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Find fun things to do in Warren County, NJ, in this message brought to you by the Warren County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the county's tourism
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Volume 8, No. 5
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Saturday, August 8:
At Meadow Breeze Park, Meadow Breeze Lane, Washington.
Race begins at 9 am; Registration 7:30-8:30 am. Cost: $15 online by 8/1; $20 day of event.
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Shippen Manor Sunday Summer Lawn Concert Series Continues:
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New Mountain Heritage
bluegrass band.
Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, pack a picnic if you like, and relax and enjoy a variety of
FREE
live musical performances all summer long on the lawn of Shippen Manor, r
ain or shine.
Sunday, August 9:
A grassy, twangy, swinging breed of Americana Alt-Country sounds sure to get your dancing cow on!
Shippen Manor
8 Belvidere Avenue
Oxford NJ, 07863
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Vintage North Jersey's
2nd annual Wine & Food Festival is being held at
Four Sisters Winery
in Belvidere. Experience fine wines from Sussex to Mercer counties, local flavors and live music at one centrally located venue.
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Being held at the Warren County Farmers' Fairgrounds
10 am-4 pm Shop for the best of antiques from 150 dealers located at the fairgrounds. "The Art Doctor" Michael Hartnett, an expert in repairing ceramics of all types, will be there to evaluate and fix your broken treasures, too. Rain/shine.
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Check out what's happening at the various branches of the Warren County Library system:
You'll need a library card to check out materials, but not to cool off, browse, do some research, meet a friend, or take part in any of the many activities offered.
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Phillipsburg
908-454-9545
5-9pm, thru October 13
783 County Rt. 519,Belvidere
908-475-3671
4-7pm, through September
Belvidere
908-475-4088
5pm - dark
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Art Exhibit through August 29 at
31 Main Street
Blairstown, NJ
908-362-0051
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Well, the dog days of summer are certainly upon us. The week ahead is supposed to be quite warm, but at least there isn't much rain forecast and it cools off nicely at night. So be brave, keep a water bottle with you, and do some exploring! You can still catch the end of the Warren County Farmers' Fair and Hot Air Balloon Festival; check out the latest activities at a local winery; participate in National Night Out; enjoy live entertainment in an air conditioned theater as Centenary Stage Company winds down its Jamfest and Mary Poppins comes to Belvidere (just below); find out what's happening in the Warren County Library system... the list goes on. And if you just want to relax outdoors and don't have a pool in your back yard, you can always visit a nice lake, pool or water park. And remember: if you like this publication, share the joy by forwarding it to a friend. Happy Wanderings!
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Country Gate Players Community Theater in Belvidere Presents:
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There's still time to take in the Farmers' Fair and Hot Air Balloon Festival!
If you haven't been yet, what are you waiting for? Just pay one low admission fee at the gate to have access to the Fair and Balloon Festival, with its massive balloon launch each evening. And
parking is free.
There are still plenty of events in store, including a 4-Wheel Drive Truck Pull* and Relay for Life Luminaria Ceremony on Thursday, July 30.
Friday brings the Kids Rodeo Roundup, Hay Bale Rolling Contest, and the winners of the Mr./Ms. Warren County will be determined after six competitions spanning the week. And while reserved seating is sold out for the Demolition Derby,* there was still plenty of open seating available as of Thursday morning.
Saturday, the final day of the Fair, will be the day-long Warren Hills Wrestling Club Invitational Tournament; an ATV Mud Bog Competition, and
truck Mud Bog Competition* (only open seating left).
Stroll around at your leisure to take in the T
raditional Arts & Quilt Show
and
Home & Garden
displays; check out all kinds of animals, large and small; 4-H exhibits; and please stop by the
"Warren County & You"
Government Exhibit Building -you might learn something! Visit the award-winning Health Department/Public Health Nursing booth to get your blood pressure checked (12-8 pm week days; 12-4 pm on Saturday) and "Know your Numbers!"
Admission is $7 for adults and $4 for ages 5-12. Children 4 and Under Free
Sorry, cash only for admission
*Events with an asterisk carry an additional ticket charge. PLEASE call ticket booth in advance to check availability: 908-859-6563
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| Fair Queen Jessica Ervey getting her blood pressure checked in the Warren County & You building |
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Something new at the Fair - Farmers' Market and Wine Tasting!
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Saturday, August 1:
Now in its final two weeks,
Summer Jamfest
Continues at
Centenary Stage Company with Nashville Legends: The Blue Suede Shoes Band
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| The Blue Suede Shoes Band |
A celebration of some of the great artists who passed through Nashville in the 50' and 60's. It's a high energy evening featuring the BLUE SUEDE SHOES BAND as they celebrate the best and brightest of the Nashville sound!
8pm, Sitnik Theatre in the Lackland Center
715 Grand Ave., Hackettstown
908-979-0900
Saturday, August 8:
"CSN Songs"
is a group of seven seasoned and talented musicians that perform all of your favorite and timeless "Crosby Stills Nash & Young" hits that you have come to love throughout the years, and is the only national CSN&Y tribute show of its kind.
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Tuesday, August 4: National Night Out 2015
National Night Out
is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, better places to live.
Events are being held in Belvidere, Phillipsburg, Pohatcong, and Washington.
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Washington Township's National Night Out is being held from 6-9 pm at the
Meadow Breeze Park
and Pavilion on Meadow Breeze Lane in Washington Township, NJ.
Pohatcong Police Department is holding
its National Night Out from 6-9 pm at the Huntington Firehouse, 1 Maple Avenue, Phillipsburg, NJ
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Centenary Stage Company Presents
Young Performers Workshop 2015 Summer Festival Of Shows
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Warren County's Wineries
...always have something to sample, and so much more!
Please check websites (listed alphabetically) for event details and hours of operation.
269 Rt. 627, Milford, NJ (Finesville) ~
908-995-7800
Continuing: MUSIC UNDER THE ARBOR at Alba Vineyard
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| The arbor at Alba Vineyard |
Come out to Alba Vineyard each Saturday and Sunday to enjoy live music by the area's most talented musicians under our arbor. Every week a different band will appear for your entertainment. This is an intimate setting for loyal Alba customers to enjoy their wines and the music. Music
times: Saturday 1:30 - 5pm and Sunday 1:00 - 4:30 pm.
Complimentary for Alba customers who do a wine tasting or purchase wine to enjoy with the music.
No reservations - No large groups, parties, outside alcohol, food, or pets allowed. No smoking.
Artists:
August 1:
Eric Mintel Quartet - August 2: Acoustic Gumbo - August
8: The Bob Lanza Blues Band - August 9: Kathy Phillips Trio
594 Rt. 94, Columbia, NJ ~ 908-496-8200
OPEN MIC NIGHT at Brook Hollow Winery
Third Friday of each month, 6:30-10 pm
CLAM BAKE at Brook Hollow Winery.
Saturday, August 1, 1-4 pm.
Delicious menu, live music, and prizes throughout the day. Advance tickets required ($50/adult; $25/ children 4-11)
WINE AND WORKS OF ART
at Brook Hollow Winery
Saturday, August 8, 7-10pm
Feeling creative or just love wine? Anna Kaszupski has
created a canvas piece depicting Brook Hollow Winery
and would love to get your version of this piece. Tickets
($35)
include all art supplies needed, instructions on
painting
that image, light snacks, and a glass of your
favorite
Brook Hollow Wine!
783 County Rt. 519, Belvidere, NJ ~
908-475-3671
Wine, Body & Soul-Yoga in the Vineyard at Four Sisters Winery on the following dates: August 8 & 29; Sept. 12 & 26.
Murder Mystery Dinner
at Four Sisters Winery, August 8 (reservations required).
Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery,
August 22 and September 12 (reservations required). Private Barefoot Grape Stomps for every occasion are also available; please inquire for available dates & pricing.
33 Warren Glen Rd., Finesville, NJ ~ 908-995-2072
MUSIC at MILAGRO: Late Night Kennel Club
August 9
Music 2-5 pm
It's picnic time at the vineyard! Pack a lunch, bring a lawn chair or blanket, or grab a table and chairs under the shade of the tent to enjoy the latest installment of the Music at Milagro series. Bocci and croquet ready to play. Adults $10. Free parking, a gift monogrammed wine glass, music and free wine tasting. Complement your picnic lunch with wine by the bottle or glass. Grill will be set up if you want to BBQ.
MUSIC at MILAGRO: GT3 JazzStandards,
August 15
Doors open at 6:30 for wine tasting before the show; music is from 7-9 pm. Adult admission of $20 includes free parking, music, wine tasting and a gift monogrammed wine glass. Cheese/fruit/chartuerie plates available for purchase. Seating is limited; pre-purchase of tickets recommended. Come to hear, appreciate and enjoy Jazz and Classical musicians and vocalists from traditional to contemporary.
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When it comes to fresh local produce, it doesn't get much better than this time of year, people. The following is a list of Farmers Markets that boast a variety of vendors, but by all means visit any agriculture-oriented business near you and experience the bounty! And don't be afraid to try something new!
Jersey Fresh Seasonality Chart Warren County Pick-Your-Own Farms
Belvidere Farmers Market Sundays 10am-1pm, June-October Second Street in front of the Warren County Court House  Blairstown Farmers Market Saturdays 10am-2pm, June-Oct. Rt. 521 across from Elementary School Hackettstown Community Farmers Market Saturdays 8am-12pm, thru September 12 Saint Mary's, 302 High Street
Washington Farmers Market Saturdays 9am-1pm, June-Sept. Municipal Parking Lot, Washington Ave. (Route 57)
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Every Saturday night, through October:
Come see the Evening Stars at UACNJ Observatory
The United Astronomy Clubs of NJ at the UACNJ Observatory runs a FREE outreach program for the public every Saturday night, April thru October, conducted from around 8-10pm.
If you have never seen the planets through a telescope you are truly missing one of the world's best views, but planets aren't the only objects visible; one can see star clusters, double stars, galaxies, nebula and other deep sky objects.
Many deep sky objects like Andromeda and the Milky Way are clearly visible at Jenny Jump by eye or through binoculars. So if you have a pair, bring them.
These outreach nights are not only a learning experience but they are a fun family outing opportunity. In addition to public viewing, there is also a talk starting around 8pm on various astronomy topics.
Please check UACNJ.org for a list of topics to be presented, directions, and for any additional information.
Children are encouraged to come with Adult supervision. Because Astronomy isn't only for kids, IT'S FUN FOR ALL AGES.
Located on Far View Road in Jenny Jump State Forest, Hope, NJ.
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Area Lakes and Pools
Open for the Season
Hot enough for you? Each of these destinations is now open for cooling off. Season passes are available for most, and boating is permitted on the lakes.
Furnace Lake
Kauffman Drive
Oxford, NJ 07863
908-453-3405
Mountain Lake
Lakeside Drive West
(Liberty Township)
Belvidere, NJ 07823
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Water Park / Amusement Park
354 Great Meadows Road
(County Rt. 611)
Hope, NJ 07844
908-459-9000
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Manunka Chunk Road
Belvidere, NJ 07823
908-475-3200
Warren Street
(across from Hackettstown High School)
9 Wildew Ave.
(entrance on Belvidere Rd.
across from Lukoil gas station)
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
908-859-6267
2 Meyner Road
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
908-859-5020
Access from Broad Street or
Rt. 31 South
Washington, NJ 07882
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908-475-6580 / 800-554-8540
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