Collingswood Living

06/12/2025

🐾 Collingswood’s First-Ever Cat Tour Was Paws-itively Purr-fect! 🐾

On a sunny Caturday in November, over 100 cat lovers joined the inaugural Collingswood Cat Tour, exploring local streets, spotting famous felines from , and learning fun cat facts along the way! 😸

Some shy kitties peeked from windowsills, while others strutted their stuff and collected all the rubs.

Even better? All proceeds went to the Community Cat Club of Mt. Ephraim, helping cats in need 🐱💛, plus a cat supply drive filled local pantries with food, litter, and treats.

Here’s to more furry adventures in Collingswood! 🐾✨

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03/12/2025

*NEW IN TOWN*

Black Crow Odd & Bloom just celebrated their ribbon-cutting at 1106 Haddon Ave, and trust us — this space is pure magic. 🌿🖼️

Part garden, part gallery, the shop is overflowing with:
🌱 Custom living wreaths
🌼 Perennials from Kettle Run Farm
🪑 Unique furnishings & architectural finds
🪵 Handcrafted woodworks + charming birdhouses

Whether you’re shopping for gifts, décor, or just craving creative inspiration, this is the spot to support locally this season.

Open Thursday–Sunday, and they also offer beautiful design & staging services for anyone looking to elevate their space. ✨

Give them a follow 👉

Explore more at blackcrowoddandbloom.com or give them a call 856-465-6099
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02/12/2025

We’re so excited to reveal the brand new December issue of Collingswood Living! 📖✨

And this one feels extra special… not just because it’s about to hit mail any day now, but because our cover features someone who embodies everything we love about this community.

Doug McConnell isn’t just a super-cool resident and powerhouse media entrepreneur—he’s also a valued brand partner and a truly dear friend to our team here at Collingswood Living.

Spotlighting neighbors like Doug—people who pour into their passions, their work, and their town—is exactly why we do what we do.

Get ready for a month filled with fresh content, inspiring stories, and everything happening around Collingswood.

We can’t wait for you to read it, love it, and feel even more connected to this incredible place we all call home. ❤️❄️

Here’s to another amazing month in our beautiful community!

And go give our guy a follow!

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27/11/2025

So Grateful for the people who make Collingswood Living possible ✨

To our business partners who quietly support the work…

To the team who care about every detail…

And to this community that has welcomed us with warmth and generosity from the very beginning…

Thank you 🤎

It’s a privilege to share the stories, small moments, and local connections that make Collingswood feel like home.

Wishing Colls and it’s neighbors a warm & wonderful Thanksgiving 🦃

24/11/2025

Where else can you get two drinks, dinner, and a raffle entry for $25 and still feel like a hero for Giving Tuesday?

Join us at The Taproom Featuring Santucci’s for our Holiday Cheers and Connections on Tuesday, December 2.

Food, fun, and all the festive feels while supporting The Tender Alzheimer’s Social Day Center & Care Partner Support Services. Scan the QR code or click the link to register and come celebrate community with us.

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20/11/2025

Creating generational wealth isn’t just about earning more — it’s about building smart, sustainable money habits that support your goals today, tomorrow, and long into the future. 🌿💡

The team at Haddonfield Financial Planning has the foundations you need to get started.

Here are the essentials:

📝 Start with a Budget
A clear budget helps you understand where your money goes, prioritize spending, save consistently, and avoid unnecessary debt.

💵 Build Your Safety Net
An emergency fund protects you from unexpected expenses and keeps your long-term plans on track.

🏡 Save for the Future
Dedicated savings for homeownership, retirement, or education help create long-term stability for your family.

📊 Invest to Grow Wealth
Saving is important — but investing is what helps your money grow over time and build real wealth.

👨‍👩‍👧 Teach the Next Generation
Passing down financial knowledge empowers your children and sets them up for lifelong financial confidence.

Wealth-building is a marathon, not a sprint. The habits you establish today can create opportunities for generations to come. 🌱✨

For more guidance, visit hfponline.com or contact Rachel Allison, Financial Advisor, at 856-795-0470.

What has been your favorite article in the November issue of Collingswood Living?
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19/11/2025

This month, we are spotlighting local power duo Huw and Carrie Jenkins, the brains (and big hearts!) behind Jenkins Construction Services and Jenkins Custom Painting!

What started as Huw doing small handyman jobs has grown into a full-scale construction company with 90+ subcontractors and a reputation built one happy client at a time. 🔨👏

Meanwhile, Carrie launched her fast-growing painting business just last year—and it’s already making waves across South Jersey. From interior refreshes to exterior transformations, she’s adding color and quality everywhere she goes. 🎨💫

From seamless additions to kitchen makeovers to paint jobs that totally change the vibe, the Jenkinses do it all with integrity, care, and a whole lot of community love. 🤝💛

Want the full story—including how a flip house launched a whole new chapter? 📖✨ Read the full feature in the November issue of Collingswood Living!
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15/11/2025

Have you read your November issue of Collingswood Living yet? 👀 You definitely don’t want to miss this month’s feature story!

We’re spotlighting our dear friend, Steph Zola! ☕🎨🏡

If you’ve grabbed a latte at Revolution Coffee Roasters, toured a Space & Company listing, or spotted a vintage VW Beetle named Jolene, you’ve already encountered Collingswood’s own Jane of All Trades (Master of FUN).

🌆 From South Philly ➜ Collingswood Love Story
Steph, her husband Alex, and their son Remy dove straight into Victorian fixer-upper life—dust, chaos, basement kitchen and all. But Collingswood instantly felt like home.

🎨 Creative Soul + Career Shape-Shifter
Artist. Pianist. Teacher. Designer. Corporate pro. Realtor. Coffee shop manager. Steph has reinvented herself more times than she can count—and she brings heart and humor to every chapter.

☕ Your Saturday-Morning-at-Rev Queen
As manager at Revolution Coffee Roasters, Steph thrives on community, conversation, and the perfect latte.

🚗 A Beetle Named Jolene
She finally bought her dream VW Bug… and yes, Jolene is award-winning. Icons only.

💛 “Collingswood is the first place I’ve ever truly felt like I belong.”
And honestly? The feeling is mutual.

✨ Dive into her full story in our November issue—you don’t want to miss it! ✨

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13/11/2025

📬 The new issue just hit mail — and this month we’re eating + sipping our way through with in hand. 🍷✨

Collingswood’s beloved 706 Haddon Ave has a fresh new chapter — Michael Coastal Italian Grille — and Chef Michael DeLone is bringing nearly 30 years of Philly kitchen magic to every plate. 👨‍🍳🔥

Think: handmade pasta 🍝, ocean-fresh seafood 🐙🦞, house-baked focaccia 🤤, smoky bacon meatballs, and dishes that pair perfectly with our favorite bottle of Moore Brothers wine🍷💫

It’s bright, coastal, warm, and already one of our favorite spots to eat + drink local. Don’t miss this feature because you’re going to want to hear all about it!

And don’t forget to follow

Cheers neighbors! 🍋🌊🇮🇹

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10/11/2025

⚽️ Colls Girls Soccer Honors Michaela Bogon 💛

The Collingswood High School girls soccer team paid a heartfelt tribute to former player Michaela Bogon, a 2023 graduate who passed away in June after a courageous 30-month battle with osteosarcoma.

Michaela was first diagnosed during her senior season in 2022—but through it all, she never lost her positivity or love for the game.

During a home match under the lights vs. Haddon Township on October 1, the team honored her memory with special shirts, a reserved seat for Michaela, and spots for her family on the sidelines. 💙

“We are so thankful to the players, coaches, and all others who have gone above and beyond to keep Michaela’s memory alive,” said her parents, Matt and Jacquelyn Harter. “Playing soccer always brought Michaela so much joy and the team’s heartwarming dedication to her meant so much to us and our family.”

Michaela’s light continues to shine on and off the field. 🌟
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08/11/2025

The Battle of the Balls was fierce, flavorful, and oh-so-fun — and after some serious sauce-slinging competition, took home the title of Best Meatball in Collingswood! 🍝🏆

Hosted by , this delicious fundraiser brought in $2,500 for the Collingswood School District Athletic Department 🙌

Owner Aaron Daniel shared that the winning recipe was a last-minute switch to his mom’s secret family recipe — and it clearly paid off! “We changed to Mom’s meatballs the day before the contest,” he said. “Now I’ve made over 600 of them since!”

❤️ Shoutout to Kathy Mullan — the real MVP for being the visionary of this awesome community event!!

If you haven’t tried them yet, head to Café Antonio’s, 563 Haddon Ave, and order a plate of the award-winning Mama’s Meatballs.

Trust us, your taste buds will thank you.

💬 Bonus: Aaron’s giving back in a big way — launching a rewards program and offering free pizza slices for local students with A’s and B’s. 🍕📚

Huge thanks to all the competing restaurants, judges, sponsors, and the Collingswood community for making this event a total hit! 👏

Tag a friend you’d share some meatballs with! 👇
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05/11/2025