Starting May 18, 2022

Warren County Wanderings

"It’s always tea time.”- The Mad Hatter, in Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland

Did someone say teapot races? The second annual Rock & Roll Steampunk Fair is happening this Saturday in Washington Borough and yes, you may witness teapots on wheels, like the one pictured here from the Washington BID's Facebook page, rolling down the pavement!

So get decked out in a creative costume and meet fellow Steampunk fans, from near and far! (Or just come as you are to enjoy an interesting music and arts festival. Fan status not required, but perhaps you will become one!) The Explore Warren team will be joining in on the fun as a vendor; find our table on the main drag near Buttzville Brewing to say hello and enter for a chance to win free admission to the Balloon Fest being held June 3-5, just a hop, skip and a jump down Route 57 at Warren County Community College.

As always, there are many other happenings going on this week in Warren County, including Yellow Brick Road: A Tribute to Elton John at Centenary Stage Co. So wherever you roam, happy trails and Happy Wanderings! 

Coming Up

Was your child born to be the next bard? Join a teaching artist from The Children's Theatre of New Jersey for a workshop to bring your ideas, thoughts, and voice to the page and possibly the stage!

This workshop is open to young writers (at any level) ages 10-18.

Break up the week with solo acoustic music from Ciro Patti, Jr. His tunes range over seven decades of timeless classics and deep album cuts.

Join the cool kids and lend a hand to clean up the town we live in! A project of the Blairstown Enhancement Committee.

Watch a videotaped horse race using cinematography cameras and narrated from start to finish by many of America’s top-rated announcers. All the suspense and close-up action that will make you feel like you are at the racetrack.

Advance tickets-$2, Tickets at the door- $3

Enjoy Friday music with Ziggy.

Born in 2011 in the northwest hills of Blairstown NJ, Water Street's music is a unique blend of pop, alternative rock, folk, and Americana elements. The band also covers several acoustic pop, classic rock, and blues songs.

Mountain Lake Firehouse will be holding their 2nd annual yard sale.

This event benefits the Mountain Lake Community Association and Mt. Lake Ladies Auxiliary.

 

The 2nd annual Rock & Roll Steampunk Fair featuring Slambovian Circus of Dreams. Also performing, Psych-A-Billy and A Halo Called Fred. Event runs throughout the downtown business district of Washington Borough.

This is a free event where children can earn their Junior Ranger Angler badge.

A new summer pop-up BBQ series starts this weekend at Czig Meister Brewing featuring James on Main. Food includes chopped brisket, hot fried chicken tenders, and fresh cut fries!

Are you ready for a stomping good time? Well, now is your chance to be a part of an exclusive social event at Four Sisters Winery. The Barefoot Grape Stomping is a one-of-a-kind experience; surely to intoxicate all your senses. It's a unique opportunity you don’t want to miss!

Argentina is the world's 8th largest country and has more cattle than people! It's no wonder that Asado (BBQ) is so popular.

Maria Monjes, chef and owner of The Sizzle, Argentinian BBQ in Hackettstown, will prepare a feast of grilled meats and sides for us.

The 33rd Raritan River Music Festival, winner of the National Award for Adventurous Programming from ASCAP/Chamber Music America, will present a series of four concerts throughout the month of May. These concerts will be live in-person and streaming online.

More than a mere tribute, from the costumes, to climbing on the top of the grand piano just like the man himself, this is a recreation of one of the most loved performers of any generation, Elton John. ​

Learn about 'JWT: Past, Present and Future' by Michael Dean Lewis, NASA Ambassador.

Have you ever done a needle felted craft? No? Then join art teacher Ruth Byrne for a creation of this cute fox.

All materials will be provided at a cost of $25 per person.

This is for ages 13 and up because of the needles one would think.

 

Throw back to a simpler time with Matty Alan Estock and his vintage video game setup. Consoles include an NES, SNES, N64, and GameCube with the games available to play!

BYOB, snacks and friends!

Whether you're just starting to think about a career or have an urge to switch careers, UACNJ presents "Space Careers" by Ken Taylor, NWJAA.

"What's Up in the June Sky?" featuring the one and only Lonny Buinis, RVCC.

"Exploring the Local Supercluster" featuring Clif Ashcraft, AAI.

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.

"Space Weather and Working in Antarctica" featuring Gil Jeffer, NWJAA.

"What's Up in the July Sky?" featuring Lonny Buinis, RVCC.

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.

"The Life and Legacy of Charles Messier" presented by Bill Murray.

"Life Cycle of Stars" presented Walt Windish, AAI.

"My Journey into Deep Space Astrophotography" presented by Mike Dzwinczyk, MMAS.

"What's Up in the August Sky?" presented by Lonny Buinis, RVCC.

Watch a videotaped horse race using cinematography cameras and narrated from start to finish by many of America’s top-rated announcers. All the suspense and close-up action that will make you feel like you are at the racetrack.

Get your year started right by creating this adorable gnome who is ready for winter with his little snowflake. Artist Christina will guide you through all steps required.

Feel free to bring your own foam and needle, otherwise all materials will be provided.

Cost is $35.

In this workshop you will create your own lucky Leprechaun, choosing to add a handmade hat or give him a gnome head and hat.

Ages 8 and up. Cost is 440.

Watch a videotaped horse race using cinematography cameras and narrated from start to finish by many of America’s top-rated announcers. All the suspense and close-up action that will make you feel like you are at the racetrack.

"Night at the Races Beefsteak" promises an exhilarating evening featuring professionally narrated horse races from the '90s, presented on a large screen with commentary from some of America’s most acclaimed announcers.

Continuing

You can tour Camp Crystal Lake even after Friday the 13th! Tickets are on sale now!

Spend part of your weekend relaxing at Brook Hollow Winery and Event Facility for live music Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
You're invited to support local proprietors by purchasing a meal from the many restaurants in the area and enjoy it all with a bottle of Brook Hollow Wine.

Live music continues at Tiptons Tavern every weekend.

May music at Panther Pub continues this weekend!

Get ready for live music and food trucks in May!

Live music weekends are at Brass Rail this May.

Pack a picnic, invite some friends and lull away the afternoon with great wines, music and spectacular views!

Enjoy brunch and live music every Sunday in May.

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

Summer music continues at Panther Pub continues this weekend!

Live music weekends are at Brass Rail this summer.

This dine & screen event includes a sandwich and side in the dining hall, cold drinks throughout the event (non-alchoholic), filming location tour, movie screening and free popcorn will be provided.

July summer music continues at Panther Pub continues this weekend!

The guided filming location tours take place at the camp where over 80% of the movie was filmed. Connect with fans from all over the world, step into each scene, retrace your favorite character's steps and take tons of photos.

Cats Dragged In will be playing at Brass Rail this Saturday from 8- 11pm. Grab a drink or a delicious dish!

Live music weekends are at Brass Rail in October with a great line-up!

Oct. 1 - Bobby Clark
Oct. 7 - The Mr. T Band
Oct. 14 - Naked Jake
Oct. 22 - Dr. Dick
Oct. 29 -  Skin of My Teeth

 

You can tour Camp Crystal Lake even after Friday the 13th! Tickets are on sale now!

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.

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 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

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

Community Corner

Various after schools activities, including art, outdoor adventure and cooking instruction, for a range of age groups.

All conducted 3:20pm-4:20pm on either Monday, Tuesday or Thursday, depending on the activity chosen.

Seater Cellar is free thrifting located at Belvider High School. It is a clothing swap for families wishing to repurpose clothing items to help our community and environment. Families can take what they need, even without donating!

Various after schools activities, including art, outdoor adventure and cooking instruction, for a range of age groups.

All conducted 3:20pm-4:20pm on either Monday, Tuesday or Thursday, depending on the activity chosen.

More Things to Do

Balloon fest season is just around the corner! Mark your calendar now so you don't miss the Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival on June 3-5 at Warren County Community College, the Warren County Farmers’ Fair and Hot Air Balloon Festival July 30-August 6 at the fairgrounds in Harmony, and then back at the college September 23-25. Order tickets online at BalloonFestNJ.com through June 1 for a discount on the first fest. It features daily musical entertainment, vendors, arts & crafts, daily drone demonstrations, food trucks, children's activities, tethered balloon rides starting at 4:30pm, and Mass Hot Air Balloon Launches nightly at 6:30pm. Full flight balloon rides are also available. Saturday features the Hot Rides & Hot Air Balloons Car & Truck Show with 100% of proceeds benefitting Operation Chillout. Visit www.balloonfestnj.com for all the details!

2023-06-02T10:00:00 - 2023-06-04T17:00:00

Balloon fest season begins as the Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival returns to Warren County Community College for three days of fun. In addition to balloon activities like daily Mass Hot Air Balloon Launches, the festival features arts & crafts, vendors, food trucks, children’s activities, musical entertainment and more. Remember, Explore Warren is giving away admission tickets, see the opening paragraphs above!

Balloon fest season begins as the Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival returns to Warren County Community College for three days of fun.

Plan Ahead

Presented by Dr. James R. Fedich, Clinic Director of Village Family Clinic in Allamuchy and serving the community for over 18 years, he is a published author, speaker, podcast host and has helped thousands.

A family friendly environment with live music and great food.

The Robber Bridegroom is a rousing, bawdy Southern fairytale from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Driving Miss Daisy!

Get ready for another summer of music at Flynn's!

This is the 53rd annual craft, farm, and food vendor fair. Two full days of free informative lectures and presentations, tours of our spectacular gardens, and a special Craft and Farmers’ Market!

You are invited to raise a glass in honor of all the men and women whom have fallen and currently serve. We will have live music, food and drinks all weekend.

Come out and celebrate with family and friends!

Spend part of your Memorial Day weekend at The Airport Cafe with great food, great music, kids' activities more!

JamFam Productions brings you Uncle Ebenezer: A Tribute to Phish, a live performance in casual beer garden. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or a blanket and to pack a cooler with your favorite snacks and food.

The 33rd Raritan River Music Festival, winner of the National Award for Adventurous Programming from ASCAP/Chamber Music America, will present a series of four concerts throughout the month of May. These concerts will be live in-person and streaming online.

Thousands will thrill to the sounds of the oldies while they swoon over vintage cars, Corvettes, muscle cars and more presented by the Hackettstown Rotary Club at M & M Mars.

This year's event has added S.C.3. Entertainment to DJ along side Doc South!

Space is limited so reserve yours today! Free food and bring your chairs and beverages!

Welcome the 2022 Memorial Day Parade hosted by the Givens-Belet American Legion Post 258. This year's parade will be honoring the 40th Anniversary of the Vietnam Memorial Wall.

Balloon fest season begins as the Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival returns to Warren County Community College for three days of fun.

Get ready for another summer of music at Flynn's!

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

Get ready for another summer of music at Flynn's!

Welcome the 2023 Memorial Day Parade hosted by the Givens-Belet American Legion Post 258. This year's parade will be honoring the 20th Anniversary of the start of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

RESCEDULED Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Fun & Games Festival returns to Warren County Community College for a weekend of fun. In addition to balloon activities like daily Mass Hot Air Balloon Launches, the festival features games, vendors, food trucks, truck and car and more!

Space is limited so reserve yours today! Free food and bring your chairs and beverages!

Airport Glide Jam celebrating Memorial Day with live music, bounce house and food

Spend part of your Memorial Day weekend at The Airport Cafe with great food, a bounce house for the kiddos, and PUSH playing along with NWR student band at 3pm!

Centenary Stage logo

This musical romp through the joys and sorrows of being a child is hilarious. Children give twenty-three lessons in such subjects as how to beg for a dog, how to torture your sister, how to act after being sent to your room, and how to laugh hysterically.

This is the 54th annual craft, farm, and food vendor fair. Two full days of free informative lectures and presentations, tours of our spectacular gardens, and a special Craft and Farmers’ Market!

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

Balloon fest season begins as the Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival returns to Warren County Community College.

Well-Sweep hosts their annual craft, farm, and food vendor fair. Two full days of free informative lectures and presentations, tours of our spectacular gardens, and a special Craft and Farmers’ Market!