THE OCCASION established in 1977, is located in its own historic building at 30 W. Main Street, in Rockaway Borough, New Jersey.  Originally constructed as a Smithy Shop in 1834, by Francis Peer, the building has been utilized by many different businesses over the last 160 years.  An extensive renovation was completed in 1992 just prior to the move of the OCCASION from Rockaway Townsquare Mall.

The OCCASION'S new home is now located in historic Rockaway Borough and is only a stones throw from the scenic Rockaway River and one of the many crossings of the Morris Canal.  The shoppe offers an extensive variety of unusual new and old gifts and collectibles.  They are suited to meet anyone's taste and style and everyone's budget.  Craft items and collectibles are featured throughout the shoppe with owner Judie Klein's own favorite antiques from her own collection all for sale at reasonable prices.  The Cat's Meow Houses collection includes over 50 custom pieces of Rockaway and other Morris County Towns.  Other new collectibles such as Disney Classics, Hummels, Byers Carolers, Annalee Dolls, Shelia's, Boyds, Willow Tree, Bearington Bears and Christopher Radko are just some of the many collectibles to be found.  The greeting card section includes the largest alternative card collection in the county.

When making a visit to the OCCASION leave plenty of time for browsing.  People have been known to stop in for a special greeting card and leave the shoppe hours later.  Judie's Gourmet Shoppe, Dipper And... just right next door was featured by the "Sunday Record" as One of "Five spots to enjoy the ice cream season".  After visiting the main store do not miss the special treats through the door, including fine chocolates, chocolate molded favors and novelties, chocolate covered strawberries, nuts, other sweets, and ice cream cones, cups, shakes, malts, sundaes, etc.