Starting February 8, 2017 | Explore Warren

 

Starting February 8, 2017

"The supreme happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved." - Victor Hugo

Whether or not you have a special Valentine in your life right now, Warren County Wanderings is feeling the love and sending some your way! We can't get away from that theme this weekend, so let's embrace it. Be safe during the winter storm expected tomorrow, and Happy Wanderings!

This Week: 

Warren County Arts Features Padma Inguva

Thursday, February 9, 2017 - 7:00pm
The February group meeting of Warren County Arts features Padma Inguva discussing her love of flower, architectural and travel photography. Bring paper, a sketchpad, or materials of choice to draw/sketch with. Refreshments will be served. There will be a $2 fee for non-members wishing to participate.

Special Valentine Menu at Inn at Millrace Pond

Friday, February 10, 2017 -
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Saturday, February 11, 2017 -
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Sunday, February 12, 2017 -
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Special Valentine’s menu will be offered on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Tuesday (Valentine's Day) for dinner. There is also a weekend overnight stay package, which includes a bottle of Prosecco, a rose, chocolate covered strawberries, and complimentary breakfast the next morning.

Treat your Valentine to Marianna's

Friday, February 10, 2017Saturday, February 11, 2017Sunday, February 12, 2017Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Reserve your table at Marianna's Restaurant for its special Valentine menu; a four-course dinner for $25.99/person.

Andy Rimer and $5 Chicken Francaise with Rice

Friday, February 10, 2017 -
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines! Wine available for purchase by the glass or bottle at retail value and $5 food!

Live Music at Inn at Millrace Pond: Lee Larson

Friday, February 10, 2017 - 7:00pm
Live music at the restored 1769 stone gristmill, featuring Lee Larson, whose roots are deep in traditional country with a sweet blend of swing, oldies, bluegrass and blues.

Live Music at Rock Creek Tavern - Lou Franco Project

Friday, February 10, 2017 - 8:00pm
Live music in a casual atmosphere. The Lou Franco Project is a Classic Rock power trio!

Winter Greenhouse Tour at Well-Sweep

Saturday, February 11, 2017 - 11:00amSaturday, February 11, 2017 - 2:00pm
Come experience the pleasure of our greenhouses – filled with unusual blossoms and exotic scents. Join us for an informative lecture-tour of our collection of herbs from around the world.

GSWGA Wine & Chocolate Weekend at Participating Wineries

Saturday, February 11, 2017Sunday, February 12, 2017
Each participating winery will have its own features for the trail weekend, but most will celebrate chocolate!

Wine and Chocolate Weekends at Alba Vineyard

Saturday, February 11, 2017 -
12:00pm to 5:00pm
Sunday, February 12, 2017 -
12:00pm to 5:00pm
Two weekends to celebrate Valentine's Day! Wondering what to get your Valentine?  Treat someone special to a wine tasting! Includes samples of Alba's award winning wines, hand-made Belgium chocolates, culinary treats, and an Alba Vineyard etched wine glass. No reservations necessary.

Wine & Chocolate at Villa Milagro

Saturday, February 11, 2017 -
12:00pm to 5:00pm
Sunday, February 12, 2017 -
12:00pm to 5:00pm
Taste wine and chocolates paired with Villa Milagro wines. Introducing Besame - meaning "Kiss Me" in Spanish - will be sampled solo as its chocolate deliciousness stands alone.

Valentine Murder Mystery Dinner at Four Sisters Winery

Saturday, February 11, 2017 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
It’s not a typical who-done-it; the guests in the audience that create a witty, weaving story line.

Romance at the Palace of Sweets

Saturday, February 11, 2017 -
4:00pm to 9:00pm
Enjoy a romantic dinner at Nonpareil with your favorite date! We are celebrating Valentines Day on Saturday, February 11.

Dinner and Dancing at Marianna's - Johnny's Jukebox Band

Saturday, February 11, 2017 -
6:30pm to 9:30pm
Johnny's Jukebox Band with dancing in the Banquet Center with buffet. $30/per person - cash at the door - covers dinner, soft drinks, dessert and entertainment. Cash bar for spirits.

Valentine's Dinner Dance at Villa Milagro

Saturday, February 11, 2017 - 6:30pm
Limited seating for this very personal, romantic night. Start your magical evening with hors d’ouevres served in the Vintner’s private residence.

We May Be Right (Billy Joel Tribute Band) at Rock Creek

Saturday, February 11, 2017 - 8:00pm
Looking for the perfect place to take that special someone for Valentine's weekend?

Morris Canal Museum Open

Sunday, February 12, 2017 -
1:00pm to 4:00pm
Morris Canal Bread Lock Park is open daily until dusk, but the Warren County History Museum is open the second Sunday of the month, with models and displays of Warren County history with emphasis on the Morris Canal, Shippen Manor, Oxford Furnace, Thomas Edison's local businesses, and the Lenape Indians.
 

Live Music at Rock Creek Tavern - Alan Wilcockson

Sunday, February 12, 2017 - 4:00pm
Come on down to the Rock Creek Sunday afternoon, as we welcome Alan Wilcockson to our stage!

Bring your Valentine to the Inn at Millrace Pond

Tuesday, February 14, 2017 -
5:00pm to 9:00pm
The Inn at Millrace Pond offers a special Valentine's menu from 5-9 p.m., as well a special overnight room rate of $99, which includes Prosecco, rose, chocolate covered strawberries and Continental

Valentine's Day Food & Wine Pairing at Brook Hollow Winery

Tuesday, February 14, 2017 -
7:00pm to 10:00pm
Enjoy a romantic evening with your loved one with your choice of a bottle of wine, six course wine and food pairing, and live music. Can you imagine a better evening spent with your loved one?!
Community Corner: 

Kids Art Night at Rutherfurd Hall

Wednesday, February 15, 2017 -
6:30pm to 8:00pm
Come join us for a night full of creativity & inspiration! This month the children will learn how to paint a whimsical mermaid!

Pop-Up Shoppe

Friday, February 24, 2017 -
3:00pm to 8:00pm
Almond Tree Manor Premiere Banquet & Catering Facilities presents a Pop-Up Shoppe featuring Local Vendors, Crafters, Goods & Services.
More Things to Do: 

Scenic Air Tour with Orlandi Flight Center

Looking for a unique Valentine's gift for your sweetheart? How about soaring in the skies above scenic Warren County? Rates for air tours start at only $108 and prices are per airplane, not per passenger, so take a friend and save! These flights make a memorable and special gift. Remember, as they say at Orlandi Flight Center, "Wheels move the body... Wings move the soul!"
Plan Ahead: 

World Premiere: "The Surrogate" at CSC

Friday, February 17, 2017 - 2:00pmFriday, February 17, 2017 - 8:00pmSaturday, February 18, 2017 - 8:00pmSunday, February 19, 2017 - 2:00pm
It’s another World Premiere at the LackPAC in Hackettstown this weekend, as The Surrogate opens. This smart and funny play by Patricia Cotter is about blended families, desire, motherhood, class and sexual politics, examining just how much we can ask of our friends, our parents and our spouses, and whether we'll get any of our important life decisions right in this new age.

Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams at Roy's Hall

Saturday, February 18, 2017 - 8:00pm
Larry and Teresa’s story begins at New York’s famed Bottom Line club in the mid 80s; she was singing country, he was playing pedal steel. It was love at first chord. Now you can see these two amazing talents at Roy's Hall.

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Coming Up: 

Warren County Arts Features Padma Inguva

The February group meeting of Warren County Arts features Padma Inguva discussing her love of flower, architectural and travel photography. Bring paper, a sketchpad, or materials of choice to draw/sketch with. Refreshments will be served. There will be a $2 fee for non-members wishing to participate.

Special Valentine Menu at Inn at Millrace Pond

Special Valentine’s menu will be offered on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Tuesday (Valentine's Day) for dinner. There is also a weekend overnight stay package, which includes a bottle of Prosecco, a rose, chocolate covered strawberries, and complimentary breakfast the next morning.

Winter Greenhouse Tour at Well-Sweep

Come experience the pleasure of our greenhouses – filled with unusual blossoms and exotic scents. Join us for an informative lecture-tour of our collection of herbs from around the world.

Wine and Chocolate Weekends at Alba Vineyard

Two weekends to celebrate Valentine's Day! Wondering what to get your Valentine?  Treat someone special to a wine tasting! Includes samples of Alba's award winning wines, hand-made Belgium chocolates, culinary treats, and an Alba Vineyard etched wine glass. No reservations necessary.

Wine & Chocolate at Villa Milagro

Taste wine and chocolates paired with Villa Milagro wines. Introducing Besame - meaning "Kiss Me" in Spanish - will be sampled solo as its chocolate deliciousness stands alone.

Morris Canal Museum Open

Morris Canal Bread Lock Park is open daily until dusk, but the Warren County History Museum is open the second Sunday of the month, with models and displays of Warren County history with emphasis on the Morris Canal, Shippen Manor, Oxford Furnace, Thomas Edison's local businesses, and the Lenape Indians.

 

 
Community Corner: 

Pop-Up Shoppe

Almond Tree Manor Premiere Banquet & Catering Facilities presents a Pop-Up Shoppe featuring Local Vendors, Crafters, Goods & Services.

 
More Things to Do: 

Scenic Air Tour with Orlandi Flight Center

Looking for a unique Valentine's gift for your sweetheart? How about soaring in the skies above scenic Warren County? Rates for air tours start at only $108 and prices are per airplane, not per passenger, so take a friend and save! These flights make a memorable and special gift. Remember, as they say at Orlandi Flight Center, "Wheels move the body... Wings move the soul!"

 
Plan Ahead: 

World Premiere: "The Surrogate" at CSC

It’s another World Premiere at the LackPAC in Hackettstown this weekend, as The Surrogate opens. This smart and funny play by Patricia Cotter is about blended families, desire, motherhood, class and sexual politics, examining just how much we can ask of our friends, our parents and our spouses, and whether we'll get any of our important life decisions right in this new age.

Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams at Roy's Hall

Larry and Teresa’s story begins at New York’s famed Bottom Line club in the mid 80s; she was singing country, he was playing pedal steel. It was love at first chord. Now you can see these two amazing talents at Roy's Hall.