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Bringing beauty and sustainability to the candle market, Lovelight was born from the desire to craft pieces that honor the colors and textures of the natural world while also preserving the health of the planet. Mike and Olivia are positively impacting their community and the environment with their signature non-toxic, refillable candles. We sat down with them to learn more about the inspiration behind their products, the importance of creating clean products, and the benefits of supporting small businesses.

Colleen Mauer, the creative force behind Colleen Mauer Designs (CMD), has built a women-owned and operated handcrafted jewelry brand that seeks to unite customers with their perfect pieces. Colleen brings innovation, inspiration, and love to her jewelry. We sat down with her to learn more about her connection to the ocean, how she builds relationships with customers and the community, and how she stays sane while running a business.

In 2012, after Hurricane Sandy devastated Lauren Brajer’s home in Manahawkin, New Jersey, she relocated to Ocean Grove and began volunteering with Surfrider Foundation, updating their website and managing social media. Her dedication led to a Vice Chair position a few weeks later, and she has served as their Jersey Shore Chapter Chair since 2022. We sat down with Lauren to learn more about Surfrider’s Jersey Shore efforts, what inspired her love of the ocean, and how she works sustainable practices into her everyday life.

This quick and easy moringa black bean hummus recipe from Chef Marilyn Schlossbach is a delicious twist on a classic hummus and one of her ‘go to’ appetizers for pop-ups and parties. It is made with black beans, moringa powder and cilantro along with traditional hummus ingredients like tahini, garlic and olive oil.