Lehigh Valley's Nakked Soul Band brings R&B and Funk to Lopatcong Park! Check them out! Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division of Land Preservation.
Starting July 10, 2019
“It’s a sure sign of summer if the chair gets up when you do.” - Walter Winchell (1897-1972), American newspaper gossip columnist and radio news commentator
Thanks for the chuckle, Walter Winchell! We all wanted summer to arrive, and here it is! Take a deep breath and enjoy the view of sunset on Mountain Lake.
Where to begin? Summer camps (for kids and adults), a craft show, a triathlon at the aforementioned Mountain Lake, two live theater productions (in air conditioning!), informative workshops, wine tasting, and live music all over the place! But wait, there's more! Read on, stay cool, and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Hackettstown celebrates its diverse and exciting dining options with the 6th Annual Restaurant Week “Passport to HKTWN” from Friday, July 11 through Sunday, July 28, 2019.
Our wildly popular Camp Musky is no longer just for kids! The programs are just as fun as kid camp, but designed for busy adults - one day long! They are for ages 15 and above (younger children with adults; seek approval from Kyle Richter). Pick and choose one program or all eight!
Bobby Clark Band plays rock/country music - and plays it hard! Come back every Thursday in the Summer at Shappell Park in conjunction with the Community Farmers Markets.
Nunsense begins when the Little Sisters of Hoboken discover that their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters, and they are in dire need of funds for the burials. The sisters decide that the best way to raise the money is to put on a variety show, so they take over the school auditorium, which is currently set up for the eighth grade production of “Grease.” Here we meet Reverend Mother Regina, a former circus performer; Sister Mary Hubert, the Mistress of Novices; a streetwise nun from Brooklyn named Sister Robert Anne; Sister Mary Leo, a novice who is a wannabe ballerina; and the delightfully wacky Sister Mary Amnesia, the nun who lost her memory when a crucifix fell on her head. Featuring star turns, tap and ballet dancing, an audience quiz, and comic surprises, this show has become an international phenomenon.
Stop in and take a look at all the plants that butterflies are attracted to! Wander through the perennial gardens and bring home a few favorites with you.
Summer Nights on the Farm is Friday night neighborhood favorite featuring farm-fresh food, live music, kid activities, and good friends! Bring your own picnic blanket, favorite lawn chair, and beverage.
Unwind from the week and relax under the arbor enjoying great wine, food, and music. Starting at noon, on-site Chef Anthony Fiore will have the following culinary treats available for purchase: freshly made wood-fired Pizza, Caprese Salad, Paninis, and Charcuterie.
Flynn's the ultimate Friday night destination in Phillipsburg, and a show by the Johnny Jukebox Band will be epic! Call 908-454-0011 for more info.
Join a 2-3 mile guided hike over moderate terrain with a NJ Woodland Steward and look for the creatures of the twilight: moths, lightning bugs and bats! Learn about natural bat habitat and why some bats are in jeopardy. A short informal presentation will precede the hike. Wear comfortable shoes.
This one-of-a-kind triathlon at Mountain Lake in Liberty Township includes a ¼ mile swim, a 15 mile bike ride and a three mile run, and benefits The Arc of Warren County. This is a USAT sanctioned triathlon and teams or individuals are welcome to participate.
The wildly popular Camp Musky is no longer just for kids! The programs are just as fun as kid camp, but designed for busy adults - one day long! They are for ages 15 and above (younger children with adults; seek approval from Kyle Richter). Pick and choose one program or all eight!
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.
Wilbur's has been hosting craft fairs for 39 years! Featuring 40+ craftspeople and artists from four states, with jewelry, pottery, quilting, folk art, dolls, decorative signs and country wood items, silk and dried flower arrangements, stained glass creations, pillows, toys, children’s clothes, bird houses and much more.
It’s alive! Come create your own bug eating masterpiece by planting a trio of carnivores in an 8” clay pot. Learn about Venus Fly Traps, sundews, and pitcher plants and how to grow and maintain them in living sphagnum moss. All materials provided. Cost is $49.
Sponsored by the Garden State Wine Growers Association, check out the wine cellars and taste some wine as it ages.
The '50s, '60s and '70s music with classic country and more is the style that Janci and Berry bring to Four Sisters Winery.
Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Warren County welcomes back Debra Naha, nutritionist and wild edibles forager this summer! Debra will show you what can be eaten, as well as what should not be eaten through PowerPoint and hands-on learning outdoors.
Join Emma Rimi for a fun filled afternoon, creating and designing a vessel for your favorite plant friend. Each person will be able to create a planter and a saucer. Before firing, planters will be approximately 6” high by 3.5” wide.
Relax to the sounds of Barbie Tatum, whose soulful voice instantly captures audiences. 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.
Enjoy free live music from this popular local duo with family, friends, and delicious wines!
Grill it up with on-site Chef Anthony Fiore on Saturday evenings! Hours: 5-9pm on July 13 and August 10. Cost is $55/person plus tax - All wine sold separately. Reservations are required by calling 908-995-7800.
Relax with some Yin Yoga in the fields of lavender in the evening summer sky. Bring a mat, blanket, your own yoga props and a relaxed mind. Yin yoga is a gentle, relaxing yoga practice for any level student.
This will be a great evening of music in a beautiful setting. Relax and enjoy the Villa Milagro Vinyards' wine and hospitality on a summer night. Alex Radus will perform tunes from the American Songbook along with R&B favorites.
Listen to a great '80s band while you eat and have a drink!
An acoustic duo that performs a wide variety of music throughout the tri-state area.
Join yoga teacher Kate McGuiness for a 30-minute paddle on the quiet, early morning water of White Lake. With no focus on destination, we will explore rhythmic breathing and paddling, as well as quiet meditation on the water. Registration limited due to number of kayaks/canoes available.
Join Stewardship Coordinator Carla Lee Lewis and Margaret Schiller to explore Greendell Ridge Preserve. The preserve is a large, unbroken forest complex, providing excellent habitat for interior forest species.
Dylan Carter returns to Four Sisters Winery. Enjoy the vocal/piano stylings of Dylan as he plays songs from the '60s, '70s and more.
Relax to the sounds of Frank DiBussolo 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.
Warren County's two museums at Morris Canal sites are both open for the afternoon. Journey underground on a guided tour through the 165-foot tailrace tunnel into the turbine chamber, and see other canal artifacts in the museum. Meanwhile, the Warren Heritage Museum at Bread Bread Lock Park also is open, featuring displays that interpret history along the Warren Heritage Scenic Byway. Shippen Manor, the restored 18th century iron master’s mansion, is located 1/4 mile west of the Route 31/Wall Street intersection in Oxford, on Belvidere Avenue.
A popular local duo, Stan & Elise return to Brook Hollow to perform a mix of classic '60s tunes, contemporary favorites and jazz standards.
The Blairstown Historic Preservation Committee commemorates the 250th anniversary of Benjamin Smyth's death in 1769. Mr.
Prepare for an adventure! Campers, ages 9-13 will leave all modern conveniences behind as they build an emergency shelter, learn primitive fire building skills, navigate using a compass, and learn how to handle basic first aid emergencies.
The magic continues as young wizards and witches participate in new activities, attend new classes, and experience plenty of surprises. Wizarding folk will also enjoy many old favorites such as Quidditch, dueling, and competing for the house cup.
Please read Alba's COVID-19 policy and spend some time outdoors to enjoy
MUSIC IS BACK at FSW! All tables are set up for appropriate social distance and the event will be conducted with CDC standards. From Billy Joel to Elton John to the Eagles, Dylan Carter plays a variety of styles that we like to affectionately call classic rock. Reservations required.
Continuing
Reading is important all year!
Relax and do some yoga every Wednesday evening beginning June 12 through September 18. Find your breathe and peace of mind as you practice yoga in the fresh air with sweeping views of our vegetable crop fields and fruit orchard and a chance to view a spectacular sunset!
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.
Join certified Yoga Teacher Kate McGuiness for a one hour, all levels Hatha Yoga class. All levels of experience are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing, bring water and a yoga mat.
Join us every Sunday for a great day of farm fresh food, amazing rustic decor, beautiful flowers and some adorable adoptable dogs. Open each Sunday 9am to 1pm until August 25.
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.
Parents can enjoy a morning off while their kids enjoy a fun and educational morning filled with healthy activities and cooking! Class will include 25 minutes of fitness activities followed by recipe review, grocery shopping skills, nutrition lessons, food preparation and a healthy lunch.
This weekly Farmers’ Market offers quality fruits and vegetables as well as specialty items with special events throughout the season, from 10am-2pm every Saturday through September 26. The market runs along Route 57, anchored in the Pocket Park located at 44 E. Washington Ave.
Community Corner
Have some coffee and then head on to Meadow Breeze Park and listen to Witness Gospel Group. There will be a pot luck picnic afterwards. Call 908-689-3720.
Help our friends the pollinators, then get crafty! Jerry Schneider will present interesting facts on local pollinators like butterflies, bats, and bees. Learn how to build and maintain habitats that help these important creatures.
In this workshop for ages 12-18, fashion designer Pamela Ptak will show you how to turn your cosplay ideas into beautiful costumes you'll love to wear. View examples of her costume work & her preparatory illustrations.