Cranford Recreation and Parks Department

06/18/2026

¡Vamos de aventura!

Join us for Latin American Camp, where kids ages 3–6 will explore the cultures, traditions, music, crafts, and fun of five Latin American countries!

📅 August 10–14
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Cranford Community Center

Register today through Community Pass and let your child discover the world through culture, creativity, and play! 🌟

06/18/2026

Lost and Found This Week
Lost a towel, goggles, necklace, hat, clothes, chair or cooler? Come by to pick up your lost items at the front Lost and Found. Pool office at 1025 Orange Avenue is open during the day from 9 a to 4 p this week Monday through Thursday, Friday 5-8 pm or stop by over the weekend when the pool is open to grab your lost items.

Don’t forget to take a look through the lost and found! Items that remain unclaimed throughout the summer will be donated or recycled in order to keep our facility clean and organized.

06/18/2026

The Cranford Community Center will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

06/15/2026

USG - Cranford Summer Weekly classes! Prices go up on June 18! Programs for ages 1.5 to Adult. Tennis, Soccer, T-ball, NFL Flag, Multi Sports, Cheer, Pickleball, Track & Basketball. Summer Camps available too. Register with USG now! Cranford Recreation Sports Camps & Classes | NJ

06/15/2026

🏆 CHAMPIONS! 🏆

Congratulations to Cranford Recreation Track & Field on capturing its first-ever Lakeland League Championship! In just their third season, our athletes rose to the top of Division 2, earning the league title through hard work, dedication, and incredible team spirit. 🎉

This season was one for the record books:
🏃‍♂️ 222 registered athletes
⭐ 601 personal records set
🏅 12 new program records at the championship meet

This achievement is a testament to the commitment of our athletes, coaches, volunteers, and families who continue to make this program thrive. We are so proud of everything this team has accomplished and can't wait to see what the future holds!

👏 Congratulations to everyone involved on an unforgettable season!

📰 Thank you to TAPinto Cranford for highlighting this incredible milestone for our community.

Three-year-old program wins division 2 title behind record participation and strong teamwide effort.

06/15/2026

🏑 Cranford Youth Field Hockey Registration is NOW OPEN! 🏑

Ready to learn new skills, make friends, and have a blast this fall? Join Cranford Youth Field Hockey for an exciting season of teamwork, fun, and competition!

💜 Programs available for:
🏑 1st–2nd Grade
🏑 3rd–4th Grade
🏑 5th–6th Grade

⏰ Registration closes July 31st

Whether your child is new to field hockey or returning for another season, CYFH offers a welcoming environment to learn the game, build confidence, and stay active.

Don't wait—spots fill quickly! Register today and get ready for a fantastic season on the field.

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📣 Tag a friend who should join the fun this season!

06/15/2026

🏀 What a way to wrap up the season! 🏆

Congratulations to all the teams that competed in the Cranford Recreation Men's 30+ Basketball League Spring Finals! The championship game showcased great competition, teamwork, and sportsmanship from start to finish.

A huge thank you to all the players, officials, volunteers, and supporters who made this season a success. We love seeing our community come together through recreation and friendly competition!

🎥 Special thanks to Tv35 for capturing the action and helping us share these memorable moments with the community. Your coverage helps showcase the incredible programs and participants that make Cranford Recreation so special!

📺 Check out the highlights and relive the excitement of championship night! ⬇️

Mens 30 Plus Rec Department League Spring Finals 2026

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

🎆🛶 Cranford’s Independence Day Celebration Starts Early! 🇺🇸

Get ready for TWO amazing community traditions as we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary!
Kick off the holiday weekend with...
🎇 250th Independence Day Fireworks Celebration
📍 Nomahegan Park
📅 Thursday, July 2
⏰ Event begins at 5:00 PM
🎵 DJ Entertainment
🍔 Food Trucks
🎈 Inflatables
🎆 Fireworks at 9:00 PM

Then, join us for the Annual Canoe Races!

🌊 July 4th Annual Canoe Races
📍 Cranford Canoe Club
⏰ Races begin at 9:00 AM
🏆 Categories for kids, adults, families, and marathon racers
🎉 Free community event – compete, cheer, and celebrate!

Bring your family, your friends, and your patriotic spirit as Cranford comes together to celebrate our nation's birthday in a big way! ❤️🤍💙

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06/09/2026

Outdoor Pool Season is Off to a Great Start!

We’re thrilled to welcome 139 new families to the Orange Avenue Pool since Thursday — including 33 who joined us during Sunday’s Open House!
With a large main pool with slides and diving board, baby pool, splash pad, pickleball/tennis courts, gaga pit, and volleyball, there’s fun for every kid (and kid-at-heart!).
Proud to be a family-friendly, alcohol-free community space!
Let’s make it an amazing summer!