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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 Red Toad

210 Main Street Peapack, NJ (908) 234-2400

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

Columbro Architecture

Timeless design and exceptional client service. 53 Main Street, Oldwick, NJ, (908) 439-3488.

David Steffenhagen

Design and Decoration. “Design is in the details.” Far Hills, NJ, (908) 340-4374. www.davidsteffenhagen.com

Art - Schools, and Programs

The Center for Contemporary Art

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

Area Attractions – Galleries, Museums…

USGA Museum and Arnold Palmer Center for Golf History

Home to the world’s premier collection of golf artifacts and memorabilia… 71 Liberty Corner Road, Far Hills, NJ, (908) 234-2300.

Attorneys and Legal Services

The Rotolo Law Firm

Family law, injuries & accidents, municipal court, contract disputes, malpractice, appeals… 502 Rte. 22 west, Lebanon, NJ, (908) 534-7900. www.rotololawfirm.com

Automotive Sales & Services

Bedminster Tire & Auto care

Complete automotive repairs, tires, batteries & auto glass, towing and road service, trailer repairs and hitches installed… 1525 Rte. 206 and Lamington Road, Bedminster, NJ, (908) 234-1947. www.bedminstertireandauto.com

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

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

Fairmount Hilltop Garage

Complete auto repair, foreign and domestic… 118 Rte. 512, Califon, NJ, (908) 832-5504.

Reinertsen Motors, Inc.

Discover the uniquely combined benefits of a Saab… New and Certified Pre-Owned vehicles. Denville, NJ, (973) 627-0616. www.rmisaab.com

The Stable Ltd.

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

Banking and Financial Services

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

Janney Montgomery Scott LLC

A full-service, financial services firm…financial planning, asset management, retirement income planning… Larry Ennis, Senior Vice President/Wealth Management Branch Manager, 1580 Rt. 206, Bedminster, NJ, (908) 470-3161 or (800) 999-0458. www.janney.com

LifeLong Retirement Corp.

Helping you safeguard your retirement nest egg now and for generations that follow. 90 Washington Valley Road, Bedminster, NJ, (908) 340-6000.

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

Millington Savings Bank

Community – Minded. Customer – Focused. Business - Friendly. (908) 647-4000. www.millingtonsb.com

Peapack-Gladstone Bank

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

PNC Wealth Management

Wealth planning, trust and estate planning, private banking, investments… Richard Cohen, (908) 429-2305. www.pnc.com/wealthymanagement

Team Capital Bank

“Different.Better.” 49 Rte. 202, Far Hills, NJ (908) 658-9200 and 62 West main Street, Somerville, NJ, (908) 722-4848. www.teamcapitalbank.com

Bakers, Chocolates, Confections

Cocoluxe

Fine pastries, cakes, tarts, cookies, chocolates, coffee, latte, cappuccino, soups & sandwiches… 161 Main Street, Peapack, NJ, (908) 781-5554. www.cocoluxepastry.com

Books – Rare, and Fine Publications

James Cummins Bookseller

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

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

Children’s Toys, Gifts, Books…

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, (908) 439-2330. www.magicshopoldwick.com

Toys with Love

3500 square feet filled to the ceiling with toys you'll come to love. 95 West main Street, Chester, NJ, (908) 879-1380. www.toyswithlove.com

Dentists - Family & Cosmetic

Edward G. Johnson, DMD Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

Natural Beauty with Cosmetic Dentistry, 420 Main Street, Bedminster, NJ, (908) 781-0095 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

Emergency Care

Somerset Valley Urgent Care

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

Equestrian – Stables and Riding, Tack and Supplies

Coach Stop Saddlery, Ltd.

Everything for the sporting lifestyle. 2400 Lamington Road, Bedminster, NJ, (908) 234-2640.

Dapple Hill Farm

Lessons for children and adults, leasing options for students, showing opportunities, quality horse sale program… Whitehouse Station, NJ, (201)-725-0047. www.DappleHillFarm.com

Orion Clydesdales

Trail rides year round, wagon rides at the farm or your location, horses for sale, weddings, parades, birthday parties… (908) 391-4073. www.willowgrovefarm.com

Farm Markets

Fairmount Market & Nursery

Seasonal local Produce, farm fresh eggs, organic milk, artisan breads, quality nursery stock, unique garden ornaments, gifts, antiques, pottery, more… 230 Old Turnpike Road, Califon, NJ, (908) 832-0300

Melick’s Town Farm

Farm fresh produce, baked goods, pick-your-own, flowers, nursery stock, perennials, annuals, vegetable plants, herbs & shrubs, gifts…. Family owned and operated. Locations in Bridgewater, Califon, and Oldwick, NJ, (908) 439-2955. www.melickstownfarm.com

Farm Services

Starlight Creek, LLC

Agricultural services and superior farm products… (908) 719-8858.

Farm Supplies, Horses & Livestock

Somerset Feed and Grain

A complete line of horse, poultry, and pet products, Rte. 202, 74 Mine Brook Rd., Bernardsville, NJ, (908) 766-0204. www.somersetgrain.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 – General Stores, Delis, Eateries, Markets, and Catering

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.

Cocoluxe

Fine pastries, cakes, tarts, cookies, chocolates, coffee, latte, cappuccino, soups & sandwiches… 161 Main Street, Peapack, NJ, (908) 781-5554. www.cocoluxepastry.com

Fairmount Market & Nursery

Seasonal local Produce, farm fresh eggs, organic milk, artisan breads, quality nursery stock, unique garden ornaments, gifts, antiques, pottery, more… 230 Old Turnpike Road, Califon, NJ, (908) 832-0300.

Melick’s Town Farm

Farm fresh produce, baked goods, pick-your-own, flowers, nursery stock, perennials, annuals, vegetable plants, herbs & shrubs, gifts…. Family owned and operated. Locations in Bridgewater, Califon, and Oldwick, NJ, (908) 439-2955 www.melickstownfarm.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

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.

Hair Salons & Spas

The Look at Gladstone

An Aveda Concept Salon, 258 Main Street, Gladstone, NJ, (908) 234-1173.

Home Construction & Improvement

Alpine Flooring

Professional installation and refinishing of residential and commercial hardwood floors, (908) 832-0029 or (908) 541-0500. www.alpinefloorsnj.com

Andrew Holz Stone Masonry

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

Detail Construction

Building and Design, Opening new doors to old world charm. (908) 572-7053. www.oldworldliving.com

Gardensheds

Designing and constructing premium small buildings suitable for garden, pool, utility, cottage, studio, and home office applications since 1995… Toll Free 877-SHEDS-11. www.gardensheds.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.www.JaegerLumber.com

Braddee Metal Works & Design

Architectural iron work, gates, railings, wine cellars, historic reproductions, fireplaces & accessories, custom metal work… (908) 638-4900. www.braddee.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 & Lodging

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

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

Landscape Design and Services and Nursery Supply

Back to Nature Home & Garden

“Educate – Grow – Enrich…an ecologically inspired garden destination...organic growing…local products…community-based educational programs.” 3055 Valley Road Basking Ridge, NJ, (908) 439-4639. www.backtonature.net

Cording Landscape Design

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

Fairmount Market & Nursery

Seasonal local Produce, farm fresh eggs, organic milk, artisan breads, quality nursery stock, unique garden ornaments, gifts, antiques, pottery, more… 230 Old Turnpike Road, Califon, NJ, (908) 832-0300.

Gardensheds

Designing and constructing premium small buildings suitable for garden, pool, utility, cottage, studio, and home office applications… Toll Free 877-SHEDS-11 www.gardensheds.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.

Melick’s Town Farm

Farm fresh produce, baked goods, pick-your-own, flowers, nursery stock, perennials, annuals, vegetable plants, herbs & shrubs, gifts…. Family owned and operated. Locations in Bridgewater, Califon, and Oldwick, NJ, (908) 439-2955 www.melickstownfarm.com

Ross Landscape Design

Elegant design with environmental integrity, (201) 704-0885, temporary website: web.me.com/sandraross

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

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.

Music, Lessons, Services

Katherine Newcomer-Scarano

Piano lessons and performance. Pottersville, NJ 99080 439-2067.

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 – Lodging, Services and Supplies

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

Somerset Feed and Grain

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

Pets – Veterinary Hospitals & Services

Highland Vet House Calls, Sharri Hill, DVM, LLC

Convenient at home care for your pets. (908) 963-2691. www.thehighlandvet.com

Long Valley Animal Hospital

“Where cold noses meet warm hearts” Dr. Russell Earl, DVM, 59 East Mill Road, Suite 2-1012, Long Valley, NJ, (908) 876-5434. www.longvalleyanimalhospital.com

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

Lauren A. Kearns Photography

Specializing in the tradition of color and black & white film photography for portraiture and special events, Far Hills, NJ, (908) 399-5476. www.laurenkearns.com

Physicians

Carter G. Abel, MD

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

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

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

Restaurants and Fine Dining

Gladstone Tavern

Landmark American Restaurant and Bar, 273 Main Street, Gladstone, NJ, (908) 234-9055. www.gladstonetavern.com

Mini-Mac

An old-fashioned family diner, Rt. 206, Chester, NJ, (908) 879-8222.

Red Oak Grille

A casual yet elegant restaurant and bar located at New Jersey National Golf Club…Terrace dining at its best… 579 Allen Road, Basking Ridge, NJ, (908) 781-9400. www.redoakgrille.com

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

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

Montgomery Academ

Educating special kids ages 5-21 whose needs have not been met in their local schools. St. John’s Drive, Gladstone, NJ, (908) 234-2840.www.montgomeryacademyonline.org

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

Rutgers Preparatory School

Since 1766. 1345 Easton Avenue, Somerset, NJ, (732) 545-5600. www.rutgersprep.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

Web Site Design and Services

West Alley Design and Implementation

Custom web site design and implementation for small businesses, individuals, and non-profits… (908) 672-8884. www.westalley.com

Wine and Spirits

New Gladstone Market

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

Peapack Fine Wines

Specializing in boutique and artisan wines. 159 Main Street, Peapack, NJ, (908) 470-WINE. www.peapackfinewines.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, c (908) 439-0007. www.tewksburyfinewine.com

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