The borough of Hawthorne, which is located just one mile northeast of Paterson and 14 miles north of Newark, has plenty of resources to help you with the wedding planning process.

Macaluso's is one of Hawthorne's most breathtaking wedding venues, as it features an elegant cocktail lounge, a curved mahogany staircase that can help you make your grand entrance, and beautiful Mediterranean-style architecture.

Tony Conte has over 70 different styles of tuxedos available to buy or rent for affordable prices, so the men in your wedding party will be looking picture-perfect on your big day.

Cakes Specialty and Pastry Shop, which has been open since 1919 and made cakes for Cher, Mercedes Benz USA, and the Today Show, can make you custom cookie wedding favors and wedding cakes in whatever style you prefer.

Finally, Tiffany's Florist can bring a touch of elegance to your wedding day with custom ceremony arrangements, reception centerpieces, and bridal bouquets made with seasonal wedding flowers.

Hawthorne has several parks and recreational facilities that you can enjoy during your free time, including Goffle Brook Park, Eight-Acre Woods, which is home to a nature preserve, and the Hawthorne Municipal Pool, which is open during the warmer summer months.

You can also visit nearby area parks and attractions, such as Campgaw Mountain Reservation or the Great Falls Cultural Center.

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