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Starting June 3, 2021

"Again and again, the cicada's untiring cry pierced the sultry summer air like a needle at work on thick cotton cloth." - Yukio Mishima (1925-1970), Japanese author, poet, playwright and many other interesting things. 

Apologies if the photo above creeps you out, but the Brood X Cicadas only appear every 17 years! These creatures have been underground since 2004, and can be seen - and heard - at Merrill Creek Reservoir right now (this picture was taken on June 1). Cicadas are beneficial insects that do not bite or sting. They prune trees, aerate the soil, are a food source for animals (including people!) and once they die, their bodies serve as an important source of nitrogen for growing trees. (Source: MCR's Facebook page, from cicadamania.com.) If you choose to go, you will hear them upon your arrival! Please note the visitor's center is still closed to the public, but portable restrooms are available. 

And Merrill Creek is just a hop, skip and a jump from the Hot Air Balloon Festival at Warren County Community College and the Strawberry Festival at Von Thun Farms. (Well, about seven miles or so.)

But wait! There's more! So much more! So scroll down without further ado, and Happy Wanderings!

This Week: 

Hot Air Balloons - Arts & Craft Festival

Thursday, June 3, 2021 to Sunday, June 6, 2021
A four-day festival hosted by Warren County Community College features hot air balloon launches in the evenings at 6:30pm, and tethered rides as weather permits. The college will showcase their extensive drone program with demonstrations at the drone port. Plus there will be local artisans and a juried Arts & Crafts show, food trucks and musical entertainment from 2pm to 9pm. Tickets are available online. NOTE: Today's activities are canceled due to the weather. The festival resumes tomorrow (Friday)! In-depth info is here.

Sean Henry "Tonight" Live @ Czig Meister

Thursday, June 3, 2021 -
7:00pm to 10:00pm
Local rock & roll singer/songwriter extraordinaire Sean Henry Tonight! plays acoustic at Czig Meister Brewery. Originals and covers spanning decades of rock, punk, pop, blues, folk and more! Outdoors; $10 cover (includes one beer); $5 Designated Driver ticket.

Spring Open House-Craft and Farmers Market @ Well Sweep Herb Farm

Friday, June 4, 2021 -
9:00am to 5:00pm
Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
9:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 -
10:00am to 4:00pm
Welcome to Well-Sweep Herb Farm and the 52nd Open House! Three full days of free informative lectures and presentations, tours of our spectacular gardens, and a special Craft and Farmers’ Market!

Grill Night at Alba Vineyard

Friday, June 4, 2021 - 5:00pm
Grill Nights are back! Reservations required - $50/person, wine sold separately. Your choice of steak, fish or chops - all served with seasonal vegetables, potato, and salad. Three seatings every half hour from 5-7pm. 

Sip and Create Container Class @ Tranquillity Farms

Friday, June 4, 2021 -
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Enjoy an evening of sipping, designing, and planting your own 12" annual flower planters!

Weekend Live Music at Brook Hollow Winery featuring Turngren and Young, Joe Janci and Scott Messina

Friday, June 4, 2021 -
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Enjoy a weekend of music, wine and food with Brook Hollow's live music events featuring Marty Koppel, Michael Long and Joe Janci.

Evening Music Under the Arbor @ Alba Vineyard

Friday, June 4, 2021 -
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Join Alba Friday and Saturday evenings for wine, food, and music! Darla Rich Duo on Friday and pianist Ingrid Gray on Saturday. Culinary treats available for purchase. Walk-ins for 2-4 adults: tables are first come, first serve; tables for 5-6 adults require a reservation. All guests must be 21+

TGI Flynn's: The Dr. Dick Show

Friday, June 4, 2021 - 6:30pm
Flynn's on the Hill presents the Dr. Dick Show. No reservations required this year! Doors open @ 5pm, music starts around 6:30pm.

The Nerds @ Draught House

Friday, June 4, 2021 - 9:00pm
The Nerds play at the Boat Stage! $15 cover charge at the door or come in and purchase your tickets at the bar!

Belvidere Garage Sale

Saturday, June 5, 2021 - 9:00am to Sunday, June 6, 2021 - 12:00pm
Belvidere town wide garage sale weekend is here!! Come to Belvidere to find your new favorite treasure!! The entire town and our vendors will be participating! That's a lot of shopping and deals!!

Volunteer Day @ Dark Moon Preserve with RVC

Saturday, June 5, 2021 - 9:00am
Be an agent of change! Join RVC stewards for our June Volunteer Day at Dark Moon Preserve.

Opening Day of the Blairstown Farmers Market

Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
9:30am to 1:00pm
Opening day at the Blairstown Farmers Market is right around the corner! Come see your favorite local farmers and food producers at the Blairstown Farmers Market!

Strawberry Festival at VonThun Farms in Washington

Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
10:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 -
10:00am to 5:00pm
Saturday, June 12, 2021 -
10:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, June 13, 2021 -
10:00am to 5:00pm
Pick strawberries, have fun in the activity area, or do both! Join VonThun Farms to celebrate everything strawberry. They'll even have homemade strawberry donuts!

Donaldson Farms Food Truck Fest

Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
12:00pm to 8:00pm
It's time to kick off the summer with games, face painting, live music and food trucks! Food Truck Fest will feature 12-14 food trucks and fun for the whole family!

Wine, Jazz and Artisan Festival @ Tranquillity Farms

Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
12:00pm to 9:00pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 -
12:00pm to 4:00pm
Wine, Jazz & Artisan Festival at Tranquillity Farms in Green Township, NJ features Unionville Vineyards, White Horse Vineyards, delicious food by James off Main, live jazz music trios, farm activities for the family, cheese & charcuterie, and over 40+ artisan craft vendors. Tickets on sale now. Join us for a spectacular weekend!

Music on the Deck at Four Sisters Winery

Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
12:30pm to 5:00pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 -
12:30pm to 5:00pm
Playing for the first time will be Uptown Boogie Band and returner Rich Berry. The winery deck is open for wine tastings from 11am-6pm and our Vineyard View Bistro menu will be available from 12pm-5pm.

Music Under the Pergola at Villa Milagro

Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
1:00pm to 5:00pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 -
1:00pm to 4:00pm
The Pegola is alive with the musical stylings of Jeff Penque and Rob Viola this weekend at Villa Milagro. Bring a lunch, buy a glass of wine and listen to the sounds of some great musicians.

Afternoon Music Under the Arbor @ Alba Vineyard

Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
1:00pm to 4:30pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 -
1:00pm to 4:30pm
Join Alba every weekend afternoon for wine, food, and music! Eric Mintel Quartet on Saturday (pictured) and Patrick Kerssen Trio on Sunday. Culinary treats available for purchase. Walk-ins for 2-4 adults: tables are first come, first serve; tables for 5-6 adults require a reservation. All guests must be 21+.

"Building Your Own Observatory from Scratch" presented by UACNJ

Saturday, June 5, 2021 - 8:00pm
Join UACNJ for "Building Your Own Observatory from Scratch" presented by Mark Sproul, NWJAA Space is limited and reservations are required. 

The Benjamins @ Draught House

Saturday, June 5, 2021 - 9:00pm
The Benjamins play at the Boat Stage! $15 cover charge at the door or come in and purchase your tickets at the bar! This high energy band blends a unique mixture of classic, modern, elegance and edge!

Dr Dick Show @ The Sand Bar

Sunday, June 6, 2021 - 3:00pm
Another great band live at The Sand Bar!
Continuing: 

Explore The Highlands Hike-a-Thon

Tuesday, June 1, 2021 to Sunday, July 11, 2021
Hike, run, bike or paddle for the New Jersey Highlands Coalition for their first Hike-a-Thon! This is a virtual event to help protect stunning and ecologically vital forests, clean water, scenic view sheds, wildlife, habitats, farms and other natural, historic and cultural resources of the New Jersey Highlands! Prizes are available for qualifying participants and proceeds will support the work of the coalition, which represents a diverse network of organizations and individuals. Our mission is to represent their common goal to protect, enhance and restore the New Jersey Highlands and to preserve the quality and quantity of drinking water for the 6.2 million people who depend on Highlands water.

Ride The River and Steam Train

Saturday, May 29, 2021 -
11:00am to 3:30pm
Sunday, May 30, 2021 -
11:00am to 3:30pm
Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
11:00am to 3:30pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 -
11:00am to 3:30pm
Take a 1.5-hour scenic narrated trip on a historic passenger coach along the beautiful Delaware River to Riegelsville and return. Trips depart from Phillipsburg at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm & 3:30pm, weekends May-October.

Warren County Winery Train

Saturday, June 5, 2021 -
11:00am to 2:00pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 -
11:00am to 2:00pm
Enjoy a beautiful trip along the Delaware River and visit Villa Milagro Vineyards for a tour and wine tastings! Depending on ticket availability, trips leave at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm.
Plan Ahead: 

Textile Weaving Demo @ Kathy's Kove & Kafe

Thursday, June 10, 2021 - 7:00pm
Are you interested in textile weaving? Please join us for this free event with Amy Haines, one of our needlework instructors! Amy will demonstrate various styles of weaving on looms of many shapes and sizes. Looms will be available for you to try different styles and methods. For further information, please call Kathy at (908) 689-6878. Space is limited - please reserve!

Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery

Saturday, June 12, 2021 -
4:00pm to 7:00pm
A one-of-a-kind experience, sure to intoxicate all your senses. Formal wine tasting followed by dinner and dessert, paired with dessert wine. An educational wine cellar tour describes the processes of wine making and then off with the shoes and socks for the ever-popular Barefoot Grape Stomping! Complimentary wine glass included. $42.50/person, plus tax. Tickets are required. Please call 908-475-3671.

Murder Mystery Dinner at Four Sisters Winery

Sunday, June 13, 2021 -
4:00pm to 7:00pm
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. $45/person includes tax, meal and souvenir wine glass. Advance tickets required; call 908-475-3671

WC Library Summer Reading Program Kicks Off

Monday, June 14, 2021 to Saturday, August 14, 2021
Warren County Library's 2021 summer reading program “Tails and Tales,” offers something for everyone from infant through adult. Logging of books and activities will take place using the Beanstack program and entries will be made for weekly prizes. See the calendar of events at warrenlib.org to see the virtual and outdoor programs we have planned this summer. The fun begins June 14 and lasts until August 14. We hope to see you all summer long!

33rd Ole Towne Festival in Phillipsburg

Friday, June 18, 2021 -
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Saturday, June 19, 2021 -
12:00pm to 10:00pm
Celebrate the town of Phillipsburg! This two-day festival boasts entertainment for all ages, a classic car cruise, community farmers market, free miniature train rides and more on Friday evening at Shappell Park; followed by a full day of fun on Saturday at Walters Park with even more great entertainment for the family and music featuring the Dr Dick Show, Inch and the Echoes and Large Flowerheads. Children's activities, local vendors, food trucks, amusements, tethered hot air balloon rides, pony rides and more. Saturday evening concludes with a fireworks display.

Sustainability Green Music and Arts Festival- Washington BID's

Saturday, June 19, 2021 -
10:00am to 5:00pm
Washington Business Improvement District is celebrating sustainability and healthy living options. Attendees can enjoy live music and activities for children while parents can browse for renewable product options offering green living solutions. Free admission and held rain or shine! This year’s musical line up will feature: Featuring music by: 11am- 12:30pm- Big Bruce and the Messengers 1pm- 2:30pm- Gypsy Funk Squad 3pm- 5pm- The BassBoards

Health & Wellness Field Day @ Meadow Breeze Park

Saturday, June 19, 2021 -
12:00pm to 5:00pm
An afternoon of family fun, including games, sports, yoga, giveaways and music! Special appearances by Emmy-nominated rapper/actor, T.O.N.E.-z, as well as Magician and Art-Bullying Educator, Michael Kirschner.

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We hope you've found this to be informative, and now feel inspired to come out and explore Warren County! If so, please:
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Coming Up: 

Hot Air Balloons - Arts & Craft Festival

A four-day festival hosted by Warren County Community College features hot air balloon launches in the evenings at 6:30pm, and tethered rides as weather permits. The college will showcase their extensive drone program with demonstrations at the drone port. Plus there will be local artisans and a juried Arts & Crafts show, food trucks and musical entertainment from 2pm to 9pm. Tickets are available online. NOTE: Today's activities are canceled due to the weather. The festival resumes tomorrow (Friday)! In-depth info is here.

Sean Henry "Tonight" Live @ Czig Meister

Local rock & roll singer/songwriter extraordinaire Sean Henry Tonight! plays acoustic at Czig Meister Brewery. Originals and covers spanning decades of rock, punk, pop, blues, folk and more! Outdoors; $10 cover (includes one beer); $5 Designated Driver ticket.

Grill Night at Alba Vineyard

Grill Nights are back! Reservations required - $50/person, wine sold separately. Your choice of steak, fish or chops - all served with seasonal vegetables, potato, and salad. Three seatings every half hour from 5-7pm. 

Evening Music Under the Arbor @ Alba Vineyard

Join Alba Friday and Saturday evenings for wine, food, and music! Darla Rich Duo on Friday and pianist Ingrid Gray on Saturday. Culinary treats available for purchase. Walk-ins for 2-4 adults: tables are first come, first serve; tables for 5-6 adults require a reservation. All guests must be 21+

Belvidere Garage Sale

Belvidere town wide garage sale weekend is here!! Come to Belvidere to find your new favorite treasure!! The entire town and our vendors will be participating! That's a lot of shopping and deals!!

Donaldson Farms Food Truck Fest

It's time to kick off the summer with games, face painting, live music and food trucks! Food Truck Fest will feature 12-14 food trucks and fun for the whole family!

Wine, Jazz and Artisan Festival @ Tranquillity Farms

Wine, Jazz & Artisan Festival at Tranquillity Farms in Green Township, NJ features Unionville Vineyards, White Horse Vineyards, delicious food by James off Main, live jazz music trios, farm activities for the family, cheese & charcuterie, and over 40+ artisan craft vendors. Tickets on sale now. Join us for a spectacular weekend!

Music on the Deck at Four Sisters Winery

Playing for the first time will be Uptown Boogie Band and returner Rich Berry. The winery deck is open for wine tastings from 11am-6pm and our Vineyard View Bistro menu will be available from 12pm-5pm.

Music Under the Pergola at Villa Milagro

The Pegola is alive with the musical stylings of Jeff Penque and Rob Viola this weekend at Villa Milagro. Bring a lunch, buy a glass of wine and listen to the sounds of some great musicians.

Afternoon Music Under the Arbor @ Alba Vineyard

Join Alba every weekend afternoon for wine, food, and music! Eric Mintel Quartet on Saturday (pictured) and Patrick Kerssen Trio on Sunday. Culinary treats available for purchase. Walk-ins for 2-4 adults: tables are first come, first serve; tables for 5-6 adults require a reservation. All guests must be 21+.

The Benjamins @ Draught House

The Benjamins play at the Boat Stage! $15 cover charge at the door or come in and purchase your tickets at the bar! This high energy band blends a unique mixture of classic, modern, elegance and edge!

Squad5 @ Draught House

The Benjamins play at the Boat Stage! $15 cover charge at the door or come in and purchase your tickets at the bar! This high energy band blends a unique mixture of classic, modern, elegance and edge!

Donaldson Farms Food Truck Fest

It's time to kick off the summer with games, face painting, live music and food trucks! Food Truck Fest will feature 12-14 food trucks and fun for the whole family!

Opening Day of the Blairstown Farmers Market

This year marks the 15th annual Blairstown Farmers Market. An official marker of summer and fresh produce, you'll find local farmers, foods, vendors and music. You're bound to find great things to partake in and take home!

Blairstown Farmers Market

This year marks the 16th annual Blairstown Farmers Market. An official marker of summer and fresh produce, you'll find local farmers, foods, vendors and music. You're bound to find great things to partake in and take home!

Blairstown Farmers Market

This year marks the 16th annual Blairstown Farmers Market. An official marker of summer and fresh produce, you'll find local farmers, foods, vendors and music.

Blairstown Farmers Market

This year marks the 16th annual Blairstown Farmers Market. An official marker of summer and fresh produce, you'll find local farmers, foods, vendors and music.

2023 Blairstown Farmers Market

This year marks the 16th annual Blairstown Farmers Market. An official marker of summer and fresh produce, you'll find local farmers, foods, vendors and music.

2023 Blairstown Farmers Market

This year marks the 16th annual Blairstown Farmers Market. An official marker of summer and fresh produce, you'll find local farmers, foods, vendors and music.

 
Continuing: 

Ride The River and Steam Train

Take a 1.5-hour scenic narrated trip on a historic passenger coach along the beautiful Delaware River to Riegelsville and return. Trips depart from Phillipsburg at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm & 3:30pm, weekends May-October.

Warren County Winery Train

Enjoy a beautiful trip along the Delaware River and visit Villa Milagro Vineyards for a tour and wine tastings! Depending on ticket availability, trips leave at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm.

 
Plan Ahead: 

Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery

A one-of-a-kind experience, sure to intoxicate all your senses. Formal wine tasting followed by dinner and dessert, paired with dessert wine. An educational wine cellar tour describes the processes of wine making and then off with the shoes and socks for the ever-popular Barefoot Grape Stomping! Complimentary wine glass included. $42.50/person, plus tax. Tickets are required. Please call 908-475-3671.

Murder Mystery Dinner at Four Sisters Winery

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. $45/person includes tax, meal and souvenir wine glass. Advance tickets required; call 908-475-3671

Sustainability Green Music and Arts Festival- Washington BID's

Washington Business Improvement District is celebrating sustainability and healthy living options. Attendees can enjoy live music and activities for children while parents can browse for renewable product options offering green living solutions. Free admission and held rain or shine! This year’s musical line up will feature: Featuring music by: 11am- 12:30pm- Big Bruce and the Messengers 1pm- 2:30pm- Gypsy Funk Squad 3pm- 5pm- The BassBoards