The 14^th annual “Sweet Sounds Downtown” Jazz Festival, sponsored by the Downtown Westfield Corporation (DWC), takes place during July and August. Each Tuesday evening, July 6th through August 31st from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm four jazz performances can be heard outside in downtown Westfield.  Rain dates will be the following Wednesday evenings at the same time. Jazz groups will be located on Central Avenue in front of Banana Republic, the lawn in front of the North Avenue Train Station, the plaza at the corner of East Broad and North Avenue, and Elm Street in front of the Baptist Church,

“Sweet Sounds Downtown is extremely popular for all ages. From contemporary or traditional jazz to blues to big band, there are live performances to please everyone.” said Sherry Cronin, DWC Executive Director.  “The event is great for businesses downtown on Tuesday night.”  According to Beth Brenner, Asst. Executive Director, “We have a mix of great bands which played in past festivals as well as new bands this year.  Sweet Sounds has become so popular that we have to turn away many talented groups.”

While enjoying the musical performances of “Sweet Sounds Downtown”, enjoy dining at one of Westfield’s fine restaurants or shop and stroll through downtown.  For more information about Westfield and other downtown events taking place, call the DWC at 908.789.9444 for free a Destination Westfield brochure including a shopping, dining and service directory as well as a 2010 events calendar.