Patch AM: Westfield Honors Local History With Preservation Awards – See Photos

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In today's newsletter:

Westfield celebrates historic preservation with 2025 Devlin Awards.
Westfield students join prestigious cancer campaign
NJ influencer OkCron's journey from school to stardom
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Free Health and Wellness Screenings
and 12 more events.

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Weather forecast:

Sunday:
Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 50 and low of 39 degrees.

Monday:
Mostly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 54, low: 35.

Tuesday:
Cloudy with afternoon rain, with a high of 53 and low of 48 degrees.

News we're reading

1. Westfield Honors Town's History With Preservation Awards: See Pictures
   Westfield celebrated its rich history by honoring several properties and individuals with the 2025 Harry Devlin Awards for historic preservation. The awards recognized both residential and commercial properties for their restoration and adaptive reuse efforts, highlighting the town's commitment to preserving its architectural heritage.

2. WHS Students Accepted Into Prestigious Blood Cancer United 2026 Student Visionaries of the Year Campaign
   Westfield High School students Aidan Murphy and Alex Davlouros have been selected for the Blood Cancer United 2026 Student Visionaries of the Year campaign. Their participation highlights their dedication to community service and leadership in the fight against blood cancers.

3. From physics class to a Starry collab, NJ influencer Evan ‘OkCron' Cronin talks shop
   Evan 'OkCron' Cronin, a New Jersey influencer, shares his journey from Westfield High School to becoming a social media sensation. Known for his comedic and relatable content, Cronin has collaborated with major brands while supporting local charities.

4. Wardlaw+Hartridge Students Excel in AMC Mathematics Competition
   Wardlaw+Hartridge School celebrates the achievements of Victor Liu from Westfield, who excelled in the AMC Mathematics Competition. His outstanding performance places him among the top scorers, showcasing his exceptional mathematical abilities.

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Featured events

Wednesday November 26
Free Health and Wellness Screenings
Bloomfield Public Library - 1409 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003,
12:00 pm

Friday November 28
Cranford Scouts BSA Troop 75 Blood Drive
American Legion Post 328, 78 Westfield Ave, Clark, NJ, 07066,
10:00 am

"Grand Lighting" Fanwood's Famous Christmas Houses for NJID
83 Paterson Rd, Fanwood, NJ, 07023,
4:00 pm

Monday December 1
New Year's Eve Celebration Party at the Sheraton Hotel Parsippany
Sheraton Parsippany Hotel, 199 Smith Rd, Parsippany-Troy Hills
8:00 pm

Wednesday December 3
Grief Support Group
Temple Beth Or-Beth Torah, 111 Valley Rd, Clark
3:30 pm

Saturday December 6
Return of the Holiday Tenors
The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, 140 Mountain Ave, Westfield
7:00 pm

Sunday December 7
Return of the Holiday Tenors
Drew University, 36 Madison Ave, Madison
3:00 pm

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Other local events

Saturday November 22
LATIN JAZZ @ GALERIA: Flamenco/Jazz & Pop with the acclaimed ALBA MUSIK Group
GALERIA The Art Venue
7:30 pm

Monday November 24
Aqua Turkey Trot at the Cranford YMCA
401 Centennial Ave, Cranford
12:00 pm

Tuesday November 25
Summit Old Guard Speaker Program -
New Providence Presbyterian Church, 1307 Springfield Ave, New Providence
10:00 am

Wednesday November 26
Aqua Turkey Trot at the Westfield Area YMCA
220 Clark St, Westfield
9:30 am

Thursday December 4
Kindness Rocks at the Cranford YMCA
401 Centennial Ave, Cranford
12:00 pm

Friday December 5
Break It Like A Black Belt at the Westfield Area YMCA
422 E Broad St, Westfield
6:30 pm

Saturday December 6
Holiday Breakfast & Brunch with Santa
Twin Maples, 214 Springfield Ave, Summit
9:15 am

Jersey Nutcracker
Wilkins Theatre, 1000 Morris Ave, Union
1:00 pm

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