90-Year-Old Cranford Store Gets Makeover

CRANFORD, NJ — The Jumble Store non-profit thrift shop is welcoming customers into its new space after serving the Cranford community for more than 90 years.

The Jumble Store, located at 110 Walnut Ave., is the largest fundraiser for the Junior League of Elizabeth-Plainfield. The group has promoted social change and positive community advancement for women and children for 102 years through annual diaper drives, scholarships, and other service initiatives.

“We’re able to award 3-4 scholarships each year to young women who have a history of service,” said Stephanie Eckenrode, President of the Junior League of Elizabeth-Plainfield. “Our goal is to increase our sales at The Jumble Store, which will then allow us to expand the number of scholarships we give out."

This new renovation gives customers a more inviting space on both the inside and outside of the building. The layout of the store has been adjusted to add lighting and reduce clutter.

"We recognize that retail is becoming more of an experience," Eckenrode adds. "We made an effort to...let the history of the building shine through."

Clothing, housewares, and jewelry are joined by games and books for kids on any given day for sale at The Jumble Store. If you would like to donate to the non-profit, there is a list of items currently being accepted for donations on their website.

The Jumble Store is open on Wednesdays to Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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