Warren County Wanderings

Starting September 30, 2021

“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” -  Albert Camus (1913-1960), French philosopher, author, and journalist awarded the 1957 Nobel Prize in Literature

As we welcome the month of October (or is it “Oktober”?), we feel an irresistible urge to surround ourselves with mums, pumpkins and other ornamentals. And why not? They’re beautiful! This week’s photo is courtesy of Flowerland Growers in White Township. Visit any local farm stand, greenhouse or Farmers Market (while they’re still around) to find abundant stock of such decorations, along with all sorts of other fun fall activities.

Now is a great time to Explore Warren County and revel in the unique joys of this spectacular time of year! So read on for ideas, and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up

Elks Lodges across the Unites States are here to help the community and offer assistance. Come eat and learn what they do, who they serve and ways you can be involved. This is a free event.

Every Friday night during October is movie night. Enjoy classic Halloween movies everyone loves to see! Free for all!

Outdoors, weather permitting...indoors if it's not! Buck's BBQ will be located nearby too! Make a night of it with great beer, good friends and good fun!

YARN Re-Opens Roy’s Hall. YARN has landed on the Grammy ballot 4 times, garnered nods from the Americana Music Association, placed top five on both Radio and Records and the AMA album charts, garnered airplay on Sirius FM, iTunes, Pandora, CNN, and CMT, and also accorded the “Download of the Day” from Rolling Stone.

Be an agent of change! Join RVC stewards for October Volunteer Day. Preserve to be determined so sign up by clicking.

 

Join the folks at Longmeadow Farm for a day of vendors, food, music, kids' crafts and more! Vendors include Rustic Reflections, Bee’s Bracelets, The Queen’s Pantry, Art Across Borders, Sassy Soap Kitchen, Kaleidoscope Enrichment, Current Concept, The Artsy Palette (painting) and Carpenter Lady Crafts Food Entertainment Vendors include The Angry Chourico BBQ, Taxi Cab Burger, Flan Mom, Brook Hollow Winery and Lula’s Empanadas.

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.

A full day of German fun! Invertase will be releasing a special beer for the day and have a "fun only" Stein Holding Contest (registration required) at 2pm. The Dave Betz Band will entertain you at 3pm and Swag's Original Dawgs will be vending German delights nearby all day!

A weekend for the family at the winery featuring live music, great food from the Bistro Menu, wine tasting ($5/person), as well as wine by the glass or bottle. Wagon rides, Pick-your-own apples ($20 per bag while the apple supplies last).

Join the House of the Good Shepherd for a tricky tray fundraiser in an effort to expand the river walk next to the Musconetcong. This is a free admission event. Doors open @ 12pm and calling starts at 2pm.

Buttzville Brewing Co. is making a name for itself in Washington Borough! Stop by and see what all the fuss is about.

So many herbs, so little time. Join Patrick of Well-Sweep Herb Farm for a delicious afternoon tea. Enjoy samples of his favorite herbal tea blends from around the world, as he lectures on their health benefits and lore.

Bring a chair and come out to Garret Wall Park in Belvidere for the swingin' sounds of Rob Stonebeck Sextet, pressented by Music at St. Luke's

OCT. 9 & 23 SOLD OUT! Are you ready for a stomping good time? Well, now is your chance to be a part of an exclusive social event at Four Sisters Winery. The Barefoot Grape Stomping is a one-of-a-kind experience; surely to intoxicate all your senses.

Chefs Sara Beth and Kim of Sara Beth's Catering in Lebanon, NJ will prepare a Parisian feast that will make you feel as if you are in Provence! a  Come treat your taste buds!

This epic, one-of-a-kind feast is back! The Autumn Harvest Dinner captures the very best of what the CSG at Genesis Farm has to offer and serves it up to you in delightful, unforgettable dishes, one after another.

The Queen of Soul - Aretha Franklin taught us how to “Think” and demand “Respect” while “Ridin’ on the Freeway!” Portrait of a Queen, featuring the voice of the Century Cece Teneal, is a dynamic musical production that will have you on the edge of you seats from start to finish. CeCe Teneal has travelled the world performing and has opened the stage for talents such as Buddy Guy, Joe Cocker, Johnny Lang, and the legendary B.B. King among others. Her original sound has earned her fans across the globe and her music video “Eleanor Rigby” was exclusively premiered on the Huffington Post. Plus, it's the season opening Curtain Up! Gala, with pre-show live entertainnet from The Brass Roots, plus drinks and specialty cocktails available for purchase.

Celebrate a day in the sun with fabulous food trucks, arts, and great live music for the whole family! Leashed dogs welcome, and One Step Closer Animal Rescue will be exhibiting dogs available for adoption. Bring a blanket and/or chairs, and pop-up tents are permitted. $5 per vehicle to park, in addition to admission fee.

Scott Lance demonstrates 18th century carpentry and joining techniques along the lower driveway of the Manor. Meanwhile, the Friends of Shippen will be giving "Porch Tours" near the museum entrances on the boardwalk, along the upper driveway.

Visit in the afternoon for family fun during Washington's Hometown Halloween, and/or come in costume at night for prizes and live music!
2-5pm:      Pumpkin Painting
6-8:30pm: Live Music with the Street Friars

This epic, one-of-a-kind feast is back! The Autumn Harvest Dinner captures the very best of what the CSG at Genesis Farm has to offer and serves it up to you in delightful, unforgettable dishes, one after another.

So many herbs, so little time. Join Patrick of Well-Sweep Herb Farm for a delicious afternoon tea. Enjoy samples of his favorite herbal tea blends from around the world, as he lectures on their health benefits and lore.

When riding the Great Pumpkin Train, every child will be able to pick their own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. $18/adult; $13/child. Trips leave 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm.

Visit downtown Washington Borough for games, food, beer and music by Robbie Lawrence and the Steelworkers Polka Band.

Roy's Hall once again welcome YARN for their only NJ appearance on their tour. They've landed on the Grammy ballot 4 times, garnered nods from the Americana Music Association, placed top five on both Radio and Records and the AMA album charts, garnered airplay on Sirius FM, iTunes, Pandora, CNN, and CMT, and also accorded the “Download of the Day” from Rolling Stone.

When riding the Great Pumpkin Train, every child will be able to pick their own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. $20/adult; $14/child. Trips leave 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm.

Partcipation in the US Steinholding Association NJ State Championship Qualifying Venue, games, music by Robbie Lawrence and the Steelworkers Polka Band, and beer releases.

Continuing

Join Alba every Friday and Saturday evening 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.

Spend part of your afternoon at Brook Hollow Winery and Event Facility for live music. Enjoy music with Scott Messina on Friday, Rich Ortiz on Saturday and Phil Carollo on Sunday.

Call 908-441-6127 to book a table!

 

The Blairstown Farmers Market is in full swing! Come see your favorite local farmers and food producers at the Blairstown Farmers Market!

Held each Saturday in downtown Washington borough through October 2 from 10am to 2pm, the market runs along Route 57, anchored in the Pocket Park located at 44 E. Washington Ave. 

 

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.

Pack a picnic, invite some friends and lull away the afternoon with great wines, music and spectacular views! 

Join Little Ridge Vineyards for Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon music.

Tasting room is open Friday- Sunday.

Outdoor seating is available, but feel free to bring a blanket or chair.

UACNJ provides free public programs at the astronomy club in Jenny Jump State Forest from April through October on Saturday evenings. The astronomy presentation begins at 8pm and is followed by stargazing on the observatory's telescopes until 10:30pm, weather permitting.

LIVE MUSIC AT TIPTONS:

  • Oct. 2 Zaire 9-12
  • Oct. 9 Uncle Rocco Outdoor Patio 3-6
  • Oct. 15 Bill Ihling 6-9
  • Oct. 16  Avenue 16 Outdoor Patio 4-7
  • Oct. 22 Scott Messina 6-9
  • Oct. 23 JerZGirls 9-12

A venue where local farmers, producers, and artisans come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and related products directly to the consumer, located in the parking lot of White Township School (corner of Rts. 46 and 519), Belvidere. Open every Sunday, June-September.

Come enjoy brunch and live music Sundays this fall.

Live Music Sundays:
October 24 - Gary Corde
October 31 - Brian Molnar
November 7 - Jack Pierone
November 14 - Cody Bondra
November 21 - Sydney Atkinson

 

Enjoy some great bands outdoors on the scenic Delaware River, with Garlic Fest across the way.