Whether you’re a novice in the kitchen or a master of the culinary arts, you’ll be sure to enjoy this interactive Culinary Workshop class experience Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Carly Sopko. For ages 16 and up the cost is $20/person.
Starting April 24, 2019
History is not a burden on the memory but an illumination of the soul. - John Dalberg-Acton (1843-1902), English historian, politician, and writer
History comes alive at the Van Nest-Hoff-Vannatta Farmstead, pictured here, during their Spring Open House this Saturday. Plus it's a sweet and crafty day in Washington Borough, you can check out a big barbecue competition, enjoy music, comedy, cinema and art, learn more about outdoor activities, or even hike with a very smart dog! It's all here when you wander in Warren County, so get out there, and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Hang outside; listen to Christian Gratz on acoustic guitar while eating some delicious Italian food!
The laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton, who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that, although the residents seem nice, it's clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood.
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. Dinner this month is a spaghetti dinner including pasta, meatballs, sausage, salad, ricotta cheesecake and beverage.
Sip wine and enjoy live music in a casual atmosphere. Wine is available for purchase by the bottle or glass at retail value. Their Friday Night Deal is bigger, better, and more delicious! $10 half rack of ribs, garlic cheddar mashed potatoes, and mixed veggies.
Rock Creek Tavern welcomes Dreamline, the best Rush tribute band around! Reservations are recommended.
The Music Of The Band show has been performed by Professor Louie & The Crowmatix since 2000 and continues today at many of the best festivals, theaters and clubs throughout The USA, Canada and Europe. The songs are steeped in the fabric of the Rock n Roll, Blues, and American Roots Music.
This nationally sanctioned barbecue contest brings together 50 BBQ teams from throughout the Northeast U.S. and Canada – all vying for the title of New Jersey State BBQ Champion. This contest is part of the Campground BBQ contest series that takes place in six states at local campgrounds.
Spruce up your garden this spring, and go native! They will have a great selection of perennials, trees, ferns, and bushes for sale at great prices! Rain or shine.
Visit this farmstead, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, to imagine what life was like in a bygone era.
Join the Washington BID for a full day of art work galore, music, kid's activities and demonstrations. Music by Doc Pappa & the Renegade Ramblers (Bluegrass), Clouds In My Coffee (Carly Simon Tribute), and The Trevor B. Power Band (Blues/Rock). Cash prizes awarded to top artists!
Every year the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center opens its doors to the public for the annual Open House. It's free of charge and is held rain or shine. This event is great for people of all ages and there are so many things to see and do throughout the day.
Meet a very special couple, artists Susan Roseman and James Feehan. Both accomplished artists, their independent work differs drastically. Susan portrays everyday activities through printmaking while James applies his interpretations of realism and fantasy with paint.
Celebrate Earth Day at the farm with tours, exhibits, entertainment, food, kids’ activities and more! It’s free and all are welcome.
Demonstrations:
11:30am-12:30pm Edible Weed Walk
12:30pm-1:45pm Creative ways of cooking with your share through the seasons
Join Roz Lee and friends at the beautiful Brook Hollow Winery in Columbia, NJ. Enjoy the optional wine tasting then meet the authors and stock up on your spring and summer reading material! Admission is free and there is optional wine tasting for $10.
Relax to the sounds of Corinne Mammana Quartet. Wood-fired pizza, estate premium wine, and music will be available. Admission is as follows: ESTATE - $15 per person, flight of eight wines from our primary production and estate cuvées and music.
A popular local duo, Stan & Elise return to Brook Hollow to perform a mix of classic '60s tunes, contemporary favorites and jazz standards.
Join Watson for a tour of the White Lake trails. Enjoy White Lake from a new - and lower - perspective as Watson points out some of his favorite spots to fellow canines and their human companions. Bring plenty of water for you and your pooch.
Enjoy the afternoon outside, decorating a large garden rock. They will provide smocks, stencils, tips and tricks. Bring your own snacks and something to drink.
NORWESCAP Career & Life Transitions Center will hold its First Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser. Join us for an evening of laughs and lively entertainment, dinner and drinks, all in the spirit of fundraising for NORWESCAP CLTC.
You are invited to join Warren County Habitat for Humanity’s continuing effort to build dreams for area families in need.
From Unbreakable, Bruce Willis returns as David Dunn as does Samuel L. Jackson as Elijah Price, known also by his pseudonym Mr. Glass.
The Black Cross Band offers a Southern Rock 'n' Roll twist to Rock Creek Tavern.
Dexter Montana returns to the Willows! Come join us for a night of great food, great company, and cold beers!
Help our Veterans and participate in a Poker Run sponsored by Elks Northwest District. There will be food, beverages, prizes and music.
DONATION: $20 per person
Relax to the sounds of VooDUDES Unplugged. Wood-fired pizza, estate premium wine, and music will be available. Admission is as follows: ESTATE - $15 per person, flight of eight wines from our primary production and estate cuvées and music.
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.
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.
The Phillipsburg Rotary Club is proud to be holding its 12th Annual Corks & Forks of the Valley Food, Wine and Beer tasting event at Flynn's on the Hill in Phillipsburg.
Have you ever wanted to take up birdwatching but didn't know how to start? Join MWA and guest speaker Brian Butler for discussions about optics, field guides, local places to bird and more. This talk is more for beginners, but all are welcome!
Centenary Stage Company presents a Women Playwrights Series with three exciting new plays by playwrights Deborah Yarchun, Nora Leahy and Patricia Cotter.
Centenary Stage Company presents a Women Playwrights Series with three exciting new plays by playwrights Deborah Yarchun, Nora Leahy and Patricia Cotter.
Centenary Stage Company presents a Women Playwrights Series with three exciting new plays by playwrights Deborah Yarchun, Nora Leahy and Patricia Cotter.
The Phillipsburg Rotary Club is proud to be holding its 13th Annual Corks & Forks Food, Wine and Beer tasting event at Flynn's on the Hill.
The Phillipsburg Rotary Club is proud to be holding its 13th Annual Corks & Forks Food, Wine and Beer tasting event at Flynn's on the Hill.
Continuing
Saturday evenings between April and October 2019, the United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey (UACNJ) Observatory, located in Jenny Jump State Forest in Hope, NJ will be open.
Community Corner
Spend the day treasure hunting at every yard-sale hunter’s dream! Each sale is conveniently marked on their online map at www.mansfieldtownship-nj.gov making your treasure hunt easy to navigate. For questions, please call 908-689-6151 ext.
Pick a time that is best for you and come help get the Shimer Mansion property ready for the new season. Bring work shoes, bug spray and tools for light yard work.
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.
Warren County residency required. This is for Household Hazardous Waste collection only - electronics are not being accepted.
• No cost to Residents
• No containers larger than 5 gallons
• Schools and Municipalities must call 7 days in advance.
Has your lawn exhausted you with grubs, brown spots, pests, weeds and more? Learn how to take all of the guess work out of your lawn care and maintain a healthy, sustainable turf using the Integrated Pest Management approach.
Plan Ahead
Harmonize body, mind and spirit with yoga and hiking at Mohican Outdoor Center. Both offered on Saturday and Sunday, do as much or as little as you like. All levels are welcome. Yoga will emphasize releasing tension, turning inward, and calming the mind.
This is a family favorite in the region and a fun way to welcome Spring! Festival admission is free. Hackettstown’s local radio station, WRNJ, will be broadcasting live from the Festival, providing a mix of music, interviews and fun with on-air personalities and staff.
Circling hands is the ideal exercise for people that do not have the time or space to practice a traditional Tai Chi form. Its simple movements are ideal for people with balance problems.
In this play, anonymous jurors in a murder trial must compromise in order to determine whether the given evidence requires them to acquit the young suspect or condemn him to the death penalty. What follows illustrates how ugly, yet deeply necessary, compromise is, especially in a democracy.
Shimer Mansion once again will have its huge fundraising yard sale to benefit the restoration during the Pohatcong Town-Wide Yard Sale weekend. If you have great stuff you would like to donate please contact Ingrid at igray@hughes.net or 908-432-4944.
Warren County's semiannual Paper Shredding event is a free service to Warren County residents (not for businesses, and proof of residency required). Bring your confidential/sensitive paper materials; any document that contains personal exclusive information.
Help the Ridge and Valley Conservancy stewards with a variety of tasks such as trail clearing and invasive plant removal at White Lake Natural Resource Area. Tools will be provided. Bring gloves, wear tick repellent and sun protection.
Join the Ridge and Valley Conservancy for a three-hour, open level bike and paddle tour of the local countryside. Start and finish will be at RVC office at 16 Main Street in Blairstown. We will bike primarily on the Paulinskill Trail to the White Lake Natural Resource Area.
Come explore the world of Woodland Gardening with Stan Pukash in this informative slide presentation about natives and how to use them in your landscape for woodland and butterfly gardens.
Musconetcong Watershed Assocation volunteer Brian Butler leads a walk along the Musconetcong River as we welcome back neo-tropical migrants and search for a warbler species. This is an excellent opportunity for beginner birders to learn! MWA members are free, non-members are asked to donate $3.
Join David Hyde of Well-Sweep Herb Farm in a presentation on perennial natives and nativars. Learn about the benefits of these beauties and how to introduce them into the garden and keep them happy.
After more than two decades of marriage while separately pursuing their professional goals, Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams finally took the advice of their peers and combined their unique talents to create a new career as a performing and recording duo.
Join with the Musconetcong Watershed Association and run or walk a scenic loop in the beautiful Musconetcong watershed.
Join us at White Lake Natural Resource Area for a power hike as we plug into the Spring Awakening to refresh our commitment to personal growth and positive change. Please bring a small notebook, sit-upon, open mind and/or heart.
It's Stomping Time! A bit of nostalgia, a tasting of wine, something to do with friends for a special time! There will be a formal wine tasting, Italian spaghetti with meatballs, garden salad, bread, dessert, coffee, tea and sweet tea.
Come hear some comic and classic songs from one of the best American songwriters!