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Some Local Shops in the Cranford/Westfield Area That Offer Gift Wrapping!

I have a confession to make: I loathe wrapping gifts. Sure, I love the way a beautifully wrapped gift LOOKS, but I don’t have the motivation nor the Martha Stewart talents to make it happen. And don’t get me started on how...

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Herning Ave Halloween… One Resident’s Love For This Cranford NJ Tradition!

Trick-or-treating is a terrific time in most neighborhoods, but there’s a street in Cranford that’s become known as the “Halloween Street.” For the residents of Herning Avenue, Halloween has become so much more...

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Alfonso’s Pastry Shoppe….. A Staten Island Favorite Opens in Cranford, NJ!

It’s not every day that memories of my childhood hometown mesh so seamlessly with life in my current town, but one new business in Cranford has made that happen. Alfonso’s Pastry Shoppe — family-owned since 1970 in...

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Some Cranford/Westfield Area Halloween Events 2015

Halloween is a BLAST in our area. Back when I was a kid, you trick-or-treated on Halloween (and maybe got into some mischief the night before). Now there are giant townwide events leading up to Halloween that ensure your kids will get...

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Foster The Dream Gala hosted by CASA of Union County

There are a few events in our area that combine a magical evening with fundraising for a truly worthy cause . . . and the Foster The Dream Gala hosted by CASA of Union County is one such event. The 3rd annual gala is slated for Friday,...

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Westfield Seafood is an Area Favorite!

Honest. Fresh. Seafood. Those three little words are the slogan behind Westfield Seafood, and the truth behind them is what has kept customers returning to the local fish market for decades. The only way you could get your hands on...

Union County, Charity, Community, community information, Kids

A Birthday Wish Program to Benefit NJ Children in Foster Care

Did you know there are more than 8,000 children in New Jersey who are living outside of a permanent, loving family. Many of these foster children never experience the simple joy of receiving a birthday gift. But one Westfield resident...

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Cranford NJ Homeowners offer “Free Little Library”

If this doesn’t scream small-town charm, I don’t know what does! It’s the LITTLE FREE LIBRARY, an adorable curbside wooden cubby that offers free books to passers-by, and receives donated books as well....

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Westfield NJ’s Iconic James Ward Mansion

There’s a beautiful building in Westfield that reminds me so much of the French Quarter in New Orleans. Can you guess which one I’m thinking of? It’s the James Ward Mansion, of course, on East Broad Street in downtown...

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It’s Time to Get Your Duck for Cranford’s Annual Ducky Derby!!

What local race features a whopping 1,000 participants and lots of laughs? It’s none other than Cranford’s Annual Ducky Derby, where oodles of rubber duckies race down the Rahway River in a fun-filled event that benefits...

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Milk Money Cranford Offers High Quality Consignment

Milk Money of Cranford has made quite a name for itself around town. This high quality children’s consignment store stocks well-known brands c including Gap, Gymboree, Ralph Lauren, Hanna Anderson, Mini Boden and many more. Milk...

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The Deutscher Club of Clark is the Largest German Club in NJ!

If you are of German heritage — or simply love German beer, food, and music — you should definitely pay a visit to the Deutscher Club of Clark! The club is celebrating its 80th anniversary this September, and it has so much...

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Winning Writing Academy Summer Camp at Surgents Elite Gymnastics in Westfield

Does your child have a way with words? A love of books? Then you might consider signing him or her up for Winning Writing Academy summer camp in Westfield. There are still a few spots left for this great camp for students entering...

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Cranford NJ Community Farmer’s Market

What’s better than a lazy summer Sunday morning? Adding a stroll through the Cranford Community Farmer’s Market! Every Sunday from now through October, locals can take a walk through the parking lot of the train station on the South...

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Meet Local Author Ed Robinson at the Cranford Community Center 7/9/15

Cranford breeds talent! On Thursday, July 9th, at 7:30 PM, The Friends f the Cranford Public Library are sponsoring an event at the Cranford Community Center (220 Walnut Avenue), at which you can meet one of the examples of our...

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Fireworks Celebrations in the Cranford/Westfield and Surrounding Areas

The Fourth of July just isn’t the same without fireworks. If you’re Katie Perry, then you have your very own fireworks supply right there in your customized bra. But, just in case you do NOT own pyrotechnic undergarments, here is a...

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Seafare Chippery in Fanwood, NJ

Want to feel like you’re on vacation when you go out for casual eats? Then you’ve got to check out Seafare Chippery in Fanwood, where you can get the freshest seafood around and savor it in their new nautical outdoor...

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The Westfield Summer Concert Series 2015

I love how our bustling towns still feel like old-fashioned villages when the community comes together for family-friendly events. The Westfield Summer Concert Series is a classic example of that! On select dates throughout the summer,...

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The Greek Store in Kenilworth NJ

If you attended the recent GreekFest in Westfield, you might be craving more delicious homemade Greek food. It turns out there’s a wonderful Greek gourmet store just a stone’s throw away in downtown Kenilworth. The Greek...

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Creative Kids in Scotch Plains Can Help INSPIRE your Child!

If you’re still looking for summer activities for your kids, why not consider some CREATIVE classes to spark their interest? Creative Kids in Scotch Plains has a great assortment of classes to inspire your kids, and you...

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Westfield NJ’s Home Video Studio

Now here’s something a lot of us have been wanting to do for years . . . transfer our old home videos to DVD! A certain family member who will go unnamed has a tower of VHS tapes that could eclipse the Chrysler Building....

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6th Annual Charity Car and Motorcycle Show in Mountainside, NJ 6/21/15

If the dads in your life are into cars, then I have a great Father’s Day outing for you: the 6th Annual Charity Car and Motorcycle Show in downtown Mountainside. On Sunday, June 21, from noon to 6 pm, Mountain Avenue near New...

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Favorite Ice Cream Shops in the Cranford Westfield Area of NJ

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Here are some favorite local haunts for the cold, sweet treats that everyone craves on hot days. Whether you prefer old-fashioned churned ice cream, a blended creation, or frozen...

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Alluem Yoga in Cranford NJ Inspirational Chalk Messages

Alluem Yoga in Cranford NJ Inspirational Chalk Messages Cranford is so lovely during the early morning hours. It’s such a lovely, peaceful neighborhood to enjoy a morning walk or run through! And many residents make sure their route...

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