BERGEN magazine - Bergen Health & Life April 2012
House Tour de Force
A local women’s club raises big bucks for charity with its annual fundraiser
“All Star” Shoe Shopping
Converse launches its first mall-based retail store at the Garden State Plaza—our editor checks it out.
Garden Contest
Submit photos of your garden for the chance to win two tickets to the Designer Showhouse of New Jersey!
Clean Rug, Clean Indoor Air
Rugs act like an air filter, and clean filters are healthy for the home, but a dirty air filter can be extremely dangerous. Cleaning your rugs can be an indoor air pollution solution.
History Day Repeats Itself
Learn more about Bergen’s history on May 19
Fun Lifestyle Tips for Families
Our very own "Green Housewife" Karen Ranzi offers 9 simple tips to keeping kids healthy and happy.
Flavorful Flowers
Edible blooms such as roses, marigolds and pansies add a dash of color and a special taste to your spring dishes
Party Rockin’ at the W Hoboken
Our executive editor parties it up at the Chandelier Room
Art for All
Our art director's photo recap of the affordable art fair in New York City
Escapes: Opulent Outing
Bring back the Gilded Age with a stay at a historic Newport mansion
National, Natural Beauty
Visit and play for free during National Park Week
Mom’s Morning Off
A local kids’ play space plans a fundraiser that will give mothers some time to themselves
Jersey's Cherry Blossom Festival
Did you know that there are more cherry blossom trees in New Jersey than there are in Washington, D.C.? Visit Branch Brook Park for a Mother Nature production- the best show on earth.
Freedom from Allergies
Don't stay locked-up inside this spring
Family Magic
An entrepreneur breathes new life into her grandmother's long-dormant toiletries company
Create a Water Garden
Adding a soothing aquatic feature can take your backyard from ordinary to 'oasis'
Parenthood Redefined
Your child is diagnosed with autism— and suddenly caretaking is very different. An expert offers ways to cope.
When to Buy Organic
The four foods you should always buy organic
