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The Best of Family 2019
The winning list of people and organizations doing their part to make South Jersey such a wonderful place to raise a family—as chosen by our readers and editors.

by Matt Cosentino, Liz Hunter, Sydney Kerelo and Peter Proko

NOVEMBER USHERS IN A SEASON OF THANKS and the opportunity to stop and appreciate all we’re grateful for. Suburban Family believes that this time of reflection gives us a chance to shine a light on some of the everyday businesses, professionals and organizations that provide integral services to our families—contributing to our health and happiness. This year, we’re celebrating picks from both our team of editors and our valued readers—totaling 88 winners in a range of categories from beauty and fitness, home improvement and animal care to educational institutions and family-friendly activities. We congratulate them on their continued success in South Jersey!

Animal Care
Training for Separation Anxiety
THE JERSEY DOG TRAINER
Dog trainer Renee Premaza’s positive reinforcement techniques and proven methods will keep Fido feeling calm and collected the next time you leave the house. JerseyDogTrainer.com

Doggie Day Care
CAMP BOW WOW
Dogs of all sizes can join in on a tail waggin’ good time at Camp Bow Wow, where they’ll enjoy socialization and all-day play time while we humans have to work. Cherry Hill, CampBowWow.com/Cherry-Hill

Pet Salon
MILLIE’S JIGGLES & WIGGLES
This team of professional dog lovers will provide man’s best friend with a full service, including bathing, ear cleaning, nail trim, fluff dry, brush-out and coat spray. Voorhees, JiggleWiggles.com

Dining
Shared Plates
REDSTONE GRILL
From the baked crab dip and the mozzarella-filled meatballs to the jerk chicken fondue and seared ahi tuna, Redstone has something to please any palate. Marlton, RedstoneGrill.com

Breakfast Sandwiches
REY BAGEL BISTRO
Start your day off right with the obligatory bacon, egg and cheese or a more lively option like jalapeño and avocado. Skip the English muffin and go straight for one of the brick oven-fired bagels. Marlton, ReyBagelBistro.com

Italian Food
TARANTELLA RISTORANTE
Begin your meal with a plate of antipasto and then mix in one of the divine pasta dishes before settling into a hearty plate of veal saltimbocca or chicken Marsala. Medford, TarantellaItalianRestaurant.com

Burgers
CRUST N FIRE
Every burger here is fresh, charbroiled and layered with flavor, like the Devil Burger with Sriracha sauce or Truffle Burger with wild mushrooms, to satisfy every hungry eater. Mount Laurel, Voorhees, CrustNFirePizza.com

Unique Cake Design
SWEETSBORO
Located in the heart of Swedesboro, this bakery has been capturing the hearts and stomachs of its customers with works of art featuring anything from elegant and ornate wedding cakes to funky pop culture-themed designs. Swedesboro, SweetsboroBakery.com

Education, Childcare & Activities
Christian Preschool
CALVARY HILL PRESCHOOL (FORMERLY LITTLE AMBASSADORS PRESCHOOL)
Children from 18 months to 5 years old flourish in this Christ-centered environment where play and imagination are just as important as academics with certified teachers overseeing the curriculum. Glassboro, (856) 881-3669

Catholic Co-ed
GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY
Nestled in an idyllic setting, GCU provides a Catholic college education based on the Mercy values, offering a comprehensive liberal arts program that sets students up for success both in and out of the classroom. Lakewood, Georgian.edu

Special Needs Life Skills
OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING CENTER OF BURLINGTON COUNTY
As young adults age out of the public education system, OTC provides them with a welcoming environment of peers to secure job training and valuable life skills to help them contribute to society. Burlington, OTCBC.org

Innovative STEAM Program
THE SARI ISDANER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
This NAEYC-accredited school integrates creative learning and problem solving into the curriculum, preparing children for the future of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics fields. Cherry Hill, KatzJCC.org/EarlyChildhoodCenter

Speech Therapy
SPEAK TO ME KIDS
Licensed speech language pathologists assist each unique child, whether their concerns are articulation, apraxia of speech or sensory-based feeding disorders, in a collaborative environment that involves parents. Collingswood, Marlton, SpeakToMeKids.com

Diagnostic Tutoring
TUTORING CLUB
Students in kindergarten through high school are tutored with a plan tailored to their specific areas needing improvement, allowing them to hit targets at their own pace while feeling stimulated and rewarded. Cherry Hill, TutoringClub.com

Adult Fitness & Dance
CORE ACADEMY OF MOVEMENT
Programs work around individual clients, with classes catering to all fitness levels and instruction for developing healthy nutrition habits for a life of wellness. Mount Laurel, CoreMovement.com 

Career and Technical Education
GLOUCESTER COUNTY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
GCIT offers everything a traditional high school does— including clubs, activities and athletics—along with the possibility to earn college credits or prepare for the workforce through internships, apprenticeships or fields of study such as automotive technology. Sewell, GCIT.org

Before & After Care
FUTURE SCHOLARS EARLY LEARNING CENTER
With a focus on keeping kids engaged and entertained while also providing a top-notch learning environment, this is a place where your child will grow in more ways than one. Hainesport, FutureScholarsLearning.com

Private School K-12
MOORESTOWN FRIENDS
A revered educational institution, Moorestown Friends cultivates a love of learning that continuously evolves as students take advantage of the challenging curriculum and unique offerings that foster well-rounded individuals. Moorestown, MFriends.org

Soccer
RAMAPO COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY
Skilled athletes, including the 2018 NJAC Men’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Year Joe Fala, and solid preparation from coach and alumnus DJ Pinton earned this team its first NCAA win in its history. What’s more, the focus on academics at the school means that the athletes are succeeding off the field as well. Mahwah, Ramapo.edu

Test Prep
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER
Huntington’s certified and trained tutors use an individualized approach to give each student the confidence to improve his or her grades by teaching core academic skills and test prep in a one-on-one setting. Turnersville, Cherry Hill, HuntingtonHelps.com

Summer Camp
JCC CAMPS AT MEDFORD AND EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPS AT THE KATZ JCC
From age 2 to teenagers, the JCC Camps provide your child with fun activities for the summer that develop important skills, build confidence and more in an environment open to all faiths and abilities. Cherry Hill, KatzJCC.org/ECCCamps; Medford, JCCCampsAtMedford.org

Children’s Theater
MAINSTAGE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
This theater program for grades six through 12 has been offering master classes in singing, dancing, film production, acting and more for more than 30 years, providing those with the performing bug a place to express their creativity. Blackwood, Mainstage.org

Acting Lessons
RENEE’S STUDIO
From an acting veteran herself, owner Renee Weisband provides her students with the necessary skills to go from high school musical to Broadway, no matter where they are on their acting journey. Moorestown, Renees-Studio.com

Variety of Dance
TINY TUTUS
Designed for ages 12 and under, this center introduces children to various forms of dance, such as ballet or jazz, while building the foundations of form and function required to be a dancer. Moorestown, TinyTutusDanceCenter.com

Preschool Music Program
OLD TOWNE MUSIC
Young children can be introduced to music in a fun-filled program based on research from Johns Hopkins that fosters a grasp on math and science while learning fundamental music theory skills through games and crafts. Swedesboro, Turnersville, West Deptford, OldTowneMusic.com

Overall College Experience
ROWAN UNIVERSITY
With over 18,000 students enrolled, Rowan University offers a scholarly, creative and technology-forward educational experience on a growing campus that has become the hub of Glassboro. Glassboro, Rowan.edu

Farm Market
SPRINGDALE FARMS
As the last working sustainable farm in Cherry Hill, Springdale Farms offers over 35 different fruits and vegetables, a homemade bakery and greenhouse catering to every seasonal need. Cherry Hill, SpringdaleFarms.com

Dance Apparel
ATTITUDES DANCEWEAR
With a wide variety of dance apparel and footwear, Attitudes is a one-stop shop for dancers, gymnasts and cheerleaders. From ballet slippers to tap shoes, leotards and wrap sweaters, all dancers’ needs are met at one convenient location. Marlton, AttitudesNJ.com

Health and Wellness
Massages
MASSAGE ENVY
Relax and renew at this wellness center as professional masseuses melt stress away with methods such as Swedish massage and reflexology, applying pressure to certain points for a result that makes you feel like new. Multiple locations, MassageEnvy.com

Pediatric Dentistry
GROWING SMILES
From a young age, kids are taught that dental hygiene is fun at this office with comforting staff, cartoon characters above dental chairs and the chance to win prizes as part of the no-cavity club. Voorhees, Mount Laurel, MyGrowingSmile.com

Teen Braces
ARTICOLO ORTHODONTICS
The teen years can be brutal, but braces don’t have to be with state-of-the-art technology that will produce straight teeth without being awkward. Multiple locations, BracesOn.com

Innovation and Technology
INSPIRA HEALTH
From its robotic-assisted surgery and proprietary health care app, to its Innovation Center at Rowan University where new patient-focused products are in development, Inspira’s technology offerings are benefiting people across South Jersey. Multiple locations, InspiraHealthNetwork.org

Cardiology
ADVANCED CARDIOLOGY OF SOUTH JERSEY
At this leading cardiology office, Dr. Vic Bahal puts his emphasis on prevention by addressing the root cause of heart disease with integrative methods that include lifestyle modifications and supplements. Mullica Hill, AdvancedCardiologySJ.com

Traditional Braces
FRANK BATASTINI ORTHODONTICS
Not all patients are candidates for alternative braces, and for this reason Dr. Frank Batastini continues to trust this treatment to help them reach their smile goals. Blackwood, Moorestown, BracesBraces.com

Pediatric Neurology
MARCROFT
Clinicians identify and treat disorders in infants, children and adolescents such as autism, seizures, headaches, tics and more in a compassionate environment of professionals especially trained for this population. Voorhees, MarcroftMedical.org

Infertility Treatments
DELAWARE VALLEY INSTITUTE OF FERTILITY & GENETICS
Couples looking to conceive will find a team of dedicated physicians and staff who have 25 years’ experience providing the latest in fertility treatments, including IVF and IVM, for successful outcomes. Marlton, StartFertility.com

Braces for Adults
MORRONE KAYE & YUCHA ORTHODONTICS
Adults no longer have to put off a better smile thanks to these orthodontists with nearly 25 years’ experience helping their patients achieve results through the com- fort and convenience of clear aligners or braces. Moorestown, Mount Holly, MorroneAndKaye.com

Sports Recovery
SHIN CENTER OF INTEGRATIVE SPORTS MEDICINE
It makes no difference if you’re a highly skilled athlete or suffered a setback in your weekly pickup basketball game—Shin’s alternative medicine treatments will have you back in playing shape in no time. Cherry Hill, ShinCenter.com

Invisalign
MY ORTHODONTIST
Improve the appearance of your teeth (without anyone knowing) with clear aligners under the guidance of orthodontists trained specifically in this innovative technology. Multiple locations, LuvMyOrthodontist.com

Floatation Therapy
FLOAT SNJ
These large, open float therapy pools have thousands of pounds of Epsom salt dissolved into them and are kept at the ideal body temperature for a weightless feeling that melts away stress, pain, anxiety and relieves pressure from joints. Marlton, FloatSNJ.com

Botox
PRECISION FACIAL ESTHETICS
This highly trained team can not only administer Botox injections for a younger, more refreshed appearance, but also for alleviating pain from migraines or jaw clenching, with results that last for months. Mount Laurel, PrecisionFacialEsthetics.com

Cost for Braces
TENBROOK ORTHODONTICS
Knowing the concerns surrounding braces, Dr. James TenBrook created his own T1 Self-Ligating system that is not only more affordable but more comfortable and faster than other options. Multiple locations, TenBrookOrthodontics.com

Oral Surgery
DENTAL ARTS OF SOUTH JERSEY
A toothache, oral disease or defect can make life miserable, but patients can trust the skilled oral surgeons who use the latest techniques to bring much-needed relief. Voorhees, DentalArtsOfSouthJersey.com

Hydrafacial
CAVALLARO AESTHETICS (CAVALLARO FAMILY PRACTICE)
In as little as 30 minutes, the expert aestheticians here can completely reinvigorate your skin with this deep exfoliating treatment that cleans out your pores to leave you with a noticeably radiant glow. Sewell, CavallaroFamilyPractice.com

Laser Treatments
COSMETIC SURGERY CENTER OF CHERRY HILL
Dr. Lyle Back offers a wide variety of laser procedures for women—as well as men—including the popular Strawberry Laser Liposuction which melts fat and is so painless, you can get it done on your lunch break. Cherry Hill, ILoveLyleBack.com

Whitening Treatment
CORSI DENTAL ASSOCIATES
Using a revolutionary new technology with guided light optics, teeth can become up to 12 shades whiter in under an hour—setting you up for success in that job interview or to stun in family photos. Woodbury, CorsiDental.com

Beauty and Fitness
Lashes
AMAZING LASH STUDIO
Professional technicians give women the chance to feel confident and empowered with their looks through synthetic fiber lash extensions and lifts. Each lash is individually nourished and cleaned for a natural, full look. Cherry Hill, AmazingLashStudio.com

Microblading
BEAU INSTITUTE
Trained in the latest beauty trends, these skilled technicians help women gain full natural eyebrows through microblading. Eyebrows are defined to create a natural appearance through fine lines of pigment resulting in a flawless, permanent look. Mount Laurel, BeauInstitute.com

Strength Training
GIANT FITNESS
This facility recognizes fitness isn’t all about putting in hours of cardio and offers clients a variety of free weights and machines, plus a one-on-one personal training program to tone the whole body. Multiple locations, GiantFitnessClubs.com

Home Improvement
Home Organization
CLOSET FACTORY
Whether it’s a well-organized closet or a stunning, custom-made bookcase, the design and woodworking professionals at Closet Factory bring their clients peace of mind with creative and personalized solutions. Marlton, ClosetFactory.com

Kitchen/Bath Design-Build
AMIANO & SON DESIGN-BUILD
From concept to completion, this family-owned design-build firm walks clients through the process of a remodeling project, including presenting 3D renderings, selecting products from its vast showroom displays and offering solutions for an end result homeowners will love for years. Tabernacle, AmianoAndSon.com

Flooring Selection
A&J FLOORING OUTLET
A family-owned company celebrating its 30th year in business, A&J has an extensive showroom with all of the top selections in hardwood, carpet, tile, luxury vinyl and more, along with a friendly staff and expert installers. Turnersville, AJCarpet.com

Landscape Design
GILL’S LANDSCAPING
The trusted design team at Gill’s will work hand-in-hand with a customer to ensure that they are not only getting a beautifully landscaped property, but also one that is functional and speaks to their individual needs and desires. Mullica Hill, GillsLandscaping.com

Air Duct Cleaning
COIT CLEANING AND RESTORATION
COIT’s certified technicians use an exclusive compressor system to help remove harmful contaminants that build up in your home over time. The service will improve your indoor air quality and have you breathing easier in no time. Somerdale, Coit.com

Tree Removal
TREE AND LAND MASTERS
Whether your tree has been damaged in a storm or has simply outgrown its welcome, the folks at Tree Masters use their more than two decades of experience to tackle the toughest of jobs. Berlin, TreeMasterNJ.com

Custom Trimwork
HOME TRIMWORK
It’s the finer details like crown molding, custom built-ins and wainscoting that elevate a home from ordinary to extraordinary, perfected by masters of the craft. Bordentown, HomeTrimwork.com

Nightscaping
ELITE LANDSCAPING
Daytime curb appeal is easy to come by, but for a truly dramatic look, trust these professionals to highlight your property’s best features with strategically placed lighting accents. Berlin, EliteLandscaping.com

Residential Solar Program
ORBIT ENERGY & POWER
As more homeowners look to save on energy costs, this company can secure state and federal funding incentives for solar panels that help eliminate your electric bill and help your home perform at peak efficiency. Mantua, OrbitEnergy.us

Custom Pools
SLS LANDSCAPING, INC.
This company has been creating magnificent outdoor living spaces since 1992, and with the addition of a custom pool, families can boost their home’s value and warm-weather enjoyment with any feature imaginable. Lumberton, SLSLandscape.com

Custom Hearth Design Services
RETTINGER FIREPLACE SYSTEMS
Choosing a fireplace design is just as personal as picking a couch, which is why this family-owned business can assist customers with their selection, whether they prefer a traditional wood-burning or modern gas option. Voorhees, RettingerFireplace.com

Affordable Carpet and Flooring Services
SMART CARPET
Carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl, tile—flooring serves all living styles and with Smart Carpet’s mill-direct pricing, it fits all budgets too. Serving all of New Jersey, SmartCarpet.com

Heating and Air Conditioning
TJ ECKARDT ASSOCIATES, INC.
For nearly 40 years, these “comfort professionals” have been keeping home heaters and air conditioners in operation while earning a reputation for customer service quality and dependability. Berlin, TJEckardt.com

Professional Services
Accounting Services
BARATZ & ASSOCIATES
The CPAs at Baratz love their work, and it shows. The personal attention, high level of service and expertise they provide are valuable to a wide range of clients, including owners of closely held businesses and self-employed professionals. Marlton, BaratzCPA.com

Family Law Litigation
SHERMAN, SILVERSTEIN, KOHL, ROSE & PODOLSKY
When dealing with divorce or other family law matters, you need highly skilled attorneys like Matt Podolnick, partner, to take some of the stress out of the ordeal while also putting your best interests first and foremost. Moorestown, SSKRPLaw.com

Retirement Planning
CHELSEA WEALTH MANAGEMENT
Planning for the future can be a daunting task, but these financial pros can help you take out some of the guesswork by putting you on a path to enjoying your golden years the way you envisioned. Haddonfield, JimTurpin1CWM.com

Asset Allocation and Risk
THE SHM FINANCIAL GROUP
You can never be too prepared, especially as you near retirement. With a coordinated plan that reviews assets, tracks spending patterns and calculates risk, this firm can keep your wealth protected long term. Collingswood, Voorhees, SHMFinancial.com

Bankruptcy Law
LAW OFFICES OF REINHERZ & REINHERZ
Now in its second generation, this law firm offers personal attention and support with foreclosures, wage garnishments and creditor harassment to give clients the fresh start they desperately need. Audubon, Turnersville, ReinherzLaw.com

 

As selected by our valued readers:
Dog Trainer
ALPHA & OMEGA WORKING DOGS
Moorestown, AOWorkingDogs.com

Pet Grooming
CHAMP’S DOG HOUSE
Medford, ChampsDogHouse.com

Veterinarian
MOUNT LAUREL ANIMAL HOSPITAL
Mount Laurel, MLAHVet.com

Pizza
PAT’S PIZZA
Marlton, PatsSelect.com

Bakery
L&M BAKERY
Delran, LMBakery.com

Music School
HADDONFIELD SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Haddonfield, HaddonfieldSchoolOfMusic.com

Dance Center
MULFORD DANCE STUDIO
Mount Ephraim, MulfordDance.com

After-School Activity
CODE NINJAS
Cherry Hill, CodeNinjas.com

Private School
CENTER FOR EDUCATION
Marlton, CenterForEducation.com

Body Contouring
WARMUTH INSTITUTE OF DERMATOLOGY
Multiple locations, WarmuthInstitute.com

Chiropractor
SANDOZ CHIROPRACTIC
Mount Laurel, SandozChiropractic.com

Hospital
VIRTUA HEALTH
Voorhees, Virtua.org

Cosmetic Dentistry
ALL SMILES FAMILY DENTAL
Williamstown, AllSmilesFamilyDentalNJ.com

Eyecare
VILLAGE EYECARE
Woolwich, SJVillageEyecare.com

Family Dentist
MONOKIAN DENTISTRY
Marlton, MonokianDentistry.com

Orthodontist
KAZMIERSKI ORTHODONTICS
Marlton, KazOrthodontics.com

Painting
SCOTT J. D’ANTONIO
Serving South Jersey, ScottDAntonio.com

Financial Planner
KELLI BRACK, EDWARD JONES
Marlton, EdwardJones.com

Car Dealership
BURNS HONDA
Marlton, BurnsHonda.com

Realtor
HERRON REAL ESTATE
Moorestown, HerronSells.com

Gym
ECHELON HEALTH & FITNESS
Voorhees, EchelonHF.com

Published (and copyrighted) in Suburban Family Magazine, Volume 10, Issue 9 (November 2019).
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