Well-Sweep hosts their annual craft, farm, and food vendor fair. Two full days of free informative lectures and presentations, tours of our spectacular gardens, and a special Craft and Farmers’ Market!
Some Like It Hot June 2024
"Spring being a tough act to follow, God created June." - Al Bernstein, American sportscaster, writer, stage performer, recording artist, and speaker.
June is coming in hot, and Wanderings has all the cool places to be, like paddling with the Delaware River Sojourn June 14-22 as they cruise down the Delaware with guides and a safety crew, as pictured above. You can paddle for just one day or as many as you like, and pick a single or tandem boat or bring your own. If the river isn’t calling your name, we've compiled a list of Warren County's favorite Swimming Destinations and Ice Cream spots so take a gander!
Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts and Crafts Festival is taking place this weekend at the Warren County Commnity College, and Explore Warren has free tickets for admission and tethered balloon rides! Send us an email at tourism@co.warren.nj.us with a subject line that reads "Take me Ballooning" for your chance to win! Specify whether you need admission and tethered rides for 2, 3 or 4 people - we've got a ticket for 2, two sets of tickets for 3, and one for a group of 4 so you can bring friends and family along. This is a first come, first served offer, so don't delay if you want to attend the balloon festival on us! Parking is included, too.
Don't miss the More Things To Do section featuring Warren County Habitat for Humanity Community Center events in June and Summer Activities for the Kids. And National Trails Day is Saturday, so get out there to celebrate our beautiful rural spaces!
We’re also highlighting Father’s Day with events around the county and, seeing as it's a couple of weeks away, the page is a tad sparse so continue to check the calendar as more events pop up.
With that, we'll let you get to reading and wandering!
Happy June, Happy Father's Day and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Come out to opening day of the 17th annual Blairstown Farmers Market. Come see your favorite local farmers, food producers and vendors at the Blairstown Farmers Market!
The Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee invites everyone to view their display at the Airport Cafe for National Trails Day and then head out on a hike on the Paulinskill Trail.
RSVP by e-mailing pbk123@aol.com
Angry's Dad's is bringing you a Spring Fling with 40 vendors and crafters, each one is a little different. Come shop and stay for the live music, cold beer and awesome food!
Admission is free. Rain or shine.
Hackettstown Community Day (formerly Spring Festival) will be held at Hackettstown High School and the Hackettstown Recreation field, Sheldon Field, Warren St.
Summer will be in full swing so let's bring the trucks back to the farm! Donaldson Farms has partnered with great organizations for a great event featuring up to 12 food trucks, live music by The Big Fuss and Brian Dean Moore Band, games and activities for all ages!
Balloon fest season begins as the Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival returns to Warren County Community College.
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.
Throughout the summer, Villa brings to the vineyard performances by some of the best musicians in the Lehigh and Delaware valleys. Legends in their own time, these bands perform everything from funk to jazz to blues to "hip" versions of popular standards.
MOC has joined NJDEP on their 9th Annual Hooked on Fishing – Not On Drugs Youth Fishing Challenge.
To register your child, please contact Mohican by emailing cmolinski@outdoors.org or call 908)-362-5670.
Presented by New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet, The Sleeping Beauty is a cherished fairytale that tells the story of the conflicting forces of good versus evil and love conquering over revenge.
“Shippen Talks” presents Shippen Manor's museum director, Gina Rosseland presenting “Warren County: How It All Began.” This will be located in the lower dining/speakers room located off of the east-facing porch on the lower level (outside access only with a few steps up to the porch).
The last concert in this year's Jazz Series features Bill Mays on piano backed by bass and percussion. Seating is limited in this beautiful and historic venue!
$35/person and tickets are limited.
Light refreshments will be available during intermission.
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
Adult only skate night! 18 or older only.
Pay at the door event.
$10 admission, $3 skate, $4.50 rollerblades.
It’s that time of year again to celebrate rebirth with strawberry picking, food trucks, kids' activities, hayrides, face painting and crafts!
Food trucks include Chef D's & Sip n' Swirl (Saturday, 6/8) and Chef D's, Cousin's Maine Lobster & Sip n' Swirl (Sunday, 6/9).
Czig Meister Brewing invites you to celebrate its 8 years with a beer of the day, live music, food vendors, and a handmade artisan market.
This is a family and dog friendly event.
Evening Star Quilters’ Guild of Belvidere, New Jersey presents “Quilts in the Vineyards,” amazing quilts made by local artists will be available to view while you enjoy your wine tasting and personal charcuterie boards.
Presented by the Richard D. Gardner Branch of the Warren County Library. Scott Moreau has been traveling the world performing as Johnny Cash for more than 15 years.
WC Arts presents Drawing the Human Figure led by Hillary Hill.
$25 for nonmembers. Register at www.wcarts.org.
This is free and open to anyone who creates, makes, has made a business, or is a hobby maker.
This dynamic, heavy, swagger- injected, sexy & dirty, blues-influenced rock n' roll band brings vintage sound and vibe to modern ears with their much-anticipated third album Black Leather Blues underlining that sentiment.
Get ready for a night of uproarious comedy with Jeff Norris.
Dinner Buffet: 6 p.m.
Comedy Show: 8 p.m.
Tickets & Reservations:
$40 - COMEDY SHOW & DINNER BUFFET
$20 - COMEDY SHOW ONLY
CASH BAR
“Shippen Talks” presents Dr. Scott Paul Gordon of Historic Jacobsburg (PA). Dr.
One listen will tell you there is no other Steely Dan Tribute that comes as close to recreating the meticulous sound, musically and vocally, as GOOD STUFF.
The Sojourn, a guided paddling and camping trip on the Delaware River, is full of fun and adventure, offering a great time for all participants where wonderful memories are made!
Love always. Love forever. Love until the end of time. The Great Cosmic Playlist is testimony to the endurance of an emotion that is easy to conjure but hard to maintain.
Join the Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee (PVTC) for a group hike on the PVT starting in Columbia (at the river), Green and Washington Streets. GPS: 40.924892, -75.094329. The length of the hike will be approximately 4 miles. Bring a drink. Dogs welcome on a leash.
Washington Business Improvement District celebrates sustainability and healthy living options, and kicks off its farmers market!
Indulge in a unique creative painting experience with the Backcountry Bear Paint & Sip party. Relax & sip on your favorite beverages while socializing with fellow art enthusiasts.
Villa's three course dinner served as the sun sets over the vineyard, presents Chefs Odil & Lena Koorie, sisters and owners, of Daddy's Place in Easton preparing a delicious Lebanese dinner. Prepare to leave stuffed like a grape leaf as we sample traditional dishes from this region.
Intermix- A Choreography Showcase will feature emerging and established artists from the tri-state area including dancers, choreographers, and dance companies.
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.
Friday, June 21, is International Yoga Day and Far Hills Power Yoga is hosting a class at Alba. This event is sponsored by Lululemon of Bridgewater, NJ.
Debuting at St. Luke's this year is Jeff Scalia on vocals and guitar and Tony Sky on harmonica.
Register your car, enjoy live music, food and games for the kids and community yard sale.
$15 to rent a space (table included on a first come, first served basis)
and a "Name Your Own Price" church yard sale.
Let's paint together! A full day of creating in this Artist Workshop: Morning session (9am-12pm) is Watercolor & Gouach with Aida Birritteri instructing. There is a list of supplies to bring for this session.
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.
Phillipsburg is celebrating its 36th annual Ole Town Festival in Walters Prk. This festival, which initially began as a way for a variety of local non-profit organizations to make money in support of their causes, has grown into a yearly tradition that simply cannot be missed.
You will be guided, step-by-step, by a professional artist while you learn how to paint something beautiful with acrylic paint on canvas.
This event is to benefit the Footbridge Skate & Arts Park with live music, food trucks, beer tent, silent auction, skate demos and more! ON SITE: Buttzville Brewery * Tacos Chicas * Village Sundaes and more!
Suggested donation $10 adults / kids free
Unleash your inner winemaker with this great team building opportunity by diving into the art of bottling with hands-on education and create your own souvenir bottle with a custom label.
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.
Joe Cirotti Trio fuses their multi-instrumentalist upbringings with a passion for the roots of American folk, jazz, country, and bluegrass. Formed in 2015, the current line-up includes Joe Cirotti on guitar, Pete Lister on upright bass, and Timmy Coyle on mandolin and guitar.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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
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!
The Arts at St. Luke's presents two of Northern New Jersey's most noted performers, Grover Kemble and Elaine Silver, take the stage.
Formed by tenor saxophonist Vinny Bianchi, La Cuchina!! consists of the most versatile musicians in the Poconos. La Cuchina!! continues to “make people want to dance to jazz again” by providing danceable, percussive beats with soaring and unrelenting instrumental improvisations.
Made up of the four section leaders of the New Sussex Symphony, the Loni Bach Quartet features principal cellist Loni Pilshaw Bach, principal violist, Laura Schock Lopez, principal violinist, Chryselle Angderson Yang and principal second violinist Emily Gaab Moorhead.
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
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!
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.
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.
Propagate Studio is thrilled to host a special "Golden Summer Starving Artist Dinner Club" after going viral from a reel of Propagate's art supply thrift shop gained them over 13,000 followers in one month. Plus, that reel has over 1 million views.
Rob Stoneback and his 7-piece combo, Trombosis, will be at the Performing Arts Center at Rutherfurd Hall. It will be a great afternoon of jazz entertainment as four Trombones join a great rhythm section.
Experience Billy Hector’s musical genius, from the raw, acoustic beginnings through the high-voltage thrill of his electric sets, culminating in a grand finale with the Midnight Horns.
One listen will tell you there is no other Steely Dan Tribute that comes as close to recreating the meticulous sound, musically and vocally, as GOOD STUFF.
Warren County ARTS presents "Drawing the Light" with artist Carl Ohlson. Free for members, $25 for non-members.
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
Get ready for a night of uproarious comedy with John Lombardi. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Gemini's journey into comedy began at the young age of eleven, captivating audiences with his quick wit and energetic charisma on the streets of New York City.
Featuring the pre-eminent Jazz harmonica and vibraphonist, Hendrik Meurkens will perform with his quartet. Without a doubt, Hendrik is one of the best on jazz harmonica. He doubles on vibraphone and will be backed by piano, bass and drums.
Marc Douglas Berardo’s songs mine the deep feelings and lessons gleaned from real-life characters and situations. It’s his songs combined with an onstage presence that uses humor and deft storytelling to rally an audience and lead them into a deep and sometimes spiritual experience.
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
"Cubano Be, Cubano Bop" pays homage to the groundbreaking compositions of jazz legends Dizzy Gillespie and Chico O’Farrill.
Unleash your creativity at our Nutcracker Paint Party, a fun-filled event where you can choose to create a male or female nutcracker masterpiece! It's the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories with your loved ones & friends while indulging in a creative and enjoyable activity.
APR 26 - Celebrate Trails Day! Blairstown Airport.
JUN 7- NATIONAL TRAILS DAY HIKE - Blairstown Airport. From 10 - 2pm, come visit the Paulinskil Valley's exhibit at the Blairstown Airport in honor of National Trails Day celebration.
Bring the whole family down for a free, fun filled day at Knowlton United Methodist Church! Food will be available for purchase, including burgers, hot dogs, chips, brownies, cookies and assorted drinks.
Continuing
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 June 15, 2024.
This free community event is happening the first Saturday of each month. Enjoy cars, coffee, hot chocolate or a breakfast sandwich.
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.
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.
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.
Docents will be available to greet visitors and share the history of the Manor, its people, and the local industrial history of Oxford. We are offering tours of the main floor of the building. The last tour begins at 3:30pm.
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
Take charge of your year with Wellness Walks led by Warren County naturalist Jen. Walks will vary in time and length and held once a month on a Sunday.
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.
Architects is featuring live music and an optional dinner buffet all summer.
Warren County Arts presents a poetry and art collaboration running May-June, with a reception May 19, 2-4pm.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This free community event is happening the first Saturday of each month. Enjoy cars, coffee, hot chocolate or a breakfast sandwich.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Architects is featuring live music and an optional dinner buffet all summer.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Community Corner
Warren County's semiannual Paper Shredding event is a free service to Warren County residents (not for businesses, and proof of residency required). Confidential/sensitive materials only (medical records, billing statements, any documents containing personal information).
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.
June 4-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.
Don't miss WITNESS gospel group coming out of retirement for this event. There will be a free will offering and pot luck picnic to follow.
Come explore Phillipsburg while finding some treasures along the way! Anyone is welcome to stop in at Shappell Park Farmers' Market on Sunday and set up a table to sell some things.
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.
More Things to Do
The month of June is heating up with events at the Habitat for Humanity Community Center in Washington. Activities for kids and adults alike! Check out some of the classes below and head over to Habitat's website for more fun.
6/7 - Adult Craft 5:30-7:30pm ($10) wine cork American Flag
6/13 - Kids Art Workshop 2-3pm
6/18 - Senior Craft 1-3pm
6/20 - Luau Party 2-4pm
6/25 - Kids Art Workshop 2-3pm
6/26 - Lego/ Friendship Bracelets 10am-12pm
See ya later school and hello warm days ahead! Are the kids looking for something fun to do and you're not sure where to start? Check out the list of camps and summer fun for the youngster in your life!
1. Camp Musky
2. Camp Allamuchy 2024- A Summer to Remember
3. Little Learning Farmers @ Donaldson Farms
4. Barnyard Buddies @ VonThun Farms
5. Summer Reading
6. Farm Camp @ Donaldson Farms
Plan Ahead
Celebrate Independence Day with an old-fashioned day of free family including shopping, games, food, live music, contests and more!
Celebrating its 86th year of providing affordable family fun, the Farmers' Fair includes the 24th Hot Air Balloon Festival and a Traditional Arts Expo.
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.