Orchard View opens for the season and welcomes all to the farm with operating hours of 10am-5pm, Friday-Sunday. Take a tour and remember Mother's Day as you peruse the gift shop, complete with Lavendar ice cream, chocolate chip brownies, and new this year, macarons!
May Day! May Day! May 2024
“May is the month of expectation, the month of wishes, the month of hope.” - Emily Brontë (1818-1848) English novelist and poet
Is it May already? While it seems the time goes by too swiftly, Wanderings is just getting warmed up, no pun intended! Among May’s plethora of events, we are highlighting Mothers with their very own page of fun; as well as Memorial Day, honoring those who served our country and gave the ultimate sacrifice. This month's cover photo depicts Blairstown's Memorial Ceremony in Cedar Ridge, part of the town's Memorial Day parade hosted by Givens-Belet American Legion Post 258. This year's parade will be honoring the 80th Anniversary of D-Day. Thank you to all moms and military members!
The Wine Train to Villa Milagro Vineyards starts up this weekend and runs through October, while the following weekend is the Spring Open House with the Phillipsburg Railroad Historians. Farmers markets are cropping up, as are summer concert series.
The 35th Annual Raritan River Music Festival runs throughout the month of May, including the Mahattan Chamber Players in Stewartsville. Check out the latest News for more information.
Check in with the Explore Warren team this weekend, at the Rock N Roll Steampunk Fair in Washington Boro on May 4 and at Shippen Manor’s 270th Anniversary celebration in Oxford on May 5. Tell us you heard about it in Wanderings; that makes our day!
Happy Mother's Day, Happy Memorial Day and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Calling all Warren County 6-12 graders! Phillipsburg High School will be hosting Health and Wellness Field Day complete with food, live music, dancing, volleyball tournaments with law enforcement, and more!
Join the largest book signing of its kind in New Jersey with an author meet and greet Friday, May 3. Grab some wine and meet over 60 authors, representing many genres. There will also be door prizes and goody bags!
Admission is free.
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.
Brook Hollow Winery invites everyone to enjoy happy hour with an additional food truck every Friday along with live music! Seating available on the covered porch by reservation only.
The North New Jersey chapter of the American Herbalists Guild (AHG) is hosting this year's Herb day. Enjoy a day of free informative lectures and presentations, tours of spectacular gardens, as well as a Craft Market featuring a wide selection of vendors and food.
Board the train for a trip along the banks of the Delaware River to visit Villa Milagro winery.
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.
Warren County Arts presents a poetry and art collaboration running May-June, with a reception May 19, 2-4pm.
Area 57 is all about tech and aviation, highlighting the Drone demonstrations by Warren Community College. The College has been building a nationally acclaimed drone, robotics and AI program, called Uncrewed.
The 4th annual Rock & Roll Steampunk Fair is a day filled with live music, artisan vendors, street performers, and general steampunk shenanigans. Come dressed for the occasion!
Rock & Roll and music related vendors, Steampunk vendors, jewelry, clothing, and more!
The best of the '60s, '70s and '80s music that had us glued to the radio will pumping with Jersey Sound. Along with live music will be '50s dance lessons, costume and hula hoop contest, vinatge cars and food!
Tickets are $25, food is extra.
Architects is featuring live music and an optional dinner buffet all summer.
Music Line-Up 2024
Featuring the Children's Chorus of Warren County comes the "The Innocence," Warren County Community Singers Spring Concert.
Born in Northwest, NJ and an ode to their roots in Blairstown, Water Street will be performing at Roy's Hall with special guest Close Drive. The band brings a unique blend of pop, alternative rock, folk, and Americana elements with covers from acoustic pop, classic rock, and blues songs.
Get in the spirit of sunshine and warmth with neighbors South of the Border as you put on a sombrero and become immersed in the Mexican culture by raising a glass of Sangria to toast the small town of Puebla for their victory over France to claim their independence in 1861.
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.
This is a free family event complete with museum tours, reenactors and interpreters including the Jersey Frontier Guard and 2nd NJ Helm Co, multiple organizations including RevNJ Crossroads and 10 Crucial Days and Explore Warren!
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.
Architect Michael Margulies presents on this homestead, which is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places and has been placed on the New Jersey's Register of Historic Places in 2007. Mr. Margulies runs "The Vought House Inc.," a nonprofit helping to restore the house.
Learn how to grow the flavors of East Asia with Patrick McDuffee of Well-Sweep Herb Farm as he explores herbs from India, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, the Philippines and Indonesia.
Jesse Bardwell joins The Noble Brothers for a night of rock, folk, bluegrass and more at The Arts at St. Luke's.
With a large local following in New Jersey, Yarn, an energetic and evolving Americana/jam/rock group based out of Brooklyn and Raleigh, has played Roy's Hall annually for the past twelve years, sometimes twice a year.
PRRH recently restored Lehigh and Hudson River caboose number 18 will be positioned next to the museum building for all to easily explore. The Centerville and Southwestern Miniature Railroad will be operating, and its museum and gift shop will be open.
Admission is free.
Albert Lee is one of the most respected and renowned guitarists in music history, having worked with The Everly Brothers, Eric Clapton, Emmylou Harris and The Crickets over his long and illustrious career.
This is the 2nd Annual Open Cupboard Food Pantry event in Hunterdon and Warren Counties. The goal is to create awareness and focus on rebuilding the Hunterdon County location and continuing the mission of "Neighbors Helping Neighbors."
One of Buck Hill's most popular events! A four-course meal, each paired with beer and bourbon. Limited seating; reservations required and held with a credit card by calling 908-854-5300. $115 per person, plus tax and gratuity.
Ryan McKasson, Eric McDonald and Jeremiah McLane are masters of tradition who purposefully explore the dark corners floating on its edges. Their individual artistry is enhanced when together and creates a greater whole. The result is an alluring complexity, full of spontaneous musicality.
Bring the whole family and your furry friends to celebrate all things agriculture! A tractorcade will launch the fun, followed by live music, kids crafts, food, educational presentations, animal vaccine clinic, and more!
Villa's three course dinner served as the sun sets over the vineyard, opens with Ecuadorian Cuisine, prepared by talented chef Wilson Patina, owner of Rapaen Cuisine in Phillipsburg, NJ.
The greatest hits from Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac come to life in a stunning performance capturing the vocals, visuals, and magic.
This is part of Centenary Stage Company's 2023-24 Live Music Series and special fundraiser event for the Hackettstown Rotary Club.
There are two sessions open cooking with chef Jay Chai, owner of Panda Room. He will guide each couple through a personal authentic Thai cooking class, each limited to 7 couples.
Have you have ever wanted to try your hand at making wine but were too intimidated by the entire process? Sign up for this four-part series, taught by Paul Ritter, owner/vintner of Brook Hollow Winery and Event Facility.
The Water Gap Singers invite you to have a look at life in a Victorian-era English town with"An English Spring" featuring piano and chamber orchestra with the musical works of John Milton, William Blake, Rudyard Kipling, and William Shakespeare, a community chorus enjoying traditional favorites a
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
New location (the Middle School), this ceremony will remember and honor local veterans and first responders.
The iconic award-winning amusement park in Hope, NJ kicks off its 70th season this coming Memorial Day Weekend, with new rides on "land and water" added in the past several years, including thrill rides for young adults such as the Scream Machine 360, Safari Adventure, and Tumblin' Timbers roller
Picnics have always been a favorite activity. Unlike going to a restaurant, you never know what you will encounter when you picnic.
Donth miss this 28th annual car show presented by the Hackettstown Rotary Club at Mars Wrigley. Gates open at 7:30am for this rain or shine event. Vehicles registered in advance (by May 17): $20; day of show: $25. Spectator fee: $5 (children under 12 free accompanied by an adult).
Blairtown's 2024 Memorial Day Parade hosted by the Givens-Belet American Legion Post 258 starts with the Cedar Ridge Ceremony across from Tractor Supply and steps off at 1 p.m. This year's parade will be honoring the 80th Anniversary of D-Day.
A parade hosted by the Bernardine May American Legion Post #457 to honor our fallen Veterans (local and national) and local First Responders. Parade route lines up at Abbott Street, to Shappell park and then down South Main Street to the Free Bridge where both mayors will toss the memorial
Hosted by American Legion Post 164, the 156th Annual Memorial Day Parade and Observance steps off at the corner of Grand Ave. and Main St.at 10am and proceeds down Route 46 to Mountain Avenue, concluding with a service at Union Cemetery.
Architects is featuring live music and an optional dinner buffet all summer.
Debuting at St. Luke's this year is Jeff Scalia on vocals and guitar and Tony Sky on harmonica.
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.
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.
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!
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.
The Arts at St. Luke's presents two of Northern New Jersey's most noted performers, Grover Kemble and Elaine Silver, take the stage.
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.
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.
Architects is featuring live music and an optional dinner buffet all summer.
One of Buck Hill's most popular events! A four-course meal, each paired with beer and bourbon. Limited seating; reservations required and held with a credit card by calling 908-854-5300.
$115 per person, plus tax and gratuity.
This tribute to American music will be exemplified by New Jersey artists through those years with a multimedia presentation by Professor Melissa Ziobro, who currently serves as the Specialist Professor of Public History at Monmouth University, and is the Curator of the Bruce Springsteen Archives
Jeff Finegan delves into these personal stories of George Washington, the first Founding Father of our country as told by historic figures of that time.
This is a free presenatation and open to the public.
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.
Learn about the dramatic history of major coastal storms, including the 1962 March storm, the hurricane of 1944 and Superstorm Sandy. Join Historian Scott Mazella as he talks about the mythic nature, personal accounts from survivors and environmental impacts of coastal living.
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.
The 5th annual Rock & Roll Steampunk Fair is a free event in downtown Washington Borough and features a full day of live music, streets lined with vendors, fabulous costumes, street performers, local specials, activities and so much more! Come dressed for the occasion!
"Born, Blessed, Grateful, & Alive" is Yarn’s first studio album in eight years.
Continuing
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.
This free community event is happening the first Saturday of each month. Enjoy cars, coffee, hot chocolate or a breakfast sandwich.
Start Spring off right with the opening weekend of the Arbor! Live music and great wine!
Saturday and Sunday Afternoons: 1- 4:30 p.m.
Little Ridge has live music in May, along with Mother's Day celebration, a gala and more!
May 4-Allan Willcockson
May 5-Lauren Christine
May 11 -Scott Messina
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.
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.
This acoustic series starts with Deb D'Anne in a special solo show on April 26. Along with this series will be meal service and beverages for sale.
Future shows:
May 10 - Katie Gerhold
May 24 - Open Mic
You can tour Camp Crystal Lake before and after Friday the 13th! Tickets are on sale now!
Rutherfurd Hall tours are taking place Sunday starting at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Typically an hour and a half, there are three levels to explore. Only level one is wheel chair accessible. Suggested donation of $10 per person.
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.
Villa is getting outdoors for fresh air, warm sun and music. Bring your own snacks or picnic, try handmade local cheeses and date-nut treats as well as packaged crackers and other light snacks.
Music At Milagro (Music 1-5pm)
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.
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.
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.
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.
All music is free, no tickets necessary.
July 6: Rich Berry
July 7: Anker
July 13: Michael Patrick
July 14: D&B
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
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.
Start Spring off right with the opening weekend of the Arbor! Live music and great wine!
Saturday and Sunday Afternoons: 1- 4:30 p.m.
Start Spring off right with the opening weekend of the Arbor! Live music and great wine!
Saturday and Sunday Evenings: 6-8:30 p.m.
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.
Music lovers are sure to enjoy David Kunz's laid-back acoustics, and lots of John Denver tunes. As usual, the amazing chefs will have a yummy menu for the evening so come hungry and please feel free to BYOB.
Alba continues their weekend of music under the Arbor with live music and great wine!
Start Spring off right with the opening weekend of the Arbor! Live music and great wine!
Saturday and Sunday Afternoons: 1- 4:30 p.m.
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.
Alba continues their weekend of music under the Arbor with live music and great wine!
Start Spring off right with the opening weekend of the Arbor! Live music and great wine!
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
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.
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
Community Corner
This is an opportunity to bring families together and connect them with community resources provided by Norwescap Child and Family Resource Services' (CFRS).
Donations will be collected in the parking lot both days. The funds received from the clothing drive are used by the deacons in support of their compassionate ministries.
Please carefully read the guidelines for donating items.
Shimer Mansion is kicking off the 2024 season with a fundraising yard sale, located on the corner of Routes 519 and South Main Street in Pohatcong Township.
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.
Free kayak rentals are being offered every Tuesday, May through September at White Lake. There are a limited number of kayaks so reservations are required. Please call 908-763-1760.
Life vests and paddles are included.
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.
Do you want to give back to your community in a meaningful way by becoming a licensed resource caregiver. Learn the ins and outs of being a foster parent or adopter and help a child in need.
This presentation will be followed by an opportunity for questions.
All are welcome to browse and buy at this flea market and craft fair hosted by Mansfield Township. Due to increasing popularity, this year's event will be held at Hector A. Cafferata, Jr. Park. Find your treasures or be a vendor! Forms and registration on the website.
WINGS (Wonderful Independence Neighbors Going Strong) is hosting their first trivia night to benefit independent senoirs. Prizes will be awarded.
$10 donation per person, cash only. BYOB, coffee, tea and snacks will be provided by WINGS.
Warren County residency/proof required. Household Hazardous Waste collection only - electronics are not being accepted through this program.
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.
Phillipsburg's first open air market is in its 3rd year with vendors including farms, arts, bakery, flowers, herbs and more.
Hackettstwon welcomes the 2nd Annual West End Farmers Market opening May 5 and runs every Sunday until Oct. 27 from 9:30am-1pm.
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.
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.
Do you want to give back to your community in a meaningful way by becoming a licensed resource caregiver? Learn the ins and outs of being a foster parent or adopter and help a child in need.
This presentation will be followed by an opportunity for questions.
Warren County residency/proof required. Household Hazardous Waste collection only - electronics are not being accepted through this program.
More Things to Do
Enjoy dinner with a view! A rotating schedule of food trucks on the farm will be featured each Thursday, May 2-October, and Taco Tuesday with A Taco Affair will be on site every OTHER Tuesday beginning May 7.
It's time to sign up for the Sojourn, a guided paddling and camping trip on the Delaware River! The week-long trip is full of fun and adventure, offering a great time for all participants where wonderful memories are made. You can paddle just one day or as many as you like, as the Sojourn visits different sections of the 330-mile river. The purpose of the Sojourn is to heighten awareness of and appreciation for the Delaware River and its watershed, and it combines canoeing/kayaking, camping, educational programs, historical interpretation, and more. It is for novice to experienced paddlers of all ages, whether it’s for a day or two, or the whole event. It is a great way to get outdoors, meet new people or reconnect with old friends, and enjoy nature - a perfect “staycation” where you feel you are away but still close to home.
Plan Ahead
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).
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!
Mark your calendars! Friends & Neighbors of Allamuchy is pleased to present Spring Fest 2024. What is Springfest, you ask? If you are a foodie looking for amazing tastes from the surrounding area, this is the event for you!