Cranford Calendar

Dec
24
Sat
2022
Christmas Eve Service @ First Presbyterian Church
Dec 24 @ 4:00 pm
Christmas Eve Service @ First Presbyterian Church

The First Presbyterian Church of Cranford invites you to celebrate Christmas with us.  This December, discover the wonder, joy, and awe that awaits you as we light the candles, retell the Christmas story, and sing familiar Christmas carols.  We believe everyone should be blessed by an encounter with the Holy Spirit and leave renewed and ready to share their experience with others.  We promise to do our best to provide you with that opportunity.  Come, let’s celebrate Christmas!

Feb
9
Thu
2023
Galentine’s Chocolate Walk @ Downtown Cranford
Feb 9 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

You’re invited to the 1st Galentine’s Chocolate Walk on February 9! Tickets cost $20 and will get you a tote bag, a candy box, and a passport to pick up gourmet chocolates! Ticket holders will also receive a special offer booklet from participating stores. Grab your friends for a fun evening out of shopping, sweets, and treats!

Mar
7
Tue
2023
Teen Paint and Sip @ Fire Me Up Studio
Mar 7 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Teens are invited to hang out and create art with friends! We’ll be drinking bubble tea and creating paintings inspired by the art of Yayoi Kusama. All participants will receive a complimentary bubble tea. This free program is being held at Fire me Up! Studios on Tuesday, March 7 from 4-5 p.m. This program is best suited to children ages 12+. The program is free but registration is required.

Mar
24
Fri
2023
Deadline to register for Downtown Cranford Peeps-Tacular! @ Cranford DMC
Mar 24 all-day

Make a PEEPS® marshmallow masterpiece! Glue, mold, and manipulate those fluffy chicks, bunnies and other PEEPS® shapes to bring your vision to life. All members of the public are invited to participate in the competition. The deadline to register is March 24. The event guidelines can be seen below and on our website. Please review the event guidelines before registering. Limited spots are available. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected] or give us a call at (908) 709-7208.

For more details go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/downtown-cranford-peeps-tacular-tickets-539524049957

Apr
1
Sat
2023
Cranford Jaycees 2023 Free Easter Egg Hunt @ Orange Avenue School
Apr 1 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Cranford Jaycees 2023 Free Easter Egg Hunt @ Orange Avenue School
Join us for our annual free Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 1st at 10:00 am SHARP behind Orange Avenue School for children ages 0-12. There will be separate fields by age group.
This event is free courtesy of the Cranford Jaycees. Please bring non-perishable food items to donate to Cranford Family Care.
The Easter Bunny will make an appearance!
Downtown Cranford Spring Hop @ Eastman Clock Plaza Park
Apr 1 @ 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Downtown Cranford Spring Hop @ Eastman Clock Plaza Park

The Spring Hop returns this year and will take place on April 1st from 1-3pm! To take part, just purchase a Spring Hop tote bag – supplies are limited. Children will be able to pick up eggs at 20+ downtown businesses and every participant will also win a Golden Egg! Registered participants can pick bags up starting at 12:30pm the day of the event at Eastman Clock Plaza.

Tote bags cost $10 and can be ordered through Eventbrite.

The event is rain or shine – no refunds.

Apr
2
Sun
2023
Cranford Jaycees Pancake Breakfast @ Cranford VFW
Apr 2 @ 7:30 am – 12:00 pm
Cranford Jaycees Pancake Breakfast @ Cranford VFW
Our annual pancake breakfast is back at the Cranford VFW with eggs, sausage/bacon, coffee, juice, and of course pancakes (with optional chocolate chips). $10 for adults, $5 for kids, or $25 for a family. Get your tickets at the door.
The Easter Bunny will be there, along with face painting, a Guess the Jelly Bean contest, and, new for 2023, a photo booth. There’s also a raffle to win a Blackstone flat-top grill.
Proceeds benefit Cranford Family Care.
Apr
9
Sun
2023
Easter Sunrise Service @ First Presbyterian church - Bates Hall Gym
Apr 9 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 am
Easter Sunrise Service @ First Presbyterian church - Bates Hall Gym | Cranford | New Jersey | United States

There is nothing like waking up on Easter morning and sharing in the amazement the women who discovered the empty tomb must have felt! Join us outside in the spring air as the sun rises, celebrating the triumph of life over death and light over darkness. Bring a flower from your garden and flower the cross in the front lawn. Some will also be provided.

Easter Celebration Service @ First Presbyterian church - Bates Hall Gym
Apr 9 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am
Easter Celebration Service @ First Presbyterian church - Bates Hall Gym | Cranford | New Jersey | United States

It will be an exciting Easter worship service at FPCC! With joyful shouts we say “Christ, He is risen!” and respond with “Indeed, He is risen!” Children will brighten the Sanctuary by carrying flowers forward and placing them on the Chancel (the front of the Sanctuary). After the children’s message, “Busy Bags” will keep little ones entertained. Together, we will celebrate Easter with open Communion (all are welcome to join in!) In a beloved tradition, you are invited to come forward to sing the “Hallelujah Chorus” with the choir at the end of the service. This service will also be livestreamed to Facebook and YouTube.

Easter Egg Hunt, Games, Photobooth and Family Fun @ First Presbyterian church - Bates Hall Gym
Apr 9 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Easter Egg Hunt, Games, Photobooth and Family Fun @ First Presbyterian church - Bates Hall Gym | Cranford | New Jersey | United States

Come for worship, and stay for our Easter Egg Hunt! There will be fun games for families in the Bates Hall gym. In case of inclement weather, the Egg Hunt will take place indoors. (Egg Hunt intended for children ages 12 and under)

Get ready for:

Humpty Dumpty On The Wall
Egg Relay Race
Wobbly Egg Bowling
Carrot Toss (“Cornhole” for Kids)
Family photobooth
Easter Craft Station

Pre-registration for the Egg Hunt is requested so we can ensure enough goodies for all!
Register on our website: https://firstprescranford.org/easter