Local Events • September 5, 2025

Sweet Sounds Westfield Encore

by Scott Gleason

Just when you thought the outdoor concerts were done for the season, organizers threw us a curveball. The live musical entertainment continues through the end of September with a Sweet Sounds Westfield Encore. So start the weekend off right with a little music to set the mood.

What: Sweet Sounds Westfield Encore
Where: Quimby Street
When: Every Friday from September 5th to 26th, 2025
Admission: FREE

Sweet Sounds Westfield Encore

Sweet Sounds Downtown offered three new concerts on two different nights a week this summer. The encore only offers one concert on one night a week. You still need to bring a chair from home in order to listen in comfort. Each week offers a new band to enjoy. The encore series starts tonight with The Wag. Next week, The Glenn & Oria Band performs. On September 19th, Twilight Disciples hits the stage. Finally, the Kolor Blynd Band closes things out for the season.

Tour de Westfield 2025

Tour de Westfield takes place next weekend. Instead of riding for thousands of miles over several days, cyclists of all ages ride just three miles around downtown Westfield. You still have time to register if you wish to join. But registration ends on September 11th.

Participation in the Tour de Westfield is absolutely free. Even so, you must register ahead of time to reserve your spot. Please visit the official Westfield Recreation Department’s website here. Make sure you sign up before 4:30 pm on the 11th. Otherwise, you may miss out on all of the fun.

I am grateful to all who entrusted me with your life-changing real estate moves and to all who referred me to your family and friends!

View Homes for Sale in the Westfield Area

What’s My Home Worth?

Scott Gleason, CRS at Coldwell Banker Westfield, NJ Luxury Homes

Local Events • September 5, 2025

Tour de Westfield 2025

by Scott Gleason

The last concerts of the Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield took place this week. I hope you were able to make at least one of them. If not, you must wait until next summer to enjoy this wonderful event. The next event up after Labor Day will be the Tour de Westfield. Have you signed up for it yet?

What: Tour de Westfield 2025
Where: Around Westfield
When: Sunday, September 14th, from 9 am to 11 am
Admission: FREE
Contact: Westfield Recreation Dept via email

Tour de Westfield 2025

On Sunday, September 14th, hundreds of cyclists of all ages take a quick trip around Westfield. Unlike the Tour de France that treks over 2000 miles of mountainous terrain, the Tour de Westfield only encompasses three miles of fairly even terrain. The day’s events start off with a “learn to ride” class for five to ten-year-olds. Students learn basic safety guidelines as well as cycling techniques. All registered participants must bring their own bike and appropriately-sized helmet with them. After a brief bicycle parade, cyclists begin their three-mile course at South Ave Train Station.

Registration Information

While it costs nothing to participate in the classes, parade, or ride, everyone must register ahead of time. The first 300 people to check in on the day of the ride receive a free commemorative hat. To register, please visit the official Westfield Recreation Department’s website here. You must create an account. But that only takes a couple of minutes. Make sure you register before 4:30 pm on September 11th. Otherwise, you miss your chance to participate.

Union County Home Repair Grants for Seniors

Just a quick reminder. If your Union County home received damage from one of the storms last month, you may be eligible for a grant to pay for those damages. You must be at least 62 years old, own a Union County home, and meet specific requirements to be eligible. Each grant may be worth as much as $10,000.

Scott Gleason, CRS at Coldwell Banker Westfield, NJ Luxury Homes

Uncategorized • August 22, 2025

Union County Emergency Home Repair Grants for Seniors

by Scott Gleason

Last month’s storms on July 3rd and July 14th hit Union County residents hard. Some experienced significant damage to their property from the storm. Fortunately, officials put together Union County Emergency Home Repair Grants for seniors whose properties were affected by these storms.

Union County Emergency Home Repair Grants for Seniors

Are you or someone who owns your Union County home at least 62 years of age? If your home a single-family or two-family home? Is your mortgage up-to-date? Are your property taxes paid to date? If you fall within the county’s low to moderate income requirements, you may be eligible for as much as $10,000 in grant money to help pay for repairs caused by last month’s storms.

How do you apply? Visit the Union County website here. Answer the pre-application questions at the bottom of the page. Once your application is submitted, an inspection of your property will need to be done. Repairs the inspector deems necessary will be listed and a cost estimate for those repairs will be provided. This estimate helps determine how much of a grant you qualify for. Some homeowners may also qualify for additional help through the Union County Home Improvement Program. Please contact Development Directions at (732) 382-8100 for more information.

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield 2025

Have you made it out to either a Tuesday or Thursday night concert this summer yet? Well, you had better hurry. There are only a couple of weeks left before the Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield concert series ends for the year. Two concerts take place every Tuesday with another one happening on Thursdays. All are provided free of charge with the last one taking place on Thursday, August 28th.

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025

Not to be outdone, Cranford also offers their own concert series this summer. Sweet Sounds Downtown Cranford also takes place every Thursday at Eastman Clock Plaza. Like Westfield, the last concert for this summer in Cranford takes place on Thursday, August 28th as well. Again, all concerts are free of charge. Enjoy!

I am grateful to all who entrusted me with your life-changing real estate moves and to all who referred me to your family and friends!

View Homes for Sale in the Westfield Area

What’s My Home Worth?

Scott Gleason, CRS at Coldwell Banker Westfield, NJ Luxury Homes

Local Events • August 22, 2025

Downtown Cranford August Sidewalk Sale 2025

by Scott Gleason

Downtown Cranford August Sidwalk Sale 2025

You may have heard the saying “think global, shop local”. Help support our local entrepreneurs. Shop the Downtown Cranford August Sidewalk Sale next week.

What: Downtown Cranford August Sidewalk Sale 2025
Where: North Ave, Downtown Cranford
When: August 21st to 23rd
Contact: Downtown Cranford (908) 709-7208 or via email

Downtown Cranford August Sidewalk Sale 2025

The August Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Cranford offers some really great deals at some of our favorite downtown shops. Each retailer extends their own discounts and special promotions. You need to stop in each one to see what those happen to be. This sidewalk sale lasts for just three days. Make sure you head downtown between August 21st and 23rd to take advantage of them. And if you happen to shop on the first day, stick around for the Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford concert.

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025

Not to be bested by Westfield, Cranford also offers its own Summer Sounds Downtown concert series. It, too, ends in just a couple of weeks. Their concerts take place on Thursdays only at Eastman Clock Plaza. Guests enjoy a new musical guest each week absolutely free. No seating is available. You need to bring your own from home. But it offers a nice jump start to the weekend.

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield 2025

Not to be outdone by Cranford, Sweet Sounds Downtown is starting to wind down. The last Tuesday concerts take place on August 26th. Meanwhile, the very last concert of the season takes place on Thursday, August 28th. Quimby Street provides a new concert on both Tuesdays and Thursdays, with Foundation Park only open on Tuesday evenings. Concerts come free of charge with a new performer/group each week. Just like Cranford, no seating is provided. So, bring a chair and/or blanket.

I am grateful to all who entrusted me with your life-changing real estate moves and to all who referred me to your family and friends!

View Homes for Sale in the Westfield Area

What’s My Home Worth?

Scott Gleason, CRS at Coldwell Banker Westfield, NJ Luxury Homes

Market Reports • August 8, 2025

August 2025 Market Update

by Scott Gleason

Curious about your home’s value?

Please click below for the market update of interest to you:

Westfield by Grade School:

Scott Gleason scott@luxuryhomesnj.com

Scott Gleason, CRS at Coldwell Banker Realty – East, NJ Luxury Homes

Local Events • August 1, 2025

Westfield National Night Out 2025

by Scott Gleason

If your only interaction with a police officer is when they are handing you a ticket for a traffic violation, you might not have the most positive opinion of them. Westfield National Night Out 2025 brings community and law enforcement personnel together in a positive, fun way. This helps build a trust between the two parties for a safer community.

What: Westfield National Night Out 2025
Where: North Side Train Station
When: From 6 pm to 9 pm on Tuesday, August 5th
Admission: FREE

Westfield National Night Out 2025

This year’s National Night Out event in Westfield takes place on Tuesday, August 5th. All you need to do is come to the North Side Train Station between 6 pm and 9 pm on that night. Once there, guests enjoy free food, games, live entertainment, and a chance to meet law enforcement officers in person. As always, this event comes free of charge. So, make plans to bring your family and/or neighbors out for a fun, family-friendly event.

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield

The Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield enters its final month. That’s right. You only have until the last Thursday in August to enjoy three free concerts each week in Downtown Westifeld. As a reminder, Tuesday evenings include two separate concerts on two separate stages (Quimbly Street and Foundation Park. Thursdays offer just one concert (Quimby Street). It is all provided free of charge.

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford

Cranford’s Summer Sounds Downtown event enters its final month as well. Simply visit the Eastman Clock Plaza on Thursday night for a new concert every week. Make sure you bring a lawn chair with you so you can enjoy each week’s offering in comfort.

Cranford Summer Restaurant Week 2025

Just a reminder. Cranford Summer Restaurant Week begins on Sunday, August 3rd, and continues through Thursday, August 7th. Several downtown Cranford restaurants will be participating in the highly anticipated event. They offer prix-fixe menus specially prepared for this week only at set prices. This gives you a chance to try something different at your favorite restaurant or visit a new restaurant you wanted to try out but never did before. For a complete list of participating restaurants and a glimpse at their menus, please visit Cranford’s official website here.

I am grateful to all who entrusted me with your life-changing real estate moves and to all who referred me to your family and friends!

View Homes for Sale in the Westfield Area

What’s My Home Worth?

Scott Gleason, CRS at Coldwell Banker Westfield, NJ Luxury Homes

Local Events • July 25, 2025

Cranford Summer Restaurant Week 2025

by Scott Gleason

Are you a foodie? Then you’ll be very happy to hear what I have to say. Cranford Summer Restaurant Week 2025 starts on August 3rd. And it looks like it will be amazing.

What: Cranford Summer Restaurant Week
Where: Downtown Cranford Restaurants
When: August 3rd to August 7th
Contact: Downtown Cranford (908) 709-7208 or via email

Cranford Summer Restaurant Week 2025

Restaurant Week always provides you with a great opportunity to try new restaurants. Or you can visit your favorites and enjoy a special menu created specifically for this event. This summer’s Restaurant Week in Cranford takes place from August 3rd to August 7th at various restaurants in the downtown area. Chefs at each participating restaurant put together some incredible prix fixe menus available only during those five days. Additionally, they offer drink specials and other promotional discounts on other menu items. For a complete list of participating restaurants, please visit Cranford’s website here.

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford

Quick reminder. Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford continues its music series every Thursday through the end of August. Just bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes with you. While the concert begins at 6 pm, you might want to arrive at Eastman Clock Plaza a little early to find the best place to set up your seat. The concert itself is provided free of charge. Guests enjoy a different musical artist or group each and every week. So come back often. You won’t be disappointed.

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield

Not to be outdone, Westfield offers its own weekly summer musical event: Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield. But instead of one weekly concert. they offer two. Every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of August, a different musical guest performs onstage. On Tuesdays, there are two stages that performers engage on: Quimby Street and Foundation Park. On Thursdays, only the Quimby Street stage is set up.

I am grateful to all who entrusted me with your life-changing real estate moves and to all who referred me to your family and friends!

View Homes for Sale in the Westfield Area

What’s My Home Worth?

Scott Gleason, CRS at Coldwell Banker Westfield, NJ Luxury Homes

Local Events • July 18, 2025

Scotch Plains Play in the Park 2025

by Scott Gleason

July marks Disability Pride Month. It is a time to celebrate the differently-abled and their contributions to our community. Scotch Plains Play in the Park 2025 with fun times for all.

What: Scotch Plains Play in the Park 2025
Where: Jerseyland Park (2354 Beryllium Rd)
When: Wednesday, July 23rd from 6 pm to 8 pm
Admission: FREE
Contact: Dept of Parks & Rec (908) 322-6700 x223 or via email

Scotch Plains Play in the Park 2025

For one evening (from 6 pm to 8 pm), Jerseyland Park offers a space for all ages and abilities to play sports together. Choose from lawn games as well as pick-up sports games and activities. They also plan on offering sensory-friendly arts and crafts projects. Food trucks will be on hand to keep your belly full. And a cooling station keeps the heat at bay.

Scotch Plains Summer Concert

On Thursday, July 24th, Scotch Plains hosts a summer concert at the Alan A Augustine Village Green. Crystal Pepsi & the Zimas perform their versions of 90’s pop hits starting at 7 pm. Just bring lawn chairs from home so you can listen in comfort. If Mother Nature decides to be a party pooper, a rain date of Thursday, July 31st will go into effect.

Cranford Sidewalk Sale

Last week, Westfield hosted its sidewalk sale. This week, Cranford hosts theirs. In fact, it’s going on right now through Sunday. Several shops in the downtown area offer fantastic discounts for these few days only. Support our entrepreneurs and shop local.

Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford 2025

If you love music, visit downtown Cranford on any Thursday evening between now and the end of August. Summer Sounds Downtown Cranford continues its annual tradition of live music each and every week throughout the summer. Each week features a new artist/group for free at the Eastman Clock Plaza.

Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield 2025

Finally, not to be outdone, Westfield hosts its own summer concert series: Sweet Sounds Downtown Westfield. Every Tuesday and Wednesday through the end of August, new musical artists/groups perform. On Tuesdays, guests enjoy two separate concerts. On Thursdays, only the Quimby Street stage fills up with music. All come free of charge.

I am grateful to all who entrusted me with your life-changing real estate moves and to all who referred me to your family and friends!

View Homes for Sale in the Westfield Area

What’s My Home Worth?

Scott Gleason, CRS at Coldwell Banker Westfield, NJ Luxury Homes

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.

I am grateful to all who entrusted me with your life-changing real estate moves and to all who referred me to your family and friends!

View Homes for Sale in the Westfield Area

What’s My Home Worth?

Scott Gleason, CRS at Coldwell Banker Westfield, NJ Luxury Homes