Warren County Wanderings

Starting October 18, 2017

"Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons." - Jim Bishop, American journalist

Indulge your inner artist at hands-on workshops, experience history with a house tour or a Halloween event, meet a former president or see a show - your choices are as varied as your imagination while you wander in Warren County this week! A warm welcome to all new Wanderers who visited us and signed up at Longmeadow Farm's recent Harvest Festival, and last weekend's Phillipsburg Pork Roll Palooza! Enjoy this beautiful weather, and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up

Get lost in the whimsical world of fairy gardening! Offered twice; No registration required. $9 workshop fee includes gravel, soil & instruction. Plants & fairy gardening products sold separately. 

Meet local artist Shelley Bartlett and see her beautiful oil paintings. Light fare and mimosas will be served, and be sure to grab a free pumpkin on your way out!

Learn how to make a grapevine wreath and decorate with dried flowers.  You will take grapevines and learn how to twist, turn, wrap and secure them into a grapevine wreath shape.

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.

A free, kid-friendly event with games, snacks, a tour of the house, and local history. Co-sponsored by Phillipsburg Area Historical Society and Firth Youth Center. All are welcome.  Donations always appreciated..

A collective musical house, distilled in the Lehigh Valley, PA, and infused with soul.

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.

Shop a variety of vendors, participate in hands-on workshops, shop at the Guild Boutique, and enjoy some delicious food at their cafe.

The last Grape Gallop of 2017 at the amazing Alba Vineyard, either 2- or 3.5-mile routes.  Register by October 19 for $55, Race Day $65. 

Register now at: http://www.grapegallop.com/newjersey-oct

Family Harvest Weekends continue, with live music, their vino cafe menu, wine tasting, hayrides, corn maze, pumpkin/apple picking and fun for the whole family. Saturday's live music on the deck (12-5pm) will be performed by Henry Wieczorek, an Acoustic Soloist currently living in Flemington NJ.

Join us for our last festival of the year and celebrate the end of another great harvest, with cuisine from the region’s best food trucks, Alba’s estate wines, and live music by The VooDUDES!

 

You are invited to participate in a Hands on Workshop in Precious Metal Clay, directed by Suzanne Dominiquez, member of 5 East Art Gallery, a multi talented artist.  This is a 2 day class being held on Saturday, Oct. 21 and Sunday, Oct.

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!

The village buildings will be open from 2-5pm for tours and traditional craft demonstrations like cider pressing, natural dyes, woodworking, a scavenger hunt and crafts including cornhusk and apple-head dolls.

17th annual fall harvest gathering with honored guest, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, an American statesman and political leader who served as our 32nd president. He won a record four presidential elections and emerged as a central figure in world events during his presidency.

Hosted by The Artsy Palette, paint an autumn landscape on an 11x14 Canvas to support Autism awareness. $35 per person, light refreshments and gifts will be provided at the end of the night. Call Patty to register and pay at 908-343-6469. Credit cards have a $3 fee.

It's $5 per player as teams of 2 to 6 people compete for the prize: the winning team takes the pot (no house split). The lunch menu will be available and they are BYOB friendly.

 

If you like Southern rock and classic rock, you'll love the Black Cross Band!

Jukebox Riot plays a wide variety of songs from past to present and is sure to please.  Come by and check them out!

Grammy-award winner, six-time Grammy nominee, and 2015 IBMA Award winner for Recorded Event of the Year, Peter Rowan is a singer-songwriter with a career spanning over five decades.

Jersey Sound is one of the tri-state area's premier oldies band, known for its versatility and talented members. Reservations recommended!

The Classic Soul Band features four individual members with outstanding musicial abilities, spectacular vocals and harmonies that will warm the soul. Oldies and Classic Rock is their thing.  Kick back and listen to The Classic Soul Band while having a nice dinner and a drink.

Family Harvest Weekends continue, with live music, their vino cafe menu, wine tasting, hayrides, corn maze, pumpkin/apple picking and fun for the whole family. Sunday's live music on the deck will be one-man band Richie G., singing and playing the piano.

Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines!

Continuing

This 7-acre, military-themed Corn Maze is open for the season through November 10, Wednesday through Sunday, 9am-6pm (Monday and Tuesday by appointment) and culminating with a free invitation-only event for veterans and their families on Veterans Day, November 11.

This is the final weekend to catch this production! Like a screwball comey from the 30's, there is chaos in the household of a married couple when the wife decides to dedicate herself and her home to the life of the mind. A funny, witty, delightful new adaptation based on the comic genius of Moliere.

Come out to Bea McNally's for a fun night with DJ Nappz! 

Ready for the 2017 Haunting Season! Come if you dare to the Hayride of Horrors & Haunted House at Corrado's Farm, operating Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 6-29.

Wine down your week at Vino Cafe on the deck at Four Sisters Winery with crispy, battered white fish complimented with a tangy white wine tarter sauce and a side of coleslaw. Also available are flatbread pizza, loaded nachos and cheese platters.

A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years.

Photo courtesy of Donaldson's Facebook page

Enjoy a day of fall fun at Donaldson's every weekend (weather permitting) through October. Highlights: Pick-your-own pumpkins, apples, and Indian corn; corn maze; corn cannon; pony rides (12-4pm); duck races; delicious food; vendors; and more!

Every weekend in October: pick your own pumpkins & apples; tractor drawn hayrides; corn maze ($5); wine tasting, wine cellar tours; games for everyone; and live music!

Fall Fest is a great way to spend a day outside with your family and enjoy the beautiful surroundings! ​On the vine pumpkin picking is back this year and the fields are filled with beautiful pumpkins!

In the month of October, every Delaware River Railroad Excursion train is The Great Pumpkin Train. 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.

Live Acoustic Music every Sunday! Enjoy some coffee, food and music.

 

Community Corner

The Friends of the Warren County Library Headquarters will be presenting a Silent Auction of quality handcrafted hats, sweater, scarves, blankets and more.  Place a bid on that special holiday gift!  All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Library.

$10/ adult; $5/child. Spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread and dessert; lemonade, iced tea, coffee/tea (or BYOB).

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.

Five outstanding individuals representing various backgrounds and accomplishments have been selected to join the Warren County Hall of Fame when the 8th Annual Warren County Hall of Fame dinner at Hawk Pointe Golf Club in Washington Township. The event, presented by the Warren County Communi

Begin your journey to a better life! Six-week session of Yoga classes with Delia. Beginner Yoga at 4pm, followed by Advanced/Beginner and Intermediate at 5:15pm.

Pre-pay $78 for all six weeks or $16 per walk-in class.

Come to the open house to learn more about what 4-H program does, what activites they are involved in and how you can join!