Scott Mazzella, award-winning author of Surviving Sandy: Long Beach Island and the Greatest Storm of the Jersey Shore, will talk about his book and experiences while capturing this epic storm. Copies of his book will be available for sale.
Starting April 18, 2018
"In the Spring, I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours." - Mark Twain
Usually, we like to start our weekly Wanderings with a lovely photo of some beautiful Warren County scenery, encouraging you to get outdoors and enjoy our bucolic backyard here in the garden spot of the Garden State. But these times are anything but usual, and Mr. Twain's quote has never been more apt. So instead of looking outdoors, we'll encourage you to stay indoors! Head for the Kutz Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center in Hackettstown to catch one of the final performances of the fantastic world premiere play Hitler's Tasters, pictured here. Details are below. Or maybe take in one of this weekend's concert offerings, like Jason Eady at Roy's Hall or Tony DeSare at Rutherfurd Hall. Still, there's a chance it could brighten up by the weekend, so read on for more indoor and outdoor options, including Earth Day events, a food truck and wine festival, a farm open house, and so much more! Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Centenary Stage Company presents a Women Playwrights Series: Havana Orthodoxy by Vita Morales. A harrowing story of courage and commitment by one family embroiled in the political turmoil of 1950s Cuba. Inspired by a true story. Donation of $5 for each ticket.
Want a day of golf and beer? Then this is the event for you! Sample beers from around the world at every hole on the golf course. ID is required to attend. $155 per player which includes greens & cart fees, range balls, entry to all on course contests, lunch, dinner & beer tastings.
Come by Brook Hollow to listen to Gordon Thomas Ward and enjoy their baked potato bar with all the fixings for just $5. They will also be in their new facility across the street! Wine is available for purchase by the bottle or glass at retail value.
Grover Kemble and Bob Marks are versatile musicians that have the ability to play almost anything. Enjoy dinner and some music at this beautiful and historic venue.
On his last two albums, Jason Eady earned major acclaim for his ahead-of-the- curve take on classic country, a bold departure from his earlier excursions into blues-infused Americana.
DJ Dave will be at Buck Hill playing Top 40 Dance and Retro Hits. Enjoy a evening of music, beer and fun!
Original music with folk sensibility, driving funk, and soulful harmonies.
The Phillipsburg Railroad Historians will have its first Open House of 2018 on Saturday, April 21 from 10am to 4pm.
Join the Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee (PVTC) for a hike at the White Lake Route 521 parking area. The hike will be on White Lake Trail. 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.
Rain or shine, come to Centenary for a day full of fun in appreciation of Earth Day! There will be bird watching at 8am, kid-friendly games, arts, crafts, and activities.
Do you have a special event coming up and need some delicious food? Learn about ShopRite's catering for your spring showers, holidays, festivals, communions, graduation gatherings and everything in between! See what’s happening at our ShopRite Kitchen® Catering Expo.
It's a Pizza Party at the Winery! Enjoy your choice of pizza (onion, pepperoni or peppers) along with your favorite glass of wine. Price is $12 per person which includes a glass of wine and wine tasting.
Wine and cheese anyone? Villa Milagro will have French cheeses to pair with their European style wines. Bring your girlfriends for a fun afternoon. $10 admission includes wine and cheese pairing along with a gift glass to keep.
Spend the day at Alba and welcome Spring in their picturesque estate vineyard while enjoying a wine tasting, music by The BC Combo, and food trucks! Admission includes entrance to the event, parking, and music.
Here’s an event you can participate in to help protect the environment and make the planet a better place to live!
Check out Asbury Village Farm and find out if a CSA share is right for you! Enjoy a farm tour, potluck picnic lunch, and fun things for kids to do.
Tour this Georgian-style manor, constructed of local stone, with two foot thick stone walls and three immense chimneys, and learn about Warren County's early iron industry and the people who worked in it.
Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!
Now that the warmer weather is approaching, you may be looking for something to do with family and friends for free.
This band is top notch and is the closest thing you will get to seeing the Piano Man himself!
Did you get engaged or planning on getting engaged? Come to the Brook Hollow Winery to see what vendors have for the bride and groom.
Kate and Paul have covered a diversity of musical genres, from pop, and progressive rock to rhythm & blues, country and folk-rock. Enjoy the music and some delicious wine.
Tony DeSare performs with infectious joy, wry playfulness and robust musicality. Named a Rising Star Male Vocalist in Downbeat magazine, DeSare has lived up to this distinction by winning critical and popular acclaim for his concert performances throughout North America and abroad.
Join a pair of up-and-coming psychic mediums for an afternoon of messages from the Other Side! Mediums certified by the MontClair Metaphysical Center will channel departed loved ones in a gallery setting.
Continuing
Inspired by the true story. Three times a day, every day, a group of young women have the opportunity to die for their country. They are Adolph Hitler's food tasters. And what do girls discuss as they wait to see if they will live through another meal?
Beginning in April, RVC will offer a free weekly youth fishing program known as “Hooked on Fishing not on Drugs (HOFNOD)”. This community program offered to students, ages 12-15yrs old, will run 4/10 - 6/14 (Spring Session) and 6/19- 8/30 (Summer Session), every Tuesday and Thursday, 3-5:30pm.
Come out to Bea McNally's for a fun night with DJ Nappz!
Every Friday, come to Kathy's Kove to sing your heart out! Bring your instrument, voice, poetry, story or written word. They have the mic and amp.
Relax and unwind with some tapas, delicious drinks and some smooth sounds, featuring Live Jazz Saturdays 9:30-11:30pm.
Live Acoustic Music every Sunday! Enjoy some coffee, food and music.
Begin Your Journey to a Better Life! Yoga Class with Delia for beginners starts at 4pm and Advanced Beginner/Intermediate 5:15-6:30pm. $91 for 7-week session or $16 per session.
You’re invited to join your in-store Dietitian Carly’s Free 4-week Weight Management Series! All classes include nutrition education and sampling. Carly will lead the group in discussing new topics to create lasting changes that you can stick with to meet your dietary goals.
Open Mic Night is available to single or duo acoustic players and vocalists. No amps, drums or bands allowed. Check their website for more details.
Community Corner
Leave the cooking to us! Join us for a delicious pasta dinner to benefit the Pet Adoption League and to help pets like Polly, pictured here, find a forever home. 100% of the proceeds go towards helping homeless animals in our area – we are your Hometown Rescue.
You are invited to join Warren County Habitat for Humanity’s continuing effort to build dreams for area families in need.
Centenary University concludes its Spring Authors Series with author Maryann McFadden discussing her new book about the 1886 Tillie Smith murder.
Plan Ahead
In-store Dietitian Carly hosts an interactive cooking class for Adults. You will be cooking oven-fried chicken, brownie batter dessert hummus, and hot spinach and kale dip.
Rutherfurd Hall introduces a Meditation Class with, Jean Marie of Fostering the Journey. This class will invite peace and wellness to your life. Brief lesson, silent meditation, and Q&A. $15 per class. $39 for 3 classes prepaid.
Centenary Stage Company presents a Women Playwrights Series: Another Revolution by Jacqueline Bircher. It is 1968. From opposing disciplines, Kate- an ecologist, and Henry- a physicist, are forced to share a lab in the midst of a campus devolving into political chaos of the time.
Join Rutherfurd Hall for a kids night full of creativity & inspiration! Kids will learn how to paint this Spring inspired flowery birdhouse with Miss Jenna. All children 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. All ages are welcome.
Calling aspiring artists and wine lovers! This month you are going to paint this lovely rustic cottage windowsill. All supplies are included. You will be guided by a professional artist while you learn about color mixing, drawing & perspective while getting a little art therapy.
Get ready to laugh with Rich Vos and Jim Florentine at Buck Hill Brewery! Doors open at 6pm and the show starts at 8pm. $35 per person with a $25 minimum food and drink purchase. Call 908-854-5300 to make your reservations.
Tony Award-winning writing team, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty's, first produced show, Lucky Stiff, premiered Off-Broadway at Playwrights Horizons.
The murders continue at Four Sisters Winery! It's just for fun during our Murder Mystery Dinners. The event begins with a formal wine tasting, followed by a delicious dinner of baked ziti, meatballs, garden salad, bread & dessert.
Please join Kathy's Kove for a monthly Cultural Fund Raiser dinner for Ghana 4E. Ghana 4E is a non profit organization working with students in Ghana, Africa.
Support The Youth Center in Glen Gardner and have a fun night out! Come make a terrarium and have a night out with wine, beverages and light dinner fare. Doors open at 6pm for dinner and create your terrarium from 7pm-9pm.
Anna and George are back for another paint and sip, with a spin at Brook Hollow Winery. Create your ultimate vacation scene on a wood pallet and add a saying that ties it all together.....life's a beach...... seas the day..... paradise found.
Join Brook Hollow for their first Country Square Dancing night.
The famous Uncle Floyd comes to the Inn at Millrace Pond. You'll laugh your sock off! $20 per person or $15 per person with a dinner reservation. Call 908-459-4884 and reserve your spot today.
Mesmerizing audiences since 2007, Damn The Torpedoes offer a complete Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers concert experience.
Come to OK4WD for their Spring 4x4 Tour! This is a family friendly event. Cost is $60 per vehicle. Register now. On Saturday from 10am-2pm there will be seminars and a raffle at 1pm.
Join the Washington BID for a full day of art work galore, music, kids activities and demonstrations. Music by Grover Kemble and Michaela McClain. Cash prizes awarded to top artists! Location in on East Washington Avenue/Route 57, Downtown Washington.There is no charge to attend the event.
Join Ridge and Valley Conservancy at White Lake Natural Resource Area for Trail Clean Up Day. Bring your own gloves, wear long pants and good walking shoes. Everyone will need to meet at the White Lake Barn parking lot.
Visit this farmstead, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, to imagine what life was like in a bygone era.
All-you-can-eat Family Style Roast Beef Dinner with assorted desserts. Call ahead and leave message to reserve tickets, or buy them at the door. $15/adult; $14/Senior and take-out; $8/child age 6-12; free for kids age 5 and younger. 908-453-2301.
Northwest District Elks MC May You Rest In Peace Poker Run will run rain or shine. Registration is from 9am to 11am. Donation is $20 per person and walk-ins are welcome. There will be food, beverages and prizes. Also, live Entertainment by Sick Star Nation.