After the collapse of civilization, a group of survivors share a campfire and begin to piece together the plot of The Simpsons episode “Cape Feare” entirely from memory.
Peek-A-BOOOO!
"I like to say I believe in ghosts so I don't get haunted by one." - Ella Henderson, English singer/songwriter
Whether you believe in ghosts or not, this issue has a healthy dose of the spooky and spiritual, with some horror (the fun kind!) mixed in. The black cat in the photo - taken in Belvidere recently - knows all about it! So much so, we created a dedicate Halloween page to complement the listings below, and Dia De Los Muertas comes early this year to Washington Borough.
Blairstown – always a fun and interesting place to visit – shines especially bright this time of year, with its Fall Festival (including bed races!), Camp Crystal Lake Tours, and opportunities to meet up with Jason at the Blairstown Diner!
History fans should note the upcoming Pohatcong Historic House Tour and Explore Warren History Trail, which includes Civil War Day at Shippen Manor.
As always, there’s too much to mention in the opening, so scroll on! Happy History, Happy Halloween, and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Learn how you can help animals by respecting their environment and how making small changes in daily life that can extend to habitats that seem a world away. Everyone will have the opportunity to truly connect with the animals in this program as you may safely touch the animals where instru
Spiritualism is based on the belief that the spirits of the dead exist, and have the ability and willingness to communicate with the living.
Do the time warp again with Czig Meister & Cosmic Light Cabaret for another night of Rocky Horror, right under Czig's biergarten tent!
Visit the OK4WD shop for a morning full of trucks, jeeps, overland rigs, classics, customs, and anything cool with a motor! All vehicles are welcome! Enjoy FREE coffee, food trucks, and off-road demonstrations by NORA 4x4 off-road school!
Visit select houses and have a fantastic day exploring the countryside! Travel at your own pace on this self-guided tour.
A hands-on class to prepare some of clinical herbalist Kerry Adams’ favorite recipes for fall and winter support.
Free admission to this day of treasure hunting among a blend of artisans and antique vendors, indoors and out, utilizing a large historic barn and the natural riverside amphitheater at Ramsaysburg Historic Homestead. Food truck will be on site. Due to last week's weather forecast, this event is occurring a week later than originally scheduled.
The BEC has revived this cherished tradition, bringing the community together for a fun and festive day, raising funds for village district, and other projects to benefit the community. Local crafters/vendors, food trucks, live music, a pumpkin pavilion (paint a pumpkin provided by Race Farms) and new to this year a scarecrow and carved pumpkin contest! Attendance and parking are FREE!
Get your picture with the man! Visit the Iconic Blairstown Diner and join him for a milkshake.
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.
Richard Stillman is back to celebrate Oktoberfest with music played on accordion, guitar & banjo!
Experience a delicious farm-fresh dinner and views of growing fruit in the rolling Warren County hills that is home to Treelicious Orchards. Includes appetizer and variety of desserts. BYOB.
Old Greenwich Presbyterian Church presents the 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off to benefit Family Promise of Warren County.
Cost is $15 for adults and $5 for children, while ages 5 and under and admitted free of charge. The event includes a blind tasting/judging by all in attendance.
This family-friendly street festival - postponed by one week due to the weather - will feature an exciting mix of gourmet food trucks, artisan and craft vendors, live acoustic music, and kids' activities—all set against the charming backdrop of Belvidere’s historic business district. Stroll through Greenwich, Mill, Water, and Front Streets to discover handcrafted goods, enjoy delicious bites from local and regional food trucks, and take in the sounds of live music at two performance areas.
Celebrate with a traditional Mariachi Band, sugar skull face painting, vendors, sending a message to your deceased loved ones in the fire pit and a select number of vendors.
This is a free event.
Celebrate Ridge and Valley Conservancy's land preservation stewardship accomplishments with a special event at Brook Hollow Winery. Experieince gourmet plant-based dining by Green Cart Catering and a selection of beer and wine.
Visit with storyteller Henry Skirbst for a night of frightful stories between 7 and 8pm. Make your reservation by emailing historialcomm@aol.com
Adapted from Mary Shelley’s groundbreaking novel, Frankenstein is the haunting tale of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant young scientist driven by an obsession to unlock the secrets of life itself. When his creation comes alive, Victor is horrified by the consequences of his ambition.
Presented by the Phillipsburg Police department comes activities like scarecrow making, mummy wrap, donut eating contest, trick or treating, free hot dogs and more! Other attractions include the Delaware River Railroad Excursions and the PU Tower open at 9am.
Blairstown's Blue Bird Antiques is getting in the fall mood with a harvest festival including over 15 vendors, face painting, baked goods, free popcorn, crafts and more.
The Evening Star Quilter's Guild presents A HARVEST OF QUILTS at Belvidere High School.
Alba invites you to a dinner under a canopy of autumn stars for an unforgettable open-fire dining experience. Guest Chef Anthony Bucco of Landmark Hospitality and Chef Hunter Stagg of Reverie Kitchen will collaborate on a seasonal feast prepared over live Argentinian wood-fired grills.
Psychic Medium Silvia Rossi always delivers a powerful experience. This gallery-style group reading offers the chance to connect with loved ones in spirit.
Explore Shippen Manor, Blair's Town, Oxford Furnace, the Morris Canal and many more historic sites throughout Warren County. This is a free self-guided, county-wide driving tour, where you can visit one or multiple sites at your own pace each day. Sites in the county's northern region will be hosting visitors on Saturday, 11/1; and the southern destinations will be open on Sunday, 11/2. Each site will have a docent on hand to convey the history of the location, and some sites will host demonstrations and festival activities.
November starts off with beautiful music at the Arts at St. Luke’s, with Russ Rentler bringing his original music to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Hope. The multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter performs music steeped in the Appalachian tradition.
Get your picture with Jason. And if you're inclined, show up in costume and get your full size candy bar!
Santa Jason is coming to town for a photo session at the Blairstown Diner.
Entertainment
The distillery is open and jammin' with live music.
Oct 16. - Jon Zayle
Oct. 17 - DJ Alyssa
Oct. 19 - Mike Lawlor Duo
Oct. 25 - Ciro Patti Jr. solo
Nov. 1 - Jeiris Cook
Nov. 2 - Gabby Toledo
Nov. 15 - Mingo Lodge Duo
Villa Milagro offers music under the pergola each Saturday. $15 cover includes a wine tasting along with great music acts.
Oct. 18 - Joe Izen
Oct. 19 - The Grey Man Group
Oct. 25 - Sonia Weimann
Brook Hollow never stops with the live music! Enjoy weekend music. Wine will be available by glass or bottle purchase.
Oct 3 - Rich Ortiz
Oct 4 - Ally Brown
Oct 5 - Elizabeth Gillen
Oct 10 - OPEN MIC NIGHT
Oct 11 - Lee Larson
Tiptons will be rockin' in October!
October 3 - Jimmy & the Parrots Duo
October 4 - Radio One
October 10 - George Grillo & Chris Condel
October 17 - Bottlecaps
October 18 - Bobby Clark
October 24 - Stevie Vicks
The distillery is open and jammin' with live music.
Nov. 15 - Mingo Lodge Duo
The distillery is open and jammin' with live music.
Nov. 26 - DJ Alyssa - Night Before Feast
Nov. 29 - Ciro Patti, Jr. solo
Nov. 30 - The Masons - Rockin' Around the Holiday!
The distillery is open and jammin' with live music.
Continuing
Mackey's Orchard presents a weekend in the beer garden, featuring Magnify Brewing. Live music, apple picking, food truck and yard games will also be available. Must be 21+ to enter.
Celebrate the fall season with family fun for all ages at Vonthun's Fall Festival Weekends, running September 13 - November 2.
Fall is the perfect time to visit Donaldson Farms to enjoy apple and pumpkin picking and corn maze, hayrides, corn cannon, fresh-cooked food, apple cider samples, and more. There is no entry fee as activities and food priced individually. PYO activities are priced by the pound.
When riding the Great Pumpkin Train, every child will be able to pick their own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. Trips leave 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm.
Fall Fest kicks off with hayrides, pumpkin and apple picking, cow train, bounce pillow, giant slide, playground area, apple cider donuts, grilled corn, ice cream, pumpkin launching and more! Running weekends through October 26 (plus Columbus Day - Monday, Oct.
Indulge in a memorable day filled with wine, food, and the fun of barefoot grape stomping at Four Sisters Winery. Cost is $51.58/person + tax, which includes a formal wine tasting, a delicious dinner with dessert, and concludes with a tasting of specialty dessert wine.
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.
WC ARTS presents a new exhibit, "Shadows" at the Oxford Municipal building through January 2026. Artists can fill out an entry form due by September 27.
Artists reception is October 24 from 2-4pm.
Join Scott for a fun-filled afternoon of mozzarella-making and wine tasting! You'll learn the art of crafting fresh mozzarella balls to take home, all while enjoying a wine tasting featuring Four Sisters' finest selections.
You are invited to unwind and indulge in Delightful Bakery's signature Afternoon Tea experience every Thursday from 11am-2pm. Enjoy a charming selection of tea sandwiches, sweets, salad or quiche, scones, with clotted cream and jam, along with your choice of tea.
An immersive murder mystery experience that promises an evening of excitement and entertainment. Begin with an indulgent wine tasting featuring a selection of 8 exquisite wines, followed by a Chicken Parmigiana dinner with pasta, salad, bread and dessert.
An immersive murder mystery experience that promises an evening of excitement and entertainment.
Community Corner
Be an agent of change volunteering with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at one of its many perseves. It is recommended you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
Dig your hands in some beautiful soil and lend a helping hand to Genesis Farm's hard-working farmers to bring in the harvest. Decorate a squash with the kids and get a sneak preview of the hearty veggies in the winter shares.
Blairstown residents, drop off your confidential papers to be shredded by Absolute Shredding. Limit 2 20lb. boxes per person. Open until the mobile unit is full.
Taking place at Belvidere Manor comes a fundraiser for Common Sense for Animals. An admission of $25 gets you 3 sheets of Level 1, 2 sheets of Level 2, 1 sheet of Level 3 and a door prize ticket.
Do you know someone that needs their HS Diploma? NJYC offers an alternative pathway to education through service to the community while earning up to $1,900 in stipends and incentives over the 16 week program. NJYC is currently recruiting for its upcoming class starting in November.
Be an agent of change volunteering with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at one of its many perseves. It is recommended you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
Nov. 8 - Shuster Pond Preserve
Dec. 4 - Muckshaw Pond Preserve