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This Thanksgiving, only the turkey should get stuffed

by Robin Stoloff | Nov 13, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Health, South Jersey

Thanksgiving is all about family, gratitude and great food, but let’s be honest, it’s also the one day a year when “stuffed” describes more than the turkey. Between the appetizers, the main course and the dessert table that seems to go on forever, it’s easy to go from...

Mini Minds Playtime brings more indoor fun for families to Galloway

by Madison Russ | Nov 13, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Entertainment, Events & Happenings, Galloway, South Jersey

Family Tides When Danielle Migliacci envisioned Mini Minds Playtime, an indoor children’s play space opening in Galloway this month, building community was at the heart of it. “I saw a need for a community-focused play space that wasn’t just about entertainment — it’s...

Flower farm blooms in every season

by Michael | Nov 13, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Egg Harbor Township, Gardening, South Jersey, Tammy Thornton

While others are putting their gardens to bed for the year, Norah Langweiler, of Naked Flower Farm, has no intention of stopping anytime soon, since she is cultivating a garden that embraces each season. This specialty cut flower farm, situated on one acre in Egg...

The National Dog Show: A Thanksgiving tradition and family-friendly event

by Heidi Clayton | Nov 13, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Entertainment, Pets, South Jersey

For some, Thanksgiving Day means nonstop football on television, but in this house, it’s National Dog Show Day! For the last 23 years, the Philadelphia Kennel Club has teamed up with NBC to film the National Dog Show, which airs on Thanksgiving Day right after the...

Lux Studio NJ is raising eyebrows in Linwood

by Michael | Nov 13, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Business, Business Buzz, Linwood, South Jersey

Business Buzz Stacy Davis, who recently opened Lux Studio NJ at 524 Maple Ave. in Linwood, is one of the most compassionate people I have ever met. From the moment I walked in the door, I knew she had a special business. I had previously been in the space when it was...