Aura Coffee Roasters Expands Into Downtown Cranford!

Cranford residents love their coffee, and now there’s even more to love with the opening of Aura Coffee Roasters at 109 Walnut Avenue! The Downtown Cranford office was thrilled to welcome owner Argjend Berisha and his wife Fjolla at a ribbon cutting attended by Mayor Kathleen Prunty, Deputy Mayor Paul Gallo, and DMC Board members. […]
Join Us for Sensory Friendly Day at Cranford Theater!

We are so happy to announce that we will be hosting another Sensory Friendly Day at the Movies on Tuesday, April 28th. Cranford Theater will be showing Super Mario Galaxy at 5:30pm. Tickets are $5 and only available through Eventbrite here: https://bit.ly/4cpN2FV. Each participant will receive a $5 Downtown Cranford gift card upon arrival. This […]
Boutique Shop Look Twice Returns to the Cranford Community!

Yesterday, Downtown Cranford welcomed Look Twice Consignment Store back to the community! Owner Elena Schatz has been in business for 30 years, with her boutique located in both Cranford and Scotch Plains during that time. Downtown Cranford Director Caren Demyen, Township Committee member Dr. Terrence Curran, and DMC Board members were on hand to celebrate […]
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Job Opening for Director, Office of Business & Economic Development

Downtown Cranford currently has a job opening for Director, Office of Business & Economic Development. The Director oversees the Downtown Cranford Special Improvement District and has a number of responsibilities, including marketing the district, overseeing maintenance, dissemination of information to Downtown Cranford stakeholders, and so much more. For a complete job description and information on […]
Pasta Lovers, Order Your Tickets for Pasta La Vista, Baby!

Have you reserved your tickets yet for Pasta La Vista, Baby? Tickets are limited and if you love pasta, you won’t want to miss out on the chance to enjoy samples from 15+ local restaurants! Ticketholders receive a $5 Downtown Cranford gift card and a bracelet to participate in the event. Tickets can be purchased […]
Reserve Your Ticket for the 2026 Senior Citizen Film Series!

Downtown Cranford is thrilled to announce the return of the Senior Citizen Film Series! We are proud to provide Union County senior citizens (55+) the opportunity to see films at the Cranford Theater and enjoy a brief Q/A with an individual in the film industry afterwards. Tickets can be reserved through Downtown Cranford Eventbrite here:https://www.eventbrite.com/o/51374933663. […]
Pass It Over Returns on Sunday, March 22nd!

Downtown Cranford is happy to announce the return of Pass It Over on Sunday, March 22nd! Everyone is invited to stop by Eastman Plaza from 3:30-5PM that day and donate a canned or boxed good. Those who donate an item will be entered to win a $180 gift card, generously donated by Perrotti’s Quality Meats. […]
Heat Up Your Saturday at Fire & Ice in Downtown Cranford!

Saturday, February 28th, is Fire & Ice in Downtown Cranford! Here is the schedule of events taking place between 1-4PM: • Live Ice Carving: Cranford Hotel Restaurant and Pub and River and Rail Cantina • Speed Carving Competition and DJ: Eastman Plaza. • Complimentary Face Painting: River and Rail Cantina • King of the Wing […]
Vote for the 2026 King of the Wing!

Who will take the crown as the 2026 King of the Wing? Vote for your favorite and check social media on Monday to find out who won!