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New FRANKENSTEIN musical movie – streaming on-demand – any day, any time
Frankenstein, based on Mary Shelley's novel, is a sweeping romantic musical about the human need for love and companionship, written by New Jersey composer/playwright Eric B. Sirota. On-stage it played Off-Broadway for 3 years prior to the pandemic. It was recently re-staged for the screen in what is an exciting new hybrid be tween a...
Save Ellis Island – Hard Hat Tour
Closed for over 60 years, the historic Ellis Island Hospital Complex is now open for guided tours. The 90-minute tour takes you through select buildings and grounds of the hospital.
NY Waterway’s Fall Foliage Tours
NY Waterway's "Shades of Autumn" cruises celebrate the arrival of the fall season with fun and enjoyment for cruise goers of all ages. The non-stop Shades of Autumn is offered as a two-hour and a four hour tour, offering views of the exquisite Fall foliage along the Hudson River that has inspired writers and artists...
Gruesome Playground Injuries- A Play by Rajiv Joseph
"Gruesome Playground Injuries" is a fast-paced, intense, and darkly comic play by Rajiv Joseph. It tells the story of Kayleen and Doug, two friends whose lives are intertwined through a series of injuries that bring them together. Spanning ages 8 to 38, the play follows their relationship as they navigate life's challenges, sometimes leaning on...
5 events,
Echoes From Ellis Island: Tales from the Ward
Echoes From Ellis Island: Tales from the Ward
Join us for a special 45-minute guided tour to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the reopening of the south side. For 60 years, Ellis Island's South Side lay abandoned and forbidden. But on October 1, 2014, Save Ellis Island reopened the historic hospital complex to the public with the launch of our Hard Hat Tours....
5 events,
Halloween Family Bash
Halloween Family Bash
Halloween Family Bash A ghoulishly good time in historic downtown Jersey City on Halloween! Enjoy games, a corn maze, face-painting, pumpkins, a bouncy house, candy and MORE! NEW! Terror Tavern for adult fun at the Left Bank Burger Bar, 194 Newark Avenue, Jersey City.
4 events,
Songs of Us | November 8th & 9th at 8pm
Songs of Us | November 8th & 9th at 8pm
Nimbus Dance performs to the music of Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, Nina Simone, Nancy Wilson, Caroline Shaw and more, in Fall Season at the Nimbus Arts Center. Celebrating our 20th Anniversary Season, Nimbus Dance presents an intimate evening of dance and music that highlights the breadth and beauty of human connection, with Special Guests: Terpsichore...
4 events,
Songs of Us | November 8th & 9th at 8pm
Songs of Us | November 8th & 9th at 8pm
Nimbus Dance performs to the music of Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, Nina Simone, Nancy Wilson, Caroline Shaw and more, in Fall Season at the Nimbus Arts Center. Celebrating our 20th Anniversary Season, Nimbus Dance presents an intimate evening of dance and music that highlights the breadth and beauty of human connection, with Special Guests: Terpsichore...
4 events,
Book Launch for Dr. Duroy
Book Launch for Dr. Duroy
The Museum is immensely proud to host a book launch event for Dr. Edwin Duroy! We warmly invite our community to join us for this special event. 🗓️: Sunday, November 10th 🕓: 4pm 📍: Hoboken Historical Museum Dr. Edwin Duroy was born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, and moved to Hoboken as a child. Living there...
3 events,
East Coast Greenway Presentation
East Coast Greenway Presentation
Join us at the Bayonne Public Library on Tuesday, November 12th at 7 pm in the Gallery for a very special presentation about the East Coast Greenway! This presentation is brought to you by the Bayonne Historical Society and The Embankment Coalition. Maureen Crowley and Stephen Gucciardo, board members of the Embankment Preservation Coalition, will...
3 events,
“A Night on the Hudson” Gala Fundraiser
“A Night on the Hudson” Gala Fundraiser
Join us for “A NIGHT ON THE HUDSON” – United Children's Music Project's cocktail fundraising event – on Wed., Nov. 13th at 7 pm at Weehawken’s Chart House (1700 Harbor Boulevard) during an evening of live music overlooking Manhattan’s glittering skyline! Savor delicious hors d'oeuvres and drinks as we honor the Turrell Fund, our Cornerstone...
3 events,
Speranza Theatre Company presents Mary and Eleanor
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago is poised to shape the future of American history — but this isn’t 2024, it’s 1932. In the shadows of the political frenzy, the first Democratic woman elected to Congress, Jersey City’s Mary T. Norton, seizes a rare moment to share her bold vision for the nation and the...
4 events,
Dueling Sinatras Museum Gala
Dueling Sinatras Museum Gala
You're invited to the Hoboken Historical Museum's annual Gala, the Dueling Sinatras Museum Gala! On Saturday, November 16th, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM, join us at the Bissinger Room in the Howe Center at Stevens Institute of Technology for an evening of entertainment, community, and support for a great cause. This year's event promises to be unforgettable, featuring...
4 events,
Casa Colombo Italian Christmas Market
Casa Colombo Italian Christmas Market
Step into the warmth of an Italian holiday tradition at our Italian Christmas Market on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm at IECC/Casa Colombo, 380 Monmouth Street, Jersey City, NJ Shop artisanal treasures and specialty products from Italy, including handmade crafts, Italian gourmet foods, authentic holiday treats, and beautiful keepsakes. Stop by for travel tips and ideas for...
4 events,
Meet Author Adriana Erin Rivera Celebrating Puerto Rican Heritage Month
Meet Author Adriana Erin Rivera Celebrating Puerto Rican Heritage Month
Celebrate Puerto Rican Heritage Month! Join us for a special event with author Adriana Erin Rivera as she reads and presents from her children's historical fiction book, Paloma's Song for Puerto Rico. Light refreshments will be served.
4 events,
An Evening to Remember: Halifax Hosts James Beard Foundation Dinner
An Evening to Remember: Halifax Hosts James Beard Foundation Dinner
Halifax in Hoboken continues its celebrated year with An Evening to Remember. In collaboration with the James Beard Foundation and Flowers Winery, Chef Seadon Shouse will host an exclusive, four-course coastal-inspired wine dinner on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Priced at $150 per person, the event promises an exquisite culinary experience, pairing Chef Shouse’s signature coastal...
5 events,
The Big Small Show 2024 Reception Weekend
The Big Small Show 2024 Reception Weekend
TAKE HOME A WORK OF ART! The Big Small Show is the perfect opportunity to collect an artwork by an area artist for your own collection or to give as a gift! Now in its ninth year at Drawing Rooms, The Big Small Show will include multiple pieces by each artist in our expanded gallery...
Night To Unwind
Night To Unwind
Back by popular demand, the JCFPL Bookmobile presents an unforgettable night of music and fun! Get ready to sing, dance, and unwind with performances by: Joe Bataan (American Latin Soul singer, songwriter and musician best known as the "King of Latin Soul" Soul Generation ft. Cliff Perkins (R&B) Prime (R&B) Parking available across from Miller...
4 events,
Hoboken’s Annual Turkey Trot 5K
Hoboken’s Annual Turkey Trot 5K
Turkey Trotters, join one of the biggest and most exciting holiday runs in the Tri-State! Hoboken's Turkey Trot is an unforgettable run along Hoboken's waterfront, where you'll race parallel to the New York City skyline. Be part of one of the largest turkey trots in the country. This one is going to sell out again...
3 events,
Main Street Pops Artisan Market
Main Street Pops Artisan Market
Main Street Pops Hoboken Artisan Market has become a popular monthly community gathering spot, offering a diverse selection of local artisans & small businesses selling their handmade creations. The markets also feature live local music as well as outdoor games, family fun activities, and seasonal attractions each month. We've got something for everyone ! Fashion...
3 events,
Jersey City’s Turkey Day 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Jersey City’s Turkey Day 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Turkey Trotters, Join us in 2024 and register now to get the best rate. Jersey City's Turkey Day 5K will take place once again along the waterfront walkway featuring priceless views of lower Manhattan, The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island an more. Run our 5K course on Thanksgiving morning and burn priceless calories before the...
3 events,
MST presents The Christmas Show Must Go On
All The Christmas Fairy wants to do is put on a good show, but the Frogs, the elves and even a Christmas Gremlin are getting in the way! Can they set the stage and make Christmas Magic happen in time for Christmas? Estimated run time: 1 hour and 30 minutes Recommended for All Ages! Ticket Info...