Local Events • July 14, 2025

Scotch Plains Summer Concert 2025

by Scott Gleason

Music fills the air all over Union County this summer. Instead of waiting until the weekend for date night, take your special someone out for a free concert out in the fresh air. Where? How about the Scotch Plains Summer Concert later this month?

What: Scotch Plains Summer Concert 2025
Where: Alan M Augustine Village Green (430 Park Ave)
When: Thursday, July 24th at 7 pm
Admission: FREE
Contact: Scotch Plains Dept of Parks & Rec (908) 322-6700 x223

Scotch Plains Summer Concert 2025

No one wants to stay indoors during the summer. That’s when we all head outside. What better way to spend a weeknight than with a free concert? Crystal Pepsi & the Zimas perform their version of 90s party rock beginning at 7 pm. No seating will be provided. So make sure you bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs so you can listen in comfort. If Mother Nature decides to rain on this parade, the concert will be postponed to the following Thursday (July 31st).

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield

Every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of August, music takes over the downtown Westfield area courtesy of Sweet Sounds Downtown. On Tuesday, guests are treated to two separate musical acts on two separate stages: Quimby Street and Foundation Park. On Thursdays, only the Quimby Street stage features musicians. Quimby’s concerts run from 6 pm to 9 pm while Foundation Park’s concerts run from 7 pm to 9 pm. All concerts come free of charge.

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford

Not to be outdone, Cranford hosts its own special concert series on Thursday evenings as well: Summer Sounds Downtown. Also free of charge, this concert plays out in the Eastman Clock Plaza from 6 pm to 8 pm. No seating is set up for this concert. So officials highly recommend that you bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the concert in comfort.

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Market Reports • July 11, 2025

July 2025 Market Update

by Scott Gleason

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Local Events • July 7, 2025

Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale 2025

by Scott Gleason

Summer weather gives us plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. Volleyball. Tennis. Baseball. Shopping. Wait. Shopping? Yes, even the stores take advantage of beautiful weather with the Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale.

What: Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale 2025
Where: Downtown Westfield shops
When: July 10th to July 13th
Contact: Town of Westfield (908-789-4040)

Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale 2025

This Thursday through Sunday, shops in the downtown area offer amazing deals on their stock. Use this opportunity to shop at your favorite local boutiques. Or take this time to visit someplace new. Many stores plan on offering unique promotions as well. Plus, it can be a fun way to spend the afternoon with your family and/or friends.

Cranford Sidewalk Sale

Not to be outdone, but Cranford also hosts a sidewalk sale event. But theirs takes place next week. From July 17th to the 20th, Craford’s stores in the downtown area also offer special deals and promotions. This event allows you to support local businesses and provides a fun time with your friends as well.

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield 2025

If you happen to attend the Westfield Sidewalk Sale this Thursday (July 10th), you will not hear melodies wafting through the air. Why? Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield takes a break from the music on the 10th. In its place, the Buddha Bash wellness event takes over Quimby Street for the evening. Sweet Sounds picks up its regularly scheduled musical concerts the following Tuesday and Thursday.

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025

On the other hand, if you happen to be in Cranford on the 10th, you may want to stop by the Eastman Clock Plaza for Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025. It takes place every Thursday from 6 pm to 8 pm. This week, Mama D and the Vexations perform live.

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Local Events • June 27, 2025

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield

by Scott Gleason

Summertime means more time outdoors. And if you end up outdoors on a Tuesday or Thursday evening, you might as well head over to the Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield 2025.

What: Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield 2025
Where: Downtown Westfield
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays from July 1st to August 28th
Admission: FREE

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield 2025

Every summer, Sweet Sounds fills the downtown Westfield area with live music. In the past, it only took place one day a week. However, this year, organizers mixed things up. They now offer two separate nights to choose from: Tuesdays and Thursdays. Tuesday’s concerts take place on two different stages: Quimby Street and Foundation Park. Thursday’s concert can only be found on Quimby Street. The Quimby Street concerts run from 6 pm to 9 pm while Foundation Park’s concerts last from 7 pm to 9 pm.

There will be no seating provided. So, if you want to watch in comfort, feel free to bring a lawn chair from home. To find out who’s playing and when, please visit Downtown Westfield’s website here.

Calling all Westfield Area Artists

The Westfield Public Arts Commission is looking for local artists to create a beautiful mural at 28 Prospect Street. They chose an “enchanted garden” theme for inspiration. A 24’x20′ wall provides the canvas on which to create this magical piece of art. The commission will be accepting all proposals between now and July 10th. If you wish to be considered, please email your name, contact info, a design mock-up, and a brief description of the work in question as well as compensation requests to publicart@westfieldnj.gov. Good luck.

Summer Sounds Cranford 2025

Westfield isn’t the only city offering live music this summer. Cranford’s Summer Sounds Downtown series takes place every Thursday in Eastman Clock Plaza from 6 pm to 8 pm. It also lasts through August 28th.

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Local Events • June 13, 2025

Fanwood Summer Fan Jam 2025

by Scott Gleason

Summertime means outdoor fun time in New Jersey. Officially, the first day of summer lands on Friday, June 20th. The Fanwood Summer Fan Jam 2025 marks the first big event of the summer season. But it definitely won’t be the last.

What: Fanwood Summer Fan Jam 2025
Where: La Grande Park (204 La Grande Ave)
When: Sunday, June 22nd, from 11 am to 7 pm

Fanwood Summer Fan Jam 2025

Thousands of people attend Fan Jam each year. Live music fills the air for the entire afternoon. In addition to the entertainment, guests enjoy great food from local food truck vendors. Also, come see the amazing vehicles lined up in the car show. There are several activities scheduled to keep fans both young and old busy throughout the afternoon.

Fan Jam Musical Line-Up

Theatrical Artist’s Prep – 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Bella Blues Co – 1 pm to 2 pm
Higher Ground – 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
New Yacht City – 4 pm to 5:30 pm
Robert Matarazzo – 6 pm to 7 pm

Scotch Plains Juneteenth Celebration

Tomorrow (June 14th), Scotch Plains celebrates Juneteenth at the Shady Rest Golf & Country Club. Everyone is invited to enjoy some great live entertainment, food trucks, activities for kids and adults, and much more. The celebration begins at noon. Just show up and have fun.

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford

Another great local musical event, Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford, takes place every Tuesday through the end of August. A new musical act performs each week at Eastman Clock Plaza. All you need to do is show up at the plaza at 6 pm with a lawn chair, a comfortable pair of dancing shoes, and an appreciation for great tunes.

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Local Events • June 6, 2025

Scotch Plains’ Juneteenth Celebration

by Scott Gleason

Technically, Juneteenth falls on June 19th. It’s the date we celebrate the time that Major General Gordon Granger enforced the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas at the end of the Civil War (in 1865). While Juneteenth itself has been celebrated since the first anniversary of the enforcement, it did not become a legally recognized federal holiday until June 2021. This year, the Scotch Plains’ Juneteenth Celebration takes place on Saturday, June 14th.

What: Scotch Plains’ Juneteenth Celebration 2025
Where: Shady Rest Golf & Country Club (820 Jerusalem Rd)
When: Saturday, June 14th from noon to 7 pm
Admission: Free
Contact: Social Justice Matters (email: sjmjuneteenth@gmail.com)

Scotch Plains’ Juneteenth Celebration 2025

If you wish to participate in the celebration, visit Shady Rest Golf & Country Club starting at noon on June 14th. Festivities include live entertainment, a DJ, food trucks, vendors, a marketplace, and activities for both kids and families. If Mother Nature decides not to cooperate, the event moves to the following Saturday (June 21st).

Social Justice Matters is a local non-profit. They provide education about social justice to the community as well as communicate to local government, law enforcement, and community organizations to help them them learn how to navigate a more diverse population. They also work with the local YMCA and other programs to teach the youth of our community about diversity.

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford

Summer Sounds Downtown started yesterday with Lynette Sheard kicking off the season. If you wish to see a new, talented, local act perform, visit the Eastman Clock Plaza on any Thursday through August 28th. Concerts take place between 6 pm and 8 pm. Bring a lawn chair for home so you can relax and listen in comfort.

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Local Events • May 30, 2025

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford

by Scott Gleason

For many people, Memorial Day weekend marks the start of summer. Warmer summer days lead to great musical nights around town. Starting next week, Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025 begins.

What: Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025
Where: Eastman Clock Plaza
When: 6 pm to 8 pm Every Thursday from June 5th to August 28th
Admission: FREE

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025

Every Thursday evening between June 5th and August 28th, Eastman Clock Plaza fills up with a different local musical artist or group performing live. Lynette Sheard kicks off this season’s musical line-up. It costs nothing to enjoy each concert. Just make sure you bring a chair and/or blanket for your comfort. And show up early to find the perfect spot for listening.

Summer Sounds Downtown Line-Up

June 5th – Lynette Sheard
June 12th – Yvonne Prene Trio
June 19th – MPack
June 26th – David Easton Band
July 3rd – Coo Moe Ghee
July 10th – Mama D and Vexations
July 17th – The Accelerators
July 24th – Jersey Swamp Cats
July 31st – Forget the Whale
August 7th – Carlos Frias & Circulo Social
August 14th – Mission in the Rain Band
August 21st – The Genesee Stills Band
August 28th – Burnside Manor

Cranford Clothing Drive

Quick reminder. The Cranford YMCA is hosting a summer clothing drive on Tuesday, June 3rd. Drop off your gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, linens (sheets, towels, pillowcases, blankets, curtains), small toys, strollers, and/or bikes any time between 7 am and 3 pm at the Y on Centennial Ave. Clear out your closets and help families in need at the same time.

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Market Reports • May 29, 2025

June 2025 Market Update

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Local Events • May 23, 2025

Cranford YMCA Clothing Drive 2025

by Scott Gleason

Have you done some spring cleaning in your house over the past few weeks? Do you have some clothing items that either you or your kids grew out of? Don’t toss them in the trash. Instead, bring them to the Cranford YMCA Clothing Drive 2025 and give them a new home.

What: Cranford YMCA Clothing Drive 2025
Where: 401 Centennial Ave
When: Tuesday, June 3rd, 7 am to 3 pm
Contact: Kim Koza-Baird, Organizer (908) 844-9622 x326 or via email

Cranford YMCA Clothing Drive 2025

The Cranford YMCA will be accepting clothing (men’s, women’s, and children’s of all sizes), shoes, accessories (belts, purses), bedding (linens, comforters, blankets, pillowcases), and towels. Additionally, they accept small toys, stuffed animals, strollers, scooters, and bicycles. Other items like books, games, large toys, pots and pans, sports equipment, glass, furniture, and appliances cannot be donated. Bring all donations to the front gate of the Cranford YMCA for drop off between 7 am and 3 pm on Tuesday, June 3rd. No donations will be accepted before or after those times. Thank you.

Westfield Memorial Day 2025 Celebration

As you know, this weekend is Memorial Day weekend. How will you be spending it? BBQ with friends and family? Going to a parade? Stopping for a moment to acknowledge the sacrifice of the brave men and women who fought for our country in the past? How about doing all three? The Westfield Memorial Day 2025 celebration starts out with a solemn ceremony at Memorial Plaza. Then, a parade heads out to Mindowaskin Park for food and entertainment. After that, the American Legion Hall hosts a picnic with even more food and entertainment. If you plan on being in town for Memorial Day, come celebrate with the community.

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Local Events • May 16, 2025

Westfield Memorial Day 2025 Celebration

by Scott Gleason

This year, Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 23rd. On this day, we officially honor those brave men and women who lost their lives fighting in service of our country. If you happen to be in the neighborhood that day, you can join in the Westfield Memorial Day 2025 Celebration with a parade and more.

What: Westfield Memorial Day 2025 Celebration
Where: Mendowaskin Park & the American Legion Hall (1003 North Ave)
When: Monday, May 26th, from 10 am to 5 pm
Admission: FREE

Westfield Memorial Day 2025 Celebration

Our local American Legion hosts its annual Memorial Day celebration with a solemn ceremony in Memorial Plaza. At the ceremony, they perform a presentation of colors, recite the Pledge of Allegiance, and follow that up with performances of both the National Anthem and America the Beautiful. After an opening prayer and guest remarks, there will be a presentation of wreaths, a musket salute, the playing of Taps, and a closing prayer.

Beginning at 10:45 am, the official Memorial Day parade heads out on E Broad St to Euclid and ends at Mindowaskin Park. From 11:30 am to 1 pm, guests are welcome to a community gathering which includes both food and entertainment. Finally, from 2 pm to 5 pm, there will be live music, more entertainment, and a picnic held at the American Legion Hall located at 1003 North Ave.

This Memorial Day celebration takes place come rain or shine. So, make sure you check the weather forecast before you venture out. Dress appropriately.

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Scotch Plains Summer Concert 2025

Scotch Plains Summer Concert 2025

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield

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July 2025 Market Update

Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale 2025

Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale 2025

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Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield 2025

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield 2025

Calling all Westfield Area Artists

Summer Sounds Cranford 2025

Fanwood Summer Fan Jam 2025

Fanwood Summer Fan Jam 2025

Fan Jam Musical Line-Up

Scotch Plains Juneteenth Celebration

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford

Scotch Plains’ Juneteenth Celebration

Scotch Plains’ Juneteenth Celebration 2025

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025

Summer Sounds Downtown Line-Up

Cranford Clothing Drive

June 2025 Market Update

Cranford YMCA Clothing Drive 2025

Cranford YMCA Clothing Drive 2025

Westfield Memorial Day 2025 Celebration

Westfield Memorial Day 2025 Celebration

Westfield Memorial Day 2025 Celebration

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