Hunterdon County 300th
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ANNUAL 2014
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Dear Friends: I am pleased to announce that the physicians of Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates have made a collective major gift to support Hunterdon Healthcare’s new Cardiovascular Center. With their gift, these nine physicians are helping to bring a vision of exceptional, world-class cardiovascular care to Hunterdon County. Once completed, the new state-of-the-art center will allow the team of board-certiďŹ ed cardiologists to build on their impressive track record of providing quality services that address Hunterdon County’s leading cause of death – cardiovascular disease. I would like to thank each of these doctors for their generosity and leadership in helping to improve the quality of life in our community. Several naming opportunities are still available for the Cardiovascular Program. Please consider making a major gift as a way of honoring a loved one or memorializing a family member. Your support will allow Hunterdon Healthcare to continue providing our community with nationally-recognized cardiovascular care. Thank you. Christopher Sickels Executive Vice President, Hunterdon Medical Center Foundation
When you give to the Hunterdon Medical Center Foundation, your contributions allow Hunterdon Healthcare to make critical investments in new technology, better facilities and clinical care. Simply put, your gift will have a profound impact right here where you live, by improving the quality of life in your community.
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Contents Hunterdon County Guide Annual 2014 Edition
Annual Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Bed n Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . 14 Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Please note that all events require reservations, which are on a f irst-come, f irst-serve basis. HUNTERDON COUNTY TRICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE Saturdays in 2014: Headquarters open to the public. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Flemington Choir School, 3 Chorister Place, Flemington, NJ) Through October 6: 300th Anniversary Photo Contest February 23: Dramatic Dialogue Between Dr. Larison and Silvia Dubois by the East Amwell Historical Commission March 16: Lime Kilns of Hunterdon County Bus Tour by Frank Curcio March 22: Official 300th Birthday Celebration, Main Street, Flemington. Starts 4 p.m. Events include a grand parade and fireworks at dusk. April 25: Arbor Day Tree Planting May 10: Historic Walking Tour of the Town of Clinton and The Red Mill Museum May 16-18: Lenni Lenape Encampment in Hampton May 22: History of Round Valley Reservoir by Acorn Montessori School, Route 31, Clinton Township. 6:30 to 8 p.m. May 31: Walking Tour of Lebanon Borough. 10 June 1: Open House and Grounds at the Historic Nellie Hoffman House in Califon. 1 to 3 p.m. June 8: 300 Years of Wild Food Foraging in Hunterdon County. 1 p.m. June 21-22: Delaware Township Historical Event June 21: Hunterdon County Community Day at Deer Path Park in Flemington, NJ. (Rain date June 22.) June 21: Walking Tour of Historic Three Bridges. 10 a.m. to Noon. June 28: History of the D&R Canal. 2 p.m. July 8: ExxonMobil in Hunterdon County: A Historical Relationship Explored. Annandale, NJ. 7 to 8 p.m. July 12: South County Farm Tour. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 13, 20: Open House and Tours of County and Municipal Museums. 12 to 4 p.m.
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July 19: Hunterdon’s Early Settlers: 18th and 19th Century Holland Township. 10 a.m. July 23: Farmers/Businessman Picnic at South County Park, Lambertville, NJ. 4 p.m. August 3: Ice Cream Social for Teens and Tweens. 2 p.m. August 6: History of the Flemington (Hunterdon County) Fair August 17: Cemetery Walking Tour of Lebanon Borough. 3 p.m. September 6: Farm Tour of Northern Hunterdon County. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 13: Black River & Western Railroad Train Event. 1 to 6:45 p.m. September 14: Amwell Church of the Brethren and Moore Cemetery. 4 p.m. September 20: Walking Tour of Historic Quakertown. 10 a.m. (Rain date Sept. 21.) September 27: Chief Tuccamirgen Day at Fleming Castle Museum October 5: Califon Day October 11: Massed Bands Concert at Deer Path Park. (Rain Oct. 12.) October 11: Walking Tour of Historic Annandale and the Vought House. 10 a.m. to Noon. October 12: Alexandria Township Self-Guided Barn Tour October 18: Clinton Town Cemetery and Haunted Mill at the Red Mill Museum Tour October 18: Flemington Speedway Day at South County Park. (Rain date Oct. 19.) October 18: Hunterdon’s Historic Churches Bus Tour by Frank Greenagel October 25: Walking Tour of Historic Flemington October 26: Walking Tour of Historic Alexandria Township December 6: The Dutch Reform Church and the Revolutionary War Lecture and Grave Walk. 1 p.m. December 7: The Road Along the Rocks: A Walk Down a Revolutionary Road by Barbara and John Hencheck
CALENDAR OF EVENTS December 14: Washington Crosses the Delaware Annual Reenactment Dress Rehearsal Excursion 908-788-2030; www.hunterdon300th.org. NORTH COUNTY BRANCH OF THE HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY February 15: The Loyalist John Vought, A Man of Honor by Historian Don Sherblom. 2 p.m. February 22: Hunterdon Conflicts: Loyalist V. Patriots by Chip Riddle. 2 p.m. March 1: History Detectives: History Hunting for Hunterdon’s Young Historians. 2 p.m. March 15: Lime Kilns of Hunterdon County by Historian Frank Curcio. 2 p.m. March 26: History Through Music: The Civil War. 7 p.m. April 12: Hunterdon Settlement Pattern Series Lecture: This History of the Palantine Migration by Historian George Apgar. 10 a.m. May 7: Hunterdon’s Historic Samplers by Dan and Marty Campanelli. 7 p.m. June 14: History of the USA Flag and the County Flag. 2 p.m. June 25: The County Surrogate Part II: Whys, Whos, Hows, and Wheres of Wills by Susan Hoffman. 7 p.m. July 22: True Jersey Blues: Army Enlistment in 1862. 7 p.m. August 27: Kingwood’s Hidden Past: The Lenni Lenape Indians by Sal DeSapio. 7 p.m. September 1-30: Photo Exhibit: Barns of Hunterdon County by Anne Freeman. September 16: Hunterdon’s Historic Barns with Anne Freeman and Jeffrey Marshall. 7 p.m. October 21: General Daniel Morgan by Sal DeSapio. 7 p.m. October 29: Historic Haunts of Hunterdon County by Gordon Thomas Ward. 7 p.m. December 17: Hunterdon in 1776. 7 p.m. 65 Halstead Street, Clinton, NJ. 908-730-6262; www.hclibrary.us. TEWKSBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY February 16: 25th Anniversary Open House, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
March 16: Potterstown Skirmish Lecture by Chip Riddle. 1 p.m. May 10: Historic Walking Tour of Oldwick by Historian Shaun Van Doren. 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 3 p.m. May 18: Tewksbury Scenic Roads by Shaun Van Doren and Harold Wrede. 1 p.m. June 14: Historical Society’s Garden Tour. 12 to 4 p.m. June 22: Walking Tour of Historic Mountainville by Shaun Van Doren. 1 p.m. July 20: Tewksbury Barn Tour. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. August 17: Tour Tewksbury by Auto. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 14: Walking Tour of Historic Pottersville. 1 p.m. November 9: Covered Dinner Event. 5 p.m. 60 Water Street, Lebanon, NJ. 908-832-6734; www.tewksburyhistory.net. FLEMINGTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH February 22: Paul Robeson Returns to Flemington! 7:30 p.m. April 12: Quilt Symposium. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 10 East Main Street, Flemington, NJ. 908-7823227; www.flempres.org. MAIN BRANCH OF THE HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY March 4: Hunterdon’s Hometown Heroes of the American Revolution by Historian Sal DeSapio. 7 p.m. March 12: The County Surrogate Part 1: History of the County Surrogate and Interesting Hunterdon Wills by County Surrogate Susan Hoffman. 7 p.m. March 18: Your Life in Hunterdon by County Historian Stephanie Stevens. 7 p.m. March 20: Hunterdon In My Heart Lecture and Slide Show. 7 p.m. March 25: The Revolutionary War in South Hunterdon County and the Road Along the Rocks by John and Barbara Hencheck. 7 p.m. April 5: Hunterdon Settlement Pattern Series Lecture: The British Migration by David Reading. 2 p.m. Hunterdon County Guide 2014
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April 8: Hunterdon’s Historic Quilts by Judy Grow. 7 p.m. May 13: Hunterdon Settlement Pattern Series Lecture: The Dutch by Historian Stephanie Stevens. 7 p.m. May 20: Hunterdon Settlement Pattern Series Lecture: The Development of Lambertville and the River Communities by John and Barbara Hencheck. 7 p.m. June 3: Civil War in Hunterdon by John Kuhl. 7 p.m. June 4: Hunterdon Women and Women in Hunterdon by Stephanie Stevens. 7 p.m. June 18: Lost Dairy Farms of Hunterdon. 7 p.m. June 21: Children’s Historical Craft Project: Historic Moving Picture Craft. 10 to 11:30 a.m. July 9: Hunterdon Architecture by Chris Pickell, AIA. 7 p.m. August 2: Story Songs of History with Gordon Thomas Ward. 2 p.m. August 13: The Probate Process by Susan Hoffman. 7 p.m. September 28: Col. John Reading, Sr. and the Founding Fathers of Hunterdon. 2 p.m. October 15: Hunterdon’s Buried Past, Literally: Part I by Bob and Leslie Leith. 7 p.m. October 25: Children’s Craft: Historical Halloween. 1 p.m. October 25: John Reading, Sr., and his Son, the Governor by David Reading. 2:30 p.m. November 1: Murals: Hunterdon County. 2 p.m. November 5, 12, 19: History of Hunterdon County in Art with Stephanie Stevens and Mural Artist Paul Jennis. 7 p.m. November 6: Hunterdon’s Buried Past, Literally: Part II by Bob and Leslie Leith. 7 p.m. November 15: Battle of Geary’s Ridge by Dick Stothoff. 2 p.m. December 10: History of Washington Crossing State Park by Peter Osborne. 7 p.m. December 13: Washington Crosses the Delaware by Sal DeSapio. 2 p.m. December 20: History Through Music: A Revolutionary Christmas. 2 p.m. December 20: Making Victorian Christmas Ornaments Workshop for Kids. 1 p.m. 314 State Route 12, Building 3, Flemington, NJ. 908-788-1444; www.hclibrary.us. HISTORIC DINING EVENTS March 8: Fox and Hound: Historic Menu, Tavern Tour, and Lecture. Special guest lecturer County Historian Stephanie B. Stevens. 12 to 3 p.m. 69 Main Street, Lebanon, NJ.
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March 29: Tricentennial Gala at Grand Colonial. 6 p.m. 86 Route 173 West, Hampton, NJ. May 10: Stockton Inn: Historic Menu, Tavern Tour, and Lecture. 12 to 3 p.m. Main Street, Stockton, NJ. September 20: Glen Gardner Inn: Historic Menu, Tavern Tour, and Lecture. 12 to 3 p.m. 161 Main Street, Glen Gardner, NJ. November 8: The Sergeantsville Inn: Historic Menu, Tavern Tour, and Lecture. 12 to 3 p.m. 601 Rosemont-Ringoes Road, Sergeantsville, NJ. December 27: A Victorian Christmas Afternoon Tea. 4 p.m. Teaberry’s, Main Street, Flemington, NJ. THE RED MILL MUSEUM VILLAGE March 11: Hunterdon Settlement Pattern Series Lecture: The Irish in North Hunterdon. 7 p.m. March 29: Children’s Historical Craft Project: Historic Building Printmaking. 10 a.m. to Noon. July 26: History of Industrial Archeology in Hunterdon County. 7 p.m. 56 Main Street, Clinton, NJ. 908-735-4101; www.theredmill.org. ROUTE 12 COUNTY COMPLEX March 15: Dinner Theatre Production by InZane Productions (Building #1, Assembly Space) April 5: Historical Craft Project: Fiber/Quilt Project. (10:30 a.m. to Noon; Building #2, Extension Center) April 5-13: Historic Quilt Display: Common Threads: Quilting Traditions in Hunterdon County, NJ (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Building #1, Assembly Space) October 10: Hunterdon Rug Artisans Guild Symposium Open House Hook-In and Demonstration. 10 a.m. Building #1. November 7-8, 10-15, 17-18, 20-21: 300th Anniversary Photo Contest Exhibit (Building #1, Assembly Space) Flemington, NJ. www.co.hunterdon.nj.us. HUNTERDON COUNTY HALL OF RECORDS March 29: Searching the Search Room. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 71 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. 908-7881221; www.co.hunterdon.nj.us. GOVERNOR JOHN READING’S HOME April 6: Tour by Raritan Township Historian Dick Stothoff. 2 p.m.
River Road, Flemington, NJ. HUNTERDON COUNTY HISTORIC COURTHOUSE April 22: The Lindbergh Biography Part I: The Early Lindbergh. 7 p.m. April 23: The Lindbergh Biography Part II: The Darker Years. 7 p.m. April 26: Ode to Hunterdon: Hunterdon County Through the Eyes and Words of Hunterdon’s Poets. 7 p.m. April 27: Mayhem on the Mountain: Hopewell is like a Roman Circus. 3 p.m. April 29: Flemington During the Lindbergh Trial. 7 p.m. May 1: 12 Theories of Who Kidnapped the Lindbergh Baby. 7 p.m. May 3: Charles Lindbergh: One Man Show. 7 p.m. (May 4 show at 2 p.m.) Main Street, Flemington, NJ. LAMBERTVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY April 26-27; June 1, 8; July 6; August 3; September 7; October 5: Tour Historic Lambertville. 2 p.m. Bridge Street, Lambertville, NJ. 609-397-0770; www.lambertvillehistorical society.org. THE HISTORY OF SWACKHAMMER CHURCH AND CEMETERY May 3: Warren County Historian John O’Brien gives a tour of the church and cemetery. Continuous tours between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. 110 Anthony Road, Lebanon Township, NJ. RARITAN RIVER MUSIC SERIES May 3: 7:30 p.m. Prallsville Mills, Route 29, Stockton, NJ. May 10: 7:30 p.m. Clinton Presbyterian Church. 91 Center Street, Clinton, NJ. May 17: 7:30 p.m. Stanton Reformed Church. 1 Stanton Mountain Road, Stanton, NJ. May 24: 7:30 p.m. Old Greenwich Presbyterian Church. 17 Greenwich Church Road, Stewartsville, NJ. CALIFON HISTORIC SOCIETY May 4: Walking Tour of Historic Califon (12 p.m.) Califon, NJ. www.califonhistoricsociety.org.
Gallery) Prallsville Mills, Route 29, Stockton, NJ. 609397-3586; www.drms-stockton.org. EGG-CITING HISTORY: THE FLEMINGTON EGG AUCTION AND HUNTERDON’S POULTRY FARMS May 31: 2 p.m. Flemington Egg Auction, Park Avenue, Flemington, NJ. HOLCOMBE-JIMISON FARMSTEAD MUSEUM June 7-8: Civil War Reenactment July 27: Farm Festival 1605 Daniel Bray Highway, Lambertville, NJ. 609-397-2752; www.holcombe-jimison.org. THE YOUNG EAGLES: A CELEBRATION OF AVIATION IN HUNTERDON COUNTY June 14: Starts 9 a.m. Sky Manor Airport, 48 Sky Manor Road, Pittstown, NJ. 908-9964200; www.skymanorairport.com. FREE CONCERT UNDER THE STARS June 26: The Hunterdon Symphony. 7 p.m. July 3: The Allentown Band. 7 p.m. July 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7, 14: Concerts at 7 p.m. Deer Path Park, 120 West Woodschurch Road, Flemington, NJ. www.co.hunterdon.nj.us. UNION FORGE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION July 5: Solitude Heritage Museum of Early Hunterdon History, Cultural, and Environmental Center Grand Opening River Road, High Bridge, NJ. 908-638-3200; www.solitudehouse.org. HISTORIC FRENCHTOWN July 12: Bastille Day August 31: Riverfest Frenchtown, NJ. 908-996-4999; www.french townnj.org. MILFORD BOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY December 12: Walking Tour of Historic Milford Borough. 5:30 p.m. (2 p.m. on December 13) Milford, NJ. www.milfordnjhistory.org.
DELAWARE RIVER MILL SOCIETY May 17-18, 22-25, 29-31: Hunterdon Watercolor Society Art Show. Paintings Celebrating the Beauty of Hunterdon. (Sawmill Hunterdon County Guide 2014
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QUICKCHEK NEW JERSEY FESTIVAL OF BALLOONING
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eadington, New Jersey features stretches of rural countryside and a collection of historic homes that recall 19th-century Hunterdon County. The region is known for its incredible beauty and tranquility, with picturesque farms that have changed little since the county was founded in 1714. With canoeing on the Delaware River, horse trails, hiking, and golfing, it is truly an outdoor lover's delight. Located halfway between New York City and Philadelphia, Money Magazine named it one of the best places to live in 2007. And that's how life is in Readington (pop. 16,126), 362 days a year.
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For the other three days—this year it's July 25-26-27, 2014—it is magically transformed into the third largest city in the state for its open spaces attract an activity that contradicts its setting in the most densely populated state in the union: it is the hotbed of hot air ballooning. The last weekend of every July, Readington's rural Solberg Airport is the site of the annual QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning, the largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America. Featuring twice a day mass ascensions of more than 100 balloons from around the world and a live concert series featuring Grammy Award winners, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers and the lat-
est teen sensations (helping launch the careers of rising Disney stars the Jonas Brothers and Demi Lovato), the Festival attracts upwards of 165,000 people and worldwide media coverage. A truly international event, the QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning has been named one of the Top 100 Events in North America six times by the American Bus Association, a list coveted by travel tour and motorcoach operators and the general public alike (other recipients include the 2010 Winter Olympics, Mardi Gras, the Texas State Fair, the Indianapolis 500, and numerous Super Bowls). Opening Day on Friday, July 25 is “Balloons, Tunes & Booms”—a mass ascension of 100 balloons at sunset, followed by a headlining concert and fireworks. Saturday, July 26 is “Summer's Biggest Block Party”—the Festival has drawn as many as 90,000 people that day alone–with two mass ascensions, two concerts and the “Greatest Glow on Earth,” a nighttime balloon glow in which balloons are inflated, tethered and lit up like giant lanterns in conjunction with the evening headlining concert. Sunday, July 27 is “Health & Wellness Day” which typically features a “Running with the Balloons” 5K charity race and Fun Run, a morning mass balloon ascension, and an afternoon headlining concert followed by a closing mass ascension in the evening. Pilots from 25 states and three countries are expected to fly at this year's 32nd annual Festival. With twice-a-day mass balloon ascensions, a live concert series, morning-through-night fam-
ily entertainment, age-appropriate children's entertainment and amusement rides, interactive exhibits from some of the leading consumer brands in the world, and hundreds of arts and crafts and food vendors, the average family stay is seven and a half hours. “We're more than just a lot of hot air,” quips Festival Executive Producer Howard Freeman. Think state fair with balloons–100 of them taking to the skies twice a day at dawn and dusk. This “magic of ballooning” may attract 165,000 people but these balloons are nothing like what Dorothy and Toto ever imagined. The QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning is known for bringing in “special shaped” balloons. Awe-inspiring to say the least, these have included a 115-foot tall flying lighthouse from QuickChek; the PNC American Flag, the world's largest free-flying American Flag; an 86-foot tall replica of Darth Vader's head from Star Wars; a 100-foot long replica of Noah's Ark; a 105-foot tall Elvis, 80-foot tall pink elephants, 12-story tall dinosaurs and an 80-foot tall birthday cake. This “love at first flight” extends to the nearly 1,000 adventurers and romantics who purchase their own hot air balloon rides at the Festival; one or two engagements take place each year during these magic carpet rides. Following Freeman's belief in “doing well by doing good,” the Festival has raised more than $2.3 million for local and regional charities and non-profit groups including volunteer fire departments, ambulance corps, school groups and the Children's Miracle Network.
33RD ANNUAL SHAD FESTIVAL On the weekend of April 26 and 27 Lambertville will again host its annual Shad Festival. The festival highlights the arts community and, of course, that Delaware River delicacy, shad. What was once a small art show is now an important regional event drawing people from the entire region and beyond to look at and buy jewelry, ceramics, apparel, accessories, furniture, crafts, home décor, woodwork and other products of the area's finest artisans. The times to go to this free event that is spread throughout the business section of Lambertville is from 12:30 to 5:30 rain or shine. Hunterdon County Guide 2014 13
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Chestnut Hill on the Delaware’s Victorian opulence takes you back to a simpler time
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hen you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, plan a relaxing getaway to Milford, New Jersey’s exclusive riverside bed and breakfast, Chestnut Hill on the Delaware. Started in 1982 by Linda and Rob Castagna, Chestnut Hill is located in the W.E. Thomas House. (For those who know Italian, Castagna means chestnut.) According to the Milford Borough Historical Society’s Walking Tour, the house was built by Wilson Thomas in 1860 for his bride Lizzie. It was the first home in Milford to have plumbing. The Thomas family owned the landmark gristmill in Milford, started the first bank, and produced Milford’s first mayor.
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Opposite, an exterior view of Chestnut Hill on the Delaware and the Victorian drawing room with a sitting area in front of the fireplace. Above, the front porch is lined with rockers and tiny tables and breakfast area, overlooking the Delaware. Right, the Paradise Suite with a view from the bed of the fireplace.
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Linda and Rob Castagna are involved with the Milford community. Whether through local events such as Milford Alive or Christmas in Milford, or their work with local businesses, the Castagna family strives to keep small town Milford a local treasure. They have an extensive collection of historical artifacts pertaining to Milford. Linda Castagna worked diligently on the Milford Borough Centennial book, which celebrated 1911-2011. The book showcases her expertise in taking photos. Linda Castagna also documents history through the Milford Merchants Association’s Facebook site, Good Morning Milford. Thousands of guests have stayed at Chestnut Hill over its 32 years, from all corners of the world. The front porch is lined with rockers and tiny tables for friendly conversation or contemplating the scenic river. When entering Chestnut Hill, Victorian opulence takes you back to a simpler time in history. The downstairs rooms are the social rooms. There is the parlor, complete with plush sofas and a fireplace. The drawing room features a pump organ, an antique bridal gown on display, cozy sitting areas, a piano, and, of course, a fireplace. Authentic apothecary hutches display the Castagna collection of Milford memorabilia. The Dining Room has a grand table and chairs, an antique case clock, impressive chandelier, and a sideboard with an antique pink glass light that was originally in the Milford Opera House. Breakfast is served here, with such favorites as Stuffed French Toast made with fresh raisin bread, or Lemon Risotto Pancakes with a light fruit sauce. Climbing up the steps, there is a collection of photos documenting the history of
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Milford. The cheerful Rose Garden offers a second-floor view of the Delaware. It has a queen size bed, private bath with whirlpool and shower, and a hidden TV/VCR. The quaint Bayberry room comes with a bay window and a full size quilted bed. The Pineapple Room, a former servant’s quarters for the historic home, is a few steps down from Bayberry and has four picturesque windows. This room has a queen size bed, desk with data port, hidden TV/VCR, and a private bath with shower. The Summer Morning room exudes the brightness and romance of summer with its soft colors and a river view from its large windows. Special features of this bedroom include a Claudio Reyes king size cloud bed that was designed in Italy and handcrafted in Argentina, a library, electric fireplace, and a hidden TV/DVD/VCR. The luxurious bath has a Jacuzzi with waterfall spout, rainfall shower, heated floor tiles, and lovely stained glass accents. Tucked away on the third floor is Teddy’s Place, with a queen size bed, shower/whirlpool, desk, hidden TV/VCR, and a refrigerator. There is a nearby terrace with a table and chairs under a historic copper beech. Across the hall from Teddy’s Place is Hearts & Flowers, complete with a twin bed and full size bed. Next door to Chestnut Hill is another historic property that consists of strictly selfcontained suites. According to Linda Castagna, the building is circa 1830 and was a former hospital as well as creamery. The spacious Country Cottage faces the river and has a living room bedroom with a fireplace, king size bed, private bath, fully stocked pantry, kitchen, and TV/VCR. Guests can
nap in the hammock, sit by the Cottage fountain, or relax on the veranda. The second-floor Paradise Suite has a great river view, as well as a one-of-a-kind cast iron queen size canopy bed. A fireplace is directly across from the bed. The bath features a tropical fish stenciled scene, Spanish tiles, oversize Whirlpool, and glass shower. Paradise has a kitchenette with some breakfast staples, as well as a refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and toaster oven. The sunny Palms is adjacent to this kitchenette. It has queen size bed, hidden TV/VCR, and a private bath. All Chestnut Hill bedrooms have pressed linens, turndown service, a pillow chocolate, a custom bag of handmade gingerbread cookies on the bed, and fresh flowers. Guests at Chestnut Hill on the Delaware can enjoy the property’s manicured gardens, large boat deck and river walk, a historic ride on the inn’s pontoon boat, floating chairs by the boat deck, or a casual tea with homemade baked goods. Guests have access to a classic video library, reading materials, and books on tape. The Borough of Milford has restaurants, shops, and historic sites to take in. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike, bike, fish, canoe, and go ballooning. Everything is catered to individual needs. Chestnut Hill on the Delaware, 63 Church Street, Milford, NJ. 908-995-9761; 888-333-2242. Free Wireless Internet. Check in 3 p.m.; Check out 11 a.m. Minimum two-night stay on weekends. Non-smoking. No credit cards. Reservations via the phone. On-site parking. Visit Facebook or www.chestnuthillnj.com.
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hy trek to New York City or Philadelphia to enjoy a show, when there is a professional company right here in scenic Hunterdon County? Since 1981, Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, located in Hampton, New Jersey, has been the state’s premier dinner theatre. Open year-round, the showplace presents New York area talent in musicals and comedies. According to Manager Ken Schwarz, the original Hunterdon Hills Playhouse was built in 1939 from a renovated barn on a 300-acre dairy farm back in the woods about midway between Baptist Church Road and Mechlin Corner Road in Union Township. It later was expanded to include a restaurant on the property. “The Playhouse provided summer
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Top, actors on stage at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse. Above, tantalizing treats from the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse bakery offered for dessert with a dinner and a show. Right, the Lakeside Wedding Pavillion.
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stock tryouts for new productions, as well as hit shows, with a resident acting company augmented by big names like Joan Fontaine,
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Ed Wynn, Gloria Swanson, Bert Lahr, Maureen O’Sullivan, and David Wayne,� Schwarz says. The Playhouse closed in 1962.
“In 1979, we purchased the Playhouse. Before renovations got underway, it was destroyed by fire. We had to search for a new location, and found one two miles from the original site. On March 9, 1981, we opened our doors with the comedy Harvey.” Since then, Hunterdon Hills Playhouse has had over 140 productions with such stars as Jamie Farr, Pat Cooper, The Drifters, The Duprees, and Mickey Rooney. Along with shows, the Playhouse hosts weddings and banquets. Guests can enjoy special events using The Atrium,The Grand Room, or the Gazebo & Grounds, complete with a lakeside terrace, wildlife, and a park like setting. Hunterdon Hills Playhouse offers a selection of full-course meals expertly prepared by their chefs. “We also have our own bakery, where we prepare a delectable and mouthwatering assortment of breads,
baked goods, and desserts daily.They accompany your meal and also can be purchased to take home,” Schwarz says. Hunterdon Hills Playhouse has an exciting schedule of performances for 2014. February 12-20 and August 20-23, there is the country music show Beer & Broken Hearts. The comedy/mystery Busybody runs from March 4-May 22. The musical Better with a Band is from June 2 through August 14. The comedy Breaking Legs runs from September 3 through October 23. And the holiday musical revue A Playhouse Christmas 2014 is from November 1 through December 23. The Playhouse is located at 88 Route 173 West, Hampton, NJ 08827. You can call them at 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007. Visit the Playhouse online on Facebook or www.hhplayhouse.com.
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JERRY CABLE
Jerry Cable’s paintings of rural Hunterdon County induce feelings of serenity and a longing for a quieter time BY MICHELE MALINCHAK
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he great Greek playwright Aristophanes once said, “Let each man exercise the art he knows.” From an early age, artist Jerry Cable has achieved this through his paintings. Whether it be landscapes, still lifes or portraits, his subjects take on an inner glow that emanates from his deep understanding of them. Born in East Canton, Ohio, in 1956, he was raised on a farm and began painting while in grade school. Recognizing his talent, his
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Like other impressionist artists, he strives to capture a specific scene or moment, one in which the viewer can find beauty and stillness. parents hired private art instructor Jean Browne to begin teaching him at age ten. Jerry studied under her tutelage up until high school. An artist in her own right, she returned home to Ohio from Philadelphia to care for her ailing mother. Leaving behind her dream of becoming a serious artist, she lived vicariously through her students. Jerry remembered doing plein air paintings in one of Jean’s classes surrounded by adults. “There I was, 12 years old and painting alongside all these grownups,” he said. He gratefully acknowledged the support he received as a child. “If one’s environment nurtures the creative spirit, then that’s a huge help,” he said. When he wasn’t painting, Jerry was
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involved in his local 4-H Club, becoming the fourth generation of his family to join. He showed Suffolk sheep for his project and today his portraits of sheep are among his most popular works. One in particular, Princess Lulu is radiant with light shining through her pink ears and reflecting off her wool coat. She is all the more mysterious because her eyes are hidden beneath tufts of wool, leaving only a quizzical expression on her face. While some of his paintings are based on his farming past, he is also inspired by bucolic scenes of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Maine. Like other impressionist artists, he strives to capture a specific scene or moment, one in which the viewer can find beauty and stillness. His farmhouses, barns, farm animals and coastal scenes are nostalgic of a quieter time. “I’ve always liked architecture and history,” he said, “especially working farms.” He was first influenced by the New Hope Impressionists of Pennsylvania as well as the Old Lyme Art Colony in Lyme, Connecticut. In the early 1900s, the village of Lyme was the setting for one of the largest and most significant art colonies in America for impressionists. The boarding house of Florence Griswold was the gathering place for many artists such as Childe Hassam and Willard Metcalf. Now a museum, Jerry has been inspired by his visits there. After graduating high school, Jean told him he had to go to New York City if he was serious about becoming an artist. Heeding her advice, he attended the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, on a partial scholarship. Jerry studied there from 1974 to 1978 and received a BA in fine art. Trained in a traditional painting style, his realistic work was not well received or popular
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at that time. As a result, he was pushed into illustration as a way of earning a living and started his own freelance graphic design business. Jerry married in 1979 and he and his wife Nancy moved to Madison, New Jersey, and later Flemington. The couple, now divorced, have three daughters: Jessica, Marina and Andrea. For 24 years Flemington was home and while living there Jerry eventually made the switch from graphics to fine art. In 1992 he taught design and computer graphics at the duCret School of Art in Plainfield, New Jersey, the oldest art school in the state. He taught there intermittently for eight years and today remains on the school’s board of trustees. As a teacher, Jerry took groups of students to study art abroad and seeing great painters like Claude Monet and Camille Pissarro had a lasting influence on his work. In addition to the duCret School of Art, Jerry also taught for two semesters at University of the Arts in Philadelphia. In 1996 his mentor, Jean died. She had always wanted him to return to painting and left him her two easels, her paint box and brushes and a note that said, “It’s time.” She would no doubt be pleased with the outcome. Sitting in his Stockton, New Jersey studio in an old converted barn, the artist reflected on his almost 50 year career. He has exhibited in more than 50 juried exhibitions including The Philadelphia Sketch Club and The National Art Club of New York City along with more than 35 solo exhibitions. As the artist-in-residence for Hunterdon County Town and Country Living magazine, his paintings were featured exclusively on the covers.
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“I’ve come full circle,” he said, regarding his style. Looking around at his art he said, “I began by doing realistic works, then developed a looser, more impressionistic style. Now I’m back to doing tighter, more realistic work.” His paintings are known for their tonal and luminous quality and value plays an important role. Like the American tonalist painters of the 19th century, he emphasizes mood and atmosphere by using a predominant neutral color. In addition, his work is bathed in a tranquil light, characteristic of the luminist painters. Mostly using fine brushstrokes, his unique style often combines elements of luminism, realism and impressionism. Jerry works from sketches and studies done on sight but also relies on photos. His paintings are meticulously detailed and time consuming to create, involving many layers of colors. Because each layer must dry before applying the next, he often has five or six paintings going on at the same time. For the past 15 years, the artist has also spent summers painting and teaching workshops at his studio on Monhegan Island, Maine. Once a popular artists colony, the rugged seacoast is a source of inspiration for many of his paintings. His work is represented there by the Lupine Gallery as well as by other galleries in Maine, Massachusetts, Delaware and Pennsylvania. He recalled how he and other artists on the island will often analyze the colors in a sunset, comparing them to the names of oil paints like Thalo Red or Cadmium Orange. “When I paint sunsets I actually see a lot of green,” he said. Jerry’s palette is often subdued and he enjoys using neutral colors like gray. Another
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art instructor on Monhegan once asked him, “How do you paint all these different grays?” Jerry smiled and said, “I told him I see gray as other colors—cool and warm.” His nocturnes are evocative studies of light and dark. In Door Yard Snow the cool moonlight contrasts with the warm glow coming from the farmhouse, as does the dark night sky with the white snow. Jerry’s work is available for purchase as original paintings or giclee prints. “I want people to be able to enjoy my work at whatever level they can,” he said. “I’ve even had some galleries say they wouldn’t ever show my work because it’s reproduced.” Though he’s dabbled in other mediums like watercolor, pen and ink and colored pencils, oil painting remains his favorite. “I’d like to return to portraits and do more equestrian art,” he said.
Looking ahead to the future he mused, “It will be interesting to see where I’ll be in five years.” As an artist he realizes the need to keep growing and reinventing himself in order to reach new heights. In some ways, his work can be compared to the Wyeth family of Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. Both Jerry and N.C. Wyeth were illustrators, and the paintings of Andrew Wyeth and his son, Jamie, reflect a similar love of the land as Jerry’s. He pondered how and if it might be possible to take his art to a level such as theirs. “I give advice to my students all the time—who do I go to for advice?” he asked. Jerry Cable’s studio is now located at 24 Rister Street in the historic Prall House where he is the artist-in-residence. You can visit Jerry online at www.jerrycable fineart.com or call him at 908-788-8673. Hunterdon County Guide 2014
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HISTORIC TOWNS of
Hunterdon County Hunterdon County got officially incorporated on March 22, 1714, making it 300 years old ettlers in the late 1600s came here from the Netherlands, Germany, Scotland, England, Ireland, and other parts of New York and New Jersey. Hunterdon County, however, did not get officially incorporated until March 22, 1714. That means that this spring Hunterdon County will be 300 years old. At one time Hunterdon County was much larger and actually stretched from the New York state line to Burlington County. It was the largest county in New Jersey, yet even after its division into several counties, Hunterdon County and its small towns and rural farmland, has made numerous contributions to the history and culture of New Jersey and our nation. Hunterdon County is a county made up of picturesque small towns. The towns featured in this Guide to Hunterdon County’s 300th Anniversary do not exhaust the towns in Hunterdon County, but they give helpful information on the history and attractions of Hunterdon County.
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Hunterdon County’s only city, Lambertville, NJ, began as Coryell’s Ferry in 1732, then Lambert’s Ville in 1810 with its new post office, and finally Lambertville when incorporated in 1849. It is recorded that John Holcombe, the City’s first settler, came in 1705. Lambertville’s history is filled with interesting facts. Coryell’s Ferry operated for about 100 years between Lambertville and New Hope, PA. It played a pivotal role during the Revolutionary War. A wooden bridge was built between Lambertville and New Hope in 1814. It was destroyed by flood in 1841. The second bridge came in 1842, and was taken by flood in 1903. The sixspan Pratt truss New Hope-Lambertville Toll Supported Bridge that stands today was built in 1904. Thousands of pedestrians cross this bridge over the Delaware River annually. In 1830, the State of New Jersey began work on the Delaware & Raritan Canal. 1848 brought the discovery of California gold by James Wilson Marshall. His boyhood home, The Marshall House, is the home of the Lambertville Historical Society. The Belvidere Delaware Railroad came to Lambertville in 1851. The
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Top, the Lambertville Station, once a train station is now on the site of a the fine restaurant and inn by the same name. Bottom left, a look down picturesque Bridge Street. Right, a well-loved statue of an elk near the bridge to New Hope, Pennsylvania.
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Above, The Lambertville House Hotel, built in 1812 and now a boutique luxury hotel. Opposite, old and historic graves can be viewed in churchyard of First Presbyterian Church on Union Street.
Pennsylvania Railroad took over in 1871. The railroad brought opportunity, and factories made wheels, rubber, hair pins, even toilets. In 1937 the railroad was abandoned after many companies closed. Scattered throughout Lambertville are numerous historic sites. Mary Sheridan Park has the Civil War monument. There is the Holcombe House, its first section circa 1733. Washington stayed here July, 1777 and June, 1778, prior to battles of Germantown and Monmouth. Throughout Lambertville are signs marking the Road to Monmouth Battlefield. Washington and his army camped here in 1778 en route to the battle of Monmouth, NJ. Nearby the City is the Holcombe-Jimison Farmstead Museum, as well as Howell Living History Farm. Many of Lambertville’s present day businesses are historic sites. Lambertville Station Restaurant is located in the restored Lambertville train station. The Inn is a recent addition. Lambertville House, built in 1812 by Captain John Lambert as a stagecoach stop, is
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now a luxury hotel. Inn of the Hawke, built in the early 1860s as a riverfront home, is now an inn and restaurant. ambertville is home to several houses of worship. First Presbyterian Church of Lambertville was built in 1825. Revolutionary War Lieutenant George Coryell is buried in the cemetery. He also was pallbearer for General Washington. Also buried here is Sam Holcombe, one of Washington’s spies. Centenary United Methodist Church was dedicated in 1867. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church was built in 1891. St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church was dedicated in 1893. The City also is a haven for artists and the creative. Along with numerous artist studios and galleries, you will discover centers for the arts. Riverside Symphonia, a Delaware Valley community orchestra, is headquartered here. The group is known for their performances at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic
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Church. Canal Studio Theater is home to progressive Roxey Ballet. Newly formed Lambertville Music Hall is headquartered in the former First Baptist Church. From 1949 to 1971, stage and film stars performed in tented theaters at the Lambertville Music Circus. Foodies will enjoy the mix of cafes and restaurants in Lambertville. Every year, Lambertville and New Hope host Restaurant Week. For those who want fresh ingredients for at-home preparations, there is New Hope’s Rice’s Sale and Country Market. This 30-acre outdoor market has been open since 1860. If you love to collect antiques, there are shops galore. Three popular antique stops include Golden Nugget Antique & Flea Market, The Rago Arts and Auction Center, and The People’s Store Antiques and Design Center. For those who want to shop and enjoy the local architecture, specialty boutiques abound in Lambertville. And for the outdoor adven-
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turer, there is the Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park’s Towpath for bicycling, and the Delaware River for water sports. Year round, there are plenty of events to attend in Lambertville. Special events include the Winter Festival, Autumn House Tour, Summertime Friday Night Fireworks, and Shad Fest. Hunterdon County Guide 2014
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Above, the historic Doric House, built in 1845. Opposite, shops on Main Street.
Fleming’s Town was established when Samuel Fleming built his home in 1756. Flemington became the County Seat of Hunterdon County in 1785. Hunterdon County was established in the year 1714 when it separated from Burlington County. A majority of the Borough of Flemington is registered with the National Register of Historic Places. There are numerous historic sites visible when traveling throughout Flemington. The present Flemington Baptist Church was built in 1927. There is the 1864 Central Railroad Station. At one time, there were three railroad lines in Flemington. Flemington Free Public Library was founded in 1910. The Headquarters Library is located on Route 12 in Flemington. Flemington United Methodist Church was built in 1887. There is the 1845 Doric House, the home of the
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Above, The Hunterdon County Courthouse where the famous Lindbergh kidnapping trial took place. Right, Soldier’s Monument with statue of Union soldier was originally built to honor Civil War veterans but now is a monument to local veterans who fought in all wars.
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Hunterdon County Historical Society, which was founded in 1885. Perhaps the most famous site is the Hunterdon County Courthouse, built in 1828. The Lindbergh trial of 1935 was held here. Across the street is the Union Hotel, built in 1814. The jury and members of the press were stationed here. Efforts are currently underway to restore the Union Hotel. Down the street from the Union Hotel is the Flemington Children’s Choir School, founded in 1895. The Civil War monument, built in the late 1800s, is in the center of the Borough. Near the monument is 1883 Flemington Presbyterian Church. Off of Flemington’s Main Street you will find the Samuel Fleming House, previously called the Fleming Castle. Located near the outskirts of Flemington is the Reading Home. It was
built in 1760 for New Jersey Governor John Reading. Agriculture has always been a major part of Flemington’s history. The Flemington Fair was first held in 1840. In 1856 the Hunterdon County Agricultural Society bought over 40 acres for the Flemington Fair. Flemington Speedway, also located on the property, opened in 1915 and closed in 2002. The Hunterdon County 4-H and Agriculture Fair now is held at South County Park. The Old Egg Auction, located off of Main Street, was at one time the nation’s largest cooperative egg auction. It was in business from 1932 until the 1960s. Off of Route 12 is the historic Dvoor Farm. It is now headquarters for Hunterdon Land Trust, who holds a farmers’ market every Sunday from May through November. Hunterdon County Guide 2014
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Today, Flemington is known for being a tourist destination. Visitors enjoying buying at local boutiques, dining at fine restaurants, relaxing at cafes, and shopping at the extensive collection of stores at Liberty Village Premium Outlets. Main Street Manor, the local bed and breakfast, is ideal for a weekend stay. An itinerary might include a visit to miniature railroad museum Northlandz, a ride on the Black River & Western Railroad, afternoon tea at Teaberry’s Tea Room, a stop at Dutch Country Farmers Market, or recreational activities at Deer Path Park. There always are events taking place in Flemington. Among them are car shows, a street fair, Restaurant Week, parades for Halloween and Christmas, historic tours, Fourth of July fireworks, craft shows, and the Annual Turkey Trot.
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Ringoes Nestled in East Amwell Township you will discover the rural community of Ringoes, New Jersey. The oldest settlement in Hunterdon County, it was established when John Ringo constructed a log cabin in 1720. Ringoes is home to several historic sites and buildings featuring varied architectural styles. The Landis House, built in 1750 by Henry Landis, is where Marquis de Lafayette was tended to during the American Revolution. Ringo’s Tavern was owned by the Ringo family from 1738-1779. The Sons of Liberty met at the tavern in 1766. It was a local political center during the Revolution.
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Top, Prallsville Mills and Grainery which was built by John Prall, Jr. in late 1790s. Above left, the Stockton Inn built in 1710 and immortalized by song written by Rodgers and Hart, “There’s a Small Hotel.” Right, Lilly’s Meals restaurant. Opposite, the Scale House on the grounds of Prallsville Mills complex.
Located along the Delaware River you will discover Hunterdon County’s Borough of Stockton. Named Reading’s Ferry, then Howell’s Ferry, and Centre Bridge Station, the village became Stockton in 1851 when it opened its own post office. Stockton has a rich history. In the late 1790s, Revolutionary War veteran John Prall, Jr. built nine buildings, including a sawmill, grist mill, grain silo, and linseed oil mill. The property also had a quarry. Today it is known as the Prallsville Mills Complex, which is part of D & R Canal State Park. Across the
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street is the John Prall Jr. House. The Delaware River Mill Society preserves the site. Being near the Delaware, Stockton needed its own bridge. A covered six-span wooden toll bridge was built in 1814 between Stockton and Centre Bridge, PA. The Town truss bridge was destroyed by fire in 1923. This fire was captured in a painting by American Impressionist Edward Redfield. The current six-span Warren truss bridge opened in 1927. Along with the bridge fire, Stockton has endured a quarry explosion in 1888, floods in 1903, 1936, and 1955, and a town fire in 1905. 1832 brought the construction of the canal. The Belvidere Delaware Railroad came to Stockton in 1852. The Stockton Deli and Food Store is located in the historic railroad station. Down the road from the station is the oldest three-room schoolhouse in the state of New Jersey. Established in 1872, K-6 Stockton School is going to be incorporated with West Amwell and Lambertville pre-K-12 to form one school district. Along with education, Stockton’s residents value faith. Stockton Presbyterian Church has been open for worship since 1867. Stockton Wesleyan Church, formerly Berean Baptist Church, was dedi-
cated in 1861. The Stockton Methodist Episcopal Church, built in 1876, is now a Masonic Lodge. isitors love coming to Stockton for its shops and restaurants. One particular landmark, the Stockton Inn, dates back to 1710. It was a private residence, then a tavern, hotel, and finally an inn. In 1933, Rodgers and Hart wrote the song There A Small Hotel, inspired by the Inn. It was in the 1936 Broadway show, On Your Toes. During the 1940s, the Inn was frequented by writers and artists, including Helen Hayes, Moss Hart, George S. Kaufman, and Dorothy Parker. From the 1950s to 1970s, the Inn brought numerous celebrities, including Jackie Kennedy Onassis. Another popular foodie destination is Stockton Market, an indoor artisan marketplace featuring fresh merchandise from local farms. Like the 1940s, Stockton still is a draw for the creative. Art centers can be found in the center of the borough, as well as at Prallsville Mills Complex. Artsbridge, River Union Stage, The Opera Project, and The Delaware River Scenic Byway Fine Art
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Sergeantsville Located in the center of Delaware Township is the historic village of Sergeantsville. Established in 1827, the town is named after the Sergeant family of local business owners. Green Sergeant’s Covered Bridge, the last covered bridge in New Jersey, is located west of the village. It was built in 1872 with abutments dating to 1750. The bridge crosses the Wickecheoke Creek between Sergeantsville and Rosemont. From the early 1700s to 1900s what is now The Sergeantsville Inn was a residence, a grain and feed store, a grocery store, an ice cream parlor, and a pelt trading center. The restaurant opened in the early 1900s.
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Gallery are headquartered at Prallsville Mills. The Art Colony is located in the linseed oil mill. The Craft Gallery & Gift Shop is situated in the John Prall Jr. House. Concerts, art shows, antique shows, and environmental events, along with historic tours, all have been held at the Complex. Stockton also is for those in love with the outdoors. There is Bull’s Island Recreation
Area with 30 miles of trails. There is the Delaware River for water enthusiasts. Or there is the Delaware River Scenic Byway on Route 29, which offers views of the Delaware from Trenton to Frenchtown, perfect for cycling. And after a day of play, there the 1792 Woolverton Inn for the ultimate in relaxation. This romantic bed and breakfast is surrounded by 300 preserved acres.
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Above and opposite right, the Frenchtown Inn built in 1805 by Frenchtown founder Paul Henri Mallet-Prevost.
Located along the Delaware River is the Hunterdon County Borough of Frenchtown. Formed in 1867, Frenchtown gets its name from the early settlers who were French speaking. Frenchtown holds some historic gems. The Bridge Cafe is situated in Frenchtown Railroad’s former train depot. The Belvidere Delaware Railroad came to Frenchtown in 1853. The Frenchtown Inn, circa 1805, is one of Frenchtown’s original hotels. The National Hotel, established in 1850, was a stagecoach stop for such historical figures as Annie Oakley and Buffalo Bill Cody. The 1878 Widow McCrea House Bed & Breakfast is an Italianate style Victorian inn. Frenchtown’s town hall and library, built in the 1840s, was the original Presbyterian Church. In 1854, the second Frenchtown Presbyterian Church was built to accommodate a growing congregation. In 1861 the building of Frenchtown Baptist
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Above, Jasper & June, a giving boutique. Top right, The National Hotel, which was established in 1851 and was once a stage coach stop and was frequented by such notables as Buffalo Bill Cody and Annie Oakley. It is now a fine inn and restaurant. Bottom right, building containing the retailers, Alchemy Clothing and Left Bank Home.
Church was complete. Frenchtown United Methodist Church was built in 1844. The Delaware and Raritan Canal near Frenchtown was used during the American Revolution to move supplies to General George Washington’s troops. The Uhlerstown-Frenchtown Bridge stands where a six-span wooden covered bridge once was. The masonry substructure of the bridge, five piers and two abutments, are still standing and support the present bridge. Visitors enjoy coming to Frenchtown for its history, as well as its boutiques, restaurants, antique stores, art galleries, and
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cafes. There are special events held in the Borough, including the Bastille Day Fete, Second Saturdays, and Riverfest. The Frenchtown Farmers’ Market is open on Sundays from June through October. People come to Frenchtown also to enjoy the outdoors. Cycle Corner offers bike rentals for those who want to pedal through the Borough or along the Delaware River. Delaware River Tubing offers tubing, rafting, canoeing, and kayaking trips down the Delaware, complete with a barbecue lunch.
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Situated along the Delaware River is Hunterdon County’s Borough of Milford. First named Burnt Mills, then Millsford, then finally Milford, the Borough was incorporated in 1911 and registered in 1925. The Milford Mural, painted by Adrienne Crombie on the town post office wall, depicts a glimpse of life back in that year. Proudly called Milford on the Delaware by the community, Milford has a rich history. Milford served as a ferry crossing to and from Pennsylvania starting in 1760. Early in the 19th century, Milford was a stopover for logging crews on their way to Philadelphia. In 1842 the Upper Black Eddy-Milford Bridge was constructed. This covered bridge was destroyed by flood. The present bridge, which has a Warren truss, was built in 1933. In 1853, Milford was added as a stop on the Belvidere Delaware Railroad. Milford Station Bakery is currently located in the train depot. Next to the depot is the original gristmill built in 1799.
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With the railroad came opportunity. In 1907 the Riegel Paper Corporation was built. It was a major employer for Milford until its closing in 2003. But the people of Milford did not just work. The Milford Opera House, circa 1895, provided entertainment. It still stands on Carpenter Street. The present Riegel Ridge Community Center in Holland Township was constructed for workers and their families. Another historic Holland Township landmark is the Volendam Windmill. Although the museum is closed, it is worth taking a drive to see it. In 2009, the Milford Borough Historical Society was founded to preserve Milford’s local historic resources and educate the community about local history. Walking through Milford, one can see the original architecture. The Ship Inn, New Jersey’s first brewpub, is located in the 1860s
Victorian building known as The Town Tavern. Chestnut Hill on the Delaware, Milford’s Victorian bed and breakfast, was built in 1860. First United Church of Christ dates to 1827. The impressive Presbyterian Church of Milford, formed in 1832, stands proudly on Bridge Street. Down the road, Milford Oyster House is set in a lovely historic stone building. Milford has a selection of boutiques, antique stores, and restaurants. Local fresh produce can be had from such sources as Phillips Farms, Tassot Apiaries, and, June through September, the Holland Township Farmers’ Market. Bobolink Dairy and Bakehouse makes artisanal cheeses. Alba Vineyard & Winery, as well as Villa Milagro Vineyards, in nearby Finesville, offer wines to go with those cheeses. Hunterdon County Guide 2014
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Above, the Hunterdon Art Museum. Opposite, Clinton’s famous Red Mill that stands outside of the Red Mill Museum Village.
The picturesque Town of Clinton in Hunterdon County, New Jersey is situated on the South Branch of the Raritan River. Known as Hunt’s Mills in the late 1700s, the Town became Clinton when a post office was built in 1829 in honor of Governor DeWitt Clinton of New York. Historic sites abound in Clinton. The first regiment of Minute Men in the Colonies formed at the site of Bonnell’s Tavern in 1775. It was built in 1738. Built in 1759 by Johannes Cristofel Vought, the Christopher Vought House features Germanic construction. Vought was the active loyalist leader in his area during the Revolution. Clinton’s prominent historic site is The Red Mill Museum Village. This 10-acre landmark features the famous Red Mill, circa 1810, The Mulligan Quarry, general store, 1860 Bunker Hill Schoolhouse, a black-
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smith shop, replica of Revolutionary War General Daniel Morgan’s childhood log cabin, carriage sheds with farm equipment, and a herb garden with springhouse. Across the Raritan River from The Red Mill Museum Village is The Stone Mill. It was rebuilt after a fire in 1836 on the site of a mill that was claimed to have ground wheat for George Washington’s troops. It operated from 1836 to 1952, when it became the Hunterdon Art Museum. The Lowthorp Truss Bridge on Main Street, built in 1870, connects the two mills. The Lehigh Valley Railroad came to Clinton in 1881. Clinton’s Music Hall presented live touring groups from 1890 to 1904 to an audience of up to 300. The Clinton Fire Department dates to 1892 when the Clinton Steam Engine Company No. 1 was established. Clinton features several houses of worship. The present Clinton Presbyterian Church was built after a fire in 1845. In front of the church is a memorial to General George W. Taylor, Hunterdon County’s only Civil War general. Clinton United Methodist Church was built in 1839. The Clinton Baptist Church, now Evangel Chapel Clinton, was dedicated in 1872. Specialty shops, art galleries, antique stores, cafes, restaurants, a bakery, even a bookstore, are scattered throughout the Town of Clinton. There is the Riverside Victorian Bed & Breakfast, which was built in 1882. The Clinton House, established in 1743, offers a premier Hunterdon County dining experience. The Clinton Farmers’ Market, held May through October, features goods from local farms for fresh athome cooking.
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The Town of Clinton has much in store for visitors. Walking through Clinton, there are rows of Victorian homes to take in. By the mills, you can kayak, fish, or watch the ducks. Recreational activities also can be enjoyed at Spruce Run Recreation Area, as well as Round Valley Recreation Area. Both are just a short drive from Clinton. Year round, the Clinton Guild presents special events. Dickens Days, for instance, includes horse and carriage riders, carolers, Father Christmas, street musicians, tree lighting, and a Christmas parade. The Red Mill Museum Village also hosts a packed calendar, including Revolutionary War Days, Festival of Trees, Haunted Mill, Summer Concert Series, British Car Day, Civil War Days, and the Blacksmith Hammer-In.
Opposite, J J Scoops, an old fashioned ice cream parlor, is a fun spot to go on a hot summer day. Above, a stately Clinton home and the studio of Bridgett Thompson, photographer.
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WELCOME TO HISTORIC CLINTON, NJ Clinton is nestled in the hills of Hunterdon County, New Jersey. It is the quintessential American small downtown that has brought movie producers and visitors here for years. A charming historic shopping area, cherry tree lined streets and a river meandering through it makes Clinton a picture perfect hamlet. Here are some of the unique shops, restaurants and businesses you'll find in Clinton Bill Healy Designs 14 Main Street, Clinton, NJ 08809 908.894.5400 • billhealydesigns.com
Eloquence 18 Main Street, Clinton, NJ 08809 908.735.2100 • eloquenceinclinton.com
Bridgett Thompson Photography 12 Lower Center Street, Clinton, NJ 08809 908.759.0622 • bridgetthompsonphotography.com
Encore Music Studios 6 E. Main Str, suite 7 & 8, Clinton, NJ 08809 908.238.3303 • encorestudio.biz
Century Link 160 Center Street, Clinton, NJ 08809 908.735.3358 • Centurylink.com
Just Chill Frozen Yogurt Cafe 47 Main Street, Clinton, NJ 08809 908.963.3491 • justchillfroyo.com
Christieʼs Artisan Bread & Pastry Shop 6 E. Main street, Suite 7 & 8,Clinton, NJ 08809 908.735.0402 • christiesbakeshop.com
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Cross Country Mortgage 42 Main Street, Suite 8, Clinton, NJ 08809 908.894.5604 • mymortgagefinance.com
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Annandale Located within Clinton Township is the village of Annandale. Covering 12 blocks and 150 buildings, Annandale grew out of a railroad hub named Clinton Station formed in 1852 by the Central Railroad of New Jersey. It is now a station on NJ Transit’s Raritan Valley Line. The only church in the village, Annandale Reformed Church, was established in 1866. Beaver Avenue, the main road in Annandale, was part of the New Jersey Turnpike, which ran from New Brunswick, New Jersey to Easton, Pennsylvania. Jones Tavern on Beaver Avenue was established in 1760 by Captain Thomas Jones. During the American Revolution, it was one of the recruiting stations for the militia of Hunterdon County.
Company (TISCO). George and Martha Washington and Aaron Burr were among the visitors to the house.
Califon Califon is a borough in Hunterdon County’s horse farm country. The Victorian town was originally named California after enthusiasm with the Gold Rush. The town’s name was shortened to Califon. Califon officially formed in 1918. It was a stop on the Central Railroad of New Jersey from 1875 until 1976. There are 170 structures in Califon registered with the National Register of Historic Places, including the original schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, tannery, and The Station at Califon, the 1875 rail station and headquarters for the Califon Historical Society.
Pittstown High Bridge Close to the Town of Clinton you will find the Borough of High Bridge. This Hunterdon County borough, located near the Raritan River’s South Branch, was established in 1898. High Bridge got its name from a high bridge built by the New Jersey Central Railroad. High Bridge is now a stop on New Jersey Transit’s Raritan Valley Line. There are many historical places in High Bridge. One such site preserved by Union Forge Heritage Association is the 1710 Solitude House Museum adjacent to Lake Solitude. It was the homestead for five generations of company presidents for Taylor Iron and Steel
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The village of Pittstown is found in Franklin Township, as well as portions of Alexandria and Union Townships in Hunterdon County. Founded in the 1740s as Hoff ’s Mills, it was changed to Pitts Town in the 1760s. During the American Revolution, Pittstown was the center of activities due to Moore Furman, Deputy Quartermaster General of New Jersey for the Revolutionary Army. He was responsible for supplying the troops with supplies throughout the state. Pittstown was an important rural hub from the mid 1800s to early 1900s for railroad transport and agriculture. The Pittstown Inn has been vital to the village since the 1790’s.
This church building built in 1865 is now Julian Gage Home Collection that sells European and Asian fine antiques, reproductions. Hunterdon County Guide 2014
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Above, the 300-year-old Zion Lutheran Church, which held its first service on August 1, 1714.
Joining Fairmount, Pottersville, Mountainville, and Cokesbury in Tewksbury Township is Oldwick. Originally called New Germantown in 1754, the community was renamed Oldwick after World War I. Oldwick contains its share of historic sites. For nearly 300 years, Zion Lutheran Church has been spreading the Word. It is New Jerseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest Lutheran congregation. The community has a blend of architectural styles preserved by historic ordinances. In fact, the Township has its own group, the Tewksbury Historical Society. The Taylorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mill Historic District features grist mill ruins, circa 1760, from John Taylor. The mill supplied flour to American troops during the Revolutionary War and continued to operate into the early 20th century. Along with the ruins, the area includes a millrace continued on page 67
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Above, Oldwick General Store dates back to the American Revolution. It helps give Oldwick its nostalgic small town appearance. It is a place where many locals eat breakfast and lunch. Left, is the Tewksbury Inn, which dates back to 1788 and is known for its fine cuisine.
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Above, the stately building of Rockaway Reformed Church, constructed in 1898.
Located in Hunterdon County’s Readington Township is Whitehouse Station. The community was created in 1847 when the Central Railroad of New Jersey created a train station a mile down the road from Whitehouse. Whitehouse Station features some interesting historic sites. The 1892 Readington Train Station was a former train depot. It now serves as the headquarters for the Readington Township Library. The train line is still used by New Jersey Transit. Whitehouse Station is a stop on the Raritan Valley Line. D.A.R. Memorial Park Cemetery, Old Whitehouse Chapter, Readington Township, contains the graves of Revolutionary War soldiers. One of the soldiers buried there is Abraham Van Horne, forage master for the American Army. His father’s inn with white walls brought the name “White
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Top, the old Whitehouse Train Station is now the Reddington Township Library. Bottom left, The Rail at Readington was built in 1845 as the Union Hotel when Central Railroad of New Jersey came to Readington.
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Whitehouse Station House” to the area. Readington Township features several museums: BoumanStickney Farmstead, the Eversole-Hall House, Cold Brook School, and Taylor’s Mill. Whitehouse Station’s Rockaway Reformed Church was constructed in 1898. Our Lady of Lourdes, the Roman Catholic parish in Whitehouse Station, was built in 1923. The historic streets of Whitehouse Station are dotted with shops and restaurants. Whitehouse Station has its own general store, and for visitors, the Holly Thorn House Bed & Breakfast. A drive along the back roads of Whitehouse Station reveals beautiful horse farms and nearby
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Readington River Buffalo Farm. Whitehouse Station’s Solberg Airport is the location for the Annual Quick Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning. It is the largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America. A drive out to Route 22 brings one of many New Jersey diners, Readington Diner. There also is The Ryland Inn. Recently reopened, the historic restaurant had been vacant since 2007. The former stagecoach stop is known for entertaining U.S. presidents and dignitaries. Also along Route 22 is the world headquarters for healthcare giant Merck.
Oldwick and miller’s house. The Tewksbury Inn in Oldwick dates to 1788. The original section Oldwick General Store dates back to the American Revolution. The community of Oldwick serves several causes. The Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuary is an environmental education center. Its Roving Nature Center events include day camps, scouting programs, and seasonal special events. Oldwick Community Players, the local theater group since 1979, presents concerts, plays, and musicals. The Magic Shop in Oldwick is operated for the benefit of the Bonnie Brae. And the non-profit charitable organization Mane Stream offers equine therapy for those with special needs.
Along with its horse farm country, visitors to Oldwick will discover shops and farm markets. There is Melick’s Oldwick Farm Market as you enter Oldwick. In the center of Oldwick is Melick’s Cider Mill & Orchards. On the property is a 150-yearold barn and 50 acres of orchards. Families can enjoy pick-your-own apples, hayrides, pumpkins, and the cider press in September and October. Those who have called Tewksbury Township their home include Comedian Joe Piscopo, Governor Christie Todd Whitman, Actor John Amos, and Actor James Gandolfini.
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HUNTERDON’S TIMELESS BEAUTY Hunterdon Museum of Art and the red canoes in Clinton, NJ
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Pat Abbott is a self-taught photographer who lives in Washington, New Jersey. She enjoys photographing children, wildlife, old barns and mills, and historic sites. Abbott enhances her images using Photoshop and other software, adding textures, filter effects, and by painting on the photos. She enjoys the dimension and moods created by using these techniques. Abbott’s work has been on display at Bound Brook’s Hamilton Street Gallery, Stockton’s Prallsville Mills, the Washington Art Walk, and the Tinicum Arts Festival Art Barn in Erwinna, PA. In 2009, her photograph “Toucan on Black” was on display at Smithsonian’s Castle Museum. You can brouse Abbott’s galleries and purchase prints online at Fine Art America (http://pat-abbott.artiswebsites.com): Red Bubble(www.redbubble.com/people/ramona112); and BetterPhoto (http:/www.betterphoto.com. Abbott’s email address is TwinSoul77@yahoo.com
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LAMBERTVILLE STATION RESTAURANT & INN
By Mary Beth Schwartz
ocated along the Delaware River is the historic 19th-century landmark Lambertville Station Restaurant & Inn. For over 30 years, the Lambertville restaurant has been offering flavorful Contemporary American cuisine to regulars and new customers alike. The Lambertville Station Restaurant offers visitors dining options with personalized service 365 days a year, holidays included. From March through November, enjoy outside dining at Canal Side. There is the Canal Side Bar for a cocktail along the scenic Delaware & Raritan Canal. If you look by the Canal you will find extensive herb gardens grown by the restaurant’s chefs. The Wine Cellar, located on the lower level of Lambertville Station Restaurant, evokes a feel of an Old World Tuscany wine cellar with its arches, stone walls, and beam work. Guests can enjoy fine wine and tapas—meats and cheeses, flatbreads, and bite-size creations, such as Seafood Trio, Baked Brie, Hummus Platter, Smoked Salmon Bruschetta, and Tapas Surf and Turf, by the fireplace. For lunch and dinner, many guests enjoy the glass-enclosed platform area or the Victorian lounge with its vaulted ceiling.
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January through March, diners can order from the Wild Game Schedule for lunch or dinner. Every week two wild game selections are offered, including kangaroo, alligator, bison, ostrich and rabbit. The lunch menu includes Lobster and Crab Bisque, a choice
of hearty salads, sandwiches served with seasoned homemade chips, and entrees—Crab Cakes, Mom’s Meatloaf, and Seafood Crepe—to name a few. On Sundays, Lambertville Station Restaurant hosts its famous brunch. Selections include Snapper Soup, Classic Eggs Benedict, Lobster and Crab Salad, Lox and Bagel, Duck Pot Pie, Fried Oysters, burgers, wraps, and sandwiches. The dinner menu has a choice of soups, small plates, salads, and entrees such as Filet Mignon topped with garlic-herb butter, served
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MILFORD OYSTER HOUSE ince 1997 the Milford Oyster House, a New American style restaurant has been owned by Amy Coss and her brother, Chef Ed Coss. A graduate of The Culinary Institute of America, Chef Ed has worked for several prestigious restaurants, including The Ryland Inn. In 2005, Chef Ed moved the restaurant from Bridge Street to a nearby historic stone mill on Water Street, circa 1820. “We care about what you eat. Our fruit comes from Phillips Farms. We use all fresh seafood in season from the Jersey Shore. It is all wild caught seafood. We have a dedicated New Jersey seafood purveyor. Our cheese and beef come from Bobolink Dairy. Twin Bulls Farm supplies most of our eggs and seasonal produce. Homestead Coffee Roasters supplies our coffee. Our wine list features local vineyards Villa Milagro, Alba Vineyard, and Sand Castle Winery. And Chef Ed grows some of his own produce. Everything is fresh and we are able to follow the distribution back to its original source, local when possible, ” says Amy Coss. Celebrating 17 years in June of this year, Milford Oyster House has customers who keep coming back. In fact, they have had the same friendly staff for the same number of years. One element for their loyal customers is the atmosphere. “The dining room features exposed stonewalls and a gas fireplace. Pierced tin Colonial lanterns cast patterns on the ceiling. The decor is crisp in blue and
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white. Tables are set with white linen tablecloths and napkins,” Coss says. For those who want casual dining, there is the tavern. “The less formal tavern area, with dark green decor, features winged chairs and tables for those who do not want to sit at the bar,” Coss says.
There are different menus to choose from at Milford Oyster House. With the House Menu, specialties include homemade ravioli or a dozen steamed clams for an appetizer. The house salad is a mixture of greens and garden veggies topped with creamy tarragon dressing. For an entree, there is Oyster House Shellfish Stew with clams, mussels, shrimp, and scallops, or Shrimp & Scallop Scampi served over roasted garlic polenta. “A dozen or more specials are offered each day, depending on what is freshest in the market. Some specials we have served include Crab Norfolk, Prince Edward Island Mussels,
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LAMBERTVILLE STATION with grilled asparagus spears and roasted garlic Yukon Gold mashed potatoes; Crab Cakes with saffron rice and seasonal vegetables; and Roasted Rack of New Zealand Lamb—an oven-roasted signature dish complete with almond-mint pesto and roasted garlic Yukon Gold mashed potatoes. Vegetarian and gluten-free dishes also are available for lunch or dinner. Most desserts are made in house, including the popular ice cream truffle. For those with a larger party, the Lambertville Station Restaurant has rooms on the third floor. In spring of 2014 the Riverside Ballroom expansion to the Inn is scheduled to be complete. The project includes enhancements to the Ballroom, the addition of a ceremony venue, an outdoor riverside prefunction space, and a grand suite. The expanded facility will be able to accommodate special events of up to 220 guests. For those who want to relax at the Inn, there are 45 recently redecorated rooms, including eight elegant suites. Inn guests receive such comforts as complimentary Continental breakfast, turndown service, room service, and the perfect view of the Delaware River. Lambertville Station Restaurant & Inn, 11 Bridge Street, Lambertville, NJ. Call 609397-8300 for Restaurant; 609-397-4400 for Inn. Parking near entrance. Open for lunch, dinner, Sunday Brunch. Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Takeout available. BYO. Prix fixe available. Accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express. Visit them on Facebook or www.lambertvillestation.com.
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OYSTER HOUSE Steak au Poivre, Grilled Sushi Grade Tuna, and Cashew Crusted Tilefish. Our seafood is simply prepared. Seafood has a delicate taste, and in order for it to shine through, it needs to be treated gently,” Coss says. The Oyster Menu has an impressive list of oysters. Every night, Milford Oyster House offers three to five varieties of fresh, raw oysters on the half shell. The Tavern Menu has wings, kebobs, homemade pizzas, pasta dishes, sandwiches, and burgers. All desserts are made from scratch by inhouse pastry chef Michael McGovern. “The dessert menu changes. We have seasonal specialties. Our Chocolate Decadence, which is a flourless chocolate cake with chocolate raspberry ganache filling, is very popular,” Coss says. Milford Oyster House also offers full liquor service. There is an extensive list of white wines, red wines, champagnes, and sparking wines. There are over 10 beers on tap, including local microbrews. Milford Oyster House, 92 Route 519 (Water Street), Milford, NJ. Call 908-9959411 for reservations. Parking near entrance. Closed Tuesday. Open for dinner: Wed., Thurs., Sun., and Mon. 5 to 9 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. 5 to 10 p.m. Closed Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Closed for vacation last week of August and first week of September. Takeout available. Non-smoking. Accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express. Visit them on Facebook or www.milfordoysterhouse.com.
FINNAGEL’S
A Cozy Restaurant with an Irish Style Pub in Clinton Serving Clinton for 22 years
Fine Food & Spirits • Steaks • Ribs • Seafood 1531 Highway 31 South • Clinton, NJ 908-735-0300 • www.finnagels.com Open Mon. - Sat. 11: 30am, Sun. 12 pm
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