Enjoy the jazz and blues cabaret tunes and distinctive voice of guitarist Richard Jenkins, with influences ranging from Fats Waller to George Benson!
Starting May 3, 2017
In honor of Friday's date, here are five things to look for in this week's Wanderings!
Uno: One play on stage at the Lackland Center - Young Frankenstein!
Dos: Two run/walks supporting organizations.
Tres: The three-day Hackettstown Spring Festival, now in its 25th year (that's a scene from last year, pictured above).
Cuatro: All four wineries are, as always, full of fun activities.
Cinco: There are muchos eventos that celebrate Cinco de Mayo in all corners of the county.
So read on! Feliz vagando, Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy, Young Frankenstein.
This family favorite is a fun way to welcome spring. Mars Chocolate North America and Hackettstown Medical Center are the festival’s primary sponsors. Marking the 25th year, Spring Festival includes music, amusement rides, games and lots for everyone.
Dalton's Columbia Inn is the featured local caterer for May at Brook Hollow Winery. This Friday, enjoy a $5 cheesy chicken and rice burrito while listening to live music by Marty Koppel.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a night of comedy in historic Rutherfurd Hall. Doors open at 7pm, the show is 8pm. Cash Bar and Free Chips and Salsa! $25 per person.
Karla Bonoff has been described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation. That description is not hyperbole. With a career spanning four decades, Bonoff has enjoyed critical acclaim, commercial success, enduring popularity and the unwavering respect of her peers.
50/60's style good time Rock 'n' Roll and Soul. Chrome City characterizes itself as "A fun loving bunch of guys on a mission to bring you timeless, feel-good music and spread smiles one rockin' soul at a time!"
Flyin Blind has been entertaining audiences all over Northeastern PA and Northern NJ since 2007. Known for their repertoire of top rock hits from the 70's 'til today and their tight vocal harmonies, Flyin Blind is a band you won't want to miss!
NORWESCAP and Pass It Along will be hosting the first ever 5K to the top of New Jersey. Run/walk to the top of New Jersey, High Point State Park, at 1,803 feet above sea level and return down along Lake Marcia.
Woodland Gardening with Natives: Curious about natives? Interested in creating beautiful, low-maintenance natural landscapes? Come to Well-Sweep Herb Farm to explore the world of Woodland Gardening with Stan Pukash in this informative slide presentation.
The PVTC, a Friends Organization of the Kittatinny Valley State Park, will host a 4-5 mile hike along the Paulinskill Valley Trail. The trail is cinder-based which provides easy, level walking.
Raise a glass of Sangria to toast the spirit of "unlikely victories" at this American (yes!
Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!
Joe Wagner Jazz Trio performs Music under the Arbor at Alba Vineyard.
The year is 1957, and last night outside of the Hot Rod Diner, where you would think there would be plenty of witnesses, there was a murder. The murder of the coolest guy in town, Rock N. Roal. That's right, people, Rock N. Roal is dead and everyone in town is a suspect!
Join with the Musconetcong Watershed Association and run or walk a scenic loop in the beautiful Musconetcong watershed. Participants will pass streams, pastures, historic buildings and the scenic Musconetcong River on this mostly flat course.
Explore Ridge and Valley Conservancy's preserves by bike. Meet at the White Lake barn at 9:00 am for a pre-ride safety check. Departure is at 10:00 am.
$12 for your choice of pulled pork, baby back ribs or chicken quarter with two sides and bread. Other menu options also available. Complimentary wine tasting and wine cellar tours available weekends. Free tastings daily Friday through Monday. Call 908-475-3671.
Catmoondaddy performs Music under the Arbor at Alba Vineyard on Sunday.
Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!
Come to enjoy artwork, meet the artists, and have some refreshments. The reception will be conducted from 2-4pm at the Warren County ARTS gallery inside the Oxford Municipal building. Norm LeDonne will provide the entertainment and there will be an award ceremony beginning at 3:15pm.
Join us for an afternoon of messages from the Other Side, as Kathy’s Kove & Kafe hosts a psychic medium gallery. Come see if there’s a message for you! Mediums certified by the MontClair Metaphysical Center will channel departed loved ones in a gallery setting.
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.
Continuing
Begin Your Journey to a Better Life! Come to Rutherfurd Hall for Yoga on Mondays from May 1 - June 26 (no class May 29 or June 19)
Community Corner
No yard sale permit or fee is necessary for residents to participate. Any questions, please call 908-454-6121 ext. 301.
Families, Students, Educators, Caregivers are all welcome! Attendees will learn about the resources in the area including vocational and job training opportunities, disability benefits and estate planning, adult services, housing, recreation, higher education opportunities and much more.
Boy Scouts of America Troop 54 presents its annual Car and Truck Show: Car Troop 54, Where Are You? Bring your wheels or just come out to see the cars and trucks that others have entered in the show.
Plan Ahead
WCARTS will host artist Anju Saran at their May 11th meeting. Anju has been drawn to art ever since she was a little child. She has gained expertise in various mediums such as Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor, Pastel and Charcoal.
New! Our first Spring Open GreenHouse at Wild Ridge Plants! Visit our native plant nursery and farm in the height of spring planting season. Join us for a behind-the-scenes nursery and farm tour.
"Mental Strength: How to Live a Happy and Successful Life in a Negative World" is the topic with speaker Lina Hollman, Positive Living Coach. Studies show that negativity affects your thoughts, health and the way you live.
Comedy Night at the Winery! $25/person (plus NJ State sales tax) - Ticket price includes a glass of wine, sausage and pepper dinner, dessert, and lots of laughter!
Dinner to start at 7pm and the show to start 8-8:30pm.
Headliner: Mike Morse
It is no secret that the music of Steely Dan is probably the most original, complex, and interesting music of our time.
Join us for brunch on Mother's Day at the golf club's Thyme Restaurant! Reservations required.
Please make your reservations early as this event has limited seating! Italian Chef Matty Matarazzo promises a meal fit for that perfect Mom as he introduces his new Brunch menu. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the winery’s open air under a large party tent.
Show your love for the important women in your life with a day at Alba Vineyard, New Jersey’s largest estate vineyard overlooking the scenic Musconetcong Valley. Enjoy activities for the entire family. Food for purchase: Hand-tossed specialty wood fired pizza from Osteria Morini of Be
It's a vocal summit where the talents of singers Amy London, Pete McGuinness, Dylan Pramuk, and Holli Ross unite in harmony to pay tribute to the art of vocalese singing and to the forefathers and mothers of their favored art form.