Cranford YarnStormers Took Over Eastman Plaza for “Knit the Town”! “All of us, some time or other, need help. Whether we’re giving or receiving help, each one of us has something valuable to bring to this world. That’s one of the things that connects us as neighbors-in our own way, each one of us is…
While the Humans are Tucked Away, the Animals Will Play!
A Pandemic Playground: While the Humans are Tucked Away, the Animals Will Play! The streets are so quiet and peaceful right now. There are fewer cars, less traffic, and you can hear birds singing in every neighborhood. Perhaps our friends in nature think that they can walk the land freely again. Maybe you’ve read in…
Graduation Gift Ideas From Cranford Area Businesses!
Cap. Gown. It’s Going Down…Shop Locally for Your Favorite Graduate! “Life is an improvisation. You have no idea what’s going to happen next, and you are mostly just making things up as you go along.” Stephan Colbert Graduation 2020 is definitely going to be different – and what’s allowed to occur keeps changing daily! We love…
Creative Ideas For Mother’s Day 2020!
Support Local and Celebrate All the Women in Your Life This Mother’s Day! Mother’s Day – a day that’s not just for mothers (although we love you dearly). It’s also about celebrating any woman in your life who fills that nurturing role for you. Now more than ever – show her that you are thinking…
Fill Those Easter Baskets with Treats from Local Businesses!
I hear the Easter Bunny is immune from COVID-19 – so if he will be making a stop at your home, you’d better be prepared! Just because you are stuck inside doesn’t mean you can’t have those Easter Basket goodies ready to go! Here’s some local businesses who are ready to fill those baskets with…
When Social Distancing Brings Closeness: Boxcar & Front Line Appreciation Group of Cranford Join Forces!
Cranford Delivery of Food For Our First Responders It’s been a few short weeks – but this worldwide Coronavirus pandemic has completely altered our way of life. The atmosphere is filled with much anxiety for many. This is an unprecedented time where “Shelter in Place” and “Social Distancing” has become our norm. For many people,…
“Lift Your Spirits Campaign” Brightens The Westfield Area
Lift Your Spirits Campaign brings much needed smiles to area residents! I featured Mix + Mingle Events ‘s co-founders, Brooke Feldman Poller and Jessica Stillman Silverstein, back in 2019. You can read the interview about their event planning debut here: https://sharonsteelerealestate.com/mix-and-mingle-events-we-party-local/. These local moms are now reaching out to all the local Westfield Area communities in this…
Houdini Pizza Laboratory
Houdini Pizza Laboratory: A Neighborhood Pizzeria in Fanwood NJ Houdini Pizza Laboratory at 25 South Avenue in Fanwood NJ got its start a few years ago in Queens, N.Y. (Harry Houdini’s final resting place). The pizzeria grew in popularity and, in 2017, Max Bartoli and Joe Mortarulo (owner of Darby Road in Scotch Plains) opened…
Chez-The Gelato & Pastry Shop in Cranford NJ
Chez-The Gelato & Pastry Shop: So Good You Won’t Know It’s 100% Gluten Free! Cesare Somma aka Chez is a Cranford native, grew up near the high school, and his family has owned Calabria Pizza since 1980s. Chez’ Cranford roots go deep and he’s finally ready to branch out and open his own shop which…
Cranford Bakery & Desserts: Local Bakery Branching into CBD Oil Confections
The loyal customers of Alfonso’s Bakery in Cranford (originally a Staten Island icon since the 1970s) held their breath earlier in the year when the beloved bakery (at 200 South Ave. East) suddenly closed its doors. The lights went on again in Spring, but under a new name: Cranford Bakery and Desserts. The Cranford community…
Cranford Woman’s Club Home for the Holidays House Tour 2019
If you haven’t taken part in the Cranford Woman’s Club Home for the Holidays House Tour – this is THE YEAR to do so! 2019 is the organization’s 30th Anniversary of this holiday tradition and the homes on the list are sure to impress and delight the crowds! The Cranford Woman’s Club: The Cranford Woman’s Club, founded in 1949,…
2019 National Night Out is This Tuesday, August 6!
National Night Out is This Tuesday, August 6! It’s the 36th Annual National Night Out is this coming Tuesday, August 6th. This is an “annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while…
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