Starting October 27, 2021 | Explore Warren

 

Starting October 27, 2021

“Trick or treat, bag of sweets, ghosts are walking down the street.” - Unknown

Halloween parties and parades are back, all over the county! In keeping with tradition, we are sharing a photo of the annual Halloween display in front of  Yeager's Floor Covering on Belvidere Road in Lopatcong Township - which always puts up a spectacular exhibit - and advises it has more than 100 carpet remnants in stock! Is that a Grateful Dead concert? The audience and performers pictured seem to be enjoying a spooky serenade, no bones about it!

Aside from all the Halloween merriment, Oxford Emergency Squad is celebrating its 50th Anniversary by hosting an exciting day at Furnace Lake.

If you still haven’t picked the perfect pumpkin, or taken that hayride to the apple orchard, this weekend marks the unofficial end of Fall Farm Fun, which will give way to what is colloquially known as “The Holidays”, and all the activities of the upcoming season. (Check out the Plan Ahead section if you don’t believe us.)

So stay safe if you go trick-or-treating, Happy Halloween, and Happy Wanderings!

Coming Up: 

Franken Murder Mystery Dinner @ Rutherfurd Hall

Turn on the electrodes, raise the platform and throw the switch! A storm is brewing and you don’t want to miss this hilarious adaptation of Mary Shelly’s classic tale! Join Doctor Frankenstein and Igor as they “dig up” clues in this horror themed murder mystery. Includes dinner catered by Mama's Cafe Baci (BYOB).

Haunted Halls at Blairstown Masonic Lodge

Come for a "bloody good time" as the Haunted Halls at Blairstown Masonic Lodge #165 are ready to make your nightmares come to life in their maze of hallways! Admission is $10 per person.

Four Sisters Winery HalloWINE Weekend

It's a weekend full of Halloween fun! A Costume Parade, tractor-drawn hay rides, corn maze, PYO pumpkins & much more! Anyone who dresses up in costume will receive a goodie bag filled with Halloween treats. 

Halloween Cabaret at CSC

This cabaret event, will feature Halloween themed songs from Broadway and beyond performed by Centenary University students. Those in attendance are highly encouraged to come in costume. The event is suitable for the whole family and be sure to bring your own chairs or blankets to sit on for the performance.

Oxford Emergency Squad's 50th Anniversary at Furnace Lake

Celebrate 50 years of service, teamwork, innovation, and Oxford pride by gathering at Oxford Furnace Lake for a fun-filled afternoon to include food trucks, music, a dunk tank, ceremony, bounce house, face painting, extrication demonstration and a bonfire.

Halloween Downtown & Parade in Hackettstown

Participants will gather on the front lawns of Centenary University beginning at 2:30pm for the 3pm parade, which will proceed down Moore Street to the gazebo at Main Street. From there children are invited to Trick-or-Treat, visiting various participating merchants. Eat and shop local for plenty of sales and specials in downtown Hackettstown!

Hometown Halloween in Washington Borough

Get dressed up and into the Spirit of Halloween! Hometown Halloween is family fun for kids of all ages featuring a kids costume contest and a pet costume contest. Trick or Treat at participating downtown merchants, and DJ Mitch Hess will be spinning some Halloween tunes.

Trunk or Treat at Corrado's Farm

Corrado's Farm presents its first-ever Trunk or Treat! Please register by October 27 to participate and enjoy free admission; trunk decorating contest optional. Food-Music-Games- Prizes. Gates open at 3pm for trunk decorators, and decorations must be finished by 3:45pm for the 4pm event. Registration forms must be completed and emailed to corradosfarm2@aol.com by Oct. 27. Discounted Hayride prices available directly after the event.

Jason Eady @ Roy's Hall

Since making his auspicious debut with 2005’s From Underneath the Old, Jason Eady has achieved a rare balance of unguarded honesty and poetic sophistication in his songwriting. 

Halloween Party at Draught House

Dress in your best Halloween costume for a chance to win some cash prizes at the Draught House! DJ Jeff will be there. You won't want to miss it!

Tap Takeover at the BTI

The Blairstown Inn hosts a tap takeover with their friends from Stone Brewing Company! Indoor dining & take out. 908-362-8121. Be sure to ask your server about soups & specials!

Hometown Halloween in Washington Borough

Get dressed up and into the Spirit of Halloween! Hometown Halloween is family fun for kids of all ages featuring a kids costume contest and a pet costume contest. Trick or Treat at participating downtown merchants while a DJ plays spooky and fun tunes and check out all the festive pumpkins entered by the businesses for the pumpkin decorating contest!

9th Annual Halloween Downtown & Parade in Hackettstown

Participants will gather on the front lawns of Centenary University beginning at 2pm for the 3pm parade, which will proceed down Moore Street to the gazebo at Main Street. From there children are invited to Trick-or-Treat, visiting various participating merchants. Eat and shop local for plenty of sales and specials in downtown Hackettstown!

Halloween Downtown & Parade in Hackettstown

Participants will gather on the front lawns of Centenary University beginning at 2:30pm for the 3pm parade, which will proceed down Moore Street to the gazebo at Main Street. From there children are invited to Trick-or-Treat, visiting various participating merchants. Eat and shop local for plenty of sales and specials in downtown Hackettstown!

Hometown Halloween in Washington Borough

Get dressed up and into the Spirit of Halloween! Hometown Halloween is family fun for kids of all ages featuring a kids costume contest and a pet costume contest. Trick or Treat at participating downtown merchants while a DJ plays spooky and fun tunes and check out all the festive pumpkins entered by the businesses for the pumpkin decorating contest!

 
Continuing: 

Live Music at Tiptons Tavern

A Harmony family has refreshed this historic building and proudly serves their guests, hosting live music most weekends. Werner Sommer performs 7-10pm on Oct. 29.

The Great Pumpkin Train @ Delaware River Railroad Excursions

When riding the Great Pumpkin Train, every child gets to pick his or her own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. Trips leave 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm. Also visit the Ol' Susquehanna Mine and or Corn Maze (additional fee required), and free use of the picnic grove.

Music at Milagro

Pack a picnic, invite some friends and enjoy the afternoon with great wines, music and spectacular views! Joe Janci performs this Saturday; Juliana Sweeney will appear on Sunday. Vineyard open for tasings 11am-6pm on Saturday; 11am-5pm on Sunday.

Live Music @ Little Ridge Vineyard

Enjoy the musica Allan Willcockson on Saturday at Little Ridge Vineyards. Tasting room will be open 12pm- 5pm. Outdoor seating is available though you are welcome to bring blankets and chairs.

Fall Fest Weekends at Tranquillity Farms

Pre purchase TICKETS. Activities will run weekends through October 31:  Hayrides to the pumpkin field or walk to Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, pumpkin picking, Cow Train, Pumpkin Launchers, Bounce pillow, and fall refreshments.

Fall Festival Weekends at VonThun Farms

Get lost in the interactive corn maze or look for the perfect pumpkin. Take a hayride, pick apples, take aim with the corn cannons or browse the farm market for fresh produce, baked goods and more. There's also an activity area with 20+ family-friendly activities!

Halloween Hollow at Marshall's Farm Market

Visit the "spooktacular" Halloween display with plenty of photo opportunities along with shopping for produce, pumpkins, food specialties, bacon, eggs, jams, jellies, pies and more. Hayrides offered on weekends, 1-5pm, and hayrides include cider and a donut.

Fall Festival Weekends at VonThun Farms

Get lost in the interactive corn maze or look for the perfect pumpkin. Take a hayride, pick apples, take aim with the corn cannons or browse the farm market for fresh produce, baked goods and more. There's also an activity area with 20+ family-friendly activities!

The Great Pumpkin Train @ Delaware River Railroad Excursions

When riding the Great Pumpkin Train, every child gets to pick his or her own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. Trips leave 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm. Also visit the Ol' Susquehanna Mine and or Corn Maze (additional fee required), and free use of the picnic grove.

Halloween Hollow at Marshall's Farm Market

Last weekend for Marshall's Farm Market. Visit the "spooktacular" Halloween display with plenty of photo opportunities along with shopping for produce, pumpkins, food specialties, bacon, eggs, jams, jellies, pies and more. Hayrides offered on weekends, 1-5pm, and hayrides include cider and a donut.

Fall Fest Weekends at Tranquillity Farms

This is the last weekend for Fall Fest Weekends at Tranquillity Farms. Activities include hayrides to the pumpkin field or walk to Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, pumpkin picking, Cow Train, Pumpkin Launchers, Bounce pillow, and fall refreshments.

The Great Pumpkin Train @ Delaware River Railroad Excursions

When riding the Great Pumpkin Train, every child gets to pick his or her own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. Trips leave 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm. Also visit the Ol' Susquehanna Mine and or Corn Maze (additional fee required), and free use of the picnic grove.

Halloween Hollow at Marshall's Farm Market

Last weekend for Marshall's Farm Market. Visit the "spooktacular" Halloween display with plenty of photo opportunities along with shopping for produce, pumpkins, food specialties, bacon, eggs, jams, jellies, pies and more. Hayrides offered on weekends and include cider and a donut.

 
Community Corner: 
 
Plan Ahead: 

Alice in Slasherland

When young Lewis Diaz accidentally resurrects the soul of a brutally slain girl named Alice, he unwittingly unleashes a literal hell on Earth. Now it's up to Lewis and his newly undead companion to protect his classmates from becoming freshly slaughtered carcasses. Due to strong language, violence, horror, and adult themes, this production is intended for MATURE AUDIENCES. VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED.

Fall in Love with Warren Wineries - Two Weekends of Leaves and Wines

It's the second weekend that Warren County wineries are hosting a special wine tasting and leaf-viewing event, plus you have a chance to win a unique handmade charcuterie board by wood craftsman Dean Nikituk of One Man's Hands. Visit Brook Hollow Winery, Four Sisters Winery, Little Ridge Vineyards and Villa Milagro Vineyards to fall in love with the wines and wineries from this colorful corner of the state. NOTE: The four wineries involved all have different hours. Please check with each winery to plan your visit.

Self- Guided History Trail presented by Explore Warren History Trail

Explore Shippen Manor, Blair's Town, Oxford Furnace, the Morris Canal and many more historic sites throughout Warren County. A total of 11 historic landmarks are stops on the self-guided, county-wide driving tour, where you can visit one or multiple sites at your own pace each day. The event is FREE and open to individuals and families of all ages. Printed trail maps are available at each location to start you on your history adventure. Each site will have a docent on hand to convey the history of the location; some sites will have demonstrations and festival activities. Interactive children’s activities are also planned at several locations. The event is rain or shine. Schedule details and a digital map are available at WarrenHistoryTrail.org.

Meditation Monday with Jean Marie

Bring your mat to Rutherfurd Hall and begin the Holiday Season with tranquility, harmony and serenity. Jean Marie will take us through a sound meditation journey, along with silence. Optional: a half hour of gentle Yoga before meditation if you choose; Yoga begins promptly at 5:50 and ends 6:20. $25 for meditation, $10 for Yoga.

A Christmas Carol - CSC Family Holiday Spectacular

FINAL WEEKEND! Centenary Stage Company rings in the Holiday Season with Stephen Temperley's adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol. Performances run through December 12 in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices range from $15 to $29.50 with discounts available on select performances. 

Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams @ Roy's Hall

Love always. Love forever. Love until the end of time. The Great Cosmic Playlist is testimony to the endurance of an emotion that is easy to conjure but hard to maintain. But for Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams, who have been coupled consciously since 1986, love is more than a pop song; they are the bards of the long term committed relationship.

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