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29/12/2023

The marking of a new year creates the space for us to feel like we are starting over. I’m not talking resolutions or vision boards, just a big sigh and a “begin again” opportunity. We always have this as an option, but the changing of the year feels like a natural time to start fresh.

If you’re here, it’s probably because you’ve taken (or wanted to take) a class with me before. I am back to teaching in January, would love to see you.

In January, I’ll be teaching one weekly class and two pop-ups at Zen Den Yoga & Wellness. If the classes are well attended, they will continue. I haven’t taught anything in so long, so this is me putting my toe back in the water to see who wants to take classes, and which.

My belief is that you know your body better than anyone else does, and I trust that you know what you need. With that, my classes are focused on slowing down and being in your body, allowing your breath to lead the movement. It’s not a fast class, it won’t feel difficult, so if you are looking for a power class, mine aren’t that.

My classes are about being present in your body, sitting with what comes up, and tuning in to what you need.

I hope to see you in January, not because it’s a resolution but because it’s a good time to come to your mat.

It’s really always a good time, you know. 😉

📸 by Melodee Solomon in the Catskills

26/12/2023

You always have a place to go… and it’s

Go check out their schedule of events. Try something new in 2024.

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!

23/12/2023

Look at this 6th grade teacher gift! What’s better than gift certificates to all the best Boonton spots?

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21/12/2023

I received this message today and wanted to share it. This family was displaced by the fire in Boonton last week. I’ll share the gofundme link in stories.

It’s not clickable here, but you can maybe copy it from here? (Also, in stories)

This is the best way to help the family ♥️

“Hello, my family and I grew up in Boonton ans have lived there for the majority of our life but unfortunately last weekend my brothers house caught fire leaving him and his family homeless.

They lost everything and unfortunately my 8 month old niece won’t be able to spend her first Christmas home. We are doing our best to gather home supplies, clothes and baby things for him to get him through this tough time. We started a go fund me in hopes of getting him back on his feet.

If you have a moment and could share it, it would mean the world to us. Thank you for your time and god bless you. 🙏🏽”

https://gofund.me/45df0f50

16/12/2023

Show us your merry home details! Tag us!

13/12/2023

Now through Thursday, December 14th, visit the Boonton Jersey Mike’s location between 4-9pm and mention this flyer to support the Junior Bombers Wrestling team. If you order in the app, use code JRBOMBERS20. This is only valid at the Boonton Jersey Mike’s location.

Support the

12/12/2023

Olde Towne for lunch? Heck yessssss.

11/12/2023

Support thy local coffee house!

Here’s how:

• Buy bagged coffee as gifts for people you love
• Grab a cup of coffee in the shop with friends
• Buy beans from the shop to make your own fresh brewed coffee at home
• Get some merch to show off your love

T-shirt by .art for (t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, stickers and more are available).

📍 602 Main Street, Boonton

08/12/2023

I called Lola’s to see what Christmassy stuff had available for delivery to my parents.

They went above and beyond, even sending me pictures of what was available.

If you’re looking for something, for a gift or yourself, please check out

They went above and beyond. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

08/12/2023

With eight nights of light, there is still time to grab these sweet Swedish cloths for Hanukkah.

They’re available now at

Happy Hanukkah! 🕎

08/12/2023

Do you know Mike from Preston Drugs? He goes above and beyond for his customers.

Today, he did a home visit to my mother who cannot get out of the house and is health compromised. This kind of help doesn’t go unnoticed.

He delivers, he’s kind, and he pays attention to the needs of his customers.

This is why we love Preston Drugs & Surgicals in Del’s Village in Boonton.

07/12/2023

Who’s feeling Grinchy this year?

04/12/2023

Got an egg and cheese sandwich with a side of winter cheer. ⛄️🐧

📍 205 Main Street, Boonton .deli.boonton

02/12/2023

O M B R A 🍷 B T N .

Read all about it, then head over for some food, some wine, and good company. You’ll always make a friend at Ombra Salumeria & Bar.

Such a great piece in

📍516 Main Street, Boonton

29/11/2023

So much love to this beloved Boonton resident who passed earlier this fall.

Meet Ginny LaSalandra through the eyes of her grandson,

“My grandmother recently passing was heartbreaking. This past weekend though, an amazing find. Hats my grandmother made for the homeless found by my mother. She would always make and donate around the holidays. They will be donated this year as well for the last time. She really was awesome.”

Ginny was born in Boonton to Nazzareno and Mary Ann Crocetti and was a lifelong resident of Boonton. She met her husband in town and raised her family here.

She enjoyed crocheting and made hundreds of blankets for family and friends, and rocheted hats and scarfs to be distributed to those in need. She and her friends created ‘The Crochet Club’ meeting each week to trade patterns and stories. Ginny loved teaching her craft to others and was especially proud when her granddaughters became her crochet partners.

Ginny was a great cook and thankfully shared her recipes for making pasta, sauce, meatballs, chicken wings and struffoli with her family.

She was a little sassy with a great sense of humor and touched the lives of everyone she met.

Her joy was her family and friends and she adored her 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren visits from them were always a delight and brought a smile to her face.

Ginny was the beloved wife of the late Angelo LaSalandra. Devoted mother of Catherine Vecchiarelli, Sue Goldblatt (Bob), Maryann Scott, and Angela Fenske (Joe). Cherished grandmother of Gary, Krista, Adria, Jessica, Jason, Jamie, Autumn, Lyla, and loving great grandmother of Joey, Olivia, Jason Christopher, and Ava Rose. She was predeceased by her brothers Frank, Thomas and Robert Crocetti and her sister Cecilia Francisco.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church in Boonton or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Virginia’s Name.

26/11/2023

For a Sunday ✨festive✨ Funday, Ombra is the place.

Cozy up to the bar, have a cocktail and enjoy. 🍸

Photo credit:

26/11/2023

Red bow row 🧣

24/11/2023

That’s a big Ho! Ho! Ho! over on Vreeland!

24/11/2023

Santa is at until 3 pm. Come through.

20/11/2023

Out of the 49 BEST COFFEE SHOPS in New Jersey, was voted Number 2! 🥈

And while they are ALWAYS 🥇in our book, that’s pretty freakin AMAZING! No surprise but also, HECK YEAH! 🥳🎉☕️

Goooooo Boonton Coffee and CONGRATULATIONS on a job well done. We have loved you from day one and we will ♥️ you forever.

LINK IN BIO for full list and details.

16/11/2023

MOVE TO BOONTON!

OPEN HOUSE at 130 Fairview Ave, Boonton this Sunday from 12 - 2 pm. Located in the scenic Historic Park Sectionof Boonton, just a short walk from both Grace Lord Park in Boonton and the Boulevard in Mountain Lakes, this home is a must see.

Come. Move to Boonton. We cannot wait to meet you.

09/11/2023

W❤️W!

After last nights post about the upgrades at .pizzeria we had to come see if for ourselves.

07/11/2023

I get lots of questions about the Darress Theatre that I can’t answer (I’m just a citizen after all) but I saw this explanation by and wanted to share it with you. I’ll put this in stories with the link, too, so you can learn more.

This was posted by Marie DeVenezia yesterday:
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Three truths about the Darress Theatre:

1) It is a one of a kind treasure
2) The town owns it
3) Here is the funding plan, as already presented in a public meeting

To further clarify, this will be funded from multiple sources, at the county, state and federal level and also includes private fundraising by the Friends of the Darress.

Follow this link for more information:
https://www.boonton.org/698/Darress-Theatre

31/10/2023

Walter Bauman Jewelers is in the spirit! 👻 Head over for some yummy trick or treating.

📍 521 Main Street, Boonton

31/10/2023

It’s getting sp00ky out there. and her portrait are HERE FOR IT!

Love this. Happy Mischief Night 👻

30/10/2023

October 30 🧡

28/10/2023

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25/10/2023

Boonton’s getting in the mood for a little BOO time 👻

24/10/2023

The Hidden Mothers of Boonton, Dog series

22/10/2023

Got a dog? Try the Hidden Mother photo with your pup and tag us! We will be reposting all the ones we get! We got this idea from and wanted to bring it to life here in Boonton.

Hidden mother photography is a genre common in the Victorian era. In order to take photos of young ones, their mother would prior them up but be (not so well) hidden in the photograph.

A parent (not necessarily a mother), nanny, or photographer's assistant was hidden behind blankets, drapes, sometimes even disguised as chairs so as not to be seen. It ended up looking pretty sp👀ky.

So, give it a shot, and tag us! Can’t wait to see it!

19/10/2023

Haunted house vibesssss…

17/10/2023

Drink with friends. 😻

Try this hot apple cider and macaron combo at It’s delicious.

📸 @14.oak

14/10/2023

SAVE THE DATE 🦃

Don’t be a turkey! Come to the food drive and give to our community!

On Black Friday, November 24th, we will be at from 1 - 3 pm for a food drive to benefit our local Loaves + Fishes. What they need changes from time to time so we will post a list on November 1st!

Loaves + Fishes Community Food Pantry as an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, open to all those with food insecurities in Boonton and surrounding communities.

Keep posted as we reveal more details.

13/10/2023

Two Halloweeney houses on Friday the 13th 👻

12/10/2023

The ✂️ ribbon cutting ceremony at was a smashing 🥂 success!

Go celebrate with them tonight, tomorrow, all weekend long!

So happy to see this amazing spot on 😊

12/10/2023

Our favorites French girl and Boonton resident is moving back to France. 😭

Her last American breakfast was French toast and Taylor ham at the Plaza this morning.

Couldn’t imagine a better selection. We will miss you and your family soooo much, Justine!

📸 reposted from IG stories at

12/10/2023

RIBBON ✂️ CUTTING TODAY 4 PM!

Join for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate their grand opening!

And be sure to head in afterward and grab a bite and a drink!

📸 photos courtesy of

📍 516 Main Street, Boonton

11/10/2023

Preston Drugs and Surgicals has everything you need to stay healthy, feel good, and get a good night’s sleep 😴

Make last night be the last time you’re kept up snorting, no sleep-divorce needed. 💤

10/10/2023

Love this town soooo much 🤩