Celery is one of those vegetables that get taken for granted. Let’s get up close and personal. Most of the plant is usable, the stalks as a crisp vegetable to be eaten raw or cooked, the leaves as a flavoring or dried as an herb, and the seeds as a spice. Celery has been used … Continued
Toddler Fun thought it might be worth providing all the dads out there with a little advice on bonding with your toddler. This can often be an issue as mother and child are bonding long before she gives birth and, in most cases, mother is the primary care-giver. Dads, don’t feel left out! Here are … Continued
Millstone Township welcomes a new business to add to our already fine collection of local businesses. His new practice opening at the end of June will be Law Offices of John T. Bazzurro, LLC on 200 Meco Drive. Mr. Bazzurro comes to us with 20 years of experience in personal injury, employment law, insurance litigation, … Continued
By Susan Heckler Arthritis is actually an umbrella term as there are many different kinds of arthritis; each with different symptoms and treatments. Most types of arthritis are chronic. Half of all people age 65 and older are troubled by this disease. The warning signs that you might have some form of arthritis if you … Continued
Transitioning Help your child transition from elementary to middle school. Discuss the concerns he or she may have before starting middle school, such as learning from many teachers, getting to class on time, finding his or her locker, getting on the right bus, knowing where the cafeteria is, navigating crowded hallways and doing more homework.Talk … Continued
One of the best compliments the Monmouth County Park System hears from visitors is how “lucky” they feel to live in Monmouth County because of the great parks. Since the mission of the Park System is to improve the quality of the life for residents of Monmouth County by providing exceptional park and recreation facilities … Continued
Families have many reasons to enjoy Spring Lake this summer. This picturesque town offers an unhurried atmosphere of beachside views and two miles of uncluttered beach, as well as the longest non-commercial boardwalk in New Jersey. The one-of-a-kind atmosphere of Spring Lake is notable for more than 60 fine shops and boutiques and a variety … Continued
By Pam Teel The Italian American Cultural Society of New Jersey is nine months strong with approximately sixty members and plenty of room for more to join. Come and grow with the organization as they find more ways to embrace and honor their Italian heritage and give back to their communities. With a mix of … Continued
When you are mindful, you are fully present, in-the-moment without judgment. When it comes to eating, mindfulness helps amplify the volume of your body’s cues so you can hear loud and clear when you are hungry and full. Many social and environmental factors can stand in the way of being able to accurately decode your … Continued
Giving kids medicine safely can be complicated. It may be frightening to give a young child certain medications knowing that too much or too little can cause serious effects. But with a little knowledge and a lot of double-checking, you can give your kids medicine safely and prevent dangerous reactions. Using medications safely means knowing … Continued