August 24, 2016

Warren County Wanderings

We've been enjoying glorious sunshine and moderate temperatures in bucolic Warren County this week, and with nice weather expected to stick around through the weekend, let's get out there and explore! The last in a series of Concerts In The Barn is happening Saturday evening at Ramsaysburg Historic Homestead on the banks of the Delaware River; several other live music options are available Thursday through Sunday; you may feast on meals prepared with fresh local food in picturesque vineyard settings; Lopatcong Township is hosting its Community Day; outdoor yoga options await you on Sunday...  

Read on for these events and more, relish this wonderfully abundant time of year, and above all, Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up

Music in the Park takes place  every Thursday at 6:30 p.m.  This week is Rocking by the River, an incredible show by the banks of the Delaware River by The Sal Ritz Band.

Ladies & gentlemen, Roy’s Hall presents David Bromberg, the Godfather of Americana, and his new album; The Blues, the Whole Blues & Nothing But the Blues.

"High energy complete cover act playing songs of the 80's, 90's & all current rock, pop & new country" performs at Rock Creek Tavern

Our customers are what make Well-Sweep Herb Farm successful. To show our thanks, we invite you to visit us during this week and receive a 20% discount on all purchases.

Programs and Events at the Pequest Trout Hatchery

The public is invited to learn about New Jersey's fish and wildlife resources and ways to enjoy them through special programs and events at Pequest. Take advantage of these unique opportunities and get outdoors!

Four Sisters Winery proudly host its Second Annual Beaver Creek Red Wine Festival on the last weekend in August, 12-5 pm both days.  Beaver Creek Red is the “People’s Choice” at Four Sister Winery and has been since its release in 1990.  Released during one of the Native American Indian

Enjoy live music by the area's most talented musicians under our arbor. Each week a different band will appear for your entertainment. Complimentary with the purchase of a wine tasting or for current Gold Club members.

We love cocktails made of wine and other ingredients to create lower-alcohol drinks.  In these hot summer months, it is refreshing to have recipes for cocktails that are unique, delicious, cooling and safe enough to drink several !!

Last Concert in the Barn of the summer! Enjoy the Bohemian String Quartet: Two violins, viola and cello playing well-known and hidden gems of the contemporary and earlier classical repertoire. Indoor and outdoor seating is available, rain or shine.

Join us for a classic French dinner served alfresco in Row 51 prepared by Beth Ann Raynock of Local Mama Catering in Hellertown, PA.  Her Pop-Up dinners are popular events featuring local and organic ingredients and highlighting fresh, wholesome flavors with a natural fla

Join certified Yoga Teacher Kate McGuiness, owner of StillPoint Yoga Studio in Blairstown for a FREE one hour, all levels Hatha Yoga class. Using the beauty of nature as studio, practice basic yoga and sun salutations. All levels of experience are welcome.

Relax, unwind + wine! A one-hour yoga class in an outdoor pavilion overlooking vineyards, followed by wine tasting. Beginner-friendly and open to all levels. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Bring a mat or towel.

Enjoy live music by the area's most talented musicians under our arbor. Each week a different band will appear for your entertainment. Complimentary with the purchase of a wine tasting or for current Gold Club members.

To celebrate Brook Hollow Winery’s 10th year in business we are welcoming all wine lovers, friends, and family to our winery! Live music, giveaways, two glasses of wine for $10, and Humpty Junior's food available, for purchase, from the grill as well as their famous ice cream cart.

Annual “Farm-to-Fork” Fundraiser Pairs Local Foods with Wine!          

Another show in the Shippen Manor Summer Lawn Concert Series. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, pack a picnic if you like, and relax and enjoy a variety of  live musical performances - FREE- all summer long on the lawn of Shippen Manor.

Continuing

This Friday night Happy Hour at Four Sisters Winery offers a food special every week and $2 off a glass or bottle of wine to be consumed on the deck.  Come out and enjoy a night on the deck while enjoying your favorite wine, good food and non-live music.

Community Corner

Vendors, Community Groups, Beer Tent, Activities and Demonstrations starting at 1 pm; Rides from 2-6 pm

Pets of Lopatcong photo contest;musical performances by Jesse Rivers at 3:30 pm and the band, Joyous, at  7pm

visit website for sign-up forms and more details

Clothing Drive  and Car Wash during Lopatcong Twp. Community Day
Where: Behind Lopatcong Twp. Municipal Pool (Enter via Wildew Avenue, make left at pool; follow signs and road leading behind the pool)

Car Wash:

Plan Ahead

Bring your blanket(s) or chair(s) for a great night under the stars! The movie will begin at dusk (around 8:15 p.m.) but the fun starts early! "Making Faces" Face Painting will be onsite for complimentary face painting starting at 7:00 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase. 

Join local painters and artists Suzanne Montgomery and Dr. Julie McWilliams for a FREE Art Lecture.

Join Wildlife Conservation Corps member and member of the NJ Woodland Stewards Program, John Hooven in a two-mile guided hike on the Pequest Wildlife Management Area trail system. Explore animal tracks and evidence, and immerse yourself in a variety of different habitats as you explore.

Stomp to the music and feel the sensation between your toes. Formal wine tasting, delicious spaghetti and meatballs dinner with tossed salad and homemade breads, wine cellar tour and ending with a dessert wine tasting. Includes wine glass to take home.

The Popular Game Show "The Big Bust" was filming last night. The show's producer was murdered and all clues lead to the show's host Wink Noddengrin!

Shippen Manor Summer Lawn Concert Series features Paddy and the Pale Boys, who play the traditional songs and music of Ireland and Scotland, along with some good ol' boy country and rock'n'roll.

The PVTC, a Friends Organization of the Kittatinny Valley State Park, will host a 4-5 mile hike along the Paulinskill Valley Trail.  The trail is cinder-based which provides easy, level walking.  Meeting at Footbridge Park in Blairstown.

Celebrate Labor Day and Apple Mountain Golf's 43rd  Anniversary by participating in this Twosome Scramble.