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.
Starting February 7, 2018
"All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt." - Charles M. Schulz
The Peanuts cartoonist had it right, and New Jersey wineries - including all four here in the federally-recognized Warren Hills Viticultural Area - are taking those words to heart with a Wine and Chocolate Weekend to celebrate the upcoming Valentine's Day. The vines might be blanketed with snow, like those pictured at Alba Vineyard in Finesville, but it's warm inside! Make this the perfect getaway for you and your loved one. Read on for more ideas to celebrate the holiday for lovers this weekend and next week as well. Meanwhile, because we love our Wanderings readers, and we love great music, we'd love to share a free pair of tickets with you to see the band Ranky Tanky this Saturday evening at the Lackland Performing Arts Center in Hackettstown. You want 'em? Just send an email to us at tourism@co.warren.nj.us with the words "Ranky Tanky" in the subject line by 9 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday, Feb. 8). We'll do a random drawing from the responses to pick a winner and notify that person with details on how to get the two free tickets from Centenary Stage Company for Saturday evening's performance. Wherever you head, we hope you'll keep love in your heart. Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
A night full of creativity & inspiration at Rutherfurd Hall for children age 7 years and older! Let's let love lift us up while the kids learn, step-by-step how to paint this lovable panda painting! All supplies included! The children must be accompanied by an adult.
Calling aspiring artists and wine lovers! Join Rutherfurd Hall for a special Valentine's Day inspired evening while you learn, step-by-step how to paint these heart-shaped Hot Air Balloons!
Join Plant Nite for their monthly project at Rock Creek Tavern. Enjoy a night out with some awesome food, drinks and planting a terrarium.
Based on the iconic novel by George Orwell, 1984 brings us the story of Winston Smith, a cog in the giant machine state of Oceania.
Come out to Bea McNally's for a fun night with DJ Nappz!
Win this matted Artist print for a $5 donation. Entries are accepted until 2/9. Drawing to be held on 2/10. All proceeds will be donated to Ghana 4E. Call 908-689-6878 to enter into the drawing.
Get ready for a trip to the islands with the ultimate tribute to Jimmy Buffett, as Jimmy and the Parrots Trio sail into the Draught House!
Join Marianna's for their first Night at the Races! Cost will be $50 per person which includes dinner, beer and wine. The night starts with hors d'oeuvres. Followed by a buffet dinner and then the races.
Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines! Wine for purchase by the bottle or glass at retail value and $5 food!
The fabulously funny Sherry Davey brings her unique look on everyday life to the Inn at Millrace Pond for a special performance. Sherry, originally from England, regularly performs throughout the United States and abroad.
Sideline plays songs you love. Some are bluegrass classics, some are destined to be classics, and all of them are performed in a way that makes audiences understand why these pickers and singers are top-tier bluegrassers, loved and adored by fans world-wide.
Alternate Groove is a 7-piece party band playing classic rock, R&B, soul and much more. If you like good music and want to dance, this is the band for you.
Enjoy a romantic overnight with the one you love! For $250, enjoy an overnight room, chocolate covered strawberries, a rose, prosecco and brunch the following day. Call guest services to book your reservation at 908-459-4884.
Join New Jersey wineries from Sussex to Cape May for a weekend of your favorite pairing - wine and chocolate! Each winery will have its own features for the trail weekend, but most will have something chocolate-related to enjoy! Make this the perfect getaway for you and your loved one.
Enjoy the day at Villa Milagro with your sweetheart. They will be tasting wine and chocolates paired with their wines. Besame, a chocolate "kiss" wine will be sampled solo as its chocolate deliciousness stands alone. They will also pair chocolates with their red wines.
Join Four Sisters Winery and other wineries throughout the state for a fun-filled weekend. It's The Garden State Wine Growers Valentine's state wide promotion. There's romance in the air at Four Sisters Winery.
Washington Borough’s Second Saturdays Art Walk at 5 East Art Gallery and M Galleries. 5 East Art Gallery’s featured artists are the women artists of Altered Sisterhood of Clinton.
Marianna's features the Kato Duo, with music for listening, dancing and enjoying with your dinner.
Come out for a fun paint night at Art-stitution and support Pet Adoption League in the process! You will be guided step by step to create a beautiful canvas painting. Bring some wine or something you like to drink.
Enjoy a dinner dance with your sweetheart starting with hors d’ouevres served in the Vintner’s private residence. Then, you will meet their celebrity Chef who will prepare your three course dinner, e
The Charleston, SC based quintet Ranky Tanky, which takes its name from the Gullah phrase for "work it" or "get funky!", transforms the hymns, party anthems and children’s songs of the Georgia/Carolina sea island region into infectiously rocking numbers with jazz trumpet, gospel vocals, and rocki
Peter Karp has carved out his own unique niche as one of the finest contemporary Americana and blues artists around, singer-songwriter, slide guitarist and pianist. Tickets are $24.50. Reserve your ticket today.
Kelly and Pete are known to play pop, classic rock, blues, country and hip hop. Fun duo for a Saturday night!
Luke & The Troublemakers have been together for over 20 Years and play songs from the '70s and '80s. Come on by and check them out!
Enjoy brunch at The Inn at Millrace Pond. Menu looks delicious. Reserve your spot today by calling 908-459-4884.
Come to Race Farm Cafe & Creamery for a unique workshop where you’ll learn how to create a 20”x30” piece of chalkboard art on an art board (like the one pictured) to celebrate your family name!
Morris Canal Bread Lock Park is open daily until dusk, but the museum is open the second Sunday of the month from 1-4 p.m. Lock 7 West near New Village was known as "Bread Lock" because the store at the end of the lock sold goods to the boatmen, including homemade bread and pies.
Join Four Sisters Winery for a murder mystery storyline just waiting to be solved. There's a cast of characters, a murderer, a victim and detectives to unravel the storyline.
Continuing
During the months of February and March, join your St. Patrick’s Grand Marshals and other local celebrities for a good time as they help serve drinks and mingle from 6pm-close to support the St. Patrick’s Parade committee. These bar crawl nights will lead up to the 10th Annual St.
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 is a kids after school art workshop for grades K-2 with Miss Jenna. The children will learn the foundation of drawing skills and color theory through interactive games and fun drawing sessions. Children can be walked over from Mnt.
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!
Community Corner
Washington BID is going to honor Frantoni Fashions for Men, ALBEA, Gibsons Fitness Center, and Dave's Friendly Service at the Recognition Reception. Frantoni Fashions for Men, a staple in Downtown Washington for nearly 40 years, will be honored as the WBID's Outstanding Business.
The Warren County Arts group meeting will feature Pam Dulaff leading a DIY Workshop in the acrylic painting of lilacs with q-tips in a mason jar. The public is welcome. Refreshments will be served. There will be a $3 fee for non-members for refreshments.
Plan Ahead
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.
Enjoy a dinner with your sweetheart on Valentine's Day! There is a 5 course menu for $65 per person.
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!
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?
Winner of the 1998 Tony Award for Best Play and Winner of the 1996 Olivier Award for Best Comedy, 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.
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.
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.
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.
Join The Willows for an afternoon of laughs and a dinner! Here are some details behind the storyline. You are a special guest to the mother of the year pageant.
The First and (Only) Amish Stand-Up Comedian in the world, with 25 years of show business experience. Sponsored by the North Warren Midget Football League to raise funds for uniforms. Light snacks will be provided. BYOB /BYO appetizers.