The Garabo Brothers Band will play at 7pm. Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division of Land Preservation
Starting August 7, 2019
“Summer had a way of being full of fun and things to do and plenty of times of doing nothing and feeling bored.” - Sofi Benitez, author, from her book Dog Daze in the "Honey Moon" series
As we hit the dog daze of summer (which actually has to do with the dog star, Sirius, and its position in the heavens, and not the heat) we think there's no reason to be bored! There's plenty to do in this beautiful corner of the Garden State. You'll find festivals, nature, music and more in this week's Warren County Wanderings. Speaking of the Garden State, sweet corn and peaches abound right now, take advantage at the community farmers markets listed below or consult our Farms and Markets directory here. And if you need to cool off, like this beaver that Kent Sweigert photographed while it took a swim in the Delaware River, head to our Lakes and Pools page to find your favorite swimming hole. Meanwhile, we'd like to give a warm welcome to all the new Wanderers who signed up for this newsletter at last week's Warren County Farmers' Fair. Stay cool, and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Jeff Bellfy Band will be performing at the Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series and is known for blending classic rock, country & pop into a sound that now defines The Bellfy Band.
Young Performers Workshop is dedicated to the enrichment of young lives through experience in the theatre arts, and serves as a venue for cultivating young theatre performers between the ages of eight and 18.
Enjoy some free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines, this week with Bill Ruddy!
Flynn's will have plenty of food and drinks; please leave yours at home.
Joe Izen, renowned Singer/Guitarist and Songwriter, brings a wealth of musical history from his earliest days opening for Richie Havens and Joe Cocker, to playing with the great Bluesman Willie Dixon.
Join RVC Trustee Sharon Wander and her husband, Wade, to explore the amazing profusion of plant and insect life to be found in high summer in the flower-filled meadows of White Lake. Meet at 10:00 at the main parking lot. (Rain date 8/11.) Family and pet friendly.
Singer guitarist, Bill Ihling started playing in bands back when Jimmy Carter was president. He grew up in the middle of the liberating '60s, but was made to listen to bands like Herb Albert and the Tijuana Band not "Rock & Roll".
Relax to the sounds of Frank DiBussolo. 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.
LNKC brings a non-purebred mix of new music and vintage, innovation and irreverence, with an unlikely styling of Gypsy Jazz, Blues, Surf Noir and Western Swing. Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!
Pack a lunch, bring food to grill, carry a lawn chair or blanket, or grab a table and chair under the pergola to enjoy the Music at Milagro series.
Grill it up with on-site Chef Anthony Fiore on Saturday evenings! Hours: 5-9pm, cost is $55/person plus tax - All wine sold separately. Reservations are required by calling 908-995-7800.
Dust off your bonnets and bow ties and get ready to party like its 1899! Historic Blairstown Day, sponsored by the Blairstown Museum, is a celebration of Blairstown's heritage. Enjoy a fun filled family day featuring Children's Area, retail and food vendors, live Music, car show, and more!
Rich Berry, a popular musician in Warren County, returns to Four Sisters Winery. With an eclectic mix, Rich adds his own twist to songs of the '50s, '60s, '70s, a little bit of country and more! The winery will be offering complimentary wine tasting and wine cellar tours.
Relax to the sounds of the 6th Street Trio. 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.
StoneHearth is a traditional bluegrass band playing in the North Jersey and Eastern PA areas. Together since 2002, the band consists of the three founding members Mike Terris, E.C. Moore, and Mike Olenick, who are joined by Tim Scheetz, and Pete Becker.
Continuing
What’s the buzz? The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 40 years.
Come see your favorite local farmers and food producers at the Blairstown Farmers Market! Open every Saturday from 9:30am-1pm.
The Farmers’ Market offers quality fruits and vegetables as well as specialty items with special events throughout the season. The weekly farmers’ market takes place every Saturday through the end of October, from 10am-2pm.
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.
Relax and unwind with some tapas, delicious drinks and some smooth sounds. Mama's & Cafe Baci offers live entertainment seven nights a week, including Monday Acoustic Cafe, Rising Stars, and a new Late Night Menu, relaxing cocktails & tapas in their 201 Fifth bar.
A venue where local farmers, producers, and artisans come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and related products directly to the consumer. Open every Sunday, June-September.
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.
Ever wanted to learn how to fish? Learn about fish biology and identification, casting techniques, equipment, knot tying and more. Discussions will be followed by an actual trout fishing experience in their Education Pond. This program is geared for ages 8 years and above.
Community Corner
A rockin' good time with The Bobby Clark Band to raise funds for the scholarship to graduates of Belvidere High School in memory of Brian Duckworth, a long-time Warren County Buildings and Grounds employee who succumbed to cancer in 2013 at age 51.
More Things to Do
The team at the Blairstown Diner - known for being featured in the films “Friday the 13th” and “Plasterhead ” - has been busy making improvements and additions since it changed hands in January. There's now a take-out window where customers can purchase soft-service ice cream, which comes from New Jersey-based Welch Farms, Sabrett hot dogs and pick up take-out orders. Open 6am-9pm daily, the diner, celebrating its 70th year, has complimentary WiFi and is BYOB. Recent remodeling has included reupholstered seating and new chrome ceilings, and outdoor patio seating is coming soon, too!
Plan Ahead
Now's a great time to get your tickets for the shows coming soon to intimate Roy’s Hall in Blairstown. Check out these shows!
Sept. 13: Friday The 13th the original movie – the exterior of Roy's Hall makes a cameo appearance!
The Warren County Community College is hosting a healthcare job seekers event at the Phillipsburg Education Center (PEC) located at 445 Marshall Street, Phillipsburg, NJ. Join us to explore new career opportunities with many local healthcare employers in NJ and PA.
Do you need some time to relax? Join yoga teacher Kate McGuinness for a 30-minute meditation walk through the forest and learn the basics of walking meditation. Free to all. Meet at the White Barn parking lot of White Lake.
Bring your family and your besties and have a blast at SummerFest Food Truck Festival at Donaldson Farms! Enjoy delicious food, beverages, and sweet treats while listening to live music and surrounded by gorgeous vistas of mountains and crop fields.
It's back! Asbury Coffee Mill presents its second music festival, featuring five bands and five acoustic performers, plus arts-and-craft vendors and food trucks.
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.
Share an evening with friends and family at VonThun's Summertime Farm to Fork Dinner.
An amazing award winning pianist from the Navy to Hollywood to T.V. Shows from composing and arranging with all the greats comes Grammy-nominated arranger, pianist and producer of Kerouac (Mark Murphy/Muse) and most valuable player.