Starting October 17, 2018
"I can smell autumn dancing in the breeze. The sweet chill of pumpkin, and crisp sunburnt leaves." - Ann Drake
It's Pohatcong's big weekend: The annual historic house tour is Saturday, so there's a party the night before, plus the Grape Gallop and the Food Truck & Wine Festival, centered in and around Alba Vineyard. Fall is in full swing - in addition to the many events you'll find below, remember to click over to our Fall Farm Fun guide to locate the corn mazes (you'll have to find your own way out, though!), apple orchards, pumpkin patches, hay rides and more at places like Country Fresh Farms, seen in this beautiful and spooky photo by Teresa Kaminski. Happy Wanderings!
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In honor of the Congregation of the Daughters of Divine Charity, who used Rutherfurd Hall as a convalescent facility for retired nuns, they will introduce meditation (prayer) lessons/experience in the Catholic tradition.
October 17: Contemplative meditation/Prayer
Experience this 3-part series designed to inspire change and move toward a more just and equal future for women. This month Patricia Teffenhart, MPA will be speaking. For more details, please check here.
The maze is open Wednesday through Sunday each week, but on Fridays and on Halloween, children ages 4-12 wearing camo clothes get into the maze for free! The military-themed corn maze takes this year's design from the Purple Heart Medal.
Friday Night Meal Deal at Brook Hollow featuring $5 lasagna! Listen to Marty Koppel and drink some delicious wine. Wine will be available for purchase by the bottle or glass at retail value.
An evening of fine wine, great people, food, music, and a silent auction! Admission includes a complimentary ticket to the Self-Guided House Tour the following day. All proceeds benefit the Pohatcong History & Heritage Society.
Contemporary and pop with Gina Royale as the historic inn, a restored 1769 stone gristmill, features live music from local artists.
More information and reservations at 908-459-4884.
The event that pairs exercise & wine tasting! Choose to run or walk the course through their picturesque Vineyard. After the race, grab a glass and stimulate your taste buds by sampling Alba's award winning wines!
Von Thun's fall weekends have a one-price admission of $10.99 includes hayrides, corn maze, moon bounce, rubber duck races, pedal karts, & lots more games & activities! Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts in uniform receive free admission on Scout Weekend!
Celebrate the beautiful fall season with a drive through the scenic countryside around the Township of Pohatcong with exclusive access to amazing historic houses. Start at Alba Vineyard for the self-guided tour of local historic homes, sites, and other structures. Proceeds benefit historic and environmental preservation efforts in Pohatcong Township.
You are probably thinking the festivities have ended at Alba Vineyard. Well, we say it ain't over till the "big man" sings! The "big man" being Andy of The VooDUDES, will perform one more time this year at our Harvest Food Truck & Wine extravaganza. This event will feature c
All through the month of October enjoy Family Harvest Weekends from 12pm-5pm at Four Sisters Winery. $5 per person includes a corn maze and hayride to the pumpkin patch. Take a Tractor drawn hayride to pick your own pumpkins or find your way through Cornelius's Corn Maze.
Enjoy the vocal/piano stylings of Dylan as he plays songs from the '60s, '70s and more. From Billy Joel to Elton John to the Eagles, Dylan plays a variety of styles that we like to affectionately and reverently call classic rock, keeping alive the signature sounds of the period.
Come enjoy free live music from the '50s, '60s and '70s with family, friends, and delicious wines!
Come out and enjoy a delicious meal made from fresh ingredients in a beautiful setting. Hosted and prepared by the farm owners, the Kesler Family, this three-course meal features fresh fruits and vegetables from TreeLicious’s own fields.
Well-Sweep's 18th annual Fall Harvest gathering, with honored guest Edgar Allan Poe. The father of the detective story, pioneer of science fiction and master of the macabre will be portrayed by acclaimed actor, Bob Gleason, from the American Historical Theatre.
The Belvidere Lions Club presents the Ghoul's Night Out Dance Party at Belvidere Manor. Featuring DJ Lunden Fog, costume parade & judging, cash bar, 50/50 raffle, prizes and giveaways. Proceeds to benefit Lions charities and community projects.
Twice postponed, now it's your chance to see this amazing artist. “Iris DeMent makes music that celebrates humanity’s efforts toward salvation, while acknowledging that most of our time on Earth is spent reconciling with the fact that we don’t feel so redeemed.
It’s that time again! Get your yoga on – and your wine/wine slushies! Let the stresses of your week melt away in our heated event facility, looking over one of our lush vineyards. The class will be beginner-friendly and open to all levels.
Join RVC Trustee Joel McGreen for the October "Hike of the Month" through Beech Ridge Preserve. We will meet at trail head at 10:50 am for a 11:00 am hike.
Listen to some acoustic rock, Americana and folk music influenced by Collective Soul, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty and John Mellencamp while you enjoy some wine outside on the deck.
Bring family, friends and a potluck dish to share along with your own plates, utensils, etc. The day begins in the fields across the road where we all get a little dirt under our nails harvesting carrots for winter storage.
Enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!
Something's amiss, and now "the game's afoot!" for the brilliant scientist and criminologist, Mr. Sherlock Holmes. Along with his trusted companion, Dr.
Continuing
The reviews are coming in and CSC's Dracula is a hit! Before Twilight and True Blood, only one vampire commanded “the children of the night.” In this blood-thirsty tale of unholy terror, Count Dracula slips into Victorian London with a cargo of his native Transylvanian soil - so he can rest between victims. The city seems helpless against his frightful power, and only one man, Dr. Van Helsing, can stop the carnage. But to do this, he must uncover the vampire’s lair and pierce his heart with a wooden stake.
When riding the Great Pumpkin Train, every child will be able to pick their own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. $18/adult; $12/child. Trips leave 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm.
Saturday evenings between April and October 2018, the United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey (UACNJ) Observatory, located in Jenny Jump State Forest in Hope, NJ will be open.
Attention Veterans! There is a therapeutic yoga class designed for you and your families to attend.This class will be a place where you can come to learn through experience, the benefits of a regular yoga practice including peace of mind, improved physical health and overall well-being.
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
Tricky Tray that's bigger and better than before with prizes from Thirty-One, Vera Bradley, Coach and Island Resort Vacations. Tickets<
Doors open at 12pm. Admission is $20. Contact phscheerboard@gmail.com with any questions.
Come out and try Pastor Jesse’s meatloaf and join them for a time of fellowship at Broadway United Methodist Church. Donations will be accepted.
All-you-can-eat Family Style Roast Beef Dinner with assorted desserts. Call ahead and leave message to reserve tickets, or buy them at the door. $15/adult; $14/Senior and take-out; $8/child age 6-12; free for kids age 5 and younger. 908-453-2301.
The world of Vampires and Zombies will come alive, as Centenary Stage Company performer and Professor Stephen Davis leads a hands-on program. Participants in this fun and free workshop will learn to transform their faces with the magic of theatrical makeup.