Local business owners, entrepreneurs and community leaders gathered August 20th for the Pascack Valley City Lifestyle Summer Social, held at The Yard at Hearth & Tap Co. The evening was filled with networking, flavorful bites and a showcase of local vendors that highlighted the strong spirit of community in Bergen County.
The Yard, Hearth & Tap’s open-air event space on Kinderkamack Road, offered the perfect backdrop for the summer evening. With its rustic design, string lights and casual atmosphere, the venue provided a relaxed yet vibrant setting where guests could mingle under the late-August sky. Known as a go-to spot in Montvale for craft cocktails, seasonal menus and spacious outdoor dining, Hearth & Tap elevated the night with a spread of amazing food and signature drinks that gave guests a true taste of the restaurant’s hospitality.
Attendees were welcomed with specialty coffee creations courtesy of Brews & More, whose mobile coffee bar kept the energy high. Nearby, Dicey’s Spicy drew a crowd with bold flavors at their tasting table, offering giveaways that added extra buzz to the evening. Guests also enjoyed interactive experiences, including a photo booth from Luvlissa, where props and candid shots made for plenty of laughs and memories.
Visual storytelling was captured by FourWeb Media, whose photo and video coverage highlighted the energy of the event and the connections being made. CXB Designs added a polished touch with custom signage, setting the tone for an elevated networking experience.
The Summer Social was designed as a way to bring people together — not only to network, but to celebrate the businesses and individuals who shape the Pascack Valley area. Guests swapped business cards, shared ideas and forged partnerships in an environment that was as welcoming as it was inspiring.
“Our goal is always to create meaningful opportunities for people to connect locally,” said Anthony Rizzo, publisher of Pascack Valley City Lifestyle. “The Summer Social reflects the heart of our magazine — community, collaboration and celebrating the people who make this area so special.”
A heartfelt thank-you goes out to the vendors, guests and partners whose support made the evening possible. Their contributions and enthusiasm helped create an atmosphere that was not only enjoyable, but truly reflective of what Pascack Valley City Lifestyle represents. The Summer Social was more than a networking night — it was a celebration of community and the people who make our magazine thrive.
Vendor List:
Brews & More
Service: Coffee Bar
Social: @brewsnmore
Website: brewsnmore.com
Cxb Designs
Service: Signage
Social: @cxb.design
Website: cynthiabattagliadesign.com
Dicey’s Spicy
Service: Tasting Table
Social: @diceys_spicy
Website: diceysspicy.com
FourWeb Media
Service: Photo/Video
Social: @fourwebgroup
Website: fourwebgroup.com
Hearth & Tap
Service: Event Venue, Food & Drinks
Social: @hearthandtapco
Website: hearthandtap.com
Luvlissa Photobooth & Entertainment Services
Service: Photobooth Services
Social: @luvlissa1
Website: luvlissa.com
Interested in attending events like these in the future? Reach out to learn how you can partner with Pascack Valley City Lifestyle by emailing Anthony Rizzo at anthony.rizzo@citylifestyle.com.