Fitness

Big Vision. Big Energy. Big Heart.

Tony Bianchino, Owner of Out Run Your Fork in Westfield, makes a big impact. Article by Terry Azad | Photography by Provided Everything about Tony Bianchino — owner of Out Run Your Fork in Westfield, NJ — feels big. His presence. His energy. His smile. Even his muscles. But what draws people in isn’t the physical stature; it’s the gravitational pull of someone who shares his enthusiasm for life generously and without hesitation. Tony is a man with many chapters behind him and countless more...

Health + Wellness

Defy Gravity with Air Yoga

Fly into Fitness at AIR Aerial Fitness in New Providence. Owner and Master Instructor Maura Babson takes fitness to a higher level Article by Terry Azad | Photography by Photos by Craig Smith In downtown New Providence, tucked along Springfield Avenue, there’s a workout waiting over your head — literally. AIR Aerial Fitness, at 1280 Springfield Ave, isn’t your average studio. It’s a place where you climb into a silk hammock and elevate your entire fitness routine. AIR Aerial Fitness is part...

Health + Wellness

Publisher Spotlight Series: Comfort Home Dental

Scotch Plains City Lifestyle sits with our newest partner: Dr. Elizabeth Ike of Comfort Home Dental Article and Photography by Tell us about your business! I am a dentist that exclusively makes house calls! I bring the dental chair to people who struggle getting to a traditional dental office and provide dental care right in the comfort of a patient’s home.   Wait…what?  You bring the dentist office to a patient’s house? HOW? YES!  I have all of the equipment in my car to properly...

Life + Culture

Snow Much Fun!

Scotch Plains-Fanwood residents head to the mountains to hit the slopes and catch amazing views Article by Terry Azad | Photography by Provided There’s something undeniably magical about leaving town and heading to the mountains. The air grows crisp and clean and worries fade behind you. Whether you’re strapping into skis or a snowboard, there’s a thrill in carving fresh tracks down a powder-covered slope and feeling the wind rush past your face. It is no wonder that so many local families...

Education

The Power of Functional Medicine

Local Functional Medicine Practioner, Kate Motz, answers our questions about functional medicine Article by Kate Motz | Photography by Provided WHAT IS FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE? Functional medicine is what you turn to when you’re tired of feeling like a walking collection of symptoms and prescriptions. It’s a root-cause, whole-body approach that asks, “Why is this happening?” instead of “What pill can we use to manage the symptoms?” Traditional medicine mutes the smoke alarm. Functional...

Life + Culture

For the Birds! (And Bird Lovers!)

Find the perfect gift for bird-watching enthusiasts at Wild Birds Unlimited Article by Terry Azad | Photography by Craig Smith Some of the funniest moments I experienced growing up involved my dad and his ongoing quest to keep squirrels out of the bird feeder hanging from a tree in our yard. First, he would outfit the feeder with homemade booby traps designed to outsmart these crafty woodland creatures. Then, he would sit at the kitchen table daring…DARING…his bushy-tailed foes to try…JUST...

Life + Culture

When Giving is the Gift

Our House Inc's CEO Michelle DelCorsano gives and lives a life of purpose Article by Terry Azad | Photography by Provided Fanwood resident and lifelong “Jersey Girl” Michele DelCorsano is a natural giver. As a graduate of Union Catholic Highschool in Scotch Plains she learned from an early age how to turn compassion into purpose. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Susquehanna University and a master’s degree in organizational psychology from Kean University, she now...

Home Services

Merry AND BRIGHT!

Spotlight on local business owner Carlos Rocha of High Class Electric Article by Terry Azad | Photography by Craig Smith When local resident Carlos Rocha decided to go out on his own over eleven years ago, it was with one thing in mind: Home. A licensed electrician with a strict code of conduct, Carlos prioritized respect for the residences and businesses he was trusted to service. But his highest priority was his two sons David (11) and Mason (7). Carlos knew he needed to own his schedule to...

Food + Beverage

The Gift of Cheer

Local wine expert Dan Amatuzzi partners with Liad Amir of Sunrise Cellars in Westfield to curate the perfect wine gift Article by Dan Amatuzzi | Photography by Craig Smith As the holidays draw near, our charming community begins to sparkle.  Twinkling lights down Park Avenue, the scent of pine and cinnamon seeping from neighborhood homes, and the joyful buzz of local shops championing the revelry of the season. Whether you’re attending a holiday dinner or festive get-together, bringing a...

Shopping

Shopping on Main Street

Stroll downtown to find unique gifts at these hidden gem main street retailers Article by Terry Azad | Photography by Craig Smith The holidays are a time for giving—and one of the most meaningful ways to give back is by shopping close to home. Supporting local retailers keeps our community vibrant and our downtown full of life. Local retailers offer something you can’t always find online or in big-box stores: personal service, curated selections, and genuine connection. Whether it’s a...