Madison honors Captain Joseph Cirella

Madison is mourning the loss of Captain Joseph Cirella of the Madison Police Department.  Captain Cirella lost his battle with cancer on December 22nd at the age of 47, leaving a large void within the community. Captain Cirella’s funeral will take place on Wednesday, December 30th.  A procession in his honor will proceed westward on Main Street from […]

First Night Morris County

If you are looking for a way to ring in the New Year with the entire family, First Night Morris County has an extraordinary evening planned for you. This annual New Year’s event has taken place for the last 23 years in Morristown, NJ.  It is an alcohol-free celebration of the arts separated throughout 20 venues […]

Easy Peasy Marmalade Meatballs

  These oh-so-simple meatballs are a huge hit at our annual Holiday party.  They were devoured last year, in fact once the meatballs were gone I caught a few of our guests pouring the leftover sauce over crackers. FYI, catalina dressing cannot be found in all grocery stores, however, Shop Rite in Chatham Township carries it.  I purchased […]

Paper Mill Playhouse – A Christmas Story

Most of us have seen the 1983 movie “A Christmas Story” more times than we can count, but the musical version that originated on Broadway and is currently playing at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn through January 3, truly is a family must-see this holiday season.  My husband and I saw it this past […]

Tips local Chatham gift picks

Okay, so the pressure is on and we have less than two weeks before Christmas arrives. You say your list doesn’t seem to be getting any shorter? There always seems to be so much to do in so little time.  Well, here’s a Tips idea to help you with one of your tasks this season. […]

Embrace the spirit of giving in your community

I recently became aware of two local organizations that I thought, in the spirit of the giving season, were important to share.  Each one benefits our neighbors and friends in either Chatham and Madison. The Madison Eagle Christmas Fund began more than 40 years ago when a Madison family opened their hearts by sharing holiday gifts […]

Madison Holiday Gift Checks Available

Madison Holiday Gift Checks are once again being offered during the 2015 holiday season. I’ve purchased these gift checks before and think they are a great idea.  Not only is it convenient for me, but it also allows my gift recipient to use the certificate at one of their favorite local businesses for something that […]

Deal: Touch Screen Winter Gloves

      Is there someone on your gift list who you think would benefit from a pair of these winter gloves?  I’ll bet you do. Glider Gloves are touchscreen friendly allowing your hands to stay warm while using your iPhone, Android or Smartphone.  They are available for adults and children.  Price for a pair of adult […]

Holiday Children’s Shows

Children’s Shows will take place on select Saturdays or Sundays at 10:00am. All tickets are only $12.75 for any seat in the house. Tickets may be purchased by calling 973-376-4343, at the Paper Mill Box Office, or online The 2015 fall season of Children’s Shows is listed below. A CHRISTMAS CAROL Sunday, December 13 at 10AM. […]

Deal: Unisex LED Winter Beanie

This is a worth a try but the deal is almost over. So hurry and check it out now.