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Addams Family Fun Day 2021

October 15, 2021 by Scott Gleason

The calendar says “October”. In Westfield, that means just one thing: AddamsFest! COVID tempered last year’s AddamsFest event. But this year’s event promises to be as big and bold as ever. Earlier this month, the Mask-erade Ball kicked off the 2021 AddamsFest festivities. This weekend belongs to Addams Family Fun Day 2021.

What: Addams Family Fun Day 2021
Where: Quimby St, Downtown Westfield
When: Sunday, October 17th, 10 am to 5 pm

Addams Family Fun Day 2021

Organizers outdid themselves this year. First, do some pumpkin decorating with the docs at Atlantic Medical on Central from 10 am to 12 pm. Then, once an hour (starting at 10:30 am), local author Peter Lyons provides a live reading of his illustrated children’s book “Tonight, Tonight is Halloween” on Quimby St. The Maniacs Pumpkin Carvers create amazing carvings live before your very eyes all day long. This is definitely one of the sights that you should definitely put at the top of your Family Fun Day “must-see” list.

Wonder sponsors the Quimby St. game area. Try your hand at skeeball or cornhole. Use the claw to grab yourself a neat prize. Watch live entertainment on the main stage all day long. For bonus fun, wander over to the corner of Broad and Central to see local artist Norman Kirby’s latest art installation set into the chainlink fence lining the street.

Other AddamsFest Festivities This Month

Charlie’s Ale Garden has been postponed to October 17th (5 pm to 10 pm) in the Westfield Armory. The James Ward Mansion hosts a lecture on the origins of Charles Addams’ work called “The Hidden Addams” at 7 pm on October 20th. Tickets for Dudley’s Drive-In go on sale today for the screenings of The Addams Family 2, Scream, and Night of the Living Dead. Spaces are limited to just 100 cars. So, make sure you buy your tickets now. Finally, the Rialto hosts special screenings of cult classics The Rocky Horror Picture Show (October 22nd) and The Blob (October 29th). Tickets are on sale now.

Bike MS NYC 2021

While Addams Family Fun Day takes place in Westfield this Sunday, me and Team Guys and Dolls will be in Manhattan participating in Bike MS NYC. We almost reached our fundraising goal. But, as of the writing of this post, we are still a bit short. Please, please help us meet our $12,000 goal. Click the Donate Today! button on the left or visit our Team Guys and Dolls fundraiser page here. No donation is too small and it all goes to a fantastic cause. Thank you!

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

Downtown Westfield Girls Night Out 2021 is a Go

September 17, 2021 by Scott Gleason

The global pandemic left so much of our lives up in the air last year. We had to adapt to a new “normal”. Fortunately, some things returned for 2021. Outdoor events like Sweet Sounds Downtown and Cranford’s own Summer Sounds series made summer that much better here in Union County. Alas, summer is over. Fall is in the air. Now, it is time to bring back Downtown Westfield Girls Night Out.

You and your girlfriends deserve a day of shopping, dining and relaxation. Downtown Westfield Girls Night Out is back for 2021.

What: Downtown Westfield Girls Night Out 2021
Where: Downtown Westfield Shops and Restaurants
When: Thursday, September 23rd, 10 am to 2 pm & 5 pm to 9 pm
Contact: Downtown Westfield Corp (908) 789-9444

Downtown Westfield Girls Night Out 2021

It’s true. Girls Night Out is back in Downtown Westfield. That means more boutique specials, more refreshments, and more relaxation just for you. Dozens of the shops and boutiques in Downtown Westfield open their doors both day (10 am to 2 pm) and night (5 pm to 9 pm) for champagne shopping and general pampering. For this one day only, enjoy free parking at any meter on the street or town-owned garage in the downtown area.

As a fun bonus, all participating shoppers automatically earn a chance to win a gift card to local businesses throughout the day. Five lucky winners each receive a $50 gift card through five random drawings. However, one extra lucky person wins the grand prize of a $250 gift card. We learn that lucky winner’s name at the end of the night. But you must register in order to be considered for the drawings. To do so, visit the Girls Night Out website here.

Cranford Community Paint Out

Just a reminder. This weekend is the Cranford Community Paint Out event. It looks like the weather should be perfect to paint outdoors. Grab the kids, your friends, neighbors, and anybody else you enjoy hanging out with. Then, grab a paint brush and express yourself artistically in the great outdoors.

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

Westfield National Night Out 2021

July 23, 2021 by Scott Gleason

We love our first responders (police, firefighters, EMTs, etc.). They are the ones that run to help us when we need them. But they work better with the community’s assistance to report and solve crimes. This keeps us safe. Therefore, it benefits us to get to know our first responders, including our police force. That is why they are hosting Westfield National Night Out 2021 on August 3rd at the North Side train lot.

What: Westfield National Night Out 2021
Where: North Side Train Lot
When: Tuesday, August 3rd, 6 pm to 9 pm
Admission: FREE
Contact: City of Westfield (908) 789-4040

Westfield National Night Out 2021

In the Beginning

National Night Out originated back in 1984 as a way to bring law enforcement, neighborhood watch programs, and the community at large together. When we know one another and work together, our community is much stronger for it. Getting to know one another creates a bond that cannot be broken. Today, more than 16,000 communities across the United States (including those in 191 New Jersey cities) participate in their own National Night Out events each year.

Schedule of Events

Westfield National Night Out 2021 wants to make up for last year’s cancellation due to COVID. Organizers will introduce police, fire, volunteer rescue, and public works personnel to event guests. They also plan on offering plenty of free food for everyone, a DJ, live demonstrations, and tons of giveaways. See what a police car, ambulance, and fire truck all look like inside. For the kids, there will be face painting, finger painting, and many more child-friendly activities to enjoy. And all of this comes free of charge to everyone who shows up. So, come meet your first responders in person and tell them “thank you” for all they do.

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

Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale 2021

July 9, 2021 by Scott Gleason

Many of our annual events went “virtual” last year. Girl’s Night Out, clothing drives, and even beloved holiday events like Santa Claus Lane included severe restrictions to allow them to take place. Fortunately, we see life returning somewhat back to normal thanks to the percentage of people receiving their COVID-19 vaccinations. Our local small businesses bared the brunt of economic hardship last year. It is time to show them some love again. So, grab your checkbooks and head out to the Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale 2021 next week.

What: Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale 2021
Where: Various Shops Downtown
When: July 15th to 18th, 2921
Contact: Westfield Town Hall (908) 789-4040 or via email

Downtown Westfield Sidewalk Sale 2021

It is time to shop ’til you drop, people. Between July 15th and July 18th, our local boutiques take it to the streets. Stroll the Downtown Westfield area for huge discounts and great deals on everything from clothing to accessories, home decor and more. If you get hungry while walking around, stop at one of our amazing dining establishments for a light breakfast, quick lunch, or a hearty dinner to cap off the day. Most of these deals are only available during the Sidewalk Sale event. So, make sure that you hit up your favorite boutiques before July 18th ends or you miss out on these fantastic bargains until next year.

Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Festival Update

This year’s Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Festival got off to a bit of a rocky start. This past Tuesday was supposed to start the festival off with great live music around the downtown area. But Mother Nature made other plans. After a postponement to Wednesday due to thunderstorms, officials canceled it altogether for the week as Westfield remained on thunderstorm watch. But, barring any more push back from Mother Nature, the festival continues next Tuesday, July 13th. So, do not despair. Make Downtown Westfield your destination for a weeknight date night any Tuesday this July and August.

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

Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Festival 2021

June 25, 2021 by Scott Gleason

This weekend, the New Jersey Festival Orchestra brings Broadway to Westfield. But that marks just the beginning of a summer filled with beautiful melodies. Because in July, the Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Festival 2021 begins. Three different concerts. One cool location. All summer long.

What: Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Festival 2021
Where: Downtown Westfield
When: Every Tuesday from 7 pm to 9 pm in July and August
Admission: Free

Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Festival 2021

Make Tuesday night your date night and downtown Westfield your destination every week this summer. Not only do you get to enjoy a lovely evening with your special someone, but you also get to listen to live concerts as well. Each week brings new musical acts to three separate stages set up around the downtown area. In case of inclement weather, organizers plan on postponing the concerts until Wednesday.

Stage A features a new Jazz act each week. Stage B offers up various music styles (from big band to bluegrass to Motown and everything in between). Then, venture over to Stage C to rock out to rock music. There really is something to satisfy everyone’s musical tastes. In fact, enjoy up to three different genres in one night. And this is all free of charge. Now that is a bargain you cannot pass up.

Concert Schedule

Stage A (137 Central Ave)

Eric Mintel (Classic Jazz) – July 6th
Don Braden/Karl Latham Big Fun(k) (Funky Jazz) – July 13th
Radam Schwartz (Jazz Organist) – July 20th
Carrie Jackson (Jazz Vocalist) – July 27th
Joe Taino Group (Latin Jazz) – August 3rd
Glen Alexander & Shadowland (Jazz Rock) – August 10th
Mike Neer’s Steelonious (Steel Guitar) – August 17th
Mauricio de Souza (Latin Jazz) – August 24th
Thos Shipley (Jazz Vocalist) – August 31st

Stage B (125 Quimby St)

Swing Town (Big Band) – July 6th
Exit Row Band (favorites from the 60s to today) – July 13th
Kolor Blind Band (R&B) – July 20th
Elena & Boo Demolition String Band (Country/Bluegrass) – July 27th
Bradford Hayes (Jazz Saxophonist) – August 3rd
Lonesome Pines (Country Rock) – August 10th
Big Bruce & The Messengers (Motown/R&B) – August 17th
BD Lenz The All Stars (Funk/Motown) – August 24th
Nikki Briar & The Sweet Briar Band (Country) – August 31st

Stage C (Foundation Park, South Ave & Westfield Ave)

Landing Party (Rock Cover Band) – July 6th
Better Late (Rock) – July 13th
Radio Star (Rock) – July 20th
Justin Lerner Group (Rock) – July 27th
Soul Seduction (R&B) – August 3rd
Valencia Music School (Rock) – August 10th
Governor Radio (Rock) – August 17th
NJ Workshop for the Arts (Jazz/Rock) – August 24th
Save Mary (Rock) – August 31st

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