Warren County Arts presents their newest exhibit, Man and Nature, open to the public. Reception August 4.
Funding made possible in part by Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division.
"Some of the best memories are made in flip-flops." - Kellie Elmore, American author
Summer is officially here! After kick-starting July with parades and fireworks to celebrate Independence Day, loads more family fun is in store. Just a sampling: Shippen Manor’s Summer Lawn Concert series opens July 7; Centenary Stage Company’s Summerfest continues with a production of Grease (and more); the county gears up for its bicentennial with a free concert event at Bread Lock Park; plus you’ll find a street fair, country line dancing, food trucks, cruise nights, yoga in the park (and vineyard) and more!
The last weekend of the month ushers in an annual highlight: the Warren County Farmers’ Fair & Hot Air Balloon Festival! Read that section of this newsletter carefully for an opportunity to win a Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two, or free week-long admission to the fair!
Many thanks to Christine Oleszek of Picture This! Photography (Blairstown), for this photo of the spiral American flag.
So slip into those flip-flops and get ready to make some lasting memories! Happy July, Happy Independence Day, and Happy Wanderings!
Warren County Arts presents their newest exhibit, Man and Nature, open to the public. Reception August 4.
Funding made possible in part by Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division.
Join Anne and Ridley Menslow who will entertain with 18th-century love songs, ballads, drinking songs, "liberty songs," and songs about the struggle for American Independence.
Blairstown fireworks are back thanks to the Rotary Club of Blairstown. Bring your blankets and chairs to watch this spectacular show! Food trucks will also be on site featuring Taco Chicas, Va Fa Napoli Pizza and Village Sundaes Ice Cream.
The rain date is Friday, July 7.
Celebrate Independence in Washington all day long with a parade, and live music at night with the fireworks.
Celebrate Independence Day with an old-fashioned day of free family including shopping, games, food, live music, contests and more!
Pack a picnic and come experience nature at its best! School is over - vacation is here! Take a deep breath of fresh air, spectacular views and great wines as you relax at the Villa.
Enjoy live music Saturdays from 1-5pm.
Summertime is here! Four days to enjoy wine, food, and music and kicking off this weekend with a special wine release - Alba's first sparkling wine - 2023 Sparkling Riesling.
Alba is partnering with The Riegelsville Inn for a la carte food options.
Chef Jack as he fires up the grill for a special evening under the Arbor!
Menu includes an entree which comes with a twice baked potato and a summer vegetable medley
Grandparents get in free when you bring the grandkids to enjoy hayrides, U-pick berries & summer flowers, barnyard animals and the farm market. Make family memories that will last a lifetime.
The Feinberg Brothers blend their bluegrass roots with a classical training background, delighting audiences with their tight, soulful harmonies and masterful playing.
You're invited to see and learn about exotic snakes, big snakes, and native snakes to New Jersey!
This program is most appropriate for grades 3-8.
Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.
Rydell High's senior class of 1959 is duck-tailed, hot-rodding, and gum snapping Along with hip-shaking "Pink Ladies" in bobby sox and pedal pushers, head "greaser" Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive the high romance of their "Summer Nights" as the rest of the gang sing
The Hackettstown Business Improvement District (BID) is bringing back Late Night Thursdays each week in July through August. Live music or a children’s activity at the Main Street Gazebo. Shop, eat and drink locally with business specials throughout the Hackettstown Business District.
Carrie is a living example of “it’s never too late!” In 2004 she left a job as a talent agent in NYC, moved to Pennsylvania with her husband and Portuguese Water Dog, Grappa and began training to teach yoga.
Free admission for all scouts and leaders in uniform. The weekend is a great time to visit the New Jersey Sunflower Trail, get lots of great photos, enjoy a hayride, pick some raspberries, and visit the farm animals
Join Cindy and Kristie Von Thun as they facilitate a class regarding the basics of flower arranging, cutting summer flowers and sunflowers for your own arrangement, and create a one-of-a-kind bouquet to take home and admire all week long!
Get ready for Warren County's 200th birthday with another concert, this time at Bread Lock Park featuring the Stereo Junkies, with Kate & Paul opening. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Food trucks are Tia B’s Street Tacos and Humpty Jr.’s.
The Arts at St. Luke's presents two of Northern New Jersey's most noted performers, Grover Kemble and Elaine Silver, take the stage.
This one-of-a-kind triathlon at Mountain Lake in Liberty Township includes a ¼ mile swim, a 15 mile bike ride and a three mile run, and benefits The Arc of Warren County. This is a USAT sanctioned triathlon and teams or individuals are welcome to participate with costs ranges from $70-$130.
Name a better duo than a lobster quesadilla in one hand, beer in the other. Come hang out at Invertase and get an order of Cousins Maine while you're there.
Get your holiday shopping done with over 10 vendors, participate in fun and games, and grab some food from a variety of food trucks to enjoy with your favorite Brook Hollow Wine! Live music provided by Captains of Leisure!
Hit the dance floor with DJ Dave Rupell and Jess from Country Fusion Instructing along with a delicious dinner available from Bearded Baby Que, 4- 8pm.
Great for all levels and ages- no line dancing experience necessary!
•$10 per person ages 10+
•Under 10- Free!
Country Gate Players presents PollyAnna, the story of a positive and upbeat orphan girl whose personality is contagious and impacts the entire community. She is sent to live with her “dutiful” but frigid, Aunt Polly in Beldingsville, Vermont with story narration by Nancy, the house maid.
Get into the summer groove with Staci and Brook Hollow's sip and paint series! All the supplies are included, so you can take home a finished project, 15-inch Summer door round, at the end of the night.
Come one, Come all! Put on your jeans, cowboy hats and boots, skirts, and Bolo ties as we gather with old and new friends at The Vass Farmstead Barn for an ole fashion hoedown led by The Kittatinny Rangers Square Dance Club of Newton.
Come out to Czig Meister's for live music, local art, and good vibes and celebrate summer with fellow music and art enthusiasts.
Each ticket gets you all day access to the brewery for an all- day event, and each ticket comes with a commemorative bracelet for the event.
Chef Beth Ann Raynock of Local Mama Catering in Hellertown, PA will prepare a Parisian feast from local and organic ingredients, highlighting fresh, wholesome favors in a gourmet presentation. You feel as if you are in Provence!
Celebrate Hackettstown's annual Street Fair on Main Street, with activities, vendors, live entertainment, kids area, food and more! This event is a family friendly in street-fair style.
Admission is FREE!
Mohican Farms welcomes Dose, a high energy band performing Today's Party hits, old school Hip Hop, '90s-2000s R&B, Funk, danceable rock & original sogs.
Dogs are welcome on leash and please clean up after them.
Celebrating its 86th year of providing affordable family fun, the Farmers' Fair includes the 24th Hot Air Balloon Festival and a Traditional Arts Expo.
Buttzville Brewing opened their doors on July 31, 2021 and are so thankful to be going strong today! Come join the fun with a weekend of special beer releases, live music, door prizes, games, and other fun surprises.
All month, Invertase will be donating a portion of taproom proceeds to Morris Animal Foundation with giveaways and chances to donate all month. The month of giving will wrap up with a Dog Fair featuring vendors, food trucks, demos, drawings & more.
The second installment to Centenary's Summerfest welcomes Frontiers, the world’s number one Journey tribute band. Gracing the Centenary stage for one night, these five talented, skilled, and renowned New York City area musicians recreate the music of Journey to perfection, note for note.
Join Villa Milagro for an exceptional night of music with the Frank DiBussolo Trio and vocalist Everitt Harris featuring Frank on jazz guitar, Gary Staples on keyboards, Ruben Ariola drums, with vocals by Emmitt Harris.
The Full Grown Men play Classic Rock and music from the British Invasion with extraordinary musicianship and outstanding harmonies. The great hits of the sixties, seventies and eighties and beyond rock and roll that will keep you singing along all night!
Tickets recommended.
Carrie is a living example of “it’s never too late!” In 2004 she left a job as a talent agent in NYC, moved to Pennsylvania with her husband and Portuguese Water Dog, Grappa and began training to teach yoga.
Chef Jason, owner of Hagan Catering & Hospitality, creates a Southern comfort dinner with a fancy flair to titillate your taste buds with flavors reminiscent of classic French and New Orleans dishes. Three courses served as the sunsets. You will feel "down home" with his Cajun creations.
Warren County ARTS presents Forms of Water exhibit, open to the public through January 4, 2025. Reception is October 20, from 2-4pm.
Funding made possible in part by Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division.
Grandparents get in free when you bring the grandkids to enjoy hayrides, U-pick berries & summer flowers, barnyard animals and the farm market. Make family memories that will last a lifetime.
Free admission for all scouts and leaders in uniform with lots of opportunities for photos, a hayride, picking raspberries, and visiting the farm animals.
Warren County ARTS presents Forms of Water exhibit, open to the public through January 4, 2025 will have a reception and a chance to meet the artist. If you see a piece you like, they will be sold reasonably priced.
Just in time for fall and cozy season comes a unique paint session with Staci. Choose from either a 11.5-inch or 15-inch wooden door round to decorate with one of four deisgns and all the supplies are included.
Come one, Come all! Put on your jeans, cowboy hats and boots, skirts, and Bolo ties as we gather with old and new friends at The Vass Farmstead Barn for an ole fashion hoedown led by The Kittatinny Rangers Square Dance Club of Newton.
Join cone9colab artists Robert Diken, Simon Keller and John Marron for a workshop celebrating the Art of Wabi-Sabi, sometimes described as the beauty that is imperfect, impermanent and incomplete.
In recognition of National Native American Heritage Month, Dove Environmental Education will speak to us about the Lenape. There will be a demonstration of how corn husk dolls and clay pinch pots are made where attendees will also participate in a craft.
Join Brook Holloe for a unique paint and sip series with Staci. Choose either a beautiful 11.5-inch OR 15-inch Winter door round. All the supplies are included, so you can take home a finished project at the end of the night.
Celebrating its 87th year of providing affordable family fun, the Farmers' Fair includes the 25th Hot Air Balloon Festival, Warren County's 200th and a Traditional Arts Expo.
Get ready for another great summer at Rutherfurd Hall! One week sessions beginning in June and running through August featuring sports, nature, arts and crafts, offsite trips to the pool and more!
Register online!
Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 20th season of Cruise night.
Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.
Music Line Up 2024
Lopatcong is back with its weekly summer music series. Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division.
2024 Line Up
Start the summer off right with music under the Arbor!
Saturday and Sunday Afternoons: 1- 4:30 p.m.
July 4: Lorenzo Branca - solo guitarist
Barnyard Buddies is a program that was designed for kids ages 2-8 who have an interest in farm life and love the outdoors.
This free community event is happening the first Saturday of each month. Enjoy cars, coffee, hot chocolate or a breakfast sandwich.
All music is free, no tickets necessary.
July 6: Rich Berry
July 7: Anker
July 13: Michael Patrick
July 14: D&B
Outdoor wine service resumes this weekend. You are welcome to bring your own snacks or lunch - we are Carry-in-Carry-out. If you forget food, we do offer pre-packaged cheese and charcuterie plates.
Reservations are for 1 1/2 hours seatings.
Get ready to toss your way to victory at Brook Hollow's Cornhole Tournament! Whether you're a pro or just in it for the laughs (and maybe a drink or two), this is the place to be! Top two teams each week move on to the championship rounds.
UACNJ provides free public programs at the astronomy club in Jenny Jump State Forest from April through October on Saturday evenings.
The live presentation is followed by stargazing on the telescopes until 10:30pm, weather permitting.
Interested in joining a fiction book club and drinking great beer? Check out the new monthly fiction book club.
Check out the wesbite to sign up and find out more about the book selections.
Looking for a chance to get off the couch and do some cycling with a local group? Want to reward yourself with craft beer after your ride? Head out to Buttzville every other Sunday through October 28. Arrive by 9:30am and rides leave at 10am sharp.
Shippen Manor will be celebrating our country’s independence in July!
July 7: Visitors are welcome to join one of the museum tours on the main floor for a textile demonstration by Pati.
July 14- "On the Daily" featuring objects used to make light in the 18th c.
Little Learning Farmers is a child-and-adult activity session happening on Tuesdays in the summer unless otherwise stated. It's perfect for parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles, and their Little Farmer(s) to enjoy a fun and educational morning on the farm.
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.
Relax and enjoy outdoor dining and live music while surrounded by the stunning views of Donaldson's. James on Main, Czig Meister and Va Fa Napoli Pizza Truck will be on site as well.
Get creative with ART-stitution on the farm while you learn, step-by-step, how to paint this adorable cow! Each participant will be painting on a 14″ X 14″ stretched canvas with acrylic paint. Afterward, explore the blueberry fields and pick your own farm fresh blueberries!
Are you ready for a smashing good time? The Barefoot Grape Stomping is a one of a kind experience, sure to intoxicate all your senses. The event begins with a formal wine tasting followed by a mouth-watering Chicken Parmesan dinner served with roasted vegetables, salad, bread and dessert.
It’s not a typical who done it. It’s the guests in the audience that create a witty, weaving story line. As the plot thickens, the victim falls prey and the detectives investigate with deductive reasoning to reveal the murderer.
Channel your inner winemaker and join Brook Hollow Winemaker, Paul Ritter, and assistant Winemaker, Nick Selitto for a fun night of wine blending and friendly competition.
Summer reading is back with adventure on the horizon. From June 17-August 10, kids and adults alike can embark on their summer reading journey. Come by any branch to register, recieve a paper log, mark the days you read and activities you complete.
Hit the dance floor with DJ Dave Rupell and Jess from Country Fusion Instructing along with a delicious dinner available from Bearded Baby Que, 4- 8pm.
Great for all levels and ages- no line dancing experience necessary!
•$10 per person ages 10+
•Under 10- Free!
Interested in joining a fiction book club and drinking great beer? Check out the new monthly fiction book club.
Check out the wesbite to sign up and find out more about the book selections.
Lopatcong is back with its weekly summer music series. Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division.
2024 Line Up
Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 20th season of Cruise night.
Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.
Music Line Up 2024
UACNJ provides free public programs at the astronomy club in Jenny Jump State Forest from April through October on Saturday evenings.
The live presentation is followed by stargazing on the telescopes until 10:30pm, weather permitting.
Barnyard Buddies is a program that was designed for kids ages 2-8 who have an interest in farm life and love the outdoors.
Get creative with ART-stitution on the farm while you learn, step-by-step, how to paint this rustic pickup truck! Each participant will be painting on a 14″ X 14″ stretched canvas with acrylic paint. Afterward, explore the blackberry fields to pick your own!
UACNJ provides free public programs at the astronomy club in Jenny Jump State Forest from April through October on Saturday evenings.
The live presentation is followed by stargazing on the telescopes until 10:30pm, weather permitting.
Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 20th season of Cruise night.
Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.
Music Line Up 2024
It’s not a typical who done it. It’s the guests in the audience that create a witty, weaving story line. As the plot thickens, the victim falls prey and the detectives investigate with deductive reasoning to reveal the murderer.
Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 20th season of Cruise night.
Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.
Music Line Up 2024
Shippen Manor continues their museum tours in October featuring "Shippen and the Revolutionary War" with 2nd NJ Helms Co. (soldiers, camp followers, activities and displays), firing demonstration, and activities for all ages and "Autumn at the Manor."
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.
UACNJ provides free public programs at the astronomy club in Jenny Jump State Forest from April through October on Saturday evenings.
The live presentation is followed by stargazing on the telescopes until 10:30pm, weather permitting.
Little Ridge has live music this November!
November 2 - Scott Messina
November 9 - Jeff Bellfy
November 16 - Peter Amadeo
November 23 - John Cain
November 30 - Katy Gerhold
Outdoor wine service resumes this weekend. You are welcome to bring your own snacks or lunch - we are Carry-in-Carry-out. If you forget food, we do offer pre-packaged cheese and charcuterie plates.
Reservations are for 1 1/2 hours seatings.
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.
$10 cover.
Shippen Manor continues their museum tours in November with the Warren County History Trail, 27th NJ Baileys Boys (lower drive/porch) and Oxford United Methodist Church.
It’s not a typical who done it. It’s the guests in the audience that create a witty, weaving story line. As the plot thickens, the victim falls prey and the detectives investigate with deductive reasoning to reveal the murderer.
Little Ridge has live music in March.
March 1 - Dave Read
March 8 - Jeni Hackett
March 15 - Katy Gerhold
March 22 - Peter Amadeo
March 28 - FRIDAY NIGHT TRIVIA & GARA's PIZZA
Interested in joining a fiction book club and drinking great beer? Check out the new monthly fiction book club.
Check out the wesbite to sign up and find out more about the book selections.
Bring your mat and any extra props you'd like to Footbridge Park in the pavilion for a relaxing yoga session. Choose from classes on Wednesday @ 6:30pm and/or Saturdays @ 9am. Classes run through August 17.
Blairstown's 17th annual Farmers Market is in full swing. Come see your favorite local farmers, food producers and vendors at the Blairstown Farmers Market!
Held each Saturday in downtown Washington borough through September 30, the market runs along Route 57, anchored in the Pocket Park located at 44 E. Washington Ave.
Hackettstwon welcomes the 2nd Annual West End Farmers Market opening May 5 and runs every Sunday until Oct. 27 from 9:30am-1pm.
Phillipsburg's first open air market is in its 3rd year with vendors including farms, arts, bakery, flowers, herbs and more.
Camp Musky is an educational and fun day camp for kids ages 5 to 12-plus with an outdoor learning experience, and hands-on, river-based programs.
Free yoga select Tuesday evenings at Thomas Stewart Park by Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Mary Walker-Golden.
Be an agent of change volunteering with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at one of their many perseves. It is recommended you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
Friends and veteran families are invited to participate in this Weekend Warrior Yoga Program under the pavilion at Lopatong Park (will be held at an indoor location if thunderstorms loom). Bring your mat, water and a friend.
Be an agent of change volunteering with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at one of their many perseves. It is recommended you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
You can tour Camp Crystal Lake before and after Friday the 13th! Tickets are on sale now!
Gear up for the 12th Annual Tour de Farm and Fondo Cycling Tours through the northwest NJ farmlands! Thousands of participants have absolutely loved this event over the years, which helps promote NJ farmers and their farms.