Warren County Wanderings

Starting April 27, 2022

“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.”- William James, motivational speaker.

Where does the time go? Enter May this weekend as the Earth Day vibe continues with volunteer opportunities and sustainability events abounding along with beautiful tulips blooming everywhere, even at Warren County's Wayne Dumont Jr. Administration Building, home of Explore Warren world headquarters.

Spring cleaning comes in all forms like paper shredding! Hackettstown Rotary Club is hosting a paper shredding and electronic recycling at Fulton Bank. Get your gloves and rakes out for one of Johnsonburg Camp and Retreat Center’s largest spruce up opportunity of the year.

Head out to a craft fair at Rutherfurd Hall or Warren Hills or enjoy tours of the farm, food and flower crowns at Genesis Farm Spring Fest.

It’s also opening weekend for Villa Milagro Wine Train tours, the Beer Garden at Invertase and Spring Fling at Island Dragway.

Go Green in Hope will be overflowing with planet friendly vendors, exhibits, presentations and giveaways. Explore Warren is even setting up a table so stop by and say howdy!

Goodness, we are running out of breath with all that is going on! Happy May Day and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up

It's Country night with line dancing lessons by Trapper Josh and live music by Glenn Roberts! $10 cover.

WPS offers playwrights the opportunity to work with professional actors and directors in a workshop rehearsal process, and to hear their work in front of a live audience. This week's presentation of Off The Map from Christine Foster comes a story of a retired couple moving to Central America and finding their lives and relationship isn't what they were expecting after discovering a mysterious mound on their property.

A hilarious, exuberant celebration of love, Head Over Heels follows the escapades of a royal family on an outrageous journey to save their beloved kingdom from extinction, only to discover the key to their realm's survival lies within each of their own hearts.

Live for one night only is Bryan Martin, award winning Country singer. Tickets available for purchase on the website.

Test your '90s trivia, bring some friends, and win some great prizes!

Help keep Johnsonburg beautiful and come ready to work! Spring Spruce Up Day is one of the biggest volunteer days of the year. All equipment is provided.

Registration is required.

Enjoy a day in the country on a beautiful railroad that runs along the Delaware River. Delaware River Railroad Excursions starts this year's season this weekend. Take a leisurely ride back in time, visit the Susquehanna Mining Company and pan for gemstones or beautiful Villa Milagro Vineyard for a tour and wine tastings!

Shop all of the talented artisans, crafters and vendors. Too many to name! Check out the website for more information!

 Enjoy free admission to glean environmental and sustainability information, talk to vendors, participate in exhibits, free raffles and more! Be sure to stop by the Explore Warren table and say howdy! "Hope" to see you there!

In celebration of Earth Day, Genesis Farm will be hosting an outdoor event complete with lunch, hayrides, chickens, popcorn, greenhouse tours and more! This is a free event.

Bring your '90s best! After two years, it's time for another '90s party. It held in the lower lot with a block party style set up for serving beers, food, music, and games.

Head to Invertase Brewing Company for some refreshing craft beer and 100% Premium Maine Lobster Dishes from Cousins Maine Lobster.

Place your order onsite at the truck or contactless via the Cousins Maine Lobster mobile app.

Join Four Sisters for live music from Rich Berry. A limited menu will be available along with wine by the glass or bottle.

 

The Beer Garden is reopening with The Big Fuss and Cousins Maine Lobster nearby all day! Fuss will have a "guest" drummer sitting in for a bit that you don't wanna miss.

There's also a big surprise planned that you'll have to be in attendance to experience!

Join UACNJ for Taking a Tour Through the Universe presented by Karl Hricko, AAI, NWJAA.

Calling all Jefferson Airplane fans! Reverend Jefferson is sure to satisfy! The band was formed as a tribute in sound and spirit to the music of the legendary Jefferson Airplane. This mission soon became a point of departure upon a musical journey of exploration into terrains both familiar and wholly unknown.

DJ Prof Kill is back! No cover charge! Come get dinner and enjoy some great music.

Open to all cars 30 years & older! Four Nostalgia trophy classes. Non-judged car show free with entry.

Run for the River is live and in-person this year with a scenic loop that passes streams, pastures, historic buildings, and the beautiful Musconetcong River on a mostly flat course. There also is a virtual option where you can log your time and distance. The run is an annual fundraiser for the nonprofit Musconetcong Watershed Association.

Come enjoy a unique shopping experience. This event is open to the public.

We are also still accepting applications for additional vendors. Please email: artistryjubilee@gmail.com to register.

Enjoy delicious craft beer and hard cider while shopping from local artisans. Family and dog friendly.
 

An interactive story-line is non-stop amusement from beginning to end. Can you identify the perpetrator as you and your fellow gumshoes enjoy a hilarious and equally mystifying evening? You will be a hand selected character who evolves as the story unravels.

Chef Anthony will host an exceptional 4-course, seasonal dinner paired with Alba's estate wines with relaxing music by pianist Patrick Kerssen.

Reservations are required. Seating is outdoors under the arbor.

It's Country night with line dancing lessons by Trapper Josh and live music by Glenn Roberts! $10 cover.

An interactive story-line is non-stop amusement from beginning to end. Can you identify the perpetrator as you and your fellow gumshoes enjoy a hilarious and equally mystifying evening? You will be a hand selected character who evolves as the story unravels.

An interactive story-line is non-stop amusement from beginning to end. Can you identify the perpetrator as you and your fellow gumshoes enjoy a hilarious and equally mystifying evening?

An interactive story-line is non-stop amusement from beginning to end. Can you identify the perpetrator as you and your fellow gumshoes enjoy a hilarious and equally mystifying evening?

It's Country night with live music by Glenn Roberts!

Bring your '90s best! After two years, it's time for another '90s party. It held in the lower lot with a block party style set up for serving beers, food, music, and games.

Participants will have the option to run or walk this course, which a scenic loop that passes streams, pastures, historic buildings, and the beautiful Musconetcong River on a mostly flat course.

Enjoy a day in the country on a beautiful railroad that runs along the Delaware River. Take a leisurely ride back in time, visit the Susquehanna Mining Company or beautiful Villa Milagro Vineyard.

THE SUSQUEHANNA MINING CO. TRAIN

lobster and tater tots

Cousins Maine Lobster will be at Buttzville Brewing with some tasty lobster dishes. You may place your order onsite at the truck (we accept cash or all major credit cards) or contactless via our Cousins Maine Lobster mobile app.

Participants will have the option to run or walk this course, which a scenic loop that passes streams, pastures, historic buildings, and the beautiful Musconetcong River on a mostly flat course.

lobster and tater tots

Pair any of your lobster favorites with one of Czig's 50+ varieties of stouts.

The party will be held at the brewery and in the lower lot with a block party style set up for serving beers, food, music, and more. Vendors will be joining us for the party as well
 

Genesis Farms presents an Earth Day Open House with workshops, hayrides, kids’ activities, garden lunch, artisans, plus a very special guest!

Rain date May 5.

Name a better duo than a lobster quesadilla in one hand, beer in the other. Come hang out at Invertase and get an order of Cousins Maine while you're there.

Name a better duo than a lobster quesadilla in one hand, beer in the other. Come hang out at Invertase and get an order of Cousins Maine while you're there.

Continuing

Live music every Friday in April!

Weekends in April feature a new artist at Tiptons Tavern. Grab a friend and a great drink of choice.

Spend part of your weekend relaxing at Brook Hollow Winery and Event Facility for live music.

Little Ridge Vineyards is bringing live music to the weekends.

Live music weekends are at Brass Rail this April.

Enjoy brunch and live music every Sunday in April.

Enjoy brunch and live music every Sunday in May.

Live music weekends are at Brass Rail this May.

Live music weekends are at Brass Rail this summer.

Cats Dragged In will be playing at Brass Rail this Saturday from 8- 11pm. Grab a drink or a delicious dish!

Live music weekends are at Brass Rail in October with a great line-up!

Oct. 1 - Bobby Clark
Oct. 7 - The Mr. T Band
Oct. 14 - Naked Jake
Oct. 22 - Dr. Dick
Oct. 29 -  Skin of My Teeth

 

Community Corner

Hackettstown Rotrary Club is ready to shred your old documents, bills and any other paperwork while Abilities of Northwest New Jersey will be accepting old electronics.

Welcome spring by participating in Pohatcong's Town-Wide Yard Sale!

Take-out only Roast Beef dinner, including dessert. $16 per meal. Stay safe inside your vehicle!

Bowl to benefit Section 6 Forest Firefighters Association. Cost is $15 and includes 3 games, shoes, slice of pizza and beverage. Open to all ages!