The Montagues and the Capulets are engaged in a blood feud, and two young lovers are caught in the middle. With the families' disapproval, this tragic ending seems almost inevitable.
Leap Into February 2024
"We don't always accurately predict six more weeks of winter, but when we do, everyone acts like it's our fault spring didn't come early." - Groundhogs everywhere
Welcome to the first Wanderings of 2024! February has a few pseudo holidays like Groundhog Day, Mardi Gras, Valentine's Day and Leap Day; plus Presidents Day (which is an actual holiday for many). We've gathered enough events to merit a special page for Valentine's Day (click here to see them), some starting the weekend prior and lasting throughout the month, so check out that link with your loved one!
The photo of the cute little groundhogs above is courtesy of Charlie Fineran. If you too are interested in fostering local fauna and flora, we encourage you to pursue certifying your own garden or communal space as a wildlife habitat to help Warren County become the first county to be certified as a Community Wildlife Habitat with the National Wildlife Federation.
Have you heard? Passport booklets are currently available at the nine participating Warren County Grains and Grapes Trail partners. Through April 30, with a minimum purchase at each of the establishments, you may get your passport stamped and earn a hoodie sweatshirt! It's a great way to explore Warren County while you're wandering around!
So Happy Goundhog/Super Bowl/Lincoln/Mardi Gras/Valentine/Washington/Leap Day, and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Join Tranquillity Farms to celebrate the weekend with ice cream for breakfast! Seating will be available in the greenhouse and pavilion.
Explore snow and ice in this STEM program for kids ages 3-8 with an adult. The event will begin with a story and then move on to a variety of hands-on activity stations to explore the properties of snow and ice.
AJ Croix is a genre-crossing singer, songwriter, and an excellent guitar picker leading us into the future, while keeping a foot in the past, where musical lines cross, with great country, southern rock and roll and a real voice.
Warm up at Brook Hollow with limbos, coconuts, hula hoops, grass skirts, music, food, and games.
Enjoy a great night filled with acoustic guitar music from Jake who brings a unique sound with clear vocals and your favorite folk, pop, and classic rock tunes.
Hailing from a long line of Senegalese musicians and storytellers known as griots, Diali Cissokho made the transatlantic move almost 10 years ago. Shortly afterward, he formed the band Kaira Ba with the aid of several like-minded Piedmont musicians.
This talk has been rescheduled for March 5.
Taught by Country Fusion Certified instructor, Jennifer Horsey! Great for all levels of dancing abilities!
This event is limited to the first 100 people who purchase tickets. Option to purchase buffet meal will be available the night of, must be done before 8:30pm.
We all need a little pampering in these colder months and Sam Rose Salon is having a wellness night with your name on it.
Bring that special someone for a fun evening at the historic Rutherfurd Hall with instructors from Classic Ballroom Dance Studio in Hackettstown. The first hour of dance will be learning to Rumba and Swing.
Nothing is sweeter than fresh veggies! Get your hands on sweet carrots, garlic, potatoes, sweet potatoes, beets, Genesis' own flour and cornmeal, and more. Also available, our own tomato sauce, salsa, and apple sauce.
Helen, who studied at the University of Maryland and Parsons School of Design and the New School in New York, will be teaching traditional techniques of plein air regarding form, design, lights and darks. You will have an opportunity to paint a small scene using a limited palette.
Get ready to enjoy an evening of laughs with the talented Doug Karpf. Doug's journey from stand-up comedy hobbyist to a successful career has taken him to comedy clubs across the U.S.
Moliere’s classic comic romp of greed, hypocrisy and scandal is just as relevant today as it was in 1664 when it was first performed, (and banned).
Join Invertase in their first Rock'em Sock'em Robot Tournament with life-sized robots. Only $5 to play and prizes will be awarded. The Comfort Kitchen will be vending some delicious food all night and pair everything with some great Invertase beer or the house-brewed Root Beer.
A skilled local artist will guide you through a 2-hour painting journey in the ballroom-turned-art studio. Savor your favorite cocktail and enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne, while exploring your artistic talents.
Learn the art of wood burning, also known as pyrography, with Robin of EnShrine Design. During this class, each participant will create a wooden board with choice of two stencils.
Cost is $70/ person and all materials are included.
Have the day off? Come out to Alba's for tasting specials.
Special Tasting - $50 for 2 people - taste through 6 wines with a member our winemaking team (includes special chocolate bites)
Take the chill off with Villa Milagro soups. Pair a smooth butternut squash soup with our whites and a savory roasted red pepper soup with our reds. Two soups, wine tasting and recipes to take home.
The cost is $15 per person.
Enjoy Mountain Lake Fire Co. annual seven-course venison meal.
Taught by Country Fusion Certified instructor, Jennifer Horsey! Great for all levels of dancing abilities!
This event is limited to the first 100 people who purchase tickets. Option to purchase buffet meal will be available the night of, must be done before 8:30pm.
Taught by Country Fusion Certified instructor, Jennifer Horsey! Great for all levels of dancing abilities!
This event is limited to the first 100 people who purchase tickets. Option to purchase buffet meal will be available the night of, must be done before 8:30pm.
Taught by Country Fusion Certified instructor, Jennifer Horsey! Great for all levels of dancing abilities!
This event is limited to the first 100 people who purchase tickets. Option to purchase buffet meal will be available the night of, must be done before 8:30pm.
Continuing
Various after schools activities, including art, games, yoga, outdoor adventure and cooking instruction, for a range of age groups. All conducted 3:20 -4:20pm on either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, depending on the activity chosen.
Panther Pub continues with tunes Friday February tunes featuring the Maribyrd Duo 2/2; Michael Long 2/9; Sue and Dave 2/16; Zach and Cat 2/23 and a special Valentine's Day treat with Tea Envy 2/14.
Hang out with Brass Rail for tunes every weekend!
Feb. 2 - Naked Jake
Feb. 3 - Gear Box
Feb. 17 - Razz Brothers
Feb. 23 - Three Dudes with Glasses
Feb. 24 - Pittstown Road
These classes will include gentle movement to warm the body, a variety of postures for strengthening muscles and creating improved flexibility, breath awareness practice for quieting the mind and increasing energy, and deep relaxation.
Brook Hollow never stops with the live music! Enjoy weekend music. Wine will be available by glass or bottle purchase.
Inhouse is bringing in live music in the month of February. Get ready for Sue Polcer 2/3, Dave from D & B Acoustics 2/9, Valentine's Day with Elisa Schaffer, The Cellar Dwellers 2/16, and Ten Gallon Matt 2/24.
Enjoy Sunday brunch with live music.
Feb. 4 - Steve Kirchuk
Feb. 11 - Brian Molnar
Feb. 18 - Peter Amaedo
Feb. 25 - Bill Ihling
The Phillipsburg Farmers Market has moved indoors for the winter, open on Sundays November - April, “snow or shine.” Customers can continue to buy their favorite fresh and local foods while supporting community vendors.
Boston's best stand-up comedy at Invertase Brewing with a brand new line-up of comedians each month.
Architects presents a Winter Concert series to get you through the cold months in anticipation of summer jams!
The American Beauty Band pays tribute to the Grateful Dead and the Jerry Garcia Band saying, "We are inspired fans of the music whose lives have been intertwined with theirs for such a long, long time.
Brook Hollow never stops with the live music! Enjoy weekend music. Wine will be available by glass or bottle purchase.
Panther Pub continues with tunes on Fridays in March and a couple of Sundays, especially St. Patrick's Day! Artists featured will be :
These classes will include gentle movement to warm the body, a variety of postures for strengthening muscles and creating improved flexibility, breath awareness practice for quieting the mind and increasing energy, and deep relaxation.
Brook Hollow never stops with the live music! Enjoy weekend music. Wine will be available by glass or bottle purchase.
Community Corner
There are over 100 types of arthritis, all of which affect the joints, tissues around the joint, and other connective tissues.
Wear your favorite jams for and evening storytime that includes stories and a craft. Happening at various WC libraries around the county. Sign up is required.
Join the Hope Volunteer Fire department for their first polar plunge fundraiser. You can raise extra funds by getting folks to sponsor you.
$25 to register and get a free t-shirt while supplies last. There'll be hot drinks and food and a bonfire.
Come for a day to work on scrapbooks, art projects and any other artwork that needs space. $50 for the day and includes lunch and dinner, door prizes, free giveaways and vendors.
Enjoy an afternoon of decorating wooden spoons. Donations appreciated.
For ages 62 and up.
Heartsaver CPR AED provides students the highest quality training in the lifesaving skills of CPR, and use of an AED. This course empowers students to act with confidence in the event of an emergency at work, home, or in the community.
Cost is $65. Registeration required.
More Things to Do
February is hoppin' and Propagate Studio is a hub of all things creative! They host workshops, private events, local artists and have a pay what you can art supply thrift shop! This month, make a Valentine's Resin Trinket Dish along with painting, needle felting, crochet, stained glass, candle making and so much more! Check out their website for more details.
Every month at Buttzville Brewing, there's something new to experience along with some regular favorites whether it's a craft beer or a rockin' event. Happenings include Music Video Bingo, and Bulldog Mack. Like what you see? Bounce over to their website for further details.
Czig Meister's is bubbling with events in February. Check out the Super Bowl Charcuterie Board class and Cousins Maine Lobster at the brewery. Like what you see? Head over to the website.
Plan Ahead
Warren County Arts 26th Annual Spring Art Show in up until May 4. Reception for this art show is April 7 from 2- 4 p.m.
Participants will have the option to run or walk this course, which a scenic loop that passes streams, pastures, historic buildings, and the beautiful Musconetcong River on a mostly flat course.
Warren County Arts presents a poetry and art collaboration running May-June, with a reception May 19, 2-4pm.