Jerry’s Sandwich Shop Luncheonette is a Garwood GEM If there is one this pandemic has done – I truly believe it’s to bring people together in this time of need. Our communities have done a wonderful job supporting our frontline workers and our small business owners. I think we might know them just a little…
Let Your Life Journey Begin at JeniFit Studios in Garwood!
JeniFit Studios at 345 South Avenue in Garwood is not your ordinary gym – it’s truly a boutique experience where the entire team of trainers and instructors wants you to “focus on the whole person”. As you enter this gleaming studio – you are immediately greeted with a smile and “hello” as words of encouragement…
Women-Owned Small Businesses – Meet Joeanne Valentine Farrell of Garwood’s “Love Valentine Boutique”
Have you fallen in love with Garwood yet? In case you haven’t visited in a while – the number of small businesses opening in this quaint town is rapidly growing! Many of these are women-owned like my latest discovery– Love Valentine Boutique (pronounced “Valen-teen”) opened by local entrepreneur, Joeanne Valentine Farrell. The motto for her…
Cheech & Roo Opens in Garwood: Vintage Finds, Décor & Curiosities!
Wow – drop everything right now and head over to Cheech & Roo at 246 North Avenue in Garwood. If you are a lover of repurposed vintage finds, farmhouse décor, and collections of local artisans – it’s happy holidays to you! Cheech & Roo owner Elisa Miranda has transformed this old dance studio into a…
Classic Antiques in Garwood: Find Your Something Amazing!
I love antiquing and visiting consignment shops and am beyond thrilled that we have our very own Classic Antiques at 225 North Avenue in Garwood! Perhaps you’ve somehow missed this business that has been there for 20 years because you’ve been too fixated on grabbing your fast food fix! Classic Antiques has been located…
Frankel’s: An Iconic Family Business from Brooklyn Has Put Down Roots in Garwood
Ok, I’ll admit – I’m a tad nosy when I see a formerly empty storefront showing signs of new activity. Little did I know, that when I walked into Frankel’s in Garwood, NJ (located at 86 North Avenue), I would be one of the very first customers to step inside their newest location (right next…
Garwood NJ Welcomes Alfano Renovations!
Garwood NJ Welcomes Alfano Renovations THE KITCHEN. It’s the heart of the home, which is why everyone wants it to be the NICEST room in the house, am I right? It’s also the room where you’ll get the best return on your investment if you renovate it. Alfano Renovations recently opened in Garwood, and they’re…
For Sale! 444 Locust Ave, Garwood NJ $379,000
This pristine Cape Cod will give you a great vibe the second you step in the door! This home offers four bedrooms, two full baths, a formal dining room with builtins, and much more! From the fireplace in the living room to the spacious kitchen that leads to the charming breezeway, attached garage, and private yard,…
Favorite Ice Cream Shops in the Cranford Westfield Area of NJ
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Here are some favorite local haunts for the cold, sweet treats that everyone craves on hot days. Whether you prefer old-fashioned churned ice cream, a blended creation, or frozen yogurt with extreme toppings, there’s surely a place in our area that will satisfy your cravings.…
Fitness Incorporated Training Studios in Garwood, NJ
OK, we’re about two months into the year now. How’s that New Year’s resolution coming along? You may want to hear about this business…. Fitness Incorporated Training Studios is a personal training studio at 345 North Avenue in Garwood that offers small group sessions, semi-private sessions, and private sessions. They define themselves as standing apart…
Loaded Burgers in Garwood NJ Expands!
Best. Burger. Ever. Those are the words uttered by many a patron who enjoyed a meal at Loaded in Garwood. The gourmet burger joint closed last year when its proprietors sought to expand their storefront. Well, guess what? Loaded is set to reopen its doors by March, so you can once again enjoy those truly…
Garwood Lanes Bowling Alley Offers Fun For ALL Ages!
Bowling. The sport is alive and well, people, and it’s thriving right in the little hamlet of Garwood, where a family-owned bowling alley is open seven days a week. Located at 346 North Ave, Garwood Lanes is an 8-lane alley with a full bar, restaurant menu (I’m told their chicken fingers are the bomb), and…
