Lopatcong Music in the Park series continues with members of the Lopatcong Middle School band performing at 5pm, followed by Jesse Rivera at 6pm. Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Commission
Starting June 13, 2018
"Live music is the cure for what ails ya." - Henry Rollins (American musician, actor, writer)
This week kicks off the free summer music series in two more places, Phillipsburg tomorrow and Shippen Manor in Oxford this Sunday, joining tonight's latest offering in the Lopatcong Music in the Park series that started last week. There are bands scheduled to keep your toes tapping all summer long! Read on for information about this week's shows, and click to see the whole Shippen Manor Lawn Concert schedule here. Today's lead photo to get you in a musical mood is of Taylor Galassi and John Wentz from the band This Way to the Egress when they played Shippen Manor last summer; they'll be back in August. Don't forget Father's Day this Sunday! We've got some great ideas of things to do with dear ol' Dad! Meanwhile, congratulations to Carol Jones of Stewartsville, NJ, who entered our contest at last Saturday's ParkFest @ Bread Lock Park and won a pair of tickets to see the Centenary Stage Company production of the musical Hair this summer. Keep your eyes open for more contests in the future! Happy Father's Day, and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Travel back in time with the old time rock n' roll band Inch & the Echoes in the first of this summer's Shappell Park concerts.
Need to do some stretching? Then, join yoga teacher Kate McGuinness for gentle stretching exercises and meditation at White Lake. One time $15 donation entitles you to participate in all three scheduled classes (6/14, 7/12 and 9/14).
Come create your very own fairy garden! Come anytime between 9am and 3pm. No registration required. $7 to participate. Bring your own container or purchase one. If you have any questions, call 908-475-2228.
Getting married soon? Get ideas to make your day memorable at this wedding expo held at a beautiful farm, featuring wedding vendors, music, food, prizes and more.
A Lehigh Valley cover band known mostly for its unique song selection, tight vocal harmonies, and small but mighty horn section. Flynn's will have plenty of food and drinks; please leave yours at home!
Enjoy the music of Don Elliker and have a nice dinner and drinks.
Listen to a great '80s band while you eat and have a drink!
Dress the part and dance the night away with some '90s tunes.
Come by and listen to some great music. Always a great night at Bea McNally's! 908-813-1900.
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.
This is part of a series of beginner quilting classes. This class covers the creation and application of binding or outer edge of the quilt.The binding is applied to the front of the quilt by machine and to the back of the quilt by hand.
Deep release for more peace incorporates a flow-style yoga class followed by some deep breathing, meditation and journaling techniques. Light refreshments will be served. $45 for the class and you can sign-up here.
Come see "Still Life Stories" by Delia Quigley. A series of emotive photographs garnered from her travels and experiences as a teacher and artist. She will share her intuitive knowledge about choosing subject matter and the art of styling and lighting.
Parents: Have your children make a fun Father's Day Craft. Let them decorate a tie for Dad or Grandpa for a DIY Father's Card!
Enjoy the afternoon with an eclectic mix ranging from '60s British Invasion tunes to country-rock.
Relax to some live music under the arbor. Admission is $15 per person which includes wine tasting or your choice of one glass of wine from the Arbor selection. The wine tasting is complimentary for Gold Club Members.
Sip wine and enjoy live music in a casual atmosphere. Wine for purchase by the bottle or glass at retail value. Bring your own food if you like.
Learn the Ayurvedic approach for food choices to feed your body type! Have you noticed that some foods you consume make you feel great while others slow you down? Learn what body type (dosha) you are and what it craves to bring your body into a state of balance.
Come on down to The Willows for some great food, bar and music entertainment with This Old House!
Join Belvidere Heritage for a special evening of music to benefit Victorian Days. Tickets are only $20 per person, which includes soda, beer and snacks. A full service cash bar and $5 pasta entrees will also be available. Get your ticket today.
This is not your average three-piece acoustic band. They play a wide variety of music from the '60s to the present.
Hang out and listen to a high-energy New Jersey based cover band known for its diverse range in music. Comprised of a mix of well respected and seasoned professionals, the band delivers a great night of fun.
Join RVC Trustee Joel McGreen to hike this 97-acre preserve, a forested tract of land that hosts various deciduous and evergreen species, dominated on the north by hemlocks.
Father's Day special steak menu will be offered along with a free beer for dads.
Time to spend the day with Dad! Enjoy an afternoon with family and friends treating Dad to a special event filled with a wine tasting, food for purchase, live music, and crafters. Admission is $10 for Adults, $5 for children ages 13-20 and free for children 12 and under.
Enjoy the afternoon with your dad! There will be music and food available for purchase.
Food will be from Humpty Jr's (see menu below).
Come celebrate Father’s Day in grand style. Dinner includes succulent pork fresh from the roaster and bbq ribs hot off the grill, baked ziti, baked beans, coleslaw, caesar salad and rolls and a lemon sheet cake topped with strawberry serena glaze topping. Live music by Janci and Berry.
Don't want to cook? Take Dad out for a BBQ buffet. Call 908-813-1900 to make your reservation.
Dads, come enjoy some music, cigars and to potentially win the "Ugly Ties" contest. Enjoy the Loud Guitars of Rocky & his Friends - a local band that regularly rocks out at restaurants and bars from Easton to New Hope, PA. Learn to pair Big Cigars with a great glass of wine.
Enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!
The Warren County Cultural & Heritage Commission is pleased to announce the kickoff of its annual FREE Summer Lawn Concert Series with The SaddleTones at Shippen Manor. "Miss Laurie Ann & The SaddleTones really are rock-boppin country, walking that fine line between 40’s honky-t
Join Casey for an evening of creating rolled paper flowers to decorate a beautiful American flag for your home or to give as a gift. Bring your favorite beverage and snacks to enjoy while you work and we will supply the rest. Cost is $25 per person ~ Pre-registration is required.
Continuing
If you've ever been to White Lake Natural Resource Area, you just get it: nothing beats a warm day paddling, hiking, or relaxing on the lake. Grab a friend and a camera and show us how YOU spend your time at White Lake!
Warren County's annual Senior Art Show is open for viewing during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at the Wayne Dumont, Jr. Administration Building.
Ellen is a Level 1 Certified Qigong Instructor with Supreme Science Qigong Center. Learn and practice a 5 exercise movements and Qigong breath work. Cost is $5.
Relax and do some yoga every Wednesday evening beginning June 6 through September 19. Find your breathe and peace of mind as you practice yoga in the fresh air with sweeping views of our our vegetable crop fields and fruit orchard and a chance to view a spectacular sunset!
Beginning in April, RVC will offer a free weekly youth fishing program known as “Hooked on Fishing not on Drugs (HOFNOD)”. This community program offered to students, ages 12-15yrs old, will run 4/10 - 6/14 (Spring Session) and 6/19- 8/30 (Summer Session), every Tuesday and Thursday, 3:30pm-6pm.
Every Friday, sing your heart out! Bring your instrument, voice, poetry, story or written word. They have the mic and amp.
Join artist and art teacher Suzanne Montgomery for four Friday night lessons exploring portraits through drawing and painting. Lessons will be held at a private barn in Hardwick, NJ on Friday in June from 7-9pm. Donation is $60 and all proceeds go directly towards RVC's efforts to preserve land.
Now that the warmer weather is approaching, you may be looking for something to do with family and friends for free.
Relax and unwind with some tapas, delicious drinks and some smooth sounds. Mama's Cafe Baci offers live entertainment seven nights a week, including Monday Acoustic Cafe, Rising Stars, and a new Late Night Menu, relaxing cocktails & tapas in their new 201 Fifth bar.
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.
Live Acoustic Music every Sunday! Enjoy some coffee, food and music.
Attention Veterans! There is a therapeutic yoga class designed for you and your families to attend.
Tractors & Farm Equipment events are for pre-school and kindergarden age children who want to see and learn about big tractors and farm equipment! They will enjoy a craft and hayride too!
Community Corner
This Warren County Arts group meeting will feature a demonstration entitled Photo To Fantasy, by Bonnie McCaffery.
Cool off at the pool this weekend! Then, the pool will be closed Monday, June 18 through Friday, June 22 and re-open for the season on June 23.
Libraries Rock! The Warren County Library summer reading program begins June 18 at all library locations. Reading over the summer helps kids be better prepared for school in the fall by avoiding the "summer slide" and perform better in school overall.