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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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Shop Early for the Holidays and Support our RHS Football Team!

Start shopping early for the holidays and support our RHS Football Team! For more info, contact email cochanley@gmail.com Find More Ridgewear here 25+ Fun Family Games Support RHS Band and Order Your Poinsettia and Amaryllis Plants 20+ of our Favorite Festive Cocktails 15+ (Easy) Thanksgiving Appetizers Thanksgiving Prep: 15 Things You Can Do Ahead of Time The […]

Shopping for the Holidays: Ridgewood Wear

You can get lots of your shopping for the holidays done early with a little virtual shopping on the Ridgewood Cheerleading website. They have everything from Ridegwood masks and hats to tees, cozy blankets and fuzzy sherpas. Orders are delivered every 1-2 weeks. Go to RidgewoodCheer to browse and order. Here are a few of […]

2020 RHS Girls Lax Candle Order Form

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RHS Girls’ LAX Holiday Candle Sale

Also Read: 25+ Fun Family Games Support the RHS Girls Lax Team and fill your home with lovely aromas this holiday season by purchasing candles from A Cheerful Giver. Candles $20 each and will be available in a 16 ounce jar with 2 scents: Holly Tree (red candle): a blend of holly, berries, cinnamon, clove and vanilla –or– Juicy […]

Get Unplugged: 25+ Games to Play

Also Read: 30+ Ideas for Your Elf on the Shelf This winter, get unplugged! Drop the devices and try one of these fun family games on a chilly weekend night. Also see our ADULTS ONLY games  • • • • • • • • • THE CLASSICS • • • • • • • • • Let’s start with the classics: […]

Thanksgiving Prep: 15 Things You Can Do Ahead of Time

Every year, I make a list of what I can get done in the days before Thanksgiving. If you wrote out notes to yourself like we suggested last year, pull that out and add to it. If not, try making notes as you go this year. You’ll thank yourself later! Also check out Our Complete Thanksgiving Dinner Menu: from Cocktails to Dessert  • […]

Spicy Chipotle-Mashed Sweet Potatoes

SATISFY THE SPICY PALETTE This potato recipe satisfies the palette of our Indian family members who, unlike my Irish side, prefer things spicy! Because we have so many sides, I find that this is enough for about 12 adults and 8 kids. Remember, if everyone takes a little scoop of everything, their plates will be […]

Kelly Creegan 10th Annual Coat Drive

The Kelly Creegan 10th Annual Coat Drive will be held Saturday, November 28 in Graydon parking lot from 9-12pm. You can also drop coats off prior to the drive at the Grassos, 136 Circle Avenue, Ridgewood. Our Favorite Cocktails for Fall 25+ Fun Family Games 50+ Thanksgiving Recipes You’ll LOVE 20+ of Our Staff’s Favorite Soup Recipes Miracle Eye […]

15+ Delectable Thanksgiving Appetizers

Also check out Our Favorite Festive Cocktails. Prepare the Perfect Cheese Plate Baked Brie & Artichoke Dip or try this Skinny Version of Artichoke Dip Bacon-Wrapped Dates Apple Baked Brie on Toasted Bread Loaded Cheese Bites Lemon-Herb Salmon Toasts Simple Crudite with Dip Hot Carmelized Onion, Bacon & Cheese Dip Sweet and cheesy Cranberry Brie Bites Prosciutto-Wrapped Harts […]

Where to Get a Historic Map of Your House in Ridgewood!

I just received this gorgeous archival map of my house in Ridgewood from The Ridgewood Historic Society’s latest fundraiser. It’s a really lovely gift idea for family or friends. My map, above, shows the location of my home and gives a fun, whimsically written fact: “This Tudor Revival, with asymmetrical gables and a dominant stone chimney, was built in 1928. It was first home to Mr. and Mrs. Eskridge, […]