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.

Sweet Talk: 6 Scrumptious Chocolate Shops

February 14, 2017

Visit these chocolatiers for a delectable day trip.

Seen in: Style & Shopping

Romantic Quartet

February 7, 2017

Theater to Go presents Love Is in the Air, four staged readings of plays about that elusive four-letter word.

Seen in: Events

6 Fun Date Ideas For a Romantic February

Need date ideas for Valentine's Day? These fun events will get your heart pumping.

Seen in: Arts & Entertainment, Events

Do It Yourself: For the Home

February 6, 2017

Dry your own flowers, make your own cleaning products, build a bird feeder and more!

Seen in: Jersey Living

Do It Yourself: Eat & Drink

Hit the kitchen and test out these DIY recipes.

Seen in: Eat & Drink

Do It Yourself: Beat the System

Some DIY tips on how to appeal your property taxes, expedite your passport application and make it through airport security.

Seen in: Jersey Living

A fifth-grade class at Woodland Elementary School in Monroe Township takes time out for a midday yoga session.

Mindful Classrooms

January 11, 2017

Teaching kids to cope, one breath at a time.

Seen in: Health, Towns & Schools

Happy Birthday Elvis Presley

January 4, 2017

Celebrate the King of Rock & Roll's birthday at one of the many tribute concerts happening around the state.

Seen in: Arts & Entertainment, Events

5 Must-Follow NJ Yoga Instagram Celebs

Some of Instagram's hottest yoga stars call New Jersey home. These yogis are worth a spot in your feed.

Seen in: Health, Listicle

The Jersey City skyline will undergo significant changes in the coming years.

New Jersey Monthly’s 10 Must-Reads of 2016

December 27, 2016

Didn't have time to read our best stories of 2016? We've compiled them here just for you.

Seen in: Just For the Web, Listicle, Politics & Public Affairs