Warren County Wanderings

Starting November 4, 2021

“Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness.” -  Frank Gehry, Canadian-born American architect and designer

The Georgian-style mansion pictured above is Shippen Manor, perched above the historic village of Oxford Furnace. Built as the iron master’s residence in c. 1754, this gem is one of 11 stops along the Explore Warren History Trail, a (free) self-guided driving tour of historic Warren County landmarks open for visitors this weekend. Start at any site, pick up your map and guide, and explore at your own pace a variety of timeless landmarks that each speaks of its own time and place in Warren County history!

Scroll down for complete details on this, and other, upcoming happenings. Happy November, and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up
Alice in Slasherland
When young Lewis Diaz accidentally resurrects the soul of a brutally slain girl named Alice, he unwittingly unleashes a literal hell on Earth. Now it's up to Lewis and his newly undead companion to protect his classmates from becoming freshly slaughtered carcasses. Due to strong language, violence, horror, and adult themes, this production is intended for MATURE AUDIENCES. VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED.
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Self- Guided History Trail presented by Explore Warren History Trail
Explore Shippen Manor, Blair's Town, Oxford Furnace, the Morris Canal and many more historic sites throughout Warren County. A total of 11 historic landmarks are stops on the self-guided, county-wide driving tour, where you can visit one or multiple sites at your own pace each day. The event is FREE and open to individuals and families of all ages. Printed trail maps are available at each location to start you on your history adventure. Each site will have a docent on hand to convey the history of the location; some sites will have demonstrations and festival activities. Interactive children’s activities are also planned at several locations. The event is rain or shine. Schedule details and a digital map are available at WarrenHistoryTrail.org.
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Thanksgiving Cornucopia at Well-Sweep Herb Farm
Fill your holiday table with a beautiful and bountiful centerpiece using a wicker cornucopia, preserved greens, wheat, pine cones, fruit and dried flowers. The finished project is 8″ x 18″. Reservations are required. $44.00.
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Christmas in the Country at Well-Sweep Herb Farm
At this time of year, the Well-Sweep garden fairies transform the Gift Shop into a Christmas wonderland. The shop is filled with Christmas decorations, potpourri, essential oils, dried flowers and wreaths, dried organic culinary herbs and now features an expanded line of medicinal herbs.
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Fall in Love with Warren Wineries - Two Weekends of Leaves and Wines
It's the second weekend that Warren County wineries are hosting a special wine tasting and leaf-viewing event, plus you have a chance to win a unique handmade charcuterie board by wood craftsman Dean Nikituk of One Man's Hands. Visit Brook Hollow Winery, Four Sisters Winery, Little Ridge Vineyards and Villa Milagro Vineyards to fall in love with the wines and wineries from this colorful corner of the state. NOTE: The four wineries involved all have different hours. Please check with each winery to plan your visit.
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Holiday Wine Release at Villa Milagro
Holidays are upon us. Time to stock up on Villa Milagro wines! Thirsty guests are arriving. You are traveling or visiting and need hostess gifts. It's time for your office party and you want to serve local foods and wine.
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Trail's End Party at Alba hosted by Pohatcong History & Heritage Society
If you like great food and wine while supporting historic preservation, join the Pohatcong History & Heritage Society following the Explore Warren County History Trail to celebrate at Alba Vineyard to benefit the restoration of Shimer Mansion, a stop along the History Trail.
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Meditation Monday with Jean Marie
Bring your mat to Rutherfurd Hall and begin the Holiday Season with tranquility, harmony and serenity. Jean Marie will take us through a sound meditation journey, along with silence. Questions will be answered at the end.
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Succulent Discussion hosted by the North Warren Garden Club
Curious or crazy about succulents? Want to know what are they? How to grow them? Join us for a talk lead by Ed Kramer, our succulent savvy speaker. The Club is open to all Warren County residents. Tuesday’s meeting will be held at A&J Messina’s Greenhouse, Sandhill Road, Blairstown.
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The Art of Fair Trade at 5 East Gallery
This holiday season, why not shop for a cause? You can buy lovely gift items and help people in developing countries improve their lives as well, by purchasing Fair Trade items at The Art of Fair Trade, an art gallery show and sale.
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The Art of Fair Trade at 5 East Gallery
This holiday season, why not shop for a cause? You can buy lovely gift items and help people in developing countries improve their lives as well, by purchasing Fair Trade items at The Art of Fair Trade, an art gallery show and sale.
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Holiday Wine Release at Villa Milagro
Holidays are upon us. Time to stock up on Villa Milagro wines! In addition to the traditional European style blends that are wonderfully sophisticated, this weekend we are releasing our "Feliz Navidad," a spicy, mulled wine perfect for cold evenings before the fire.
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Holiday Wine Release at Villa Milagro
Holidays are upon us. Time to stock up on Villa Milagro wines! In addition to the traditional European style blends that are wonderfully sophisticated, this weekend we are releasing our "Feliz Navidad," a spicy, mulled wine perfect for cold evenings before the fire.
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Continuing
Live Music at Tiptons Tavern
This establishment has had a number of owners over its long history. Many in the region have known it as the Lanark Inn.
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Afternoon Music Under the Arbor @ Alba Vineyard
Join Alba every Saturday and Sunday afternoon for wine, food, and music! All guests must be 21+ Chef Anthony, Trattoria Di Fiore, will be back, with freshly made wood-fired pizza, salad, paninis, and other culinary treats available for purchase.
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Weekend Live Music at Brook Hollow Winery
Spend part of your afternoon at Brook Hollow Winery and Event Facility for live music. Enjoy music with Michael Long on Saturday, Phil Carollo on Sunday.
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Community Corner
Raffle Deadline: Habitat for Humanity Build for Veteran
Proceeds from this raffle will go toward a house being built for a Veteran family in Pohatcong Township. The drawing will be held at Habitat's Washington office on Veteran's Day, November 11. Purchase tickets online, or visit the WCHFH Restore or office (both in Washington).
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