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Antiques - Appraisals

Bernards Appraisal Associates, LLC

Superior service and unbiased valuations in the best interests of our clients"…certified appraisers of fine art, antiques, silver, and oriental carpets since 1988, 15 Mendham Rd., Suite B, Gladstone, NJ, call (9080 234-1153 or visit www.bernardsappraisal.com

Antiques, Furniture, & Fine Art

The Magic Shop in Oldwick

Featuring unique, hand-crafted, original gifts for the home, fine art, toys, antiques, ...and plenty of country charm. 60 main Street (Rte. 517), Oldwick, NJ, call (908) 439-2330 or visit www.magicshopoldwick.com

Apparel, Accessories, & Gifts

Joseph D’Apolito & Son

Men’s and Women’s clothier. "The best in quality & personal service. Family owned and operated since 1928", 16 Peapack Rd., Far Hills, NJ, (908) 234-0399.

The Streets of Chester

The Streets of Chester gives you a world of choices to compliment your own sense of style. Close to the city - yet miles apart from the rest! 128 Route 206 South, Chester, NJ, www.thestreetsofchester.com

Architecture & Interior Design

Laura Misché Designs

Interior design, 109 Philhower Avenue, Califon, NJ, call (908) 832-6075 or cell 347-7991.

Windigo Architecture

A full-service architecture firm with an expertise in renovation and new construction and a passion for exploring innovation, preservation, and sustainability in building and design. 914 Kemble Ave., Morristown, NJ, (973) 425-7680 or visit www.windigodesign.com

Affordable Closets Plus

Maximize your closet space with custom work at prices you can afford. www.affordableclosetsplus.com

Art - Galleries, Schools, and Programs

Somerset Art Association

Year-round art classes for all ages in a welcoming, creative environment. 2020 Burnt Mills Rd., Bedminster, NJ, (908) 234-2345 or visit www.somersetart.org

Automotive Sales & Services

Bell Audi and Bell BMW

Owned and operated by a Tewksbury family you can trust. Bell Audi, 782 Route 1 North, Edison, NJ, (866) 286-8831 or visit www.bellaudi.com Bell BMW, 119 Hampton House Rd., Route 206, Newton, NJ, (866) 405-7188 or visit www.bellbmw.com

Bell BMW

119 Hampton House Rd., Route 206, Newton, NJ, (866) 405-7188 or visit www.bellbmw.com

BMW of Morristown

The Ultimate Driving Machine © 111 Ridgedale Avenue, Morristown, NJ, 1-866-559-4BMW or visit www.BMWofMorristown.com

Clayton Amerman

Quality pre-owned vehicles, servicing all makes and models, 5 Star Motors…celebrating our 90th year, 163-165 Main Street, Peapack, NJ, call (908) 234-0143 or 0100 or visit www.claytonamerman.com

The Stable Ltd.

Thoroughbred motorcars since 1973, Main Street, Gladstone, NJ, call (908) 234-2595 or visit www.stableltd.com

Banking and Financial Service

Glenmede Investment and Wealth Management

Our independence is your peace of mind. Best suited for those with 3 million or more to invest. Please call Joseph M. Gazdalski, 1-800-260-2358, (973) 451-3802, or joseph.gazdalski@glenmede.com

Peapack-Gladstone Bank

Community banking beyond expectation. Call (908) 234- 0700 or visit www.pgbank.com

Main Street Wealth Management, LLC

Lighting the path to financial independence…415 Main Street, Bedminster, NJ, call (908) 719-8700 or visit www.MSWealth.com

Books – Rare, and Fine Publications

Meadow Run Press

Publisher of "Horse & Hounds: The Sporting Art of Barbara Howard," by William D. Trego, available at area retailers or by visiting www.meadowrunpress.com

James Cummins Bookseller

Fine and rare books. 699 Madison Avenue, New York City, NY, (212) 688-6441 or visit www.jamescumminsbookseller.com

Beauty – Salons and Spas

San Designs – Hair and nail studio

Where it’s all about you", Neighbor’s Plaza, 427 County Rd. 513, Califon, NJ, call (908) 975-3207.

Computer - Services and Repair

PC Doctor of NJ

On-site computer repair and services at your convenience. "PC Doctor of NJ will help you in a hurry," call (908) 578-1616.

Crafts – Classes & Supplies

Why Knot Knit

A yarn shop in Chester…finally. Classes, knit alongs, open knitting, kids’ classes, teen/scout service hours. Chestnut Square Shops, 10 Budd Ave., Chester, NJ, (908) 879-0023.

Dentists - Family & Cosmetic

Edward G. Johnson, DMD

Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, 420 Main Street, Bedminster, NJ, (908) 781-0095 or visit www.dredwardjohnson.com

Dermatology

Carter G. Abel, MD

Board-Certified dermatologist & professor of Derm-Surgery at Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital. Renew, refresh, revitalize your skin. Concourse at Beaver Brook, Annandale, NJ, (off Rte. 78 & Rte. 31S.). (908) 735-5100 or visit www.abelderm.com

Educational Services

Chyten

Educational services…to maximize tests scores and grades and to make a positive and profound difference in students' lives, 100 Market Place, Basking Ridge, NJ, call (908) 647-9320 or visit www.chyten.com

Energy – Heating Oil and Propane

Dixon Energy, Heating Oil & Propane

Affordable, local, reliable…the family-owned company providing excellent service for 125 years, (973) 334-1000 or www.dixonbros.com

Family History – Preservation and Display

Life Stories

"Preserve your family legacy for future generations to enjoy"… perfect for special gifts, reunions, anniversaries, tributes and business narratives, call (908) 369-6004 or visit www.SandlerCommunicationServices.com

Fishing & Sporting Goods, Supplies and Services

Shannon’s Fly & Tackle

Serving NJ fly fishermen for over 30 years…located two miles from Lockwood Gorge, 74 Main Street, Califon, NJ, call (908) 832-5736 or visit www.shannonsflytackle.com

Food, Wine & Restaurants

Chester Meat Market

Top quality meats…Over 50 years of experience, over 25 years in the same location, Routes 24 and 206, Chester Mall, Chester, NJ, (908) 879-7523.

Gladstone Tavern

Landmark American restaurant and bar, 273 Main Street, Gladstone, NJ, call (908) 234-9055 or visit www.gladstonetavern.com

New Gladstone Market

Fine food, catering, wine, beer, spirits…breakfast, lunch, and dinner to go…chef/owner Kathleen Galante, 279 Main Street, Gladstone, NJ, call (908) 234-0312 or visit www.gladstonemarket.com

Tewksbury Fine Wine and Spirits

Exotically delicious, rare and famous wines & spirits from around the world. 517 7 Lamington Road, at the Crossroads, Oldwick, NJ, call (9080 439-0007 or visit www.tewksburyfinewine.com

Funeral Directors and Services

Bailey Funeral Home

Meeting family needs with the highest quality of professional service. 8 Hilltop Road, Mendham, NJ, (973) 543-4720 or 176 Main Street, Peapack, NJ, (908) 234-0590.

Gallaway & Crane Funeral Home, Inc.

Giving you peace of mind and the peace of spirit that you desire. 101 S. Finley Ave., Basking Ridge, NJ, (908) 766-0250 and 9 Church St., Bernardsville, NJ, (908) 766-0155 or visit www.gcfuneralhome.com

Horses & Livestock

Somerset Feed and Grain

A complete line of horse, poultry, and pet products, Rte. 202, 74 Mine Brook Rd., Bernardsville, NJ, call (908) 766-0204 or visit www.somersetgrain.com

Home & Garden

Andrew Holz Stone Masonry

Retaining walls, patios, historical restorations, pointing, walkways, fireplaces, steps, veneer, pillars, complete barn restoration… (908) 797-0154.

House Rescue

Home repair and maintenance, small jobs, general carpentry. Call (908) 832-2754 or cell (908) 310-6908.

J&B Painting

Painting specialist…interior/exterior, power washing, deck treatments, free estimates, fully insured…"When quality counts", (732) 469-7097.

Natural Edge

Arbors, bridges, gazebos…call (609) 392-6469 or visit www.naturaledgerustic.com

Insurance

Hurley Insurance Agency

"Here today, here tomorrow" Serving area residents and businesses for over 50 years, 316 Main Street/Rte. 202, Bedminster,NJ, call (908) 234-1200 or visit www.hurleyinsure.com

Groendyke Associates

An independent insurance and financial services firm…insuring our corner of America for over 60 years, 295 Rte. 513, Califon, NJ, call (908) 638-8558 or visit www.groendyke.net

Inns

The Raritan Inn at Middle Valley

"Where history and technology…create elegance," 528 County Rd. 513, Califon, NJ, call (908) 832-6869 or visit www.raritaninn.com

Kitchen & Bath Design

Anderson Glass

Enjoy the lovely aesthetics and maintenance features of a frameless shower enclosure. Call (908) 735-8333 or visit www.andersonglasscompany.com

Jaeger Home Concepts

Kitchens, bathrooms, windows, fine cabinetry…The kitchen that you will love to call home. 11 Olcott Square, Bernardsville,NJ, (908) 636-2026 or visit www.JaegerLumber.com

The Kitchen Studio

Specializing in the design and construction of custom cabinetry for every room since 1987. 26 Cokesbury Rd., Lebanon, NJ, (908) 236-7233 or visit www.kitchenstudioinc.com

Landscape Design and Services

Cording Landscape Design

Dedicated to landscapes of inspiring beauty, fine design and intimate outdoor spaces, call (973) 263-5003 or visit www.cordinglandscape.com

Mackinson Turf Management

20 years of turf experience…from home lawns to golf courses…100% natural organic programs…call for a free lawn care analysis, (908) 439-9909.

Statile & Todd

The premier landscape design and build contracting firm in North Central New Jersey for over 35 years, call (908) 204-9918 or visit www.StatileandTodd.com

Lawn Equipment – Sales & Services

Gary’s Small Engine Repair

Your local sales, service, and parts center for lawn and garden equipment. 26 McCann Mill Road, Pottersville, NJ, (908) 439-2666.

Nature – Conservation Advocacy, Centers, Programs, and Sanctuaries

Upper Raritan Watershed Association

Protecting the natural resources of the Upper Raritan watershed through education, advocacy, land preservation and stewardship, 2121 Larger Cross Road, Bedminster, NJ, call (908) 234-1852 or visit www.urwa.org

The Willowwood Foundation

A non-profit educational organization that primarily supports restoration and garden projects at The Willowwood Arboretum and nurtures an appreciation for and knowledge of botany, horticulture and the natural world, call (908) 234-1815.

Pets – Adoption and Rescue

Lost Paws Animal Rescue

Rescuing animals in order to give them a second chance at finding a loving home and enriching the lives of their adopters…call (908) 331-1551 or visit www.LostPaws-NJ.petfinder.com

Pets – Services and Supplies

Linus & Clyde

Dog walking, pet and horse care services, bonded and insured, call (908) 439-1883 or cell (908) 500-3300 or visit www.linusandclyde.com

Morris Animal Inn

Providing premium lodging and pet care for over four generations, 120 Sand Spring Rd., Morristown, NJ, call (973) 539-0377 or visit www.MorrisAnimalInn.com

Pets – Veterinary Hospitals & Services

Oldwick Animal Hospital

Janisse M. Cailles, VMD, Anna Owren-Fayne, VMD, Oldwick and Felmley Roads, Oldwick, NJ, call (908) 439-2470 or visit www.oldwickanimalhospital.com

Photography

Chase Heilman Photography

Creating and managing custom image libraries for non-profit organizations and businesses. Call (417) 818-0255 or visit www.chaseheilman.com

Physicians & Surgeons

Somerset Valley Urgent Care

Immediate medical attention for urgent situations, no appointment necessary, Hills Village Shopping Center, 470A Rte. 202/206 North, Bedminster, NJ, call (908) 781-7171 or visit www.somersetvalleyurgentcare.com

Real Estate

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

Meeting the needs of our buyers and sellers with experience and integrity - Serena “Nina” O’Connor and Irene Gimbel. 408 Route 22 West, Whitehouse Station, NJ, (908) 534-4085 ext. 138 or 124

Turpin Realtors

New Jersey's luxury real estate experts for over four decades...Serving the real estate needs of the Somerset, Morris and Hunterdon County area of New Jersey, call Far Hills (908) 234-9100, Bernardsville (908) 766-6500, Oldwick (908) 439-3300, Mendham (973) 543-7400 or visit www.TurpinRealtors.com

Schools – Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary, Secondary, & Preparatory

Gill St. Bernard’s School

An independent, nonsectarian, coeducational, college preparatory day school…Pre-K – Grade 12, Gladstone, NJ, call (908) 234-1611 ext. 245 or visit www.gsbschool.org

The Kids House Nursery School

A traditional nursery school designed to enhance your child's cognitive, emotional, physical and social growth. Located in a historic schoolhouse in Pottersville, NJ, (908) 439-3979 or visit www.thekidshousenurseryschool.com

Purnell School

"Because within your daughter is a unique potential, a woman she is meant to become," girls boarding school grades 9-12, 51 Pottersville Rd., Pottersville, NJ, call (908) 439-2154 or visit www.purnell.org

The Cottage School

"A unique approach to education," Pre-K – 4th Grade, schools located in Gladstone and Bernardsville, NJ, call (908) 719-9610 or visit www.cottageschools.net

The Willow School

Enabling children to develop an ethical approach to all relationships, to realize their full potential, and to believe in their power to effect positive change, 1150 Pottersville Rd., Gladstone, NJ, call (908) 470-9500 ext. 1015 or visit www.willowschool.org

Schools – Special Academic Education

Matheny Medical and Educational Center

Improving the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities. 65 Highland Avenue, Peapack, NJ, (908) 234-0011 or visit www.matheny.org

Montgomery Academy

"Where you can be yourself" - Educating special kids ages 5-21 whose needs have not been met in the local schools. St. John’s Drive, Gladstone, NJ, call (908) 234-2840 or visit www.montgomeryacademyonline.org

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