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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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Chocolate Scones & Summer Tea…for Kids Only!

Wednesday, July 13, 4:00 pm—5:30 pm Looking for something fun for the kids to do in the afternoon? How about giving them the experience of afternoon tea, a ritual that adults have been partaking in for centuries. For this program, Reeves-Reed Arboretum has invited special guest Richard Wright, owner of the ‘The Secret Tea Room’.  Richard will guide the kids through […]

Summit is Lighting Up for…Illumination Night!

Friday, June 24th Bring a friend (& your camera) for Summit’s Illumination Night as we celebrate our community and the launch of our 20th anniversary season with a festive evening of art, video, music, and a one-night-only “happening” on the Village Green! This event is free and open to all ages. 7:00-8:00 pm – Guided Art […]

Coming Soon: Dine Out During Restaurant Week!

July 21 – July 31, 2022 Save the date for a week of prix fixe menus and specials at your favorite Summit restaurants for Summit’s Restaurant Week! Visit Summit Downtown’s Facebook and Instagram pages during Restaurant Week for a chance to win a Summit Gift Card in their Name That Dish Challenge! They will show you the ingredients for a dish on the […]

Live Music, Art, Food Trucks & More at Music & Arts Festival!

Sunday, June 26, 2022 Looking for something fun to do with the whole family? Check out this family-friendly event featuring NJ Symphony, picnics, art, food trucks & more! Morris Arts’ Giralda Music & Arts Festival is June 26th, 2022 at Giralda Farms in Madison, NJ. Enjoy the beauty of a performance by the New Jersey Symphony while […]

Now Showing: Enchanted April

Ends Monday, June 27 2022 The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents Enchanted April. Travel with the characters in this bittersweet, funny, and transformative journey from the gloom of post-WWI London to the wisteria-laden, seaside cliffs of sunny Italy. The 1991 screen version of the novel was a huge hit with audiences around the globe, and […]

Coffee & Tea in the Garden

Friday, June 24 • 10:30am to 12:00pm Bring a friend and settle down to a leisurely cup of freshly-brewed coffee or tea while overlooking the beautiful, blooming gardens at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Guests can choose from two fine quality roasted coffee beans, which will be ground and brewed in a French Press right at your table, or choose a […]

9 Reasons Parents Love this New Pre-K Program in Summit!

Oak Knoll’s Little Acorns Pre-K Engages Students in High-Interest, Center-Based Learning Still shopping for a Pre-K program for the fall? In case you haven’t heard, there’s a new Pre-K program in Summit, NJ–and it does have a few spots left. The Little Acorns Pre-K program at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child just finished its second year. Here are 7 reasons that Tips’ parents […]

A Snowy Rosé Granita

For National Rosé Day, we’re trying this this snowy version of rosé that we saw in Sunset Magazine: A Snowy Rosé Granita. It promises to be crisp, fruity and refreshing!  Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar 1 bottle (750 ml) rosé wine 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Directions In a small saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water and the […]

Calling All Foodies for the Food Truck Fest!

SUNDAY, JUNE 12  •  11AM – 7PM Gourmet food trucks are rolling into Paramus this weekend for the Paramus Food Truck Festival. Indulge in tasty bites and grab a beer, sangria, vodka lemonade, daiquiris or margarita to wash it all down while you listen to live music and shop a wide selection of vendors. And don’t miss […]

What’s Happening in Westwood? Crafts in the Park

Sunday, June 12 •   10:00am to 4:00pm Spend the day outdoors in our picturesque park indulging in tasty treats and perusing the goods at Crafts in the Park on Sunday, June 12. You’re bound to find something special among the 120 arts & crafts exhibitors that will be showing their talents. Enjoy funn festival foods like homemade pickles […]