Starting June 20, 2018

"June is the gateway to summer." - Jean Hersey, gardener, writer
Photo by Kent Sweigert, taken this week near Belvidere, NJ

Summer officially arrives here in the Northern Hemisphere with tomorrow's Summer Solstice, the day that provides the most daylight - so you won't want to miss a minute of it! People around the world celebrate the Summer Solstice with music and festivities, and we've got plenty of both for you in Warren County this week, including Phillipsburg's annual Ole Towne Festival, Pohatcong's Garden & Wine Tour, a Solstice drum circle in Knowlton, and live music throughout the land. The three community farmers markets are open for the season, and now that school is out, check out Explore Warren's Lakes and Pool page for places to keep cool. Happy Solstice, and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up

31st Ole Towne Festival in Phillipsburg

It's time to celebrate the town of Phillipsburg with three jam-packed days in three different locations! Start Thursday evening at Shappell Park for live music, free fitness classes, a car cruise and much more. On Friday, head for Riverside Way for the return of the popular outdoor movie theatre, as well as family-focused entertainment, a magic show, food vendors, and free caricatures. Saturday's events are at Walters Park featuring amusement rides, pony rides, a hot air balloon, free kids crafts, more awesome bands and vendors, a beer garden, and fireworks!

Ghana 4E Fundraiser Dinner and an Americana Roots Rock Show at Kathy's Kove

Dinner this month is an American Country Dinner with some country music. Pulled pork and other American favorites will be served from 6pm-8pm followed by an Americana Roots Rock show with Country Singer Gene Gardiner and his band from 8pm-10pm. Suggested donation is $35.

Live Music at Marianna's: Kara Hartzell

Enjoy some live music, dinner and drinks.

8 Brocades Qigong and Movement Skills at Orchard View Lavender Farm

Commune with nature through the beauty of Qigong in an outdoor class. Cost is $150 for 12 sessions. Space is limited so register early!

Drum Circle at Ramsaysburg Barn

Welcome the Summer Solstice at Ramsaysburg barn!

TGI Flynn's: Dr. Dick Show

Flynn's the ultimate Friday night destination in Phillipsburg, and a show by the Dr. Dick Show will be epic! Call 908-454-0011 for more info.

Live Music at The Inn at Millrace Pond: Michael Long

Come enjoy some live music with family, friends, while you have some delicious food and drinks.

Wine and Works of Art On Wood at Brook Hollow Winery

Anna and George are back for another paint and sip, with a spin, better than before. Create this fun night scene on a wood pallet and to top things off add some lights (included) to give the fireflies some life!

Live Music at the Draught House: The Nerds

Spaz, Biff, Stretch, and Mongo have graced stages from the Jersey Shore to Las Vegas, earning their reputation as “America’s Party Band Fun-omenon” every step of the way. Party the night away at the Draught House! Tickets are $15. Call 908-223-1226 and get your ticket today.

Live Music at Bea McNally's Irish Pub: Bobby Clark

Country recording artist and songwriter Bobby Clark at Bea McNally's Irish Pub!

Volunteer with Us! Morris Canal Trail Clearing

Join RVC stewards and help clear the canal trail at Mount Rascal Park. Please wear long pants and shirts and apply tick protection. Note: There is room for about 5-6 cars on Old Allamuchy Road (behind Cochran Funeral Home).

Canal Day at Historic Waterloo Village

The Canal Society of New Jersey offers a wide range of programming at Waterloo Village this year including the new Highlands Canal Boat Exhibit featuring the recently discovered remains of what may be the last Morris Canal Boat. Some of the historic buildings will be open, historic trades & crafts will be demonstrated, and there will be canal boat rides.

Clay Dance Gestalt Workshop at M Galleries

During the workshop you will experience a performance piece by ceramic artist Simon Keller and will create a clay artwork of your very own. Cost is $30. Sign-up today.

Pohatcong’s 3rd Annual Garden & Wine Tour

Take a private tour of lovely gardens located on historic properties in Pohatcong. Start with a train ride ride along the scenic banks of the Delaware River, visit the gardens of three historic homes and tour Villa Milagro Vineyards. Tickets are on sale now!

Janci & Berry at Brook Hollow Winery

Come enjoy free live music from the '50s, '60s and '70s with family, friends, and delicious wines!

Music under the Arbor with BC Combo at Alba Vineyard

Relax to the sounds of BC Combo- blues, jazz, swing, R&B, and more. Admission is $15 per person which includes wine tasting or your choice of one glass of wine.

Create Hypertufa Planters at Well-Sweep Herb Farm

Create two of your own hypertufa trough planters with that Old English look. Choose from a variety of shapes and sizes for your project. You will be combining cement, perlite and other ingredients – so wear old clothes, bring rubber gloves and a face mask.

Wild Flower Arranging Class at The Farm in Harmony

Come learn the process of arranging wild flowers! You will start by cutting fresh wildflowers, learning how to arrange them, and enjoy them at home! Along the way, you will learn some helpful tips for keeping fresh flowers blooming longer after you've cut them.

Catch the Sunset on the Deck at Four Sisters Winery

This Saturday night, enjoy the night at Four Sisters Winery. There will be wing n' sticks and fish n' chips for $12 per person (includes a glass of wine). Wine tasting and wine by the glass or bottle will be able as well.

Live Music at Marianna's: Kato Duo

Enjoy a night our with music for listening, dancing with your dinner.

Dine in the Vines at Villa Milagro

Join Villa Milagro for a classic French dinner served alfresco in Row 51 prepared by Beth Ann Raynock of Local Mama Catering in Hellertown, PA featuring local and organic ingredients and highlighting fresh, wholesome flavors with a natural flare in a gourmet presentation. Menu:

Kelly Planer and the Perks Free Concert at the Knowlton United Methodist Church

Come by the church and listen to a wide variety of music, with songs from bluegrass, country, folk, and broadway to music by U2, BonJovi, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and more! This is a free concert open to all!

Live Music at Rock Creek Tavern - Kim Brewer Band

The Kim Brewer Band has been performing in western NJ and eastern PA bars, clubs, and festivals for the last few years, and recently recorded a 12-song album of favorite blues songs that are performed live at their shows.

Wooden Ships Band at The Brass Rail

Come on out and enjoy some music, food and drink specials.

Kill Van Kilts at Bea McNally's

Always a great night at Bea McNally's!

Animal Communication with Celeste

Bring your pet to sit with Celeste and learn what they have to tell you. Celeste is a psychic medium with the gift of clairvoyance and clairaudience. With her gifts, she receives the messages your animal has for you.

Music under the Arbor with Joe Wagner Jazz Trio and Wood-fired Pizza at Alba Vineyard

Relax to the sounds of Joe Wagner Jazz Trio. Admission is $15 per person which includes wine tasting or your choice of 1 glass of wine. if you get hungry, there will be freshly made wood-fired pizza, cheese board, and other snacks available for purchase from Nicoletta Pizza.

Live Music at Brook Hollow Winery - Sage

Relax to some free music with family, friends, and delicious wines!

Pizza, Music and Wine at Marianna's

Order some pizza and a bottle of wine (limited selection) for $25 while listeing to some great music! Reservations are suggested. Call 908-777-3500.

Murder Mystery at Four Sisters Winery

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.

Yin Yoga at Orchard View Lavender Farm - Live Cello

Relax with some Yin Yoga in the fields of lavender in the evening summer sky to the beautiful sound of a soft playing live cello. Bring a mat, blanket, your own yoga props and a relaxed mind. Yin yoga is a gentle, relaxing yoga practice for any level student.

Knot My Style Boot Camp for Girls

This first get together is an introductory session. This will give girls (ages 11-15) an opportunity to decide if they want to commit to the program for the remainder of the summer – on Tuesdays for 8 weeks.

T-Shirt Quilt Class

T-shirt quilts, or quilts made out of clothing of a child or loved one are one-of-a-kind projects with special meaning to family and friends. Learn the basics of taking t-shirts or other clothing and create a quilt or other project.

Continuing

RVC's White Lake Photo Contest

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 Senior Art Show

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.

Music by DJ Nappz at Bea McNally's Irish Pub

It's another fun night with DJ Nappz!

Sip and Art Portrait Art Classes in Hardwick

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.

Acoustic Open Mic Night/Jams at Kathy's Kove

Every Friday, sing your heart out! Bring your instrument, voice, poetry, story or written word. They have the mic and amp.

Blairstown Farmers' Market

The Blairstown Farmers' Market is now in its 11th season and accepts SNAP! The Market, located on Route 521 across from the Blairstown Elementary School next to the Agway, will run every Saturday from 10am-1pm through October 27th and features a variety of local farmers, artisans, speakers,

Washington Boro BID Farmers Market

Held every Saturday through September 22, rain or shine, with special events throughout the season. Check the "WEBSITE" link below and the Facebook page to find out what's new for this Saturday.

United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey Presents: Life and Legacy of William Herschel

You can see the rings of Saturn, 100s of Nebula, galaxies and star clusters that are hundreds, thousands and millions of light-years away from Earth. All you need to bring is your interest, curiosity and an open mind to be amazed at the sights in the night sky.

Lite Jazz at Cafe Baci

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.

Spring Yoga at White Lake

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.

Biker Breakfast at Tramontin

Enjoy some breakfast before you go on a ride!

Warren County Farmers Market

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.

Live Music every Sunday at The Asbury Coffee Mill

Live Acoustic Music every Sunday! Enjoy some coffee, food and music.

Yoga For Veterans at the Farm in Harmony

Attention Veterans! There is a therapeutic yoga class designed for you and your families to attend.

Donaldson Farm Little Learning Farmers - Strawberry Fun!

Strawberry Fun events are perfect for everyone who loves farm-fresh strawberries! Enjoy a craft and strawberry activity with your little farmer! Pick a pint of fresh strawberries (weather and crop conditions permitting).

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