There's still time to find that perfect choose-and-cut Christmas tree, but don't wait much longer! Same goes for taking in a holiday musical - this weekend is your last chance to catch local productions of The Nutcracker, Christmas Revue and A Christmas Carol. Enjoy live music but not in a holiday mood? No problem! Check out the Young Performers Workshop Festival of Shows and/or the WNTI.org benefit held at the Stanhope House. Happy Holidays and Happy Wanderings!
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Vol . 8  No. 26
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PEPPERMINT BARK  from

Each delicious bar is available in white or dark chocolate for only $2.59.    The bark is not available online! You must stop by or call the shop.    Antoinette Chocolatier is open Wednesday through Sunday during the holiday season. (Call for hours). They are making it as fast as they can.
In addition to the PEPPERMINT BARK, there are so many chocolate and gift items available for your gift-giving or personal chocolate desires. You should visit just to take in all the chocolate smells that permeate the showroom.

87 South Main St.
Phillipsburg, NJ
908-859-4545

A family friendly New Year's Eve Celebration!

Rutherfurd Hall is excited to announce FIRST NIGHT Warren held inside and outside of Rutherfurd Hall Mansion, 4-8pm December 31.

Buttons -which will serve as admission tickets -are now on sale for $10 each. Family packs are also available. Buttons must be picked up prior to the event and presented to get on free shuttle buses, to enter premium parking lot, or to go anywhere on site. You can pick them up or purchase at the mansion during museum hours every Wednesday in December from 1-6pm. 
A limited number of premium on site parking passes are also being sold online for $25 per car.

Rutherfurd Hall
1686 Route 517
Allamuchy, NJ

908-852-1894 ext. 334

Christmas in the Country at Well-Sweep
 through Dec. 23

At this time of year, the shop turns into a Christmas wonderland. The greenhouse will be stocked with a selection of attractive windowsill herbs, tender perennials in bloom and unique topiaries. Enter to win a $35 Gift Certificate. Handmade fresh evergreen wreaths, sprays and arrangements are now available; even custom wreaths. Come visit, bring a friend, and enjoy complimentary hot mulled cider and cookies.

205 Mt. Bethel Road
Port Murray, NJ 07865
908-852-5390

Last chance to get your Christmas tree at Woodsedge Tree Farm 
Choose and cut your Christmas Tree from a nice selection of 5-8 foot firs, spruces, and pines.  Free drilling and bailing, refreshments.
Also availlable are wreaths and grave blankets; plus their own honey and beeswax soap.

Woodsedge Tree Farm
118 Beechwood Rd.
Belvidere, NJ 07823

908-763-9920

Scenic Air Tours

Orlandi Flight Center provides a way for you to escape the rigors of everyday life, lift your spirits, and offer a view you will never forget.  Flown by experienced and professional pilots year-round, this FAA authorized air tour operation is an opportunity for you to relax and marvel at the splendor of flight as you feel your ground bound problems fall away. 
 
Rates start at $105 (per plane, not per person) for a local half-hour tour.
 
Also offering flight and ground training in powered airplanes for all pilot certificates and ratings; aircraft rental. 
Blairstown Airport
36 Lambert Road
Blairstown
 
201-874-5458

Warren County Library Headquarters ~ 2 Shotwell Drive, Belvidere ~ 908-475-6322
December 18-20: 
The Nutcracker Presented by New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet at Centenary Stage Co.


There's magic in the air and sparkle in every smile when Nutcracker comes to town! Over 70 talented dancers and actors have earned roles in the New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet's production of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite. The company's Nutcracker is unique because the story is told from the perspective of ten-year-old Clara.

Show Dates/Times:
Friday, December 18 at 7pm
Saturday, December 19 at 2pm
Saturday, December 19 at 7pm
Sunday, December 20 at 3pm
 
SITNIK THEATER of the 
Lackland Center
715 Grand Avenue
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
nutcracker
Box Office: 908-979-0900

Ticket Pricing
Orchestra
Balcony
Children 12 & under
All Performances
$28.00
$25.00
$15.00
*Children under 3 not permitted



Warren County's Wineries
...always have something to sample, and so much more!
  Please check websites (listed alphabetically) for event details and hours of operation.

269 Rt. 627, Milford, NJ (Finesville) ~  908-995-7800

The folks at Alba say: 'Tis the Season to Give an Alba Vineyard Holiday Basket or Gift Certificate!
One - Two - Three bottle wine basket or Gourmet Basket with Alba wines paired with gourmet foods, chocolates or cheeses.
Alba Vineyard Gift Certificates are also available, and a great gift idea for most occasions. Delight your family and friends or recognize your colleagues and clients. Use towards the purchase of wine or a private tour and tasting! Call  908-995-7800


594 Route 94, Columbia ~ 908-496-8200

Relax and enjoy live music at Brook Hollow Winery most weekend afternoons, and come out for Open Mic Night every third Friday!

Upcoming Artists:
Fri., December 18, 6-8pm: John Cain
Sat., December 19, 1:30-4pm: Gordon Thomas Ward
Sun., December 20, 1:30-4pm: George Baier

DINNER GHOSTS at Brook Hollow Winery,  December 12, 7-9pm
Gordon Thomas Ward is a paranormal investigator with 40 years of experience and author of 
Ghosts of Central Jersey and is presenting another session at Brook Hollow Winery.

Enjoy a spine-tingling evening of tales and evidences from Mr. Ward's encounters with ghosts. Enjoy a delicious dinner while Gordon explains what ghosts really are, how to investigate them, and where they can be found.  The $20 ticket price includes dinner and discussions with Gordon. Wine can be purchased by the glass or bottle.

Saturday, December 19: WINE AND WORKS OF ART at Brook Hollow!
 
Feeling creative or just love wine? Anna Kaszupski has created another canvas piece depicting the winter scenes and would love to get your version of this piece. The $35 ticket price includes all art supplies needed, instructions on painting that image, light snacks, and a glass of your favorite Brook Hollow Wine!

Seminar registration begins at 7pm and painting fun and instruction will begin at 7:30. We Hope to see you there!



783 County Rt. 519, Belvidere, NJ ~  908-475-3671

Please note Four Sisters Winery is one of the stops on the Christmas in the Country Trail.

33 Warren Glen Rd., Finesville, NJ ~ 908-995-2072

LAS POSADAS & COUNTRY CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE at Villa Milagro, December 19-20, 12-5pm

Las Posadas Stop by Villa Milagro during your travels this weekend for "colaciones" - small traditional treats offered in Mexico as a symbol of foods given to Joseph & Mary as they sought shelter in which to birth their child.  They will be served with samples of Feliz Navidad , the winery's delicious, warmed mulled wine.

Country Christmas Open House If you still need gifts for that person who has everything you might find just what you need by visiting some neighbors along the Musconetcong and Delaware Rivers.  Each will be hosting an Open House this weekend to share holiday cheer.

Please note Villa Milagro will be closed Dec. 23- Jan. 7 for vacation.

Charles Dickens' beloved holiday story, "A Christmas Carol," will return to the local stage for a second annual presentation as a classic 1940's radio stage production hosted by the newly re-opened Roy's Hall (formerly the Historic Blairstown Theatre, 30 Main Street, Blairstown).Carol

Sunday, December 20: WNTI.org Benefit Event

All proceeds benefit WNTI.org internet radio from Centenary College. 
$20 per person general admission.

Doors open at 5pm
Dave Grieco Duo at 5:30pm
WNTI Band at 6:30pm
Singer/Songwriter James Maddock Duo 
headlining at 7:30pm  


WNTI
Venue:

45 Main Street
Stanhope, NJ

Information and tickets at:  
www.wnti.org or by phone 908-979-4355 ext 1
 

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Continuing:
Through December 20: 
Young Performers Workshop 2015 Winter Festival of Shows at Centenary Stage

"Take it from me, who's been regularly attending high school musicals for more than four decades: I've never seen the likes of what the Centenary Young Performers achieve."

- Peter Filichia, Drama Critic, The Star Ledger
YPW
Tickets for the Young Performers Workshop Winter Festival of Shows are $12.50 for adults and $10 for children under 12. Performance times vary during the December 12-20 run in THE LITTLE THEATER on the campus of Centenary College. Tickets may be purchased online, at the CSC Box Office in The Lackland Center at 715 Grand Ave in Hackettstown, or by calling 908-979-0900. The Box Office is open Monday through Friday 1-5 p.m., and 2 hours prior to performance times. 

   Through December 20:

The Country Gate Christmas Revue returns after a two year hiatus!  This festive holiday revue brings cheer and family entertainment to brighten your Christmas season. Enjoy old yuletide musical favorites and discover new favorites as you celebrate the season with Country Gate. 











revue
Country Gate Players
114 Greenwich Street
Belvidere, NJ 07823

908-475-1104

Visit a Warren County Farm to Choose the Perfect Christmas Tree! 

Many farms, farm stands and garden centers also offer fresh and fragrant wreaths, roping and other greenery to decorate your home. The trip to the farm to find your fresh tree will be a memory-making experience for your family.
Click logo above for NJCGA members.
Click image above for complete list of tree farms in W.C.

















trees
Some "Real Tree Facts" from the National Christmas Tree Association:

  • Real trees are a renewable, recyclable resource. Artificial trees contain non-biodegradable plastics and possible metal toxins such as lead.
  • North American Real Christmas Trees are grown in all 50 states and Canada. Eighty percent (80%) of artificial trees worldwide are manufactured in China, according to the U.S. Commerce Department.
  • There are more than 4,000 local Christmas tree recycling programs throughout the United States.
  • For every real Christmas tree harvested, 1 to 3 seedlings are planted the following spring.
  • While growing, real Christmas trees support life by absorbing carbon dioxide and emitting oxygen.
  • Farms that grow Christmas trees stabilize soil, protect water supplies, and provide refuge for wildlife.      Back to top

  • Christmas in the Country Trail

    Christmas Trees ~ Cider Donuts ~ Wine ~ Gifts


    Visit three of Warren County's most unique farms, all within five minutes of each other! With a minimum $5 purchase from each farm, you will receive a FREE gift on your last stop (while supplies last) and be entered to win a $200 gift certificate. Learn more at  www.CICtrail.com

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    New Jersey Youth Corps of Phillipsburg says:  Searching for that perfect gift?  Look no more!!

    Our candles are the gift that will last the whole year!  Check out our deals by clicking  HERE!
     
    Our candles can also be purchased in the 
    Phillipsburg area at the following locations:
     
    NORWESCAP Food Bank Thrift Shop
    201 Broad St, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
    and
    Perfect Christmas Tree Farm
    999 US-22, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
     
    10% of the proceeds from our sales will be going to Farmers Against Hunger (FAH), whose mission is to  enable farmers throughout New Jersey to contribute their extra produce to those in need.  Learn more about FAH here !


    We also will be taking orders for wreaths, grave blankets and centerpieces from December 7- December 23.  

    You can place your order for those items HERE!  

    Or call  toll free at 877-270-7266


    Shop local this holiday season at Thomian Gallery & Gifts, where you will find that perfect Christmas gift. Their Fall Into Savings Event features the newest in women's fashions, accessories, home accents, Christmas decor and more! Extra savings and specials through December 11. For more details shop in store or online at www.thomiangallery.com .

    Warren County Public Information | publicinfo@co.warren.nj.us | http://www.co.warren.nj.us
    Wayne Dumont, Jr Administration Building
    165 County Route 519 South - Belvidere, NJ 07823
    908-475-6580 / 800-554-8540