Here's What’s Happening in Cranford in October

What’s Happening in Cranford in October?

CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast compiles what's happening in Cranford, starting with her terrific podcast. Upcoming events include:

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Cranford Radio Podcast — Cranford to Hold Free Narcan Training and Distribution 👃

Opioid abuse is something that touches all communities. To address its impact in Cranford, the Cranford Prevention & Wellness Alliance and the Cranford Police Department are sponsoring a Narcan training and distribution event on October 15 at the Community Center. On this week’s podcast I speak with Karen Bennett of the Alliance and Capt. Matt Nazarro of the CPD to learn more about the event and why Narcan is such an important tool to prevent opioid overdose deaths.

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Feast of St. Michael - October 3-6 🎡

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Rides and games for the kids, beer and food for the adults. It all happens in the parking lot of St. Michael’s School.

Union County Gun Surrender Program - Saturday, October 5 🔫

The Cranford Police Department will be accepting firearms, ammo and prescription drugs at The Roundhouse with no questions asked.

Jaycees Oktoberfest - Saturday, October 5 🇩🇪🍻

Tickets are now on sale for this annual celebration with German beer, food and music.

Cranford Fall Street Fest - Sunday, October 6  🍂🎶

Music, crafts, food… some of what you’ll find downtown between 11 and 5.

Rubber Ducky Race - Sunday, October 6 🦆

These are no ordinary ducks! Not only do they float down the Rahway River, they raise money for the Hanson Park Conservancy. Adopt a duck and come cheer them on!

When There Were Witches: An Exploration of the Salem Witch Trials - Tuesday, October 8🧙

Join the College Women's Club of Cranford for their first program of the 2024/2025 year whe re a presentation will look back to 1692 and the Massachusetts Bay Colony.

Halloween Costume Collection - Through October 10 👻

Lure Lash is collecting new and gently-used costumes for children who might not otherwise have one.

Scarecrow Stroll Monster Mash - Friday, October 11 🧌

Music, a photobooth and spider web cotton candy are some of what you’ll find at Eastman Clock Plaza.

PFLAG Cranford-Union Coming Out Day Community Event - Friday, October 11 🏳️‍🌈

The first community event by this new PFLAG chapter takes place at Calvary Lutheran Church.

Cranford Elks Oktoberfest - Saturday, October 12 🇩🇪🍻

Perhaps you missed the Jaycees celebration the week before or you just can’t get enough Oktoberfest. Whatever the reason, join the Cranford Elks .

Downtown Cranford Candy Stroll - October 12 & 13 🍭

Check out the scarecrows around town and collect candy while you do it.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show - Saturday, October 12 & October 19 💋

This 1975 cult classic film will play in the Cranford Theater starting at 10 pm. Movie goers are known for dressing as the film’s characters and acting out the dialogue as it plays on screen.

Scarecrow Stroll Paint Out - Sunday, October 13 🖌️

These models are happy to pose while you paint them. There are over 100 scarecrows to choose from.

Free Narcan Training and Distribution - Tuesday, October 15 ⚕️

The Cranford Prevention & Wellness Alliance and the Cranford Police Department will train residents on how to use Narcan to prevent opioid overdose deaths. Narcan will also be distributed to attendees. Please listen to this week’s podcast for additional details.

Health & Wellness Fair - Saturday, October 26 🩺

Lead and blood pressure screenings are just some of what you’ll find at the Community Center between 11 and 2.

Union County College Foundation Scholarship Gala - Wednesday, October 30 🎓

Harvesting Dreams is the theme of the 32nd annual scholarship gala . It takes place at The Westwood in Garwood.

Events at Cranford Public Library 🪴

A plant swap and a poetry book club and class are on tap In the week ahead .

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