Barnyard Buddies is a program that was designed for kids ages 2-8 who have an interest in farm life and love the outdoors.
Starting June 15, 2022
"Father's Day is hopefully a time when the culture says, 'This is our moment to look at how our men and boys are." - Michael Gurian, American author and social philosopher.
Searching for things to do with dad? Look no further than Wanderings for Father’s Day fun! Take him on a scenic train ride along the Delaware River with Delaware River Excursions, where dads ride for free all weekend; there’s a paddling adventure on Allamuchy Pond at Rutherfurd Hall; an all-you-can-eat Breakfast served by Mt. Lake Fire Company (dine in or takeout); and free admission at Land of Make Believe for dads accompanying a paying child on Father's Day.
And there’s no shortage of live music this weekend, including the first Shippen Manor Lawn Concert of the season! Free and held each Sunday evening through Labor Day weekend, the first act is The Lost Ramblers, a Bluegrass/Country band. Keep any eye on the wineries and breweries, too, for special features.
Don’t forget about the Farm Markets that are ratcheting up, including the opening of Washington Borough's market and its Sustainability Green Festival.
It's not too early to start thinking about the Warren County Farmers’ Fair, and word on the street is the Queen and Princess contests need applicants. You may know the right gal!
Last but not least, we extend a warm welcome to all of our new Wanderings subscribers we met at last weekend's ParkFest at Bread Lock Park! Happy Father's Day, and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
The Centerville & Southwestern miniature railroad will be in operation for twilight rides and a photographer's event.
Regular miniature train rides will be offered from 6-8pm.
The photo event will commence once rides conclude.
A nine-day guided group paddle on the Delaware River, with camping, meals, talks and activities along the way, giving people of all ages and experience levels a chance to have a truly "hands-on" river adventure. Paddle for a single day, a few days, or sign up for the whole trip.
Soundscape Singers Cabaret is excited to present a program of your favorite Broadway, Jazz, and Standard hits Rutherfurd Hall! This program features the talents of Molly Neff, Erin Pach, Kate DiFonzo, and Kevin Patrick, and is sure to delight. Tickets: $25. BYOB.
The Community Center @ Belvidere launches a new monthly music series; the inaugural performance is acclaimed guitarist Walt Bibinger. Bring a chair or blanket, refreshments, and good vibes!
A cast of world-class musicians employ the "music plays the band” concept, offering up the songs we know and love by the Grateful Dead, drawing from a vast repertoire of classic material, with free reign to go wherever the music takes them.
Dad rides for free this Father's Day weekend. Take a 1.5-hour scenic trip on a historic passenger coach along the beautiful Delaware River to Riegelsville and return. Trips depart from Phillipsburg at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm.
All proceeds go to the NWR Cheerleading Team!
Custom trophies, race car display, vendors, food and drink, face painting, and fun for the whole family!
For any questions, contact JT at editor@908motormag.com.
Mark your calendars for a drive in historic Pohatcong with fantastic gardens as tours have been modified this year. It will be a self-guided experience allowing for social distancing out in the open, fresh air of the countryside.
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.
2022 Farmers' Market kicks off with the annual Greenfest along with the arts, crafts, and music festival.
Farmers' Market runs through October 1. The market runs along Route 57, anchored in the Pocket Park located at 44 E. Washington Ave.
Get inspired by over 75 unique and talented local artists. This event will be featuring local food by 'James Off Main', 'Marley's Wing's and Things' Food Truck. The Czig Meister Brewing Company's Can Shack will be available featuring thier award winning craft beer and Czeltzers!
Get your tickets for this rare opportunity. Meet Claudia Wells and Don Fullilove from Back to the Future.
Bring dad to Mt. Lake Fire Co. for an all you can eat buffet breakfast. The menu includes classics like orange juice, scrambled eggs, bacon, hash brown and more! Dine in or take it to go!
Adults- $10, Seniors- $9(65+), Children- $5, Children 5 and under eat Free!
Bring the Dad in your life to the scenic Allamuchy Pond on Father’s Day for a morning paddle. Bring your fishing gear and catch some additional Father’s Day memories.
Roasted pork and ribs are the focus of this day at the winery celebrating all dads. Dinner includes succulent pork fresh from the roaster and bbq ribs hot off the grill, baked beans, coleslaw, rolls and dessert. Baked ziti will be available for the non-meat meal.
The Kerry Blue Band returns with foot-stomping, dance-inducing Blues and R&B! Cigars are a lot like wine - aged and flavorful. A small selection will be avialable for purchase. Ugly Tie Contest - Ugliest of the day wins a gift! $15 admission (children under 15 free).
The Lost Ramblers will open the Shippen Manor concert series in June. They are an authentic Appalachian bluegrass and old-timey band who have been performing regionally and nationally for over 30 years.
The iconic award-winning amusement park in Hope, NJ is open this weekend and inviting dads to come hang out. Dads get in free when accompanying a child.
Hackettstown's own, locally loved 'James On Main' will be serving up an amazing farm fresh menu and stop by the Czig Meister Brewing Company's 'Can Shack' where they will be sampling and selling their award winning craft beer & Czeltzers!
Dead On Live for a special weekend before Christmas show as they pay tribute to one of the Grateful Dead’s most iconic records, Europe 72.
The Lost Ramblers will open the Shippen Manor concert series in June. They are an authentic Appalachian bluegrass and old-timey band who have been performing regionally and nationally for over 30 years.
Bring your Pops at Four Sisters under a covered, open-air venue and listen to live music while enjoying suckling pulled pork, baby back ribs, baked ziti, baked beans, coleslaw, and a Caesar salad with a dessert of lemon sheet cake smothered with fresh strawberries and whip cream.
Enjoy rockin’ to loud guitars, great jazz, rhythm & blues from the Kerry Blue Band, sample big cigars paired with wine, wear your ugly tie and pack a picnic.
$15 includes music, cigar, sampling and seating. Wine available by the bottle.
The iconic award-winning amusement park in Hope, NJ is open this weekend and inviting dads to come hang out. Dads get in free when accompanying a child.
A nine-day guided group paddle on the Delaware River, with camping, meals, talks and activities along the way, giving people of all ages and experience levels a chance to have a truly "hands-on" river adventure. Paddle for a single day, a few days, or sign up for the whole trip.
Bring your Pops at Four Sisters under a covered, open-air venue and listen to live music while enjoying suckling pulled pork, baby back ribs, baked ziti, baked beans, coleslaw, rolls, and dessert.
Live music is provided by Uptown Boogie Band with swing, Blues & boogie tunes.
Continuing
Lopatcong is bringing back their weekly summer music series. Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division of Land Preservation
The Blairstown Farmers Market is in full swing! Come see your favorite local farmers and food producers at the Blairstown Farmers Market!
Live music continues in June.
June 4-Scott Messina
June 11-Chuck Shubert FOOD TRUCK Lobster Dogs NJ
June 18-Jeff Bellfy
June 25-Rave On
"Exploring the Local Supercluster" featuring Clif Ashcraft, AAI.
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
"Space Weather and Working in Antarctica" featuring Gil Jeffer, NWJAA.
The Blairstown Farmers Market is in full swing! Come see your favorite local farmers and food producers at the Blairstown Farmers Market!
June music continues at the Pergola.
July 2 - Dave Read
July 3 - Lou Pompilio
July 9 - Ken Papa
July 10 - Joe Izen
"What's Up in the July Sky?" featuring Lonny Buinis, RVCC.
Enjoy an easy Sunday with brunch and live music.
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.
"The Life and Legacy of Charles Messier" presented by Bill Murray.
"My Journey into Deep Space Astrophotography" presented by Mike Dzwinczyk, MMAS.
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!
"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.
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 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.
Get ready for another summer of music at Flynn's!
July 7 - Zaire
July 14 - 7North
July 21 - Truth & Soul
July 28 - GruviTune
August 4 - Naked Jake
Get ready for another summer of music at Flynn's!
August 4 - Naked Jake
August 11 - Harmony Garage Band
August 18 - Dr. Dick Band
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
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.
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 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
More Things to Do
Do you know a great gal who lives in Warren County? The Warren County Farmers' Fair is looking for candidates for the Queen and Princess contest, a staple of the Farmers' Fair. Visit the rules page to find out if you qualify or know someone who might. Scroll down to Fair Queen & Princess to download the details. The fair won't be the same without them.
Plan Ahead
Relax and enjoy outdoor dining and live music while surrounded by the stunning views of your local farm! James on Main collaborates with Donaldson Farms to create delicious farm-fresh and locally sourced cuisine for our guests.
Put on your dancing shoes and come on down to the CDH gazebo for a concert! This band is an amalgam of veteran musicians with diverse musical backgrounds who have converged around the axis of country roots.
For all ages. Please register.
Jenny Boeckel, from Rose & Fig, will guide you through assembling your very own charcuterie board. You will learn how to build an aesthetic presentation through the selection of a variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts. and other accompaniments.
Bring a blanket or a chair for a free movie night at Hackettstown Pool Field. The feature movie is "Encanto." Sponsored by the Hackettstown Recreation Department.
Aztec Two-Step debuted in ’72 with their self-titled debut album on Elektra Records. This first album and their three subsequent albums for RCA Records made the duo staples of progressive FM and college radio, helping to usher the folk-rock music of the 1960s into the 1970s and beyond.
This seasoned acoustic blues player from Denville, NJ is an accomplished and award winning blues player and historian. Toby has spent many years traveling the deep back roads of the south seeking out the real blues first hand.
Rutherfurd Hall, Panther Valley Property Owners Association, and Allamuchy Township are excited to bring back the annual fireworks display and celebration of our independence!
Chefs Sharbel & Lena Koorie of Daddy's Place in Easton will prepare a delicious Mediterranean dinner so prepare to leave stuffed like a grape leaf as we sample dishes from around the Mediterranean region.
Join us as we celebrate the annual Hackettstown Street Fair on Main Street, with activities, vendors, LIVE entertainment, food and more! This event is a family friendly event where vendors will take to Main St. for this street-fair style event.
Shippen Manor's Summer Lawn Concert Series continues with Moss Henry & the Bryophytes, performing mix of country, western and western swing. The six-piece band that includes guitars, bass, pedal steel and twin fiddles along with vocal harmonies.
Chef Beth Ann Raynock of Local Mama Catering in Hellertown, PA will prepare a Parisian feast that will make you feel as if you are in Provence! An alfresco French dinner as the sun sets.
Relax and enjoy outdoor dining and live music while surrounded by the stunning views of your local farm! James on Main collaborates with Donaldson Farms to create delicious farm-fresh and locally sourced cuisine for our guests.
Rose & Fig will guide you through assembling a charcuterie board for Thanksgiving. Learn how to build an aesthetic presentation through the selection of a variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts. and other accompaniments.
$75/person.
Aztec Two-Step debuted in ’72 with their self-titled debut album on Elektra Records. This first album and their three subsequent albums for RCA Records made the duo staples of progressive FM and college radio, helping to usher the folk-rock music of the 1960s into the 1970s and beyond.
Put on your dancing shoes and come on down to the CDH gazebo for a concert! This band is an amalgam of veteran musicians with diverse musical backgrounds who have converged around the axis of country roots.
Bring a blanket or a chair for a free movie night featuring ‘Puss In Boots: The Last Wish.’ at Hackettstown Pool Field. Sponsored by the Hackettstown Recreation Department.
Relax and enjoy outdoor dining and live music while surrounded by the stunning views of your local farm! James on Main collaborates with Donaldson Farms to create delicious farm-fresh and locally sourced cuisine for our guests.
Shippen Manor's Summer Lawn Concert Series continues with Moss Henry & the Bryophytes, performing mix of country, western and western swing. The six-piece band that includes guitars, bass, pedal steel and twin fiddles along with vocal harmonies.
Relax and enjoy outdoor dining and live music while surrounded by the stunning views of Donaldson's. James on Main and Czig Meister Brewing Company will be on site as well.
Dinner/food schedule - 5pm-8:30pm, Music 6pm-9pm. Admission tickets are required for guests to attend the event.
Relax and enjoy outdoor dining and live music while surrounded by the stunning views of Donaldson's. James on Main, Czig Meister and Va Fa Napoli Pizza Truck will be on site as well.