Winterfest Sidewalk Sale/Live Music: What's Happening In SJ?

Here's a look at some upcoming events this weekend, courtesy our friends at Visit South Jersey.

Winter Wine Weekend

January 20 & 21 | 12 PM - 5 PM, Bellview Winery, Landisville.

Bellview Winery is hosting their annual Winter Wine Weekend with new wine releases, special platters, an acoustic guitarist, and a toasty bonfire to get rid of that winter chill! Beat cabin fever and join in for wine and fun with friends! Admission is free and wine tastings include a souvenir wine glass. For more information, visit http://www.bellviewwinery.com/

Winter Restaurant Week

January 18 - January 28 | All Day, The Melting Pot, Maple Shade.

Mark your calendars for a winter-edition of The Melting Pot's exclusive restaurant week! Enjoy a fabulously warm and comforting four-course fondue menu for $35 per person that includes creamy cheese fondue, gourmet salad topped with homemade dressings, fondue entrees cooked table side, and decadent chocolate fondue. For more information, visit https://www.meltingpot.com/maple-shade-nj/melting-pot-events.aspx

WinterFest

January 19, 20, & 21 | 12 PM - 10 PM, Cooper River Park, Pennsauken Township.

Cooper River Park has once again transformed into a winter wonderland with tasty treats and ice skating family fun! WinterFest is the perfect place to spend your holiday nights skating with friends and family. While you're there, make sure you visit The Lodge and Winter Forest. You can even take an ice skating lesson! WinterFest is open every day until February 14. For more information, visit www.camdencounty.com/service/parks/winterfest-ice-skating-cooper-river/

Haddonfield Winterfest Sidewalk Sale

January 18, 19, 20, & 21 | All Day, Downtown Haddonfield.

Shop great specials and deals during Haddonfield's 8th Annual Winterfest Sidewalk Sale! The sale will be held both in-store and outdoors making it a true sidewalk sale event. Heating up Haddonfield's fine shops and boutiques will be exciting discounts throughout the beautiful downtown and charming side streets. Times for the sale vary by store hours. For more information, visit https://downtownhaddonfield.com/

Live Music with Sara James

Friday, January 19 | 5 PM - 8 PM, White Horse Winery, Hammonton.

Start your weekend off right at White Horse Winery and listen to live music from Sara James! White Horse Winery's live music performances are held in their spacious tasting room or on their outdoor patio depending upon the weather. Enjoy delicious wine tastings and try one of their tasty cheese and meat board options. Admission is free. For more information, visit https://www.whitehorsewinery.com/

Live Music Weekends at Iron Plow

Friday, January 19 | 6 PM - 10 PM, Iron Plow Vineyards, Columbus.

Another week has ended and it's time to sit back and relax with some wine and live music! The Iron Plow stage is set for local singer-songwriters to swoon you while you enjoy a wine flight, wine by the glass or bottle, and an artisan cheese and charcuterie menu. Tonight's performance is from John and Maggs. No cover charge. For more information, visit http://www.ironplowvineyards.com/news

4th Annual Cake Off

January 20 & 21 | 11 AM - 3 PM, Valenzano Winery, Shamong.

For the fourth year in a row, Valenzano Winery is turning up the ovens and prepping the icing bags for a day of warm, sweet baked goods! Cake Off 2018 will offer a variety of familiar favorites that hit the spot and bind to the wine just right, as well as a few new recipes! Gather around for a sip and a nip and prepare to indulge in a perfect symphony of beautiful baked goodness. For more information, visit https://valenzanowine.com/

Hearth Cooking Class

Saturday, January 20 | 12 PM - 4 PM, Red Bank Battlefield, National Park.

Take a hearth cooking class in the Whitall House at Red Bank Battlefield Park! In this hands-on class, participants will learn about 18th century food preparation and prepare a traditional colonial meal! The class is $30 and limited seats are available so register early! For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1582632951781555/

Mind, Body, & Spirit Event

Saturday, January 20 | 12 PM - 5 PM, Courtyard by Marriot, Deptford.

Start the New Year by taking care of your mind, body, and spirit! Shop from vendors who will help you holistically by using gemstones, crystals, essential oils, and more! Get a massage with incredible therapists and even get a reading from one or all of the gifted psychics. You must register online for this free event. For more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mind-body-spirit-at-courtyard-by-marriott-deptford-tickets-41309109659

Wine Hot Chocolate Weekend

January 20 & 21 | 12 PM - 6 PM, Sharrott Winery, Hammonton.

Sharrott Winery's Wine Hot Chocolate Weekend is back by popular demand! Grab your friends for a standard wine tasting and finish it off with some red wine mixed with rich hot chocolate. Wine tastings are $8 per person and includes a souvenir glass. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1528469640601826/

Specialty Cocktails, Wine, Martinis, & Tapas

Saturday, January 20 | 1 PM - 5 PM, Tomasello Winery, Hammonton.

You're invited to stop by the Palmaris Room at Tomasello Winery to try the Almond Joy Martini and other specialty cocktails, which will be available for purchase along with beer, wine, light fare, and tapas. Bring your friends and family for a relaxing Saturday afternoon happy hour! For more information, visit http://www.tomasellowinery.com/

Comedy Uncorked: Wine Paired Dinner & Show

Saturday, January 20 | 6 PM - 9 PM, Willow Creek Winery, Cape May.

Join Willow Creek Winery for their must attend event, Comedy Uncorked! Guests can enjoy a three-course, wine-paired dinner and comedy show starring a hilarious group of New York comedians. Tickets must be purchased in advanced. For more information, visit http://willowcreekwinerycapemay.com/

LIVE! From the Vineyard Stage

Saturday, January 20 | 7 PM - 9 PM, Auburn Road Vineyards, Pilesgrove.

LIVE! From the Vineyard Stage on Saturday Nights. The Encoteca has become the premier live music and performance venue in South Jersey and was voted as one of South Jersey's top places to catch live music on a Saturday night by NJ.com! In addition to Auburn Road's partnership with their friends at Woodstown Music, Auburn Road is bringing you amazing performers and performances from all around the area, as well as, outside the region. This week's performance is from Kelly, Joanna, and Adam. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/268497663677669/

Polar Bear Plunge

Sunday, January 21 | 11 AM - 1 PM, Liberty Lake, Bordentown.

Test your tolerance for icy waters as the Liberty Lake Foundation hosts their second annual Polar Bear Plunge! This event will raise funds to pay for activities and resources for area youths, as well an annual "campership" program, which subsidizes camp tuition at camps for those who otherwise wouldn't be able to attend. For those who are less hardy, but still want to help the cause, there is also a "Chicken Dip," in which participants can run into the lake up to their ankles. For more information, visit http://libertylakefoundation.org/home/

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