Main streets are the heart and soul of American cities and towns, serving as community hubs that offer shopping, dining, and entertainment, all in one convenient location. Though some of these streets are not called “Main Street” by name, they are Main Streets in spirit. Here are some of the best main streets in New Jersey. 1. Lambertville - Union Street The entire town is charming, but Union Street is packed to the brim with quaint shops and restaurants. Manon, Bell's Tavern, and Thai Tida are great dining options. The People's Store Antiques Center, Panoply Books, La Chocolate Box, and A Touch of the Past Antiques are great for gifts. There are also many other antique shops as well as numerous galleries, ACME Screening Room (an indie movie theater) and Lambertville House hotel. 2. Montclair - Bloomfield Avenue The dining options on Bloomfield Avenue are endless, offering cuisine from around the world. Consider Cuban Pete's, Chatni Indian, Mesob Ethiopian Restaurant, Dan Thai Cuisine, or Fascino. Choose from chain stores like Anthropologie or shop small at Inner Eye Boutique. The options are endless in Montclair, which is easily one of the most charming towns in New Jersey! 3. Haddonfield - Kings Highway This street has it all! You'll find galleries, flower shops, yoga studios, boutiques, diverse dining options, and more. Visit The Candy Buffet, Maraki Market, Caroline's Luxuries, Amixx Boutique, Gorshin Trading Post & Supplies, The Little Tuna, or Oriental Pearl if you're in the area. 5. Hoboken - Washington Street This may the busiest "Main Street" on the list. You'll almost always find crowds on the street and you'll never have trouble finding something to do. There are plenty of bars and lounges for the younger crowd, along with dining options everyone can enjoy. Eat at Vito's Italian Deli, The Cuban Restaurant and Bar, Mamoun's Falafel Restaurant, La Isla, or Crepe Guru. Shop at Cheap Maggies, Washington General Store, Luna Rosa Home, or Noellery. There are also salons, spas, fitness centers and much more! 6. Princeton - Nassau Street Princeton is one of the most historic towns in New Jersey and, directly across from Princeton University, is Nassau Street, known for its historic buildings and high-end shops. Dine at Chez Alice, PJ's Pancake House, Blue Point Grill, or Nassau Sushi. You'll also find a Ralph Lauren and Lululemon. 7. Cape May - Washington Street Washington Street Mall isn't your typical New Jersey mall - it is an open air strip of shops, and it is fantastic. You can find almost everything here, from books, to gifts, to clothing, to galleries and jewelry. Shop at Cape May Boutique, Casale's Shoes, or Across the Way. Dine at the seasonal Ristorante A Ca Mia or at Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant. Bath Time, Good Scents, Just For Laughs, Love The Cook, and A Place on Earth are great for gifts. 9. Englewood - Palisade Avenue This fairly long strip of road is packed with things to do. Dine at Noches De Columbia, Chatkaew Thai Cuisine, Blue Moon Mexican Cafe, It's Greek To Me, Bennie's, or Baumgart's Cafe. Shop at a selection of chain stores or boutiques including Christina's Collections or Closet For Her. 10. Millville - High Street At the corner of High Street and Oak Street, you'll find the quaint cottages of Village on High. These shops and galleries are truly unique! You won't want to miss Xanderlily Gifts. Along the road, you'll find Bogarts Bookstore and Cafe, Levoy Theater, Old Oar House Irish Pub, Glasstown Arts District, and more. Two things to note: Other cities had charming downtown areas (Red Bank and Westfield, for example) but the shops were not concentrated on a single street. Also, the photos reflect the towns mentioned, but not necessarily the streets. What are some of the other best main streets in New Jersey that we should all visit? If you love antiquing, head to Main Street in Mullica Hill located in Gloucester County for some of the best antique shops in both the Garden State and the country. Address: N Union St, Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA Address: Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, USA Address: Kings Hwy, Haddonfield, NJ, USA Address: Spring St, Newton, NJ 07860, USA Address: Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030, USA Address: Nassau St, Princeton, NJ, USA Address: Washington St, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Address: Main St, Chester, NJ 07930, USA Address: E Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ, USA Address: N High St, Millville, NJ 08332, USA Address: Park Ave, Rutherford, NJ, USA Address: Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ, USA The park has over 5,000 trees that are about to bloom.
While 1.5 million people flock to the nation's capital to see the 3,000 cherry blossom trees in full bloom in late March, there's another major celebration of picturesque pastel trees happening in April with even more trees than in Washington, D.C. — and its just outside New York City. With more than 5,200 trees, Branch Brook Park in Newark, N.J., is the country's largest collection of cherry blossom trees, and after a two-year pandemic hiatus, the 360-acre park is celebrating its 46th Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival. The celebration is running through April 10, with this year's full bloom expected to occur April 8-15, according to the Branch Brook Park Alliance. "The natural beauty of the cherry blossoms has been attracting visitors to the park since they were first planted there in the late 1920s," Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. said in a statement. "We have an exciting line-up of activities where visitors can admire the beauty of the trees, learn about the history of our Parks System, and engage in Japanese cultural demonstrations. The blossoming trees create a pink and white canopy that is perfect for picnics, photographs, and simple enjoyment." The four-mile-long park was conceived in 1867 by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, best known for designing New York City's Central Park, and is on both the state and nation's register of historic places. Branch Brook Park was also the nation's first county park opened for public use. The park came into full bloom when cherry trees were donated to the county by the Mrs. Felix Fuld, part of the Bamberger family, in 1927. By 2006, many of the original trees had disintegrated because of age, and an "aggressive planting program" was launched to both strengthen the existing trees and add to the numbers. Crowds can top 10,000 visitors on a blooming day, so for a weekday option, there are Cherry Blossom Talks every Wednesday this month at 11 a.m. at the Cherry Blossom Welcome Center, a well as Historic Cell Phone Tours available year-round by calling (973) 433-9047. Branch Brook Park is accessible by its own station on NJ Transit's Newark light rail. Story by Rachel Chang from Travel & Leisure With the right knowledge, you can use the psychology of love to make him or her fall in love with you and never look back. Now, nothing’s foolproof, which means this won’t work 100% all the time, but you’ll improve your chances dramatically. If you could triple your chances at making someone genuinely fall in love with you, why wouldn’t you try? We prepared a list of foolproof, yet effective tips that can help you to win people over, even if you are an introvert to the core. With the right knowledge, you can use the psychology of love to make him or her fall in love with you and never look back. Now, nothing’s foolproof, which means this won’t work 100% all the time, but you’ll improve your chances dramatically. If you could triple your chances at making someone genuinely fall in love with you, why wouldn’t you try? We prepared a list of foolproof, yet effective tips that can help you to win people over, even if you are an introvert to the core. 1. Make them like you from the very beginning. Put effort into establishing a warm and positive connection to let people form a special impression of you. The win-win option here is always going to be a sincere smile. However, just one emotion is not enough. A personalized touch like a handshake, a quick tap on the shoulder, or even a short hug, plays a significant role. The most important thing here is to try to feel the energy of the other person and follow their body language with your own gestures. 2. Engage them in talking about themselves. Most people love talking about themselves, so you can make use of this. Ask them about their hobbies, the places they’ve been or might want to visit, plans for the weekend, and much more. Don’t get too private, as this can make a person feel uncomfortable and they might even try to push you away.
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