West Windsor Arts Announces 2025 Summer Community Events! - by Aylin Green, West Windsor Arts Executive Director

Notice by Aylin Green, Executive Director of the West Windsor Arts team.

June 23, 2025 – West Windsor Arts is kicking off another season of free, family-friendly entertainment with the return of its popular Summer Music and More concert series. This year’s series features unique concerts showcasing local talent, diverse musical genres and fun art activities for all ages—perfect for making lasting summer memories. All performances will take place at Nassau Park Pavilion (behind Panera Bread), starting at 5 pm with an opening set by modern cellist Dan Kassel and friends. Known for his multi-layered soundscapes and innovative live-looping, Kassel will be joined by different musicians at the start of each concert, followed by the evening’s featured headliner at 6 pm. “We are really excited to bring this beloved series back again this summer,” says Aylin Green, Executive Director of West Windsor Arts. “Summer is a great time to relax with friends and family and enjoy live music outdoors. Our Summer Music and More series offers something for everyone—great music, creative activities and a fun, welcoming atmosphere. It’s what summer is all about.” 

Save the dates for these three concerts... 

Saturday, July 12, 2025 – Channel Collective 5 to 7:30 pm (Rain date: July 13) 

Led by multi-instrumentalist Jon Thompson and drummer Justin Leigh, Channel Collective brings an ever-evolving lineup of musicians who capture the beauty of spontaneity through a fusion of improvised and composed music. Their genre-defying sound makes each performance a fresh and exhilarating experience. 

Saturday, July 26, 2025 – Andy B. AND SoulFolk 5 to 7:30 pm (Rain date: July 27) 

Andy B. AND SoulFolk is the latest project from Andy Bernstein (Andy B), longtime frontman of Indie Roots rockers the VooDudes. Combining soul, folk, blues and rock influences, the band delivers uplifting, groove-driven music with heartfelt lyrics—perfect for a summer evening. 

Saturday, August 9, 2025 – Swara 5 to 7:30 pm (Rain date: August 10) 

Swara is a dynamic Indian American band that blends Indian film music, classical structures and contemporary genres such as jazz, rock and R&B. Performing in multiple languages including English, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi, Swara’s multicultural sound brings global flair to the West Windsor Arts summer stage. 

In addition to live music, free art activities will be available at each event, with hands-on projects designed for both adults and children. Families are encouraged to bring picnics and enjoy a relaxed evening of music and creativity under the sun. 

The Summer Music and More series is proudly sponsored by Site Centers and is part of West Windsor Arts’ ongoing commitment to bringing accessible arts experiences to the community. For more details and updates, visit: www.westwindsorarts.org/events. 

About West Windsor Arts: West Windsor Arts offers art and cultural events, workshops and classes for all ages and in all disciplines at its art center and in the community. For more information, call 609.716.1931, visit westwindsorarts.org, or email exdir@westwindsorarts.org.