Westfield Historical Society

Celebrate the season at the Westfield Historical Society's Apple Fest, featuring an apple pie contest, historic house tours, and a variety of market crafts. Bring the whole family for live music, festive food, and children's activities for just $5 per person, with free admission for veterans and children under 3.The will also be an Apple Pie Contest, please visit this link for Contest Rules.&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://canva.link/apple-fest-apple-pie-contest-rules-2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">canva.link/apple-fest-apple-pie-contest-rules-2026</a>

Local Event: Apple Fest 2026

Union County

Westfield

New Jersey

Apple Fest 2026

Celebrate the season at the Westfield Historical Society's Apple Fest, featuring an apple pie contest, historic house tours,...

Kenilworth Veterans Center

Shake, Rattle &amp; Roll for a Great Cause
Dance to benefit the NJ Veterans Memorial Home at Menlo Park
Music by "Tuesday at Eight"
$25 includes draft beer, boxed wine and soda, bring snacks&nbsp;

Local Event: Oldies Dance

Kenilworth

Oldies Dance

Shake, Rattle & Roll for a Great Cause
Dance to benefit the NJ Veterans Memorial Home at Menlo Park
Music by "Tuesday at...

Hanson Park

Cranford’s Pumpkin Carve-Out &amp; Parade of Pumpkins Returns October 17
Cranford, NJ – Jersey Central Art Studios (JCAS), with support from the Cranford Jaycees and the Hanson Park Conservancy, will host the 12th Annual Pumpkin Carve-Out and Parade of Pumpkins on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Hanson Park, 38 Springfield Avenue, Cranford.
This free, family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to showcase their creativity:
• Pumpkin Drop-Off: 10:00a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (registration forms available at <a href="https://www.jcas.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.jcas.org</a> or on-site).• Parade of Pumpkins: 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. (last entry at 8:30 p.m. sharp).
Visitors can stroll Hanson Park’s candlelit paths and enjoy the pumpkins displayed on pedestals throughout the garden. Prizes will be awarded for funniest, scariest, and most original carvings in three age groups: 4–8, 9–16, and 17+. Pumpkins may be picked up after the event beginning at 9:00 PM on the night of the event.
The Pumpkin Carve-Out has become a beloved Cranford tradition, drawing thousands of visitors from across the area.
Presented by JCAS, a community of artists and citizens dedicated to raising awareness of the arts and integrating creativity into everyday life, with the support of the Cranford Jaycees.

Local Event: Cranford Pumpkin Carve Out

Cranford

Cranford Pumpkin Carve Out


Cranford’s Pumpkin Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins Returns October 17
Cranford, NJ – Jersey Central Art Studios (JCAS), with...

The JCAS Cranford Carve-Out &amp; Parade of Pumpkins is back for its 12th year on Saturday, 10/17 at Hanson Park. Stroll along the pumpkin-lit garden paths starting at 5:00 with the last entry at 8:30 pm (and closing at 9:00) to see the amazing carved creations on display. Please arrive early to guarantee your chance of seeing the amazing display. Hosted by Jersey Central Art Studios (JCAS) with support from the Cranford Jaycees and the Hanson Park Conservancy.This is a FREE event and is open to all ages. Individuals can drop off their carved pumpkins from 9 am until 2 pm on the 17th at Hanson Park along with a completed registration form (available at jcas.org).Cash awards will be given for funniest, scariest, and most original, grouped by ages 4-8, 9-16, and 17 and up.&nbsp;The stroll and contest are all free, and hot cider will be available for purchase. ------------ The JCAS is a group of artists and citizens dedicated to raising awareness of the arts and the artistic process, as well as integrating the arts into the community through education, events, and economic development. The JCAS sees art as a vital component to our lives and one that will also enrich our community.&nbsp;

Local Event: Cranford Carve Out 2026

Cranford Carve Out 2026

The JCAS Cranford Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins is back for its 12th year on Saturday, 10/17 at Hanson Park.  Stroll along the...

One Happy Camper NJ with Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ is hosting CampFest on October 18 from 12-2 p.m. in Westfield, NJ. This free community-wide celebration of Jewish camps includes a camp fair featuring 20+ top sleepaway camps, camp-style activities, a swag customization station, the Ultimate Camp Canteen, family-friendly lunch, and ice cream. It’s a great fit for families exploring camp for 2027, 2028, or beyond. Registration is required at <a href="https://www.jfedgmw.org/campfest26" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.jfedgmw.org/campfest26</a>. Sign up in advance for a chance to win a $500 Airbnb gift card.

Local Event: CampFest 2026: free community event by One Happy Camper & Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ

Essex County

Roseland

CampFest 2026: free community event by One...

One Happy Camper NJ with Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ is hosting  CampFest on October 18 from 12-2 p.m. in...

CampFest 2026: free community event by One Happy Camper & Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ

Virtual Support Group for People Managing Chronic IllnessThis 8-week program will run on Wednesdays5:00 PM - 6:00 PM via ZOOM
October 21st - December 9th, 2026

<ul><li>Connect with other people facing similar challenges</li><li>Share experiences &amp; coping strategies</li><li>Build resilience &amp; reduce isolation</li></ul>
For more information or to register, contact Nicole Calello at <a href="mailto:ncalello@jfscentralnj.org" target="_blank">ncalello@jfscentralnj.org</a> or 908-352-8375.

Local Event: Virtual Support Group for People Managing Chronic Illness

Virtual Support Group for People Managing...

Virtual Support Group for People Managing Chronic IllnessThis 8-week program will run on Wednesdays5:00 PM - 6:00 PM via...

Virtual Support Group for People Managing Chronic Illness

Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)

Catholic Charities Annual Benefit Concert features That Motown Band at UCPAC; 100% of ticket sales support men, women, and children in need regardless of race, religion, or creed. &nbsp;
Put on your dancing shoes and bring your heart to help our fellow neighbors in need! Catholic Charities of the Newark Archdiocese and Carol and Bobby Williams present the 9th Annual Benefit Concert for the Homeless featuring That Motown Band. &nbsp;The show is Saturday, October 24th at 8 pm at UCPAC, located at 1601 Irving Street in Rahway. &nbsp;
If you love&nbsp;My Girl, Ain't No Mountain High Enough, Baby Love, Heat Wave, and Ain't Too Proud to Beg, this is YOUR night!&nbsp; That Motown Band brings the sound of The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson and more to life with a full lineup of powerhouse vocalists and musicians — including soul veteran Garfield Fleming, a longtime member of the Delfonics. &nbsp;
This is more than a concert! It is a night out of fun – singing and dancing! &nbsp;Your ticket turns into shelter nights, food, and help for our NJ neighbors in need. &nbsp;100% of ticket sales support our homeless men, women, and children at our shelters and homes in Jersey City and Newark.
Come for the Motown! &nbsp;Stay because it matters. &nbsp;Invite your friends, make a night of it in downtown Rahway, and help keep the lights on and food on the table for families who have nowhere else to turn. &nbsp; Together we can provide help and hope! &nbsp;
Visit <a target="_blank" href="https://ccanconcert26.givesmart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">ccanconcert26.givesmart.com</a> for ticket information or call 732-499-8226. &nbsp;For all other questions, call Peter Ruccione, director of development, Catholic Charities Newark Archdiocese, at <a href="tel:973-818-4060">973-818-4060</a>.

Local Event: Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our Homeless in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties.

Summit

Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our...

Catholic Charities Annual Benefit Concert features That Motown Band at UCPAC; 100% of ticket sales support men, women, and...

Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our Homeless in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties.

Patricia M Kuran Cultural Arts Center

To celebrate Halloween, nonprofit Jersey Central Theatre Company will be performing a staged reading of a new play, featuring some New Jersey lore, on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25th, 3:00 PM, at the Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts Center (The Carriage House) next to Fanwood Borough Hall.
“JANE, JOSEPH, AND THE JERSEY DEVIL” by Connor McKenna. Deep in the Pine Barrens of New Jersey reportedly lives a beast so horrible, so monstrous, its very name strikes fear into the hearts of those who have seen or heard of it. In 1820, “Piney” Jane is desperate to unravel the mysteries of the Jersey Devil. Who joins her search but the exiled king of Spain (and older brother to Napoleon), Joseph Bonaparte. Will they find the beast? Will they survive?
The cast will feature members of Actors’ Equity Association, the professional actors’ union.
Connor McKenna is a playwright, dramaturg, and musical book writer. He is a graduate of NYU Tisch with a BFA in dramatic writing and double major in linguistics. He has written six full-length plays and several shorter one-acts. His work has been performed with the Young Americans Theatre Company, Imaginarium NY, and Little &amp; Fierce Theatre Company.
Doors will open at 2:30 PM. Suggested cash contribution is $10.00 per person. No reservations; limited open seating.
The Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts Center is located next to Borough Hall at 135 Watson Rd. (off Martine Ave.), Fanwood, NJ, just one block north of the historic Fanwood Train Station on NJ Transit’s Raritan Valley Line.
In partnership with the Fanwood Cultural Arts Commission. For further information, or to be added to their email list, visit Jersey Central Theatre Company at <a href="https://www.jerseycentraltheatre.com." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">jerseycentraltheatre.com.</a>
This program is made possible in part by a 2026 HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

Local Event: A New Play Celebrating Halloween (Jersey-style)

Scotch Plains-Fanwood

A New Play Celebrating Halloween (Jersey-style)

To celebrate Halloween, nonprofit Jersey Central Theatre Company will be performing a staged reading of a new play, featuring...

It’s never too early to start your holiday shopping. Visit our outdoor fair full with a fabulous array of top-notch exhibitors selling quality items, arts and crafts, and collectibles. All exhibitors are hand-picked and chosen for their unique items, hand-made creations, start-ups, and well-groomed businesses, and together create this posh marketplace.
Stop by…shop a little, relax, and enjoy the good food, great music, and 75+ exhibitors.
Held in the south side Fanwood Train Station Parking Lot, this event is open 10 am-4 pm and will feature gourmet food trucks, and live music throughout the day. Parking is available at the North side train station then just walk over the bridge. Use this address for your GPS: 238 North Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
This event is hosted by the Borough of Fanwood NJ.
Please note: All outdoor markets are subject to change based on the weather. In case of inclement weather please check our website, social media or our phone for the latest updates. Thank you, JC Promotions Inc.

Local Event: JC's Annual Holly Jolly Vendor Pop-Up & Craft Fair

JC's Annual Holly Jolly Vendor Pop-Up & Craft Fair

It’s never too early to start your holiday shopping. Visit our outdoor fair full with a fabulous array of top-notch exhibitors...

Alexis Tarrazi

New York City Metropolitan Area

Clark-Garwood

Springfield

New Providence-Berkeley Heights

Maplewood

Millburn-Short Hills

South Orange

Middlesex County

Carly Baldwin

Woodbridge

SOU Design Studio LLC is a boutique interior design practice

SOU Design Studio LLC

SOU Design Studio LLC is a boutique interior design practice based in Westfield, New Jersey, dedicated to creating homes that reflect the unique identity of their inhabitants. Led by founder Cacau Martins, the studio provides personalized design services that prioritize how clients live, ensuring every project is a true expression of the individual. The firm serves clients in person across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, while offering remote design solutions to homeowners nationwide. The studio offers a comprehensive range of services, including full-service design from concept to installation, renovation management, and curated styling for individual rooms. Their expertise spans complex projects like full-home guts and additions, as well as digital e-design packages for those seeking professional guidance remotely. By managing trades, procurement, and project timelines, the team ensures a seamless transition from initial planning to the final reveal. Clients can expect a highly responsive and collaborative experience, with a commitment to replying to all inquiries within two business days. With a focus on meticulous project management and weekly site visits for renovations, SOU Design Studio provides the professional oversight necessary to transform living spaces into deeply personal, functional environments.

Union

Mountainside

SOU Design Studio LLC is a boutique interior design practice based in Westfield, New Jersey, dedicated to creating homes that reflect the unique...

Healing Hearts Center LLC is a dedicated family service cent

Healing Hearts Center LLC

Healing Hearts Center LLC is a dedicated family service center located at 123 North Union Avenue in Cranford, New Jersey. The practice provides a safe and nurturing environment for individuals, children, adolescents, and families seeking professional support for their emotional well-being and personal growth. By offering both in-person and online therapy appointments, the center ensures that high-quality mental health care remains accessible to the local community and beyond. The center specializes in a wide range of therapeutic services, including individual counseling, family therapy, and specialized support for children and teens. Their clinical approach incorporates trauma-informed therapy and creative art therapy sessions to help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. Each session is tailored to the unique needs of the client, focusing on developing effective coping strategies and fostering long-term emotional resilience. Clients can expect a compassionate, non-judgmental experience designed to empower their journey toward wellness. As an in-network provider for Cigna and Evernorth, the practice simplifies the financial process by submitting insurance claims on behalf of clients to facilitate efficient reimbursement.

Healing Hearts Center LLC is a dedicated family service center located at 123 North Union Avenue in Cranford, New Jersey. The practice provides a...

Cranford Performance Institute is a premier athletic trainin

Cranford Performance Institute

Cranford Performance Institute is a premier athletic training facility located at 140 Bryant Street in Cranford, NJ. Dedicated to helping athletes of all levels unlock their potential, the center provides a professional environment for skill development and peak performance. Whether you are an individual athlete or part of a team, the facility serves as a central hub for high-quality sports training in the local community. The institute specializes in a wide range of services, including private coaching, strength training, and specialized programs such as velocity throwing for pitchers. Athletes have access to state-of-the-art amenities, including dedicated pitching tunnels, batting cages, and high-performance training turf designed to support both skill refinement and sports rehabilitation. Beyond technical instruction, the center offers agility and conditioning sessions to ensure a comprehensive approach to athletic growth. Prospective members can experience the facility firsthand by scheduling a free 30-minute tour to explore the equipment and observe ongoing training sessions. By combining expert guidance with modern, versatile training spaces, Cranford Performance Institute provides a supportive atmosphere where athletes can build the confidence and mechanics necessary to excel in their sport.

Cranford Performance Institute is a premier athletic training facility located at 140 Bryant Street in Cranford, NJ. Dedicated to helping athletes...

Insurcomm Restoration

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. 	 Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events.	 Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup &amp; Mitigation • Fire &amp; Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard &amp; Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning &amp; Restoration • Full Reconstruction &amp; Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response	 	 Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses		 Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed.		 Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

Burlington County

Burlington

Southampton

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner...

PSE&G

Public Service Electric &amp; Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s largest utilities. PSE&amp;G has won the ReliabilityOne® Award for superior electric system reliability in the Mid-Atlantic region for 24 consecutive years. In 2025, for the fourth consecutive year, J.D. Power named PSE&amp;G number one in customer satisfaction for residential electric service in the East among large utilities.  PSE&amp;G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc., (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a predominantly regulated infrastructure company named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for North America for 17 consecutive years (www.pseg.com).

Somerset County

Bridgewater

Public Service Electric & Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s...

Transforming New Jersey Backyards Into Private Oases

The Pool Boss

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool companies and a premier builder in New Jersey. Specializing in rapid, high-quality installations and custom backyard transformations, the company offers elite amenities including fire pits, landscaping, hardscaping, water features, and outdoor kitchens. As an owner-operated company, The Pool Boss is led by founder and CEO Christopher Argenziano, whose hands-on approach ensures accountability and precision for every project. Built on the philosophy that a five-star experience is created by people rather than just plans, The Pool Boss provides bespoke designs tailored to the unique vision and needs of every family.

Basking Ridge

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool...

Orange Mattress

Orange Mattress: Handcrafted Comfort in Clark For a restful night's sleep, visit Orange Mattress, a family business since 1902, now located right here in Clark! We specialize in handcrafted, factory-direct mattresses, including double sided, and natural. If you have a unique size, our custom size options (like round beds or for antique frames) are available. Interior designer discounts. Stop by our Clark Village showroom for personalized service and find the perfect mattress to elevate your health and sleep.

 Orange Mattress: Handcrafted Comfort in Clark For a restful night's sleep, visit Orange Mattress, a family business since 1902, now located right...

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Events and Things to Do in Cranford, NJ

Saturday, October 17

Apple Fest 2026

OCT

17

12:00 PM

Westfield Historical Society, 314 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ

Oldies Dance

OCT

17

7:00 PM

Kenilworth Veterans Center, 33 S 21st St, Kenilworth, NJ

Sunday, October 18

CampFest 2026: free community event by One Happy Camper & Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ

OCT

18

12:00 PM

Roseland, NJ

Wednesday, October 21

Virtual Support Group for People Managing Chronic Illness

OCT

21

5:00 PM

Westfield, NJ

Saturday, October 24

Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our Homeless in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties.

OCT

24

8:00 PM

Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ

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