Events

Our first Historic Notables Walking Tour is TENTATIVELY scheduled for Sunday, June 2nd.

This tour is designed to reveal the character and composition of the individuals who lived in Westfield, highlighting just a few of the many historically notable individuals who played roles of both local and national significance. While we acknowledge that everyone at Fairview Cemetery has a life story; this tour will highlight a few of them, located in conveniently walkable proximity.

Wear comfortable shoes, as the grounds are hilly. In case of rain, this event will be cancelled.

Confirmation of date, time, and registration information forthcoming. Please check back for updates.

Our fall Historic Notables Walking Tour is TENTATIVELY scheduled for Sunday, October 6th.

This tour is designed to reveal the character and composition of the individuals who lived in Westfield, highlighting just a few of the many historically notable individuals who played roles of both local and national significance. While we acknowledge that everyone at Fairview Cemetery has a life story; this tour will highlight a few of them, located in conveniently walkable proximity.

Wear comfortable shoes, as the grounds are hilly. In case of rain, this event will be cancelled.

Confirmation of date, time, and registration information forthcoming. Please check back for updates.

The month of October is a busy time for migrating birds, when a variety of species move through the area. Fairview Cemetery is pleased to invite the public to observe some of these species at an early morning bird watch tour. Join us to discover the thrilling sounds of songbirds in a pastoral setting of fall foliage. Attendance is limited to 25 individuals.

FIRST TIME ATTENDEES may register beginning Wednesday, October 9th. Registration open to all, including previous participants, will begin on Saturday, October 12th. Register online only: https://friendsoffairview1.org/bird_reg/.  

The tour will be led by Pete Axelrod, a lifelong naturalist. With a background in Wildlife Biology, Pete has been involved with birding adventures in New Jersey including volunteer work with the Great Swamp, the NJ Audubon Society, and the Raptor Trust. Pete also worked for Wild Birds Unlimited in Scotch Plains, giving lectures and instructions on the value of backyard birding. 

Bring binoculars and wear walking shoes, as the grounds are hilly. In case of rain, this event will be cancelled.

Friends of Fairview is pleased to announce its annual fall foliage walking tour. October is a perfect time to take in the stunning autumn colors on display throughout the grounds. Attendance is limited to 40 individuals.

FIRST TIME ATTENDEES may register beginning Thursday, October 10th. Registration open to all, including previous participants, will begin on Sunday, October 13th. Register online only: https://friendsoffairview1.org/tree_reg/. 

The tour is led by Dr. Tom Ombrello, Professor of Biology at Union College. Dr. Ombrello is an expert on all aspects of trees and is also able to share many anecdotal stories regarding history, geology, and local lore. His expertise has aided Fairview Cemetery in acquiring accreditation as a level ll arboretum, as well as in the cataloguing and selection of species on the grounds. 

Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the grounds are hilly. In case of rain, this event will be cancelled.