Happy Fall Y'all! October 2023

“Worldbeat” is a fusion of western pop and rock music with international indigenous instruments and influences.

Ready to kickoff the fall season with one of Hackettstown's biggest town-wide events of the year? Join the Hackettstown BID, Czig Meister Brewing Company, Man Skirt Brewing Company, and Grand Avenue Tavern as they host events throughout the weekend.

RESCEDULED Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Fun & Games Festival returns to Warren County Community College for a weekend of fun. In addition to balloon activities like daily Mass Hot Air Balloon Launches, the festival features games, vendors, food trucks, truck and car and more!

Celebrate the fall season with family fun for all ages at our Fall Festival Weekends!

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.

Tom Dallessio, Executive Director of the Musconetcong Watershed Association, speaks on how the river has been an important part of life from the time of the original settlers, the Lenni Lenape, to the present day, and why the watershed continues to be of major importance, from its usage in indust

Myths and legends often have some kernel of historical truth.  So, what can we make of the Jersey Devil myth?  Is any part of the tale rooted in fact?  Historian and archivist Mickey DiCamillo discusses the origins of New Jersey's most famous mythological monster and identifies the

Head out to Buck Hill for Oktoberfest with food and beer.

This is a first public sale in the new Art Supply Thrift Shop. Everything is take what you'll use and pay what you can with hundreds of rubber stamps, tons of skeins of yarn, thousands of sheets of paper, a rainbow assortment of ribbon and so much more.

Bring a lunch and learn science-based, savvy skills for your home and garden during Rutgers Homesteading Series this coming fall. Each workshop will be one hour and taught by various speakers.

Join the folks at Longmeadow Farm for live music, crafts, apples and pumpkin picking, hayrides, food trucks, face painting, artisan vendors.

Join Hidden Brook and their alpacas and llamas for a day of food, games, music and more!

The play tells the story of six Louisiana women—Truvy, Annelle, Ouiser, Clairee, M’lynn, and Shelby—who gather at Truvy’s at-home beauty parlor to trade gossip. But when Shelby makes a decision that endangers her own life, the iron strength of these women and their friendship is put into focus.

Come one, come all to the Inhouse for their first fall fest complete with vendors, music, costume contest, corn hole, food trucks and more!

$5 entry fee

Celebrate 77 years of volunteer service to the community with a variety of craft brews on tap, both local and national options.

Learn how to make all-natural, homemade soap. Various methods and ingredients will be covered. Choose from a varied selection of fragrant essential oils and herbs to create your own specialty soap. Wear old clothes. Reservations are required.

Cost is $40 pp. 

Habitat for Humanity's annual Beams and Dreams Fundraiser offers a gourmet buffet, outstanding entertainment and live and silent auctions. Hosted by Hawk Pointe Golf Club, the evening will feature Grover Kemble and the Noble Brothers. $100 per ticket, discounts available for pairs and groups.

Partcipation in the US Steinholding Association NJ State Championship Qualifying Venue, games, music by Robbie Lawrence and the Steelworkers Polka Band, and beer releases.

Chef Eddie Coss, who trained at the Culinary Institute of America, opened The Milford Oyster House with his sister Amy and is rated the best seafood in NJ by Zagat.

Pennsylvania natives Quentin Fisher, Michael Johnson, Steve Leonard, Shane McGeehan, and Maryland-born state champion fiddler, Katelynn Casper honor the deep rooted traditions of Bluegrass music while demonstrating a unique contemporary vision through Serene Green’s original compositions.

Exhibits at the Warren Heritage Museum located at Bread Lock Park tell the story of the valley now bisected by Route 57, also known as the Warren Heritage Scenic Byway, as well as the people who lived and worked

Enjoy a delightful afternoon with scones, local grass-fed butter and a few tea samplings. Join Cheryl Karcher of Hilltop Herbals for a tea party to celebrate Autumn with herbs, seasonal black teas and chai.

In post-apocalyptic "Lost Vegas," a young gunslinger named Jess December enlists the help of a mysterious samurai cowboy to help avenge the murder of her sister.

Every Friday the 13th hundreds of horror fans make a ritual pilgrimage to Blairstown, NJ to remember the film that made the town a legend. There’s something special about watching Friday the 13th on Friday the 13th.

Tickets on sale now. Get yours before it's too late!

Come out to UACNJ as they will be open during the day for the annular solar eclipse. It will cross North, Central, and South America. In the U.S., the annular solar eclipse begins in Oregon at 9:13 a.m. PDT and ends in Texas at 12:03 p.m. CDT.

This uplifting event aims to create awareness about the correlation between animal abuse and domestic violence while promoting empathy and compassion within our community.

Join the Warren County ARTS for a dive into the technique of Gouache painting, a bold and vibrant style of art that needs no mediums. Open to the public.

Experienced pressed flower artist, Linda Conrad, will teach you the art of using pressed flowers and botanicals. Create a 5” x 7” picture with a variety of pressed flowers for endless possibilities, from picturesque landscapes to a cute fairy or gnome made entirely of pressed flowers.

We will gather joyfully to break bread under the glow of chandeliers in our rustic but elegant pavilion.  The sounds of cozy chatter, delightful laughter, glasses clinking, crickets chirping, and live music will fill the crisp fall air.

This Fringe Festival show brings to the stage the larger than life Hungarian Mama Rose who's slowly waltzing into dementia, as her Broadway baby, Melinda shimmies into middle age.

Join Buck Hill for another wild game dinner. $99/person, plus tax and gratuity.

The Furious Bongos is a Zappa project featuring a diverse lineup of seasoned musicians who have played alongside heavyweights like Frank Zappa, BB King, Mick Fleetwood and Vinnie Colaiuta just to name a few.

Come for a "bloody good time" as the Haunted Halls at Blairstown Masonic Lodge #165 are ready to make your nightmares come to life in their maze of hallways! Admission is $15 per person or $12 at the door with a non-perishable food donation.

Registration is now open for the Sterbenz “Miles of Smiles,” a 5K run and 1K walk/roll/stroll to benefit Abilities of Northwest Jersey, Inc. Open to the public, this event will take place at the Warren Community College in Washington.

Enjoy a full day of creative learning. Select one 3 hour workshop to attend in the morning and one 3 hour workshop to attend in the afternoon. Includes continental breakfast and lunch catered by Lost Ladies Café.

Get a bird's eye view of Alba's beautiful estate vineyard and the Delaware River with Platinum Helicopters for a fall foliage helicopter ride.

Create a beautiful masterpiece using dried flowers from Well- Sweep. This completed crescent moon swag will measure 15” x 5” and all materials will be supplied with your choice of colors and textures.

Reservations are required. $47pp.

Grab your friends and unleash your inner artist as you're guided through a step-by-step process for this masterpiece. No experience necessary!

No experience necessary! Carrie makes painting easy and fun! Only 20 seats available, don't wait! $65 includes all art supplies, instructions, and a custom made canvas print of your pet. The canvas provided will be made from one of your favorite images of your pet, single pet picture only.

Try your hand at a one day class with Sammie of Glassie Studio.

$200 pp

Prime Suspect’s Sip N’ Solves are designed for CSI aficionados and are much cooler than your typical murder mystery parties. Spend an evening with scientists listening to true stories of forensics in action and perfecting authentic forensic techniques.

Live and in person at Perona Farms, the Foodshed Alliance is hosting their gala with more than 15 tasting stations with food prepared by the region’s best chefs, open bar with local wine, craft beer, hard cider tastings and live music.

This is a free family event taking place in Pocket Park, Downtown Borough. Come in costume and enjoy food, a Mariachi band, fire pit and face painting.

Daniel Hall Kuhn brings Edgar Allan Poe to life with his show at the Kutz Theatre. This multi-disciplinary immersive show brings six stories and poems by Poe, including The Raven, Tell Tale Heart and Annabel Lee to life in a way you will never forget!

In partnership with Mars Wrigley Confectioners, Atlantic Health Systems, Hackettstown BID and the Hackettstown Police Department are happy to announce the 10th Halloween Parade. There will be prizes for the best costume in each group.

Come out to Angry Dad's for food, Trunk or Treat, vendors and more.

Warren County Habitat for Humanity is hosting its 2nd annual Fall Fest to raise money for a veteran build. Tickets are $17 and include music, corn maze, pedal carts, 20+ games and activities, hay rides and the sunflower trail! 

Put on your lederhosen and join in a German-filled night of food, music, and wine! All your favorite tunes provided by accordionist Eric Kerssen to enjoy with all your favorites from Alpine Meats in Blairstown, specializing in authentic German foods.

Get dressed up and into the Spirit of Halloween!

Bob Best, a Hackettstown native, is a wonderful storyteller who will be giving a presentation on the history of Hackettstown. Hosted by Hackettstown Historical Society, this is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided.

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.

Exhibits at the Warren Heritage Museum located at Bread Lock Park tell the story of the valley now bisected by Route 57, also known as the Warren Heritage Scenic Byway, as well as the people who lived and worked

Meg from Crafters Corner LLC is back for another awesome paint & sip with an adorable Winter Gnome. Each participant with be guided through creating their very own work of art.

Light snacks are always provided. BYOB is welcome.

Rescheduled from October 2023, Pennsylvania natives Quentin Fisher, Michael Johnson, Steve Leonard, Shane McGeehan, and Maryland-born state champion fiddler, Katelynn Casper honor the deep rooted traditions of Bluegrass music while demonstrating a unique contemporary vision through Serene Green’s

Join Buck Hill for another wild game dinner which includes a five course meal with Buck Hill's Beer pairing. $110/person, plus tax and gratuity.

Call to make reservations, 908-854-5300

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.

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.

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!

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.

Cheryl Karcher of Hilltop Herbals will discuss the benefits of herbal teas and how botanical abundance supports well-being during high summer by virtue of their cooling therapeutic properties.

Enjoy iced herbal tea while learning to blend your perfect summer sip and take home a sample.