Starting July 21, 2021

"Fly, Dragonfly, fly! Spread your wings, take off to the skies, follow the blowing winds!"- OnlyEggy, poet

These little critters come in so many colors, it’s hard to ignore when one lands on your porch or flowers. This blue beauty was spotted by Erin Burnett on the edge of a small pond at Maple Hill Preserve in Blairstown.

Speaking of color, Wanderings aims to show you the way to plenty of local Warren County color! Visit Washington Borough Farmers’ Market to meet Seashell Santa for Christmas in July, and/or learn to paint beautiful sunflowers at VonThun Farms and take one home. The Third Annual Arc of Warren County Food Truck Festival at Donaldson Farms is complete with games and face painting, while Mountain Lake Fire Company is hosting its Car, Truck, Tractor and Bike show on Sunday.

The area’s live music scene is flourishing! Be sure to read the Plan Ahead section for some exciting concerts coming up next weekend. So have a look for yourself, and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up

Kids Canvas Painting @ Rutherfurd Hall

Come get creative with ART- stitution while you learn how to paint this Bee-utiful Gnome! We will be painting on stretched canvas with acrylic paint. All ages & abilities welcome. Kids under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Centenary Stage Co. Presents: Broadway Through the Years

FREE EVENT! Limited availability.

Sand Bar Bike Night

Dr. Dick will be spinning your favorite tunes as you enjoy the beautiful river view. Grab a burger or yummy snack and an ice cold drink, bring your friends and meet some new ones!

Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series - TimeWhys

Shappell Park will be rocking this summer with 2021 concert series! There will also be raffle prizes for those that eat at a restaurant in Phillipsburg. The receipt from that night can be added to the raffle for some really nice South Main St Alliance prizes.

Evening Music Under the Arbor @ Alba Vineyard

Join Alba every Friday and Saturday evening for wine, food, and music! All guests must be 21+ Chef Anthony, Trattoria Di Fiore, will be back, with freshly made wood-fired pizza, salad, paninis, and other culinary treats available for purchase.

Weekend Live Music at Brook Hollow Winery featuring Stan and Elise, John Cain and Rich Ortiz

Spend part of your afternoon at Brook Hollow Winery and Event Facility for live music. Enjoy 3 days of music with Stan and Elise Friday evening, John Cain on Saturday and Rich Ortiz on Sunday.

"The Croods- A New Age" Free Movie Night @ Hackettstown Pool Field

Bring a blanket or a chair for a free movie night at Hackettstown Pool Field. The feature movie is "The Croods- A New Age." Sponsored by the Hackettstown Recreation Department.

By the Light of the Buck Moon: Full Moon Hike at Dark Moon Preserve hosted by RVC

Enjoy July Buck Full Moon with a hike at Dark Moon Preserve. We will step out into the night to enjoy the nocturnal wonders of the preserve. We invite you to bring your family - both furry and non-furry.

Amish Outlaws @ Draught House

The Amish Outlaws play at the Boat Stage! Advance tickets on sale. $15 cover charge at the door or come in and purchase your tickets at the bar.

Christmas in July @ Washington Farmers Market

Held each Saturday in downtown Washington borough through October 2 from 10am to 2pm, the market runs along Route 57, anchored in the Pocket Park located at 44 E. Washington Ave. Pretend it's Christmas in July, as Santa visits the market on July 24. Take a selfie with him!

Pick & Paint at Von Thun Farms

During this event you will be guided, step-by-step, by a professional artist from ART•stitution while you learn how to paint a beautiful sunflower on canvas. You will also get to explore Von Thun’s gorgeous sunflower fields and pick your own sunflower to take home!

Plein Air Outing @ Ramsaysburg Homestead

Calling all artists!! We are so pleased to announce our first in-person event of the 2021. Join us for an afternoon of plein air painting and photography at Ramsaysburg Historic Homestead in Delaware, NJ. Bring your easel and paints, camera, lawn chair, water, lunch and any other materials.

3rd Annual ARC of Warren County food Truck Fest @ Donaldson Farms

It's time to kick off the summer with games, face painting, live music and food trucks! Food Truck Fest will feature 12-14 food trucks and fun for the whole family!

Wine and Song Live @ Four Sisters Winery

Enjoy the music of pianist Dylan Carter and singer-songwriter Jackie Rudy while savoring a glass or bottle of your favorite FSW wine on the outdoor deck overlooking the picturesque 250-acre farm. Vineyard View Bistro menu available.

Music under the Pergola at Villa Milagro

This weekend features talented Dave Read on Saturday, and swingsters Ginger & Joe on Sunday. Fun music each day. Pack a picnic to enjoy with Villa Milagro wines.

Afternoon Music Under the Arbor @ Alba Vineyard

Join Alba every Saturday and Sunday afternoon for wine, food, and music! Saturday with Frank DiBussolo Trio (pictured) and Sunday with Eric Mintel Quartet. All guests must be 21+

Jazz Under the Stars featuring Corinne Mammana Quartet

Relax to the soothing sounds of jazz songstress Corinne Mammana and her dynamic quartet. Outdoor summer air, great jazz, fantastic songstress, delicious wines! Bring your snacks! (Carry in, carry out please).

"Night Vision and Astronomy" presented by UACNJ

UACNJ provides free public programs at the astronomy club in Jenny Jump State Forest from April through October on Saturday evenings. The astronomy presentation begins at 8pm and is followed by stargazing on the observatory's telescopes until 10:30pm, weather permitting.

Mountain Lake Fire Company Car, Truck, Bike & Tractor Show

Back for the 6th year! Car, truck, motorcycle, antique firetruck, and antique tractor classes. Custom made trophies. Day-of-show registration: $25. Doors open at 7am and breakfast served. Rain date: August 2.

Cousins Maine Lobster @ the New Jersey Sunflower Trail

Eat lobster and enjoy a stroll down the sunflower trail.

HGB at the Draught House

Come enjoy some good tunes, drinks, and food.

The Amish Outlaws @ Draught House

Come see The Amish Outlaws play at the Boat Stage! $20 cover charge. 21+ event, first come first serve. All ticket sales are non refundable and non transferable.

Mountain Lake Fire Company Car, Truck, Bike & Tractor Show

Back for the 7th year! Car, truck, motorcycle, antique firetruck, and antique tractor classes. Custom made trophies. Day-of-show registration: $25.

By the Light of the Buck Moon: Full Moon Hike at Dark Moon Preserve hosted by RVC

Enjoy July's Buck full moon with a guided hike at Dark Moon Preserve. We will step out into the night to enjoy the nocturnal wonders of the preserve. We invite you to bring your family - both furry and non-furry. Space is limited for this hike and advanced registration is required. This is a free event.

4th Annual ARC of Warren County Food Truck Fest @ Donaldson Farms

It's time to kick off the summer with games, face painting, live music and food trucks! Food Truck Fest will feature 12-14 food trucks and fun for the whole family!

By the Light of the Sturgeon Moon: Full Moon Hike at Dark Moon Preserve hosted by RVC

Enjoy the Sturgeon full moon with a hike at Dark Moon Preserve. We will step out into the night to enjoy the nocturnal wonders of the preserve. We invite you to bring your family - both furry and non-furry.

By the Light of the Hunter Moon: Full Moon Hike at Dark Moon Preserve hosted by RVC

Enjoy the Hunter full moon with a hike at Dark Moon Preserve.

By the Light of the Beaver Moon: Full Moon Hike at Dark Moon Preserve hosted by RVC

Enjoy the Beaver full moon with a hike at Dark Moon Preserve. This hike will be led by RVC President Margaret Schiller.

5th Annual ARC of Warren County Food Truck Fest @ Donaldson Farms

Summer will be in full swing so let's bring the trucks back to the farm! Donaldson Farms has partnered with great organizations for a great event featuring between 12-14 food trucks, live music, games and activities for all ages!

Full Buck Moon Hike at Dark Moon Preserve hosted by RVC

Enjoy the Buck full moon with a hike at Dark Moon Preserve. We will step out into the night to enjoy the nocturnal wonders of the preserve. We invite you to bring your family - both furry and non-furry.

Mountain Lake Fire Company Car, Truck, Bike & Tractor Show

Back for the 8th year! Car, truck, motorcycle, antique firetruck, and antique tractor classes. Custom made trophies. Day-of-show registration: $25.

6th Annual ARC of Warren County Food Truck Fest @ Donaldson Farms

Summer will be in full swing so let's bring the trucks back to the farm! Donaldson Farms has partnered with great organizations for a great event featuring up to 12 food trucks, live music by The Big Fuss and Brian Dean Moore Band, games and activities for all ages!

Car, Truck, Bike & Tractor Show @ Mountain Lake Fire Company

Back for the 9th year! Car, truck, motorcycle, antique firetruck, and antique tractor classes. Custom made trophies. Day-of-show registration: $25.

Continuing

Late Night Thursdays in Hackettstown

The Hackettstown Business Improvement District (BID) is bringing back Late Night Thursdays each week, July 8-August 26. Over 30 businesses will be participating with sales and special events every week.

Barnyard Buddies @ VonThun Farms

Barnyard Buddies is a program that was designed for kids ages 2-8 who have an interest in farm life and love the outdoors.

Blairstown Farmers Market

The Blairstown Farmers Market is in full swing! Come see your favorite local farmers and food producers at the Blairstown Farmers Market!

Warren County Farmers Market

A venue where local farmers, producers, and artisans come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and related products directly to the consumer, located in the parking lot of White Township School (corner of Rts. 46 and 519), Belvidere. Open every Sunday, June-September.

Late Night Thursdays in Hackettstown

The Hackettstown Business Improvement District (BID) is bringing back Late Night Thursdays each week in July through August. Over 30 businesses will be participating with sales and special events every week.

Late Night Thursdays in Hackettstown

The Hackettstown Business Improvement District (BID) is bringing back Late Night Thursdays each week in July through August. Live music or a children’s activity at the Main Street Gazebo. Shop, eat and drink locally with business specials throughout the Hackettstown Business District.

Late Night Thursdays in Hackettstown

Reviews

“Love all the events you cover. I had no idea so much goes on in Warren County.” - Gene S., new Warren County resident

“The return of Warren County Wanderings this year was one of the best things that could happen to Northwest New Jersey! With its vast coverage of all the many wonderful events - both community and professional - which make our region such a special place to live, the Wanderings is a guidepost of discovery and a nexus of community in a culturally rich and environmentally singular area.” - Catherine Rust, General Manager, Centenary Stage Company