Colonial Drinking Songs and Toasts

Published on June 18, 2026

Historical entertainers Anne and Ridley Enslow in colonial dress inside a colonial home or tavern, sharing a toast.

Join us at the Library for our next program celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. On Tuesday, June 30th, from 7:00 - 8:00pm in the back of our Readers Services area, Anne and Ridley Enslow present a rousing concert of colonial drinking songs. There will be plenty of toasts and entertaining tales. Learn about the role of rum in the American Revolution, the origins of our national anthem’s melody, the Battle of the Kegs (a real event!), and enjoy witticisms from Ben Franklin. There’s even a toast or two to King George III (feel free to boo). “Raise a glass to freedom” and join us in singing to the tune of revolution!

No registration required; however, seating is first-come, first-seated.

Please visit Celebrating 250 Years of Revolutionary History in Morris County to find more events in Morris County celebrating the United States semiquincentennial.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the library either by phone at either (973) 285-6933 or (973) 285-6934, or by email at amizera@co.morris.nj.us

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