Starting June 7, 2017

Warren County Wanderings

Ever notice this sign next to OK4WD as you're driving along Route 57 in Warren County's Franklin Township? Don't feel bad if you haven't; lots of people don't know about this hidden gem of a county park. This Saturday is your chance to get to know Bread Lock Park as Warren County presents ParkFest - a day of live jazz, authors, history, food (let's not forget food!), kids activities and more. It's just one of  your many options as you wander in Warren County this weekend. Read on, and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up

The next installment of the Women on the Watch talk series will feature a musical twist as Lisa Baldwin shares the times of her life in “Let Me Sing You My Story.” An accomplished singer/songwriter with roots in bluegrass, folk, gospel, and traditional county music, Lisa will present her message

Buckhill Brewery and Restaurant  is the featured local caterer for June. Enjoy while listening to live music by Marty Koppel.

Live music at the historic inn, a restored 1769 stone gristmill, features local artists. Catch Jody Price a special spotlight performance  June 9. Price's instrumentals are second to none with its New Mexican "flavor".

Roy’s Hall is proud to host the release show for the new acoustic recording by Jonah Smith. Recording of “Stay Close” began in November 2016 shortly after a reunion with Andy Stack that took place in Des Moines, Iowa at The Flying Mango.

Classic/Current Rock with a Party Vibe!

Classic Country music. Reservations recommended!

Join us for a moonlight paddle on the placid waters of White Lake. A limited number of kayaks will be available on a first-come first-serve basis. The park will remain open during these hours for other park activities. This is a FREE event hosted by the Ridge and Valley Conservancy.

Come out on Friday night for Jimmy & The Parrots' debut at the Draught House. The band will play "Trop-Rock" on the outodoor Boat Bar Stage - the most unique stage in Northern New Jersey!

The Warren County Parks Foundation and the Warren County Morris Canal Committee invite you to a new event to enjoy a day of music, art, history, literature and more at one of the unique spots along Warren County's Morris Canal Greenway.

Food, rides, crafts, vendors, activities for the kids, music all day, and fireworks over the lake at dark! Photo by Phil Wooldridge. Rain date for fireworks: June 11 at 9:30pm.

Join us for the third annual Hackettstown Craft & Fine Art Festival! The one-day festival showcases the works and talent of quality crafters and artists. It’s a great chance to support artists, awaken your creative passion, and share inspiration!

For the second year in a row, Choose Healthy of Warren County, The County of Warren and Ridge and Valley Conservancy are celebrating Trail Day. Guided meadow walks.

There is a FULL STRAWBERRY Moon this weekend - and local strawberries are in abundant supply!

Enjoy live music by the area's most talented musicians under our arbor, weather permitting. Each week a different band will appear for your entertainment. Complimentary with the purchase of a wine tasting or for current Gold Club members. Delicious culinary treats available for purchase.

Sip wine and enjoy live music in a casual atmosphere. Bring your own food if you like.

MUSIC at MILAGRO CONCERT SERIES: June 10 will feature Nancy Coletti, whose silky, rich voice draws you in and takes you on a musical journey that will delight and leave you asking for more.  She will be accompanied by legendary musician and guitar virtuoso, Walt Bibinger.

Country recording artist and songwriter Bobby Clark "Plays it Hard" at Rock Creek Tavern!

This northern NJ band with Country roots will take to the outodoor Boat Bar Stage to play Blues, Rock 'n' Roll, Folk, and Funk.

Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!

The Eric Mintel Quartet performs for the 2017 Music under the Arbor Season at Alba Vineyard.

Continuing

“First move well, then move often.” – Gray Cook

Join us each Saturday through September 30 for the annual Washington Borough Green Team Farmers' Market, featuring a dozen farmers and artisans! Special activities will also include live music, face painting, and more. Visit the Green Team page for more information. Rain or Shine.

The Blairstown Farmers' Market is now in its 10th 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-2pm through October 28th and feature a variety of local farmers, artisans, speakers, w

Formerly known as the Belvidere Farmers' Market, the Warren County Farmers' Market provides 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.

Community Corner

Warren County Arts member, artist/art professor, Jean Perry, will be conducting a workshop titled “The Legend of the Sand Dollar”. This project is centered around the beautiful poem of the same name.

Ever wonder what talents our members have? Ever wonder what type of artifacts we are collecting?  Come and see what the Harmony Township Historical Society has to offer.

Start Dad's day off right with a great breakfast! Adults $7, Seniors $6 and Child $4. For more information, call 908-475-2036.

Readers of all ages are invited to “Build a Better World” during the Warren County Library’s summer reading program.  In addition to reading to earn prizes, there will be lots of activities including games, magic shows, arts and crafts, movies, science and engineering experiments, and much m

Warren County ARTS is currently hosting the "JPEGGs Photo Exhibit at the WC ARTS gallery.  The exhibit, which runs until July 22, features the photography of Peggy Niece, June Filipski and Pegg Lyons-Roehm.

Plan Ahead

Jim Beard and Jon Herington will present an evening of eclectic instrumental music performed on piano and guitar.

Belvidere Garden Club presents its12th annual Secret Gardens Self-Guided Tour. Tour 10 beautiful private gardens, rain or shine.

$15/person day of tour; $12/person if purchased prior to June 8. Call 908-475-2673 or 908-475-3409 to order tickets.

A free celebratory event for the whole family, including food trucks, live music beer tents and a cocktail bar! Plus, a $100 raffle giveaway between each set break between bands. 

Held at Brook Hollow Winery, this fundraising event features wine, food, music and more for $35/person.

Holly Bowling is a classically trained pianist who began playing piano at the age of five - who happens to be devoted to the legendary rock band Phish. The past year Holly has expanded her repertoire into the realm of the Grateful Dead.

The Warren County Cultural & Heritage Commission is pleased to announce the kickoff of its annual FREE Summer Lawn Concert Series with Jugtown Mountain String Band at Shippen Manor on Sunday, June 18.

39th annual Summer Truck Raffle! $120 ticket entitles two people to attend with wristbands, all food and beverages-including beer, soda, coffee, roast beef dinner, sausage, fresh pork, corn on the cob, etc.

Relax on a the lawn at Shippen Manor for a performance of The Hammers, one of Northern New Jersey's longest running rock 'n' roll bands, presented by the Warren County Cultural & Heritage Commission. Formed in 1986, The Hammers features four distinctly different musicians: singer/guitari