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GLORY DAYS Bathing suits, bugs and BBQs are some things that come to mind when you think about summer. But I’m sure you’ll agree it also invites us to “get out”—not only outdoors, to enjoy the warm weather and long days, but also out of our comfort zones to try something new. For example, what about kayaking (see page 17) or running instead of exercising indoors (see page 53), or perhaps camping under the stars? For me, growing up in the Midwest, summer meant camping. Every weekend my family and I would head to the lake—just as we all head to the Shore in New Jersey. It was like living off the grid! No cars, phones, electricity, running water or any of the other comforts we take for granted—absolutely liberating! So in the spirit of summer and that irreverent, youthful impulse we all feel in different ways, we’ve devoted this issue to many of the wonderful things about this season in our state—like renowned Jersey tomatoes (page 54) that are ripe for the pickin’. You’ll find the perfect beach bag (page 22), seaworthy baubles (page 24), chic poolside and patio furniture (page 28), and much more! In our feature article on alfresco dining (page 56), New Jersey caterer extraordinaire Laurence Craig invites us to his Califon farm for a garden-fresh party—here you’ll find lots of decorating ideas and, best of all, exclusive recipes so you can host your own soiree before the summer breezes by. Enjoy!

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Meet the experts we consult with to bring you the Most current inforMation available. Allergy & AsthmA frank J. picone, M.D. founder of two river allergy and asthma group, tinton falls, and chief of the allergy/ immunology Division at riverview Medical center, red bank BAriAtric surgery karl stroM, M.D. Director of Mountainside hospital bariatric program in Montclair and Director of bariatric surgery at Montclair surgical associates Be Aut y shari frieDMan Medical esthetician at the peer group, florham park Bre Ast surgery Dana holwitt, M.D., f.a.c.s. breast surgeon at Montclair breast center cArdiology robert D. slaMa, M.D., f.a.c.c. chief of cardiology at summit Medical group chiropr Actic cAre Michael kirk, D.c. founder, performance health & chiropractic, Moorestown dentistry Jay schuster, D.D.s. founder of Metro Dental associates, Morristown dermAtology alexanDer Doctoroff, D.o. president of the new Jersey Dermatological society and founder of Metropolitan Dermatology, teaneck Fitnes s spain, c.p.t., c.e.s. personal fitness trainer at the active center for health & wellness, hackensack geriAtric s l. Monica chavez, D.o. internist at holy name Medical center, teaneck integr Ative & complementAry medicine Julie taw, M.D. Medical Director of the center for integrative healing at englewood hospital and Medical center internAl medicine kenneth M. granet, M.D., f.a.c.p. section chief, Division of internal Medicine at Monmouth Medical center in long branch, and clinical assistant professor of Medicine at Drexel university school of Medicine in philadelphia neurology John J. halperin, M.D. Medical Director of the atlantic neuroscience institute, summit, and chair of the Department of neurosciences at overlook Medical center in summit nutrition heiDi skolnik, M.s., c.D.n., f.a.c.s.M. president of nutrition conditioning, fort lee oBstetrics/gynecology & Women’s heAlth Matthew iaMMatteo, M.D. founder of Madison avenue ob/gyn, Morristown; cinDy parnes, M.D., f.a.c.o.g., Director of women’s health, nJ women’s wellness center at Montvale health associates occupAtionAl therApy karen z. kowalski, M.p.h., o.t.r. academic fieldwork coordinator/instructor of the proposed occupational therapy assistant program, Department of psychiatric rehabilitation and counseling professions, university of Medicine and Dentistry of new Jersey, newark oncology DonalD Mccain, M.D., ph.D., f.a.c.s. vice chairman and chief, gastrointestinal oncology, and chief, surgical oncology, cutaneous Malignancy program, John theurer cancer center at hackensack university Medical center ophthAlmology richarD a. norDen, M.D., f.a.c.s founder of norden laser eye associates, ridgewood op tometry Michael veliky, o.D. Director of omni center eye services, west orange orthopedic s Mark a. hartzbanD, M.D., Medical Director and founder of hartzband center for hip & knee replacement, paramus, and Director of the Joint replacement service at hackensack university Medical center; paul kovatis, M.D., Director of the Department of the orthopaedic surgery’s foot and ankle section at hackensack university Medical center and an orthopedic leg, foot and ankle specialist at orthopaedic spine and sports Medicine center in paramus pediAtric s Michael laMacchia, M.D. chairman of pediatrics at st. Joseph’s children’s hospital, st. Joseph’s regional Medical center, paterson physicAl therApy Matthew a. cifelli, p.t., D.p.t., n.a.s.M.-c.p.t., c.s.c.s. Director of proactive sports therapy in Montclair pl A stic And cos metic surgery valerie J. ablaza, M.D., f.a.c.s. partner and corporate vice president of the plastic surgery group, Montclair; farhaD rafizaDeh, M.D., f.a.c.s., chairman of plastic surgery at Morristown Memorial hospital and owner of better plastic surgery, Morristown; isaac starker, M.D., f.a.c.s., partner at the peer group, florham park, and past president of the new Jersey society of plastic surgeons podiAtry richarD t. braver, D.p.M., f.a.c.f.a.s. owner of active foot & ankle care, englewood psychology clifforD n. lazarus, ph.D. clinical Director of the lazarus institute, skillman rAdiology / Bre Ast he Alth christopher l. petti, M.D. Medical Director of bergen imaging center, englewood reproductive he Alth ali nasseri, M.D. Medical Director of the fertility center at the valley hospital, ridgewood, and associate professor of obstetrics & gynecology at new york university school of Medicine s ports medicine Michael l. gross, M.D. Medical Director of the active center for health & wellness, hackensack, and orthopedic Director of sports Medicine at hackensack university Medical center; anDrew s. levy, M.D ., orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at the center for advanced sports Medicine, knee and shoulder, Millburn urology richarD lee, M.D. Director of robotic surgery at englewood hospital and physician at urologic specialties, englewood learn more about our health advisory board at msxhealthandlife.com/about-us.

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We all know berries are good for us. they’re full of antioxidants, which neutralize harmful free radicals in our bodies’ cells. Research suggests this can slow the aging process and ward off serious disease. skin-care companies and spas have become hip to the fruit’s benefit and have begun offering more products and services featuring berries of all kinds. one local place, sulis (973.667.3100, sulisspa. com), the spa upstairs at melandre salon in nutley, offers a pomegranate-cranberry scrub that i decided to put to the test. the modern spa is located on the second floor of an old home (built in 1919) that was completely refurbished in 2010. i enjoyed tea and some trail mix in a serene, blue-lit waiting area before my therapist collected me and led me into another dimly lit room (this one with a red glow). i lay on my back on the table as she massaged the sweet-smelling scrub into my skin, exfoliating away my dry, dead skin cells. she then used a warm cloth to rinse most of it off, instructing me to shower in the changing room and return to her. after i did so, she massaged a moisturizing cream into my skin, leaving it remarkably smooth. i’m not sure i looked any younger, but my skin definitely felt baby-soft. —marisa sandora

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Big news for mountainside Hospital. in July, the 121-year-old hospital on the Glen Ridge-montclair border was bought by hackensack University medical center and lhP hospital Group inc., a company based in texas. the hospital will now be called HackensackumC mountainside. (the partners also bought the former Pascack Valley hospital in Westwood and plan to reopen that facility in the spring.) hospital executives said there will be no changes in services or staffing at the 365bed facility as a result of the acquisition.

already a destination for foodies, montclair has welcomed five interesting new restaurants just this year: 1 for classic american comfort food washed down with a strong cappuccino, check out red Eye Café at 94 Walnut st. (973.509.food, drinkredeyes. com), which has already drawn the attention of junk food fanatics for its fat elvis sandwich (banana, peanut butter, honey and bacon). 2 a vegan and a carnivore walked into a restaurant—and that place was Le salbuen at 97 Walnut st. (201.622.8473), which offers locally sourced contemporary american dishes that will satisfy plant eaters, meat lovers and everyone in between. 3 Whether you’re looking for a high-protein smoothie, a low-carb wrap or a healthier burger, muscle maker grill, which recently opened at 10 Park st. (973.746.4444, musclemakergrill.com), has something for you on its calorie-conscious menu. 4 traditional Korean food is a combination of vegetables and meat served in side dishes (called banchan) alongside shortgrain rice. explore it for yourself at Koreander Fusion Café at 128 Watchung ave. (973.509.7800, koreandercafe.com). 5 if tony soprano were still making his rounds in montclair, he might trade in his “gabagool” for the tasty italian fare served at Tuscany at 622 Valley Rd. in Upper montclair (973.744.0200), which offers traditional dishes with homemade pastas and sauces.

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sometimes when a woman finally gets a room of her own, she just doesn’t know what to do with it. that’s where Jodi topitz of the morristown-based company We2me (973.985.4386, we2me.com) comes in. topitz is an interior designer specializing in helping women (and men) who are coping with a divorce or the loss of a spouse to redecorate. “When you’re going through a difficult time, it’s really important that your home is like a sanctuary—a place where you can unwind and rejuvenate,” says topitz. Whether they’re looking to renovate a current space that was previously shared with a spouse or start fresh in a new home, clients can rely on topitz for suggestions on color, layout and affordable décor and accessories. she also offers advice on downsizing and repurposing furniture through reupholstering or painting. “When looking for ‘new’ furniture, i shop the client’s house first— clients are often convinced they have nothing, and that’s never true,” she says. to keep to a reasonable budget, topitz frequents garage sales, antique stores and discount furniture places like home Goods to find tasteful pieces that reflect the client’s personality. her rates range from $500 for a two-hour consultation/ assessment to $2,000 for 10 hours of interior design services.

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To some of us, wine-making evokes images of a barefoot Lucille Ball romping around a tub of grapes in a classic I Love Lucy episode. But the process is much more civilized than that at Vintner’s Circle in Whippany (973.585.4719, vintnerscircle.com). Here, wine lovers can personalize their passion

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Peel and dice watermelon and cucumber. Seed and dice bell pepper. Combine the first four ingredients in blender, strain. Stir in the sherry vinegar, salt and peppers to taste. Chill for at least one hour, then serve in clear glass soup cups and garnish with basil and goat cheese. Chef’s tip: It’s best if made a day ahead to allow flavors to blend together. Serves 4

complimentary events (all 6–8 p.m.): AUGUST 16: Sippin’ Sangria Open House—Sample sangria, guess which wine is the base and take home sangria recipes. SEPTEMBER 13: Big Reds Secret Sips—Put your taste buds to the test while sampling five red wines and trying to determine which wine fits a given description. SEPTEMBER 24: Holiday Wines Open House—Learn about wines you can make for holiday dinners or to give as gifts.

SUMMER SOUP Those who attended our Best of Morris/Essex Party & Expo last spring may remember this deliciously refreshing soup, served by Mitchell Altholz, executive chef of the Highlawn Pavilion in West Orange. We loved it so much that we asked Altholz to share the recipe with our readers (see above).

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When lifelong New Jerseyan Rich Holden went shopping for presents for his grandson, he found options too few, prices too high and available advice negligible. So Holden and his wife, Carole, took matters into their own hands and opened Childsplayspot (973.376.6634, childsplayspot.com) an online company that has since set up shop in the Mall at Short Hills. The Holdens wanted to sell safe, educational toys of the kind they might give to their own grandchildren, with a focus on eco-friendly. Like, for instance, the vegetable-dyed play dough they ship in from Vermont. “It is important to give back to the ecology of the Earth, so when we can, we stock products made from renewable, recycled or repurposed resources,” says Holden. But above all, his operation prides itself on customer service. “Come in, and my staff will help you find something that’s age-appropriate, eco-friendly, locally made or even autistic-friendly,” he says.

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to quote a longtime customer of ours, “if you come to a fork in the road, take it.” you know yogi Berra? mel: he started coming here with Joe diMaggio and other yankees when the old Ballantine brewery hosted parties. We’ve also made shirts for film director Quentin tarantino, stars of tV’s Boardwalk Empire and the 2007 new york Giants super Bowl team. those are some names—now tell me some

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• Our program meets NJ Graduation requirements and NJ Core Curriculum Standards • Strategy-based instructional techniques • Multi-sensory approaches to teaching and learning • Direct, sequential and prescriptive teaching • Integrated Assistive Technology • Highly Trained and Specialized Faculty

TURNING POTENTIAL INTO ACHIEVEMENT ONE STUDENT AT A TIME.

Matheny MeDiCal anD eDuCational Center The Matheny Medical and Educational Center is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. It is also is a special education school providing academics, combined with functional life skills, for students, ages 3 through 21. Matheny’s comprehensive outpatient center meets the needs of people with all types of disabilities, and, as a teaching hospital, Matheny trains healthcare professionals, therapists, and educators in how to work effectively and appropriately with persons who have developmental disabilities. 65 highland ave. | peapack, nJ 07977 908.234.0011 | www.matheny.org

Marylawn of the oranges At a glance…Marylawn is a unique college preparatory school for young women in 6th to 12th grade. Our personalized and innovative learning environment allows our students to grow, achieve, and succeed as leaders, athletes, and community members. Our commitment to a faith-based education offers young women an inspiring place to work toward their academic and professional dreams. 445 scotland rd. | south orange, nJ 07079 973.762.9222 | www.marylawn.us

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MontClair state university Montclair State University’s Academically Gifted & Talented weekend program will run October 6–December 9. The program offers courses for high achieving students, in the arts, humanities, mathematics, & sciences, such as rocketry, algebra, public speaking, fashion design, art, and creative writing to name just a few. This fall the program will also introduce a fully online course: Reading & Writing Across Genres, for students in grades 6-8. Learn more at montclair.edu/gifted or call 973.655.4104 for more information. 1 normal ave. | montclair, nJ 07043 973.655.4104 | www.montclair.edu/gifted

Morristown-bearD sChool Morristown-Beard School, an independent co-educational college preparatory school for students in grades 6-12, is dedicated to inspiring, challenging, and supporting students toward academic and personal excellence. Students are encouraged and provided opportunities to fully develop their intellect, athletic, artistic, and leadership capabilities. Community service and character development are emphasized. The rigorous college preparatory curriculum includes requirements in all core subjects. There are, additionally, a variety of elective, honors and advanced placement courses. For further information, contact the Admission Office: 973.539.3032 or admissions@mbs.net. 70 whippany rd. | morristown, nJ 07690 973.539.3032 | www.mbs.net

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Sundays, September 23 & October 1, 1:30 pm Find your talents n Prepare for college n Become empowered

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Since 1892, girls just like you have discovered at The Mount what they can do.

Mount Saint Dominic Academy CATHOLIC DOMINICAN EDUCATION FOR GRADES 9-12

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Mount Saint Dominic Academy, an all-girl’s Catholic college preparatory school, is dedicated to the education of young women of diverse backgrounds in the Dominican tradition of truth and compassion. This year’s 85 graduates were awarded $15 million in scholarships, and were accepted at 165 schools, including those attending Boston College, Harvard, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and Wake Forest. Our signature program, the Siena Service Program, builds character and volunteerism. This year, our athletic achievements were recognized with the Super Essex Conference Ron San Filippo Olympic Cup and we received several nominations in the Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star competition. We also offer a state-of-the-art athletic center and the Doris M. Byrne Performing Arts Center. Visit us during our upcoming open houses on Sunday, September 23th and October 21st at 1:30 p.m. 3 ryerson ave. | caldwell, nJ 07006 973.226.0660 | www.msdacademy.org

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Newark Academy (grades 6-12) produces young people who are prepared for the intellectual, political and social challenges posed by the complexity of today’s world. The school’s culture prepares students for college and a lifetime of learning while emphasizing the development of compassionate people whose lives will be enriched by giving to others. Founded in 1774, Newark Academy has a rich history as an independent, coeducational school located on a beautiful 68-acre campus. Extracurricular programs and an emphasis on life balance combine to create an environment for

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students to learn and grow into confident, secure young adults. 91 south orange ave. | livingston, nJ 07039 973.992.7000 | www.newarka.edu

oaK Knoll sChool of the holy ChilD

Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit is a Catholic independent school coeducational from kindergarten to grade six and for young women in grades seven through 12. Courses and activities stress academic, athletic, social, creative, and moral development; extensive technology resources, secondary school placement, and college counseling offered. Oak Knoll welcomes religious, racial, and ethnic diversity. Our students travel from than 70 communities; transportation is offered to/from Morris and Essex County. Visit www.oakknoll.org or call 908-522-8186. 44 blackburn rd. | summit, nJ 07901 | 908.522.8100 www.oakknoll.org | admissions@oakknoll.org

reD oaKs sChool

A fully accredited, progressive Montessori-based school for children from three years to eighth grade, The Red Oak School prides itself in nurturing the whole child to become a confident thinker and problem solver with skills such as critical thinking, social awareness, and creativity. The multi-age, multi-cultural, child centered, project based curriculum allows students to learn deeply. The school also offers art, music, physical education and Spanish, and incorporates other forward-thinking programs such as Singapore math. 21 cutler st. | morristown, nJ 07960 973.539.7853 | www.redoaksschool.org

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the peCK sChool

Since 1893, The Peck School has prepared graduates to succeed in secondary school and to lead healthy, productive, and principled lives. Through a commitment to character formation and a rigorous academic program, Peck’s independent, coed, K-8 curriculum strives to teach students life skills, consideration of others, and disciplined learning. To learn more about Peck, visit www.peckschool.org. 247 south st. | morristown, nJ 07960 973.539.8660, ext. 117 | www.peckschool.org

the pingry sChool

Pingry is a dynamic K-12 co-educational community of talented scholars, athletes, artists, actors and musicians. We foster a lifelong commitment to intellectual exploration, individual growth, and social responsibility that places the highest value on honor and respect for others. Our Short Hills (K-5) campus will host three Open Houses on the following Wednesdays from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.: October 17th, November 7th and November 28th. Our Martinsville (6-12) campus will host an Open House on Saturday, November 10th from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Both campuses will also hold informational sessions throughout the fall. Check visitpingry.org to learn more and to rsvp to events. Short hillS CampuS (lower SChool) country day dr. | short hills, nJ 07078 | 973.379.4550 martinSville CampuS (middle & upper SChoolS) martinsville rd. | martinsville, nJ 08836 | 908.647.5555 www.pingry.org

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Where Girls Learn to Lead OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE Primary School (Grades K - 5) Thursday, October 11, 2012 • 9-11 a.m. Middle & Upper School (Grades 6 - 12) Sunday, October 14, 2012 • 1-3 p.m. Nursery & Pre-Kindergarten Saturday, October 20, 2012 • 9:30-11 a.m. All School (Nursery - Grade 12) Sunday, November 11, 2012 • 1-3 p.m.

Kent Place School is an all-girls K through 12 independent college-preparatory day school with a coeducational nursery and pre-kindergarten program.

Kent Place School • 42 Norwood Avenue, Summit, NJ 07902–0308 (908) 273-0900 • www.kentplace.org

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We see the potential in our students. We guide and support them so they can achieve ambitious goals.

Choosing Madison Montessori is Choosing to be part of a Creative and Caring Community. 19 Green Avenue Madison, NJ 07940 Phone: (973) 966-9544 Fax: (973) 966-0094 madisonmontessorinj.org

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Open House Dates SUNDAY 1pm - October 14, 2012

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DELBARTON Do it all.

Join Us! Open House Saturday • Oct. 13 • 11am-1pm

An independent day school for boys grades 7-12 led by the Benedictine monks of St. Mary’s Abbey 230 Mendham Road Morristown NJ. 07960 973-538-3231 Ext. 3019 TAKE THE TEST: Oct 20, Nov 10 and Dec 1

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Calling Bright Minds A Great Beginning for Boys and Girls Nursery/ Pre-K Open House Saturday, October 20, 2012 9:30-11 a.m.

• experienced early childhood educators

Now accepting applications for September 2013. For more information, contact Patricia Mullette, Director of Primary School Admission, at (908) 273-0900 ext. 269, or visit www.kentplace.org

• spacious childcentered facility • physical education, dance, music, and library, all taught by specialists • world language instruction

Kent Place School • 42 Norwood Avenue, Summit, NJ 07902–0308 (908) 273-0900 • www.kentplace.org 7/13/12

Founded in 1893, Peck is an independent coeducational Kindergarten through Eighth grade day school with a centuryold reputation for academic excellence.

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Saturday, October 27, 2012 Saturday, January 12, 2013 MIDDLE SCHOOL (GRADES 5 – 8)

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where minds expand and spirits soar A Catholic independent school, young women only in grades 7-12, co-ed in kindergarten through grade 6.

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PRESENTING THE BEST INDEPENDENTLY OWNED HEALTH AND BEAUT Y SHOPS, FARMERS’ MARKETS AND FOOD CO-OPS IN MORRIS AND ESSE X COUNTIES BY LESLIE GARISTO PFAFF

HERE’S A BEAUTY SECRET: WHEN IT COMES TO creating a better you, there’s no reason to venture beyond downtown. That’s because the local businesses we highlight on the next few pages offer the kind of warmth and hospitality you’re unlikely to encounter at a national chain, with products and services tailored to a discerning local clientele. We searched Morris and Essex counties to bring you dozens of

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the best health and beauty shops and healthy-food markets, and nary a one entails a trip to the mall. Remember that independently owned local businesses return 45 percent of each dollar you spend back into the community, while national chains may only contribute 20 percent of the same buck. That makes shopping locally a good deed as well as a pleasure. So go and get yourself happy, healthy and gorgeous—but don’t go too far.

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AnTHony gArubo sALon & dAy spA 174 maplewood ave. maplewood 973.762.1212 anthonygarubosalon.com

hair salons

AnTHony robErT sALon 279 Bloomfield ave., Verona 973.857.1922 anthonyrobertsalon.com AurA sALon & spA 22 speedwell ave., morristown 973.538.0505 43 Bloomfield ave., caldwell 973.228.2229 aurasalonandspa.com

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dEpAsquALE THE spA Powder mill Plz. Route 10 east morris Plains 973.538.3811 depasqualethespa.com

wellness spa

23 s. fullerton ave., montclair 973.746.8426, bangz.net

this spa/salon has an upmarket, high-design vibe— it’s housed in a gorgeously converted old church, with a soaring two-level salon area—but the friendly feel is pure hometown. and yet you won’t find a more skillful staff anywhere: Bangz makes sure its stylists are firmly on the cutting edge, with weekly classes and frequent educational trips to salons in new York, miami and l.a. the salon also offers extensions and keratin treatments, as well as a revolutionary hair transplant procedure, done in conjunction with a noted plastic surgeon.

dIEcI LIFEsTyLE spA 90 W. mount Pleasant ave. livingston 973.716.0101 diecispa.com grEg dAvId sALon 32 scotland Rd. orange 973.766.1394 mELAndrE HAIr coLor & dEsIgn 509 franklin ave., nutley 973.667.3100 melandre.com pAnIco sALon & spA 763 Bloomfield ave. West caldwell 973.364.9600 panico.com

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purE EnErgy HAIr sTudIo 386 franklin ave., nutley 973.667.0220 pureenergyhairstudio.com

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★ The Urban MUse

82 broadway, Denville, 973.627.3455, theurbanmuse.com

let’s face it—waxing isn’t the most relaxing experience in the world. But you just can’t help feeling relaxed at the Urban muse, whether you’ve come for a surrender massage or a Brazilian wax. maybe it’s the gentle professional service or the asian-inspired candlelit treatment rooms. or maybe it’s because you know that whether you’re focusing on your upper lip, lower legs, bikini line or (guys) back, you’re guaranteed to emerge looking sleek and satisfied. AdvAncEd LAsEr cEnTEr 239 Baldwin Rd., Parsippany 973.299.0102 mylasercenters.com AurA sALon & spA 22 speedwell ave. morristown 201.538.0505 aurasalonandspa.com

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bAngz sALon & wELLnEss spA 23 s. fullerton ave. montclair 973.746.8426 bangz.net

cosmETIc LAsEr m.d. 290 s. livingston ave. livingston 973.716.9000 cosmeticlasermd.com dIEcI LIFEsTyLE spA 90 W. mount Pleasant ave. livingston 973.716.0101 diecispa.com HArmony dAy spA 10 Brookside ave. caldwell 973.226.3232 harmonydayspa.com

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nEIgEL cEnTEr For cosmETIc And LAsEr surgEry 101 old short hills Rd. West orange 973.325.7779 eyelid.com rEFLEcTIons oF LIvIngsTon 299 e. northfield Rd. livingston 973.740.2444 reflectionscenter.com sAHAnA spA 427 Bloomfield ave. montclair, 973.744.1001 sahanaspa.com

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★ BAKER

STREET YOGA

97A Baker St., Maplewood 973.761.7272 bakerstreetyoga.com

The owners and instructors at this comfortable and welcoming studio radiate their passion for the discipline they practice— vinyasa, a style of yoga that links breath with movement. And the open, loftlike space encourages concentration and relaxation in equal measure. Baker Street also offers restorative and children’s yoga and a choice between hot yoga (taught at 98 degrees) and warm yoga (88 to 90 degrees).

GARDEN STATE YOGA 71 Washington St. Bloomfield 973.680.1400 gardenstateyoga.com

SOUTH MOUNTAIN YOGA 18 South Orange Ave. South Orange 973.763.4433 southmountainyoga.com

LOTUS YOGA 544 Bloomfield Ave. Bloomfield 973.783.5060 lotusyogabloomfield.com 460 Washington St. Newark 973.642.8000 lotusyoganewark.com

STARSEED 271 Grove Ave. Building C Verona 973.783.1036 starseedyoga.com

MIA YOGA 4 Erie St. Montclair 973.337.5088 miayogamontclair.com SHAKTI YOGA & LIVING ARTS 1861 Springfield Ave. Maplewood 973.763.2288 shaktinj.com

STUDIO YOGA 2 Green Village Rd. Madison 973.966.5311 studioyoganj.com TRANSFORM YOGA 435 Hollywood Ave. Fairfield 973.334.2787 transformyoga.net YOGA MONTCLAIR 107 Forest St. Montclair 973.233.9642 yogamontclair.com

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★ CAN DO FITNESS

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THE CHATHAM CLUB 484 Southern Blvd. Chatham 973.377.1900 chathamclub.com

THE GREATER MORRISTOWN YMCA 79 Horsehill Rd., Cedar Knolls 973.267.0704 morriscenter ymca.org

MONTCLAIR YMCA 25 Park St. Montclair 973.744.3400 montclair ymca.org

THE CLUB AT MORRISTOWN 118 Headquarters Plz. Morristown 973.644.9590 the-club-at-morristown.com

JCC METROWEST 760 Northfield Ave. West Orange 973.530.3400 jccmetrowest.org

MOTION FITNESS CLUB 187 Millburn Ave. Millburn 973.921.0500 motionfitnessclub.com

MENDHAM HEALTH & RACQUET CLUB 90 E. Main St., Mendham 973.543.4900 mendhamhealthandracquetclub.com

WEST ESSEX YMCA 321 S. Livingston Ave. Livingston 973.992.7500 westessexymca.org

DFIT 4 Erie St., Montclair 973.337.5088 dfitstudio.com

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This high-tech gym has tons of top-notch equipment and separate studios set up for spinning, Pilates, boxing and more. And if you’re looking for a class, we challenge you not to find it here: Group lessons include body sculpting, core strengthening, cardio dance, boot camp, Zumba, kickboxing, BodyArt, extreme burn and half a dozen different styles of yoga, all taught by highly trained, dedicated pros. You’ll also find an extensive selection of workout wear, an appealing shake bar and outpatient rehab services like chiropractic, acupuncture and physical therapy.

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exercise and pilates studios Top pIck

â&#x2DC;&#x2026; Core Mind & Body

195 Maplewood Ave., Maplewood 973.378.9000, coremindandbody.com

this super-clean, super-comfortable Pilates studio offers small classes in a supportive atmosphere for beginners and experienced students alike. it offers a range of Pilates classes, from the introductory Basic mat to intermediate Reformer/tower, a challenging, fast-paced class for skilled practitioners. and there are great specialty classes, including cardiolates (a hybrid method combining Pilates with an effective cardiovascular workout), intensati (designed to empower students physically and mentally) and pre- and postpartum classes. THE bAr mETHoD 135 hawkins Pl., Boonton 973.263.2279 mountainlakes.barmethod.com 493 Bloomfield ave., montclair 973.783.1227 montclair.barmethod.com EquILIbrIum 427 Bloomfield ave., montclair 973.744.3555 pilatesequilibrium.com

FITnEss 121 5 Becker farm Rd. Roseland 973.535.1177 fitness121online.com

LongEvITy pILATEs 16 Grove ave. Verona 973.632.0830 longevitypilates.com

FuLL-TImE FITnEss 17 Bank st. morristown 973.401.9000 full-timefit.com

mInD ovEr movEmEnT 21 Kings Rd. madison 973.520.8888 mindovermovementnj.com

sIx DEgrEEs oF wELLnEss 518 main st. Boonton 973.265.4441 sixdegrees06.com THE ToTAL workouT 127 Grove st. montclair 973.783.2857 totalworkoutmontclair.com

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Powder Mill Plz., Route 10 East, Morris Plains 973.538.3811, depasqualethespa.com

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like all the offerings at this full-service european-style spa, manicures and pedicures are provided in an environment designed to promote relaxation and a sense of well-being, and everything here is impeccably clean, including the nail instruments, which are sterilized in a hospital-grade autoclave. sure, you can drop in for a salonstyle mani or pedi, but you can also indulge yourself with a variety of special services such as a detoxifying pedicure, a full set of light concept nails, or (our favorite) a warm-stone manicure. AurA sALon & spA 43 Bloomfield ave., caldwell 973.228.2229 22 speedwell ave. morristown 201.538.0505 aurasalonandspa.com bAngz sALon & wELLnEss spA 23 s. fuller ton ave., montclair 973.746.8426 bangz.net

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DIEcI LIFEsTyLE spA 90 W. mount Pleasant ave. livingston 973.716.0101 diecispa.com EForEA spA AT HILTon 41 John f. Kennedy Pkwy. short hills 973.379.0100 hiltonshorthills.com/ eforea-spa-at-hilton

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ETHErEAL DAy spA & sALon 300 new Rd. Parsippany 973.882.3400 etherealdayspa.com

FrAnk AnTHony sALon & spA 154 Route 206 #8, chester 908.879.6211 frankanthony.com sAHAnA spA 427 Bloomfield ave. #1, montclair 973.744.1001, sahanaspa.com

FLorIs nAIL & spA 37 eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland 973.364.0300

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THE wooDHousE DAy spA 56 s. Park st., montclair 973.509.8488 montclair.woodhousespas.com

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sunless tanning TOP PICK

★ OLIVE ORGANIC TAN SPA

427 Bloomfield Ave., Suite 203, Montclair 973.818.8828, olivetanspa.com

Your secret (no, you didn’t just get back from St. Barts) and your skin are both safe at this clean and comfortable spa in downtown Montclair because Olive is all about airbrush tanning with organic ingredients like green tea extract and aloe vera. You can choose the depth of tan you’d prefer (medium or dark) and where you’d like your glow to go (full body, half body or face and neck). And if you have a special occasion coming up, the spa will make you look picture-perfect with a full line of airbrush makeup services.

Olive Organic Tan Spa

BANGZ SALON & WELLNESS SPA 23 S. Fullerton Ave. Montclair 973.746.8426, bangz.net DEPASQUALE THE SPA Powder Mill Plz. Route 10 East, Morris Plains 973.538.3811 depasqualethespa.com FUSION MEDSPA & SALON 250 Route 46 West Denville 973.983.8883 fusion-spa.com

QUICKGLOW SPRAY-TANNING 140-A Morris St. Morristown 973.539.5955 quickglow.com SIZZLE TANS 136 Route 10 South East Hanover 970 Tabor Rd. Morris Plains 590 Passaic Ave. West Caldwell 855.866.8267 tanatsizzle.com

HARMONY DAY SPA 10 Brookside Ave., Caldwell 973.226.3232 harmonydayspa.com

SPA DE LA VIE 675 Franklin Ave. Nutley 973.661.5002 spadelavie.com

THE MENDHAM SPA FOR THE SENSES 6 E. Main St., Mendham 973.543.9444 mendhamspa.com

THE SUN SPA 622 Valley Rd. Montclair 973.655.1994 thesunspamontclair.com

food cooperatives, community-supported agriculture (csa) programs and natural markets NATURAL MARKET

20 1st Ave. Denville 973.627.5440 grassrootsnaturalmarket.com

This modest neighborhood market offers a surprisingly varied selection of organic produce and other grocery items (including organic dairy and grass-fed beef), as well as gluten-free baked goods, organic pet foods and a variety of supplements, health and beauty aids and homeopathic remedies. And if shopping here whets your appetite, there’s also a juice bar and an eat-in deli offering vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.

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BOXED ORGANICS Montclair area boxedorganicsnj.com CSA NEWARK 85 Hamilton St., Newark csanewark.com THE HEALTH SHOPPE 207 Route 206, Chester 908.879.7555 66 Morris St., Morristown 973.538.9131 thehealthshoppes.com MILLBURN/SHORT HILLS CSA Millburn–Short Hills area millburnshorthillscsa.blogsport.com MONTCLAIR COMMUNITY FOOD CO-OP 108 Orange Rd., Montclair 201.264.3658, montclaircsa.org PURPLE DRAGON CO-OP 289 Washington St., Glen Ridge 973.429.0391, purpledragon.com STARBRITE’S MORRISTOWN ORGANIC CSA Morristown area, 973.984.2432

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BLOOMFIELD-MONTCL AIR CSA Bloomfield-Montclair area 973.744.3474 bloomfield-montclaircsa.org

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TOP PICK

farmers’ markets ★ Morristown FarMers’ Market spring and morris streets, morristown 973.455.1133, morristown-nj.org

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there’s a reason some 1,000 visitors throng this 20-year-old market every sunday from June through november. host to seven family-owned farms and dozens of specialty vendors, the market offers an extraordinary variety of fresh and locally grown products, including organic fruits and vegetables, poultry and pot pies from Griggstown Quail farm, fresh flowers, honey from tassot apiaries, small-batch cheeses, artisanal baked goods and freshly caught fish from the Jersey shore. even more to love: each week, farmers donate surplus produce to morristown’s community soup Kitchen.

boonTon FArmErs’ mArkET Upper Plane street parking lot Boonton 973.257.9107 boontonmainstreet.org/ markets.php cHATHAm borougH FArmErs’ mArkET Railroad Plaza south and fairmount avenue, chatham 973.635.0674 x588 chathamboroughfarmersmarket.org cHEsTEr FArmErs’ mArkET Perr y street, chester 908.705.7968 chesternjfarmersmarket.org DEnvILLE FArmErs’ mArkET Bloomfield avenue parking lot denville denvillefarmersmarket.com Long vALLEy grEEn mArkET 20 schooley’s mountain Rd. long Valley 908.672.2458 longvalleygreenmarket.com

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CELLULITE, BEGONE! A NEW L ASER TRE ATMENT PROMISES TO Z AP AWAY SKIN DIMPLING. HERE’S HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER THERAPIES BY DEBORAH PIKE OLSEN

thighs and buttocks—has long been a pipe dream for doctors and women alike. Over the years, everything from creams to massagers to injections has been touted as a possible cure, but none has offered lasting results. Now, for the first time, there’s an effective, long-lasting treatment. It’s called Cellulaze, and it was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) last January. “There’s been no long-term single treatment for cellulite, ever,” says Barry DiBernardo, M.D., director of New Jersey Plastic Surgery in Montclair and clinical associate professor of surgery in the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. “All the other treatments to date have been temporary. Women who wouldn’t put on shorts now have help.” About 88 million women have cellulite—fat that’s located in pockets just beneath the skin. The condition primarily affects women because the anatomy of their skin is different from men’s. In women, the fibrous bands that hold fat cells are vertical, whereas in men, fat is stored in a diamond pattern, says Dr. DiBernardo. Cellulite forms when fibers that connect fat to the skin stretch, break down or pull tight, allowing the fat cells to bulge. That leads to a dimpled appearance. Treatments, including Cellulaze, promise to smooth out those bulges. Morris/Essex Health & Life asked experts to evaluate Cellulaze and other commonly used cellulite treatments:

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Cellulaze

How it works A small tube (the size of the tip of a pen) containing a laser fiber is inserted underneath the skin. Light energy is delivered just under the skin, increasing its thickness while releasing the bands that pull it down. The laser also reduces the pockets of fat that protrude through the fibrous bands under your skin. Studies show that the treatment increases your skin’s thickness by 25 percent and its elasticity by 29 percent. According to the manufacturer, the procedure is ideal for women who aren’t significantly overweight but have mild to moderate cellulite on their thighs. Pros The results last for up to three years, according to a study of 10 women published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Also, only one treatment is necessary. “This is the culmination of years of work,” says Dr. DiBernardo. “I’m getting calls from all over the country from people who’ve tried everything.” Cons It’s expensive, plus it’s a new procedure, so it will take time to determine its potential side effects. “It looks intriguing, but I’m waiting to see if it offers more than VelaShape [a less-invasive procedure], which I use in my practice,” says Janet Neigel, M.D., owner of the Neigel Center for Cosmetic and Laser Surgery in West Orange. Also, although it’s considered minimally invasive, you’ll receive local anesthesia, and some recovery time is involved. You’ll need to wear a compression garment for two to three weeks afterward to prevent fluid buildup. Plus, you’ll have to be patient because it can take two to three months before you see the results. Cost Ranges from $5,000 to $7,000*, depending on the size of the area to be treated

“women who wouldn’t put on ShortS now have help.” —Barry diBernardo, m.d.

SmoothShapeS

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How it works A laser causes the pores in fat cells to open and release fat. As a result, the cells shrink. A mechanical roller and vacuum suction help the unwanted fat “drain.” Researchers will soon begin a study in which they combine Cellulaze and SmoothShapes to see if the results are better than Cellulaze alone—and if healing might occur more quickly. “There could be synergistic results,” says Dr. DiBernardo. Pros You won’t need as many treatments as with the other noninvasive cellulite procedures. Plus, it produces longer-lasting results. The manufacturer claims the procedure feels like a deep-tissue massage. Although you may notice that the treated area is red for a few hours after the procedure, there’s no recovery time. “This is the most effective noninvasive, temporary treatment,” says Dr. DiBernardo. Cons The results are temporary, and the procedure is costly. Also, you’ll need to be patient, since your skin will continue to improve for up to six months after your last treatment. Cost $350 per treatment (you’ll need eight treatments, twice a week for four weeks)

endermologie

How it works This low-tech treatment uses mechanical rollers and vacuum suction to massage away cellulite. The procedure stretches out the fibrous tissue underneath the skin and squeezes fluid from fat cells to achieve a smooth look. Pros It’s relatively inexpensive, and it’s painless. Cons It’s temporary. You’ll need 10 to 20 treatments (once a week), then monthly maintenance. Cost $150 per treatment

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A wArning About cellulite injections some aesthetic medicine specialists claim that injections of drugs, vitamins, minerals or herbal extracts can chemically dissolve fat, improving cellulite. but the procedures—known as mesotherapy and lipodissolve—don’t work well because they can cause an uneven reduction of fat, says H. william song, M.D., owner of omni Aesthetics in oakland. worse, “you don’t know what you’re getting,” says Dr. song. “they’re not FDA-approved procedures.” in fact, in 2010 the FDA issued warning letters to six u.s. medical spas and a company in brazil for making false or misleading statements on their websites about lipodissolve products. Plus, the FDA has received reports of permanent scarring, skin deformities and deep, painful knots under the skin in the areas where the lipodissolve products were injected.

Questions to Ask your Doctor

VelaShape II

How it works it uses the roller and suction technology from endermologie and adds radiofrequency (rF) to heat fat cells and shrink them. A recent study found that after five sessions, there was an up to 60 percent overall improvement in skin texture. Pros it’s noninvasive, so there’s less discomfort. (the manufacturer claims the treatments feel like a deep-tissue massage.) Although your skin may appear flushed and warm for several hours after the treatment, you can resume your normal activities immediately. “it’s great for treating problem areas that you can’t get rid of at the gym or through dieting, such as love handles and saddlebags (the sides of thighs),” says Dr. neigel. Cons the results don’t last long. “even after you’re pleased with the results, you’ll need maintenance treatments,” says Dr. neigel. Also, although the procedure is FDA-approved and considered safe, some doctors are concerned about patients’ exposure to rF. Cost $200 per treatment (three to 10 are typically needed, then maintenance treatments once every six months, says Dr. neigel)

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before you undergo cellulaze treatment, ask your physician: Are you a board-certified surgeon? Have you performed related procedures like liposuction? (cellulaze is more difficult to perform than liposuction, say doctors.) How many cellulaze procedures have you done? Are your patients happy with the results? May i speak with them and see their beforeand-after photos? next year, when the machine has been out longer, ask: How many of your patients have been re-treated?

How to steer cleAr oF cellulite

your genes, pregnancy and aging can weaken collagen fibers, causing cellulite to develop. Also to blame are eating poorly, yo-yo dieting and dehydration. take these simple steps, recommends the national institutes of Health, to avoid the unsightly condition: Follow a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and fiber Drink plenty of fluids exercise regularly Maintain a healthy weight Don’t smoke

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THE ORTHOPEDIC SuRgEON Glenn Gabisan, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon at Professional Orthopaedic Associates in Tinton Falls and Freehold, competes in the Long Branch Half Marathon each year with his wife and is vying for a spot in the 2013 New York City Marathon (a 26.2-mile race). What advice do you have for buying neW running sneakers? go to a reputable running store where the staff can analyze your feet and your style of pronation (the position of your foot when it lands). Take in your old sneakers so that the salesperson can look at the wear on the tread. Also, let the salesperson know if you get blisters or foot and ankle pain when you run. Why do some people choose “minimalist”

When running in a standard sneaker, you hit the ground with your heel first. Minimalist sneakers force you to have a mid-foot strike, which theoretically builds the muscles in your feet. I don’t think there’s much of an advantage, though. There’s a higher risk of injuries because the shoes are only designed to protect you from the surface—they don’t offer any support. sneakers?

Joel Jacowitz, M.D., has run five marathons, with a personal record of 2:35 in the Chicago Marathon, and is a cardiologist at CardiacEdge in Emerson.

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In extreme heat, you run the risk

Guillem Gonzalez-Lomas, M.D., is an assistant professor of sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey–New Jersey Medical School in Newark and has run the New York City Marathon twice. When beginning a training routine, is it important for runners to take rest days?

Yes, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis and shin splints are common injuries resulting from starting a running regimen without resting two or three days per

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week. The human body has an incredible ability to adapt to new demands placed on it, but not without some suffering. Muscles will often hurt during the first few days of a new routine, which is normal, but without adequate time to adapt to a new intense fitness regimen, bones can develop stress fractures, and ligaments can become inflamed. hoW is cross-training beneficial for long-

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of hyperthermia, which is potentially fatal. When you’re in the danger zone, you might stop sweating, get goose bumps, have a headache and feel dizzy or experience more extreme symptoms such as disorientation or collapse. You can help prevent this by training in the heat—your body will become acclimated to the heat in about two weeks—and by staying hydrated.

distance runners? Swimming, cycling or upper-body strengthening can provide the benefits of cardiovascular training while the running muscles and joints are recovering, so they are great to do on rest days. Runners with upper-body strength can use their arms to gain a more powerful “kick” (or closing speed) at the end of long-distance races. Also, soccer, basketball, skating, martial arts and any sport that requires lateral movement can increase core strength and hip stability, which helps protect the hamstrings and quads from injury. —liz donovan

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Can new Jersey claim the tomato? in truth, it originated in South America and is grown in greatest quantity in China, with California the top-producing u.S. state. But connoisseurs of the Jersey tomato think of this plump red fruit (considered a vegetable in culinary terms, and known to scientists as Solanum lycopersicum) as their own. This is, after all, the state where Rutgers university released its namesake hybrid tomato in 1934 and where the Campbell Soup Company used that flavorful food over succeeding decades to make oceans of soup. Today Campbell’s has switched to a less expensive (and, some say, less flavorful) west Coast variety, but there are still a number of farms growing celebrated varieties of Jersey’s best, and Rutgers has a program in place to bring hybrid species created here back to the market.

PoweRS Studies touting the health benefits of tomatoes are numerous, and their ranks are growing. The fruit is well known for its role in supporting heart health—lycopene, an antioxidant, can help prevent blockages and improve the regulation of fats in the bloodstream, decreasing cholesterol and triglycerides levels. Some research also indicates that lycopene may promote bone health and help prevent cancer. Tomatoes

are also rich in phytonutrients linked to heart health and are chock-full of vitamins C and e, beta-carotene and manganese.

Buy · SToRe · GRow you can buy authentic Jersey tomato hybrid seeds from Rutgers (log onto njfarmfresh.rutgers.edu). ideally, seeds should be started in early April, four to six weeks before the last frost. in a container full of seed-starting soil mix, dig out lines about one-fourth inch deep and sow seeds one-half inch apart. Lightly cover with soil, water gently and place in a warm spot. As soon as stems show, transplant to a bright, sunny location. keep moist. once true leaves sprout, transplant seedlings to their own container. Build up their tolerance to the sun a few hours at a time before leaving the plant in full sun all day. Seedlings can be planted outdoors when they have strong roots and the average temperature is 55 degrees. Set up your tomato wire to help branches support the weight of the fruit. whether harvesting from your backyard, a farmers’ market or the grocer, pick tomatoes that are fully ripe for best flavor and avoid storing in the refrigerator—they’re optimal at room temperature and eaten within two or three days. —keLLey GRAnGeR

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the inspiration and recipes you need to create your own garden party. Ruhland, an interior designer by trade (and a farmer by day, loving every minute of it), has transformed their 19th-century farmhouse, which was recently featured in House Beautiful, into a sophisticated, eclectic mix of old and new. The newest additions to the home (shown here for the first time in Morris/Essex Health & Life) are the pergola and the brick patio entertaining area where the party was set. Take their cues to create a memorable evening before winter is upon us. Go to msxhealthandlife.com/laurencecraig for more recipes.

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Tuscan chicken Roulade serves 12 ingredients 4–8 oz. skinless chicken cutlets 1 pint each red and yellow cherry tomatoes, halved 1 can artichoke hearts, diced 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tbs. capers ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped ½ cup prepared basil pesto Basil leaves for garnish salt and pepper

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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. liberally season chicken with salt and pepper. lay out a 12˝ x 12˝ piece of plastic wrap, roll chicken breast into a log shape and place in center of wrap. Wrap chicken in plastic wrap and roll the ends tightly, creating an even log. Roll log in a 12˝ x 12˝ piece of aluminum foil. Twist ends tightly. Repeat for all 4 logs. Roast the chicken for about 18 minutes. let cool completely in wrap. Mix the tomatoes, artichokes, oil, capers, olives and vinegar in a bowl and season to taste with salt and pepper. set aside. When chicken has completely cooled, unwrap and brush with prepared pesto. slice into thin medallions. shingle chicken around a platter. Place tomato salad in the center of the platter and garnish with basil leaves.

WaTeRMelon, feTa & MinT salad serves 12 ingredients Chocolate Brownie Custard with homemade vegan mint ice cream

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¼ small red seedless watermelon, peeled ¼ small yellow seedless watermelon, peeled ½ pound feta cheese, crumbled

½ cup pine nuts, toasted ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, destemmed and finely sliced into threads 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil salt and pepper

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slice watermelon and arrange on a platter, alternating colors. sprinkle watermelon with feta, pine nuts and mint. drizzle olive oil over the platter. lightly season with salt and pepper.

chocolaTe bRoWnie cusTaRd Makes 12 ingredients nonstick pan spray ½ cup caramel sauce 3 baked brownies (each approximately 2 x 3 inches) 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 16 oz. heavy cream 6 whole eggs 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tbs. vanilla Confectioner’s sugar for garnish

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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. liberally coat 12 three-inch ramekins with nonstick pan spray. Place about 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce in the bottom of each dish. cube the brownies and divide among the 12 dishes. divide the chocolate chips and place on top of the brownie bits. in a bowl, beat the cream, eggs, sugar and vanilla until thoroughly blended. Place the ramekins in a deep baking dish. fill each ramekin with egg mixture. carefully fill the pan with warm water to halfway up the ramekins. bake for about 25 minutes until custard is set. allow to cool and sprinkle with confectioner’s sugar before serving.

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Freshly swept patios, perfectly coiffed cushions and vibrant umbrellas dot the outdoor dining landscape. It’s time for serious summer sipping. But don’t content yourself with those old, garden-variety umbrella drinks. Master mixologists at three local hot spots have turned it up a notch (or two) with enticing elixirs you may not have sampled before. And they’re letting us in on their secret recipes to make these creative cocktails pitcher-perfect to share with friends. Cheers! —kathleen keating

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½ bottle of your favorite red wine 2 Tbs. apricot brandy 2 Tbs. triple sec 2 Tbs. peach pucker 2 Tbs. orange juice 2 Tbs. club soda ½ cup sliced strawberries and blueberries

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18 oz. (2¼ cups) Figenza fig vodka 12 oz. (1½ cups) blood orange puree (found in gourmet stores and online) 12 dashes rhubarb bitters Champagne, chilled Orange peel, for garnish

Q m b eR Ry m o j i to “The QM Berry Mojito is a tasty collaboration between me and another Quiet Man bartender, Larae Norbergthe. The mint is picked daily from our garden, and it’s what gives this summer cocktail an incredibly vibrant and delicious taste.” —Janice Cosentino, bartender ingredienTs 1 pint fresh strawberries, 6 berries reserved for garnish 1 bunch fresh mint (about 24 leaves) 1 lime, cut into 6 wedges 6 Tbs. simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water, heated until sugar is dissolved and then cooled) 12 oz. (1½ cups) bacardi rum 12 oz. (1½ cups) club soda stoli razberi vodka

In a pitcher filled with ice, combine the wine, brandy, triple sec, peach pucker, orange juice, club soda and berries. Stir gently to blend. Pour into wine glasses.

Fill a pitcher with ice. Add the fig vodka, blood orange puree and bitters. Stir to blend, then chill. Strain into martini glasses. Top off the glasses with a splash of champagne. Garnish with an orange peel.

In the bottom of a 2-quart pitcher, muddle or press together the strawberries, mint leaves, lime and simple syrup. Fill the pitcher ¾ full with ice cubes. Add the rum and club soda and stir gently just until blended. Pour into hurricane glasses. Top with a splash of the raspberry vodka. Add a sprig of mint and a reserved strawberry.

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Bar Cara Authentic Italian fare including specialty pizzas, an extensive wine list and custom martinis, 1099 Broad St., 973.893.3681 MES rEVES French bistro menu in a café setting, 407 Broad St., 973.429.4888 oranGE SQUirrEl Contemporar y American and European cuisine, 412 Bloomfield Ave., 973.337.6421 STaMna Mediterranean/Greek taverna, 1045 Broad St., 973.338.5151

BOONTON

BoonTon SUShi hoUSE Japanese cuisine featuring numerous specialty rolls, 701 Main St., 973.394.8811 Chili WilliE’S MEXiCan rESTaUranT Authentic Mexican cuisine specializing in homemade salsa with fresh ingredients, 702 Main St., 973.299.8775 roMa PiZZEria Authentic Italian specialties and pizza with light focaccia crust and fresh ingredients, 709 Main St., 973.335.1614

CALDWELL

lUCE Eclectic Italian cuisine, 115 Bloomfield Ave., 973.403.8500 il VECChio CaFE Italian offerings including homemade pastas, paninis and calzones, Calandra’s Italian Village, 234 Bloomfield Ave., 973.226.8889

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EPPES ESSEn Jewish home-style cooking with classic deli specialties, 105 E. Mt. Pleasant Ave., 973.994.1120

QUEEn MarGhEriTa TraTToria Traditional Italian cuisine, specializing in brick-oven pizzas, 246 Washington Ave., 973.662.0007

STriP hoUSE Steak house with an extensive wine list, Westminster Hotel, 550 W. Mount Pleasant Ave., 973.548.0050

ralPh’S UPSCalE Italian dining with awardwinning pizza, 564 Franklin Ave., 973.235.1130

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BElla iTalia riSToranTE Upscale Mediterranean fare with fresh seafood, authentic veal dishes and seasonal ingredients, 535 Central Ave., 973.678.5538

hlS rESTaUranT Casual juice-bar café with vegetarian dishes, 1895 Springfield Ave., 973.763.1127 lorEna’S Sophisticated French BYO featuring foie gras, 168 Maplewood Ave., 973.763.4460

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BaSiliCo Upscale Italian fare with modern twists on traditional favorites, 324 Millburn Ave., 973.379.7020

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El ranCho GranDE MEXiCan rESTaUranT Casual Mexican cuisine, 548 Main St., 973.678.8631

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CaFE aZZUro Upscale Italian BYO, 141 Main St., 908.470.1470

CaFÉ MonET Casual French bistro, 309 Millburn Ave., 973.376.8555

ninET Y aCrES Eclectic fare featuring local, seasonal items and a vast wine list, 2 Main St., 908.901.9500

Cara Mia Upscale, traditional Italian fare, 194 Essex St., 973.379.8989

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CaFFE naVona Creative regional Italian cuisine, 147 Route 46 West, 973.627.1606

aCaPPEllo riSToranTE Italian fare, 398 Bloomfield Ave, 973.746.2553

ThE EXChanGE American pub food featuring steaks, seafood and salads, 160 E. Main St., 973.627.8488

BlU Creative cuisine featuring duck and seafood, 554 Bloomfield Ave., 973.509.2202 CUBan PETE’S Cuban Caribbean cuisine with a tapas menu, 428 Bloomfield Ave., 973.746.1100

Thai naM PhET Traditional Thai BYO, 296 Route 46 East, 973.627.8400

EGan & SonS American food, featuring seasonal seafood and burgers, 118 Walnut St., 973.744.1413

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halCYon Upscale seafood restaurant and lounge, 114 Walnut St., 973.744.4450

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lEGal SEa FooDS Upscale eater y featuring fresh fish, The Mall at Short Hills, 1200 Morris Tpk., 973.467.0089

MESoB Ethiopian food with gluten-free and vegan options, 515 Bloomfield Ave., Montclair, 973.655.9000

ThE TErraCE Casual American bistro featuring fresh seafood and local ingredients, The Hilton Short Hills, 41 JFK Pkwy., 973.912.4757

VEGGiE hEaVEn Exclusively vegetarian Asian fare, offering meat substitutes for all Chinese classics, 57 Bloomfield Ave., 973.586.7800

oSTEria GioTTa Casual Italian BYO, 21-23 Midland Ave., 973.746.0111

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CinnaMon Indian fare cooked in a clay oven, 2920 Route 10 West, 973.734.0040

CaFE METro Healthy American fare in a casual atmosphere, 60 Diamond Spring Rd., 973.625.1055

El TaPaTio Mexican fare, 29 E. Blackwell St., Dover, 973.537.0833 ThE QUiET Man Irish pub food, 64 E. McFarlan St., 973.366.6333

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BrEanna’S iTalian rESTaUranT Italian cuisine specializing in seafood dishes and center-cut pork chops, 34 Ridgedale Ave., 973.581.1418 Don JoSE Authentic Mexican cuisine, 200 Route 10 West #7, 973.781.0155 PEnanG MalaYSian CUiSinE Authentic Malaysian and Thai fare, 200 Route 10 West #8, 973.887.6989

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BrUSChETTa Italian cuisine, 292 Passaic Ave., 973.227.6164 JoSE TEJaS Mexican fare, 647 Route 46 West, 973.808.8201

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aBoVE rESTaUranT anD Bar New American fare with full bar, 1 South Orange Ave., 973.762.2683

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lEMonGraSS Vietnamese and Thai fusion restaurant, 1729 Route 10 East, 973.998.6303

MORRISTOWN

BlUE MorEl rESTaUranT anD WinE Bar New American cuisine using locally sourced ingredients and featuring a raw bar, 2 Whippany Rd., 973.451.2619 ThE GranD CaFÉ French continental with Asian fusion, 42 Washington St., 973.540.9444

FoUr SEaSonS kEBaB hoUSE Authentic Turkish cuisine with live music ever y Thursday night, 594 Valley Rd., 973.707.7651 UPSTairS Seasonal New American fare featuring specialty martinis, 608 Valley Rd., 973.744.4144 hiGhlaWn PaVilion New American cuisine with fresh seasonal produce, 1 Crest Dr., Eagle Rock Reser vation, 973.731.3463

MEhnDi Indian cuisine, 88 Headquarters Plz., 973.871.2323 UPToWn Lounge restaurant with American cuisine and sushi, 4 John St., 973.829.3003

MCloonE’S BoaThoUSE Upscale interpretations of American classics, 9 Cherr y Ln., 732.380.0800

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hoT roD’S Southern-style comfort food and barbecue, 19 N. Main St., 973.361.5050

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aDEGa Grill Fine Portuguese and Spanish cuisine with a large wine selection, 130 Ferr y St., 973.589.0550

la DolCE ViTa Casual American/Italian BYO, 120 E. Dewey Ave., 973.361.6777

202 iTalian BiSTro Stylish bistro ser ving northern Italian fare, 177 Main St., 973.709.0093

niCo kiTChEn anD Bar High-end eclectic Italian small plates, 1 Center St., 973.642.1226

SUnSET PUB & Grill Traditional American fare with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, 425 Beaverbrook Rd., 973.694.8700

SPaniSh TaVErn Classic Spanish fare with an emphasis on pairing the right Spanish wine with the meal, 103 McWhorter St. #A, 973.589.4959

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WEST ORANGE

ThE GraSShoPPEr Traditional Irish pub and restaurant, 41-43 Morris St., 973.285.5150

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CaFÉ arUGUla Traditional and nouveau Italian cuisine with a Tuscan flair, 59 South Orange Ave., 973.378.9099

WHIPPANY

aUlD ShEBEEn Authentic Irish pub, specializing in Irish meat loaf wrapped in maple bacon and hearty Guinness-and-beef stew, 1401 Route 10 East, 973.898.6454

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10 t i ps fo r bu y i ng w h at you r k i ds n eed w i t h ou t b r e a k i ng t h e ba n k moms and dads across america spent nearly $70 Billion—that’s billion—on their children’s school supplies last fall, according to estimates from the national retail foundation. the average tab for a k-12 kid: $600-plus. so what do you do af ter you’ve already sif ted through your kids’ clothes for keepers and hand-me-downs, organized a supply swap with your neighbors and scoured junk drawers for per fectly good pencils, rulers and the like? use this intel to score the stuf f your kids still need for a whole lot less!

Give kids a say. they want to wear a new outfit on their first day, and that’s ok. But limit them to two or three items. since it’s still warm out when school starts, steer them to the sales racks of summer clothes. if they need a bigger wardrobe boost, wait at least two weeks after school starts, says nelson, who’s a mom of two boys. “By then, they’ll know what they want to wear, and

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those clothes will already have been marked down.” another tip: consider carrying envelopes with all the moolah you budgeted for each child in cash. when the bills are depleted, shopping is done—a concept the kids will grasp easily.

find deals nearBy. want to know what deals are on tap at stores near you—without spending precious minutes scouring paper ads, making calls or even surfing the web? check out salescircular.com and saleslocator.com. the sites list all the sales in your area in one place.

score rock-Bottom prices. done scrounging around the house for school supplies like folders, binders and paper? try classroom direct.com—an online clearinghouse that boasts some of the cheapest prices around, says nelson. Best of all? free shipping on any order!

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visit the mall weBsites. you might find coupons you can print out or special promotions that will help you save 30 to 40 percent off your bottom line, says nelson, who’s a mother of two boys. example: Go to shopshorthills. com and click on “sales & offers.” while you’re at it, visit websites of individual stores (like kohl’s, lord & taylor, etc.) and type “coupons” into the search box. also, don’t forget about outlet malls. sure, you know you can pick up that $5 coupon booklet at the information kiosk once you get there, but nelson says you can get that booklet free by signing up on the outlet’s website: “you can just go pick it up when you arrive.”

take advantaGe of the competition. “walmart and target are competing at backto-school time,” says nelson. that means they each have stationery items—notebooks, pens, folders—that are

loss leaders (items sold at a loss just to lure consumers into the store). nelson’s strategy? she scours their ads for the deeply discounted items, and because walmart and target will pricematch, she heads to one of the retailers to get the lowest prices on whatever she needs for the whole year—often at 80 to 90 percent off! that means you could possibly get everything at one store instead of doing a parking-lot crawl.

BaG freeBies at office-supply stores. here’s how it works: sign up for a loyalty program at a store such as office depot or staples. for every purchase you make, you will earn reward points. then once a quarter you’ll get a gift card in the mail for what you’ve accumulated. “that’s how i stock my business with supplies,” says nelson. “i get free binders and free pens! and at backto-school time there are lots of deals.”

turn hand-me-downs into must-haves. capitalize on kids’ desire to be older. show them a photo of their big brother or sister wearing the same outfit they’re about to get. suddenly that plaid hoodie will seem really cool.

know when to invest. when kids are little, $5 backpacks are fine, says nelson. But as they hit high school, a new strategy is in order: “rather than buying cheap backpacks each year, invest in something better-quality,” she says. “my son has had the same l.l. Bean backpack for five years. Get it with free shipping and a coupon code—and it has a lifetime guarantee!”

Get the lowest price on the Go. have a smartphone? check out redlaser, shopsavvy and pushpins, apps that enable you to scan or photograph items for instant price comparisons. —Maria LissandreLLo

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make social media work for you. whatever your retailers of choice—old navy, target, striderite—like ’em on facebook and follow ’em on twitter to get coupons and discounts. and sign up for their e-newsletters too, advises stephanie nelson, a.k.a. coupon mom (couponmom.com), whose blog boasts 6 million followers. don’t forget to follow the practice with shoe brands like new Balance, she adds: “you may get an e-mail coupon for $5 to $15 off a pair!”

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Five Reasons to study up on 529 PlAns Millions of faMilies striving to Meet the Mounting costs of college have flocked to 529 college savings plans. For most investors, the plans’ main attractions are the potential for federal tax-deferred earnings growth and federal tax-free qualified withdrawals.1 The plans’ aggregate asset limits, which often exceed $200,000, also appeal to contributors concerned about the potential for a six-figure price tag on a four-year degree. But a closer look at the rules governing 529 plans may reveal other attractive reasons to consider putting them to work as you make one of your most important investments—in your child’s or grandchild’s future.

Avoid federAl gift tAxes And AccelerAte giving

You can contribute up to $13,000 (or $26,000 if you and your spouse give and file jointly) to a 529 plan each year without owing federal gift taxes, provided you haven’t made other financial gifts to the plan beneficiary in the same year. In addition, you can elect to make a lump-sum contribution of up to $65,000 ($130,000 for married couples filing jointly) in the first year of a five-year period, provided you don’t give the beneficiary additional taxable gifts during the five-year period.2

creAte An educAtionAl funding legAcy

A 529 plan offers the owner control over the plan, including flexibility in naming and changing its beneficiary. The beneficiary can be any age and generally can be changed to a qualified relative when needed. For example, if the original beneficiary decides not to attend college, you can designate a new beneficiary. This flexibility may enable you to establish a college funding legacy for current and future

generations. For example, you could open a 529 plan account to pay your child’s college bills. Then, if there’s money left over after he or she finishes college, you can change the beneficiary to another qualified family member and perhaps later to a grandchild.

consolidAte Assets

Consolidating college funding assets for one beneficiary in a single 529 plan can make them easier to manage. Depending on plan rules, you may be able to arrange transfers from a Coverdell Education Savings Account, a custodial account or another 529 plan without triggering federal income taxes. Be sure to review the tax implications with a tax professional, however. Transfers of assets from Series EE and I bonds may also be allowed under certain conditions.

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Money in a 529 account is usually considered by colleges to be the account owner’s asset, which often means the parents’ asset. As a result, a maximum of 5.6% of the balance is generally assumed to be available for college annually, compared with 35% if the assets were the student’s. With a custodial account, on the other hand, the assets are considered the student’s. And according to the Department of Education, qualified distributions from a 529 plan are not counted as parent or student income and therefore do not affect aid eligibility.

Depending on the state you reside in, plan contributions to that state’s 529 plan may be eligible for state tax deductions. Don’t overlook this potential benefit when choosing a plan. There may be other advantages of 529 plans to consider, as well. Be sure to talk with your financial advisor and tax professional for help assessing how a 529 plan may affect your tax situation.

Michael Maglio has been in the financial services industry since 1997. After graduating college, Michael served 12 years as a uSMC officer and later went to work for Merrill lynch. In 2001, Michael went to lPl Financial where he specializes in financial planning services for individual & business clients and getting the most out of their financial resources to help them address their goals. Michael is married with four children and also spends time coaching and volunteering with several organizations. Michael has been a long time lPl registered Principal and Mentor to other aspiring Financial Consultants. Michael holds licenses in life & health Insurance as well as Series 7,24,63 & 65 registrations with lPl Financial.

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cooking for kids st. Joseph’s healthcare system sheraton meadowlands hotel, east ruther ford, april 30, stjosephshealth.org some of the state’s most celebrated chefs come together each year to offer samples of their gourmet dishes at this event, which benefits st. Joseph’s children’s hospital.

1 bryan mueller and leigh mulvihill 2 chef ninamarie bojekian, dorothy myridakis, m.d., stacey tsapatsaris and maria bojekian 3 lidia bastianich with chef Jack Koumbis and his son, alexander 4

spin for a cHild essex county courtappointed special advocates for children (casa) 3sixty cycling studio in montclair, march 4, casaessex.org participants pledged to raise funds and complete a spin class during this fundraising event, which benefited local children who have been removed from their home because of abuse, neglect or abandonment.

4 members of a local soccer team participate. 5 attendees get amped up for an challenging class. 5

Hidden treasures the montclair art museum June 8, montclairartmu seum.org at the museum’s annual gala, attendees enjoyed wine from amanti vino, food from bona vita osteria and pizza vita and live music from eugene chrysler.

6 lora urbanelli, Kathy imlay, tanya poteat, michael gillespie and Janet taylor pickett 7 honoree dolly rosen (in black) 8 benilde little, tammy bolden and linda Wise-skeete 8

race for tHe cure susan g. komen north Jersey south mountain reservation, may 6, komennorthjersey.org breast cancer survivors and their supporters participated in a 5K race and a 5K walk at this event sponspored in part by Morris/Essex Health & Life. 9

participants in the event stopped by the Morris/Essex Health & Life booth to say hello to editor in chief Jennifer vreeland (far left).

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best of morris/essex party & expo morris/essex health & life Sheraton Parsippany Hotel, Apr. 26 Attendees at our annual gala joined the winners of the 2011 Best of Morris/Essex Readersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Choice Awards for an exciting evening that included food and wine sampling, a fashion show and wellness services. Guests were encouraged to vote for their favorite local companies for the 2012 awards, which were announced in June. 1 Beverly Brimmer of Pink Cake Box presents offerings to an attendee. 2 Steven Frohlich, Brenda Galliano and Matthew Cifelli of Pro Active Sports Therapy 3 Model Katya Nicole (second from left) with Sofia Sklifas, Lina Allocca and Toni Mosley of Saks Fifth Avenue 4 Katya Nicole models furs from Saks. 5 Jeneene Norman and Michelle Gabriel of Jules 6 Sandy Klein and Lauren Taylor of Thought in Motion 7 Morris/Essex Health & Life publisher Andy Shane with account executives Mary Lima and Maura Templeton 8 A model presents clothing from Posh Boutique, hair and makeup from Lounge Hair Studio and jewelry from Jules. 9 Morris/Essex Health & Life editors Jennifer Vreeland and Liz Donovan 10 Katja van der Loo of Papyrus Home Design and Jon Martinez of B&G Home Interiors 11 Scallops courtesy of the Sheraton Parsippany Hotel 12 Maureen, Keith and Kellie Jaret of Jarets Stuffed Cupcakes 13 Bryan Gray and Nicole Blackford of Ciao Bella Gelato

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Check out the Chester Craft show on september 8–9.

georgia o’Keeffe’s Chama River, Ghost Ranch, 1937 shows the style you’ll see in her work at the Montclair art Museum starting sept. 28.

AUG 14 the Kiwanis club of

livingston—a branch of the international community service organization—is hosting its 21st annual Golf ClaSSiC at the Knoll country club–West in Parsippany, 11 a.m. the proceeds from this event will go to the community hunger outreach Warehouse. see livingston kiwanis.org for details.

AUG 18 come out for old-fash-

ioned family fun at Canal day at hugh force canal Park in Wharton, 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. this fair will feature live music, kayak rides, a petting zoo and locally grown food and will be followed by fireworks at Robert street Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. Visit canalday.org.

SEPT 6 Morris/Essex Health

& Life is partnering with saks fifth avenue to present faShion’S niGht out in short hills. started in 2009 by anna Wintour of Vogue magazine, this shopping event is intended to boost the economy by inviting fashionistas out to shop while enjoying refreshments, music, discounts and exclusive fashion’s night out merchandise. Visit saks fifthavenue.com for more information.

SEPT 8–9 Browse the works

of hundreds of artisans at the CheSter Craft Show at municipal field in chester, 10 a.m–5 p.m. this rain-orshine event was rated one of the top 100 craft shows in the nation by Sunshine Artist magazine, a national trade publication covering arts and crafts shows. admission: $5 . for more information, visit chestercraftshow.com.

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charles dickens’ second novel, oliver twiSt, will be brought to life at the shakespeare theatre of new Jersey

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in madison. a young english orphan searches for a place to call home when he finds himself initiated into a juvenile gang of pickpockets. tickets: $36–$55 . call 973.408.5600 or visit shakespearenj.org to see performance times and order tickets.

SEPT 28–JAN 20

see sculptures and paintings by Georgia o’Keeffe at the exhibition arChiteCture, KatSinam and the land at the montclair art museum. the gallery is a focus on the lesserknown side of o’Keeffe’s art, with works centered on native american life and the culture of new mexico, including drawings, watercolors and paintings of hopi Katsina dolls. admission: $12 . call 973.746.5555 or visit montclairart museum.org. send event listings to: Morris/Essex Health & Life, 110 summit avenue, montvale, nJ 07645; or e-mail us at thingstodo@wainscot media.com. listings must be received two months in advance of the event and must include a phone number that will be published.

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stretch out on a blanket and enjoy an evening of live music by the Garden State ConCert Band at the scenic eagle Rock Reservation in West orange, 7 p.m. this event is part of the essex county free concert series. Visit essex-countynj.org for details.

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BEYOND MORRIS/ESSEX

VITAL STATS

WESTFIELD, N.J. NEW JERSEY IS HOME TO 25 MAIN

Street communities (designated by the National Trust for Historic Preservation), but Westfield in Union County is the only one that’s won the Great American Main Street Award (in 2004). Selected by a jury of community development experts, winners must have created economic vitality and a unique sense of place, serving as a model for downtowns nationwide. And indeed, downtown Westfield—with almost 500 stores, professional services and restaurants—has something to suit every taste. Westfield was originally known as the West Fields of Elizabethtown of Elizabeth Township, and the first known settlement there dates to 1720, 100 years after the Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock. The area was once the home of the Leni Lenape Indians, and their heritage is remembered in the names of town locations such as Lenape Trail, Manitou Circle and Mindowaskin and Tamaques parks. Noted for its beautiful homes, broad, tree-lined streets and exceptional schools, Westfield is widely considered one of New Jersey’s best places to live.

E AT VICKI’S DINER. Vicki’s

is the place for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Expect quick, courteous service with a smile. 110 E. Broad St., 908.233.6887. XOCOLATZ. At this hardto-categorize yet wildly popular BYO restaurant, proprietor/executive chef Jaime Chaves offers daily specials and, yes, chocolate-chip cookies. 235 Elmer St., 908.232.3962. LIMANI SEAFOOD GRILL. Voted “Best Seafood Restaurant in Union County.” Enjoy grilled or broiled fish served just the way you like it. 235 North Ave. West, 908.233.0052. BOVELLA’S PASTRY SHOPPE.

Pause for a cup of coffee, a freshly baked pastry, a cookie or a slice of red velvet cake. 101 E. Broad St., 908.232.4149.

SHOP Treat your couch or club chair to glorious folk art pillows. Appreciate century-old barn wood recycled into tables. Pick up lovely jewelry for all occasions. This place is eclectic defined! 221 E. Broad St., 908.654.0444. BITTERSWEET DESIGNS. You’ll discover a huge selec-

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tion of handbags, gifts for the home, baby gifts and jewelry. Everything wears a secret sign that says, “Buy me!” 212 Lenox Ave., 908.389.0330. ALAN’S ORCHARD . There’s a waiting list for “Fresh Boxes” filled with New Jersey farm produce. Choose “real” frozen yogurt, milk in glass bottles, jars of honey and organic specialties. 102 Quimby St., 908.654.0700. SAVORY SPICE SHOP. All spices are freshly ground and packed in little glass bottles or plastic bags. Customize your own. Buy as little as a half ounce. 138 E. Broad St., 908.264.8947.

POPULATION 30,316 SIZE 6.72 sq. miles MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME $127,799 YEAR INCORPORATED 1794 DRIVING TIME About 30 minutes

became a museum in 1972. Open from September through June, it features programs showcasing life in Colonial times. A favorite: the annual Sheep-to-Shawl Festival demonstrating sheep shearing with live sheep. 614 Mountain Ave., 908.232.1776. PERUSE ART GALLERIES.

Admire artwork and unusual gifts at EVALYN DUNN GALLERY, which is often the scene of special events. 549 South Ave. West, 908.232.0412; JUXTAPOSE GALLERY is filled with interesting framed art and jewelry. 58 Elm St., 908.232.3278. —MILLICENT K. BRODY

WALK TO MINDOWASKIN PARK.

The area is a great place to stop, breathe and smell the fresh air. Hang out in the gazebo, relax on a bench, admire the scenery. VISIT THE MILLER-CORY HOUSE

One of Westfield’s first homes, built in 1740, the Miller-Cory House

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Big Buddha clutch from Bittersweet Designs. RIGHT, TOP TO BOTTOM: Second Time Around consignment shop, Savory Spice Shop

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