Warren County Wanderings

Starting August 8, 2018

"Summertime is always the best of what might be." - Charles Bowden (1945-2014), American non-fiction author, journalist and essayist

First, let's welcome all our new Warren County Wanderers who signed up for this e-blast at last week's Warren County Farmers' Fair! And for those who made it to the fair before it was cut short by rain, we hope you picked up your Explore Warren koozie, suitable for keeping the cool on your cans, bottles, and yes, sippy cups, as this young Wanderer is doing in Amy Hoppe's photo snapped at Merrill Creek Reservoir. Send us YOUR photo of your koozie being used as you wander in Warren County, or post it directly on the Explore Warren page on Facebook, and let us know how you're spending your summer. Happy Wanderings!

 

Coming Up

Disney's "Beauty and the Beast"  at the Lopatcong Pool. Movies are free of charge and viewers can enter the pool at 8pm. The movie begins at dusk. Bring your chairs and blankets and join us! Snack bar remains open during the movie.

Preschool kids can learn how to make watermelon cupcakes and watermelon smoothies! Suitable for ages: 3-5. Email carly.sopko@wakefern.com with your child's name and any food allergies to sign up for the class.

Enjoy some music in the park. Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Commission.

Take a groovy trip back to the ‘60s with Large Flowerheads! Imagine being part of the scene when the songs spoke of love, sunshine, and happiness. The Large Flowerheads bring to life the musical sights & sounds of that era.

 

Rescheduled from an earlier date due to weather concerns, you have another chance to see this Americana band composed of four musicians who have, collectively, more than two hundred  years of musical experience.

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.

After some cancelations due to unfavorable weather, this week's guest chef is scheduled to be Jamie of Piggy's Deli & BBQ of Hackettstown, and The Atlanta Cafe Band will entertain on the stage. Start your weekend right with delicious farm-to-table dinner while relaxing outdoors on this family farm in Hackettstown! Bring your own picnic blanket, favorite lawn chair, and beverage. 

Spend your evening at Four Sisters Winery enjoying delicious food, live music from Genevieve and wine. Dine on 100% grass-fed beef from Beaver Brook Ranch, Jersey Fresh vegetables from Hensler Farms and Donaldson Farms, and artisan cheeses from Fulper Family Homestead. Genevieve is an American singer-songwriter whose piano playing complements her sultry, bluesy vocals. 

Flynn's the ultimate Friday night destination in Phillipsburg, and a show by the Dr. Dick Show will be epic! Call 908-454-0011 for more info.

Laugh the night away with Comedians JJ Ramirez and Tommy Lama at Brook Hollow Winery! $20 per person and wine will be availble to purchase. Get your ticket before the event sells out!

This year the Canal Society of New Jersey offers a wide range of programming at Waterloo Village. At the seamstress shop Miss Sharon will demonstrate her skills in a 19th century setting using a vintage treadle sewing machine to recreate authentic period garments.

Alba is proud to release its 2014 Grand Reserve Pinot Noir this weekend, and you are invited to experience this elegant wine. $15/person admission (21 and older) includes a wine tasting OR one glass of wine from the Arbor selection, and music. Extended hours both days! Saturday: 11am-7pm with music by Jeff Bellfy & Co. from 3-6:30pm; Sunday: 11am-6pm with music by The 6th Street Trio from 2-5:30pm.

Join the Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee (PVTC) at Warbasse Junction in Lafayette Township, NJ for a group ride.

Ladies, do you need some new hats, accessories or jewelry? Come to Brook Hollow and check out what Magnolia and Vine has to offer. Lite fare and wine will be offered. Stop on by.

Four Sisters Winery is teaming up with Villa Milagro Vineyards to provide you with Sangria! Both wineries will offer you to select from 2 Sangrias to enjoy along with some wine tasting. $10 admission includes wine tasting, sample of Sangria and a chance to win a Sangria pitcher!

A popular local duo, Stan & Elise return to Brook Hollow to perform a mix of classic “60s” tunes, contemporary favorites and jazz standards.
 

Enjoy the vocal/piano stylings of Dylan as he plays songs from the 60s, 70s and more. The deck will be open from 11am - 8pm with wine tasting, and Cafe Vino menu items available until 7pm.

Get in the Fiesta spirit at Buck Hill Brewery with tacos, margaritas and a strolling Mariachi band. $35/person includes the taco bar and one margarita. Call 908-854-5300 to reserve your spot today.

"A Stomping We Will Go" at our Barefoot Grape Stomping! $37.50/person (plus tax & service fee).  Advanced tickets required.

Knowlton Township Historic Commission is honored to have the Lenape Nation of  Pennsylvania include Ramsaysburg Historic Homestead as a location of the Rising Nation River Journey for a ceremonial signing of the Treaty of  Renewed Friendship.

Dizaster Horse's debut at Rock Creek Tavern! Songs you forgot you loved from the '60s and up. 

It’s that time again! Get your yoga on – and your wine/wine slushies! Let the stresses of your week melt away in our outdoor pavilion yoga class overlooking beautiful, lush vineyards. The class will be beginner-friendly and open to all levels.

Enjoy the afternoon with an eclectic mix ranging from '60s British Invasion tunes to country-rock. The deck will be open from 10am -6pm with wine tasting and offering Cafe Vino menu items from 11am - 5pm

Spend an afternoon visiting the Jim and Mary Lee Museum at Plane 9 West in the Port Warren Heritage Area, Stewartsville, and the Warren County History Museum at Morris Canal Bread Lock Park in New Village, too. These two museums, both located at sites on the route of the old Morris Canal, are open and staffed by volunteers today, 1-4pm. Learn how the canal boats moved up and down the hills of northern New Jersey as they traversed the state from from Port Delaware – AKA Phillipsburg – to Jersey City. Walk the towpath trail, and learn about other aspects of Warren County's rich history, from the early Native Indians inhabitants to the Colonial-era iron industry, the Morris Canal era, the days when Thomas Edison was busy inventing and experimenting nearby, and more.

Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines! 

Listen to your favorite Country Rock band while enjoying a pig roast! There will be lots of fun for all. $25 per ticket.

Hailing from Bethlehem, PA, the group uses accordion, tuba, electric guitar, trombone, piano, and drums as they incorporate elements of punk, Balkan, Klezmer, blues, reggae and ragtime with Americana Folk-Rock, causing a genre defying sound of which P.T. Barnum would be proud. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, pack a picnic if you like, and enjoy the free concert!

August 27 class is full. Ever wanted to learn how to fish? Learn about fish biology and identification, casting techniques, equipment, knot tying and more.

Continuing

Ellen is a Level 1 Certified Qigong Instructor with Supreme Science Qigong Center. Learn and practice a 5 exercise movements and Qigong breath work. Cost is $5.

It's another fun night with DJ Nappz! 

Join Architects for some live music, delicious summer BBQ, ice-cold cocktails & beverages, all while enjoying gorgeous panoramic golf course scenic views! Make your reservation today.

The Blairstown Farmers' Market is now in its 11th season and accepts SNAP! The Market, located on Route 521 across from the Blairstown Elementary School next to the Agway, will run every Saturday from 10am-1pm through October 27th and features a variety of local farmers, artisans, speakers,

Held every Saturday through September 22, rain or shine, with special events throughout the season. Check the "WEBSITE" link below and the Facebook page to find out what's new for this Saturday.

Based on Arnold Lobel's beloved children's books, A Year with Frog and Toad is a whimsical musical that tells the story of two best friends: the cheerful Frog, and curmudgeonly Toad. The musical follows Frog and Toad through four colorful seasons, from hibernation to hibernation.

Set in Britain, Willy Russell's Blood Brothers tells the story of fraternal twins who are separated at birth. One brother is raised in a family of great privilege and one brother is raised in poverty.

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 new 201 Fifth bar.

Saturday evenings between April and October 2018, the United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey (UACNJ) Observatory, located in Jenny Jump State Forest in Hope, NJ will be open.

When a die hard theatre fan plays his favorite cast album, the characters come to life in this hilarious musical farce.

Enjoy some breakfast before you go on a ride!

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.

Every Sunday, stop on by for some live music and a delicious brunch!

Community Corner

Celebrate the joy of Christmas in August with a fun 5K, BBQ, and pool party! Special guest appearance by Santa Claus and his elves. Free BBQ and pool party with live music for race participants at the finish.