Create something beautiful for Mom with the help of Art-stitution. This class will include painting a vase and making a Mother's Day card.
Kids of all ages and abilities are welcome. All supplies included.
Starting May 4, 2022
“Chewie, we’re home.”- Hans Solo’s reference to his return to the Millennium Falcon with Chewbacca.
Do you think Hans would have said that about Warren County? That Chewie might have been at home in the forests of Northwest New Jersey? Though we are devoid of galactic thrills, we once again have a newsletter packed full of home county happenings.
You can choose to develop your art skills at Rutherfurd Hall or Propagate Studio. Man Skirt Brewing is thinking of mom this weekend with a Sip and Paint. Multiple wineries and Architects Golf Club are all featuring Mother’s Day activities including brunch, shopping, music and wine.
Maybe Mom wants to volunteer with Ridge and Valley Conservancy. Is Mom a history buff? She may like to visit Bread Lock Park or the Jim and Mary Lee Museum, Morris Canal sites open this Sunday after being shuttered by the pandemic.
Don’t forget! We get another helping of tacos on Thursday with Cinco de Mayo and celebrating all the moms in our lives this weekend.
Whatever you choose to do, May the 4th be with You, Happy Cinco de Mayo, Happy Mother’s Day and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Come to Rutherfurd Hall for a painting class led by Art- stitution. Cost is $30 and includes all supplies. All ages and abilities are welcome. Feel free to BYOB and snacks.
Spring has sprung! Adventure into a how-to painting class and create a beautiful terrarium filled with cacti and succulents. You choose your background and plant colors. BYOB, snacks, and friends!
Cost is $35. Ages 10 and up.
May welcomes self-taught artist Linda Feula whose work is described as collage and mixed media environmental. All the proceeds from sale are going to the Foodshed Alliance. A reception will be included.
Bring mom to enjoy great beers and hard seltzers while painting a beautiful picture.
Celebrate “Dia de las Madres” with a delicacy native to Mexico, chocolate. A chocolate gift for Mom and a chocolate-infused wine called Besame, Spanish for 'Kiss Me.' Bring a picnic or snacks.
Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at Dark Moon Preserve. Tasks will include spreading woodchips near the trailhead and gravel in the parking lot.
Warm weather is around the corner and there’s never been a better time enjoy the vineyard. Treat the mothers in your life to our first Estate Wine Mixer.
You can't go wrong with Chocolate Lover's Emporium & Silvery Moon Jewelry and Crafts for a Mother's Day treat. Plus live music and wine!
The famous Argyle restaurant known for its fish fry in Kearny may be closed but you still have a chance to get the original meal cooked on site, by the former owner,
Eat in or take out another infamous fish fry from Argyle's. Enjoy battered fish, fries and slaw.
Their tight sound and high energy makes for a fun night any time they perform with a mix of alternative and rock.
Learn 'What's Up in the May Sky' with Lonny Buinis, RVCC.
A great menu is in place for celebrating the moms in your life! From fresh bakery to omelettes to salads and a carving station and desserts, Architects has Mother's Day covered! Reservations are required.
Bring the moms in your life to dine on a epic buffet! A carving station, shrimp, soups, pasta, steamed veggies and more!
Adults-$30
Seniors-$28
Children(5-10)-$15
Reserve by phone- 908-454-0011
This year's meal features baked turkey and roasted ham, roasted vegetables, Rosemary garlic potatoes, a garden salad and a delicious dessert. Each mom receives a free glass of wine. Bring the whole family, stay as long as you like and experience a wonderful day at the winery.
Warren County's two museums located at historic Morris Canal sites are open again after a long hiatus caused by the pandemic.
Learn about 'Throwing Light on Black Holes' by Krishnadas Kootale, MMAS.
Learn about 'JWT: Past, Present and Future' by Michael Dean Lewis, NASA Ambassador.
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.
AED plays an eclectic mix of your favorite hits from rock to folk to pop! Their amazing voices, guitar, and energy will get you singing along in no time!
Get to Bea McNally's for live music! The Foster Children band live this weekend!
"Space Weather and Working in Antarctica" featuring Gil Jeffer, NWJAA.
"What's Up in the July Sky?" featuring Lonny Buinis, RVCC.
Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at Dark Moon Preserve. Tasks will include spreading woodchips near the trailhead and gravel in the parking lot.
Enjoy your favorite rock and alternative hits while having a great beer!
"The Life and Legacy of Charles Messier" presented by Bill Murray.
Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy at Dark Moon Preserve. Tasks will include spreading woodchips near the trailhead and gravel in the parking lot.
"My Journey into Deep Space Astrophotography" presented by Mike Dzwinczyk, MMAS.
"What's Up in the August Sky?" presented by Lonny Buinis, RVCC.
Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy. Like all other activities, we recognize that COVID concerns have had an impact on how individuals perform volunteer work.
Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy. RVC will be doing some repair work on a wooden stream crossing bridge, in addition to invasive plants/shrub control within Beech Ridge Preserve.
AED plays an eclectic mix of your favorite hits from rock to folk to pop! Their amazing voices, guitar, and energy will get you singing along in no time!
Artist Shelley Bartlett will be exhibiting her latest work and sharing stories about her life as an artist. Her current mediums of choice are oil or acrylic, but it is the play of light on objects, natural and man made, that continues to mesmerize her.
Get your volunteer on with Ridge and Valley Conservancy. RVC will be doing some repair work on a wooden stream crossing bridge, in addition to invasive plants/shrub control within Beech Ridge Preserve.
Paint your very own Sunflower Gnome while you enjoy some beer and hard seltzer. Tickets are $40 and include all paint supplies.
AED plays an eclectic mix of your favorite hits from rock to folk to pop! Their amazing voices, guitar, and energy will get you singing along in no time!
This year's meal features baked turkey and roasted ham, roasted vegetables, Rosemary garlic potatoes, a garden salad and a delicious dessert. Each mom receives a free glass of wine. Bring the whole family, stay as long as you like and experience a wonderful day at the winery.
The famous Argyle restaurant known for its fish fry in Kearny may be closed but you still have a chance to get the original meal cooked on site, by the former owner, here at Brook Hollow Winery. Live music and fun and games will also be provided for eat in attendees.
Bring the moms in your life to dine on a epic buffet! A carving station, shrimp, soups, pasta, steamed veggies and more!
Adults - $35
Seniors - $30
Children (5-10) $18
Reserve by phone- 908-454-0011
Warm weather is around the corner and there’s never been a better time enjoy the vineyard and treat the mothers in your life to wine, food and music.
A great menu is in place for celebrating the moms in your life! From fresh bakery to omelettes to salads and a carving station and desserts, Architects has Mother's Day covered! Reservations are required.
Celebrate “Dia de las Madres” with a delicacy native to Mexico, chocolate. A chocolate gift for Mom and a chocolate-infused wine called Besame, Spanish for 'Kiss Me.' Bring a picnic or snacks.
AED plays an eclectic mix of your favorite hits from rock to folk to pop including hits from Alanis Morisette to Ozzy Ozbourne to the Beatles to Foo Fighters, and never fails to impress. Their amazing voices, guitar, and energy will get you singing along in no time!
The famous Argyle restaurant known for its fish fry in Kearny may be closed but you still have a chance to get the original meal cooked on site, by the former owner, here at Brook Hollow Winery. Live music and fun and games will also be provided for eat in attendees.
A great menu is in place for celebrating the moms in your life! From fresh bakery to omelets to salads and a carving station and desserts, Architects has Mother's Day covered!
Wanting to stay in for Mother's Day? Architects would be happy to cater your special day as well!
Celebrate “Dia de las Madres” with a delicacy native to Mexico, chocolate. A chocolate gift for Mom and a chocolate-infused wine called Besame, Spanish for 'Kiss Me.' Bring a picnic or snacks.
Live music on Saturday by talented pianist, Sean Gough.
This year's meal features baked turkey and roasted ham, roasted vegetables, Rosemary garlic potatoes, a garden salad and a delicious dessert. Bring the whole family, stay as long as you like and experience a wonderful day at the winery.
Warm weather is around the corner and there’s never been a better time enjoy the vineyard and treat the mothers in your life to wine, food and music.
Start with a self-guided wine flight priced at $22, $28, and $34 per person (waives music cover).
Continuing
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.
Summer music continues at Panther Pub continues this weekend!
July summer music continues at Panther Pub continues this weekend!
Community Corner
First United Methodist is having their plant and bake sale with a wide variety of annual pots and hanging baskets to choose from, as well as a wide array of delicious homemade baked goods. These items make perfect gifts for Mother’s Day or additions to your summer gardens.
Join Community Blend for an afternoon of great entertainment, food, and community. Entertainment features Chiz Rider and Doug Miller.
Suggested donation of $10.
Plan Ahead
Emmy-nominated rapper/actor, T.O.N.E.-z will grace the stage once again! Join in the fun with basketball tournaments, a d.j., free food, giveaways and so much more!
Modeled after VonThun's Equine Scout Program, young horse lovers will be introduced to horses, horse care, handling, and riding. Appropriate for ages 6 and older.
The Friday the 13th Museum, located at 27 Main Street in Blairstown, will be open on Friday, May 13th for 13 hours! Fans can view killer exhibits, from the original film and franchise, all day long for a one-time $5 per person fee.
Every Friday the 13th hundreds of horror fans make a ritual pilgrimage to Blairstown, NJ to remember the film that made the town a legend. There’s something special about watching Friday the 13th on Friday the 13th.
Tickets on sale now. Get yours before it's too late!
Be one of the first 50 kids(16 and under) to register and get a free fishing rod! Registration starts at 9:30am at Footbridge Park, one of two fishing locations.
Hosted by the Phillipsburg High School Comic and Anime & Manga clubs comes another year of Comic- Con! There will be panels, kids activities, comic giveaways, and a comic con exclusive print that you can get with a canned good or monetary donation to our local food bank.
Highlight Hackettstown’s diverse culture with kid’s activities, crafts, live entertainment, a Tricky Tray, small plate food tastings, and more. A portion of Main St. will be closed to vehicles for this brand new event.
Traditionally a German festival to celebrate the end of winter and the start of the growing season, the day will be filled with music, food, fun and great craft beer.
"Mixing rockabilly and outlaw country with a folk flair, Hintz is a fantastic storyteller and an equally fantastic showman," hails the Hartford Courant. Nathaniels's influence comes from country & western, rock & roll, and gospel music.
Performing the band's greatest hits from the '70s, '80s and beyond, each member mirrors his counterpart in the Eagles instrumentally and vocally.
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.
Come and spend a Sunday afternoon enjoying the beauty of Johnsonburg in the spring!
Kicking off another season at the historic Ramsaysburg Homestead is Yarn, an Americana/jam/rock group based out of Brooklyn and Raleigh. They have made their mark and have a large local following.
The Phillipsburg Rotary Club is proud to be holding its 13th Annual Corks & Forks Food, Wine and Beer tasting event at Flynn's on the Hill.
Every Friday the 13th hundreds of horror fans make a ritual pilgrimage to Blairstown, NJ to remember the film that made the town a legend. There’s something special about watching Friday the 13th on Friday the 13th.
Tickets on sale now. Get yours before it's too late!
The Phillipsburg Rotary Club is proud to be holding its 13th Annual Corks & Forks Food, Wine and Beer tasting event at Flynn's on the Hill.
Modeled after VonThun's Equine Scout Program, young horse lovers will be introduced to horses, horse care, handling, and riding. Appropriate for ages 6 and older.
With a large local following in New Jersey, Yarn, an Americana/jam/rock group based out of Brooklyn and Raleigh, comes back to Ramsaysburg.
Every Friday the 13th hundreds of horror fans make a ritual pilgrimage to Blairstown, NJ to remember the film that made the town a legend. There’s something special about watching Friday the 13th on Friday the 13th.
Tickets on sale now. Get yours before it's too late!
"Mixing rockabilly and outlaw country with a folk flair, Hintz is a fantastic storyteller and an equally fantastic showman," hails the Hartford Courant. Nathaniels's influence comes from country & western, rock & roll, and gospel music.
With a large local following in New Jersey, Yarn, an energetic and evolving Americana/jam/rock group based out of Brooklyn and Raleigh, has played Roy's Hall annually for the past twelve years, sometimes twice a year.