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Music and Lights, Starting December 7, 2022

“The glitter and glow bring the memories of long ago.”- Anonymous

Enter Hope’s Moravian Christmas complete with lantern tours and illumination of everything in the town as depicted in this week’s Wanderings photo. And holiday music is in full swing with special concerts all weekend, not to mention the usual venues you'll find in the Continuing section when you read on. For those who like a good craft project, made for yourself or a friend, grab your glue gun or paintbrush to create something special.

The holidays just wouldn’t be the same without classic movies and plays. Ebenezer Scrooge takes center stage at the Catherine Dickson Hofman library, while Cinderella takes the Centenary stage for the annual holiday musical spectacular. And Santa is still making apperances around the county in case you missed him last weekend. Happy Wanderings!

 

This Week: 

Kids Cooking Workshop @ Rutherfurd Hall

Wednesday, December 7, 2022 -
3:20pm to 4:20pm
Join the Chef It Up team to cook some Polar Express Holiday Treats including holiday cookies and hot chocolate dippers.

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella @ CSC

Wednesday, December 7, 2022 - 7:30pm to Sunday, December 11, 2022 - 2:00pm
Inspired by the 1997 teleplay starring Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother, this adaptation for the stage includes warmth, hilarity, and romance. The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance in this year's family holiday spectacular at Centenary Stage Company.

Trivia Night to Support the Warren County Sheriff's Dept. @ Invertase

Thursday, December 8, 2022 -
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Put your trivia hat on and help a great cause at Invertase. A portion of the proceeds will go to a fund for fallen officers.

Kids Holiday Paint Night at Rutherfurd Hall

Thursday, December 8, 2022 -
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Calling all kids to Rutherfurd Hall for a paint night of this festive baby Yoda! All supplies included in price.

Adult Paint Night @ Rutherfurd Hall

Thursday, December 8, 2022 -
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Why not join in on the holiday painting fun? Get creative with Rutherfurd Hall for their holiday paint & sip of this festive gnome.

Artsy Elves Workshop featuring Art-stitution @ Rutherfurd Hall

Friday, December 9, 2022 -
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Make 3 handmade gifts for those you love and wrap them up for a Christmas surprise! This is for children 5 and up.

Flowerland Under the Lights

Friday, December 9, 2022 -
5:00pm to 8:00pm
A wonderful night of twinkling lights, the scents of the season and sights of holiday with giveaways and refreshments at Flowerland.

Ugly Sweater Party at Czig Meister

Saturday, December 10, 2022 -
12:00pm to 10:00pm
Wear your favorite ugly sweater, and Czig Meister will bring the brews and play your holiday favorite hits!

Music at Milagro: Frank DiBussolo and Ken Papa

Saturday, December 10, 2022 -
1:00pm to 5:00pm
One of the most respected, sought-after performers in the Lehigh Valley, Frank DiBussolo will be joined by Ken Papa. Enjoy their music while tasting wine and sampling cookies.

Stone Soup Symphony

Saturday, December 10, 2022 - 3:00pm
The Stone Soup Symphony's annual Holiday Concert, hosted by Hackettstown First Presbyterian Church. Free admission – no tickets required. If you cannot attend, the concert will be live-streamed: https://stonesoupsymphony.org/live

Pictures with Santa @ Propagate Studio

Saturday, December 10, 2022 -
3:00pm to 5:00pm
Santa is coming to Propagate Studio and setting up a special workshop where you get to create with him and take pictures. All ages welcome.

Hope's Annual Moravian Christmas

Saturday, December 10, 2022 -
4:00pm to 7:30pm
The historic village is lit with some 1,500 luminaries for a lantern walking tour held every 20 minutes from 4-6pm. Enjoy a Moravian candlelight service at 7:30pm, while other activities include athe Festival of Trees at the Inn, Putz Replica of the Nativity Story at the Distillery, a live Nativity and food at the community center. Tickets are still available for Saturday!

Christmas Caroling and Party @ FUMC of Blairstown

Saturday, December 10, 2022 -
4:00pm to 7:00pm
Bring Christmas to those who can't get out with traveling car caroling and then back to the church for a potluck.

Community Christmas Dinner @ Hackettstown First Presbyterian

Saturday, December 10, 2022 - 5:30pm
All are welcome to this Around-the-Table Community Christmas Dinner, following the 3pm Stone Soup Symphony Concert.

Basic Civilian Tactics classes

Saturday, December 10, 2022 - 5:30pm
The mission of BCT is to equip the average citizen with the ability to better defend themselves. Sign up for this weekend's class as spots go quickly.

Holiday Craft Night at Brook Hollow Winery

Saturday, December 10, 2022 - 7:00pm
Come enjoy the holidays and make your very own Mason Jar Snow Globe! All supplies needed are included which also includes a personal cheese board, non-alcoholic beverages, and live music.

Christmas Concert featuring Corinne Mammana @ Villa Milagro Vineyards

Saturday, December 10, 2022 -
7:00pm to 9:00pm
Corinne Mammana performs a selection of her unique arrangements of classic Christmas songs and carols. Wine will be offered by the bottle and traditional buñuelos will be served with your wine. Tickets are $20.

Christmas at Country Gate Players

Saturday, December 10, 2022 - 8:00pmSunday, December 11, 2022 - 2:00pmSaturday, December 17, 2022 - 8:00pmSunday, December 18, 2022 - 2:00pm
Christmas at Country Gate features music to get even the Grinch himself ready for the holiday season with yuletide favorites and plenty of comic diversion along the way, this is a wonderful show for your entire family.

“A Very Slambovian Christmas” at Roy's Hall

Saturday, December 10, 2022 - 8:00pm
The Slambovian Circus of Dreams is a perennial favorite at Roy’s Hall, and their Christmas show has become of the band's premier events of the year, consistently selling out. Drawing on a set list comprised of traditional Christmas songs with a twist, a sprinkling of original holiday tunes, and a generous helping of non-traditional musical fare, it is guaranteed there will be something for everyone!

Murder Mystery Dinner @ Four Sisters

Sunday, December 11, 2022 -
1:00pm to 4:00pm
It’s a whodunit with a murderer, a victim, many suspects and everyone’s a detective! Formal wine tasting followed by dinner, dessert and dessert wine. As the evening progresses, the story unravels with murder, a victim and several suspects. Everyone is a detective and the chosen characters will act out their parts adding a little personality of their own.

Santa's Visiting Invertase Brewing Co.

Sunday, December 11, 2022 -
1:00pm to 3:30pm
Bring the kids, the pets and family to Invertase while Santa is visiting!

Music at Milagro: Joe Izen

Sunday, December 11, 2022 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Joe is a guitarist and soloist who plays ballads and contemporary pieces with style and feeling, and guests enjoy his smooth, silky voice. Groups of 4 or more require a reservation.

Vass Homestead Christmas Tours

Sunday, December 11, 2022 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Come by for a tour, music and refreshments in Hardwick across from White Lake.

2nd Annual Buttzville Brewing Christmas Cookie Swap

Sunday, December 11, 2022 -
2:00pm to 6:00pm
Bake two dozen of your favorite holiday cookies (and printouts of your recipe) and bring them to share with friends and neighbors! Prizes for crowd favorites, live music by Rich Ortiz.

Water Gap Singers presents Holiday Festival of Songs

Sunday, December 11, 2022 - 4:00pm
Swing into the holiday season with the Water Gap Singers, who will be sharing a variety of musical greetings of the season.

The Story of Ebenezer Scrooge @ CHD Library

Tuesday, December 13, 2022 -
5:30pm to 6:30pm
Enjoy a live performance by the Traveling Lantern Company of 'A Christmas Carol" depicting Ebenezer Scrooge, a nasty, mean, snarling old geezer with no care for anything other than his money. A visit from an old friend melts his heart of ice just in time for Christmas. Registration is required.
Continuing: 

December Live Music @ Tiptons

Friday, December 9, 2022 - 7:00pmSaturday, December 10, 2022 - 8:00pmFriday, December 16, 2022 - 7:00pmSaturday, December 17, 2022 - 8:00pm
Enjoy good food and live music at Tiptons in December. This week features DTMcG and Harmony Garage Band.

Brook Hollow Live Music in December

Saturday, December 10, 2022 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Saturday, December 17, 2022 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
The wines are being poured and the week looks great for Brook Hollow's music line-up featuring Patrick and Alex.

December Music @ Little Ridge Vineyards

Saturday, December 10, 2022 -
1:00pm to 4:00pm
Sunday, December 18, 2022 -
1:00pm to 4:00pm
Enjoy great wines along with the music of Chuck Schubert this weekend.

Christmas in the Country Trail

Mackey’s Orchard, Flowerland Growers and Four Sisters Winery invite your family to enjoy a fun-filled day of Christmas trees, baked goods, wine tasting and much more on the Christmas in the Country Trail! You will receive a pair of commemorative trail wine glasses with a $5 minimum purchase at each farm.

December Music @ Panther Pub

Friday, December 9, 2022 - 8:00pmFriday, December 16, 2022 - 8:00pmFriday, December 23, 2022 - 8:00pmFriday, December 30, 2022 - 8:00pmSaturday, December 31, 2022 - 8:00pm
Live music this weekend with BD Lenz and Lelica.

Sunday Brunch Music @ Asbury Coffee Mill

Sunday, December 11, 2022 - 11:00amSunday, December 18, 2022 - 11:00am
Enjoy Sunday brunch at Asbury Coffee Mill this week with Caren Kennedy Duo.
Plan Ahead: 

The Grey Man Group @ the Draught House

Thursday, December 15, 2022 - 7:30pm
The Draught House presents The Grey Man Group. Come get dinner and enjoy some great music.

Winter Festival of Shows: YPW presents 'Stop the World - I Want to Get Off'

Friday, December 16, 2022 to Sunday, December 18, 2022
Winter Festival of Shows presents Stop the World – I Want to Get Off, with book, music, and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newly. This is a thought-provoking tale about the fleeting nature of worldly success. The story follows Littlechap through all the highs and lows that life has to offer, and ultimately asks the question of what truly matters.

NJCYB: The Nutcracker at Centenary Stage Co.

Friday, December 16, 2022 to Sunday, December 18, 2022
An enchanting ballet and holiday favorite, The Nutcracker is a classic production for all ages. With the talented young dancers of the New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet, Warren County's only non-profit ballet company, and featuring professional dancers from around the world, this production is sure to delight!

Dead-On Live plays Europe '72 @ Roy's Hall

Friday, December 16, 2022 - 8:00pm
Dead On Live for a special weekend before Christmas show as they pay tribute to one of the Grateful Dead’s most iconic records, Europe 72.

Breakfast with Santa at the Brass Rail

Saturday, December 17, 2022 - 9:30amSunday, December 18, 2022 - 9:30am
Santa is coming to Phillipsburg and making a special stop at the Brass Rail for breakfast! Please call 908-454-0931 to reserve a seating (9:30am or 11:30am), as seating is limited!

Las Posadas at Villa Milagro

Saturday, December 17, 2022 -
11:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, December 18, 2022 -
11:00am to 5:00pm
Celebrate Las Posadas, a traditional early California/Mexican celebration of the journey of Joseph and Mary in search of lodging. Enjoy a bite of bocadillos, small bites of Mexican tidbits and a sip of Feliz Navidad for your journey through for the Holidays.

Bill Ihling Live @ Villa Milagro

Saturday, December 17, 2022 -
1:00pm to 5:00pm
Live at Villa Milagro is guitarist Bill Ihling.

Mini Christmas Tree Class @ Well-Sweep

Saturday, December 17, 2022 -
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Decorate two mini faux pine Christmas trees with dried flowers of various colors and textures, and a bow.

Ugly Sweater Party at the Draught House

Saturday, December 17, 2022 - 9:00pm
Celebrate the season with DJ Jeff, giveaways, drink specials & prize for the ugliest sweater!

Music at Milagro - Sonia Weimann and Robb Parker

Sunday, December 18, 2022 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Pack a snack, grab a glass of wine and listen to the music of Sonia and Robb this Sunday.

Solstice Stroll @ Pequest Trout Hatchery

Wednesday, December 21, 2022 -
10:00am to 12:00pm
Pequest invites everyone on a short 2 mile hike on the shortest day of the year to explore the diverse habitat of the Pequest valley and discuss how different cultures celebrate the winter solstice.

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Coming Up: 

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella @ CSC

Inspired by the 1997 teleplay starring Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother, this adaptation for the stage includes warmth, hilarity, and romance. The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance in this year's family holiday spectacular at Centenary Stage Company.

Flowerland Under the Lights

A wonderful night of twinkling lights, the scents of the season and sights of holiday with giveaways and refreshments at Flowerland.

Hope's Annual Moravian Christmas

The historic village is lit with some 1,500 luminaries for a lantern walking tour held every 20 minutes from 4-6pm. Enjoy a Moravian candlelight service at 7:30pm, while other activities include athe Festival of Trees at the Inn, Putz Replica of the Nativity Story at the Distillery, a live Nativity and food at the community center. Tickets are still available for Saturday!

Basic Civilian Tactics classes

The mission of BCT is to equip the average citizen with the ability to better defend themselves. Sign up for this weekend's class as spots go quickly.

Holiday Craft Night at Brook Hollow Winery

Come enjoy the holidays and make your very own Mason Jar Snow Globe! All supplies needed are included which also includes a personal cheese board, non-alcoholic beverages, and live music.

Christmas at Country Gate Players

Christmas at Country Gate features music to get even the Grinch himself ready for the holiday season with yuletide favorites and plenty of comic diversion along the way, this is a wonderful show for your entire family.

“A Very Slambovian Christmas” at Roy's Hall

The Slambovian Circus of Dreams is a perennial favorite at Roy’s Hall, and their Christmas show has become of the band's premier events of the year, consistently selling out. Drawing on a set list comprised of traditional Christmas songs with a twist, a sprinkling of original holiday tunes, and a generous helping of non-traditional musical fare, it is guaranteed there will be something for everyone!

Murder Mystery Dinner @ Four Sisters

It’s a whodunit with a murderer, a victim, many suspects and everyone’s a detective! Formal wine tasting followed by dinner, dessert and dessert wine. As the evening progresses, the story unravels with murder, a victim and several suspects. Everyone is a detective and the chosen characters will act out their parts adding a little personality of their own.

Music at Milagro: Joe Izen

Joe is a guitarist and soloist who plays ballads and contemporary pieces with style and feeling, and guests enjoy his smooth, silky voice. Groups of 4 or more require a reservation.

The Story of Ebenezer Scrooge @ CHD Library

Enjoy a live performance by the Traveling Lantern Company of 'A Christmas Carol" depicting Ebenezer Scrooge, a nasty, mean, snarling old geezer with no care for anything other than his money. A visit from an old friend melts his heart of ice just in time for Christmas. Registration is required.

Flowerland Under the Lights

A wonderful night of twinkling lights, the scents of the season and sights of holiday with giveaways and refreshments at Flowerland.

“A Very Slambovian Christmas” at Roy's Hall

The Slambovian Circus of Dreams is a perennial favorite at Roy’s Hall, and their Christmas show has become one of the band's premier events of the year, consistently selling out. Drawing on a set list comprised of traditional Christmas songs with a twist, a sprinkling of original holiday tunes, and a generous helping of non-traditional musical fare, it is guaranteed there will be something for everyone!

Sunday with Santa @ Propagate Studio

Santa is coming to Propagate Studio and setting up a special workshop where you get to create with him and take pictures. This year's event features a handmade mini market on the second floor. There will be free projects, priced projects, treats, an amazing picture op and vendors with beautiful things for everyone on your list.

 
Continuing: 
 
Plan Ahead: 

Winter Festival of Shows: YPW presents 'Stop the World - I Want to Get Off'

Winter Festival of Shows presents Stop the World – I Want to Get Off, with book, music, and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newly. This is a thought-provoking tale about the fleeting nature of worldly success. The story follows Littlechap through all the highs and lows that life has to offer, and ultimately asks the question of what truly matters.

NJCYB: The Nutcracker at Centenary Stage Co.

An enchanting ballet and holiday favorite, The Nutcracker is a classic production for all ages. With the talented young dancers of the New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet, Warren County's only non-profit ballet company, and featuring professional dancers from around the world, this production is sure to delight!

Breakfast with Santa at the Brass Rail

Santa is coming to Phillipsburg and making a special stop at the Brass Rail for breakfast! Please call 908-454-0931 to reserve a seating (9:30am or 11:30am), as seating is limited!

Las Posadas at Villa Milagro

Celebrate Las Posadas, a traditional early California/Mexican celebration of the journey of Joseph and Mary in search of lodging. Enjoy a bite of bocadillos, small bites of Mexican tidbits and a sip of Feliz Navidad for your journey through for the Holidays.

Solstice Stroll @ Pequest Trout Hatchery

Pequest invites everyone on a short 2 mile hike on the shortest day of the year to explore the diverse habitat of the Pequest valley and discuss how different cultures celebrate the winter solstice.

Dried Flower Christmas Tree with Lights @ Well-Sweep Herb Farm

Create a beautiful 12” miniature Christmas tree with tiny lights and flowers to decorate your table for the upcoming holiday. Start with an artificial pine tree and cover it with a string of lights, adding accents of dried flowers grown at Well-Sweep. Reservations required.

Breakfast with Santa at the Brass Rail

Santa is coming to town and he is making a special stop at the Brass Rail for breakfast with six seatings Saturday and Sunday and a character artist doing framed portraits. Please call 908-454-0931 to reserve your spot!

The Nutcracker at Centenary Stage Co.

An enchanting ballet and holiday favorite, The Nutcracker is a classic production for all ages. With the talented young dancers of the New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet, Warren County's only non-profit ballet company, and featuring professional dancers from around the world, this production is sure to delight!

Las Posadas at Villa Milagro

Celebrate Las Posadas, a traditional early California/Mexican celebration of the journey of Joseph and Mary in search of lodging. Enjoy a bite of bocadillos, small bites of Mexican tidbits and a sip of Feliz Navidad for your journey through for the Holidays.