Style + Beauty

A Little Sparkle for the Collar

Nuggyz brings jewelry-inspired letter charms to pets with plenty of personality. Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Erika Galvez For our Kids + Pets Issue, we looked for something special for the four-legged family members who already have the bed, toys, treats and most of the household authority. Enter Nuggyz, a jewelry-inspired collection from Nuggets & Karats that brings a little glamour to the collar with custom letter pendants made for pets who were never meant to blend in. The...

Fitness

Movement With a Message

Fitness, confidence and character lessons for today’s kids. Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Nigel John-Baptiste At a time when kids are spending more of childhood on screens, Dave Joisil saw an opportunity. Instead of fighting technology, the New Jersey educator and creator chose to turn it into a tool for movement, confidence and character building. Today, Joisil is the creator behind “Hey, It’s Mr. J,” a growing children’s brand centered on fitness, social-emotional learning...

Education

Service to the Community

Empowering Students to Use Their Gifts in Service to Others Article by AnneMarie Vaughn | Photography by Immaculate Heart Academy There is a reason why Immaculate Heart Academy has been repeatedly named the Best Private School in Bergen County. In addition to its rigorous academic program and powerhouse athletics, students are empowered on a daily basis to lead with confidence and contribute meaningfully to the world around them. Service at IHA is more than just something that is required; it...

Arts + Culture

Behind Little Billy

Author Barry Farber turns childhood imagination into a story about empathy, courage and confidence. Article by Brooke Boyer | Photography by Barry Farber The story of Little Billy began with a child’s imagination. Barry Farber grew up spending summers at a camp in Pennsylvania, where his father worked as director and his mother served as the nurse. His childhood was filled with forests, lakes, mountain trails and a small log cabin. Years later, that cabin would inspire the opening scenes of...