Warren County Wanderings

Starting February 14, 2018

“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.” – Abraham Lincoln

This week's quote is a two-fer, to get you in the mood for both Valentine's Day and Presidents Day weekend. If you waited this long to make plans (really, guys? really?!) you'll find some last minute ideas ahead. Read on, then pick up the phone and make those reservations NOW! And make your weekend plans too! Meanwhile, it's still the season to sign up for a share in a Community Supported Agriculture program for the coming growing season, so click here for details on ExploreWarren.org. Finally, what's up with this week's photo above? What do YOU think it means? Maybe you'll have some thoughts on it if you go to Art, A Play by Yasmina Reza, opening this weekend at the Lackland Performing Arts Center. Happy Valentine's Day, Happy Birthday to George, Abe, and all the rest, and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up

If you are looking to wow that special someone with an exquisite meal they’ll never forget, The Willows is just the place! Chef Riddle has prepared a fabulous all inclusive menu with a little something for everyone. For reservations, please call 908-574-5101.

Join Architects for a romantic Valentine's Day Grand Champagne Buffet Dinner! They have a special menu with entree selections, sushi bar and bottomless champagne!

Come to Buck Hill Brewery with your Sweetheart! Complimentary dessert with every entree.

Enjoy a dinner with your sweetheart on Valentine's Day! There is a 5 course menu for $65 per person.

Spend Valentine's Day at The Brass Rail. Enjoy a 3-course meal with $5 specialty martinis and $2.50 Coors Light drafts. Reservations are recommended, so, call 908-454-0931. 

Enjoy a romantic evening with your loved one with your choice of a bottle of wine, appetizer, salad, choice entree, dessert for two, and live music. Can you imagine a better evening spent with your loved one?

At Nonpareil, there are special gifts for the ladies sharing a lunch or dinner. 

Come out to Bea McNally's for a fun night with DJ Nappz! 

Enjoy a weekend getaway! Explore the backcountry trails of the Delaware Water Gap and Poconos area on snowshoes. If snow conditions are not suitable for snowshoes, we'll hike instead. You are responsible for your beverages any other snacks you might enjoy, and a water bottle for hiking.

OPENING WEEKEND! ART focuses on the meaning of art (in the form of a solid white painting) as well as the meaning of friendship, to both the man who bought the painting and the two friends who come to see it, at Centenary Stage Co. through March 4.

Enjoy listening to Rich Ortiz and get a $5 meal. Food is provided by Franks Pizza of Blairstown. Wine is available for purchase by the glass or bottle.

Come to the Carriage House on Main Street in beautiful Blairstown to make the "Pineapple Painted Wooden Quilt" (Barn Quilt/Folk art). The pineapple has become a symbol of hospitality and is perfect for display in an entryway or kitchen.

Join George & Anna for Couple’s Night at Brook Hollow Winery! Two separate canvases join together to make one whole painting. So, whether you bring your husband or girlfriend, your mother or your daughter, there is no wrong “couple combo” when it’s a Loved One.

Enjoy a night at The Inn at Millrace Pond with music from Lisa Bochelle.

Kelly and Pete are know to play pop, classic rock, blues, country and hip hop. Fun duo for a Friday night!

Come and dance with DJ Chelli at the Hill! DJ Chelli will be playing songs from the '70s, '80s and '90s.

With Radio Zoo you'll hear all types of music: rock, pop, alternative, disco, and country - all done with a driving groove, great guitar work, and awesome vocals! Check them out at the Rock Creek Tavern.

Join us for the Stupid Cupid Dance Party at the Brass Rail hosted by DJ George of Lehigh Valley Djs. Enjoy fun music, great food and festive drink specials!

Have fun with Wind Up Monkey! Enjoy a night out with friends while eating some delicious food.

Join the Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee (PVTC) at Warbasse Junction in Lafayette Township, NJ for a group hike. The PVTC, a Friends Organization of the Kittatinny Valley State Park, will host the hike.

The merchants of Hackettstown invite you to a fun-filled day. Follow the balloons throughout town to discover $2 specials. There will be a soup and chili contest, $2 tastings, ice carvings throughout town, local shopping and kids crafts.

Do you like dark beer? Dive into the dark side of beer with Czig Meister. Explore over 50 variations on the classic style of beer that is the ever-satisfying, complex, round and roasty... "stout". They will play around with their own Blacksmith Oatmeal Stout as well as unique creations.

Treat your family or friends to Alba's special Presidents' Weekend wine tasting experience!  Celebrate Valentine's Day too! Sample their premium estate wines paired with small bites for two people to share.

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

Relax and enjoy some jazz, classical & '70s favorites by Doug Nussbaum while enjoying your dinner and dessert.  

Scott Sharrard is an American musical artist widely known as the lead guitarist and musical director of the Gregg Allman Band, where he was hailed as “Gregg Allman’s secret weapon” by Glide magazine.

The local duo JerZgirls will be rocking Willy's with live music. The JerZGirls do a wide range of songs from the '60s through today, all types of music and bands. Their show is a blast to watch!

"Your favorite rock and soul party band" returns to Rock Creek Tavern!

Bombed Opera is a live music explosion that plays everything and anything that rocks clubs to the ground. Come on by and enjoy the entertainment.

Come and enjoy an afternoon of homemade food, warm coffee, and painting at Race Farm Cafe & Creamery! For $25, you get to design and paint your own 12x12 wooden sign (double sided!). Basic lettering will be demonstrated.

Enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!

Join The Willows for an afternoon of laughs and a dinner! The murder mystery unfolds at a Mother of the Year pageant, down to three finalists: Hilary Smintten, the ruthless politician, seeking a measure of revenge on her philandering husband; June Cleavage, the TVland icon, hoping to shed her good girl image; and Livia Castrano, a tough broad who is the matriarch of a successful “sanitation engineering” firm. The competition is fierce with each contestant willing to do “whatever it takes” to win. Mayhem ensues over  hors d'oeuvres and dinner and you're there to witness it!

Continuing

Love Your Downtown and Win has been extended through March 31 due to the horrendous weather experienced during the month of February. Visit stores in downtown Washington and have them initial your list.

It's the month of love. Cupid, draw back your bow and let your arrow go straight to Four Sisters Winery. Enjoy cocoa wine balls, other chocolate and wine. $6 per person. Also, their cafe menu is back, featuring panini pizza w/ choice of toppings, loaded nachos & cheese platters.

Live Acoustic Music every Sunday! Enjoy some coffee, food and music. 

Feb. 4 features Evan Miklosey, an acoustic guitar player with instrumental stories to tell.

Feb. 11: Brittnay Ramagila

Feb. 18: Bill Ihling

Feb. 25: The Bluz Hounds

Come and enjoy an Irish brunch at Bea McNally's. Bring the whole family, enjoy time together and eat a delicious meal.

This event is sponsored by the Blairstown Department of Recereation. There is no better way to make chemistry fun than by combining it with something every kid loves: LEGOS!