Annual Block Party and Ice Cream Social a big success

(Continued from Page 8) programs to engage young minds,” said Andrews in a press release. “We are grateful for this special week where we can highlight the vital educators who provide essential services for Cranford’s youngest members. I’m proud to join our community in celebrating our children and saluting the dedicated staff who care and educate for them.”

Fiebiger, who’s also a member of Calvary Lutheran Church, said while he was at the event, “The mayor gave us a proclamation,” honoring them for their efforts.

But Nick, who’s been the director of Calvary Nursing School and Child Care for more than 20 years, said recognition wasn’t the reason they sponsor the event year after year.

“We do this to celebrate the early childhood community in Cranford and unite us in a fun-filled event supported by parents, staff and the Cranford Police Department and Fire Department,” she said.

“The weather was beautiful,” said Fieberger, who added, “I want to thank the Cranford Police Department and the Cranford Fire Department for their participation.”

She also praised Cranford’s Police and Fire departments for spending time with the children and making the Block Party and Ice Cream Social a success.

“It’s for the children to get involved with the policeman and fireman and know who they are and get familiar with them – to not be afraid and have some sort of a rapport,” she said.