(Fanwood, NJ) – A morning shower and temperatures in the mid to upper 80s did not deter music enthusiasts and families from turning out for Fanwood Summer Fan Jam, on Sunday, June 22nd at La Grande Park. The event, held from 11 am to 7 pm, featured live bands, over a dozen food trucks, a Kids’ Zone and a Beer Garden sponsored this year by Crossroads of Garwood.
Throughout the day the stage, located under shade trees just off the main ballfield at LaGrande, featured the bands Bella Blues Company, a funk pop band; Higher Ground, playing rock, blues, gospel, and country music; New Yacht City, playing the smooth sounds of the 1970s and 1980s; and singer-songwriter-producer Robert Matarazzo. Also featured was Theatrical Artist’s Prep, which was the first band of the day.
Fan Jam also included a Kids Zone with inflatable rides and toy truck rides. A car show sponsored by the Scripted Club was available in the morning.
Mayor Colleen Mahr greeted the crowd before the last two bands of the day. The Fanwood Public Works kept the park clean of trash, while police patrolled the event.
Fan Jam is an event of the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce and is sponsored by Family Investors Company, Lightbridge Academy, Cross Roads, and Unity Bank.
