THE WARREN-WATCHUNG CONNECTION PAGE 6 JUNE/JULY/AUGUST 2022 theconnectionsnj.com Welcome to the June issue of the Warren Watchung Connection! With summer just around the corner, our Summer Fun & Destination Summer sections will focus on the things that bring families and friends together - food and activities along with great conversations. The highlighted destinations are for a day or weekend getaway that are only a car ride away and great dining options for those lovely summer days & nights. As a community magazine, we strive to optimize our readers’ experience with BOTH our print and digital media to attract the widest audience. OUR POPULAR DIGITAL FEATURES Let’s shout it out for our LOCAL businesses! We LOVE our LOCAL businesses and the COMMENDS articles highlight their success. Each article features their stories, expertise, and vision. We hope that as our valued readers you appreciate us showcasing their products & services, the deals they offer and the stories behind their businesses. Additionally, find articles on Health & Wellness, Senior Living, Cutting-Edge Medical Technology, Family Laws, Travel & more on our BLOG. Written by industry experts, they are filled with information and insights: theconnectionsnj.com/latest-news Gracing the cover is a painting by local artist Sandy Ruda. The artwork is entitled Serenity. Sandy told us “My oil painting, Serenity, was inspired by dear friends of mine who were getting married last year. I wanted to give them an original painting of mine as a gift and I put a lot of thought into the subject matter. I love painting fruit and that led me to this still life as this couple relishes culinary pursuits. The classic and elegant feel in the mood of this piece also felt right for them. The subtle lighting on the fruit and pitcher created a sense of calm and serenity and also a sense of timelessness.” Please read her impressive bio on page 8. Don’t forget to FOLLOW our social media channels. We truly do CONNECT you to your communities. Sincerely, Anna Petro Publisher TABLE OF CONTENTS Founded by the Late Robin Fand PUBLISHER Anna Petro OFFICE MANAGER Donna Reina EDITORIAL & PRODUCTION COORDINATOR Jody Varvaro DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING MANAGER Prachi Jain ADVERTISING EXECUTIVES Patty Herman, Alicia Singman CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Gail L. Abrams, Rosie Battista, Gail Bicknell, ASID, CAPS, Andrea S. Freeman, VMD, MS, Carolyn Hanson, Sherry Kevoe, Joanne Kleinle, Ellyn Mantell, Dr. Michael Osit, Goldie Ribiat, Rachel Ricucci, Dan Rosenberg, Jill Stoltz, Gail Whiting ASID, CID PUBLISHED BY Connection Magazine, LLC • P.O. Box 4081 • Warren, NJ 07059 908-903-1799 info@theconnectionsnj.com Disclaimer: The views expressed in the articles are the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Connection Magazines. We publish all advertisements, editorials, and other content in good faith. We cannot guarantee or accept any liability for the accuracy of the claims made by our advertisers. Somewhere in this Magazine is a FAKE AD. Spot it and send your answer, name, city and phone number to: Spotthefake@theconnectionsnj.com Subject Line: FAKE or play online at theconnectionsnj.com More than 350 people took part in our Spot The Fake Ad Contest in the April-May issue. Congratulations to everyone who “spotted” Matchmaker Microbots. The winner, selected randomly from a list of all those who entered and provided the correct answer, is Heather Silver of Warren. The winner received a gift certificate from Duck Donuts in Green Brook. SPOT THE FAKE! A NOTE FROM OUR PUBLISHER ON THE COVER Sandy Ruda ....................................Page 8 CONNECTION COMMENDS Bakehouse by Joe Murphy. ...........Page 20 Arthur Murray Dance Centers. ......Page 23 Woolverton Inn...............................Page 28 O.N. Esthetics Salon & Day Spa....Page 38 Joy of Living....................................Page 56 Lawyers View – Gail L. Abrams, Attorney at Law...Page 10 Pets’ Health – Kind Veterinary Care Center. ..........Page 14 SUMMER FUN SECTION – Eat, Drink, Celebrate ............... Pages 18-26 BERKELEY HEIGHTS SECTION.......Page 27 DESTINATION SUMMER SECTION................................... Pages 28-29 KIDZ CONNECTION SECTION.................................. Pages 30-32 Family Adventures..........................Page 31 Random Connections. ....................Page 32 HEALTH & WELLNESS SECTION.................................. Pages 37-46 Sleeping Naked..............................Page 43 Slice of Life......................................Page 46 HOME & DESIGN SECTION........Pages 47-57 Hints for the Home – Fair Street Interiors........................Page 48 Design Trends: Gail Whiting, ASID,CID. .................Page 54 Senior Corner..................................Page 58 Creative Corner..............................Page 58 SENIOR LIVING SECTION...... Pages 59-61 Health Hotline - APros/Application Pros..................Page 61 COMMUNITY CALENDAR........ Pages 62-63 Mind the Mind...............................Page 64 WINNER WINNER! The Warren-Watchung spring issue ‘Spot the Fake’ ad winner is Heather Silver of Warren. Heather won a gift certificate to Duck Donuts in Green Brook. Summer Fun! EAT, DRINK & CELEB TE!
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