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Crafting Outdoor Spaces with Heart

Bruno Design Associates blends lifestyle, landscape, and lasting connections in the heart of Somerset Hills. Article by Patti Zielinski | Photography by Liz Polo - My Havana Photography When Somerset Hills City Lifestyle caught up with Tracy and Jason Bruno of Bruno Design Associates in Chester earlier this spring, life was buzzing with excitement. Their family was celebrating a trio of academic milestones: their daughter, Alyssa, was graduating from Boston College, while their sons...

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Explore the 2025 Mansion in May

A Stunning Tour of Wildfair in Chester Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Heather Swartz Photo, North Jersey Drone Shots We had the chance to experience this year’s Mansion in May up close—and trust us, Wildfair was worth the hype. The gates to this historic Chester Township estate opened to the public on May 1, kicking off one of New Jersey’s most anticipated design events. By the time the last guest walked through at the end of the month, more than 22,000 visitors had explored the...

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Special Parent’s Night Out

An Evening of Joy, Respite, and Community Connection Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Roman K. Photography This May, families across Northern New Jersey gathered for an unforgettable evening of joy, connection, and community at the 26th semi-annual Special Parent’s Night Out and Special Needs Carnival , hosted by Resurgent Church in Far Hills. Organized by the Special Parents Organization, the event provided a much-needed evening of respite for parents and caregivers of children...

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Empowering Women Through Jewelry

The Mira Shoppe’s Journey Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Stories by Uthara & Vinayak, StrixMedia, Heather Tafur After two decades as a corporate executive in the chemical industry, Basking Ridge resident Farheen Qadir decided it was time to pursue a long-held dream—one sparked by frequent work trips to Mexico and a growing passion for artisan jewelry. In December 2023, she launched The Mira Shoppe , an online boutique featuring handcrafted sterling silver pieces, all made by...