Cranford Calendar

It’s that time of the year again!! Music fest 2019! This event is the type of thing that makes our little town so unique. Please add the date to your calendar and come enjoy an afternoon of great music, delicious food and of course tricky tray!! As always, all proceeds go right back into our community. The funds raised are used for revitalizing, beautifying and maintaining the Centennial Avenue business district.
Consider it and afternoon out for a cause!
Vinny Savinelli, a strong supporter of all of our Cranford schools, has generously offered to hold a two-day giveback of 15% at his restaurant, “Vinny’s Pizza and Pasta” to Project Graduation 2020.
The dates are FEBRUARY 4th AND 5th. The location is 28 Eastman Street, Cranford * Dine in or take out.
Present this flyer to the cashier at “Vinny’s Pizza and Pasta”, or show them this email or our Facebook post on your phone, or just mention that you are there to support Project Graduation 2020, and Vinny’s will donate 15% of the proceeds from your order back to Project Graduations class of 2020.
Vinny Savinelli, a strong supporter of all of our Cranford schools, has generously offered to hold a two-day giveback of 15% at his restaurant, “Vinny’s Pizza and Pasta” to Project Graduation 2020.
The dates are FEBRUARY 4th AND 5th. The location is 28 Eastman Street, Cranford * Dine in or take out.
Present this flyer to the cashier at “Vinny’s Pizza and Pasta”, or show them this email or our Facebook post on your phone, or just mention that you are there to support Project Graduation 2020, and Vinny’s will donate 15% of the proceeds from your order back to Project Graduations class of 2020.

On Saturday, February 8th, The Freeholder Board will present the Chester Holmes award before the production of Raisin: A Musical at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage in Rahway from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. This is a musical adaptation of the Lorraine Hansberry play “A Raisin in the Sun”. Call the UCPAC box office for ticket information at 732-499-8226.

A delightful afternoon tea with assorted teas, scones, tea sandwiches, and desserts, prepared by the Cake Artist of Cranford. There will be a short musical performance and chances to win at the tricky tray and 50/50 Come alone or bring friends!
Scholar Tea is hosted by The College Women’s Club of Cranford, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1932, as a fundraiser for college scholarships awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in Cranford. 100% of the proceeds will go to fund scholarships for Cranford Students.
A drive-up food distribution for Union County residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic will be held on Thursday, July 23, beginning at 9 a.m. at Kean University. Sponsored and coordinated by the County of Union and the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, the food distribution will be first-come, first-served and no registration is required.
Kean University is located at 1000 Morris Avenue in Union. The distribution will take place in the parking lot located at the intersection of North and Morris avenues.

The Cranford United Methodist Church will hold a drive-thru food collection in their parking lot on Saturday, July 25 between 10 am and 2 pm. Cars will pull up and volunteers will remove the non-perishable food donations from the trunk.
Support Cranford wrestling with a day at Ash Brook Golf Course. You can also lend your support by sponsoring a hole.


The food distribution will begin at 9 am and is open to all Union County residents.
Food will be distributed on a first-come-first-served basis and residents must arrive in cars. Walk-ups will not be accommodated.
Upon arrival, proof of New Jersey residency and indicate how many people reside in their household will have to be provided. Recipients will receive an emergency box of non-perishable items and fresh produce, with enough to sustain a family for several days. Please note that only one box of food will be provided per vehicle.
This event will run in compliance with state COVID-19 orders, regarding social distancing and other protocols. All drive-up recipients must remain in their cars with windows rolled up at all times, otherwise, masks are required. Food boxes will be placed in the trunk or truck bed of the vehicle by volunteers.

– Powdered Mashed Potatoes
– Boxed Stuffing
– Canned Turkey Gravy
– Cream of Mushroom Soup
– Canned Green Beans
– Boxed French Fried Onions
– Canned Cranberry Sauce
– Canned Yams
– Marshmallows
– Corn Bread Mix
– Chicken Broth
– Canned Pumpkin
– Other traditions from your family and culture!
THE MAX Challenge of Cranford will be partnering with Cranford Family Care to assist their “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” initiative! We are excited to be accepting donations for our 2020 Food Drive
To schedule your drop off at our studio email [email protected] or text 9088385331
Drop-offs MUST be scheduled due to COVID-19 safety and capacity regulations.
From Wed Nov 12th – Friday, Nov 20th Cranford Cares is asking for donations of
Pancake mix
Condiments (ketchup, honey, mustard, mayo, etc)
Children’s snacks
From Monday, November 23rd through Wed November 25th, we will be accepting
Fresh potatoes
Fresh produce
All to donate to local families in need for Thanksgiving!
THE MAX Challenge of Cranford will be partnering with Cranford Family Care to assist their “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” initiative! We are excited to be accepting donations for our 2020 Food Drive
To schedule your drop off at our studio email [email protected] or text 9088385331
Drop-offs MUST be scheduled due to COVID-19 safety and capacity regulations.
From Wed Nov 12th – Friday, Nov 20th Cranford Cares is asking for donations of
Pancake mix
Condiments (ketchup, honey, mustard, mayo, etc)
Children’s snacks
From Monday, November 23rd through Wed November 25th, we will be accepting
Fresh potatoes
Fresh produce
All to donate to local families in need for Thanksgiving!
THE MAX Challenge of Cranford will be partnering with Cranford Family Care to assist their “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” initiative! We are excited to be accepting donations for our 2020 Food Drive
To schedule your drop off at our studio email [email protected] or text 9088385331
Drop-offs MUST be scheduled due to COVID-19 safety and capacity regulations.
From Wed Nov 12th – Friday, Nov 20th Cranford Cares is asking for donations of
Pancake mix
Condiments (ketchup, honey, mustard, mayo, etc)
Children’s snacks
From Monday, November 23rd through Wed November 25th, we will be accepting
Fresh potatoes
Fresh produce
All to donate to local families in need for Thanksgiving!