Recent Blog Posts by Marilyn Holda-Fleck

Master Gardeners of Union County -- Spring Plant Fair on Sunday, May 20

The Masters Gardeners of Union County will again hold its annual Spring Garden Fair on Sunday, May 20, 2012.  The Fair will be held at the Watchung Reservation.  The Fair opens at 12 noon with a ribbon cutting and will run until 5pm.  Entrance to the Fair is free; many beautiful annuals and pereneials will be sold, along with vegetable plants, herbs, ground covers, etc.  Come early ...

Westfield's "Spring Fling" is Sunday, May 6

Westfield' 18th Annual "Spring Fling" is scheduled for this Sunday, May 6.  It will be open from 10am to 5pm. It's held outdoors (rain or shine) in the downtown area (East Broad, Elm St).  As in past years, expect to see many vendors selling their wares (including food).  There is usually music, along with games/rides for the kids. It's a fun way to spend a Sunday!

Westfield Community Band Concert on Sunday, April 29

The Westfield Community Band is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year. As part of the celebration, they will be performing a FREE Concert on Sunday, April 29, 2012 at 3pm at the Westfield High School Auditorium (550 Dorian Road in Westfield).  All are welcome to attend.

Ferraro's Anticipates Reopening

According to Westfield Patch, the much-anticipated reopening of Ferraro's Restaurant will take place around June 1st.  After being closed by a devasting fire last May, Westfield residents are looking forward to the re-opening of this Italian eatery.  If you  stroll down Elm Street, you can see the progress toward rebuilding.  Ferraro's is just one of the many restaurants located ...

Holiday Tree Lighting in Westfield -- this Sunday, Nov. 27

Santa is expected to be in Westfield this Sunday, November 27 for the Holiday Tree Lighting. As in past years, the Westfield Community Band will be playing holiday favorites to set the mood, beginning around 4:30pm.  Santa is expected to arrive around 5pm.  This event is free and is great fun for young and old.  The festivities will take place at the North Avenue Train station.  ...

Westfield's Annual Halloween Parade on Sunday, October 30

Westfield's Annual Halloween Parade will take place this Sunday, October 30.  Featured in the Parade will be Westfield High School's Marching Band.  Come out in costume to either watch the parade or join in.  The Parade route begins at the Elm Street Field and kicks off at 1pm, winding its way through the streets of downtown Westfield.  Come out for an afternoon of fun for ...

Farmer's Market in Westfield

Stop by the Farmer's Market -- located at the South Side parking lot of the Westfield Train Staion.  This event is held on Saturdays from 8:30am - 2pm.  The Farmer's Market will be there every Saturday, through October.  

Free Concerts in the Park -- Westfield Community Band

The Summer Concert series is underway in Westfield.  The Westfield Community Band presents free Concerts in Mindowaskin Park (located on E. Broad Street in the heart of downtown Westfield).  Concerts are on Thursday evenings, beginning at 7:30.  Dates of the Concerts are:  June 23, June 30, July 7, and July 14.  Don't forget to bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy  ...

Westfield Community Band's Spring Concert

The Westfield Community Band will be performing its annual Spring Concert on Sunday, April 10, 2011.  The Concert will be held at Edison Intermediate School (on Rahway Avenue) and will begin at 3pm; admission is free of charge

FHA Rates scheduled to increase in April

An increasing number of Buyers are purchasing their home using an FHA Mortgage.  FHA Mortgages enable a Buyer to put down as little as 3.5% of the Purchase Price and then to finance the remainder.  Effective in mid-April, the monthly "mortgage insurance" associated with FHA Mortgages is set to increase.  While this will not affect those with an existing FHA Mortgage, Buyers who are haven't ...

FestiFall scheduled for Sunday September 26

FestiFall, Westfield's annual street fair, will take place on Sunday, September 26 -- 10am-5pm.  This popular event offers something for everyone -- food, music, crafts, kids' activities, vendors.  Come out and enjoy the fall weather in downtown Westfield.

Downtown Westfield's "Restaurant Week" returns

Back by popular demand, "Restaurant Week" returns Sept 19-26.  This event proved very popular last Fall, so, once again, diners can enjoy lunch or dinner at their favorite downtown restaurant, or perhaps try a new one.   As part of this special event, diners can enjoy a 2-course dinner for $20 or a 2-course lunch for only $10 (beverages, tax, gratuities are extra).  To view the ...