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Heather Zachariah

Former Art Director for Home Magazine, Heather Leahy Zachariah, left her career in publishing after baby number number one. She now works from home as a freelance graphic designer and a chauffeur to her 3 busy kids. "Working on TipsFromTown has been a wonderful outlet for me. It renewed my love of publishing where I can design colorful, enticing pages online and allows me to share the things I love about being a mom." Heather grew up in Shaker Heights, Ohio, a place that still is near and dear to her. " After living in Brooklyn for 18 years and studying Graphic Design at Pratt Institute, she now lives in the Jersey burbs. "I love living so close to NYC, but in my heart, I'm an Ohio girl."

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November 7, 2021

Curried Vegan Eggplant with Fresh Ginger & Cilantro

Also Read: Why Your Should Eat More Eggplant I love sharing my dear friend, Dr. Reshma Shah’s recipes. She truly has a gift for putting simnple ingredients together to create amazing flavors in vegan dishes. As our family strives to eat less meat in 2020, I find myself cojming back to her website for inspiration and advice. […]

November 3, 2021

Giving Back: Summit Santa Claus Shop!

The Santa Claus Shop will open its doors once again to area families, providing its 55th consecutive year of complimentary holiday shopping. The shop serves more than 400 low-income families and senior citizens from Summit and other local communities, including New Providence and Berkeley Heights, who are referred by local social services agents. This year’s Santa […]

November 2, 2021

Gluten-Free, Black Bean Brownie Balls

Here’s another healthy, gluten-free treat from my friend, Reshma Shah, MD. Her black bean brownie balls are a simple, delicious snack you’ll be glad you have on hand. Reshma suggests adding a touch of spice (cinnamon or cayenne for a kick!) and garnish with your favorite additions. I used ground coconut and hemp seeds; you could try nuts […]

November 1, 2021

RHS Swim Team is Selling Pies for Thanksgiving!

The RHS Swim Team is proud to be selling delicious, fresh baked 10” pies from Country Gardens. Use them on Thanksgiving or freeze them for up to four months. Order forms are due Friday, November 12. Form is below. Swimmers will contact you to deliver pies to your home on Monday, November 22 or Tuesday, November 23, 2021. You can […]

November 1, 2021

Kelly Creegan Coat Drive

Don’t Miss the GW Holiday Boutique 20+ Festive Holiday Cocktails Our Favorite Holiday Sweets! (Skinny) Magic Layer Bar

November 1, 2021

Where to Recycle Holiday Lights

It’s that time of year! I take out my holiday lights, ready to string them around my Christmas tree only to discover numerous strandas that are beyond repair. But don’t just toss them! String lights can be recycled. Christmas lights are made from copper, glass, and plastic all which can be either recycled or reclaimed in some way. They are also dangerous to animals […]

November 1, 2021

Get Tickets for the GW Holiday Boutique!

Wednesday, Dec 1st • 11:00AM to 4:30PM Get your shopping done a little earlier this year–and maybe pick up something little for yourself (I did last year!) at the Annual GW Holiday Boutique on Wednesday, Dec 1st from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM in the GW gym. Your shopping will not only support GW but it will also support […]

November 1, 2021

Where to Holiday Shop This Weekend!

Oak Knoll’s 28th Annual Royal Boutique is LIVE & IN-PERSON for 2021! November 11 – 13, 2021 Here’s a chance to get ahead of your holiday shopping and find everything you need for everyone on your list! Shop Oak Knoll’s Annual Royal Boutique. If you’ve never been, you’re in for a treat. You can expect to find exclusive collection […]