The BBPA is committed to raising awareness of the tranquility that Branch Brook Park offers to the local community as a sacred, democratic space where people from diverse backgrounds can meet on common ground. BBPA and the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs are partners in improving this oldest of Essex County's parks, the crown jewel of the first County parks system in the nation and a tourist destination for visitors from around world.

32nd Annual Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival
Hosted by the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs In partnership with the Branch Brook Park Alliance

Thursday, April 17
2008 Cherry Blossom Gala (Nanina's)
Trolley Park Tours, Dinner and Silent Auction
For more information please call 973-268-2300

Saturday, April 19
2008 Essex County Cherry Blossom Bicycle Tour
Race through Cherry Blossom Land in Essex County Branch Brook Park
For more information or to register, please call (732) 687-7730 or visit www.essexcountynj.org