Author: Joanna Buffum

After living in Maine for four years while studying English and Anthropology at Bowdoin College, Joanna came back to her hometown to work at various positions at New Jersey Monthly for four years. She's now back in Maine, working on her first book.

Children’s Classics, Brought to Vivid Life

May 18, 2015

Thru Sept 5: The Newark Public Library celebrates the 150th anniversary of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" with an exhibit featuring more than 50 illustrated works.

Seen in: Arts & Entertainment, Books, Just For the Web

Photo Essay: Hot Air Ballooning in Readington

May 14, 2015

Want to give hot air ballooning a spin? Literally—the baskets spin, and other lessons learned from this writer's flight.

Seen in: Jersey Living, Just For the Web, Outdoors

Freshly picked carrots from the Let it Grow CSA.

Local Farms, Locally Funded

May 12, 2015

Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA, is a growing trend throughout the Garden State.

Seen in: Eat & Drink, Jersey Celebrities, Jersey Living, Outdoors

Exhibit Captures Stills from Haunting Fairy Tales

April 29, 2015

Thru June 13: Exhibit No. 9 in Asbury Park hosts "The Way North," an otherworldly fine art exhibit by Norwegian photographer Ole Marius Jørgensen.

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8 Active Ways to Celebrate Earth Day & Arbor Day

April 21, 2015

There are so many ways to show love for our green planet in the Garden State.

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Rising Star Angeline Rose Troy

April 20, 2015

Raised in Montville, actress Angeline Rose Troy prepares for her moment in the spotlight in the upcoming dark comedy Just Before I Go.

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Taylor ham, or pork roll.

A Toast to Taylor Ham, Egg & Cheese

April 15, 2015

Jersey's signature sandwich is a delicious, not-so-nutritious alternative to the traditional bacon, egg and cheese.

Seen in: Eat & Drink, Just For the Web

7 Adorable Reasons Why New Jersey Loves Service Dogs

April 14, 2015

These local organizations like to lend a helping paw (or four).

Seen in: Animals, Just For the Web, Listicle

Assembly Pushes Critical Changes to Medical Marijuana Program

March 31, 2015

Assembly hopes to override the Christie administration's setbacks.

Seen in: Health, Jersey Living, Just For the Web, Politics & Public Affairs

15 Things New Jerseyans Love About Spring

March 20, 2015

When the warm weather rolls around, the Garden State becomes a playground.

Seen in: Jersey Living, Just For the Web, Listicle, Outdoors