"We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." - Thomas Jefferson, 3rd US President, primary author of the Declaration of Independence
In honor of tomorrow's Independence Day holiday, we'll start this weekend's Wanderings with a quote from the document that helped set this great nation on its course to freedom and independence, and with a photo of a splendid example of our national emblem, the bald eagle, taken right here in Warren County recently by Kent Sweigert. Read on for ideas on where you can pursue your happiness. Happy Birthday, America, Happy Independence Day to all, and Happy Wanderings!
A Latin music artist who plays contemporary hits as well, Jesse likes to engage his audience by handing out percussion instruments and encouraging them to dance.
Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division of Land Preservation.
Spend the day in Blairstown for some good old-fashioned Independence Day family fun. There will be live music and delicious food, shopping, historical displays and tours, geocaching, plus many community organizations for you to connect with.
Summertime is here! Enjoy an afternoon of wine, food, and music featuring the Darla Rich Jazz Trio. Enjoy your favorite Alba wine by the glass or bottle paired with freshly made wood-fired pizzas and other culinary treats from our own Chef Anthony.
Celebrate Independence in Washington all day long with a parade, and live music at night with the fireworks.
Bring the family to enjoy the music of Janci & Berry. Fresh, local & friendly. Dinner with music is from 6-9 p.m.
Relax to the sounds of the BC Combo. Live, cheerful, and upbeat music - $5 cover. 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.
Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!
The '50s, '60s and '70s music with classic country and more is the style that Janci and Berry bring to Four Sisters Winery.
With lavender in full bloom, enjoy a relaxing afternoon creating two beautiful scented projects from this fragrant herb. We will make a 6” heart-shaped fresh lavender wreath and a lavender wand woven with ribbon – delightful decorations for your home. Lavender refreshments will be served.
Relax to the sounds of Catmoondaddy. 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.
Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!
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.
Singer guitarist, Bill Ihling started playing in bands back when Jimmy Carter was president. He grew up in the middle of the liberating '60s, but was made to listen to bands like Herb Albert and the Tijuana Band not "Rock & Roll".
Zaire was founded in 1981 by three high school friends (Mike DiCenso, Jim Leahey and Matt Pisani). They started as a 3-piece acoustic trio, playing classic rock with an emphasis on strong 3-part harmonies.
Discover the wizarding world of Harry Potter in beautiful Warren County! For an eighth summer, Rutherfurd Hall, a spectacular Tudor mansion in Allamuchy, will be transformed into Hogwart’s Castle and becomes the setting for a Harry themed camp.
Come explore, experiment, and experience the outdoors! They will explore the local wildlife and create numerous crafts from natural materials. Campers will experiment with different types of hands-on rocket projects.
Bring your little farmer(s) to Donaldson Farms to enjoy a pony ride, hayride farm tour, horse/pony craft, a healthy snack, storytime and sandbox playtime. This session is limited to 28 participants.
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.
Enjoy music in the park. Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division of Land Preservation.
Celebrate Independence in Washington all day long with a parade, and live music at night with the fireworks.
Reading is important all year!
Join certified instructors every Wednesday at 6pm for beginning yoga and Qi-Gong (2nd Wednesday of every month). Classes are $5 per person and held at the John R. Fisher Pavilion. Please bring your own mat (Yoga) and wear comfortable, non-constrictive clothing.
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 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.
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.
Asbury United Methodist Church holds its annual festival at Oxford Furnace Lake. One Hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit the Asbury UMC community based assistance missions, and the Oxford Lake Youth Organization who provides free programs for local Warren County youth.
Ever wanted to learn how to fish? Learn about fish biology and identification, casting techniques, equipment, knot tying and more. Discussions will be followed by an actual trout fishing experience in their Education Pond. This program is geared for ages 8 years and above.
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!
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.
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.
Sponsored by the Garden State Wine Growers Association, check out the wine cellars and taste some wine as it ages.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Sorry, this has been canceled! Join the Lafflady, a grandmother from Morris Plains and winner of the Gilda’s Club Laugh-Off comedy contest. Marion blends topical humor with wry observations about domestic life that will keep you laughing long after the program ends!
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.
Stop the presses! This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit inspires everyone to fight for what's right and seize the day. It's time to carry the banner with Disney's Newsies!
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.
Sorry but this dinner is sold out! The murders continue at Four Sisters Winery! It's just for fun during our Murder Mystery Dinners. The event begins with a formal wine tasting, followed by a delicious dinner of baked ziti, meatballs, garden salad, bread & dessert.
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.
