A Note from Our Publisher
Welcome to the June issue of the Bernards-Ridge 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 great day or weekend trips that are only a car ride away and dining options will satisfy the most discerning of palettes.
As a community magazine, we strive to optimize our readers’ experience with BOTH our print and digital media to attract the widest audience.
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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 loaded with information and insights: theconnectionsnj.com/latest-news
WINNER WINNER!
The Bernards-Ridge spring issue ‘Spot the Fake’ ad winner is Linda A. Root. Linda won an overnight stay at the Bernards Inn in Bernardsville.
Gracing the cover is a painting by local artist Jim Rodgers. The artwork is entitled “Goldfinch & Blossoms”. Jim’s inspiration for this piece is from “the numerous feeders around our gardens we’ve watched the goldfinches return over the years to eat my wife’s homemade bird food. They’ve given me great painting joy. Please read his impressive bio on page 8.
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Sincerely,
Anna Petro, Publisher