Hawthorne, in Passaic County, was originally part of the now-defunct Manchester Township, but broke away to organize as a borough in 1898. It is unclear whether the borough was named for the author, Nathaniel Hawthorne, or for the hawthorn bush, which was prevalent in the area. Hawthorne is north of Prospect Park and east of North Haledon.
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Borough of Hawthorne, New Jersey
The municipality's official website offers an overview of the community, its governmental structure, contacts, and a guide to area facilities and services. A community calendar and announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.hawthornenj.org/
The Chamber if a volunteer, non-profit organization in Hawthorne, New Jersey, made up of businesses and professional people in the local area. Member policies, benefits, and a list of members are posted.
http://www.hawthornechamber.org/
HCA is a co-educational, interdenominational, college-preparatory day school for students in grades PK-12th. Its accreditation, distinctives, admission policies, dress codes and student policies, and a school calendar are posted.
http://www.hca.org
Headquartered in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the public school district operates Hawthorne High School, Lincoln Middle School, and Jefferson, Roosevelt and Washington elementary schools, each of which is highlighted here, along with faculty contacts and announcements.
http://www.hawthorne.k12.nj.us/
Located in the borough of Hawthorne, New Jersey, the bakery offers a regular menu of cakes and other bakery items, as well as wedding cakes, special occasion desserts, cupcakes miniatures, and seasonal items. Its menu, directions, hours, and contacts are posted.
http://www.justdessertsnj.com
Louis Bay 2nd Library & Community Center
Part of the Bergen County Library System, the Hawthorne public library was organized in 1913, initially using two rented rooms in the old Post Office building, and its current facility is named for former Hawthorne, New Jersey mayor, Louis Bay 2nd. Its location, hours, policies, and resources are outlined.
http://hawthorne.bccls.org/
Family owned and operated, the moving service offers local and long-distance moving, with weekly trips from New England to Florida, business relocation, vehicle transport, packing services, and other services, which are outlined here, along with moving tips.
http://www.marshalls-moving.net/
