Update for the Week of April 18
Bernie Wagenblast
Cranford Radio Update for the Week of April 18
Cranford Police Chief Matthew Nazzaro
Matt Nazzaro grew up in town and has been a Cranford police officer for over 22 years. He was appointed chief in December. On this week’s podcast we chat about a variety of subjects including his childhood, his experiences as an officer, and his plans as chief.
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Blood Drive - Friday, April 18 🩸
A blood drive takes place at Calvary Tabernacle between noon and 5.
Community of Cranford Good Friday Service - Friday, April 18 ✝️
The Cranford Clergy Council is sponsoring a community Good Friday service at noon at First Presbyterian.
Holidays in Space - Friday, April 18 🥳 🦃 🎄
Find out how astronauts celebrate 12 months of holidays in zero-g.
USA 250th Anniversary Awareness Walk - Saturday, April 19 - 🇺🇲
A variety of events will take place at Nomahegan Park to mark the start of Union County’s celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Pajama Series: Peter Rabbit - Saturday, April 19 🐇
The kids can jump out of bed and head straight to the Cranford Theater for this Saturday morning treat.
Cranford Rotary Club’s 35th Annual Golf Tournament - Monday, April 21 🏌️
Get out on the links, meet some old friends as well as some new ones all while you’re supporting a great cause.
Tracking Sediment on Earth and Mars - Friday, April 25 🌎
Dr. Michael Thorpe from Goddard Space Flight Center is the guest speaker.
Cranford Town-Wide Garage Sale - Saturday, April 26 🏷️
Whether you’re a homeowner looking to sell things or someone searching for a bargain, the community garage sale is sure to help out. Proceeds benefit Cranford Family Care.
Church Women United Annual Spring Assembly - Saturday, April 26 🏡
The Cranford Community Center plays host to this event. This year’s theme is fair and accessible housing.
Cranford Film Festival - Saturday, April 26 🎦
Both student and established filmmakers will have their work shown at the Cranford Theater.
Family Fun Evening - Saturday, April 26 🏊
Come to the Centennial Avenue Pool and maybe win a free pool membership.
Fluid - A Live Music Event - Thursday, May 1 🎶
The performance takes place at the Cranford Theater. There’s a Q&A following the performance.
Packing Event - Saturday, May 3 🥪
Join volunteers packing sandwiches and healthcare items for those experiencing homelessness at Calvary Lutheran Church. The event is sponsored by Bridges. Congresswoman LaMonica McIver will be in attendance.
Rahway River Clean-Up - Saturday, May 17 🚣
The river is one of Cranford’s treasured natural assets. Come help it stay healthy.
Holy Week Services ✝️
Here are services offered by Cranford churches for Holy Week.
Downtown Cranford PEEPS-tacular - through April 20 🐤
See a variety of art created with Peeps candies.
Events at Cranford Public Library 🐝 🖍️
Kids can learn about pollinators from Pointer Bee Farm and relax with an hour of coloring and hot chocolate during Color Me Calm. The library will be closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
This Week at the Cranford Theater 🎞️
These films will be shown on the big screens at the Cranford Theater in the coming week: The King of Kings, The Wedding Banquet, A Minecraft Movie, Thunderbolts, and Peter Rabbit.
Happy Easter and thanks for listening! ✝️☦️
Bernie Wagenblast
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