Ghostbusters Day Returns to Downtown Cranford on October 25th!
It’s ghost busting time! Ghostbusters will be taking over Downtown Cranford this Saturday, October 25th with activities for visitors of all ages. There will be a Stay Puft S’mores Bar, Ghostbusters Cupcake Decorating, Ghostbusters Stroll, Ghostbusters specials, Ghostbusters Scavenger Hunt, and so much more! If you’d like to take part in the Ghostbusters Stroll, click here. […]
A New Spot for Bagel Lovers: Belle’s Bagels Opens in Cranford
If there is one thing New Jersey residents can’t get enough of, it’s bagels. That’s just one reason why we’re so excited to announce the opening of Belle’s Bagels at 11 North Avenue East! Once owners and Cranford residents Cayla and Dave Ricca perfected their bagel recipe, the next step was finding the ideal location […]
Vote Now in the 18th Annual Scarecrow Stroll!
Voting is now open for the 18th Annual Scarecrow Stroll! We can’t thank all of our scarecrow creators enough for decorating Downtown Cranford with over 100 spooky, scary, hilarious, and incredible scarecrows. You can vote on the Downtown Cranford website here: https://downtowncranford.org/scarecrow-stroll-voting/ or by scanning the QR code on any scarecrow nametag. The categories you […]
A Sweet New Spot Opens in Downtown Cranford!
Downtown Cranford just got a little sweeter with the official opening of Carmela’s Sweet Shoppe! The Downtown Cranford office joined owner Rosie Caramella-Smith, her husband Aaron, friends and family, Cranford Township commissioners, and DMC Board members to cut the ribbon at Rosie’s new storefront at 11 Walnut Avenue. Rosie has been a frequent fixture at […]
Register for the 2025 Apple Pie Contest!
Bakers, now is your time to shine! Enter your apple baked good in this year’s for this year’s Apple Pie (or apple baked good) Contest! Contestants, bring your baked good and serving utensils to Eastman Street (across from Vinny’s) on Sunday, October 19th at 12:30PM. The judges will taste each entry before declaring a winner! […]
Your Guide to October Fun in Cranford!
October is the busiest time of year in Cranford and this year is no exception! Downtown Cranford and other organizations have a full calendar of events planned, with the fun kicking off the weekend of October 10th with the Monster Mash Glow Party and Candy Stroll! The fun continues all month long with the LEGOWeen […]
Pumpkin Spice Lovers, This is Your Day!
Tomorrow is the day pumpkin spice lovers have been waiting for – the Downtown Cranford Pumpkin Spice Tour! If you’ve purchased a ticket, you can pick up your bracelet at Eastman Plaza starting at 12:30pm. There are 25 restaurants offering a variety of pumpkin spice flavored treats, so bring your appetite! You’ll also find discounts […]
KG Music Studio Hits All the Right Notes at Its New Downtown Cranford Location!
Please join us in welcoming KG Music Studio to the Downtown Cranford community! Last week Downtown Cranford held a ribbon cutting that was attended by KG Music Studio owner Antonia Kitsopoulos-Graziano, her family, Cranford Township Commissioners, and DMC Board members. Antonia originally started KG Music Studio with her husband Dan in 2016, teaching voice and […]
Find Your Next Favorite Read at Downtown Cranford’s Newest Retailer, The Cranford Bookstore!
Last week was the long-awaited opening of The Cranford Bookstore, a place where readers of all ages can browse the shelves, searching for their next favorite read! Located at 1 South Avenue East, The Cranford Bookstore is owned by Lauren King and Kate Lydon. The Cranford Bookstore was officially welcomed to the community at a […]
Kick Up Your Heels at These Boots Were Made for Walkin’ Downtown on September 13th!
The country western themed event, These Boots Were Made for Walkin’ Downtown, returns on September 13th! Join us on Saturday, September 13th, for live music with Nikki Briar & the Sweetbriar Country Band, Line Dancing, Food Tour, Mechanical Bull, and more! Kick up your heels and come downtown for this fun and family friendly event! […]