Rescheduled due to poor weather: Zaire is a 3-piece acoustic trio, covering artists such as Eagles, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Tom Petty, Radiohead and more. Bring a chair, and soft drinks and snacks if you like.
Starting September 9, 2020
“If we learn nothing else from this tragedy, we learn that life is short and there is no time for hate.” - Sandy Dahl, wife of Flight 93 pilot Jason Dahl, in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, in 2002
We once again mark a somber anniversary this weekend with commemorations of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks to be held Friday and Saturday. Our featured photo is from last year's ceremony; read on for details. And remember the words of Sandy Dahl, above, that life is short. Find some ways to make the most of the time we have in this week's edition, some in person with proper pandemic precautions, others being held virtually. Happy Wanderings!
Coming Up
Based in Stillwater, NJ, the The Atlanta Cafe Band consists of five seasoned players from the blues/southern/country rock scene who have been together for the past decade.
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.
Live music, weather permitting, Friday and Sunday evenings. Full Septermber schedule on their website.
Cruise on over to David's to show off your ride! Enjoy dinner while listening to live music by halfNelson. The parking lot can fit 50+ cars. All are welcome with or without a special ride! There is no entrance fee, but they ask you to dine and drink with them.
Warren County conducts its annual Patriot Day observance, honoring all victims and residents of Warren County who perished in the Terrorist Attacks of 9/11/01 as well as Warren County Emergency Service personnel who have died in the line of duty.
Help the Ridge and Valley Conservancy stewards to assist with work on RVC ‘s Grendell Ridge Preserve in Frelinghuysen doing trash-pile cleanup and invasives work. Bring gloves, water, bug repellant.
Fall is a wonderful time to plant perennials and create windowsill gardens, and here comes a great weekend of free tours and lectures, and vendors!
Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, the 32nd Annual Victorian Days will "step back in time" online!
Most of Victorian Days will be "virtual" this year, but you can still be dazzled in person by the automobile magic of yesteryear! Owners of vintage and classic cars, and even some more modern beauties, are welcome to register and showcase their vehicles.
Relax under the Arbor (weather permitting) with Joe Wagner Jazz Trio on Saturday and Kathy Phillips Trio on Sunday. Chef Anthony, Trattoria Di Fiore, is back with freshly made wood-fired pizza, caprese salad, paninis, and charcuterie.
Come and enjoy the casual but lively atmosphere, award-winning wines, and beautiful vineyard views. Saturday: Dylan Carter, 1-5pm; Sunday: Janci & Berry, 12:30-5pm.
Socially distant dinner of beef tenderloin cooked in butter served on thin sliced Italian bread along with French fries and cole slaw. Get your tickets before they sell out!
Sit in the shade of the pergola and enjoy the talent of the versatile Dave Read.
Come out for some live music on the OTHER Jersey Shore -The Sand Bar! Jimmy and the Parrots Trio (9/12) and Roulette (9/13).
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.
Peter Karp is an assertive singer, skilled guitarist and passionate performer who writes songs that frequently reflect tales told as part of life’s journey, spawned by passion and personal experience.
Enjoy some live music and fantastic view of the Delaware river, with outdoor seating.
Enjoy delicious craft beer and hard cider while shopping from local artisans. Outside under tents, rain or shine. Family and dog friendly Stock up for the holidays!
Are you ready for a smashing good time? The Barefoot Grape Stomping is a one-of-a-kind experience; sure to intoxicate all your senses. It's a unique opportunity you don’t want to miss!
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.
Math Rocks! is an innovative program that utilizes the music of well-known rock songs and adds original lyrics to present and explain math concepts, from basic counting to algebra.
Continuing
Where is FDR When You Need Him? He’s at Rutherfurd Hall of course! Please bring a lawn chair for an outdoor 5-lecture series featuring FDR, his family, Harry Truman and of course the Rutherfurds, on the great lawn at Rutherfurd Hall.
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.
Come see your favorite local farmers and food producers at the Blairstown Farmers Market! Open every Saturday from 9:30am-1pm, June through October. Local vegetables, herbs, fruit, meat, eggs, dairy, baked goods, honey, and prepared meals from 25 miles of Blairstown.
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.
United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey (UACNJ) Observatory, located in Jenny Jump State Forest in Hope, NJ, continues it public programs with "Voyage to the Red Planet" presented by Kevin Conod, NJAA. Reservations are required.
Come to the expanded Farmers' Market this Saturday!
Plan Ahead
TICKETS REQUIRED to enter! Oktoberfest 2020 is being hosted at Tranquillity Farms in Green Township.
Meet artist Elisabeth Jacobsen at her exhibition, DOWN TO BASICS, a series of de-collaged cardboard assemblages, during the Sept. 19 open house for the show that runs through Oct. 31.
The famous Argyle restaurant in Kearny, NJ, known for its fish fry, is gone but you still have a chance to get the original meal by the former owner, cooked and served at Brook Hollow Winery. Battered fish, fries and slaw are available an eat in or take out meal.
Four Sisters Winery's popular interactive Murder Mystery dinners are back and following CDC regulations.
Relax and listen to traditional Italian music by Lou Pompilio and dance the tarantella. Wine by the glass or bottle will be available for purchase. Admission includes tours, lessons, stomping, wine tasting, appetizers and a monogrammed gift glass for you to keep.