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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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What’s Happening Around Town? Summit Street Sounds

Downtown Summit will be alive with music Thursday and Friday evenings in June! Grab some take-out at one of our restaurants (outdoor dining coming soon), listen to some great live music, and stroll to see all that is open! THURSDAY JUNE 25  •  5 – 8pm Itchy Ankle Boys Promenade (Next to MONDO, 426 Springfield […]

Sign Up for Virtual Summer Adventures

July 6, 2020 to August 7, 2020 Looking for something to keep the kids busy at home? Sign them up for virtual day camp! Oak Knoll School is offering camp for children in grades from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.. Smilar to their traditional camp where camper where they’ll have fun, learn new skills, discover new passions and engage […]

What’s Happening Around Town?

Here’s what’s happening in and around Ridgewood. Have an event to share? Email us: info@tipsfromtown.com Through the end of August Family Movie Night at the Drive-In Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd. (201) 666-0472 Starting June 22 Need a Good Read? Get Curbside Pick-Up at the Library! June 25  •  10am – 2pm Got Stuff? Bring it […]

Need a Good Read? Get Curbside Pick-up at the Library

If, like me, you’ve gone through books a little faster than usual, you’ll be happy to here that curbside book pick-up has started at the Ridgewood Public Library. Simply go to www.bccls.org or call (210) 670-5600 and dial ext 112 to place your order. The library will let you know when your order is ready. […]

Cool Off with a Raspberry Sorbet Champagne Float

We love this cocktail from The Cookie Rookie.  It’s the perfect combination of a cocktail and dessert. INGREDIENTS 2-3 scoops raspberry sorbet 1 cup pink champagne fresh raspberries for garnish Directions Place scoops of sorbet in large wine glass. Pour champagne over the sorbet. Top with raspberries. Serve with a spoon or wait til it gets melty and drink it up! […]

15+ of Our Favorite, Mouth-Watering Burgers

Beyond your average burger, any one of these burger recipes will have your mouth –and your guests’ mouths watering.  1. Juicy Gooey Nacho 2. Thai Pork Burger 3. Grilled Pork with Aioli 4. Gaby’s Southwestern Beyond Burger 5. Open-Face Turkey with Gruyere 6. Spicy Sriracha 7. Paprika Lamb Burger with Almonds 8. German Pork Burger 9. Grilled Herb with Goat Cheese Burger […]

Family Movie Night at the Drive-In

June 8 Thru August 29, 2020 Miss seeing movies? Demarest Farms will offer good old-fashioned drive-in movies for families throughout the summer. Concession stand opens one hour prior to movie start time and closes at 9pm. Tickets are sold online and selling out quickly. For more information and to get your tickets here, click here.   Also […]

Virtual Summer Sports Camp

Looking for something to keep the kids busy and active while they’re home this summer? Sign them up for an one-hour a day of Oak Knoll’s Virtual Sports Skills and Drills Camp. All staff running Summer Adventures Goes Viral are returning staff who are certified teachers with experience providing remote learning programs. This experience will enhance the ability to keep campers’ attention […]

Summer Camp Goes Virtual!

July 6, 2020 to August 7, 2020 Looking for something to keep the kids busy at home? Sign them up for virtual day camp! Oak Knoll School is offering camp for children in grades from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.. Smilar to their traditional camp where camper where they’ll have fun, learn new skills, discover new […]

Sugar High: DIY Cute Cupcakes!

Whether it’s for a small get-together or you just want to celebrate a nice afternoon, there is always a reason to make cupcakes. Make them memorable with this inspiration. Chocolate-Dipped Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes The kids will love these” ice cream cones” that won’t melt made with yellow cake mix in muffin tins from Taste of […]