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.
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. A year-long tribute to the Footbridge kicks off with this tour that includes live music by the Sycamore Banjo Band.
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
Spend an afternoon visiting the Jim and Mary Lee Museum at Plane 9 West in the Port Warren Heritage Area, Stewartsville, and the Warren County History Museum at Morris Canal Bread Lock Park in New Village, too. These two museums, both located at sites on the route of the old Morris Canal, are open and staffed by volunteers today, 1-4pm. Learn how the canal boats moved up and down the hills of northern New Jersey as they traversed the state from from Port Delaware – AKA Phillipsburg – to Jersey City. Walk the towpath trail, and learn about other aspects of Warren County's rich history.
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.