Celebrate Labor Day weekend with our salute to a great summer!
Self-Guided Wine Flights priced at $22, $28, and $34 per person, 21+ - includes cover for music.
A Breath of Fresh Air September 2023
“Apples, peaches, pumpkin pie/Soon your love will be all mine.” - Jay & The Techniques
Hello, September! A bridge between summer and fall, the upcoming month can accommodate those who are sad to see summer go as well as those clamoring for pumpkin spice everything and crisp autumn air. (You know who you are.) We like this photo from Donaldson Farms, as a nod to the emerging apple season (and Apple Harvest Weekends) as well as a salute to the red, white and blue in honor of Labor Day.
We searched the far reaches of the internet and packed in as much as we could find into this issue. As usual, the fun never stops in Warren County, so without further delay, Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Come enjoy a weekend of free informative lectures, presentations, spectacular garden tours, handmade artisan market and live music by Rupert and Scheetz, with their soulful blend of bluegrass and Americanas. Browse for fall perennials and shop in Well-Sweep's Craft & Farmers’ Market!
Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, and of course your 4 - legged family members as we party together and say goodbye to the summer of 2023.
Pack a picnic and come experience nature at its best!
Enjoy live music with multiple artists from noon through 6pm, food truck (Humpty Jr's) on site, and wine available by the glass and bottle. And back by popular demand, Red, White, and "Blue" wine slushies!
12 - 2:30pm - Lauren Christine
3 - 5:30pm - SAGE
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.
Join the Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee (PVTC) for a group hike at Footbridge Park in Blairstown, NJ. The PVTC, a Friends Organization of the Kittatinny Valley State Park, will host the hike. The length of the hike will be 4-5 miles. The trail is cinder-based which provides
Get to the Draught House this Thursday for Sick Star Nation, an acoustic high energy cover band.
Harry and Bob Noble with a contingent of friends and fellow musicians bring a mélange of folk, classic rock and bluegrass to the concert series. The brothers are the third generation of their family to entertain around Warren County and its environs.
Head over to Belvidere's Community Center for a special presentation by Ray Tobaygo on the Lenape nation. The presentation will include exhibit of artifacts, drawings, maps and demonstrations.
Genesis Farm welcomes everyone to participate in a seed saving workshop collecting seed from the field for use in the 2024 season, processing kale seed, and tomato seed to name a few. Leave with enthusiasm and confidence to practice seed saving on your own.
Apple picking, food, country line dancing, and more! James on Main will serve their award-winning BBQ each day from 11am to 4pm (hours subject to change) and Czig Meister Brewing Company will sell and sample their local craft beers and hard Czeltzers from 12pm until closing.
Looking for your new best friend? Mohican Farms is hosting Treasure's Hope Pet Adoption for a day of fun, music, food and of course cute animals! There will be vendors selling lots of fun stuff!! So don't miss this fun filled day.
Warren County ARTS presents a workshop on Eco Printing led by Claire Rohloff at The Oxford Municipal Gallery, 11 Green Street, Oxford.
Funding made possible in part by WCC&H Division.
SOLD OUT OCTOBER 22 This thrillingly epic event, Murder Mystery Dinner at Four Sisters Winery, will be one that you won't want to miss! This is an interactive dinner that begs the question can you identify the perpetrator?
This moderately difficult 5.5 mile out-and-back along the yellow and blue trails features sweeping panoramic views of the Highlands and Kittatinny Mountains, including a distant view of the Delaware Water Gap and a casual walk along the banks of Ghost Pond.
Northwest Jersey's largest street and music festival will keep the excited vibe of summer going in Downtown Washington, with live music, vendors, kid's fun area, food trucks and more!
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.
Delaware River Railroad Excursions presents Dino Days. Take a ride back to the Jurassic Period and discover the magic of dinosaurs at The Susquehanna Mining Company. While on-site, pan for real fossils at the mine and marvel at the history of the Susquehanna Mining Company.
Aromatherapist Valentina Killough will demonstrate easy and effective ways to reduce stress, boost mood, promote restful sleep, and help balance our nervous systems. She will provide one minute or less techniques to work aromatherapy into your daily life.
Get ready for fall y'all by creating a glass decor craft. Cost is $10. RSVP to Annette.beam@warrenhabitat.org
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.
Mums, kale, cabbage, grasses, asters, rudbeckia & all the stunning fall colors are waiting for you to create an Autumn planter. It's the perfect event for families & friends.
Bring your own basket or use on of our fall bushels!
Registration is required.
Join Chris Severn on a thrilling artistic journey in oil painting with over seven dynamic sessions. Dive into a treasure trove of techniques, from fan brushes conjuring emotions in clouds to the transformative magic of palette knives.
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!
Learn about your woods from experts in ecology in a supportive environment. We’ll explore ecology, forest stewardship, preservation, landscaping with native plants & more. Other activities include forest walks, a campfire and mindfulness exercises.
"Celebrating 171 years of Railroad." The first railroad to arrive in Phillipsburg was the Central Railroad of New Jersey (CNJ) which opened on July 2, 1852.
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.
This is a full afternoon event complete with pre-harvest blessing of the grapes, a tour to see how wine is made, traditional Italian music by Lou Pompilio, dance the tarantella, learn some useful Italian phrases and eat appetizers and tiramisu.
Price in advance: $25 - $15 kids over 10
Infloressense welcomes Danielia Cotton whose music is a blend of rock, blues, and soul, and her powerful vocals have been compared to those of Janis Joplin and Tina Turner.
Centenary Stage Company's annual Curtain Up! Gala kicks off the 2023-2024 season with a concert by The Company Men. As a nationally recognized pop vocal group, this modern day Rat Pack is unlike any other four-man vocal group touring today.
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!
Come out to enjoy the meadow trail at Wild Ridge Plants' during the fall open house.
Calling all kids! Make a fall craft at WC Habitat for Humanity Community Center. RSVP to Annette.beam@warrenhabitat.org
Join Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff as they explore the local trails at night. Come for an easy hike up the mountain to start, take a seat at McDowells Pond to see what wildlife comes out.
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.
Enjoy the outdoors with small guided hikes, boating, vendors and complimentary BBQ going through the day. A live band will be performing from 3-5pm.
Suggested donation is $20/group.
If you are interested in overnight accommodations, please call AMC reservations at 603-466-2727.
Enjoy a sumptuous five-course dinner followed by a sinfully decadent dessert. Bring your favorite bottle of wine to enjoy with your dinner.
Featuring Alison Bolshoi, Andrea Bickford, Kevin Patrick, Mathew Tartza, Devony Smith and Jeremy Brauner singing arias, scenes, Italian art songs and German lieder, with the illustrious William Hobbs at the piano.
“Worldbeat” is a fusion of western pop and rock music with international indigenous instruments and influences.
When riding the Great Pumpkin Train, every child will be able to pick their own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. $20/adult; $14/child. Trips leave 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm.
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.
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.
Get to the Draught House this Thursday for Sick Star Nation, an acoustic high energy cover band.
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.
Enjoy a sumptuous five-course dinner followed by a sinfully decadent dessert. Bring your favorite bottle of wine to enjoy with your dinner.
Enjoy a sumptuous five-course dinner followed by a sinfully decadent dessert. Bring your favorite bottle of wine to enjoy with your dinner.
Explore the trails with the staff from the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center as they lead you out on one of the three trails on the property and explore what signs of spring nature has for us to see.
Join Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff as they explore the local trails at night. Come for an easy hike up the mountain to start, take a seat at McDowells Pond to see what wildlife comes out.
Jesse Bardwell joins The Noble Brothers for a night of rock, folk, bluegrass and more at The Arts at St. Luke's.
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.
Debuting at St. Luke's this year is Jeff Scalia on vocals and guitar and Tony Sky on harmonica.
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!
The Arts at St. Luke's presents two of Northern New Jersey's most noted performers, Grover Kemble and Elaine Silver, take the stage.
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.
Continuing
Barnyard Buddies is a program that was designed for kids ages 2-8 who have an interest in farm life and love the outdoors.
Relax and enjoy outdoor dining and live music while surrounded by the stunning views of Donaldson's. James on Main and Czig Meister Brewing Company will be on site as well.
Dinner/food schedule - 5pm-8:30pm, Music 6pm-9pm. Admission tickets are required for guests to attend the event.
Evening music at Alba, Fridays and Saturdays 6-8:30pm.
Come out to Brook Hollow for weekly music in September! Wine by the bottle and glass will be available, tastings will conclude by 5:30pm. $3 off pitchers of slushies $2 off wine by the bottle $1 off wine by the glass.
Panther Pub contiues with tunes Friday and Sunday nights!
Fridays
Alba has great music all summer, Saturdays 1-4:30pm and Sundays 1:30-5pm.
Little Ridge is back every weekend with live music.
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 10:30 PM, weather permitting.
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 29. Arrive by 9:30am and rides leave at 10am sharp.
Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 19th 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.
Shappell Park will be rocking this summer with their 2023 concert series!
Line Up
Sept. 7 - Dr. Dick
Sept. 14 - Total Soul
Sept. 21 - DMC Duo
Sept. 28 - Castaway Band
Enjoy food, music, door prizes and People's Choice awards for nice rides in beautiful Blairstown.
There will be a $20 seasonal registration fee to benefit out H.E.A.R.T. of A Legend Scholarship.
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.
Four Sisters is hosting a classic car show every 3rd Friday of the month featuring classic cars, wine and music. Those entering a car will enjoy free food, free wine and 50% off other purchases for guests riding along.
Enjoy free live music at the community center every third Friday this summer. Bring chairs, blankets and snacks.
Free to attend and weather dependent (check social media for cancellations). Plan your summer entertainment and your fav Invertase brews!!
Come out to Brook Hollow for weekly music in October! Wine by the bottle and glass will be available, tastings will conclude by 5:30pm. $3 off pitchers of slushies $2 off wine by the bottle $1 off wine by the glass.
Little Ridge is back every weekend with live music.
October 1 Dave Read
October 7 Scott & Mac Paige Duo
October 8 Alan Wilcockson
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 10:30 PM, weather permitting.
Come out to Brook Hollow for weekly music in October! Wine by the bottle and glass will be available, tastings will conclude by 5:30pm. $3 off pitchers of slushies $2 off wine by the bottle $1 off wine by the glass.
Little Ridge has live music in November.
Nov. 4 - Jeni Hackett
Nov. 11 - Frank Mondillo
Nov. 18 - Peter Amadeo
Hang out with Brass Rail for tunes every weekend!
Nov.4 - Truth and Soul
Nov. 10 - Jimmy and the Parrots Duo
Nov. 11 - Lou Pinola
Nov. 17 - Zaire
Nov. 25 - Pittstown Road
Come out to Brook Hollow for weekly music, wine by the bottle and glass will be available, tastings will conclude by 5:30pm. $3 off pitchers of slushies $2 off wine by the bottle $1 off wine by the glass.
Little Ridge has live music in December.
December 2 - Jeff Bellfy
December 9 - Walt Kosar
December 16 - Jeni Hackett
Panther Pub continues with tunes Friday February tunes featuring the Maribyrd Duo 2/2; Michael Long 2/9; Sue and Dave 2/16; Zach and Cat 2/23 and a special Valentine's Day treat with Tea Envy 2/14.
Hang out with Brass Rail for tunes every weekend!
Feb. 2 - Naked Jake
Feb. 3 - Gear Box
Feb. 17 - Razz Brothers
Feb. 23 - Three Dudes with Glasses
Feb. 24 - Pittstown Road
Little Ridge has live music in March.
March 2: Frank Mondillo
March 9: Dave Read
March 16: Peter Amadeo
March 23: Scott Messina
Panther Pub continues with tunes on Fridays in March and a couple of Sundays, especially St. Patrick's Day! Artists featured will be :
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
Barnyard Buddies is a program that was designed for kids ages 2-8 who have an interest in farm life and love the outdoors.
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.
Barnyard Buddies is a program that was designed for kids ages 2-8 who have an interest in farm life and love the outdoors.
Barnyard Buddies is a program that was designed for kids ages 2-8 who have an interest in farm life and love the outdoors.
Community Corner
September is a great time to come out to the 16th annual Blairstown Farmers Market. 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.
Opening May 7 is Hackettstown own farmers' market! Every Sunday until Oct. 29 from 9:30am - 1pm, vendors include local farmers like Kimballs, cottage food makers, artisans, craftsman, bakers like Coots Kitchen, and bread makers Down to Earth Breads, Jersey Pickels and RuxiTirisi Designs.
Phillipsburg's first open air market will have their Grand Opening June 18 with a garland cutting. There will be vendors, baked goods, farms and artisans.
Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy. In addition to the above, it is recommended you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
Check the website for specific location closer to the volunteer day.
Benefiting the Oxford Public library and featuring Ryan and Hi Entertainment comes a night of line dancing. $10 donation is suggested and food will be available for purchase.
The Blairstown Town Wide Yard Sale will be hosted by the Blairstown Elementary School PTG and sponsored by Re/Max Ridge this year. Declutter your home while supporting our local elementary school!
Lopatcong residents are welcome to bring their paper to the township pool parking lot for a shred day.
Reserve your BBQ pulled pork sandwich diner to benefit the Hackettstown First Aid and Rescue Squad. Sponsered by Hackettstown First Presbyterian Church, diners come complete with a BBQ sandwich, homemade Mac & Cheese, coleslaw, bacon baked beans, and a dessert.
September is a great time to come out to the 16th annual Blairstown Farmers Market. Come see your favorite local farmers, food producers and vendors at the Blairstown Farmers Market!
Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at Dark Moon Preserve for some tree planting. It is recommended you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
The Phillipsburg Farmers Market is a producer-only market that features fresh, high-quality produce and meats. Plus, local artisan baked goods, plants, pickles, flowers, plant proteins, healthy meals to take home as well as hot prepared foods and beverages.