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New to Town? Madison Newcomers First Social Sept 10th

Just moved to Madison?  Wondering about the best local activities or where to find play dates for your kids?  What about a play date for YOU?  Moms need friends too!  The Madison Newcomers is a club for moms and women looking for new friends and women who share similar interests.  The group will share information […]

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Kimball Avenue Historic District in Westfield

Westfield, New Jersey, is known throughout the region as “Colonial Westfield”, due to its large concentration of historically significant architecture.  Throughout town there are many examples of colonial architecture that reflect the cultural diversity of Westfield’s early residents.  Design elements such as English shingles, Dutch roofs, German stones, and Swedish planks can be found on […]

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South Orange International Blues Festival – Sept 8th

South Orange, New Jersey has long been known for its commitment to arts, music and culture.  And for the last three years, it has been developing a new reputation as a mecca for the all American music invention called “The Blues”.  Sunday, September 8 is the 3rd Annual South Orange International Blues Festival featuring performances […]

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Best Hiking Trails Around Short Hills and Summit

Northern New Jersey is known for beautiful hills, mountains and parkland.  There are dozens of great trails within a short drive of Short Hills and Summit. Some of the closest and best are: Palisades Interstate Park: Palisades Boulder Field Trail Great Swamp Wilderness Trail Appalachian Trail: Sunfish Pond & Mount Mohican Palisades Interstate Park and […]

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Mendham Mid-Century Masterpiece

The newly listed property at 27 Washington Valley Road in Mendham Township exemplifies the beauty and excellence of design that characterizes Mid-Century Modern architecture. With Frank Lloyd Wright leading the movement in the U.S., the Mid-Century designers focused on the philosophy of “organic architecture”.  The primary ideology of this style was that designs would adhere […]

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The Summit Diner – A Landmark with a Hollywood Connection

Ever since 1929, the Summit Diner has been serving good meals to people. In fact, the diner has already been considered as a town landmark, and it is still under the same owner. Take a seat at one of their classic red leather booths, or perhaps grab one of those counter stools and order a […]

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Mid-Century Modern Design & Furnishings

The term “Mid-Century Modern” was originally defined in the influential book Mid-Century Modern: Furniture of the 1950’s by Cara Greenberg.  Published in 1984, this book encapsulated and identified the styles of design, architecture, furniture and other decor that had been permeating many corners of the world since the pre & post World War II eras.  Designs […]

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Making Your Northern New Jersey Teen a Safer Driver (Aug 25th)

Event Details What: Making Your Northern New Jersey Teen a Safer Driver When: August 25, 2013 at 9:00 am Where: MetLife Stadium Drive, East Rutherford, New Jersey Drive Safer provides a focused car control course that teaches young drivers how to control their own vehicles in the face of real world situations on the road. […]

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The Wine Festival at Historic New Bridge Landing (Aug 24th)

This fun and fabulous fundraising event is going to feature some of New Jersey’s finest wineries, live music, food vendors and artists/craftmen in a truly historic setting! All three historic houses will also be open for tours including the Steuben House. The delectable cuisine will be provided by Sanducci’s & Choripan Rodizio (at an additional […]

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Summer Music Concert with David Polansky in Chatham (Aug 20th)

Take a musical journey through time at the Summer Music Concert with David Polansky on Tuesday, August 20th.  Sponsored in part by a grant from the Chatham Cultural Council, Mr. Polansky will show the audience how the last 100 years of U.S. history has shaped the popular songs we all know and love today.  The […]

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“Shakespeare in Hollywood” in Chatham Aug 20th-24th

Sponsored in part by Ohio University and Friends of Monomoy Theatre, the 56th season of “Shakespeare in Hollywood” is almost here, and this year’s production promises to be as fantastic as ever! About the Play Commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company, and winner of The Helen Hayes Award for Best New Play of the Year. […]

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Family Fun Night of Art Every Saturday in Maplewood

Express Yourself Studios is an art studio and art gallery dedicated to children and adults to express themselves creatively via classes in the arts. It is also a space where artists are welcome to create and display their work utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio offers a Summer Art Workshop, an Artist-in-Residency […]

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Everything Old Is New Again — New Trends Toward Mid-Century Modern

Our Midtown Direct communities are filled with stately, turn of the century homes showcasing old world charm on well established properties.  In recent years, there has been a real buzz in the market and a growing interest in modern type dwellings.  The newness, attention to detail and architectural distinctiveness of a newer home makes each […]

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Music and Band Events in Westfield Through August 31st

There’s no better way to spend a sweet summer’s evening than with some beautiful tunes under a starry sky.  Westfield, New Jersey and the surrounding areas offer many fantastic opportunities for summer concerts.  Many of these events are also family friendly and free! Westfield’s Sweet Sounds Downtown Jazz Festival continues Tuesday nights through August 27th. […]

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Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge for Great Summer Hikes

The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is one of New Jersey’s natural treasures.  It was established in 1960 with the aim to conserve the state’s wonderful natural resources for the public to enjoy and to protect the area’s threatened and endangered species.  It is located in Morris County, about 26 miles west of midtown Manhattan, […]

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Downtown Summit – Shopping, Food & Fun

Location: 18 Bank Street Summit, NJ 07901 (1E) | Get Directions » Phone: 908-277-6100 Website: http://www.summitdowntown.org/ Summit Downtown is a non-profit organization representing retailers and businesses in the Special Improvement District. The purpose of SDI is to foster the development and improvement of the quality of life in the business community in the downtown area. It is governed by a 21 member Board of Trustees comprised […]

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Summit National Night Out Aug 6th

The Summit Police Department joins police departments from all over the nation in celebrating National Night Out! A variety of fun as well as informative events are scheduled throughout the evening including demonstrations and displays from the Summit First Aid Squad, Summit Police Department, Summit Fire Department, Department of Community Services and other emergency services […]

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Frelinghuysen Arboretum

  The George Griswold Frelinghuysen Arboretum is comprised of 127 acres of land. It is located at 53 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, New Jersey. It opens from day to day, without any charge on admission. It is also the known headquarters of the Morris County Parks Commission. What to See The arboretum is quite proud […]

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Parks & Play Options in Millburn

Millburn, New Jersey has a number of beautiful parks and recreational areas. The recreation department for Millburn also provides a number of programs that everyone in the family can take advantage of. Here are some ideal locations that are perfect for an outing with loved ones. Taylor Park This park is 16 acres and has […]

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