Cranford Parks & Rec have wonderful programs for children & seniors. As a youngster, my daughter participated in their softball league for many years. It showed her teamwork & pride. She made many friends among girls she would have never met in the various schools, & re-united with them in Jr. & High School- built-in buddies! She also attended their sponsored dances & always had a ball. Fast-forward 30 years. Now I'm 65 & have enrolled in several of the activities offered to our Seniors at the Cranford Community Center for FREE! I go to their Meditation class, Beginner's Canasta group, Beginners' Ma Jonng (no, you don't have to be Chinese or Jewish), Pinocle Club, & Senior's Yoga. Without exception, I have found the many men & women friendly, courteous, & happy to teach you. I have not encountered any "clicks" personally. It's so much fun to learn something new & make friends at the same time. I was interested in a few more activities offered, such as Crochet & Knitting Club (my girlfriend says it's great, with nice people) the Art Class (which is fabulous), & Beginner's Tai Chi Chuan- but these are offered at times that are inconvenient for me. All in all, this is a wonderful place to spend time, & I would recommend any of the widely varied activities, classes, or clubs to any Senior that has extra time on their schedule. Your taxes are going to good use. Many surrounding towns, like Clark & Westfield, have only limited activities offered to their Seniors. Too bad for them. read more