Warren County Wanderings

Starting July 6, 2022

“We might think we’re nurturing our garden, but of course it’s our garden that is really nurturing us.” – Jenny Uglow, English biographer, historian, critic and publisher.

This little guy knows Blairstown Farmers' Market is serving up the good stuff, including his very own Grown in Warren/Explore Warren County swag bag! You can snag one of your own (while supplies last) with purchase at other local farmers markets including Hackettstown, Washington Borough, and Phillipsburg - opening this weekend at Shappell Park.

Check out opening night of RENT at Centenary Stage Company this week while Country Gate Players is introducing a movie matinee series happening every Sunday in July with discussion and popcorn. Barefoot Grape Stomping is back this month with two opportunities to get in the mushy fun. And the county's heritage museums are open this Sunday, complete with knowledgeable staff ready to answer your questions. In addition to its usual concert series - this week's performer is Na'Bodach - Shippen Manor is featuring a new lecture series.

And so much more! Read on, and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up

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.

Tickets are on sale now for Centenary Stage Company's RENT. Set in the East Village of New York City, this timeless story is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today.

Get to the Draught House this Thursday for Sick Star Nation, an acoustic high energy cover band.

Start your month off right with live music Thursdays at Czig Meister's. Every first Thursday of the month will be a new local artist. All music will be in the biergarten under the tents. This week features the acoustic sounds of Mary Hubley, known as Maribyrd and her Byrdtu

It’s time to groove in the gazebo! Raymond will have everyone singing along as we play with bubbles and parachutes. All the little rockers in the audience will have musical instruments galore to use.

The music series is held the second weekend of the month from May through December in the beautiful sanctuary of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Hope, NJ, this week featuring the Jesse Bardwell Band.

How well do you know music, bands or singers? Get your trivia on for a chance to win prizes, sing along and enjoy some great beers!

Come find your treasure! Some vendor spots still available. Call 908-475-2771 or 908-619-1351. Food and baked goods available.

Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at Dark Moon Preserve. Tasks will include spreading woodchips near the trailhead and gravel in the parking lot.

Are you ready for a stomping good time? Well, now is your chance to be a part of an exclusive social event at Four Sisters Winery. The Barefoot Grape Stomping is a one-of-a-kind experience; surely to intoxicate all your senses. It's a unique opportunity you don’t want to miss!

Release stress, get exercise and view the swans, turtles and other birds and wildlife that call Allamuchy Pond their home. Canoes and single, and tandem kayaks will be available. An ACA-certified canoe and kayak instructor and lifeguard will be at the dock to provide assistance.

Looking for a chance to get off the couch and do some cycling with a local group? Want to reward yourself with craft beer after your ride? Head out to Buttzville every other Sunday through October 30. Arrive by 9:30am and rides leave at 10am sharp.

Phillipsburg's first open air market is starting in July and runs through October. There will be vendors, baked goods, farms and artisans.

For the month of August, Warren County's two museums located at historic Morris Canal sites will be open the third Sunday.

Docents will be available to greet visitors and share the history of the Manor, its people, and the local industrial history of Oxford. We are offering tours of the main floor of the building. The last tour begins at 3:30pm.

BCT introduce basic military & police firearm concepts, and then provide the opportunity to practice interactively with training guns - there is no live fire!

Each screening will be hosted and introduced by Country Gate troupe members, with a group discussion to follow.

Local author Richard Dalrymple will be discussing "Prominent People of Montana Mountain" (Harmony Township). He is a member of the Warren County Historical & Genealogical Society.

Na'Bodach is a favrorite from Central New Jersey to Eastern Pennsylvania combining acoustic and electric instruments to fuse musical influences such Funk, Progressive Rock, Irish, Scot, American Folk, Blues and Classical in Scottish-Celtic Electric Fusion.

Set sail with magical storyteller Conrad Cologne in an action packed reading adventure! Children and families will be introduced to ocean themed stories that are brought to life with hilarious, interactive magic!

Please register for this event!

Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at Dark Moon Preserve. Tasks will include spreading woodchips near the trailhead and gravel in the parking lot.

Ahoy there, matey! Set sail with us on a thrilling action-packed adventure about a crew of quirky pirates marooned on a desert island. Throughout the story, explore the incredible science behind clouds, physical and chemical changes, air pressure, and more!

Phillipsburg's first open air market is starting in July and runs through October. There will be vendors, baked goods, farms and artisans.

Shippen Manor Talks presents "Black History of Warren County, Leaving a Legacy" with Ina Walls. Her interest in Black History began in her early teens and continues to this day. Her presentation will relate to some of the people and families that contributed to the growth of the Warren Co. area.

Are you ready for a stomping good time? Well, now is your chance to be a part of an exclusive social event at Four Sisters Winery. The Barefoot Grape Stomping is a one-of-a-kind experience; surely to intoxicate all your senses. It's a unique opportunity you don’t want to miss!

Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy. Like all other activities, we recognize that COVID concerns have had an impact on how individuals perform volunteer work.

Get to the Draught House this Thursday for Sick Star Nation, an acoustic high energy cover band.

Are you ready for a stomping good time? Well, now is your chance to be a part of an exclusive social event at Four Sisters Winery. The Barefoot Grape Stomping is a one-of-a-kind experience; surely to intoxicate all your senses. It's a unique opportunity you don’t want to miss!

Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy. RVC will be doing some repair work on a wooden stream crossing bridge, in addition to invasive plants/shrub control within Beech Ridge Preserve.

Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy. RVC will be doing some repair work on a wooden stream crossing bridge, in addition to invasive plants/shrub control within Beech Ridge Preserve.

How well do you know music, bands or singers? Get your trivia on for a chance to win prizes, sing along and enjoy some great beers!

Are you ready for a stomping good time? Well, now is your chance to be a part of an exclusive social event at Four Sisters Winery. The Barefoot Grape Stomping is a one-of-a-kind experience; surely to intoxicate all your senses. It's a unique opportunity you don’t want to miss!

BCT introduce basic military & police firearm concepts, and then provide the opportunity to practice interactively with training guns. There is no live fire.

How well do you know music, bands or singers? Get your trivia on for a chance to win prizes, sing along and enjoy some great beers!

"Black History of Warren County" with Ina Walls. Ms. Walls grew up in Anderson, NJ, a black community for over 80 years. This is a free event and open to everyone. Refreshments to be served.

 

BCT introduce basic military & police firearm concepts, and then provide the opportunity to practice interactively with training guns. There is no live fire.

How well do you know music, bands or singers? Get your trivia on for a chance to win prizes, sing along and enjoy some great beers!

Docents will be available to give tours of the Manor and the history of the people and the local industry of Oxford.

Get to the Draught House this Thursday for Sick Star Nation, an acoustic high energy cover band.

Docents will be available to greet visitors and share the history of the Manor, its people, and the local industrial history of Oxford. We are offering tours of the main floor of the building. The last tour begins at 3:30pm.

Brenda is a local author discussing the history of Broadway, N.J. She will be selling her books, Stepping Back in Time: A Brief History of the Village of Broadway, Warren Co., NJ and Blackberry Winter Dormant Vines.

Jesse Bardwell of the Quimby Mountain Band and the Noble Brothers are back in the beautiful sanctuary of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Hope, NJ.

Get to the Draught House this Saturday for the full band Sick Star Nation, an acoustic high energy cover band.

Phillipsburg's first open air market will have their Grand Opening June 18 with a garland cutting. There will be vendors, baked goods, farms and artisans.

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.

Phillipsburg's first open air market will have their Grand Opening June 18 with a garland cutting. There will be vendors, baked goods, farms and artisans.

Release stress, get exercise and view the swans, turtles and other birds and wildlife that call Allamuchy Pond their home. Canoes and single, and tandem kayaks will be available. An ACA-certified canoe and kayak instructor and lifeguard will be at the dock to provide assistance.

Docents will be available to greet visitors and share the history of the Manor, its people, and the local industrial history of Oxford. We are offering tours of the main floor of the building. The last tour begins at 3:30pm.

Get to the Draught House this Thursday for Sick Star Nation, an acoustic high energy cover band.

Phillipsburg's first open air market will have their Grand Opening June 18 with a garland cutting. There will be vendors, baked goods, farms and artisans.

Shippen Manor docent, Cat, in 18th century period clothing

Docents will be available to greet visitors and share the history of the Manor, its people, and the local industrial history of Oxford. We are offering tours of the main floor of the building. The last tour begins at 3:30pm.

Release stress, get exercise and view the swans, turtles and other birds and wildlife that call Allamuchy Pond their home. Canoes, single, and tandem kayaks will be available. An ACA-certified canoe and kayak instructor and lifeguard will be at the dock to provide assistance.

Get to the Draught House this Thursday for Sick Star Nation, an acoustic high energy cover band.

Shippen Manor docent, Cat, in 18th century period clothing

Docents will be available to greet visitors and share the history of the Manor, its people, and the local industrial history of Oxford. We are offering tours of the main floor of the building. The last tour begins at 3:30pm.

"Killer Shore" - The True Story of Hitler's U-boats of the New Jersey Coast presented by HHS. This is a free event and light refreshments will be provided.

How well do you know music, bands or singers? Get your trivia on for a chance to win prizes, sing along and enjoy some great beers!

The Phillipsburg Farmers Market is a producer-only market that features fresh, high-quality produce and meats. Plus, local artisan baked goods, plants, pickles, flowers, plant proteins, healthy meals to take home as well as hot prepared foods and beverages.

Docents will be available to greet visitors and share the history of the Manor, its people, and the local industrial history of Oxford. We are offering tours of the main floor of the building. The last tour begins at 3:30pm.

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.

Join magical storyteller Conrad Cologne in a laughter-filled and interactive reading adventure!

Continuing

Market Price - Choice of: 6 oz. Filet $60, Dry Aged Pork Chop $50, Salmon Fish $45.

All served with seasonal vegetables, potato, and salad. Charcuterie A La Carte- $20.

Registration Fee - $25 non-refundable table fee.

Join Alba every Saturday and Sunday afternoon for wine, food, and music! All guests must be 21+

Join Alba every Friday and Saturday evening for wine, food, and music!  All guests must be 21+

Upcoming performers:     
June 24- Kellen Pisani, guitarist 
June 25- Walt Bibinger, guitarist

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

Brook Hollow continues live music.

Lopatcong's weekly summer music series continues with Big Easy Easton Brass, bringing the Mardi Gras spirit to the park.

Get ready for another summer of music at Flynn's!

July summer music continues at Panther Pub continues this weekend!

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

Held each Saturday in downtown Washington borough through October 1, the market runs along Route 57, anchored in the Pocket Park located at 44 E. Washington Ave. 

 

June music continues at the Pergola.

July 2 - Dave Read
July 3 - Lou Pompilio
July 9 - Ken Papa
July 10 - Joe Izen

Live music at  Tiptons continues.

"The Life and Legacy of Charles Messier" presented by Bill Murray.

Every Saturday this summer, Waterloo is open and showcasing the Canal Museum and Highlands Boat Exhibit. In addition, the Gristmill and Smith Store will be open, and village tours will be given.

Other buildings will also be open, as well as the village Visitor Center.

Little Learning Farmers is a child-and-adult activity session happening on Tuesdays in the summer unless otherwise stated. It's perfect for parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles, and their Little Farmer(s) to enjoy a fun and educational morning on the farm.

Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 18th season of Cruise night.

Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.

Music Line Up 2022

Music Unites Us All is a music togetherness class for senior citizens and kids hosted by certified music therapist, Julianna Altonjy. This service is a $5 fee.

Get ready for another great summer at Rutherfurd Hall! One week sessions from July through August featuring sports, nature, arts and crafts, offsite trips to the pool and more!

Register online!

"Life Cycle of Stars" presented Walt Windish, AAI.

"My Journey into Deep Space Astrophotography" presented by Mike Dzwinczyk, MMAS.

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

Market Price - Choice of: 6 oz. Filet $60, Dry Aged Pork Chop $50, Salmon Fish $45.

All served with seasonal vegetables, potato, and salad. Charcuterie A La Carte- $20.

Join Alba every Friday and Saturday evening for wine, food, and music!  All guests must be 21+

Upcoming performers:     
August 5 - Dan DeChellis, pianist
August 6 - Dave Roth, pianist

Join Alba every Saturday and Sunday afternoon for wine, food, and music! All guests must be 21+

Brook Hollow continues live music.

Get ready for another summer of music at Flynn's!


August 5    Zaire
August 12  Harmony Garage Band
August 19  Truth & Soul
August 26  GruviTune

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

Every Saturday this summer, Waterloo is open and showcasing the Canal Museum and Highlands Boat Exhibit. In addition, the Gristmill and Smith Store will be open, and village tours will be given.

Other buildings will also be open, as well as the village Visitor Center.

Held each Saturday in downtown Washington borough through October 1, the market runs along Route 57, anchored in the Pocket Park located at 44 E. Washington Ave. 

 

Live Music all weekend!

August 6 - Chuck Schubert 
August 7 - Allan Willcockson
August 20 - John Cain 
August 21 - Just Jeff

"What's Up in the August Sky?" presented by Lonny Buinis, RVCC.

Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 19th season of Cruise night.

Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.

Music Line Up 2023

Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 19th season of Cruise night.

Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.

Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 19th season of Cruise night.

Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.

Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 19th season of Cruise night.

Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.

Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 19th season of Cruise night.

Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.

Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 20th season of Cruise night.

Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.

Music Line Up 2024

Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 20th season of Cruise night.

Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.

Music Line Up 2024

Chef Jack as he fires up the grill for a special evening under the Arbor!

Menu includes an entree which comes with a twice baked potato and a summer vegetable medley

Joe's Steak Shop is hosting their 20th season of Cruise night.

Plan on meeting old friends, making new ones, see outstanding cars, and live music. Bring a friend, a chair, and enjoy the music, cars, and delicious food and drinks.

Music Line Up 2024