Travel

A Weekend Escape Worth the Drive: Discover Wind Creek Bethlehem

An upscale Lehigh Valley retreat with spa, shopping, dining, and entertainment just a short drive away Article by Lucille Rizzo | Photography by Wind Creek Bethlehem For Pascack Valley residents looking to escape without the hassle of flights or long travel days, Wind Creek Bethlehem offers a compelling answer: a full-scale resort experience about 90 minutes away. Set against the backdrop of the historic Bethlehem Steel site, this destination blends industrial heritage with modern luxury...

Travel

Escape the Everyday

A Sophisticated Shoreline Getaway at The Reeds at Shelter Haven Article by Lucille Rizzo | Photography by The Reeds at Shelter Haven For Pascack Valley residents, the Jersey Shore has long been a summer staple, but what if your next escape felt entirely elevated? Just a drive away,  The Reeds at Shelter Haven in Stone Harbor  redefines the coastal getaway, blending boutique luxury, thoughtful service, and a sense of seaside serenity. Consistently recognized by  Travel + Leisure  as a World’s...

Wellness

Beyond Schedules:

How Elements Is Redefining Mental Health Support for Modern Families Article by Elements Psychological Services | Photography by Clara Wang Photography As families transition into the back-to-school season, the focus often falls on logistics, including new schedules, academic demands, extracurricular activities and the return to structured routines. Calendars fill quickly, and expectations rise just as fast. But beneath all of this preparation lies a critical, often overlooked foundation...

Life + Culture

Connection in Bloom

An elevated spring networking experience bringing together the Pascack Valley business community Article by Lucille Rizzo | Photography by Four Web Media There is something powerful about the Pascack Valley business community when it comes together with intention. Connection in Bloom was created to celebrate exactly that. Hosted by Pascack Valley City Lifestyle, the spring networking event welcomed entrepreneurs, creatives, and local business owners for an evening dedicated to connection...

Travel

From Doorstep to Destination

Love LV Travel’s full-service approach that makes every journey feel effortless Article by Julian Crest | Photography by Jared Wexler For some people, travel begins with a search bar. For Jared Wexler, it starts with a conversation. The founder of Love LV Travel did not set out to build a business in the traditional sense. He simply followed a long-standing passion. For nearly a decade, Wexler had been the person friends and family turned to when planning their next getaway. He was the one...

Food + Beverage

Lavender Pea Flower Lemonade

A refreshing floral twist on classic lemonade, featuring vibrant butterfly pea flower tea and calming lavender flavors perfect for summer entertaining Article and Photography by The Mane Event Mobile Bar Lavender Pea Flower Lemonade Cocktail Ingredients: 2 oz vodka 1 oz lavender pea flower syrup (made fresh- see how to make below) 2 oz lemonade Ice Lemon wheel & lavender sprig for garnish in 12oz glass How to Make Cocktail: Fill glass with ice Add vodka Add lemonade Top...

Home Services

Meet the Window Fashionista

When it comes to window coverings, most homeowners think in terms of products—blinds, shades, or drapery.But Sonie Skogerson, known as The Window Fashionista, sees something entirely different.She sees windows the way a fashion designer sees a wardrobe—as an opportunity to bring together style, fit, and function into one cohesive look.Her story, recently featured in Pascack Valley City Lifestyle, shows exactly why that perspective matters for homeowners.From Fashion to Windows: A...

Arts + Culture

Ask The Appraiser

A decades-old mystery uncovers a celebrated artist and surprising value Article and Photography by Jon Felz In this feature, we hear from Jon Felz, an expert appraiser from RZM Fine Arts & Antiques, who provides valuable insights on evaluating prized possessions. Have something you're curious about having appraised? Reach out to Jon for a chance to have your items featured in a future "Ask the Appraiser" column. Note to Appraiser: After reading your wonderful column for years, I finally...

Life + Culture

Bylines and Brotherhood: The Shared Drive Behind Jack Curry and Ian O’Connor

Two Pascack Valley locals, bound by family and fueled by craft, have shaped the voice of modern sports storytelling from press box to bestseller list. Article by Julian Crest | Photography by Clara Wang Photography In a profession defined by deadlines, competition and constant reinvention, few careers endure at the highest level for decades. Fewer still do so with both distinction and consistency. And almost none unfold alongside a family member who understands the grind as intimately as you...

Arts + Culture

A Conversation in Color

Inside the expressive, ever-evolving world of artist Kim Schmitt Thomas Article by Kim Schmitt Thomas | Photography by Kim Schmitt Thomas & Christine Nagy Step inside ABSTRACT in Westwood, and you will quickly realize this is not your typical gallery. It is alive with movement, color, conversation and curiosity. At the center of it all is Kim Schmitt Thomas, a lifelong artist whose work feels as much like a dialogue as it does a visual experience. We sat down with Thomas to talk about her...