This is not a traditional maze in a corn field, which can often be challenging and a good way to get lost for a bit. The 4-H clover is in a hay field, and the hay is about 12 inches high. Check it out! Free and open to the public, dawn to dusk. Off street parking in the Balloon Port.
Starting September 23, 2020
"People will never forget how you made them feel." - Maya Angelou (1928-2014), American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist
Sometimes we struggle to decide what to feature as our cover photo. Not today! Look what we found! Each fall, Donaldson Farms creates a new maze design in support of a charitable organization that makes a difference in our community. This year’s theme is ‘A Heartfelt Thank You to our Healthcare Workers!’ Donaldson Farms is proud to announce that its 2020 Fall Corn Maze celebrates healthcare workers near and far and will donate $1 from every corn maze entry this season to American Red Cross – New Jersey Region. Donaldson Farms' Fall Harvest Weekends featuring apple & pumpkin picking, hayrides, corn cannon & visits with their ponies begin on September 26 and run through November 1. The corn maze will be open daily for you to explore! Learn more here.
Summer is officially over, but for the time being we can savor the best of both worlds - still warm enough to enjoy outdoor activities during the day, and nice sleeping weather at night. So thanks to all healthcare workers - and others on the front lines - and Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Bobby Clark Plays It Hard! at the latest Music in the Park show.
Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division of Land Preservation.
Order dinner from one of Hackettstown's local restaurants, bring a growler from your favorite brewery (or BYOB), and listen to great sounds of Jukebox Trio (pictured) under the outdoor dining tent located in the parking lot next to Davila’s and Stella G’s from 6-8 pm.
Music from 7-10pm, over starts at 6pm ($10 cover includes a ticket for beer). $5 DD ticket available. 21+
We've got a full tap list of beers ready to go! We've also got Hard CZeltzers which are Gluten Free & only 5% for an easy drinking non-beer option.
Relax under the Arbor every Friday, 12-9pm through September 25, weather permitting. Seating for 2-4 people on a first come, first serve basis; groups of 5-7 must make a prior reservation.
A special MS fundraiser: $10 admission includes a wine tasting and live music by Dylan Carter. Add a glass or bottle of your favorite FSW wine to savor on the outdoor deck overlooking the picturesque 250-acre farm.
Relax with a bottle of Brook Hollow wine and enjoy the talents of musician/composer John Cain. No food will be provided, but feel free to pick up takeout on the way over!
The Boat Bar is still open! Friday night: D-Sauce & The Electric Monkey; Saturday night: Chris Condel & Kyle Baker. Please make a reservation to guarantee your spot!
Come relax and renew yourself or gift a loved one to unwind under the open sky in this oasis of peace and picturesque setting, hosted in partnership with Green Tulip Health & Wellness, LLC
Hackettstown Community Band will play a free concert under the tent at the Main Street Park, near 186 Main Street. Featuring an array of marching music, this family-friendly concert runs about one hour. The concert is sponsored by the Hackettstown Business Improvement District.
Come and enjoy the casual but lively atmosphere, award-winning wines, beautiful vineyard views, hayrides and apple picking! Live music: Ava Hoffman 1-5pm on Saturday; Rich Berry 12:30-5pm on Sunday.
Relax under the Arbor (weather permitting) with with Jeff Bellfy & Co. on Saturday and Kathy Phillips on Sunday. Chef Anthony, Trattoria Di Fiore, is back with freshly made wood-fired pizza, caprese salad, paninis, and charcuterie.
Visit Brook Hollow Winery and Event Facility for live music each weekend day: Janci and Berry on Saturday and Scott Messina on Sunday.
Rock out and celebrate the end of one strange summer alongside the Delaware River with Triple Dog Dare!
Relax under the Arbor Saturday evenings from 6-9pm through September 26, weather permitting. Food available for purchase: Freshly made wood-fired pizza, caprese salad, paninis, and charcuterie.
Tables will be set up on the patio and lawn, with food and beverages served to your tables, along with Southern Rock 'n' Roll served up by Black Cross Band.
Centenary Stage Company kicks off its official 2020-2021 season with a special outdoor Gala concert featuring hit Broadway showtunes all focusing on the company’s theme for the anniversary season: Hope.
Calling aspiring artists & wine lovers! Come out for a night full of creativity & inspiration on the beautiful patio of Rutherfurd Hall!
Local singer/songwriter/guitar player. Funding has been made possible, in part, by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Division of Land Preservation.
Hackettstown Community Band will play a free concert under the tent at Trinity Church, 213 Main St. Featuring an array of marching music, this family-friendly concert runs about one hour. The concert is sponsored by the Hackettstown Business Improvement District.
Continuing
Learn to use laughter to overcome life’s difficulties! There is power in laughter to help and heal. The idea is really simple: even if you don’t feel like laughing that you just start laughing and your body and spirit benefit, even if the laugh is intentional.
Take a beautiful, narrated, 1.5 hour scenic trip along the Delaware river to Riegelsville and return. Opportinunties to enjoy activities along the line; the Corn Maze is now open.
Enjoy an afternoon trip on a train to Villa Milagro for a beautiful journey along the scenic Delaware River behind New Jersey's only operating steam locomotive. Visit to one of New Jersey's most beautiful Wineries.
This weekly Farmers’ Market offers quality fruits and vegetables as well as specialty items with special events throughout the season, from 10am-2pm every Saturday through September 26. The market runs along Route 57, anchored in the Pocket Park located at 44 E. Washington Ave.
This new Farm Market will run every 2nd & 4th Sunday to October 25, on the beautiful grounds of Rutherfurd Hall.
United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey (UACNJ) Observatory, located in Jenny Jump State Forest in Hope, NJ, continues it public programs with "Mars Rover 2020" presented by Michael Dean Lewis, NASA Ambassador.
Community Corner
The Warren County Board of Chosen Freeholders honors wartime military veterans at the Warren County War Memorial.
Plan Ahead
Bobby Clark Band plays rock/country music - and plays it hard! Held at Shappell Park.
This concert has been rescheduled from Sept. 3.
Centenary Stage Company will hold a Non-Equity open call audition for the upcoming 2020 holiday production of The Christmas Carol written by Stephen Temperley based on the story by Charles Dickens. Auditions will be held by appointment on Friday, October 2 from 10:30 am – 6:30 pm.
Miss Nelson can't control her crazy classroom because she's just too nice. But when she disappears, her substitute is the no-nonsense Viola Swamp! With the big test approaching, the kids suddenly realize how much they miss their Miss Nelson, and they'll do anything to get her back!
This will be the final Dine in the Vines this year, as the weather gets cold and the sun sets too soon. Bring a sweater, shawl or jacket. This one will feature Chefs Kim and Sara Beth of Sara Beth's Culinary Cuisine in Clinton.
The Emmy Award winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series that taught history, grammar, math, science and politics through clever, tuneful songs is instructing a whole new generation to "Unpack Your Adjectives and do "The Circulations"!
Inspired by the events of The Little Rock 9, Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical serves as a colorful history lesson for children, reminding them that our individual differences make us awesome, not outcasts.
Centenary Stage Company’s Fringe Festival kicks off with Rent Control.
The Phillipsburg Rotary is running the Phillipsburg Rotary vs Opioid 4th Annual Golf Outing on October 9, 2020 at Green Pond Country Club, Bethlehem, PA.
Grab your friends and gather at Harkers Hollow Golf Club in the beautiful hills of Warren County for a fun day of 18 holes of golf for a great cause!
An exceptional night of music under the stars with Riverside R&B and singer Kerry Blue. This concert will feature Gary Staples on keyboards, John Sprout on drums, Dave Antonow on bass & guitar, and Charlie Mark on sax & harmonicas.
Boy Scouts of America Troop 54 presents its 9th Annual Car and Truck Show: Car Troop 54, Where Are You? Bring your wheels or just come out to see the cars and trucks that others have entered in the show.