Starting April 21, 2021 | Explore Warren

 

Starting April 21, 2021

"Nature holds the key to our aesthetic, intellectual, cognitive and even spiritual satisfaction."- E.O. Wilson, American biologist

Nature helps us decompress and be thankful for the little things, like the baby rabbit in this photo taken by Warren County resident Mike Muckle.

As the last weekend in April approaches, consider taking some time for yourself to veiw the beautiful art being auctioned through Phillipsburg Rotary Club, savor a glass of wine as you listen to the sweet sounds at Brook Hollow Winery or tune into Centenary Stage Company for its presentation of A Midsummer Night's Dream. There are also some outdoor activities planned with a hike at White Lake hosted by the Paulinskill River Valley Committee and an outdoor Green event hosted by Hope with E-waste collection, medicine drop-off and ticket raffle.

Scroll down for more ideas, and keeping looking ahead for more things to do as the weather warms up! Happy Wanderings!

This Week: 

Women's Playwright Series presented by Centenary Stage Company

Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 7:30pmWednesday, April 21, 2021 - 7:30pmWednesday, April 28, 2021 - 7:30pmWednesday, May 5, 2021 - 7:30pm
WPS offers playwrights the opportunity to work with professional actors and directors in a workshop rehearsal process, and to hear their work in front of a live audience. This week's presentation is The Persuadables by Hallie Palladino (pictured), featureing a group of morally challenged election consultants engaged by a conservative billionaire to mount a massive public influence campaign. Using a combination of cutting-edge data mining and old-fashioned disinformation, they set about redefining the first amendment.
 

Phillipsburg Rotary Club Live Auction

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 to Friday, April 23, 2021
Join the Phillipsburg Rotary club for a virtual live auction. Pre-bidding starts Wednesday, April 21 @ 10am and runs until Friday, April 23 when the live auction will be taking place @ 7pm. The first 35 registrants will be entered to win a $100.00 Amazon Gift Card.

10th Annual Bi-State Shad Fishing Contest

Thursday, April 22, 2021 to Sunday, April 25, 2021
Come celebrate the American Shad this spring by joining other anglers in their pursuit of the best Shad! This fish makes its spawning run up the Delaware River every year. Registrations are accepted until 8am on the first day of the tournament.

A Midsummer Night's Dream presented by CSC

Thursday, April 22, 2021 to Sunday, May 2, 2021
Four brawling lovers, caught in a dispute of increasingly magical proportions; a crew of keen mechanicals, determined to give it their all; and one roguish sprite, hell-bent on causing as much havoc as possible. What could possibly go wrong? Join Centenary Stage Company for one of Shakespeare's magical plays. This show will be in person and live streamed.

Ellie's Art hosted by Warren County Liquors

Saturday, April 24, 2021 - 10:00am
Looking for something to do outdoors? Join Warren County Liquors this Saturday to shop local artist Ellie and help support "Furever Hugged."

Go Green with Hope

Saturday, April 24, 2021 -
10:00am to 2:00pm
New, outdoor, drive-thru event with free admission. "Hope" to see you there!

Puppy MUDder Dog Hike @ Dark Moon Preserve

Saturday, April 24, 2021 -
12:00pm to 1:30pm
Join RVC this Saturday for a spring “Puppy MUDder Dog Hike” at Dark Moon Preserve. It promises to be a mud-gathering, tail-wagging, four-legged good time! Please bring plenty of water for you and your pooch, as well as some doggie disposal bags.

Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery

Saturday, April 24, 2021 -
1:00pm to 3:00pm
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. Tickets are required; call 908-475-3671.

Afternoon Live Music at Brook Hollow Winery

Saturday, April 17, 2021 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Sunday, April 18, 2021 -
2:00pm to 4:03pm
Saturday, April 24, 2021 -
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Sunday, April 25, 2021 -
2:00pm to 4:30pm
Visit Brook Hollow Winery and event facility for live music each weekend day: Scott Messina on Saturday and Geroge Baier on Sunday. You are invited to support local proprietors by purchasing a meal from the many restaurants in the area and enjoy it on the outside covered porch patio with a bottle of Brook Hollow Wine.

Open House @ Asbury Village Farm

Saturday, April 24, 2021 -
2:00pm to 4:00pm
It's going to be a beautiful day to come out to the farm and meet the farmer, get a tour, and talk about the CSA program. For everyone's comfort, please wear a mask or maintain 6 feet of distance from other visitors.

Anatomy of a Star presented by UACNJ

Saturday, April 24, 2021 - 8:00pm
UACNJ presents "Anatomy of a Star" presented by Paul Fisher, NWJAA. Space is limited and reservations are required. 

White Lake Hike presented by the Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee

Sunday, April 25, 2021 -
10:00am to 1:00pm
Join the Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee (PVTC) this Sunday for a beautiful group hike starting at White Lake Route 521 parking area. The length of the hike will be approximately 2 miles. Bring a drink. Reservations are required.

Murder Mystery Dinner at Four Sisters Winery

Sunday, April 25, 2021 -
1:00pm to 3:30pm
Murder Mystery dinners at Four Sisters Winery are happening again! Get your reservations in for April 25 as seating is limited. Formal wine tasting followed by dinner, dessert and dessert wine. Characters are selected and the mysterious plot of the evening begins. $45/person includes tax, meal and souvenir wine glass.
Continuing: 

Chili Weekends @ Four Sisters

Saturday, April 10, 2021 -
11:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, April 11, 2021 -
11:00am to 5:00pm
Saturday, April 17, 2021 -
11:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, April 18, 2021 -
11:00am to 5:00pm
Saturday, April 24, 2021 -
11:00am to 5:00pm
Are you feeling spicy? Four Sisters is cooking up chili every weekend in April. Their homemade Farmhouse recipe is on the menu this weekend and ready to be paired with one of their many wines! No reservations are required.
Community Corner: 

Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting @ MAC Pizza and Wings

Friday, April 23, 2021 - 10:30am
Come out for MAC Pizza and Wings Grand Opening.

Take-out Roast Beef Dinner at Buttzville UMC

Saturday, April 24, 2021 -
4:30pm to 6:30pm
Stay safe inside your vehicle! Take-out only Roast Beef dinner with dessert. $15 per meal. Please drive in the back (cemetery entrance) to payment station near the clothing shed, then proceed to the take-out window where a runner will take your tickets and bring your to-go bags to you. 908-453-2301.

DIY Backyard Stewardship presented by RVC

Thursday, April 29, 2021 -
7:00pm to 8:30pm
How do I prioritize the work that needs to be done? Knowing where and how to begin can be overwhelming. Join RVC Stewardship Coordinator Allison Severino for a Zoom webinar to answer your questions and offer suggestions. Included will be an opening presentation from Allison and an interactive Q&A. Please feel free to send in advance your questions or photos of the area/plant you wish to discuss to ali@ridgeandvalleyconservancy.org.

Community Yard Sale hosted by Pohatcong History and Heritage Society

Saturday, May 1, 2021 -
9:00am to 3:00pm
After the past year of shut down, we are welcoming the spring and the restart by participating in Pohatcong's Town-Wide Yard Sale! All proceeds of the society's sale will benefit the preservation effort at Shimer Mansion.
Plan Ahead: 

Full Moon Hike @ Dark Moon Preserve hosted by RVC

Monday, April 26, 2021 -
8:00pm to 9:00pm
Enjoy April's full moon with a guided hike at Dark Moon Preserve. Led by Margie Schiller, we will step out into the night to enjoy the nocturnal wonders of the preserve. We invite you to bring your family - both furry and non-furry. Space is limited for this hike. Advance registration required. This is a free event.

Trivia Night and Dinner @ Brook Hollow Winery

Friday, April 30, 2021 -
6:30pm to 9:30pm
Searching for all the trivia buffs out there! Think you've got what it takes to compete in Trivia Night? Teams of 4 required (no more) with a team name and questions are based on a variety of topics. Bring your brains (no phones can be used to find answers).

Run for the River hosted by MWA

Saturday, May 1, 2021 to Saturday, May 15, 2021
Run, walk, bike, hike, paddle, fish or even garden for the Musky. This year's event is virtual to help support the efforts of the Musconetcong Watershed Association. Share your experiences with friends and family and then share on social media.

Wine Train @ Villa Milagro

Saturday, May 1, 2021
The first tour of the season starts May 1st! You will see and learn about the equipment of wine making, crushers-destemmers, presses, pumps, tanks, barrels and bottling lines. Purchase wines to take home or enjoy on your return train trip. Then off you go for another scenic train ride back to the station.

Opening of the Deck @ Four Sisters Winery

Saturday, May 1, 2021Sunday, May 2, 2021
Our deck will be officially opening with our Vineyard View Bistro Menu & live music featuring Richie G. on Saturday and Joe Izen on Sunday. Although the deck isn't covered as of yet, the tables are available on these beautiful spring days. Purchase a glass of wine to enjoy with a cheese plates. No reservations needed!

Rock and Roll Steampunk Fair hosted by Washington BID

Saturday, May 8, 2021 -
10:00am to 5:00pm
Come in costume! The Rock and Roll Steampunk Fest is a day like no other! Live music with This Complete Breakfast, Frenchy & the Punk and This Way to the Egress. Rock & Roll and music related vendors, Steampunk vendors, jewelry, clothing, and more!

Chili Fest @ Invertase Brewing

Saturday, May 8, 2021 -
12:00pm to 3:00pm
Join Invertase Brewing for their first chili fest!!  Ticket holders receive a taste of each chili entry, a score card, a 10oz pour of beer and a live performance by Nathaniel Hintz!

Celebrate Mother's Day @ Harker's Hollow Golf Club

Sunday, May 9, 2021
Treat mom to a special day at the Uniontown Bar and Grill located at Harker's Hollow Golf Club.

Mother's Day at Four Sisters Winery

Sunday, May 9, 2021 -
12:00pm to 4:00pm
Mother’s Day is a universal holiday celebrating women across the country that have spent countless hours caring for children. In honor of these special women, Four Sisters Winery devotes the weekend in observance of the best mother ever…the mother in your heart!

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Coming Up: 

Phillipsburg Rotary Club Live Auction

Join the Phillipsburg Rotary club for a virtual live auction. Pre-bidding starts Wednesday, April 21 @ 10am and runs until Friday, April 23 when the live auction will be taking place @ 7pm. The first 35 registrants will be entered to win a $100.00 Amazon Gift Card.

10th Annual Bi-State Shad Fishing Contest

Come celebrate the American Shad this spring by joining other anglers in their pursuit of the best Shad! This fish makes its spawning run up the Delaware River every year. Registrations are accepted until 8am on the first day of the tournament.

A Midsummer Night's Dream presented by CSC

Four brawling lovers, caught in a dispute of increasingly magical proportions; a crew of keen mechanicals, determined to give it their all; and one roguish sprite, hell-bent on causing as much havoc as possible. What could possibly go wrong? Join Centenary Stage Company for one of Shakespeare's magical plays. This show will be in person and live streamed.

Puppy MUDder Dog Hike @ Dark Moon Preserve

Join RVC this Saturday for a spring “Puppy MUDder Dog Hike” at Dark Moon Preserve. It promises to be a mud-gathering, tail-wagging, four-legged good time! Please bring plenty of water for you and your pooch, as well as some doggie disposal bags.

Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery

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. Tickets are required; call 908-475-3671.

Afternoon Live Music at Brook Hollow Winery

Visit Brook Hollow Winery and event facility for live music each weekend day: Scott Messina on Saturday and Geroge Baier on Sunday. You are invited to support local proprietors by purchasing a meal from the many restaurants in the area and enjoy it on the outside covered porch patio with a bottle of Brook Hollow Wine.

Open House @ Asbury Village Farm

It's going to be a beautiful day to come out to the farm and meet the farmer, get a tour, and talk about the CSA program. For everyone's comfort, please wear a mask or maintain 6 feet of distance from other visitors.

Murder Mystery Dinner at Four Sisters Winery

Murder Mystery dinners at Four Sisters Winery are happening again! Get your reservations in for April 25 as seating is limited. Formal wine tasting followed by dinner, dessert and dessert wine. Characters are selected and the mysterious plot of the evening begins. $45/person includes tax, meal and souvenir wine glass.

Go Green with Hope

 Enjoy free admission to glean environmental and sustainability information, talk to vendors, participate in exhibits, free raffles and more! Be sure to stop by the Explore Warren table and say howdy! "Hope" to see you there!

 
Continuing: 

Chili Weekends @ Four Sisters

Are you feeling spicy? Four Sisters is cooking up chili every weekend in April. Their homemade Farmhouse recipe is on the menu this weekend and ready to be paired with one of their many wines! No reservations are required.

 
Community Corner: 

Take-out Roast Beef Dinner at Buttzville UMC

Stay safe inside your vehicle! Take-out only Roast Beef dinner with dessert. $15 per meal. Please drive in the back (cemetery entrance) to payment station near the clothing shed, then proceed to the take-out window where a runner will take your tickets and bring your to-go bags to you. 908-453-2301.

DIY Backyard Stewardship presented by RVC

How do I prioritize the work that needs to be done? Knowing where and how to begin can be overwhelming. Join RVC Stewardship Coordinator Allison Severino for a Zoom webinar to answer your questions and offer suggestions. Included will be an opening presentation from Allison and an interactive Q&A. Please feel free to send in advance your questions or photos of the area/plant you wish to discuss to ali@ridgeandvalleyconservancy.org.

 
Plan Ahead: 

Full Moon Hike @ Dark Moon Preserve hosted by RVC SOLD OUT

Enjoy April's full moon with a guided hike at Dark Moon Preserve. Led by Margie Schiller, we will step out into the night to enjoy the nocturnal wonders of the preserve. We invite you to bring your family - both furry and non-furry. Space is limited for this hike. Advance registration required. This is a free event.

Trivia Night and Dinner @ Brook Hollow Winery SOLD OUT

Searching for all the trivia buffs out there! Think you've got what it takes to compete in Trivia Night? Teams of 4 required (no more) with a team name and questions are based on a variety of topics. Bring your brains (no phones can be used to find answers).

Run for the River hosted by MWA

Run, walk, bike, hike, paddle, fish or even garden for the Musky. This year's event is virtual to help support the efforts of the Musconetcong Watershed Association. Share your experiences with friends and family and then share on social media.

Opening of the Deck @ Four Sisters Winery

Our deck will be officially opening with our Vineyard View Bistro Menu & live music featuring Richie G. on Saturday and Joe Izen on Sunday. Although the deck isn't covered as of yet, the tables are available on these beautiful spring days. Purchase a glass of wine to enjoy with a cheese plates. No reservations needed!