Submitted by Gene Jannotti
Garwood is revving up to rock out and enjoy a full day of family fun! We are pleased to announce that the fifth annual Garwood Rocks street fair, hosted by the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce (GWACC) and Event Director Carol Ann Kearney, will take place on Sunday, June 3rd, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (rain or shine) in downtown Garwood, New Jersey. Center Street will be closed to traffic from South Avenue to Unami Park beginning at 7 a.m.
Garwood Rocks features a classic car show hosted by Hot Rod Mike, which is expected to draw over 250 cars this year, in addition to an all-day live stage, entertainment, vendors, and festival food including many area favorite food trucks. Our happy stilt walkers and jugglers will also return for entertainment all along Center Street! Artisans and craftspeople will display paintings, pottery, photography, handmade jewelry, furniture and many other unique gifts.
There will also be a KidZone, located on Beech Street at the Y, featuring exotic animals, a petting zoo, pony rides and an interactive demonstration using fire hoses by the Garwood Fire Department! The KidZone will also feature a free bicycle helmet giveaway by the Union County Police Department and free “wanted poster” photos provided by the Union County Sheriff’s Office Identification Bureau.
The Crossroads is sponsoring both the Beer & Wine Garden and the Garwood Rocks stage, featuring the Valencia School of Music kicking it off at 10 a..m followed by your local RMC RockShop Band at 11:30 a.m. Enjoy the cool sounds of the Barry Blues Band at 1 p.m. At 2:30 p.m. Under the Wire will cover all your favorite songs from the ’70s to today, then Mushmouth closes it out at 4 p.m. with all your favorite Tom Petty rock!
Let’s get ready to ROCK all day! Admission is free!
Please note that pets, skateboarding, and roller blading are prohibited in the Garwood Rocks area. This rule is for the safety of attendees of all ages, and, also, for the safety of the animals. For further information, please contact the GWACC, 908-233-3021, or visit the website gwaccnj.com and look for Street Fairs.
(above) Get ready to rock all day in Garwood!
