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Tax Collection Services Update (Effective May 1, 2026)
The Borough of Fanwood has entered into a shared services agreement with the Township of Scotch Plains for tax collection services, approved by the Borough Council on April 6, 2026. Under this agreement, Scotch Plains will assume responsibility for Tax ...
2024 DPW Brochure Is Now Available
The 2024 DPW Brochure, detailing the schedule for leaf and brush pickups and much more, is now available for download on the Recycling and Public Works pages, or by clicking here. A hard copy will appear in mailboxes shortly.
Smash Kids Cancer Music and Food Fest coming to LaGrande Park
Fanwoodians, mark your Calendars! The Smash Kids Cancer Music & Food Fest will be happening on May 18 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at LaGrande Park. The event will offer food and performances for a great cause. Admission is free ...
Fanwood Tree Lighting and Holiday Party This Sunday Dec. 4th
Fanwood’s holiday season officially begins when Santa Claus arrives in town on Sunday, December 4, at 3 p.m.! Everyone is invited to meet Santa under the big tent on the lawn in front of the ...
Lions Club Trees Sold Out; Luminaries Still Available
Rotary Club Luminary Sale Be sure to visit the Fanwood Municipal Garage located at 1 Fanwood Place, across the street from the Library, as you begin to decorate your homes for the holidays! The sale will continue on the following ...
Fall lineup set for Fanwood Performance Series
Jazz pianists, singer-songwriters and indie rock bands will take the stage as the Fanwood Performance Series presents its fall season of concerts at the Carriage House. On Sept. 12, the James Austin Jr. Trio will perform its program of “Songs ...
Sip, Shop & Celebrate in Style! Fanwood Ladies Night Out returns June 4th!
Fanwood Ladies Night Out returns June 4th! Sign up today here and grab your swag bag at the event. Shop ‘til you drop! The more you shop, the more chances to win fabulous basket raffles!
National Night Out, Tuesday, August 4th at LaGrande Park
Join us on Tuesday, August 4th, from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm at LaGrande Park for National Night Out! All the events, rides, and food are free!
“Almost two decades of hard work is now paying off for our citizens as we see property values rising and young families taking root in our thriving town.”
— Mayor Colleen Mahr
Latest News
Tax Collection Services Update (Effective May 1, 2026)
The Borough of Fanwood has entered into a shared services agreement with the Township of Scotch Plains for tax collection services, approved by the Borough Council on April 6, 2026. Under this agreement, Scotch Plains will assume responsibility for Tax Collector duties for Fanwood for a five-year term, ...
2024 DPW Brochure Is Now Available
The 2024 DPW Brochure, detailing the schedule for leaf and brush pickups and much more, is now available for download on the Recycling and Public Works pages, or by clicking here. A hard copy will appear in mailboxes shortly.
Smash Kids Cancer Music and Food Fest coming to LaGrande Park
Fanwoodians, mark your Calendars! The Smash Kids Cancer Music & Food Fest will be happening on May 18 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at LaGrande Park. The event will offer food and performances for a great cause. Admission is free and the event will be held rain or shine. ...
Fanwood Tree Lighting and Holiday Party This Sunday Dec. 4th
Fanwood’s holiday season officially begins when Santa Claus arrives in town on Sunday, December 4, at 3 p.m.! Everyone is invited to meet Santa under the big tent on the lawn in front of the North Avenue Train Station and enjoy an afternoon ...
Lions Club Trees Sold Out; Luminaries Still Available
Rotary Club Luminary Sale Be sure to visit the Fanwood Municipal Garage located at 1 Fanwood Place, across the street from the Library, as you begin to decorate your homes for the holidays! The sale will continue on the following dates: 12/17, 12/18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ...
Fall lineup set for Fanwood Performance Series
Jazz pianists, singer-songwriters and indie rock bands will take the stage as the Fanwood Performance Series presents its fall season of concerts at the Carriage House. On Sept. 12, the James Austin Jr. Trio will perform its program of “Songs in the Key of Wonder and More.” It’s ...
Sip, Shop & Celebrate in Style! Fanwood Ladies Night Out returns June 4th!
Fanwood Ladies Night Out returns June 4th! Sign up today here and grab your swag bag at the event. Shop ‘til you drop! The more you shop, the more chances to win fabulous basket raffles!
National Night Out, Tuesday, August 4th at LaGrande Park
Join us on Tuesday, August 4th, from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm at LaGrande Park for National Night Out! All the events, rides, and food are free!
Inclement Weather Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a weather advisory for our area through late tonight. Multiple rounds of heavy downpours and thunderstorms are expected. Average rainfall totals will be between 1 and 2 inches, with localized swaths of 3 to 4 inches possible. Peak rainfall rates in the ...