Update for the Week of February 21
Bernie Wagenblast
Cranford Radio Update for the Week of February 21
Former Cranford Resident Examines People of Hope in Podcast Series 🎙️
Shadow of Hope is an eight-part podcast series hosted by Karen Coburn. In it, she looks at the People of Hope, a Catholic covenant community which counted a number of Cranford residents among its members. Some say the group served as part of the inspiration for A Handmaid’s Tale.
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Controlled Environment Agriculture: Food for Space - Friday, February 21 🚀
Going back to the early manned space flights, astronauts had to bring their food with them (remember Tang?). For extended stays, growing food might be needed. A NASA representative will speak on the subject.
Black History Program - Saturday, February 22
First Baptist Church is presenting a program consisting of a number of readings regarding the contributions of members of First Baptist and Cranford residents. It takes place at noon at the church, 100 High Street.
Cranford Fund for Educational Excellence Trivia Night - Saturday, February 22 ❓
Tickets are available for this annual event which supports Cranford Public Schools.
An Afternoon in Ireland - Sunday, February 23 🇮🇪
Come to the Cranford Theater for a viewing of Riverdance followed by a short talk about Irish dance and heritage.
History Seminar: African Americans and Labor - Wednesday, February 26 👷🏾
This event takes place on the campus of Union College of Union County, starting at noon.
The Modern Search for Planet X - Friday, February 28 X
Since 1915 astronomers have looked for a mysterious Planet X. Learn more about the planet and the search at the Sperry Observatory.
Fire & Ice - Saturday, March 1 🔥 🧊
Let the wings bring the heat and the sculptor carve the ice! That, and more, happens in Downtown Cranford between 1 and 4.
Angels in America - Through March 1 🪽
This drama presented by the Cranford Dramatic Club looks at the AIDS crisis in the mid 1980s. Hear an interview with the director and cast members on Cranford Radio.
Chicago Presented by CHS Performing Arts Department - March 7, 8 & 9 🎹
The musical, originally produced in 1975, is going to have three performances at Cranford High.
Fire Safety in Your Home - Wednesday, March 12 🏠🧑🚒
The College Women’s Club of Cranford will host this presentation by the CFD at the First Presbyterian Church.
Cranford St. Patrick’s Parade - Sunday, March 16 ☘️
The town’s first St. Patrick’s parade will run from the Community Center to downtown. Learn more about the parade in this Cranford Radio interview.
Events at Cranford Public Library 🎸
Prevention Links will be paying a visit and a pedal steel guitar concert are two highlights of the upcoming week!
Thanks for listening!
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