Fanwood 5K Pizza and Family Fun Run Draws More Than 1,000 Participants

The Fanwood 5K Pizza and Family Fun Run drew more than 1,000 participants on Sunday, October 18, under cool, ideal running weather.

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A replica of the Grand Union Flag, on loan from Joe Refinski, on display at the Fanwood Museum during “Four Centuries in a Weekend.”

November 2026

Fanwood Museum Opens for “Four Centuries in a Weekend”

The Fanwood Museum at the Fanwood Train Station opened its doors on Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, as part of the annual “Four Centuries in a Weekend,” sponsored by the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

The Aliver Foundation’s Teen Ambassador Sebastiao Pinto and First Responder Committee Member Luciane Raibin join Mayor Colleen Mahr with the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month proclamation.

November 2026

Fanwood Partnership Expands Outdoor AED Access

A partnership that began with one outdoor automated external defibrillator placement in Fanwood is helping expand access to emergency equipment in the borough’s recreation spaces.

November 2026

An Evening with Rupert Holmes to Support Cranford’s Young Performers

Music lovers can enjoy a night out while supporting local students when Rupert Holmes and special guests take the stage at Cranford High School on Friday, November 20.

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November 2026

Community Partnerships Expand Outdoor AED Access in Cranford

Cranford now has 11 outdoor automated external defibrillator equipment placements in recreation spaces, according to The Aliver Foundation, following community partnerships that combine equipment donations with education.

Two beagles show off fairy wings at the costume event.

November 2026

Fanwood Goes to the Dogs at Fan WOOF Day

Four-legged friends and their families gathered at Fanwood’s historic train station on Sunday, October 4, for Fan WOOF Day, an annual celebration bringing together local dog lovers for a morning of costumes, activities and community fun.

Scan to express interest in adult facilitator training.

November 2026

Imagine Trains Nearly 50 People to Support Neighbors Through Grief

Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss, trained nearly 50 community members, adult volunteers and local youth this summer to expand grief support resources across New Jersey.

The Cranford Historical Society presents “E.G.W. Dietrich: Rediscovering His Cranford Designs” on November 7.

November 2026

Rediscover the History Behind Cranford’s Homes

The Cranford Historical Society invites the community to explore the work of architect E.G.W. Dietrich on Saturday, November 7, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Cranford Community Center, 220 Walnut Avenue.

Families gather in the street during Scotch Plains Day.

November 2026

Scotch Plains Day Kicks Off Fall Along Park Avenue

Gray skies hung over Park Avenue in neighboring Scotch Plains on Sunday, October 4, but Scotch Plains Day went ahead anyway, giving the township a lively start to fall. The free, family-friendly event, held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., highlights local businesses, community groups and organizations.

Seasonal decorations join the holiday selection at the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Service League Thrift Shop.

November 2026

Service League Thrift Shop Gets “Dolled Up” for Holiday Giving

Holiday shoppers can browse dolls, toys, games and seasonal decorations while supporting local charitable work when the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Service League Thrift Shop launches its annual Doll and Toy event on Tuesday, November 3.

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