Yes, we did it! The Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange, New Jersey opened its TreeTop Adventure Aerial Course today. We were set to have this as our family adventure. I’ve ziplined before in Alaska with my hubby and thought this would be scary and fun for the kids. Little did I know the adventure [...]
Get ready New Jersey July 4th Holiday Activities throughout Essex County
June 25, 2011 By
Looking for something to do July 4th weekend? Many towns across the nation have cut back or cancelled their July 4th activities. Don’t fret, though. You don’t have to run into New York for fireworks, look at these towns below to see where you can have some fun. There are probably many more activities happening, [...]
The iPhone & iPad Lets You Pinpoint the Right Buyer for Your Home
April 21, 2011 By
The Today Show reported this morning how, if a person is using an iPhone or 3G iPad, their every move has been tracked and recorded with a time stamp. Just think if Bob and I walked into your home and during our listing presentation we pulled out our iPhone/iPad and began to automatically identify home [...]
AMC THEATER REVIEW: Where Money, Movie and Food Come Together in West Orange, NJ
November 18, 2010 By
The AMC Dine-In Theater at the Essex Green in West Orange, NJ had its grand opening the other day. My family and I were so excited to go and couldn’t wait to see what it was all about. I mean, can you really watch a movie and be served food without being distracted? I can [...]
Today is Your Day to Learn So Much About West Orange, New Jersey
September 19, 2010 By
Whether you have been living here for years or just thinking about moving into town, today’s town picnic in front of the municipal building at 66 Main Street from Noon – 3:00pm is the place to be. This free event gives you the opportunity to meet residents, various community organizations, all the municipality departments and [...]
Local Artist Wows Us At Valley Arts District Show
July 31, 2010 By
I had such a good time tonight attending the Contemporary Tribal Markings exhibit at the Ironworks Gallery in Orange, part of the Orange and West Orange NJ up and coming Valley Arts District. It was a great way to start the working weekend, chatting with people over wine and art in a very engaging and [...]
Weekend Activities Abound In and Around West Orange, NJ
June 18, 2010 By
You probably don’t have to go far right now to find activities for this weekend. I know that’s the case around here. The key is to decide to skip the proverbial Father’s Day tie and determine how much you want to do in this gorgeous weather. Start today by going to get a pair of [...]
Become a Garden Friend in West Orange, New Jersey
June 9, 2010 By
There are many green thumbs — and green-thumbs-to-be — friends and neighbors in West Orange, New Jersey. Claire, a resident in town, thought it would be nice if people in town could share tips, tricks, finds, and the ups and downs of gardening. She sends out weekly gardening emails to keep us all informed and [...]
