.
Three Stories, One Stage: Clark Clyburn Premieres Powerful New Plays
Experience an unforgettable afternoon of raw emotion, real-life stories, and redemptive journeys as playwright and director Clark Clyburn debuts three original stage plays at Luna Stage in West Orange.
“These actors are phenomenal,” Clyburn says. “I have the best cast in the world. They bring every character to life with heart and conviction.”
“The Woman in the Wheelchair” – Inspired by a poem about gratitude, this thought-provoking new work explores how we often take life’s simple blessings—like health, water, and freedom—for granted. The play follows two carefree characters whose realities shift when life suddenly humbles them.
“A Message from Dennis, the Homeless Man” – Through a personal narrative, this play gives voice to the often-untold stories of homelessness, highlighting how quickly life’s circumstances can change and the humanity behind the crisis.
“Trouble in Johnny’s House” – A single father trying to move forward with his life and new relationship finds himself caught between past and present, love and responsibility.
The cast and crew of the three shows: back row from l to r: Kenny McNair, Richard “Sir Rich” Heard, and Fred McNeil; middle row, l to r: Pam Harrison, Shail Choksi, Cynthia Avent, and Joanelle Rivera; frow from l to r: Xavier Clyburn, Nikita Hansford, Merian Duarte, Rohesia Hicks, Jeanette “GG” Gibson, Clark Clyburn, Chynnah McKenzie, Madeline Figueroa, Nichelle Odetayo, and Janeen Ford.
Sunday, July 27, and Saturday, August 9, 3pm Luna Stage Theater 555 Valley Road, West Orange, NJ.
Music in the Garden Concert Series
Friday, July 25, 5:30-7:30pm
Mari Green presents “Love Letters from the Chairman,” a special performance of some of the most iconic songs from the great American songbook, made popular by legendary crooner Frank Sinatra. Accompanied by esteemed pianist Ted Brancato, Mari’s beautiful warm summer sound and sweeping range promise to uplift you! Stroll through the garden and enjoy complimentary wine and cheese on the West Terrace before the music begins. Generously sponsored by Stone Mountain Properties. $50 members; $55 non-members. Open to 90 attendees.
Historic House and Tea Tour
With Stephanie Murphy, Public Engagement Manager at Greenwood
Thursday, July 31, 10-11:30am
Imagine life in this 1950’s Georgian Revival home as you tour the first floor and hear stories about Peter and Adelaide Blanchard, the couple who built it nearly 75 years ago. Following the tour, enjoy a cup of tea and snacks. $15 members; $20 non-members. Open to 20 participants.
Forest Bathing
With Elaine “Sky” Schenkel, Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide
Wednesday, August 6, 10am-12pm
Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrinyoku, meaning to “immerse oneself” or “bathe” in any natural environment, and the garden at Greenwood will provide the perfect place for such a special sensory experience. This guided session will help you slow down and unwind so that you can derive the sense of serenity that comes from being in harmony with nature’s sights, sounds, and smells. A brief overview of forest bathing is included, along with sensory meditation, a gentle walk, and guided invitations. $25 members; $30 non-members. Open to 15 participants.
Gatsby Date Night
Thursday, August 14, 6-8pm
Take your date on a romantic stroll through this century-old garden with a glass of bubbly and nibbles in hand. Step back in time and imagine how life and nature were celebrated during the 1920’s when the Day family lived on the property and entertained guests. Come dressed up in the style of the day or use our costume props for selfies! $50 per couple.
Greenwood Gardens
274 Old Short Hills Rd Short Hills | 973-258-4026 greenwoodgardens.org/programs
Verona Labor Day Classic –43rd Annual 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
SSign up now for the 43rd annual Verona Labor Day Classic, one of northern New Jersey’s longest running and most beloved 5K races. This USATF-NJ 500-point Grand Prix event guides runners through the streets of Verona, finishing with a scenic loop through beautiful Verona Park. A 1-mile fun run and health walk around the park is also open to participants of all ages.
Organized by Verona UNICO and the Essex Running Club, the race is a true community tradition, with all proceeds benefiting local charities and scholarships.
Runners who pre-register by August 1 will receive a free tech T-shirt, with youth participants receiving cotton T-shirts. After the race, enjoy complimentary refreshments including bagels, fruit, and more. Awards and Fleet Feet Montclair gift certificates will be presented to the
top finishers in 5-year age groups, and the overall male and female 5K winners will each receive a pair of running shoes.
Don’t miss this Labor Day fun, fitness-filled morning that supports a great cause.
Monday, September 1 1-Mile Fun Run/Health Walk 9am 5K race 9:30am Verona Park
Bloomfield and Lakeside Avenues
Registration: runsignup.com/verona
Broadway in the Park: Miscast
BBroadway takes center stage in Maplewood this Labor Day at the 4th Annual Broadway in the Park: Miscast, a special fundraiser for SOMA Stage. This lively afternoon concert features local Broadway performers singing songs they wouldn’t traditionally perform—flipping the script on classic show tunes and modern favorites. Expect bold interpretations, unforgettable vocals, and plenty of surprises in this joyful celebration of theatrical creativity—all in support of local arts. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, enjoy an afternoon of musical fun, and help support community theatre.
SOMA Stage is a nonprofit theater company based in the South Orange/Maplewood (SOMA) area. It provides a creative home for the many professional theater artists who live locally, while offering the community opportunities to enjoy and support the talents of their neighbors.
Monday, September 1,4:30–6pm Maplewood Memorial Park, 580 Valley St, Maplewood somastage.org
Sloth Social
SSlow down and meet one of Turtle Back Zoo’s most beloved animals at Sloth Social! This special Animal Encounter program for people ages 6 and above includes a conservation-focused presentation, a sloth sighting (in the classroom or zoo), and light refreshments with bagels and coffee. Learn about these gentle creatures and the work being done to protect them, all while enjoying a relaxed, educational morning.
August 16, 10am
Turtle Back Zoo
Berson Family Center 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange
Free Outdoor Film Screening: The Sandlot
FFamilies will love this free magical night under the stars as the Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center teams up with Montclair Film to present a free outdoor screening of the beloved classic The Sandlot. Sponsored by Autoland Toyota, this community event is part of Montclair Film’s popular “Movie Night Under the Stars” summer series. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic for a perfect summer evening with family and friends. No registration required—just show up and enjoy the show!
Thursday, July 31, 7pm Nishuane Park, 48 High Street, Montclair
METC Hosts Creative Summer Programming
TThis summer, the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts (METC) is the place to be for fun, hands-on experiences for all ages. The Education Annex will be buzzing with learning and imagination all summer long.
Workspace Activities – Wednesdays through August
• Caregiver + Child Session – Children ages 6 and under are invited to enjoy open-ended play with blocks, puzzles, beads, coloring, and more in this collaborative workspace. $10 per family; free for METC members. 10am–12pm
• Drop-Off Session – Kids ages 7-12 can explore coding robots, Legos, painting, the 3D printer, and more in this guided, independent session. $20/child; $10 for members. 2-4pm
Drop-Off Crafts – Children ages 7-12. Fridays, 2-4pm. $20/child; $10 for members.
• July 18: Food & Fun – Crafts and activities centered around everyone’s favorite topic: food!
• August 1: Blast into Space – Get ready for galactic creativity with out-of-this-world space-themed crafts.
• August 8: Animals – Create wild and wonderful animalthemed crafts to celebrate your inner explorer.
Adult Workspace – Ages 16- older. Thursdays, July 24 and August 14.
Drop in for a quiet, creative morning —knitting, beading, painting, or coloring while enjoying coffee and tea. Bring a project or try something new! $10/person; free for METC members.
METC Education Annex
23 Main Street, Madison
To register visit: metc.org/upcoming-events
FOCUS ON EDUCATION
TThe Maplewoodstock Music and Art Festival 2025 is back and better than ever! This beloved free community event features two full days of live music, art, food, and family fun.
Saturday’s lineup wraps with a high-energy set from Boston-based band Couch at 8:30pm, known for their infectious blend of expressive horns, warm vocals, and bubbling synths. Featured act The Big
Takeover hits the stage at 7:15pm with their soulful, reggae-infused sound inspired by Jamaican pop. Other performers include: Maplewood Glee Club, Becky Crosby, Ballistic Berry, Paper Money, Gina Royale, Laredo, Mother Hubbard, Sarah Hodd + The Drive, and Water Street.
Sunday’s headliner is the GRAMMY® Award-winning band Ozomatli, whose
powerful fusion of Latin, hip-hop, funk, and reggae reflects the vibrant diversity of their hometown, Los Angeles. Additional performances include: Cold Hill, Roe Knows Best, Cheer Up Dusty, The Penniless Loafers, The Hip Snacks, Essex Funk Collective, Norbert Leo Butz, Reina Williams + The Remedy, simmerr, and Annie Minogue Band.
Beyond the music, enjoy approximately 20 food vendors, 60 art vendors, and 20 KidZone vendors. A beer and wine garden will offer selections from top regional brewers and vintners. New this year: Maplewoodstock will debut a “20 Under 20” art exhibit, featuring the work of 20 talented local artists under the age of 20.
Saturday July 12 and Sunday, July 13 12-9pm Memorial Park Valley Street, Maplewood Maplewoodstock.com
The Los Angeles-based Ozomatli, which has won three Grammy awards, will headline on Sunday at Maplewoodstock. — Photo Courtesy of Maplewoodstock
Wonders of the Wild
CCalling all young nature lovers! Children ages 6–12 are invited to explore the natural world through fun, science-based activities during Wonders of the Wild. This session’s theme is Animal Tracks. Kids will enjoy hands-on projects and a possible outdoor adventure in the South Mountain Reservation, Reservoir, or Zoo (weather permitting). This is a drop-off, in-person program.
Saturday, July 12, 1-3pm Turtle Back Zoo, Berson Learning Center 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange https://www.turtlebackzoo.com
LOCAL BUZZ
Amazing Asia: Behind the Scenes
GGo behind the scenes at Turtle Back Zoo’s Amazing Asia exhibit for an exclusive 30-minute guided tour. People agers 6 and older are invited to come and learn about incredible animals, meet their keepers, and get a unique at how the zoo cares for its residents. Tickets include zoo admission and must be purchased in advance.
Thursdays, July 10, 24, and August 7, 21, 6pm Turtle Back Zoo Amphitheater – in front of Reptile House 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange https://www.turtlebackzoo.com
LOCAL BUZZ
Sophisticated Science Seminar
Dive deeper into wildlife, ecology, and conservation during Sophisticated Science Seminars—a hands-on program for curious teens and adults (ages 14+). Each in-person session explores a unique science theme and may include outdoor excursions to the South Mountain Reservation, Reservoir, or Turtle Back Zoo (weather permitting). Perfect for aspiring scientists, animal lovers, and anyone passionate about the natural world. Please dress for the weather and bring a reusable water bottle.
Sunday, July 13 – Forest Forensics
Sunday, August 3 – Zoo Conservation and Stewardship 1-3pm (Check-in begins at 12:50pm)
Turtle Back Zoo Berson Family Center 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange www.turtlebackzoo.com
LOCAL BUZZ
Night Moves at the Zoo
DDiscover what the animals do after dark during Night Moves—a special after-hours guided tour of Turtle Back Zoo for people ages 3 and above. Led by knowledgeable Docent volunteers, this one-hour walking tour explores nocturnal animal behavior, senses, and adaptations. It’s a perfect outing for families, animal lovers, and unique date nights.
• Saturdays, July 12, 26 – 8pm, 8:30pm, 9pm
• Thursday, August 7 and Friday, August 22 – 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm
• Friday, September 12 – 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm
Turtle Back Zoo
560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange www.turtlebackzoo.com
R Montclair Puzzle Competition Fundraiser
Ready to flex your puzzle skills for a good cause? Join the Montclair History Center for a fun-filled puzzle competition at Just Jake’s! Teams of 4 will race to recreate a historic Montclair postcard from our archives. It’s $50 per team, with awesome prizes for participants and a grand prize for the winning squad! Best part? The winning team gets to take their puzzle home as a souvenir. We’ll also be hosting a ‘puzzle swap’ this evening. Bring a puzzle, swap it out, and take a new one home. Don’t miss out on the fun – come puzzle for history with us!
The Montclair History Center, formerly the Montclair Historical Society, is an independent not-for-profit organization that was founded in 1965. Montclair History Center shares stories of Montclair’s diverse and complex history through research, education, and programs. They connect the past with who we are today.
Wednesday, July 16, 6-9pm
Just Jake’s
30 Park Street, Montclair
To register visit: tinyurl.com/MontclairPuzzleJuly162025
Photo courtesy of Linda Pordon Photography
Sounds of a Summer Night at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and summer vibes to Reeves-Reed Arboretum for the return of their beloved summer concert series, Sounds of a Summer Night. Enjoy live (rain or shine) performances under the stars in a beautiful garden setting. All performances celebrate music, community, and the joy of summer nights.
Wednesday, July 16: Sahara Moon –NJ-native singer-songwriter brings soulful jazz, folk, and blues to the garden.
Wednesday, July 30: Gerard & Diane Barros
Travel through the decades with nostalgic hits from the 40s to the 70s.
Wednesday, August 13: Simple Gifts
Enjoy folk music with 12+ instruments and a spoons workshop before the show!
Reeves-Reed Arboretum 6pm for picnicking; concerts begin at 7pm165 Hobart Avenue, Summit, NJ Free for members and children under 3. $15 for non-members, $5 for students (at the gate). reeves-reedarboretum.org
The Back Deck Returns!
EEntering its sixth year, the popular Back Deck concert series returns with a robust season of performances featuring big international names and regional superstars in jazz, classical, and genres in-between. Under the direction of producer Gregory Burrus, the 2025 season promises a dynamic variety of memorable concerts under the stars. Patrons are invited to bring chairs, set up picnics, and enjoy the sunset for this special program.
Since launching in July 2020, The Back Deck has presented over 72 performances of critically acclaimed artists, welcomed more than 11,000 patrons, and received critical praise from local and national media. The series has presented established artists and rising stars with several ensembles going on to receive national acclaim. Now an established part of the regional cultural landscape, the Museum’s elevated parking deck has become known for elegant tailgates and world-class music each summer.
The Morris Museum
6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown
For dates, lineup, and tickets visit: morrismuseum.org/outdoor-concerts-on-the-back-deck
Food Crawl & Historic Homes Tour of Montclair
CChow Town Food Tours and the Montclair History Center are teaming up for a one-dayonly summer experience combining the best of Montclair’s culinary scene with its rich architectural and cultural history. Enjoy tastings at three local favorites, a culturally inspired meal at the historic James Howe House (a featured site on the NJ Black Heritage Trail), and expert insights into legacy homes on North Mountain Avenue, Claremont Avenue, and Van Vleck Street. Learn the hidden stories of some of Montclair’s most storied homes and conclude the tour outside the beautifully blooming Van Vleck Gardens.
Wednesdays After
Hours: Family Movie Nights at Turtle Back Zoo
EEnjoy family-friendly movies under the stars at Turtle Back Zoo every Wednesday evening in July. The zoo offers extended hours so guests can explore before settling in for a fun film on the rooftop parking deck. Movies begin at dusk. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and get comfy for an unforgettable night. Zoo admission is required to view the movie.
The activities at this rain-or-shine event are ideal for people ages 21+. Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes, as there will be moderate walking along the route, which is roughly one mile long. $85 per person, includes all tastings and guided tours.
Friday, July 18, 1-4pm
The MC Hotel (meeting point) 690 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ Registration required: bit.ly/3ZzMRCC
Movie Schedule:
July 2 – Disney Nature Penguins
July 9 – Moana 2
July 16 – Paddington in Peru
July 23 – Mufasa
July 30 – Penguins of Madagascar
Movies Begin at Dusk, last admission at 7pm Turtle Back Zoo, Berson Education Center, Rooftop Parking Deck 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange For tickets visit: turtlebackzoo.com/events
Butterfly Themed Events
The Very Hungry Monarch Caterpillar
Saturday, July 12; 10:30am to 11:30am
Ages 3 to 5. Come dressed for a butterfly story walk around the trails to learn about a day in the life of the monarch. Includes a visit to the live butterfly tent. Meet at Garibaldi Hall. Advanced registration and minimum number of participants are required. Pre-registration required.
Butterfly Gardening Workshop
Saturday, July 26; 10:30-11:30am
For families. Learn about butterfly gardening in this handson workshop. We’ll create our own seed balls with native host and nectar plants to better support New Jersey butterflies in our own neighborhoods. Includes a visit to the live butterfly tent. Meet at Garibaldi Hall.
Essex County Environmental Center
621-B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland $15 per person. Pre-registration required in person, by email tbutler@parks.essexcountynj.org or call 973-228-8776.
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ATurn your pool into a resort-style retreat with these must-have enhancements
A POOL ISN’T JUST A PLACE TO COOL OFF—IT CAN BE THE CENTERPIECE OF A LUXURIOUS OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE. WITH THOUGHTFUL ADD-ONS, YOU CAN ENHANCE COMFORT, AESTHETICS, AND FUNCTIONALITY. HERE ARE FIVE SMART UPGRADES THAT ELEVATE ANY BACKYARD POOL FROM BASIC TO BEAUTIFUL.
In-Pool Seating: Relax Without Leaving the Water Forget flimsy floaties. Built-in features like tanning ledges, underwater benches, and bar stools let you unwind in comfort. A tanning ledge, or Baja shelf, is a shallow platform perfect for lounging with just a few inches of water. Add an umbrella sleeve and you have a shaded spa-like spot. Swim-up bars with submerged stools are also trending, offering a fun and social space without ever leaving the water.
Stylish Surrounds: Safer, Smarter Pool Decking What goes around your pool matters just as much as what’s in it. Upgrading to slip-resistant pavers, natural stone, or textured concrete not only improves safety but enhances the entire look of the backyard. These materials stay cooler underfoot and add visual interest with unique colors and patterns. Consider a border in a contrasting tone to define the pool area and add a custom feel.
Privacy with Purpose: Create a Serene Escape Whether you’re enjoying a morning swim or a late-night dip, privacy makes a big difference. Tall hedges, bamboo screens, or decorative privacy walls help create a secluded atmosphere while reducing noise and wind. You can also install vertical garden panels for a green wall effect that’s both functional and beautiful. For added ambiance, incorporate climbing vines or soft lighting into the structure.
Lighting That Glows: Swim After Sunset Well-placed lighting turns your pool into a stunning nighttime feature. LED pool lights in color-changing modes add fun and drama, while landscape uplighting around trees and water features enhances the overall mood. String lights or lantern-style fixtures along the pool’s edge or nearby patio create a cozy, festive vibe. For eco-conscious homeowners, solar-powered options are both efficient and easy to install.
Smart Tech: The Modern Pool Experience Today’s pool systems can be fully automated for ease and convenience. With smart pool controllers, you can manage temperature, pumps, lighting, and filtration all from your smartphone. Set schedules, activate features remotely, or monitor chemical levels from anywhere. Some systems even work with voice assistants like Alexa or Google Home, letting you control your pool hands-free.
Practical Ways to Freshen Up Your Indoor Spaces
Whether you’re preparing for a new season, entertaining guests, or simply craving a change, refreshing your indoor space doesn’t have to require a major renovation. With a few strategic updates, you can create a more vibrant, inviting environment that enhances your mood and comfort. Breathe new life into your home with a few simple ideas.
Introduce Indoor Plants—Indoor plants not only add visual appeal but also help purify the air. Choose low-maintenance varieties, such as snake plants, pothos, or peace lilies. Even one or two plants can soften hard lines and introduce organic texture.
Maximize Natural Light—Clean your windows and consider replacing heavy curtains with lighter fabrics. Mirrors placed opposite windows can amplify light,
making smaller spaces feel larger and more open.
Rearrange Your Furniture—Changing your room’s layout can create a better flow and function. Try “floating” furniture off the walls or repositioning chairs for more conversational arrangements. This simple refresh can dramatically alter the way a space feels.
Declutter and Simplify—Clearing clutter is one of the fastest ways to freshen up a room. Remove unnecessary items from shelves and surfaces, and store seasonal décor and unused accessories away. A clean, simplified space often feels more spacious and serene.
Add New Textiles—Switch out throw pillows, blankets, or area rugs for new colors or textures. Natural fibers like
cotton or linen work well in warmer months, while velvet or wool adds coziness in cooler seasons.
Update Wall Art and Décor—Rotate artwork or photography, add floating shelves, or install a new wall clock or mirror. Wall decals or removable wallpaper offer bold, non-permanent updates.
Paint an Accent Walls—Painting just one accent wall can add personality and redefine the room’s feel. Popular indoor refresh tones include soft greens, warm beiges, and calming blues.
Incorporate Mood Lighting—Layered lighting, using a mix of ambient, task, and accent lights, creates a warm and flexible environment. Consider dimmable bulbs, string lights, or LED strips to change a room’s atmosphere throughout the day.
A Garden with Staying Power Mulroe Landscaping on the Van Vleck Tour
BY JACKIE SCHATELL
OOne of the most talked about stops on this year’s 25th annual Van Vleck House & Gardens “Roses to Rock Gardens” tour was a 1.5-acre property perched high on Upper Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Once owned by NFL Hall of Famer and television personality Michael Strahan, the estate features panoramic views of the New York City skyline – a first in the tour’s history.
For more than 20 years, Joseph Mulroe of Mulroe Landscaping has been the silent architect and facilitator behind the home’s outdoor design team. Based in Verona and focused almost exclusively in Montclair, Mulroe is known for infrastructure-first work – specializing in patios, paths, and drainage systems that stand the test of time.
Originally brought in after major renovations at the property in the early 2000s, Mulroe handled the complex challenge of building into the steep ridgeline, installing hardscaping and
pathways to create usable, beautiful spaces. “Montclair’s terrain doesn’t forgive shortcuts,” Mulroe said. “Drainage is what lets everything else survive.”
The innovative landscape plan was initially designed by renowned art historian and Landscape Architect, Barbara Paca, OBE, Ph.D. and her partner LEED-certified architect, Philip Logan—and then Mulroe was thoughtfully brought onto the team to become the lead collaborator and executor of their joint vision. Mulroe most always remains the key player to a landscape project’s successful longevity over not just months or years, but oftentimes over decades. In this light, he has professionally and meticulously maintained this uniquely beautiful property for two decades since the project’s inception.
The landscape was designed with scale and vision – from the New Dawn rose-covered, 50-foot cedar pergola, adjoining slate roofed pavilion (all with bluestone patios beneath), both commanding expansive NYC skyline views… to the modern, four-car, lower-level garage attached to the historic, “Tudor Manor”-styled home, evoking a mix of English Cotswold countryside vibes and contemporary flair.
Notably this year, ahead of the garden tour, the current homeowner refreshed the diverse plantings with Mulroe’s skilled implementation, to add even more excitement to the expansive property for those lucky enough to have visited on this year’s “RTRG” 25th anniversary celebration. This marks at least the sixth “RTRG” tour property Mulroe has worked on over the years—a testament to both his deep roots in the community and the timeless quality of his landscape construction projects.
Transform the look of your home with a fresh coat of paint
BY SUE BALDANI, PHOTOS BY DAN EPSTEIN
WWHEN TONY DIGREZIA FOUNDED ELITE PAINTING & POWERWASHING IN 1997, IT WAS A ONE-MAN OPERATION. “I STARTED THIS BUSINESS WITH $300 AND BOUGHT SOME BUSINESS CARDS, ENVELOPES, AND SOME LETTERHEAD” HE SAYS.
Fast forward 29 years, Elite has a project manager, color consultant, and a team of skilled tradespeople offering a variety of services, including carpentry, wood repair, gutter installation and much more.
“Many of these services go hand in hand with painting, so we try to be a onestop shop. It just makes it easier for the customer.”
One of the things Tony enjoys about his long career is the ability to transform someone’s house or business, whether inside or out, quickly. “After we do the work, there’s a noticeable difference, and that’s super gratifying.”
Elite uses the finest paint from Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams, and the painters are all trained by Tony. “We have the same painters, some for almost 20 years,” he says. “We carefully hire and know who’s going to be in your house.”
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Every customer’s home is treated with respect. “We never take for granted that someone saved up enough money to have their home painted. We always try to give our clients more than their money’s worth.”
Elite takes on one job at a time to minimize disruption. “We’re not bouncing around from one project to another” says Tony. “We start one job and finish that one before we start another.” Danny, the project manager, maintains contact with customers throughout the entire process.
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We never take for granted that someone saved up enough money to have their home painted. We always try to give our clients more than their money’s worth.
When it comes to painting, it’s not all about walls and ceilings. Many people today are choosing to have their kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities painted too. “It’s a huge cost savings over having them replaced, and when we’re done, it will look like they came straight from the factory.”
The hardest part for most people is choosing a color. “This is why we have a professional color consultant, and it’s one of the things that separates us from other companies. Rebecca will come out and help customers pick out colors, and they love it. She always gets great reviews.”
Speaking of reviews, Elite has over 200 five-star reviews on Google and Yelp. They’re also the Gold Winners in Best of Essex as the Best Painter in Essex County.
Another factor that sets the business apart is its effective communication. “We answer the phone,” he says. “We book appointments, and we show up on time. We then get you an estimate within 24 hours.” That estimate includes everything from the paint and supplies to the color coordinator, so there are no surprises at the end.
Living in Roseland with his wife of 25 years and two children, Tony loves being an essential part of his community and the surrounding area. He enjoys working hard, not just in business, but in his personal life. “I’m very big on physical fitness and I enjoy cross fit and living a healthy lifestyle, a fun fact about me is I have a run streak where I’ve run every single day outside for almost six years.”
To make your home or business look its best, contact Tony for a free estimate. Whether there are a few rooms in a house, a commercial office, or a condo complex, he and his experienced crew can handle it all.
Tony Digrezia, winner of 2024 Best of Essex Gold Medal for Best Painter
Built-In Beauty
Smart Features That Elevate Your Patio or Deck
LLooking to take your outdoor living space to the next level? Built-in features are one of the most impactful upgrades you can make to a patio or deck. Not only do they enhance function and flow, but they also create a polished, custom look that adds value and curb appeal.
Built-in seating is a popular choice, offering extra spots for guests without the need for bulky furniture. Wraparound benches or L-shaped corner seats maximize space and can double as storage if designed with lift-up lids.
Planter boxes built into the deck or along patio borders add natural beauty and can soften hardscape edges. Choose seasonal blooms or even edible herbs for a decorative, functional twist.
For the entertainer, outdoor kitchens or grill stations built into stone or wood frames bring convenience and style. Include prep counters, sinks, and storage to make outdoor cooking seamless.
Fire pits or fireplaces set into patios offer year-round enjoyment and become natural gathering points on cool evenings. Other custom options include privacy walls, shade structures,
and LED lighting built into steps or rails—all enhancing safety and ambiance.
When planning built-in features, think long-term: use weatherresistant materials, ensure proper drainage, and consult a pro if needed. A well-designed built-in transforms your patio or deck into a truly personalized retreat.
Transform Your Backyard into a Party Venue for the Entire Family
AAre you hosting a party and looking for some exciting ideas? With a bit of planning, you can transform your ordinary backyard into a fun-filled venue. Here are three unique themes to consider.
A Water Park Who says you need a pool to cool off on hot days? Create your own backyard water park with attractions like a Slip ‘n’ Slide, sprinklers, inflatable water play pools, and water balloon games. Serve guests classic treats such as popsicles, funnel cakes, hot dogs, and other favorites typical of a water park. Make sure to have plenty of beach towels available and designate an area for those guests who prefer to stay dry.
A Movie Theater Host a film night under the stars by moving your home theater outside. Set up “stadium seating” by laying out blankets in the front, placing reclining chairs behind them, and adding regular lawn chairs at the back. Decorate your backyard according to the theme of the movie you’re screening and serve fresh popcorn. For the best viewing experience, consider using a high-quality projector that combines a laser and LED light source for optimal visuals.
Summer Camp Relive the summer camp experience with some friendly competitions. Assign your guests to teams and keep track of their scores. A prominent scoreboard displaying the current stats, accompanied by motivating music, will keep everyone engaged. Include classic games like tug-of-war and three-legged races, but don’t forget to incorporate some brain games as well, such as trivia. Conclude the day with an awards ceremony to celebrate the winners.
Evelate your backyard party by choosing a theme and going all out to create an unforgettable fiesta for your guests!
Nominate Your Favorites! 16
Best of Essex 2025 READERS’ CHOICE CONTEST
Join us as we kickoff our 16th Annual Best of Essex Contest. It’s a chance for our readers to support their local favorites and for the local businesses to get the recognition they deserve. As our readers vote for their favorite restaurants, stores, home services and wellness providers their votes also also support three local charities, Toni’s Kitchen, CASA for Children of Essex County and Rosemarie’s Rescue Ranch. It’s a win-win-win.
The new categories added for 2025 are marked in red. Let us know if there is a category you would like to see added to the contest. Past nominees are automatically part of this year’s contest. If you’re a new business and would like to participate in the contest, give us a call at 973-276-1688 or email info@BestofEsssex.com. We look forward to your participation. Contest runs July 1-October 15.
Best of Essex 2025 Categories
AUTOMOTIVE
Car Wash
BEAUTY
Brows and Lashes
Body Contouring/Sculpting
Day Spa
Hair Salons
Medi-Spa
Speciality Beauty Services
Skin Care/Facials
BOUTIQUE,
SHOPS, GIFTS
Art & Framing
Consignment Shop
Florist
Gift Shop
Jewelry
Specialty Store
Sporting Goods
Toy and Hobby
Women’s Fashion
DENTISTRY
/ ORAL HEALTH
Dentist -Group Practice
Dentist - Individual Practice
Orthodontist
Pediatric Dentist
FITNESS
Personalized Training
Pilates
Speciality Fitness Studio
Yoga Studio
HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Acupuncture
Chiropractor
EyeCare
Hearing Care
Massage
Optician
Physical Therapy
Podiatrist
Senior Care
Senior Living
Wellness Provider
HOUSE AND HOME
Architects
Clean Outs/Rubbish Removal
Door/Windows
Electricians
Heating/Cooling
Home Decor
Home Renovators/Contractors
Interior Design
Kitchen/Bath Remodelers
Landscape Design
Landscape Maintenance
Painters
Pest Control
Plumbers
Roofing/Siding
Specialized Home Services
KIDS AND FAMILY
Adult Dance Instruction
Adult Instruction/Classes
Children’s Dance Instruction
Children’s Party & Entertainment
Crafting/Art Studios
Gymnastics Instruction
Indoor Golf
Indoor Play Spaces
Music Instruction
Preschool/Daycare
Preschool/Daycare (Independent)
Private Schools (K-8)
Private Schools (9-12)
Theater/Film Classes
Tutoring/Learning Center
PERSONAL SERVICES
Memorial Services
Photographer
Travel Advisors/Agents
PETS
Pet Boarding
Pet Services
Pet Supplies
Veterinarian
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Accountants
Family Law
Realtors (Individual Offices)
Work Spaces
per business, per category, per valid email please.
RESTAURANTS & FOOD
Asian Cuisine
Bagels
Bakery
Bakery (Boutique)
Banquet Facility
Barbecue
Breakfast/Brunch
Burgers & Bites
BYO Restaurant
Candy/Chocolate
Caterers
Chinese Restaurant
Coffee/Tea Houses
Deli
Diner
Full Service Restaurant
Happy Hour
Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt
Italian Restaurant
Mediterranean
Mexican
New Restaurant
Other Ethnic Restaurant
Outdoor Dining
Pizza
Private Dining/Party Rooms
Seafood Selection
Speciality Food Market
Steaks
Wine & Spirits
NSuburban Essex
Best of Essex 2025
LOCAL BUSINESSES SUPPORTING LOCAL CAUSES
Now more than ever, it is important that we continue to to support our local businesses. The 16th Annual Best of Essex Contest highlights and celebrates these independent local businesses that support their local communities, local sports teams, and the arts.
You can make a difference! By voting for your favorite locally-owned independent businesses, you’re not just supporting them, but also helping one of three local causes. These causes, with their profound impact on the
community—from providing nutritious food to those in need, rescuing and rehoming animals, to advocating for foster children—are an Inspiration for us all to come together and make a positive change.
CASA OF ESSEX
CASA Essex, operating for nearly four decades, advocates for foster children by pairing dedicated volunteers with them. Led by Executive Director Marla Higginbotham, CASA ensures children in foster care receive personalized support and stability. Volunteers engage monthly with children and collaborate with educators, healthcare providers, and guardians to address all aspects of their well-being. Training and judicial appointment are required for volunteers, who play a crucial role in advocating for children’s best interests inside and outside the courtroom. CASA Essex serves 274 of the county’s 450 at-risk children and continually seeks volunteers and donations to sustain their mission.
Donations are also vital, helping support CASA’s mission and the children they serve. For more information, visit: casaessex.org
TONI’S KITCHEN
Toni’s Kitchen in St. Luke’s Church, Montclair, NJ, has a simple mission: to ensure everyone has access to nutritious food.
Toni’s Kitchen tackles suburban food insecurity by embedding nutritious food in community spaces. Led by Executive Director Anne Mernin, it addresses structural issues through partnerships with 60 organizations and initiatives like mobile markets and a food truck. With thousands of volunteers, it runs programs from after-school meals to home deliveries, ensuring all community members have access to healthy food year-round and emphasizing supporting families and seniors. To get involved or donate, visit: https://toniskitchen.org.
ROSEMARIE’S RESCUE RANCH
Founded in 2017 by Susan Janett and Rosemarie Cafiero, RRR specializes in rescuing dogs from kill shelters. The ranch offers a unique foster-to-adopt model where dogs are placed with pre-approved families for a two-week trial period, fostering a 98% adoption success rate. If not adopted, RRR ensures suitable placements and provides ongoing support. Supported by volunteers and a resale shop, RRR focuses on veterinary care and donations to sustain operations, having saved over 800 dogs since inception.
The Rosemarie’s Rescue Ranch Resale Shop on Bloomfield Avenue funds the rescue, with profits going directly to the animals. Monetary donations, volunteer time, and supplies are always needed. If you are interested in fostering or learning more, contact Susan through Facebook or email: SusanRescue@aol.com.
SUMMER2025CONCERTS
Grab a beach blanket or chair and head outside to listen to some of the greatest music of the area. Some venues offer food vendors and children’s activities.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 2
The Infernos
An acclaimed show band.
7:30pm followed by a Fireworks Spectacular Essex County Brookdale Park, Bloomfield/ Montclair
THURSDAY, JULY 3
The Kootz
Rock ‘n Roll with FIBER!
7pm
Memorial Park Gazebo, Main Street & Wilmore Road, Little Falls (Rain location: Civic Center, 19 Warren St.)
Essex County Grover Cleveland Park, Caldwell/Essex Fells
Ladies of the’80s
7pm
Village Green, 356 Broad Street, Summit
70’s Rock Parade
Rock hits of the 70’s.
7pm
Lurker Park, Ridgedale & Eagle Rock Avenues, East Hanover
What’s What Band
Rock band playing your ‘70’s, ‘80’s & ‘90’s favorites
7pm
Ginty Field Gazebo, 50 Woodland Avenue, Morristown
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30
Big Hix
Country music tribute band. 7pm
Essex County Cedar Grove Park, 1001 Fairview Avenue, Cedar Grove
Nine Deez Nite
Delivering an exciting flashback to 90s nostalgia 7pm
Memorial Park Gazebo, Robert Harp Drive, Livingston (Rain location: Livingston High School Auditorium)
Autumn Jones
Blending R&B, storytelling, and soul into original music.
7:30pm
Meadowland Park Floods Hill, 100 N. Ridgewood Road, South Orange
The Nines
All decades cover band. 7pm
The Grove, 200 Connell Drive, Berkeley Heights
THURSDAY, JULY 31
Workingman’s Jed
Grateful Dead Band Tribute 7pm
(Rain date: August 7) Taylor Park, Millburn
Radio 506
Performing music from the 60s to today, with a strong affinity for artists from the 70s and 80s. 7pm
Memorial Park Gazebo, Main Street & Wilmore Road, Little Falls (Rain location: Civic Center, 19 Warren St.)
The Motor City Revue
From popular hits to soul classics. 7:30pm
Crane Park Gazebo, Bloomfield Avenue & Clinton Road, Wet Caldwell
SUMMER2025CONCERTS
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1
Promised Land
Sounds of the Jersey Shore. 7:30pm
Essex County Brookdale Park, Bloomfield/Montclair
Kings Road Band
Pop/rock favorites with rich vocals and melodic instrumentation.
6pm
Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Street, Madison
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5
Element K
7pm Village Green, 356 Broad Street, Summit
Liftoff Brass
A Night of Pop 7pm
Essex County Independence Park, Newark
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6
Jersey Sound
Oldies, classic rock. Motown, R&B, and pop 7pm
Yanticaw Park, Centre St & Park Dr, Nutley
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
Treble Band
A fun party/dance band. 7pm
Memorial Park Gazebo, Main Street & Wilmore Road, Little Falls (Rain location: Civic Center, 19 Warren St.)
Arena Relive the Rock
The hottest arena rock experience. 7:30pm
Crane Park Gazebo, Bloomfield Avenue & Clinton Road, West Caldwell
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8
Captain Jack
Tribute to Billy Joel 7pm
Essex County Brookdale Park, Bloomfield/Montclair
Zaire
Classic rock hits with signature three-part harmonies. 6pm
Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Street, Madison
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9
Caribbean Festival
12-9pm (Rain date: Sunday, August 10)
Essex County Monte Irvin Orange Park, Orange
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12
Country Comfort
6pm
Ginty Field Gazebo, 50 Woodland Avenue, Morristown
Twilight Disciples
Pop and Rock cover band.
7pm
Village Green, 356 Broad Street, Summit
Eddie
Belton Band
7pm
Essex County Irvington Park in Irvington
THURSDAY, AUGUST 14
Reminisce
Premiere oldies show and dance band. 7pm
Memorial Park Gazebo, Main Street & Wilmore Road, Little Falls (Rain location: Civic Center, 19 Warren St.)
Suit & Mai Tai
A mixture of Yacht Rock and Rock n’ Roll favorites 7:30pm Harrison Complex, 19 Harrison Avenue, Roseland
FRIDAY, AUGUST 15
Theater Rocks
A Broadway Revue 7:30pm
Essex County Eagle Rock Reservation, West Orange
The Thorns
Cover band. 6pm 10 Kings Road, Madison
TUESDAY, AUGUST 19
Brian Kirk and the Jirks
Performing rock, soul, pop and disco hits. 7pm Village Green, 356 Broad Street, Summit
THURSDAY, AUGUST 21
4 Flight Rock
Rock and Roll from late 50’s-early 70’s
7pm
Memorial Park Gazebo, Main Street & Wilmore Road, Little Falls (Rain location: Civic Center, 19 Warren St.)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22
Rosewood
Genre-spanning favorites and hidden gems with a spirit of family fun.
6pm
Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Street, Madison
SATURDAY, AUGUST 23
Latino Festival
SUMMER2025CONCERTS
12-9pm (Rain date: Sunday, August 24) Essex County Monte Irvin Orange Park, Orange
THURSDAY, AUGUST 28
Five Wheel Drive
Rock. Party-Rock. Dance. 7pm
Memorial Park Gazebo, Main Street & Wilmore Road, Little Falls (Rain location: Civic Center, 19 Warren St.)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
Suit & Mai Tai
A yacht rock cover band. 7:30pm
Crane Park Gazebo, Bloomfield Avenue & Clinton Road, West Caldwell
FRIDAY, AUGUST 29
Waterstreet
Combining textured elements of jazz, soul and Indie/Americana/pop rock.
6pm 10 Kings Road, Madison
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
Part-Time Custodian
A 4 piece indie rock band. 6pm 10 Kings Road, Madison
Super Trans Am
Performing arena rock anthems and chart topping radio hits of the 1970’s. 7pm
Harrison Complex, 19 Harrison Avenue, Roseland
Concert schedule is subject to change. Check for updates and cancellations. Vicinity Media Group is not responsible for these changes.
JANICE BELOVE
The Wonder of Everyday Moments
STORY AND PORTRAIT BY DAN EPSTEIN
LLike so many visual artists, Montclair resident Janice Belove started young. Art lessons from elementary school through high school eventually led her to the Maryland Institute College of Art for a BFA and then to Queens College to get her Master of Fine Arts degree. After college a series of what she smiles when referred to as her “regular jobs” allowed her to paint while she lived in New York City. “If I was drawn to a theme,” she says, “it was illustration.”
1989 found her moving with her husband to Montclair and becoming an adjunct Art professor at both the County College of Morris, and Bergen Community College, subsequently accepting a full-time position at a local high school until she retired in 2022 to turn her full attentions to painting and conducting private painting classes in her own studio.
Fishmonger, an 18x24 oil on canvas painted in 2019 exemplifies the illustration approach to her work. A location in San Francisco’s Chinatown in which she confides that some details are invented in this her first attempt working from a photographic reference. “It was the sense of space, the depth from the fish in the foreground through the long narrow room to the window in the back that was interesting.” We love how a mundane moment becomes a festival of interesting details from the figures in the background, the random containers, and the fish waiting to be purchased.
A trip with her husband and sons during the pandemic in 2020 was the inspiration for Road Trip, an 18x24 oil on canvas. Another seemingly ordinary moment in which Belove captures our attention and we become riveted by the scene. How many of us have made one of those long drives while never really noticing how the car becomes full of stuff. The artist has given us a detail rich environment in which we can almost get lost in the elements: luggage, beverage containers, a paperback jammed behind a seat, even a partial view of the backseat occupants. Humorously, she has included a partial view of herself, making the sketch on her iPad that would become a blueprint for the painting.
Belove’s affection for the ordinary moments is nowhere more in view than in Nightime On Abrams Pond, which is a newer work painted entirely on an iPad. She was inspired by David Hockney, and we see his influence both in the technique and style. Another detail rich image; this one of her husband playing the guitar during the evening while at a summer rental. And again, we see her sense of humor including her iPad on the table in the foreground.
Visit her website to see more work. You’ll be captivated by her ability to make ordinary moments nothing short of fascinating.
www. JaniceBelove.com
Nightime On Abrams Pond Road Trip
Fishmonger
Mindful Movement
The Mental and Physical Benefits of Low-Impact
Workouts
AFitness doesn’t have to mean high-intensity sweat sessions or pushing your body to the limit. Low-impact workouts— like yoga, Pilates, barre, Tai Chi and walking—offer powerful benefits for both your physical health and mental well-being, often with less strain on the body.
Unlike high-impact activities that stress the joints, low-impact exercises are gentler on the knees, hips, and spine. They improve mobility, balance, and core strength while reducing the risk of injury. These types of movement are ideal for all ages and fitness levels, especially those recovering from injuries or just starting a fitness routine.
Mentally, mindful movement helps relieve stress and promote emotional balance. Gentle stretching, deep breathing, and intentional movement calm the nervous system and increase body awareness. Even a brisk walk in nature can elevate mood, improve focus, and lower anxiety.
These workouts also encourage consistency. Because they’re sustainable and enjoyable, people are more likely to stick with them long-term—turning movement into a daily wellness ritual instead of a chore.
A Smile Opens a Door
Whether you’re looking to tone, strengthen, de-stress, or simply reconnect with your body, low-impact workouts offer a holistic path to wellness that supports both mind and body.
Yoga – Boosts flexibility, balance, and inner calm. Pilates –Strengthens the core and improves posture. Barre – Tones muscles using ballet-inspired movements. Walking – Improves cardiovascular health and mental clarity. Tai Chi – Promotes relaxation and coordination through flowing motions.
Glow from Within The Link Between Nutrition and Radiant Skin
WWhen it comes to healthy, glowing skin, what you put on your plate is just as important as what you apply to your face. Nutrition plays a powerful role in maintaining a clear, hydrated, and youthful complexion—and small dietary shifts can lead to noticeable improvements.
Antioxidants like vitamin C (found in citrus fruits, berries, and bell peppers) help protect skin from environmental damage and support collagen production. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in salmon, flaxseeds, and walnuts, help reduce inflammation and keep the skin barrier strong and supple. Meanwhile, vitamin E (from almonds, sunflower seeds, and spinach) works alongside vitamin C to neutralize free radicals.
Hydration is also key. Drinking plenty of water helps flush toxins from the body and keeps skin plump. Herbal teas and water-rich foods like cucumbers and watermelon also contribute.
Limiting sugar, processed foods, and dairy can also prevent breakouts and dullness.
Skin-Loving Foods to Add to Your Plate
• Blueberries – Rich in antioxidants that protect from premature aging
• Avocados – Packed with healthy fats that keep skin soft and supple
• Sweet Potatoes – High in betacarotene for a healthy glow
• Green Tea – Contains polyphenols that soothe inflammation
• Red Bell Peppers – Vitamin C superstars for collagen support Our Centers Offer:
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Inflammatory foods often trigger hormonal imbalances and oxidative stress, which can show up on your skin.
Ultimately, skincare starts from the inside. A diet rich in whole, colorful foods doesn’t just nourish your body— it creates a lasting, natural glow you can’t fake with makeup.
MAGNESIUM: The Essential Mineral Your Body Needs
MMagnesium is a vital mineral that plays a crucial role in keeping our bodies functioning—yet many people don’t get enough. Found in every cell, magnesium is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions, making it essential for nearly everyone, regardless of age or lifestyle.
One of its most important roles is supporting muscle and nerve function. It helps regulate muscle contractions, including the heartbeat, and supports a calm nervous system. For those
experiencing stress, anxiety, or sleep disturbances, magnesium’s calming effect promotes relaxation and better rest.
Magnesium is also crucial for maintaining bone health. While calcium often receives the spotlight, magnesium helps the body absorb and utilize calcium effectively. It plays a role in maintaining steady blood sugar levels and regulating blood pressure—two factors crucial for cardiovascular health.
Athletes and active individuals benefit from magnesium’s ability to support energy production and prevent muscle cramps. Older adults may find it helpful for managing joint stiffness and improving sleep quality. Even children and teens need adequate magnesium to support
growth and focus. You can find magnesium in leafy greens, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and legumes. However, due to soil depletion and processed diets, supplementation is sometimes necessary.
Ensuring you get enough magnesium can significantly enhance your health. From improving sleep and mood to strengthening your heart and bones, magnesium’s versatility in supporting various health aspects is empowering. It’s a small mineral with a significant impact—benefiting just about everyone.
Types of Magnesium Supplements
Magnesium Glycinate – Gentle on the stomach, often used for anxiety, stress relief, and better sleep.
Magnesium Citrate – Commonly used for constipation and digestive regularity.
Magnesium Oxide – Contains a high amount of elemental magnesium but may not absorb as well; often used for short-term relief of digestive issues.
Magnesium Malate – May help with fatigue and muscle pain; often used by those with fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome.
Magnesium Threonate – Crosses the blood-brain barrier and may support memory and cognitive function.
Whenever starting a new supplement, you should consult your physician.
THE SLEEP DOCTOR IS IN!
Dr. Tran can help manage sleep apnea symptoms. She has an advanced degree in sleep medicine, a degree that is held by less that 1% of dentists. She provides in home sleep tests before and during treatment.
Sleep apnea treatments are for more than just snoring. They scientifically help sufferers to sleep better, have better health, and live longer.
Ditch the CPAP, and use a custom-fitted small appliance instead!
Raising Awareness for Juvenile Arthritis
July marks Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding and support for children living with juvenile arthritis (JA). While arthritis is often associated with older adults, nearly 300,000 children in the United States are affected by some form of JA, making it one of the most common chronic childhood diseases.
Juvenile arthritis isn’t a single disease—it’s an umbrella term for several autoimmune and inflammatory conditions that can affect children under the age of 16. The most common type, juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), causes joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and fatigue. In severe cases, JA can also impact the eyes, skin, and internal organs.
Living with juvenile arthritis can pose physical and emotional challenges. Children may experience limitations in mobility, miss school due to flare-ups or doctor visits, and cope with chronic pain from a young age. However, with early diagnosis and proper treatment—including medications, physical therapy, and sometimes lifestyle changes—many children are able to lead active, fulfilling lives.
This month, advocacy groups like the Arthritis Foundation are highlighting the stories of young warriors, funding research, and encouraging communities to show their
support. You can help by learning more about the disease, donating to pediatric arthritis research, or simply wearing blue to show you care.
Raising awareness helps reduce stigma, improves access to treatment, and brings hope to families navigating life with JA.
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When you need relief from joint pain, you want nothing less than the highest level of orthopedic care. At RWJBarnabas Health, you’ll find board-certified surgeons using the latest treatments and technology, including robot-assisted joint replacement and other minimally invasive procedures, with physical therapy right on site. Visit rwjbh.org/ortho to learn more.
FROM DESPAIR TO HOPE
Conquering Peripheral Neuropathy with Rose Gold Wellness
“It’s as though l’m stepping from razor blade to razor blade.”
“It feels like my feet are under attack by fire ants.”
“Like I’m walking on wet paint with rolled up socks.”
And you’re in this kind of pain all the time.
“It’s relentless, keeping you up at night and preventing you from doing even the most mundane tasks. Things that I used to take for granted, like wearing shoes and going grocery shopping. Two of my three children were getting married last year and I wasn’t even sure I was going to be able to attend their weddings,” shares Rose W.
Rose was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy in 2015, a degenerative condition affecting almost 5% of people over the age of 55.
“My doctor sat me down and said, ‘Rose, I’m so sorry to tell you this, but you have peripheral neuropathy. I’m going to prescribe you gabapentin to manage the discomfort but overall, neuropathy is untreatable. My first thought was, ‘we can cure cancer but you can’t stop my feet from hurting?’ It felt like a cruel joke.”
While neuropathy can be caused by a number of things including diabetes and chemotherapy, over 23% of neuropathy cases are classified as idiopathic. In layman’s terms, the cause is unknown. This was the case with Rose. “Basically every question I had was met with an ‘I don’t know. It was depressing to say the least.”
Eventually, Rose was forced to quit her job because the numbness had started to set in and prevented her from driving. Fortunately, she went to a talk Rose Gold Wellness gave on what they were doing to treat peripheral neuropathy.
“I thought it had to be a sham. After so many specialists told me there was no hope here was this Doctor on TV saying she had a 90% success rate in treating neuropathy! I just had to call and I can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am that I did.”
Dr. Rosie Strelnick, DACM, founder of Rose Gold Wellness, says that cases like Rose’s are incredibly common. “Almost all of my neuropathy patients have been told at one point or another that there is no hope. I like to think I specialize in offering hope.”
To quote the New York Times, “Chinese medicine proves itself where Western medicine fails.”
“Acupuncture has been treating complicated, chronic conditions like neuropathy for thousands of years,” shares Dr. Rosie.
“I start with a foundation based on this time-tested science and my two decades of clinical experience. I then tailor treatments based on a number of factors including the severity of your neuropathy, how long you’ve had it, whether or not there are any underlying factors, things of that nature. It’s because of these personalized treatment programs that we’re seeing such incredible results!”
Four months after treatment, Rose is back bat work and thriving. “Being back at work isn’t even the most exciting part,” exclaims Rose. “Not only was l able to attend my son’s wedding, but I could walk down the aisle! It was the most magical moment and I have Dr. Rosie to thank for it. To think, I might’ve missed that.” Rose held back tears.
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy, regardless of its cause, it’s time to call Dr. Rosie and the staff at Rose Gold Wellness. Call (862) 622-6289 to schedule your very own comprehensive consultation and visit rosegoldwellness.com to take advantage of their new new patient offer, a $40 consult (normally $240).
It is recommended that you call in advance as reservations may be required.
Sabor De Mi Tierra 640-644 Bloomfield Ave, Verona 862-621-5200 www.sabordemitierraverona.com
WEST CALDWELL
P.F. Seafood Restaurant
1090 Bloomfield Avenue, West Caldwell 973-277-1007 www.pfseafoodrestaurant.com
Mandara’s Ristorante and Pizzeria 40 Clinton Road, West Caldwell 973-226-3250 www.mandararistorante.com
WEST ORANGE
Chit Chat Diner 410 Eagle Rock Ave, West Orange 973-736-1989 www.chitchatdiner.com
The Highlawn Eagle Rock Reservation, 1 Crest Drive, West Orange 973-731-3463 | www.highlawn.com
MamaDags 410 St. Cloud Ave, West Orange 862-233-7557 | www.MamaDags.com
Orange Sky Coffee Roasters 6 Main Street, West Orange | 551-258-4156 orangesky.coffee
Primavera 500 Pleasant Valley Way | West Orange 973-669-0966 www.primaverawestorange.com
The Best of Essex RESOURCE DIRECTORY
Acupuncture.
Acupuncture is a complementary medicine that helps a myriad of ailments. Dr. Margaret Amireh, DACM, L.Ac is an accredited and board certified Acupuncturist with experience treating over 250 conditions. Some insurance accepted. For additional information, please call them at 973-304-1506
Balanced Body Acupuncture
792 Pompton Ave, Cedar Grove | 973-304-1506 www.balancedbodyacupuncture.com
Art & Framing.
Mona Lisa Framing offers creative design expertise, 100% conservation, hand-crafted mouldings, delivery & installation, and on-site consultation. Specializing in: preservation framing of oil and acrylic paintings, works of art on paper, needle arts, fabrics, posters, diplomas, photography and more; Shadow box and object framing; repair of framed artwork; custom mirrors; music/sports memorabilia design; and more!
Famously known for their all natural, only 4 ingredient bread, Calandra’s Bakery has been serving delicious, high-quality baked goods since 1962. All of their bread is handcrafted the old-fashion way, and NEVER made with any preservatives. Savor hot bread every hour on the hour at all three of their retail locations in Newark, Fairfield, and Caldwell. You can also find their bread in your local supermarket!
Calandra’s Bakery www.calandrasbakery.com
All-natural sourdough loaves
Airy focaccia and buns
Flaky babka, rugelach and croissant
Seasonal sandwiches and salads
Proudly serving Counter Culture Coffee we liv breads
Liv Breads Bakery
184 Essex Street, Millburn | The Mall at Short Hills 32 Nathaniel Place, Englewood www.livbreads.com | eat@livbreads.com
Barre Class.
A boutique fitness studio that provides the most effective barre workout. The signature method uses your own body weight, the ballet barre and a few props to create a transformative workout that results in long, lean sculpted muscles.
Jayce Baudry French Pastry specializes in producing artisanal gourmet desserts. The French pâtisserie creates a wide range of sweets & elegant desserts with a twist, including wedding cakes, croquembouches, macaron towers and custom celebration cakes.
Jayce Baudry French Pastry
17 Church Street, Montclair | 973-531-6464 www.jaycebaudry.com
Chiropractor.
The Chiropractic Source, founded by Drs. Marco Ferrucci and Tim Lyons specializes in Chiropractic BioPhysics (CBP) and Softwave Therapy. CBP is a leading spinal corrective care that includes postural corrective adjustments, exercises and traction. SoftWave Therapy helps identify and decrease inflammation, improves blood flow and promotes stem cell healing for joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons. This combination of care, allows them to be your source for the best in health and regeneration. Contact their office to learn more about how their care may help you!
The Chiropractic Source
388 Pompton Ave, Cedar Grove | 973-228-0500 www.thechiropracticsource.com
Mecca Integrated Medical provides a comprehensive, state-of-the-art, multi-disciplinary diagnostic treatment approach to patients suffering from low back and neck pain, as well as other ailments, in a relaxing, spa-like atmosphere. They combine traditional medical and chiropractic care with physical therapy and aesthetic medicine in order to educate and guide individuals away from sickness and disease toward optimal health and a sense of well-being.
Mecca Integrated Medical
333 Route 46 West, Building A, Suite 135, Fairfield | 973-943-4300 www.meccamedical.com
Day Care/PreSchool.
Kiddie Academy believes your child’s days should be filled with learning and fun. Life Essentials is Kiddie Academy’s overarching philosophy that includes a variety of programs and techniques. They focus on developmentally appropriate curriculum, health and fitness, character education, and technology education. Ages served range from Infant to Full day Kindergarten. We also have a FUN summer program which goes until age 10.
Kiddie Academy
810 Passaic Avenue, West Caldwell | 973-227-4382 www.kiddieacademy.com
Eye Care.
Upper Montclair Eye Care and Wear is your one-stop shop for the best eye care and and the finest selection of eyewear. They provide high quality, comprehensive, personalized and affordable vision care, as well as emergency eye care. You can also receive contact lens fittings. Now also specializing in the first and only FDA approved Light Therapy Treatment for dry eye which also adds Aesthetic benefits!
USA Twisters is a small, female-owned business specializing in recreational gymnastics classes, competitive USAG gymnastics teams, private lessons for gymnasts, dancers, and cheerleaders of all levels, day camps, birthday parties, and several other events. We strive to create a space where children of all ages and abilities can feel safe, happy, and confident while expanding their athletic and social skills with the help of friendly, knowledgeable staff.
USA Twisters
911 Bloomfield Avenue, West Caldwell | 862-702-3052 usatwisterz.com
Hair Salon.
At David Chad Beauty Salon, they continually push the beauty envelope to bring clients the upmost best in style, design and overall customer service. The salon’s location at the Grover House has an ambiance that is dubbed an ‘architectural masterpiece.’
A free-standing hair salon and wellness facility whose mission is to create a balance of beauty and wellness in a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. Dieci has proudly been a part of the Livingston Community taking on a leadership role in its offering of innovative and superior services, community outreach and philanthropic efforts.
Dieci Lifestyle Spa
90 W. Mt. Pleasant Avenue, Livingston 973-716-0101 | www.diecispa.com
Hearing Center.
Kubick and Kubick Hearing Aid Center & Opticians office is a third-generation family owned business located in the center of Millburn, NJ. We remain a leading provider of hearing aid products and services for over 75 years.
With 20+ years of expertise, we’re committed to helping you realize your dreams. Our priority is delivering top-notch work, professionally, and affordably, ensuring customer satisfaction. We specialize in Residential & Commercial Renovations, Custom Patios, Custom Decks, Bathroom Renovations, and Custom Finished Basements. New service: Dumpster rentals & cleanouts.
With 60 years in the home improvement industry, their experienced staff is committed to ensuring customer have the knowledge needed to make the best decisions for their home renovation projects. RWC has developed partnerships with the nation’s leading suppliers of home improvement products. Life-sized samples of every offered product can be seen in their 20,000 sq. foot state-of-the-art showroom.
Multiple award-winning provider of high-quality heating and air conditioning equipment—with sales, installations, repairs and maintenance service for residential and commercial customers. They take pride in delivering superior customer service and were voted Best HVAC contractor in Essex County nine years in a row. They also sell, install and provide maintenance service on home standby generators and air purification systems. NJ
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Bloomfield Cooling & Heating
127 Paterson Avenue, Little Falls | 973-237-0505 www.BloomfieldCooling.com
Interior Design.
For nearly 25 years, Richard Bailey Interiors, LLC has provided discriminating clients with custom residential interiors designed to deliver lasting elegance and true livability. Installed in residences throughout the New York tri-state region and beyond, the full-service firm’s one-of-kind designs interpret each client’s unique vision with a sophisticated design aesthetic, attention to detail and exceptional quality.
Richard Bailey Interiors, LLC
973-429-2106 | www.richardbaileyinteriors.com
Jewelry.
Walter Bauman is a full-service, fine jewelry store with expert jewelers and watchmakers available for all your jewelry-repair needs.
Walter Bauman
653 Eagle Rock Avenue, West Orange 973-731-3155 | www.walterbauman.com
Kitchen & Bath Remodeling.
Update. Upgrade. Uplift. Do these all sound like things your kitchen needs? At Kitchen Tune-Up, our team works with you to achieve your dream kitchen. What colors and styles do you like? What features and functions do you want? Together, we can create a space you love.
For over 25 years, Showcase Kitchen & Bath has been known for not only their stunning kitchens and bathrooms but for their ability to seamlessly perform all facets of home remodeling. The creative designs and quality craftsmanship are the reason why they are New Jersey’s Premier Remodeler and have been voted Best of Essex 13 years in a row. NJ Lic#13VH00056300 EPA Lead Safe Certificate #Nat-23584-1
Showcase Kitchen & Bath
438 Broad Street Bloomfield | 973-743-8722 www.showcasekitchen.com
Landscaping.
K. Macken Landscaping offers complete landscaping, lawn maintenance, and construction by a fully insured company with a knowledgeable and experienced staff. Plus, their locally owned and operated company always gives the most competitive prices.
K. Macken Landscaping
West Caldwell | 973-261-0198 www.kmackenlandscaping.com
Lawyer.
The attorneys at Cipriano Law Offices, PC work as a team to carefully examine the circumstance of your individual case. They are qualified family law mediators and trained in collaborative law, in addition to having a vast amount of litigation experience, including: high net worth divorce, equitable distribution, alimony, child support, custody, adoptions, prenuptial agreements, domestic violence matters, Division of Child Protection and Permanency.
Cipriano Law Offices, PC
175 Fairfield Avenue, Suite 4C/D, West Caldwell | 973-403-8600 www.CiprianoLaw.com
Medi-Spa.
Specializing in injections (Botox, Dysport, Fillers), Coolsculpting, PRP Procedures, Body Contouring, Microblading, Microneedling, Vaginal Rejuvenation and other Spa services,all to help clients “Look and Feel your Best.”
Montclair Rejuvenation Center
One Mt. Prospect Ave., Verona | 862 284 3747 761 Bloomfield Ave., West Caldwell | 973 650-3204 11917 Southern Blvd, Ste. 200, Royal Palm Beach, FL | 561-878-1282 www.montclairrejuvenationcenter.com
The Spa at Mecca understands how important it is to look and feel your best. They offer medical spa services to enhance your appearance and target the cosmetic issues that plague you. The skin and body treatments are designed to produce results that will leave you feeling satisfied, renewed, and refreshed. The highly trained staff fully embraces The Spa at Mecca’s mission to reveal each patient’s inner beauty and recognize that each client’s needs and goals differ, and customize the their treatment plan accordingly.
The Spa at Mecca
333 Route 46 West, Building A, Suite 135, Fairfield | 973-775-9380 www.meccaspa.com
Optician.
B & Z Opticians has served the community for over 65 years. They strive for excellence in all that they do— from edging the highest in lens technology to selecting the finest frames for each individual’s face.
B & Z Opticians
(Block & Zuckerman)
371 East Northfield Road, Livingston 973-736-7647 | www.BZOpticians.com
Orthodontist.
We love treating children and adults of all ages! Our office specializes in braces and Invisalign to help improve your smile and your dental health in a comfortable and convenient setting. Start your journey towards the smile you’ve always dreamed of! Specializing in braces and Invisalign for children and adults. We love creating beautiful and lasting smiles!
Livingston Family Orthodontics
201 S. Livingston Avenue, Suite 2B, Livingston | 973-758-8926 www.LivingstonFamilyOrthodontics.com
Dr. Eric Sacks believes that Livingston families really can have it all—the most advanced orthodontic treatment options, a truly state-of-the-art, all-digital facility, and personalized care and attention from board-certified orthodontic specialists.
Sacks Orthodontics
41 N. Livingston Avenue, Livingston | 973-251-2265 www.SacksOrtho.com
Pest and Lawn Care.
A local favorite since 1978. Licensed and insured professionals providing environmentally conscious alternatives to control pests in and around the home, as well as fungus, diseases and pests impacting lawn, trees and shrubs.
Dial Environmental
119 Harrison Avenue, Roseland | 973-228-2500 www.DialEnvironmental.com
Pet Day Care/Boarding.
Founded in 2000 by former NYPD and Nassau County Police canine handler Michael S. Gould, Hounds Town USA offers an affordable and refreshingly straightforward approach to pet care with no hidden fees or extra charges for add-on services!
With over 18 years of experience, this family-owned business they are committed to creating a stress-free experience for every dog. They offer full grooming and bath-and-brush services, with a special focus on first-time puppy grooming and express grooming for senior dogs. One of the unique features they have is their play area, where dogs can socialize or enjoy some quiet time. They offer services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, ensuring accessibility for a diverse clientele.
Offering many different treatment programs and methods and working with patients to help them improve their quality of life and mobility so they can get back to doing what they love.
Iron Physical Therapy is an outpatient clinic dedicated to improving your life through movement. If you feel stuck in the pain cycle or tired of feeling like this, we offer a warm and inviting place where you can heal and become stronger than you ever thought possible in body, mind and spirit!
JAG Physical Therapy is New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania‘s leader in physical and occupational therapy for the recovery of knee, foot, ankle, hip, shoulder, elbow, hand, wrist, and back injuries. Their multi-specialty staff has been serving the Tri-State area for over 20 years and has developed a unique, care-first model of rehabilitation delivering high quality clinical outcome for their patients.
JAG Physical Therapy
Convenient Locations throughout New Jersey, New York & Pennsylvania West Orange: 973-669-0078 | Fairfield: 862-702-3420 | jagpt.com
Plastic Surgeon.
Scott A. Spiro, MD, FACS is a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic surgery of the breast, body contouring, facial aesthetic surgery, face and body fat grafting, non-surgical facial rejuvenation by Botox and cosmetic fillers, non-surgical fat reduction by Coolsculpting, and breast cancer reconstruction.
Spiro Plastic Surgery, LLC
Scott A. Spiro, MD, FACS
101 Old Short Hills Road, Suite 510, West Orange | 973-736-5907 www.drspiro.com
Pre-School (Independent).
Park Street Academy provides an outstanding academic program in a warm and nurturing environment. A fixture in Montclair since 1996, PSA serves students from 2 ½ to 6 years of age. Their full day curriculum has a balanced focus on academics, including STEM, as well as the arts, with special attention paid to social and emotional learning. Park Street Academy offers private tours so you can observe the school in action!
Park Street Academy
46 Park St, Montclair | 973-783-1900 | www.parkstreetacademy.com
Private School.
Lacordaire Academy an independent Catholic day school in Upper Montclair, NJ. The Academy is devoted to high standards of character, citizenship, and scholarship. Through a challenging curriculum, extensive extracurricular, advanced placement and elective offerings, and supportive faculty, Lacordaire prepares each student to grow into the person that they are called to be.
Mount St. Dominic Academy is an independent, 4-year private Catholic college preparatory school for girls offering a curriculum that includes leadership and life skills, college prep and career-readiness, explorations of faith and service, 17 AP offerings, 13 varsity teams, and an award-winning performing arts department, and more.
Our Lady of the Lake is a two-time National Blue Ribbon School of Academic Excellence where children Pre-K though Grade 8 go for leading academics and lasting connections. The school strives to achieve a balance of scholastic, social, personal, artistic and physical programs and activities.
Our Lady of the Lake 32 Lakeside Avenue, Verona | 973-239-1160 www.myoll.org
Winston Preparatory School is a leading school for students grades 3-12 with learning differences such s ADHD, dyslexia, and nonverbal learning disorder (NVLD).
Winston Prep’s learning model is based o an in-depht understanding of each student which results in grouping by learning profile and precisely designed programming.
Under the guidance of broker/owner John Sass and broker/ sales associate Lynn De Luccia, more than 60 real estate associates work with buyers and sellers at CENTURY 21 Cedarcrest Realty. The brokerage is a CENTURY 21 Certified Commercial Specialist and its Fine Homes & Estates division markets distinctive properties throughout northern New Jersey. The agency has won multiple awards for superior service and production and its agents are among some of the region’s top producers.
Century 21 Cedarcrest Realty
460 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell | 44 Main Street, Little Falls 973-228-1050 | www.Century21Cedarcrest.com
Restaurant.
At Gyro World, they offer an unforgettable combination of authentic Greek cuisine, warm Greek hospitality, inviting atmosphere, friendly service, and affordable prices, with an emphasis on freshness and simplicity.
Master Pizza sprouted in Livingston in 1990 as a familyowned and operated business. Pizza lovers lined up for for fast service, fresh ingredients and delicious pizza! As the love for pizza grew, so did they. Now there are four convenient locations throughout northern New Jersey, keeping the tradition alive. Over 30 years later, They still keep the promise of being fast, fresh, and delicious!
Master Pizza
379 E. Northfield Rd., Livingston | 973-992-4500 41 Freeman St., West Orange | 973-669-6777 www.MasterPizzaOnline.com
Roofing.
Celebrating 20 years in business, American Roofing and Siding is a “full-service” roofing company handling everything from a new roof installation, roof maintenance and restoration to re-roofs and repairs. Each job is completed with the assurance that can solely come from years of experience. Every homeowner is treated with a personal touch, which comes from our staff.
American Roofing and Siding
1-3 St. Mary’s Place Belleville | 973 542-0710 americanroofingandsiding.com
Veterinarian.
A precise and caring pet center that provides animals with the best service they need, using updated technology by skilled doctors and technicians.
Verona Animal Hospital
17 Grove Avenue, Verona 973-239-1881 www.vahmah.com
No Time Like The Present
BY BARRY FARBER
TThere’s no better feeling than finishing something important— not just on time, but ahead of time—when the moment is right. That kind of proactive effort doesn’t just make a difference; it defines excellence.
I recently had my roof replaced, and the experience reminded me how powerful it is when someone shows up not just to do a job, but to own it. Beyond materials and measurements, this story is about service, integrity, and the pride of doing things the right way. It all starts with the man behind the work: Nene Silva, founder of Sunnyside Home Improvement.
Barry Farber: Tell me a little about your background.
Nene Silva: I was born in Brazil and came to the U.S. in 1969 with my parents and three brothers. I was 11 when we settled in Irvington, New Jersey. My parents worked incredibly hard to build a better life for us. They taught us the value of hard work and the importance of seizing opportunity.
In 1982, I partnered with a friend to start a roofing business. In the early days, I worked 14-hour shifts, often seven days a week. But I loved it. There’s real satisfaction in building something that lasts—and in knowing the customer is genuinely happy.
We always go the extra mile: custom aluminum flashing, hand-fabricated drip edges, additional venting to keep homes cooler in the summer. I train my team to treat every roof like it’s their own. After 43 years, we’ve never had a single insurance claim. That says everything about our attention to detail.
I’m grateful for this country. My brothers and I built strong lives here. My parents’ sacrifice—leaving their families behind in Brazil—gave us, and now our children, a chance to thrive. I think they’d be proud.
Barry Farber: President John F. Kennedy once said, “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” It’s a great reminder to act before a crisis. How does that quote relate to your work?
Silva: That quote says it perfectly. In roofing, you don’t wait for the storm—you prepare in advance. The same goes for every part of life: your health, your finances, your home. Stay ahead of problems before they grow.
That’s why we look beyond the surface. We check for things like moisture buildup, poor ventilation, heat retention—all the small issues that can turn into major damage. Doing the job right the first time saves time, money, and stress. But it’s also about showing up, caring, and giving your best—whether anyone’s watching or not.
Barry Farber: What’s your definition of success?
Nene Silva: Success is simple—it’s family, loving what you do, and being financially secure.
A quick side note: On the first two days the crew was working on my home, I brought them lunch and made sure they had cold water throughout the day. It’s a small gesture, but it matters. Nene smiled and said, “You wouldn’t believe it, but some people don’t even offer you a drink of water.”
That comment stuck with me. Because at the heart of this story isn’t just shingles and flashing—it’s about respect, legacy, and the quiet strength of someone who brings care and commitment to every single day.
There truly is no time like the present—to prepare, to take action, and to do things the right way.
BARRY FARBER is a best-selling author, an award-winning radio and television host as well as an agent and marketing consultant for corporations, professional athletes, and entertainers. He’s also the creator and marketer of the FoldzFlat® Pens. His latest release is an inspirational children’s book, “In search of the magic tree,” available at www.barryfarber.com. Tune into his new TV Show, Diamond Minds, now on Brinx.tv and follow him @barryfarberofficial.
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Barry Farber poses (fifth from the right) with Nene Silva (third from the right) and his team.
“National Park and Recreation Month is the perfect opportunity to highlight the beauty of our open spaces, the importance of recreation facilities and the positive impact they have on our wellness and quality of life. The area overlooking the Orange Reservoir provides a beautiful and unique spot to host a diverse lineup of activities to exercise, entertain and inspire you. We invite the public to celebrate with us and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events”
“National Park and Recreation Month is the perfect opportunity to highlight the beauty of our open spaces, the importance of recreation facilities and the positive impact they have on our wellness and quality of life. The area overlooking the Orange Reservoir provides a beautiful and unique spot to host a diverse lineup of activities to exercise, entertain and inspire you. We invite the public to celebrate with us and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events”
“National Park and Recreation Month is the perfect opportunity to highlight the beauty of our open spaces, the importance of recreation facilities and the positive impact they have on our wellness and quality of life. The area overlooking the Orange Reservoir provides a beautiful and unique spot to host a diverse lineup of activities to exercise, entertain and inspire you. We invite the public to celebrate with us and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events”
perfect opportunity to highlight the recreation facilities and the positive quality of life. The area overlooking the unique spot to host a diverse lineup of you. We invite the public to celebrate upcoming events”
perfect opportunity to highlight the recreation facilities and the positive quality of life. The area overlooking the unique spot to host a diverse lineup of you. We invite the public to celebrate upcoming events”
perfect opportunity to highlight the of recreation facilities and the positive quality of life. The area overlooking the unique spot to host a diverse lineup of you. We invite the public to celebrate our upcoming events”
“National Park and Recreation Month is the perfect opportunity to highlight the beauty of our open spaces, the importance of recreation facilities and the positive impact they have on our wellness and quality of life. The area overlooking the Orange Reservoir provides a beautiful and unique spot to host a diverse lineup of activities to exercise, entertain and inspire you. We invite the public to celebrate with us and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events”
“National Park and Recreation Month is the perfect opportunity to highlight the beauty of our open spaces, the importance of recreation facilities and the positive impact they have on our wellness and quality of life. The area overlooking the Orange Reservoir provides a beautiful and unique spot to host a diverse lineup of activities to exercise, entertain and inspire you. We invite the public to celebrate with us and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events”
“National Park and Recreation Month is the perfect opportunity to highlight the beauty of our open spaces, the importance of recreation facilities and the positive impact they have on our wellness and quality of life. The area overlooking the Orange Reservoir provides a beautiful and unique spot to host a diverse lineup of activities to exercise, entertain and inspire you. We invite the public to celebrate with us and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events”
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.
“National Park and Recreation Month is the perfect opportunity to highlight the beauty of our open spaces, the importance of recreation facilities and the positive impact they have on our wellness and quality of life. The area overlooking the Orange Reservoir provides a beautiful and unique spot to host a diverse lineup of activities to exercise, entertain and inspire you. We invite the public to celebrate with us and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events”
“National Park and Recreation Month is the perfect opportunity to highlight the beauty of our open spaces, the importance of recreation facilities and the positive impact they have on our wellness and quality of life. The area overlooking the Orange Reservoir provides a beautiful and unique spot to host a diverse lineup of activities to exercise, entertain and inspire you. We invite the public to celebrate with us and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events”
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.
“National Park and Recreation Month is the perfect opportunity to highlight the beauty of our open spaces, the importance of recreation facilities and the positive impact they have on our wellness and quality of life. The area overlooking the Orange Reservoir provides a beautiful and unique spot to host a diverse lineup of activities to exercise, entertain and inspire you. We invite the public to celebrate with us and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events”
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.
Essex County Executive County Commissioners
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Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive and the Board of County Commissioners Invite You to
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive and the Board of County Commissioners Invite You to
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive and the Board of County Commissioners Invite You to
Free Events!
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive and the Board of County Commissioners Invite You to
Free Events!
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive and the Board of County Commissioners Invite You to
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive and the Board of County Commissioners Invite You to
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive and the Board of County Commissioners Invite You to
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive and the Board of County Commissioners Invite You to
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive and the Board of County Commissioners Invite You to
Waterfront 2025
the Waterfront 2025
the Waterfront 2025
Free Events!
Free Events!
Wellness on the Waterfront 2025
Wellness on the Waterfront 2025
Wellness on the Waterfront 2025
Wellness on the Waterfront 2025
Wellness on the Waterfront 2025
Wellness on the Waterfront 2025
Wellness on the Waterfront 2025
Wellness on the Waterfront 2025
Wellness on the Waterfront 2025
Mountain Recreation Complex
Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Mountain Recreation Complex Cherry Lane
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex Clipper Pavilion, Cherry
Cherry Lane
Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
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Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Recreation Month with free weekly activities
Recreation Month with free weekly activities
Essex County celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
South Mountain Recreation Complex
South Mountain Recreation Complex
Recreation Month with free weekly activities South Mountain Recreation Complex Essex County Executive County Commissioners to
Essex County celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Mondays Yoga: July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 6:30pm
Mondays Yoga: July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 6:30pm
Mondays Yoga: July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 6:30pm
6:30pm mat. 22, 29 at 7pm music. The schedule is as follows:
6:30pm mat. 29 at 7pm music. The schedule is as follows:
Mondays Yoga: July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 6:30pm
Mondays Yoga: July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 6:30pm
Mondays Yoga: July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 6:30pm
Mondays Yoga: July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 6:30pm
Mondays Yoga: July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 6:30pm
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat.
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat.
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat.
Mondays Yoga: July 7, 14, 21, 28 at 6:30pm
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat.
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat.
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat.
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat.
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat.
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat.
Tuesdays Jammin’ in July: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7pm
Tuesdays Jammin’ in July: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7pm
29 at 7pm
Tuesdays Jammin’ in July: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7pm
Tuesdays Jammin’ in July: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7pm
Tuesdays Jammin’ in July: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7pm
Tuesdays Jammin’ in July: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7pm
Tuesdays Jammin’ in July: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7pm
Tuesdays Jammin’ in July: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7pm
Tuesdays Jammin’ in July: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7pm
Elevate your Waterfront experience with music. The schedule is as follows:
Elevate your Waterfront experience with music. The schedule is as follows:
The schedule is as follows:
Elevate your Waterfront experience with music. The schedule is as follows:
Elevate your Waterfront experience with music. The schedule is as follows:
Elevate your Waterfront experience with music. The schedule is as follows:
Elevate your Waterfront experience with music. The schedule is as follows:
July 1: Maplewood Community Band
July 1: Maplewood Community Band
Elevate your Waterfront experience with music. The schedule is as follows:
Elevate your Waterfront experience with music. The schedule is as follows:
July 1: Maplewood Community Band
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
Elevate your Waterfront experience with music. The schedule is as follows:
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 1: Maplewood Community Band
July 1: Maplewood Community Band
July 1: Maplewood Community Band
July 8: West Orange Community Band
July 1: Maplewood Community Band
July 1: Maplewood Community Band
July 8: West Orange Community Band
July 8: West Orange Community Band
July 1: Maplewood Community Band
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 15 : Chatham Community Band
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 8: West Orange Community Band
July 8: West Orange Community Band
July 8: West Orange Community Band
July 8: West Orange Community Band
July 15 : Chatham Community Band
July 8: West Orange Community Band
July 8: West Orange Community Band
July 15 : Chatham Community Band
July 15 : Chatham Community Band
July 15 : Chatham Community Band
July 15 : Chatham Community Band
July 15 : Chatham Community Band
July 15 : Chatham Community Band
July 15 : Chatham Community Band
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 22: Peter & the Master Keys
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
July 29: Sterling Sample; Island Music Steel Drums
Thursdays Full Body Work-Out: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
Thursdays Full Body Work-Out: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
Thursdays Full Body Work-Out: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
24, 31 at 6:30pm
17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
Thursdays Full Body Work-Out: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
Thursdays Full Body Work-Out: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
Thursdays Full Body Work-Out: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
Join us and get in shape!
Join us and get in shape!
Thursdays Full Body Work-Out: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
Thursdays Full Body Work-Out: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
Join us and get in shape!
Join us and get in shape!
Join us and get in shape!
Join us and get in shape!
Join us and get in shape!
Thursdays Full Body Work-Out: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 6:30pm
Join us and get in shape!
Join us and get in shape!
Wednesday and Thursday Nights in July
Wednesday and Thursday Nights in July
Wednesday and Thursday Nights in July
Thursday Nights in July
Thursday Nights in July
Thursday Nights in July
Wednesday and Thursday Nights in July
Wednesday and Thursday Nights in July
Wednesday and Thursday Nights in July
Wednesday and Thursday Nights in July
Wednesday and Thursday Nights in July
Wednesday and Thursday Nights in July
Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. turtlebackzoo.com
County Turtle Back Zoo. Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. turtlebackzoo.com
County Turtle Back Zoo. Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. turtlebackzoo.com
Essex County Executive County Commissioners to | Putting Essex County First Free Events!
Family Fun Nights at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The Zoo has extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. Last admission 7pm. turtlebackzoo.com
Family Fun Nights at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The Zoo has extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. Last admission 7pm. turtlebackzoo.com
Family Fun Nights at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The Zoo has extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. Last admission 7pm. turtlebackzoo.com
Family Fun Nights at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The Zoo has extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. Last admission 7pm. turtlebackzoo.com
Family Fun Nights at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The Zoo has extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. Last admission 7pm. turtlebackzoo.com
Family Fun Nights at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The Zoo has extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. Last admission 7pm. turtlebackzoo.com
Family Fun Nights at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The Zoo has extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. Last admission 7pm. turtlebackzoo.com
Family Fun Nights at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The Zoo has extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. Last admission 7pm. turtlebackzoo.com
Family Fun Nights at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The Zoo has extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays to 8pm. Last admission 7pm. turtlebackzoo.com
