December 19, 2018-January 1, 2019 | Explore Warren

 

December 19, 2018-January 1, 2019

"Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” - Norman Vincent Peale

It's the most wonderful time of the year, as the song goes, and it's nearly here! This lovely photo of the Live Nativity at the recent Hope Lantern Tour, courtesy of Parashoot Productions, should put you in the holiday mood if you aren't already. So should the events you'll find below. And one final reminder, if you're still hoping to fill your home with the wonderful scent of a Jersey Fresh Christmas tree, here's a link to where you'll find the best ones around. We've also included some New Year's Eve options in this edition, which will be the last Warren County Wanderings of 2018. We wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Happy Wanderings!

This Week: 

Black & White Wednesdays at Roy's Hall: "A Christmas Carol" (1951)

Wednesday, December 19, 2018 - 7:30pm
Enjoy the Alastair Sim (1951) version of this "Scrooge" Chirstmas classic without commercial interruptions! Escape from the modern trappings of TV and the internet with an old-fashioned evening at the movies in the vintage atmosphere of Blairstown's Roy's Hall. Tickets at the door are $10 cash.

Live Music at Brook Hollow: Andy Rimer

Friday, December 21, 2018 - 6:00pm
Come enjoy free live music with family, friends, and delicious wines! Wine is available for purchase by the bottle or glass at retail value. 

Live Music at Inn at Millrace Pond: AJ Croix

Friday, December 21, 2018 - 7:00pm
The historic inn, a restored 1769 stone gristmill, features an evening with AJ Croix. Check him out, enjoy a fine dinner, and make a night of it!
 

Baroque Christmas Music with Harmonia Chamber Players

Friday, December 21, 2018 - 7:30pm
The Harmonia Chamber Players will perform Vivadi's "Winter" and other Baroque Christmas Music. Soloists of the virtuoso string ensemble are Garry Ianco, Victor Costanzi, and Carolyn Cole, violins.

Ugly Sweater Party at William's Irish Tavern

Friday, December 21, 2018 - 8:00pm
Dress to impress in your holiday worst while enjoying some of DJ Rupell’s Christmas Remix and a live appearance from Mariah Carey’s number one fan, Mike Coates.

Live Music at Bea McNally's: The House Rockers

Friday, December 21, 2018 - 8:30pm
Check out The House Rockers at Bea McNally's!

Live at Panther Pub: Brian & Brian

Friday, December 21, 2018 - 8:30pm
Live music at Panther Pub! Check out Brian & Brian.

Pop-up Meadow Walk at Wild Ridge Plants

Saturday, December 22, 2018 -
10:00am to 12:00pm
Even though winter solstice is near, the meadow is full of life. Before we go into winter dormancy, join us for a walk through our native meadow. Learn about meadows in dormancy, signs of life in winter, and meet fellow native plant lovers. Register in advance for this free program.

Create Your Own Custom Holiday Gift Basket & Box Day at Donaldson Farms

Saturday, December 22, 2018 -
11:00am to 4:00pm
Browse a large selection of local foods and products from Donaldson Farms. Choose your items and they will wrap them into a beautiful gift baskets.

Ugly Sweater Fun at Brook Hollow Winery

Saturday, December 22, 2018 -
12:00pm to 6:00pm
Sunday, December 23, 2018 -
12:00pm to 6:00pm
Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and stop in the winery to be entered into a drawing, where three great prizes will be given away.

Live Music at Brook Hollow Winery - Rich Ortiz

Saturday, December 22, 2018 - 2:00pm
Enjoy listening to Rich Ortiz. Wine is available for purchase by the glass or bottle.

Danielle De Luca at Nonpareil

Saturday, December 8, 2018 -
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Saturday, December 22, 2018 -
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Enjoy a delicious meal while you listen to some classic soft rock.

A Holiday Pickin’ Party with Serene Green & The Dishonest Fiddlers at Roy's Hall

Saturday, December 22, 2018 - 8:00pm
Come see two of the finest young string bands emerging from the NE PA Bluegrass scene.

Buck's 3rd Annual Ugly Sweater Christmas Party

Saturday, December 22, 2018 - 8:00pm
Tis the Season to Rock an Ugly Sweater. Live music by DJ Shatner at 8pm. Three cash prizes for ugliest sweater.
 

Live at Rock Creek Tavern: The Razz Brothers

Saturday, December 22, 2018 - 8:00pm
Time to party with the Razz Brothers and enjoy some great food and beverages. 

Ugly Sweater Party at Draught House

Saturday, December 22, 2018 - 9:00pm
Put on that ugly sweater. You know you have one! Cash prize for the ugliest sweater.

JerZGirls at William's Irish Tavern

Saturday, December 22, 2018 - 9:00pm
The local duo JerZgirls will be rocking Willy's with a wide range of songs from 60's through today, all types of music and bands. Their show is a blast to watch!

Live Music at The Brass Rail - Jamie LeRose

Saturday, December 22, 2018 - 9:00pm
 Jamie LeRose performs at the Brass Rail, 9pm-midnight.

Live Music at Bea McNally's: The Stereo Junkies

Saturday, December 22, 2018 - 10:00pm
It's always a fun night at Bea McNally's!

Christmas Eve Dinner at The Willows

Monday, December 24, 2018 - 4:00pm
Special Christmas Eve menu offered, call to make your reservation.

Christmas Eve Dinner at The Inn at Millrace Pond

Monday, December 24, 2018 -
4:00pm to 8:00pm
The Inn prepares special menus for holidays throughout the year. Enjoy Christmas Eve and let them do the cooking.

TubaChristmas in Belvidere

Monday, December 24, 2018 - 4:00pm
Come for an old-fashioned sing-along and performance on the Courthouse steps! All listeners and musicians of euphonium, baritone, sousaphone and tuba are welcome.

Black & White Wednesdays at Roy's Hall: "Stalag 17"

Wednesday, December 26, 2018 - 7:30pm
Stalag 17 (1953) is a drama/thriller set in a German POW camp in 1953. Escape from the modern trappings of TV and the internet with an old-fashioned evening at the movies in the vintage atmosphere of Blairstown's Roy's Hall. Tickets at the door are $10 cash / $12 credit card.
Continuing: 

Christmas In The Country at Well-Sweep Farm

Saturday, November 3, 2018 to Sunday, December 23, 2018
The Well-Sweep garden fairies have transformed the shop into a Christmas wonderland! The greenhouse is stocked, and seasonal wreaths and arrangements are available. Come visit with your holiday guests and enjoy complimentary hot mulled cider and cookies.

Christmas in the Country Trail

Friday, November 23, 2018 to Monday, December 24, 2018
Start your Christmas tradition by visiting three of Warren County’s most unique, family-owned farms all within 4 minutes of each other.  Wyckoff’s Christmas Tree Farm, Mackey’s Orchard 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!

Limited Reserve Holiday Box Set at Alba Vineyard

Wednesday, December 12, 2018 to Monday, December 24, 2018
Share the very best of Alba at your holiday table with friends who truly appreciate wines reflection of the land, built by ones commitment over decades of tested passion.

Free Photos with Santa on a Harley at Tramontin

Saturday, December 8, 2018 - 12:00pmSaturday, December 15, 2018 - 12:00pmSaturday, December 22, 2018 - 12:00pm
Get your family photo with Santa on a Harley. Pets are welcome, too! Holiday refreshments will be served. 
Plan Ahead: 

Live Music at Inn at Millrace Pond: The Coot and The Kid

Friday, December 28, 2018 -
7:00pm to 9:00pm
Grover Kemble and Harry Noble bring it on at the Inn for a special holiday season performance. A little bit of jazz, blues, folk and soft rock... reservations recommended!

Wooden Ships Band, Unplugged at Rock Creek Tavern

Friday, December 28, 2018 -
9:00pm to 11:45pm
This Crosby, Stills & Nash tribute band looks forward to returning to Rock Creek Tavern!

7 North debut at Rock Creek Tavern

Saturday, December 29, 2018 - 8:00pm
7 North, a Lehigh Valley band covering classic rock hits of the '60s through today, makes its debut at Rock Creek.

New Year’s Eve Party, Gatsby Style at Buck Hill Brewery

Monday, December 31, 2018 - 11:00am
Get on your vintage clothes and celebrate "Gatsby Style". Four course menu will be offered.

New Year's Eve Dinner at The Willows

Monday, December 31, 2018 - 4:00pm
Special New Year's Eve menu offered. Call 908-574-5101 to make your reservation.

4th Annual First Night Warren at Rutherfurd Hall

Monday, December 31, 2018 -
4:00pm to 8:00pm
A family-friendly event with entertainment, food vendors and fireworks. Activities include a magician, mentalist, contortionist, Irish Step Dancers, live musical acts, various actors and interactive shows, a reptile show, face painting and airbrush tattoos, with fireworks at approximately 7:15pm.

Celebrate New Years Eve at The Architects Golf Club

Monday, December 31, 2018 -
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Start New Year's Eve at Architects with a buffet filled with delicious selections like prime rib and lobster bisque.

New Year's Eve Party at Flynn's On The Hill

Monday, December 31, 2018 - 7:00pm
Spend your New Year’s Eve partying at Flynn’s with Johnny and the Jukebox! $50 per person includes champagne at midnight and a cash bar. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dancing until midnight!

New Year's Eve Party with DJ Nappz at Bea McNally's Irish Pub

Monday, December 31, 2018 - 7:00pm
Hang out with DJ Nappz at Bea McNally's! There will be open bar and a buffet, too! Presale ticket is $55 until 12/28. After 12/28, ticket $65.
 

Zabava New Year's Eve Party

Monday, December 31, 2018 - 9:00pm
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Zabava Bar 133. Make your reservations today!

34th Annual New Year's Day Hike on the PVT

Tuesday, January 1, 2019 - 10:00am
Start your new year on the right foot with a 4-5 mile hike along the Paulinskill Valley Trail. It's the 34th annual of this New Year's Day tradition, hosted by the Kittatinny Valley State Park's Friends organization. The cinder-based trail provides easy, level walking. Bring lunch and beverage!

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Coming Up: 

Black & White Wednesdays at Roy's Hall: "A Christmas Carol" (1951)

Enjoy the Alastair Sim (1951) version of this "Scrooge" Chirstmas classic without commercial interruptions! Escape from the modern trappings of TV and the internet with an old-fashioned evening at the movies in the vintage atmosphere of Blairstown's Roy's Hall. Tickets at the door are $10 cash.

Pop-up Meadow Walk at Wild Ridge Plants

Even though winter solstice is near, the meadow is full of life. Before we go into winter dormancy, join us for a walk through our native meadow. Learn about meadows in dormancy, signs of life in winter, and meet fellow native plant lovers. Register in advance for this free program.

JerZGirls at William's Irish Tavern

The local duo JerZgirls will be rocking Willy's with a wide range of songs from 60's through today, all types of music and bands. Their show is a blast to watch!

TubaChristmas in Belvidere

Come for an old-fashioned sing-along and performance on the Courthouse steps! All listeners and musicians of euphonium, baritone, sousaphone and tuba are welcome.

Black & White Wednesdays at Roy's Hall: "Stalag 17"

Stalag 17 (1953) is a drama/thriller set in a German POW camp in 1953. Escape from the modern trappings of TV and the internet with an old-fashioned evening at the movies in the vintage atmosphere of Blairstown's Roy's Hall. Tickets at the door are $10 cash / $12 credit card.

 
Continuing: 

Christmas In The Country at Well-Sweep Farm

The Well-Sweep garden fairies have transformed the shop into a Christmas wonderland! The greenhouse is stocked, and seasonal wreaths and arrangements are available. Come visit with your holiday guests and enjoy complimentary hot mulled cider and cookies.

Christmas in the Country Trail

Start your Christmas tradition by visiting three of Warren County’s most unique, family-owned farms all within 4 minutes of each other.  Wyckoff’s Christmas Tree Farm, Mackey’s Orchard 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!

 
Plan Ahead: 

4th Annual First Night Warren at Rutherfurd Hall

A family-friendly event with entertainment, food vendors and fireworks. Activities include a magician, mentalist, contortionist, Irish Step Dancers, live musical acts, various actors and interactive shows, a reptile show, face painting and airbrush tattoos, with fireworks at approximately 7:15pm.

New Year's Eve Party at Flynn's On The Hill

Spend your New Year’s Eve partying at Flynn’s with Johnny and the Jukebox! $50 per person includes champagne at midnight and a cash bar. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dancing until midnight!

34th Annual New Year's Day Hike on the PVT

Start your new year on the right foot with a 4-5 mile hike along the Paulinskill Valley Trail. It's the 34th annual of this New Year's Day tradition, hosted by the Kittatinny Valley State Park's Friends organization. The cinder-based trail provides easy, level walking. Bring lunch and beverage!