Enjoy the Alastair Sim (1951) version of this "Scrooge" Chirstmas classic without commercial interruptions! Every Wednesday, escape from the modern trappings of TV and the internet with an old-fashioned evening at the movies in the vintage atmosphere of Blairstown's Roy's Hall.
December 19, 2018-January 1, 2019
"Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” - Norman Vincent Peale
It's the most wonderful time of the year, as the song goes, and it's nearly here! This lovely photo of the Live Nativity at the recent Hope Lantern Tour, courtesy of Parashoot Productions, should put you in the holiday mood if you aren't already. So should the events you'll find below. And one final reminder, if you're still hoping to fill your home with the wonderful scent of a Jersey Fresh Christmas tree, here's a link to where you'll find the best ones around. We've also included some New Year's Eve options in this edition, which will be the last Warren County Wanderings of 2018. We wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines! Wine is available for purchase by the bottle or glass at retail value.
The historic inn, a restored 1769 stone gristmill, features an evening with AJ Croix. Check him out, enjoy a fine dinner, and make a night of it!
Call 908-459-4884 for more information.
The Harmonia Chamber Players will perform Vivadi's "Winter" and other Baroque Christmas Music. Soloists of the virtuoso string ensemble are Garry Ianco, Victor Costanzi, and Carolyn Cole, violins. All are renowned soloists from New Jersey and the New York area.
Dress to impress in your holiday worst while enjoying some of DJ Rupell’s Christmas Remix and a live appearance from Mariah Carey’s number one fan, Mike Coates.
Check out The House Rockers at Bea McNally's!
Even though winter solstice is near, our meadow is full of life. Before we go into winter dormancy, join us for a walk through our native meadow. Learn about meadows in dormancy, signs of life in winter, and meet fellow native plant lovers.
Browse a large selection of local foods and products from Donaldson Farms. Choose your items and they will wrap them into a beautiful gift baskets. While there, enjoy complimentary coffee and hot chocolate.
Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and stop in the winery to be entered into a drawing, where three great prizes will be given away. The drawing will be done Sunday at 6:30pm, winners will be contacted via phone (attendance not necessary for the drawing).
Enjoy listening to Rich Ortiz. Wine is available for purchase by the glass or bottle.
Enjoy a delicious meal while you listen to some classic soft rock.
Come see two of the finest young string bands emerging from the NE PA Bluegrass scene. Serene Green is a four-piece bluegrass band from Northeastern Pennsylvania with a passion for playing bluegrass that comes from a position of respect and gratitude for the pioneers of this great music.
Tis the Season to Rock an Ugly Sweater. Live music by DJ Shatner at 8pm. Three cash prizes for ugliest sweater.
Time to party with the Razz Brothers and enjoy some great food and beverages.
Put on that ugly sweater. You know you have one! Cash prize for the ugliest sweater.
The local duo JerZgirls will be rocking Willy's with a wide range of songs from 60's through today, all types of music and bands. Their show is a blast to watch!
Jamie LeRose performs at the Brass Rail, 9pm-midnight.
Special Christmas Eve menu offered. Call 908-574-5101 to make your reservation. Also check their Facebook page for the latest updates.
The Inn prepares special menus for holidays throughout the year. Enjoy Christmas Eve and let them do the cooking. Chick here to see the menu. Call 908-459-4884 to make your reservations.
Come for an old-fashioned sing-along and performance. All listeners and musicians of euphonium, baritone, tuba and sousaphone are welcome to enjoy TubaChristmas. Registration: 2:30 pm, Belvidere United Methodist Church, 219 Hardwick Street. Rehearsal: 3 pm at the church.
Stalag 17 (1953) is a drama/thriller set in a German POW camp in 1953, directed by Billy Wilder and starring William Holden, Robert Strauss and Otto Preminger.
Continuing
At this time of year, the Well-Sweep garden fairies transform the shop into a Christmas wonderland. The greenhouse will be stocked with a selection of attractive windowsill herbs, tender perennials in bloom and unique topiaries. Enter to win a $35 Gift Certificate.
Start your Christmas tradition by visiting three of Warren County’s most unique, family-owned farms all within 4 minutes of each other. Wyckoff’s Christmas Tree Farm, Mackey’s Orchard and Four Sisters Winery invite your family to enjoy a fun-filled day of Christmas trees, baked goods, wine
Share the very best of Alba at your holiday table with friends who truly appreciate wines reflection of the land, built by ones commitment over decades of tested passion.
Get your family photo with Santa on a Harley. Pets are welcome, too! Holiday refreshments will be served.
Plan Ahead
Grover Kemble and Harry Noble bring it on at the Inn for a special holiday season performance. A little bit of jazz, blues, folk and soft rock... reservations recommended! Dinner, music and cocktails in the cozy tavern.
Call 908-459-4884 for more information.
This Crosby, Stills & Nash tribute band looks forward to returning to Rock Creek Tavern! Unplugged this time, but still bringing you all the CSN hits, and introducing its newest member to the band, vocalist Peggy Salvatore.
7 North, a Lehigh Valley band covering classic rock hits of the '60s through today, makes its debut at Rock Creek.
Get on your vintage clothes and celebrate "Gatsby Style". Four course menu will be offered. Now taking reservations. Call 908-854-5300
Special New Year's Eve menu offered. Call 908-574-5101 to make your reservation. Also check their Facebook page for the latest updates.
Rutherfurd Hall is pleased to announce their 4th Annual First Night Warren which is a family friendly event which culminates entertainment, food vendors and fireworks. Fireworks are scheduled for approximately 7:15 pm.
Spend your New Year’s Eve partying at Flynn’s with Johnny and the Jukebox! $50 per person includes champagne at midnight and a cash bar. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dancing until midnight! Call now for reservations at 908-454-0011.
Hang out with DJ Nappz at Bea McNally's! There will be open bar and a buffet, too! Presale ticket is $55 until 12/28. After 12/28, ticket $65.
Fore details and reservations, call 908-813-1900.
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Zabava Bar 133. Make your reservations today! Call 908-979-8998 or make a reservation online.
The PVTC, a Friends Organization of the Kittatinny Valley State Park, will host a 4-5 mile hike along the Paulinskill Valley Trail. The trail is cinder-based which provides easy, level walking. Meeting at Footbridge Park in Blairstown.