Cherry blossom trees in full bloom at this popular N.J. county park (PHOTOS)

Cherry blossoms at Branch Brook Park

Valerie Feng takes some selfies with the cherry blossoms in full bloom at Branch Brook Park in Newark on April 8, 2023.Alexandra Pais | For NJ Advance Media

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The cherry blossom trees at Essex County’s Branch Brook Park in Newark are in full bloom and special events are being held this month to celebrate the blossoms.

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