“Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” - allegedly Benjamin Franklin, but not so. Franklin wrote in a letter to a friend, “Behold the rain which descends from heaven upon our vineyards, and which incorporates itself with the grapes to be changed into wine; a constant proof that God loves us, and loves to see us happy!” While he was known to enjoy beer, Ben Franklin was first and foremost a great lover of wine.
What does all this have to do with a beautiful rain-dropped flower, you ask? Nothing! However, with two of our breweries celebrating anniversaries this weekend, and all four wineries offering live music, a beer/wine quote seemed appropriate. This week's photo, snapped the other day in Blairstown by Erin Burnett, is just one of the many natural wonders of Warren County. (Although, rain did descend from the heavens upon the flowers, so there you go!) And the mountain laurel is in full bloom around the area, too, so head to the Delaware Water Gap and Kittatinny Ridge for a hike to experience that in all its glory.
In addition to the coming week's events, in Plan Ahead you will find ideas for celebrating Father's Day and Independence Day. But first things first! Let's not get ahead of ourselves, and enjoy the week before us - which promises to usher in cooler weather. There’s plenty of live music, tasty treats and good company to be had. Happy Wanderings!
Are you interested in textile weaving? Please join Kathy's Kove for this free event with Amy Haines, one of our needlework instructors! Amy will demonstrate various styles of weaving on looms of many shapes and sizes.
Looms will be available for you to try different styles and methods.
Just in time for farmer's market season! Flowerland Growers is offering an opportunity to create your own herb garden. Perfect to use for cooking or just to enjoy!
Do you often grow an excess of vegetables in your garden or buy fresh produce in bulk when it is in season, and don't know what to do with it all? Sherri Cirignano, MS, RDN, LDN and Warren County FCHS Educator & Associate Professor, will be presenting on how to safely preserve food.
Join Alba every Saturday and Sunday 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.
Spend part of your afternoon at Brook Hollow Winery and Event Facility for live music. Enjoy three days of music with Rich Ortiz Friday evening, SAGE on Saturday and Bill Ruddy on Sunday.
No reservations required this year! Doors open @ 5pm, music starts around 6:30pm.
Pick strawberries, have fun in the activity area, or do both! Join VonThun Farms to celebrate everything strawberry, even homemade strawberry donuts!
Czig Meister Brewing invites you to celebrate its 5th anniversary with a special tap list, live music, food vendors, and a handmade artisan market. Customers will be able to purchase and drink their beer within the market. This is a family and dog friendly event.
Come enjoy the beautiful view and live music on the deck with pianists Richie G and Dylan Carter.
Join Alba every Saturday and Sunday afternoon for wine, food, and music! Joe Wagner Jazz Trio on Saturday and The VooDUDES on Sunday (pictured). All guests must be 21+
This weekend's music features Joe Izen and Corinne Mammana. Joe has played with Joe Crocker, Richie Havens, Mad Dogs & Englishmen and other luminaries and is the voice of many commercials including Coke, Chrysler, Dole Fruit, Folgers & Long John Silvers.
Join Buck Hill for their 5th anniversary complete with great food, great beer and live music by Andie Baldwin.
Come out for a night of live music featuring Video Daze Saturday June 12. Video Daze is an '80s tribute band featuring rock songs of the era.
UACNJ provides free public programs at the atronomy 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.
Enjoy classic rock and request played by the masters along with dancing and outdoor seating.
Join RVC’s new Stewardship Coordinator, Allison Severino, to explore the beauty of Muckshaw Ponds Preserve, located in Newton. This is the latest addition to the RVC family of preserves.
An interactive story-line is non-stop amusement from beginning to end. Can you identify the perpetrator as you and your fellow gumshoes enjoy a hilarious and equally mystifying evening? You will be a hand selected character who evolves as the story unravels.
Chef Anthony, Trattoria Di Fiore, will host an exceptional 4-course, seasonal dinner paired with Alba's estate wines with relaxing music by pianist Dave Roth.
Reservations are required. Seating is outdoors under the arbor.
Lopatcong's weekly summer music series continues with The VooDUDES.
The band's music cites a variety of influences, infusing Gulf Coast, Zydeco, Rock, Blues, Country & Honky-Tonk, at times creating a “JerZydeco” concoction.
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Join Alba every Saturday and Sunday 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.
Czig Meister Brewing invites you to celebrate its 6th anniversary with a special tap list, live music, food vendors, and a handmade artisan market. Each member of our team has designed and brewed a small specialty batch of beer to share with you.
What better way to celebrate than with a Lobster Boil! Each boil includes a complimentary drink, lobster, clams, shrimp, sausage, corn, potatoes and dessert. Cost is $69 per person.
Details on their website.
Czig Meister Brewing invites you to celebrate its 8 years with a beer of the day, live music, food vendors, and a handmade artisan market.
This is a family and dog friendly event.
After the great success of last year's online auction, Habitat for Humanity is bringing it back with the opportunity to purchase tickets to a virtual comedy show with comic juggler Michael Rosman.
Habitat for Humanity's annual Beams and Dreams Fundraiser offers a gourmet buffet, outstanding entertainment and live and silent auctions. Hosted by Hawk Pointe Golf Club, the evening will feature a performance by vocal impressionist Eric Kearns, the star of “Voices of Legends”.
Habitat for Humanity's annual Beams and Dreams Fundraiser offers a gourmet buffet, outstanding entertainment and live and silent auctions. Hosted by Hawk Pointe Golf Club, the evening will feature Grover Kemble and the Noble Brothers. $100 per ticket, discounts available for pairs and groups.
Washington Business Improvement District is celebrating sustainability and healthy living options. Attendees can enjoy live music and activities for children while parents can browse for renewable product options offering green living solutions. Free admission and held rain or shine!
An afternoon of family fun, including games, sports, yoga, giveaways and music! Special appearances by Emmy-nominated rapper/actor, T.O.N.E.-z, as well as Magician and Art-Bullying Educator, Michael Kirschner.
Celebrate Father’s Day in grand style at Four Sisters Winery as we pay tribute to all dads. Roasted pork and ribs are the focus of this wonderful day on the farm. No need to worry about the weather as the celebration takes place under the party tent.
Celebrate Independence in Washington all day long with a parade, and live music at night with the fireworks.
Emmy-nominated rapper/actor, T.O.N.E.-z will grace the stage once again! Join in the fun with basketball tournaments, a d.j., free food, giveaways and so much more!
