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I'm a certified life coach with over 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and families through academic, personal, and life challenges. With a background in special education, training in clinical mental health counseling, and an LDT-C (Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant) certification, I bring a unique blend of educational expertise, coaching, and compassionate guidance to every client I work with. My journey began long before I entered the field of education. Growing up during the Bosnian War taught me the power of resilience, hope, and perseverance. Those experiences shaped my belief that while we can't always control the circumstances we face, we can choose how we respond—and those choices have the power to create meaningful change. That belief is the foundation of Heart &amp; Mind Coaching &amp; Consulting. Whether I'm working with an adolescent building confidence, a parent seeking guidance, or an individual navigating a life transition, my goal is always the same: to create a supportive, encouraging space where people feel seen, understood, and empowered to move forward. At Heart &amp; Mind, I combine evidence-informed strategies with empathy, practical tools, and personalized coaching to help clients gain clarity, strengthen essential life skills, and create lasting, meaningful growth because meaningful change starts with both the heart and the mind.

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Fairways at Cranford is a newly developed luxury apartment community offering modern one- and two-bedroom residences in one of Union County’s most desirable locations. Set alongside the scenic Hyatt Hills Golf Course, the community offers a rare “living on the green” experience—combining peaceful surroundings with convenient access to everything Cranford has to offer. Each residence features thoughtfully designed layouts with contemporary finishes, in-unit washer and dryer, and high-quality appliances. Residents also enjoy a full suite of amenities, including a fitness center, resident lounge, coworking spaces, and professionally maintained outdoor areas. Located just minutes from downtown Cranford, Fairways provides easy access to restaurants, shopping, and NJ Transit service with direct connections to New York City—making it ideal for commuters and those seeking a balance between suburban comfort and urban accessibility. Professionally managed by Greystar, Fairways at Cranford delivers a refined rental experience in a highly sought-after market. Schedule a tour today to experience elevated living at Fairways at Cranford.

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After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. 	 Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events.	 Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup &amp; Mitigation • Fire &amp; Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard &amp; Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning &amp; Restoration • Full Reconstruction &amp; Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response	 	 Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses		 Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed.		 Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

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Hello, My name is Mark and I am a Seasoned NYC Dog Walker, Animal Lover, and pet care professional. I have recently returned home to Morris County! Contact 929-418-6781 to schedule a dog walk or pet drop in at your residence in Morris County! I am Morris County born and raised. Now, I am offering dog walks and pet drop ins locally! Currently servicing Parsippany, Pine Brook, Boonton, Denville, Hanover, Montville, and Morris Plains residents. Services Offered: Dog Walks (from $25), Pet Drop Ins (from $22) *Holiday, weekend, additional dog, &amp; add’l time rates may apply *Package discounts available for multiple and reoccurring bookings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOoxOcrvtyA Mark G				 Background verified via Vetty, Wag, &amp; Rover Mark’s Paw Pals			100+ 5 Star Reviews on Rover App Platform markspawpals.com	 500 5 Star services completed on Wag App 929-418-6781			U.S. Citizen @markspawpals			10+ Years experience: Dogs, Cats, Rabbits

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As a Senior Financial Advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, I can deliver a wide range of investment planning strategies tailored to your unique needs. Whether you are investing for retirement, education expenses or some other goal, I will help you make informed decisions about your investment strategy. You have access to additional resources available through affiliates, including trust and estate services, insurance products, and much more. For more information about how I may be able to help you pursue your financial goals, please contact me. Insurance products are offered through nonbank insurance agency affiliates of Wells Fargo &amp; Company and are underwritten by unaffiliated insurance companies. Trust Services are available through Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Member FDIC and Wells Fargo Delaware Trust Company, N.A. Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliates do not provide legal or tax advice. Any estate plan should be reviewed by an attorney who specializes in estate planning and is licensed to practice law in your state. Investment and Insurance Products are: • Not Insured by the FDIC or Any Federal Government Agency • Not a Deposit or Other Obligation of, or Guaranteed by, the Bank or Any Bank Affiliate • Subject to Investment Risks, Including Possible Loss of the Principal Amount Invested Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors, a trade name used by Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo &amp; Company. PM-07102027-7259465.1.6

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Eighth grade students will face Mountain Way and Borough School teachers at the Borough School Gym as part of a fundraiser for the MPEA Scholarship. A ticket auction begins at 6:30 p.m. and a volleyball game at 7:30 p.m. For more information, head to <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vmi5p8dab&amp;et=1104819328480&amp;s=278&amp;e=001w5xv_Jq2ojH5Mrb23MsnUnBODpORYSyRaf00fDOqx-cIw60XjgouiylAUiE7QC-SlVjP_YJ4OGaO8ljtfCNEyDPW9udnjhE61B67tWIy5W0=" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.mphsa.org</a>.

Eighth grade students will face Mountain Way and Borough School teachers at the Borough School Gym as part of a fundraiser for the MPEA Scholarship.

A ticket auction begins at 6:30 p.m. and a volleyball game at 7:30 p.m. For more information, head to <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vmi5p8dab&amp;et=1104819328480&amp;s=278&amp;e=001w5xv_Jq2ojH5Mrb23MsnUnBODpORYSyRaf00fDOqx-cIw60XjgouiylAUiE7QC-SlVjP_YJ4OGaO8ljtfCNEyDPW9udnjhE61B67tWIy5W0=" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.mphsa.org</a>.

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Join the Hockey Heritage Exhibit for a free open house debuting a visual chronology of the EA Sports NHL franchise. This exciting exhibit features 35 vibrant, informative panels and 35 video game screens for an up-close look at the history of digital hockey.

Local Event: Hockey Heritage Exhibit- Pucks & Pixels

Hockey Heritage Exhibit- Pucks & Pixels

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The Stickley Museum will celebrate fall harvest and the property’s agricultural history with its 14th Fall Family Day on Saturday, September 19, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Returning for the first time since 2019, Fall Family Day has been expanded and is the museum’s biggest family program of the year, offering a day of old-fashioned fun for the young and young-at-heart. Activities include a petting zoo, pony rides, pumpkin painting, games and races, handcraft demonstrations such as woodworking, embroidery and pottery, scavenger hunts, and craft activities. Performances by the Denville String Band will take place and food will be available for purchase through Apple Spice Junction.
Inside the Log House, guided tours will be suspended for the day. Families will instead be invited to explore the Log House at their own pace with volunteers and docents available to answer any questions they might have. Admission is FREE to all. <a href="https://www.stickleymuseum.org/events/fall-family-day-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register for FREE</a>.

Local Event: Fall Family Day at the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms

Fall Family Day at the Stickley Museum at...

The Stickley Museum will celebrate fall harvest and the property’s agricultural history with its 14th Fall Family Day on...

Fall Family Day at the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms

Warren County Community College

Come out to Warren County, New Jersey, and explore the beautiful terrain as the seasons begin to change. Nestled in Washington Township, Warren Community College is where you will find a mix of hot air balloons, fun, and games on September 19 &amp; 20.
Warren Community College is conveniently located on Route 57, just minutes from Routes 31, 22, and 78, and less than 1.5 hours from both Philadelphia and New York City.
Hot air balloons will take off each evening between 5:15–6:00 p.m. (weather permitting). Limited full-flight hot air balloon rides are available. Morning full flights have been added this year at 6:30 a.m., prior to the festival opening at 1 p.m. Many visitors come from out of town to take rides and are pleasantly surprised by the natural beauty of Warren County, New Jersey. This gives riders an opportunity to explore the area and all it offers before returning later in the day for the festivities.
Tethered rides (short up-and-down flights) are also available each day for $30 per adult and $20 for youth ages 4–12. Purchase your tethered ride tickets at the Balloon Ride/Info booth. 
Gates open at 1 p.m., and the festivities run until 8:30 p.m. each evening. Enjoy a variety of food trucks, vendors, children’s entertainment and games, live bands and a DJ, tethered rides, and of course the mass balloon launch. 
Did you know that Warren Community College has one of the top Unmanned Systems programs in the nation? Learn how to pilot, design and develop, maintain, and repair drones, in addition to AI and robotics. A variety of professions utilize Unmanned Systems technology for efficiency, and you could be at the forefront of this fast-growing field. Be sure to drop by the College’s WarrenUAS tent—they can answer all your questions.
There will be a variety of games, some of which are free. Game tickets are $5 each, and some games may require more than one ticket. Pay once, play all day with Soccer Darts ($5), Autocades vintage video games ($10 per person, $20 family special), and the Gel Blaster ($10). There will be a bounce house with slide and a photo booth ($5). Purchase tickets at the Balloon Ride/Info booth. Save on a 6-pack for $25 or a 10-pack for $35—the more you buy, the more you save. Free games and activities include mini-golf, tee-ball, Rocket Ready, basketball hoops, and crafts at Fascination Place.
Enjoy strolling entertainment with dulcimers on Saturday and a barbershop quartet on Sunday. Learn circus tricks with the popular Grins &amp; Grins Juggling. Additional musical entertainment includes bands such as TimeWhys, Zaire, StoneHearth Bluegrass Band, and the incredible vocals of the Pro Kids Holiday Vocal Troupe.
Saturday features the Hot Rods &amp; Hot Air Balloons Car &amp; Truck Show from 1–5 p.m., with all registration fees supporting the Fred Grotenhuis Memorial Scholarships. Pre-registration is just $15 and includes entry into the event for you and your riders. Day-of registration is $20. Registration/check-in for the car show begins at 12 noon. Download the details and pre-registration form from the website.
The evening ends with a patriotic balloon glow featuring the Freedom Flyer balloon and other select balloons. The glow will begin around 7:30 p.m. DJ Gold’n will host a dance party beginning at 6:30 p.m., leading up to the glow. Show your favorite dance moves and you might win prizes. Kids can also pick up their sound-activated glow bracelets so they can sync with the glow music.
The Fred G. Monster special-shape balloon will also be part of the glow, and once it is standing, kids are welcome to celebrate an American favorite as they trick-or-treat at some of the balloons during the glow.
Admission
General Admission
Save on advance tickets at <a href="https://www.balloonfestnj.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.balloonfestnj.com</a> (handling fees apply).
<ul>
<li>Adult: $10</li>
<li>Youth ages 4–12: $4</li>
<li>Ages 3 &amp; under: Free</li>
<li>Parking: $5 per car</li>
<li>Family packs: $40&nbsp; include parking and allow up to 5 people per car. </li>
</ul>
Online tickets offer the option of ticket protection.
At the Gate (cash or credit)
<ul>
<li>Adult: $12</li>
<li>Youth ages 4–12: $5</li>
<li>Ages 3 &amp; under: Free</li>
<li>Parking: $6 per car</li>
<li>Family packs: $50 include parking and allow up to 5 people per car.</li>
</ul>
Warren Community College has plenty of lawn space to spread out and social distance. Pets, outside food, and alcoholic beverages are prohibited. (Exceptions: clearly marked service animals; snacks and beverages for small children). Feel free to bring blankets, lawn chairs.
Proceeds from the event support the Warren Community College Foundation, the Fred T. Grotenhuis Veterans Community Center project, and the Fred Grotenhuis Scholarships (fredgscholarships.org).
Additional information is available at <a href="https://www.balloonfestnj.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.balloonfestnj.com</a>.
Funding was provided by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and Warren County Cultural &amp; Heritage Affairs, a Division of the Department of Land Preservation, with support from the Warren County Board of County Commissioners.

Local Event: Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Fun & Games Festival

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Montclair School of Real Estate, 89 Walnut St, Montclair, NJ 07042

<a href="https://www.montclairschoolofrealestate.com/enrolling-now-for-upcoming-classes.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CLASS INFORMATION HERE</a>
 Real Estate License Course to prepare for the NJ state exam. Get started in a new career part-time or full-time.SUNDAYS * 9 am - 4:30 pm * Start SEPT 20 - NOV 22, 2026.EVENINGS * 6 pm - 10 pm * TUE/THUR * Start SEPT 22, 2026 WEEKDAYS * 9 am - 3:15 pm * Start OCT 13, 2026WEEKDAYS * 9 am - 3:15 pm * Start NOV 5, 2026 Enroll ONLINE: <a href="https://www.montclairschoolofrealestate.com/enrolling-now-for-upcoming-classes.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">montclairschoolofrealestate.com/enrolling-now-for-upcoming-classes</a>



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