Named for the stone wall that runs around the borders of the original estate property, “Stonehedge” stood as “the ideal country home” at 211 Hampton Street in Cranford from its creation in 1903 – till it became “The Southern Club” in the 1940s – and now back again as a private residence. I had…
Featured Local Artist: Bonnie Piparo: “You’ll Hear Things That Will Make Your Ears Smile”
Sometimes we need to just pause and reflect on what a rich music environment we have in our area and what a treasure trove of talented musicians are living in our neighborhoods! This week I wanted to feature the lovely Bonnie Piparo of Cranford. Have you met her? She’s a one-of-a-kind lady and…
Cranford NJ Kindness Mamas
With the title of “Best Downtown in New Jersey” – Cranford is living up to its reputation for having a strong community and small-town love. These days, social media can fuel negativity. A group of Cranford moms decided to create a fun, supportive, and interactive group for the town. Want to be a part of…
Mix and Mingle Events – “We Party Local”
Aren’t we so lucky that Brooke Feldman Poller from Westfield Living Magazine and Jessica Stillman Silverstein of EventsbyJES have united to form the ultimate event planning company in our area?! Born out of a desire to “plan community building events that bring people together and support local businesses” – Mix + Mingle Events was created!…
Cheech & Roo Opens in Garwood: Vintage Finds, Décor & Curiosities!
Wow – drop everything right now and head over to 246 North Avenue in Garwood. If you are a lover of repurposed vintage finds, farmhouse décor, and collections of local artisans – it’s happy holidays to you! Owner Elisa Miranda has transformed this old dance studio into a wonderland of everything you can imagine to…
The Oils Room in Westfield – Keeping you Healthy and Pampered During the Holidays!
Christa Teevan, a local mother from Scotch Plains, has found the perfect balance between corporate life and following her passion of educating the community on the positive effects of essential oils. Her grand opening of The Oils Room happened in early November at 138 Elmer Street (sharing space with ViaNutrition). Her shop couldn’t have…
Turning Black Friday 2018 into Track Friday in Cranford!
Cranford Track Friday – Let’s Meet Up and Make a Difference November 23! This Black Friday 2018, November 23, join the national movement to turn Black Friday into Track Friday! Run or walk any distance, anywhere. Meet up with friends and family. Donate or raise money for any charity. Make a difference. Cranford…
This Holiday Season, Gather Those Toys and Help Them “Live, Laugh, Love- Again”!
It’s that time of year again and boy do we need some good, heartfelt stories! Everyone is craving a little positivity and I’m here to highlight a local mother who is selfless, devoted, and determined to make an impact! Meet Kacie Peluso – wife, mother of two beautiful toddlers, and a house full of…
Lost and Found Tattoo: Finding Expression and Healing for Breast Cancer Survivors
As I was sitting in Ali and Pete’s kitchen on North Avenue in Cranford, I realized that this was no ordinary business that had come to town. This was a community that was being created, a place of creating self-expression, and getting back to the art of neighborly love and conversation over coffee and bagels.…
Cranford Porchfest 2018: This Saturday (10/13/18) and Bigger Than Ever!
Make sure your calendar is cleared for next Saturday, October 13 between 2:00-5:30pm! This is the second year that the Cranford Community Connection is bringing you Cranford Porchfest – a FREE musical event open to EVERYONE and completely powered by the “do-it-yourself” concept and orchestrated by local volunteers, space provided by the homeowners, entertainment by…
GSMLS OPEN HOUSE LIST FOR CRANFORD, WESTFIELD, AND SURROUNDING AREAS 10/6/18 – 10/7/18
Here is the scheduled GSMLS Open House List for residential real estate in Cranford, Westfield, Clark, Garwood, Kenilworth, Mountainside, Scotch Plains and Fanwood NJ for the weekend of October 6-7, 2018. Open Houses are on Sunday from 1-4pm unless otherwise noted….Some are on Saturday! Please let me know if you would like information about these, or any…
The 3 C’s of Café Teasia: Coffee, Cold Treats, & Community!
Perhaps you’ve seen the enticing Instagram posts of Café Teasia’s Korean Snow Ice, colorful Bubble Tea creations, or Frappés. But did you know that this new addition to Cranford is so much more – and that owner Mike Hur is an experienced barista? He wants everyone to know that his new Café Teasia in Cranford…
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