Historic Places in South Jersey

Historic Places in South Jersey - Places to Go and Things to Do

A discussion of things to do and places to go, with the purpose
of sharing, and encouraging exploration of South Jersey.

Sunday, August 13, 2017

What's Happening in the Pines

Just came home from a delightful day at the Pinelands Preservation Alliance (located at the Bishop Farmstead - but you can look them up on the web under PPA) Dulcimer Concert and book signing.  The book being featured was NEW JERSEY FOLK REVIVAL MUSIC HISTORY AND TRADITION, Michael Gabriele.  He offered many interesting details about the history of folk music in NJ including the stay of Woody Guthrie in East Orange, NJ and visits there by many influential folk music figures who came to visit Guthrie!

The Dulcimer concert, in the breezy shade of a gorgeous Sycamore tree, was lovely!  Refreshments were served and we were able to  purchase books by the author including his previous book on New Jersey Diners!

While having lunch at the Red Lion Diner, I picked up a copy of the Pines Barrens Tribune Aug 12-18 edition.  Page 11 featured a dozen events, but I chose two to mention here because they were of interest to me:

1.  Albert Horner is a brilliant photography artist.  I have seen his work before and own a book and cd featuring his beautiful photographs of the pinelands.  So many of his photos manage to capture the elusive magic and mystical spirit of the woods.  Riverfront Renaissance Center will showcase "Pinelands Mystery and Magic" 27 luminous landscapes by Albert Horner, from August 18 (opening reception from 6 to 9 p.m.)  to Sept. 10.  Riverside Renaissance Center is located at 22 N. High Street, Millville, and is open 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.  Call 856- 327-4500 for more information. Visit www.rrcards.com.

The Amish Market of the Columbus Flea Market has opened a new venue at 2611 Route 206, Eastampton Twp. which is 3 miles down the road from the Columbus Market.  There will be a Grand Opening and Harvest Festival on Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. there will be food, crafts and live demonstrations.  For more information if you need any,  call 609-265-0298.  Or pick up a copy of the Tribune at a local shop!

Also, you can buy a copy of New Jersey Folk Revival Musci History and Tradition by Michael Gabriele (who works as a jouralst as well as an author) from amazon.com.

Happy Trails neighbors!
Jo Ann


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