berkeley heights

Performing Arts 5678 | It’s Show Time in Berkeley Heights

This week we visit Performing Arts 5678 in Berkeley Heights and speak with Jessica Lombardi. The performing arts school was formed out of necessity during the pandemic as Jessica's regular teaching job was cut from the town's curriculum.

The program and teaching is centered around performances, not competitions like most competitors. Designed to help performers become more confident, healthy, and strong, Performing Arts 5678 is devoted to providing knowledge and passion, whether performing as a fun activity or wanting to pursue more intense experiences. Students can take class at the studio or they offer voice/piano lessons in home.

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Thoro | Dropping the Beats in Berkeley Heights

This week we visit Thoro Entertainment in Berkeley Heights and speak with Brett Bustamante. Thoro's roots are in audio production and DJing events. At their location on Springfield Ave, they have a recording studio with professional audio courses and workshops. In the front of the store, they have a boutique streetwear retail section of the shop that sells sneakers and hats. They also provide videography services. For your audio and video needs, definitely check out Thoro!

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Why local is so important to business and strong community with Bobbie Peer, TAPinto

Check out our latest live segment with Bobbie Peer, owner of the TAPinto franchises in Berkeley Heights, New Providence and Mountainside. Find out how she went from writer to franchise owner and why she is so passionate about covering local news. Hear about the benefits of advertising on the TAPinto platform and the hyper-local visits that it generates.

Also watch as Bobbie turns the tables and interviews us about why we started BuyLocalNJ. It is the perfect day for the interview on the two-year anniversary of BuyLocalNJ. Looking back we have produced over 100 videos and have visited 80+ businesses. Check out both segments!

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Goodman’s Deli | Jewish Deli Serving NJ Since 1943

We talk all things Jewish deli with Don Parkin, owner of Goodman's Deli in Berkeley Heights, NJ. Goodman's has been serving pastrami, corned beef and brisket since 1943. Don has owned the deli for over 10 years and it has been in Berkeley Heights for 20 years. Don brought more authentic dishes to the menu and also his passion for Chicago style hot dogs. While the dining room is currently closed because of the pandemic, Goodman's is still serving customers via pickup and delivery.

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Buy NJ campaign kicks off to support local NJ businesses

We started BuyLocalNJ in November 2018 because we saw the need to support our local businesses. Without our main street businesses, our communities would suffer and the downtowns would be left with empty storefronts. With COVID-19, our NJ businesses need the community support more than ever. That is why we have continued our BuyLocalNJ series with livestreams and videos for towns like Berkeley Heights and New Providence.

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