Camp Musky is an educational and fun day camp for kids ages 5 to 12-plus. Sign your kids up for a fun summer. Walk in anytime to register or pick up information about the Camp Musky programs. They will offer "mini" nature walks all evening between those times.
Starting May 9, 2018
"There’s no way to be a perfect mother, and a million ways to be a good one." - Jill Churchill, American author
Let's all try to be good mothers, fathers, sons and daughters as we get ready for the weekend! Scroll down to find out about a variety of activities - crafts, herbs and native plants, history presentations, live music, fairs, a festival and more - to start making plans! And, of course, there are plenty of Mother's Day brunches and dinners from which to choose.
Happy Mother's Day, Happy Spring, and, as always, Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Everyone is welcome to the Warren County Disability Fair. 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.
The Domestic Abuse & Sexual Assault Crisis Center of Warren County (DASACC) will host a one-night only benefit reading of Eve Ensler’s award winning play The Vagina Monologues at Rutherfurd Hall. Doors open at 6:15pm and the performance starts at 7pm.
Want to learn about herbs and their culinary and traditional uses? Christine Gaffney, a master gardener and herb docent from Essex County will be your instructor. Learn how to add pizzaz to your culinary dishes and about traditional uses of herbs in history.
Join Wild Ridge Plants for their Spring Open GreenHouse! On Friday and Saturday, visit their native plant nursery and farm in the height of spring planting season. They are located in rural Pohatcong Township.
Do you like to sing? Then, come and sing your heart out at Brook Hollow! Free admission and no experience necessary. Sing or just spend some time with friends and good wine. They will provide the music. You just provide the fun and bring all the food you want.
Want some Mom and Daughter time? Come to The Farm in Harmony where you and your daughter can make a floral wreath using a wire frame, our beautiful strawflowers, ribbon, fabric and other textures. They will have a variety of frame shapes and sizes available as well as decorating options.
Lee Larson will play the songs everyone knows and loves. The Inn has a full menu and features craft beers, fine wines and expansive cocktail selections. There is no charge for the music. Reservations, though, are recommended. To make a reservation, call 908-459-4884.
Jersey's best Classic & Southern Rock all night long!
Fun Pop/Rock hits - from Elvis & the Beatles to today's radio hits.
Check out The House Rockers at Bea McNally's!
Come to Country Corner Store and Cafe for their first event! There will be a vendor fair featuring local artists and artisans, face painting, chair massage, agricultural lessons for the kids including a short cooking lesson and much more.
Do you want to try quilting? Rail Fence is a perfect block design that allows the beginner to build their sewing and quilting skills easily, while creating fun and easy to follow patterns.
It's Phillipsburg's 4th Annual Comic-Con! Come get free comics, check out the kids activities, and meet both new and iconic creators!
Blairstown's Footbridge is celebrating 125 years since its installation in 1893! John I. Blair funded the installation of the bridge as a gift to the people of the community in honor of his own 91st birthday.
Brook Hollow will be open normal business hours Mother's Day weekend from 12pm-6pm with regular wine tastings at $10/person and live music between 1:30pm and 4:30pm. Make the day special for that special lady by purchasing a package listed below when they arrive at the winery.
Villa Milagro celebrates “Dia de las Madres” with a delicacy native to Mexico: chocolate! We will honor your “Mamacita” with a gift long stem chocolate rose.
Relax to the sounds of Jeff Bellfy & Co. - wide variety of music blending songs from the '70s through today's hits. Admission is $15 per person which includes wine tasting or your choice of one glass of wine from the Arbor selection. The wine tasting is complimentary for Gold Club Members.
Enjoy free live music from this popular local duo with family, friends, and delicious wines!
Villa Milagro's Concert Series showcases local musicians in a concert setting. Come to hear, appreciate and enjoy Jazz and Classical musicians and vocalists from traditional to contemporary.
In an era of click-bait and sound bites, Yarn provides a real experience. They're not just a live band; they're a band for people who want to live.
Come see a Southern Rock 'n' Roll band based out of Warren County.
Have fun with PFA! Enjoy a night out with friends while eating some delicious food. The Philadelphia Funk Authority (PFA), will provide you with the very best in high-energy dance and party entertainment!
Let The Willows do the cooking and clean up. Celebrate your Mother at The Willows. Call to make your reservation at 908-574-5101.
Celebrate Mother's Day at Buck Hill Brewery! Every Mom gets a rose.
The Loft at Jacks's Barn and award winning Chef, Franco Vitella, present A Special Mother's Day Buffet Brunch. This beautifully restored feed barn & once molasses mill served local farmers. They welcome you and your family for this very special occasion!
Treat your Mom to brunch at Architects! Reservations are available from 10-5 pm, and are required. Mother's Day Sunday Brunch Pricing: Adults are $33.95, Children are $16.95 and 3yrs and under are free.
Come to a Mother's Day Buffet Celebration at Bea McNally's. Reservations are recommended but not required.
Celebrate your Mom at Flynn's On the Hill for brunch! Cost is $24.95 for Adults, $21.95 for Seniors, $12 for Children ages 5-10 and free for Children under 5. Seatings are available at 11am and 3pm. Call 908-454-0011 to make your reservation.
Check out the amazing menu offered, and call 908-459-4884 to reserve your table!
Italian Chef, Matty Matarazzo promises a meal fit for your Mom as he brings back the traditional Mother's Day dinner of Roasted Turkey and Baked Ham with all the trimmings.
Celebrate Mother's Day at Marianna's! Let them take care of the cooking while you celebrate with Mom. Reservations are strongly suggested. Call 908-777-3500.
Join the Rock Creek Tavern on Mother's Day for their monthly plant nite. Relax with your Mom and enjoy some awesome food, drinks and planting a terrarium.
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
Two Warren County history museums, both located at sites on the route of the old Morris Canal, are open and staffed by volunteers on the second Sunday of each month, 1-4pm.
The '50s, '60s and '70s music with classic country and more is the style that Janci and Berry bring to Brook Hollow Winery. Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!
Come to The Farm in Harmony for a therapeutic yoga class designed for Veterans and their families to attend. In the light of service, The Farm In Harmony will now be offering free yoga classes specially designed for Military Veterans and their families.
Join Casey for an evening of creating rolled paper flowers to decorate a natural material wreath for your home or to give as a gift. Your finished 6-inch diameter wreath will be the perfect addition to your summer decor! Perfect size for around a candle to make a centerpiece.
Continuing
Beginning in April, RVC will offer a free weekly youth fishing program known as “Hooked on Fishing not on Drugs (HOFNOD)”. This community program offered to students, ages 12-15yrs old, will run 4/10 - 6/14 (Spring Session) and 6/19- 8/30 (Summer Session), every Tuesday and Thursday, 3:30pm-6pm.
Come out to Bea McNally's for a fun night with DJ Nappz!
Every Friday, come to Kathy's Kove to sing your heart out! Bring your instrument, voice, poetry, story or written word. They have the mic and amp.
Now that the warmer weather is approaching, you may be looking for something to do with family and friends for free.
Relax and unwind with some tapas, delicious drinks and some smooth sounds, featuring Live Jazz Saturdays 9:30-11:30pm.
Live Acoustic Music every Sunday! Enjoy some coffee, food and music.
Begin Your Journey to a Better Life! Yoga Class with Delia for beginners starts at 4pm and Advanced Beginner/Intermediate 5:15-6:30pm. $91 for 7-week session or $16 per session.
Open Mic Night is available to single or duo acoustic players and vocalists. No amps, drums or bands allowed. Check their website for more details.
Community Corner
Sponsored by the Liberty Township Recreation Commission, come relax and join them for Yoga /Tai Chi every Wednesday through the Winter/Spring of 2018. Certified instructors will provide a one hour class. The class is open to everyone. Registration starts at 5:45pm.
Five Wishes is an easy-to-use legal document written in everyday language that lets adults of all ages plan how they want to be cared for. There are many things in life that are out of our hands.
Blairstown Historic Preservation Committee's second event of History Month 2018 is with the North Warren Seniors at the Catherine Dickson Hofman Library. The talk is hosted by the North Warren Seniors and is open to the public.
This Warren County Arts group meeting will feature a demonstration of watercolors by artist Neela Pushparaj. Neela started watercolor lessons in 1987 at age 49, learning the rudiments of Watercolor painting from Sarita Anne Cook.
Kick off Mother's Day weekend with the songs of ABBA and the sunny coast of Greece! The Community Center @ Belvidere, the Lions Club and Country Gate Players invite you to this FREE Movie Night at the Playhouse featuring Mamma Mia! The Movie. Doors open at 6:30pm for the 7pm show.
Plan Ahead
Rutherfurd Hall introduces a Meditation Class with, Jean Marie of Fostering the Journey. This class will invite peace and wellness to your life. Brief lesson, silent meditation, and Q&A. $15 per class. $39 for 3 classes prepaid.
Join Rutherfurd Hall for a kids night full of creativity & inspiration! Kids will learn how to paint this magestic Hummingbird Garden with Miss Jenna. All children 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. All ages are welcome.
Calling aspiring artists and wine lovers! Let's get cozy and creative while we paint this beautiful lavendar landscape! You will be guided by a professional artist while you learn about color mixing, drawing & perspective while getting a little art therapy!
There is no better way to make chemistry fun than by combining it with something every kid loves: LEGOS!
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED - In this free lecture, they will take a look at the way artists have approached portraits and what they reveal about moments in cultural history.
Ever heard of walking meditation? Join yoga teacher Kate McGuiness for a 30-minute meditation walk through the forest of White Lake and learn the basics of walking meditation. Free to all. Meet at the White Barn parking lot of White Lake.
Join The Farm in Harmony for a beginner quilting class: Shapes – Four Patch/Nine Patch. By understanding how to build and design a four patch or nine patch block, you can quickly create interesting patterns while still building up your basic skills.
CANCELLED DUE TO THE PREDICTED RAIN - Boy Scouts of America Troop 54 presents its annual Car and Truck Show: Car Troop 54, Where Are You? Bring your wheels or
Hope Junction is having a free, two-for-one event featuring the work of artists Jim and Jill Doherty. Refreshment will be served.
Join the Hackettstown BID and celebrate their 2nd Annual town-wide Maifest on the block located between the streets of Main at Grand Avenue and Valentine Street. Bring the whole family and enjoy music, food, libations, contests, activities, along with craft and business vendors.
"A Stomping We Will Go" at our Barefoot Grape Stomping! $37 per person (plus tax & service fee). Advanced tickets required. Call for tickets at 908-475-3671.
Enjoy a heard warming, toe-tapping evening of great stories, fun facts, and lots of Patsy Cline's chart-topping hits as the Inn presents a very special dinner tribute show with "Patsy Cline" & The Nashville Ramblers featuring Patricia Durante.
It’s that time again! Get your yoga on – and your wine/wine slushies at Brook Hollow Winery! Let the stresses of your week melt away in our outdoor pavilion yoga class overlooking beautiful, lush vineyards. The class will be beginner-friendly and open to all levels.
Join Ridge and Valley Conservancy friend and supporter Rob Merrifield for the May "Hike of the Month" through Blair Creek Preserve. They will meet at the white barn parking lot at White Lake at 11:45am and carpool to the trail head. Hike will begin at 12pm.
Stop by for a little while, or hang out for all three hours. Bring your instruments and/or voice; or just sit-in and enjoy the music. It's a live, acoustic music jam, and EVERYBODY plays and sings along, (if you like).
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.
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.