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Mile Square Theatre presents The Burdens
Mordy is a struggling musician living in Los Angeles. His older sister Jane is a successful attorney in New Jersey. But when their widowed mother’s life becomes emotionally and financially taxed by her terrible, centenarian father, these two adult siblings are drawn together into an elaborate plot to relieve their mother’s burden and their own....
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Smorgasbar Grand Opening
Smorgasbar Grand Opening
Who’s ready?! @smorgasbar grand opening is THIS Friday April 29th and your'e invited! Full bar, @carlitos_tacos, and more from @sg_hoboken and gorgeous views! Dogs welcome too! If you come to #SmorgasburgJC on Saturday, @smorgasbar is directly behind so double the fun! 3 2nd St., Jersey City
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NJCU Spring Jazz Fest
***All attendees must adhere to the NJCU Theater COVID-19 Protocols*** Saturday, April 30 & Sunday May 1 Outdoors on Campus Time: TBD Tickets: $25 Public, $15 Seniors, Students Free with NJCU ID (online purchasing coming soon) The NJCU Jazz Fest is like entering the hall of mirrors in a Carnaval-- you never know what is right around the corner. ...
Smorgasburg
Smorgasburg
On Saturdays from spring through October, the new Smorgasburg brings delicious flavors and fun to Harborside JC (200 Greene Street)—and, with dozens of unique vendors, it’s a great way to try new cuisines. Vendor highlights include Bang Cookies, Knead Some Love, Crepe N Bake, Parish Po’ Boys, Rosie’s Empanadas, and more. Smorgasburg JC runs every...
2022 Wild & Scenic Film Festival
2022 Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Main Street Pops & The Hoboken Business Alliance Present The Wild & Scenic Film Festival & Outdoor Earth Day Celebration Saturday, April 30th 2022 3:00pm – 10:00 pm 770 Jackson Plaza, Hoboken, NJ
Snow Ball Gala: Into the Deep
Snow Ball Gala: Into the Deep
Snow Ball Gala: Into the DeepThe Glass Gallery at Mana ContemporaryMake a splash at this year’s Snow Ball Gala: Into the Deep. For the first time, Snow Ball will be held off-site at The Glass Gallery at Mana Contemporary in Jersey City. Underwater explorers will enjoy open bar, dinner, live music, two DJ sets, and a silent...
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Kids at AD: Sea Life
Kids at AD: Sea Life
Kids at AD continues on the first Tuesday of each month, with a celebration of marine life! Join our friend Sharky on Tuesday, May 3rd for a sea savvy afternoon featuring a creature experience from SEA LIFE’S touch pool! “Kids at AD” is a monthly series of family-friendly activities that welcomes guests to American Dream....
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JCTC’s 6th Annual New Play Festival
Jersey City Theater Center Presents the 6th Annual New Play Festival: STRENGTH May 5 - May 26, 2022 The month long festival, part of New Jersey Theatre Alliance’s Stages Festival, features 10 new works from emerging playwrights 2022 New Play Festival Week One: Online Short Series Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. E.T. Online...
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Pro Arts’ Curators Choice 2022
Exhibit at Casa Colombo featuring artists: Valerie Huhn Deborah L. Morris Cheryl Gross Andrea McKenna Eileen Ferara Eitan Barokas Guillermo Bublik Santiago Cohen Reception Saturday, May 7, 1-4pm Panel Discussion What Makes a Top-Pick Portfolio? 5/21, 2-4pm Hours Tu & Th 10am-3pm Sat 1-4pm
A HISTORY AND HERITAGE EXHIBITION: POLICE DEPARTMENTS OF HUDSON COUNTY
Exhibit Information: Earliest days of all the Hudson County Police Department to present day. Do you have vintage photos and memorabilia to display? We are borrowing directly from former police officers and their families, our local police departments, and other historical organizations. We'd love your help! Contact: Matt Caranante mcaranante@hcnj.us 201-459-2070 ext 6419
Walk to Fight Alzheimer’s
Walk to Fight Alzheimer’s
Register for this fun-filled family event which will take place in the North Cove field area of Liberty State Park and enjoy the beautiful view of New York City, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. There will be refreshments, music and door prizes. Dogs are welcome to join the festivities, as long as they...
Smorgasburg
Smorgasburg
On Saturdays from spring through October, the new Smorgasburg brings delicious flavors and fun to Harborside JC (200 Greene Street)—and, with dozens of unique vendors, it’s a great way to try new cuisines. Vendor highlights include Bang Cookies, Knead Some Love, Crepe N Bake, Parish Po’ Boys, Rosie’s Empanadas, and more. Smorgasburg JC runs every...
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Music of Brazil and the Americas
Music of Brazil and the Americas
**All Tickets Must be Purchased in Advance.** ***All attendees must adhere to the NJCU Theater COVID-19 Protocols*** Sunday, May 8th, 3:00pm Margaret Williams Theatre Purchase Tickets The Caroline L. Guarini Department of Music, Dance and Theater in collaboration with the Office of Global Initiatives would like to invite you to the 2022 benefit concert “Music of...
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#HudsonGives
It's time to rev your engines because #HudsonGives is right around the corner! Our annual giving day, #HudsonGives, is a 24-hour, online fundraising campaign and competition that unites the community in support of local causes and helps drive our local economy. This year's giving day will be held on Thursday, May 12, and there's a...
Golden Door Film Festival
The concept of the “Golden Door” was derived from the last line of the poem inscribed at the base of the Statue of Liberty (which is technically in Jersey City) written by Emma Lazarus. It reads, “I lift my lamp beside the golden door!”. Jersey City, New Jersey is that golden door and Ellis Island...
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AutographFest at American Dream
Join us for an unforgettable experience spanning three days and have a chance to meet some of your favorite althletes and celebrities such as Mike Tyson, Mariano Rivera, Roger Clemens, Allen Iverson, Goldberg, and many more! This event will include over 300 dealer tables selling cards and memorabilia. Dates: Friday, May 13th, Saturday, May 14th...
Laugh The Night Away
Laugh The Night Away
Laugh the Night Away May 13th at 9PM A Comedy Show Hosted by Kayt Hester with Oscar Aydin, Nick Carra, Jason Choi, Meka Mo, Joe Pontillo, & Jake Vevra Doors open at 8:30PM General Admission: $10 VIP Table for 2: $60 (includes 2 drink tix)
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Walking Tour of Machpelah Cemetery
Walking Tour of Machpelah Cemetery
"A Tour of Machpelah Cemetery" We're excited to return to our annual tour series and offer early access registration for HCGHS members to attend in-person. For one week, you can register for one of the 30 spots to attend the event, after which they will open up to the general public on April 24, 2022....
Smorgasburg
Smorgasburg
On Saturdays from spring through October, the new Smorgasburg brings delicious flavors and fun to Harborside JC (200 Greene Street)—and, with dozens of unique vendors, it’s a great way to try new cuisines. Vendor highlights include Bang Cookies, Knead Some Love, Crepe N Bake, Parish Po’ Boys, Rosie’s Empanadas, and more. Smorgasburg JC runs every...
Mana Contemporary May Open House
Mana Contemporary May Open House
Mana Contemporary Jersey City is thrilled to host its first Open House of 2022! And you are invited! Saturday, May 14, 2022 12-6pm Join our Open House and meet artists, curators, gallerists, and collectors! This event is free and open to the public. Do not miss: “Land of the Free”, two thematically related solo exhibitions...
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Hoboken Coffee Festival
Hoboken Coffee Festival
Join us Saturday, May 15 for a Coffee Festival! There will be an array of coffee and tea-themed booths in the Shipyard Passageway, and 4 ticketed events indoors. The festival is curated by @secret.tearoom All ticket-buyers will receive a free mug from the Museum, and can select from a wide variety of designs. Learn from the...
Lunar Mania
Lunar Mania
On the night of Sunday, May 15, a total lunar eclipse will take place in the skies over our region. At Liberty Science Center, that’s a moment to celebrate! Get tickets now for Lunar Mania! LSC will be open that night from 6:30 pm to 1:00 am for a special evening of eclipse-focused fun. Join us to learn the science...
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Memorial Day Weekend at American Dream
If you’re searching for things to do in New Jersey over Memorial Day Weekend, the premier destination for indoor entertainment offers a multitude of options. With two theme parks, great restaurants and shopping where you can find something for everyone, it makes sense to maximize your time with a thought-out plan. LEARN MORE
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Beauty Experience in the Garden
Beauty Experience in the Garden
See what’s blooming at American Dream with an entire month dedicated to beauty! Throughout the month, we will be hosting a beauty event in The Garden with product demonstrations from premier luxury beauty brands including Saks Fifth Avenue, Sephora, and more. From skincare to makeup applications, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest trends for...
LSC After Dark : Murder at the Musuem
LSC After Dark : Murder at the Musuem
Solve a thrilling murder mystery with your friends! Liberty Science Center’s next 21+ event is LSC After Dark: Murder at the Museum, May 19 from 6 pm – 10 pm. Get tickets now! At this whodunit event, you’ll brush up on your crime-solving skills and use your powers of observation to find the killer before they strike again. Grab...
Stage Door Series: Dance & Democracy
Stage Door Series: Dance & Democracy
Stage Door Series: Dance & Democracy Nimbus' Stage Door Series returns with the premiere of a documentary film by Jersey City filmmaker Mark Smith about Nimbus' new community initiative: Dance & Democracy. Over the last 3 months, 8th Grade Students from Jersey City Middle School #4 have been exploring how democracy works...through Dance! In a parallel...
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Secaucus Drive-In Movies
Secaucus Drive-In Movies
Mayor Gonnelli & The Town Council Invite Secaucus residents to DRIVE-IN MOVIES MAY 20TH & JUNE 17TH Gates open at 7:30PM Light refreshment Secaucus Recreation Center 1200 Koelle Blvd MAY 20TH – “BLACK WIDOW” JUNE 17TH – “ETERNALS” *Proof of Residency Required*
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Dance Party at Nickelodeon Universe
Dance Party at Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy a Dance Party at Nickelodeon Universe every Saturday and Sunday.
Smorgasburg
Smorgasburg
On Saturdays from spring through October, the new Smorgasburg brings delicious flavors and fun to Harborside JC (200 Greene Street)—and, with dozens of unique vendors, it’s a great way to try new cuisines. Vendor highlights include Bang Cookies, Knead Some Love, Crepe N Bake, Parish Po’ Boys, Rosie’s Empanadas, and more. Smorgasburg JC runs every...
Secaucus Memorial Day Parade
Secaucus Memorial Day Parade
PARADE WILL OFFICIALLY BEGIN AT THE HUBER STREET MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT AND WILL END AT BUCHMULLER PARK FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT IMMEDATELY TO FO~LOW AT BUCHMULLER PARK PLEASE VISIT WWW.SECAUCUSNJ.GOV FOR FULL PARADE ROUTE
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New Jersey Symphony Family Concert
New Jersey Symphony Family Concert
The Sound of Stories: A Collaboration with Nimbus Dance Concert Information Tong Chen conductor Jee-Hoon Krska host Nimbus Dance New Jersey Symphony Join us for the New Jersey Symphony’s return to the Victoria Theater at NJPAC for an all-new family concert experience. The Symphony will take audiences on a musical journey across several art forms through which...
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Two Mayors, A Dock, and George R.R. Martin…
Two Mayors, A Dock, and George R.R. Martin…
Two Mayors, A Dock, and George R.R. Martin: Bayonne’s Brady Family A Presentation by Genealogist R. Andrew Pierce Sponsored by the Bayonne Historical Society Where: Bayonne Public Library, 31st Street and Avenue C, Second Floor Gallery, Monday, May 23, at 7:00 p.m.
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2022 Lake DeForest Day
2022 Lake DeForest Day
Lake DeForest Day - Saturday, June 25, 2022 Rain or Shine! * Lake DeForest Day is a family-friendly day of paddling and appreciating beautiful Lake DeForest in New City, NY. Join us for a Family Walk and 5K Fun Run over the causeway at Lake DeForest! The event is a fundraiser for Hackensack Riverkeeper and Keep Rockland Beautiful. The day...
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Field Trip Opportunity: Fleet Week Experience in Lincoln Park West
Field Trip Opportunity: Fleet Week Experience in Lincoln Park West
We Invite You To Fleet Week! May 26th | 10AM - 2PM Lincoln Park West at the Baseball Field, Jersey City *Hudson County Schools/ Students Only* The Hudson County Executive’s Office is hosting the U.S. Marines Corps, Navy and Coast Guard for a special Fleet Week event and would like to extend an invitation for...
Beauty Experience in the Garden
Beauty Experience in the Garden
See what’s blooming at American Dream with an entire month dedicated to beauty! Throughout the month, we will be hosting a beauty event in The Garden with product demonstrations from premier luxury beauty brands including Saks Fifth Avenue, Sephora, and more. From skincare to makeup applications, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest trends for...
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Mile Square Theatre presents Bird
Following performances at the Kraine Theatre NYC, The Marsh in San Francisco and many other stops around the country, writer/performer Kylie Vincent (Adult Swim) & director Barbara Pitts McAdams (co-creator of The Laramie Project), present BIRD. Part Stand up, part solo show, part fever dream. A young woman listens to audio of her last stand-up gig. With GenZ...
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Dance Party at Nickelodeon Universe
Dance Party at Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy a Dance Party at Nickelodeon Universe every Saturday and Sunday.
Smorgasburg
Smorgasburg
On Saturdays from spring through October, the new Smorgasburg brings delicious flavors and fun to Harborside JC (200 Greene Street)—and, with dozens of unique vendors, it’s a great way to try new cuisines. Vendor highlights include Bang Cookies, Knead Some Love, Crepe N Bake, Parish Po’ Boys, Rosie’s Empanadas, and more. Smorgasburg JC runs every...
Womens Playwrights Festival
Womens Playwrights Festival
Women’s Playwrights Festival Saturday May 28th, 2022 Apple Tree House 298 Academy Street Jersey City NJ 07306 Readings of three full plays: 1pm, 3pm, & 6pm Free and open to the public. Reservations required, donations appreciated. Recommended for ages 12+ Make Reservations: https://www.speranzatheatrecompany.com/women-s-playwright-s-circle
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Hackensack Riverkeeper’s High Tide Exploration Guided Paddle
Hackensack Riverkeeper’s High Tide Exploration Guided Paddle
Join Hackensack Riverkeeper’s experienced paddling guides on a two-hour exploration of the Sawmill Creek marsh. Timed to the high tide, kayakers will be able to get into creeks and channels that are inaccessible – and often dry – during low tide. An added bonus is the opportunity to view both the Newark skyline and the...
Hackensack Riverkeeper’s Birding & Wildlife Watch Guided Paddle
Hackensack Riverkeeper’s Birding & Wildlife Watch Guided Paddle
Join Hackensack Riverkeeper’s experienced guides on a two-hour excursion to seek out NJ's unique wildlife species of the Meadowlands. Among the birds you can expect to see on this low-tide trip during fall migration are: herons, egrets, shorebirds, ducks, raptors and wrens. You’ll also have a good chance to spot muskrats in the creeks and...
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Hudson County PRIDE Month Flag Raising
Hudson County PRIDE Month Flag Raising
Join us for the National Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony Wednesday, June 1st at 6PM Location: The Historical Brennan Courthouse 583 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
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Hudson County Portuguese Flag Raising Ceremony
Hudson County Portuguese Flag Raising Ceremony
Join us for the Hudson County Portuguese Flag Raising Ceremony Thursday, June 2nd at 5PM Location: The Historical Brennan Courthouse 586 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ
NJPAC | New Jersey Symphony: Mozart & Mendelssohn
NJPAC | New Jersey Symphony: Mozart & Mendelssohn
The New Jersey Symphony’s Brennan Sweet and Elzbieta Weyman play some of the loveliest music ever written for violin and viola, Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante. Kathleen Nester makes the orchestra’s tiniest instrument sing loud and proud in Vivaldi’s Piccolo Concerto. The sunshine of Mendelssohn’s “Italian” Symphony warms the entire program.
LSC After Dark
LSC After Dark
Thursday, June 2 is LSC After Dark, featuring games, bars, food, and more! Plus, enter a supermassive black hole at the Black Holes planetarium show, celebrate the album’s 50th anniversary at the Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon Laser Show, look to the skies via telescopes on the lawn, and attend a free live Space Talk on the expansion of...
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JC Fridays
Discover, support, and enjoy the Jersey City art and business community. Whether you're a seasoned art patron or exploring the arts for the first time, JC Fridays is the perfect time to explore our community. All events are free and open to the public. Learn More → www.jcfridays.com
Brick City Dance: A Renaissance Endeavor
Brick City Dance: A Renaissance Endeavor
Join us for a film screening of A Renaissance Endeavor, a documentary highlighting 20 years of dance education in the Newark Public School system, followed by a panel discussion. The documentary, created as a resource for all educators, will include a historical timeline of dance education programs within the Newark Board of Education (NBOE). NBOE’s...
NJPAC | the boyz
NJPAC | the boyz
IST Entertainment and Dream Maker Entertainment are proud to present THE BOYZ WORLD TOUR : THE B-ZONE IN USA set to take place in 6 cities starting end of May 2022! THE BOYZ will be embarking on their first ever live tour in the US since debuting in December 2017, so it is a long-awaited...
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Bayonne Hometown Fair
The Bayonne Hometown Fair Association is a non-profit with the State of NJ comprised entirely of unpaid Bayonne residents who volunteer their time to bring quality, community entertainment to the City of Bayonne. OVER 100 VENDOR SPACES There are over 100 vendor spaces occupied by merchants from Bayonne and the surrounding areas. Some are displaying...
Casa Colombo | Dino P. Galiano, Painter and Sculptor
Dino P. Galiano started carving marble at the age of fifteen. A self-taught sculptor and painter, he was a graduate from Rutgers College '83 with a B.A. in Art History. Dino was influenced primarily by the artist Michelangelo Buonarotti and followed a procedure of directly carving into stone with few, or no models. Dino's interest...
Jersey City Jazz Festival
Exchange Place Alliance presents the 9th Annual Jersey City Jazz Festival! 107 Morgan St. Jersey City Saturday June 4th noon-8pm Sunday June 5th noon-6pm. Free-to-the-public The JC Jazz Festival offers days of food, music, and fun for everyone! The JC Jazz Festival is nonprofit committed to making jazz accessible to modern audiences through events, fundraisers...
Hasan Minhaj: The King’s Jester Tour
Hasan Minhaj was the host and creator of the weekly comedy show Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj that premiered on Netflix in October 2018. The series explored the modern cultural and political landscape with depth and sincerity through his unique comedic voice. The show received a 2019 Peabody Award, a 2019 Primetime Emmy Award for...
Reservoir Challenge: Paddle Day and Fishing Derby
Reservoir Challenge: Paddle Day and Fishing Derby
Come join us for a fun-filled day of paddling and fishing!! Reservoir Challenge: Saturday, June 4th, Oradell Reservoir, Haworth, NJ 440 Lake Shore Drive, Haworth, NJ 07641 Turn-by-Turn Directions Download the Waiver Here *Quick note: reserving boats vs. registering people. When registering for the races/open paddle, you are reserving the desired number of boats, not...
Smorgasburg
Smorgasburg
On Saturdays from spring through October, the new Smorgasburg brings delicious flavors and fun to Harborside JC (200 Greene Street)—and, with dozens of unique vendors, it’s a great way to try new cuisines. Vendor highlights include Bang Cookies, Knead Some Love, Crepe N Bake, Parish Po’ Boys, Rosie’s Empanadas, and more. Smorgasburg JC runs every...
Jersey City Night Market
Jersey City Night Market
It's back! The newest edition to the JC foodie scene is a hyper local, evening market that's hosted at City Hall - City of Jersey City. Join us as we celebrate small business and all that is chill about Jersey City! Eat delicious and international bites, shop from our artists and artisans & vibe to some...
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Hackensack Riverkeeper’s Birding & Wildlife Watch Guided Paddle
Hackensack Riverkeeper’s Birding & Wildlife Watch Guided Paddle
Join Hackensack Riverkeeper’s experienced guides on a two-hour excursion to seek out NJ's unique wildlife species of the Meadowlands. Among the birds you can expect to see on this low-tide trip during fall migration are: herons, egrets, shorebirds, ducks, raptors and wrens. You’ll also have a good chance to spot muskrats in the creeks and...
Jersey City Ward Tour
Jersey City Ward Tour
The Jersey City Ward Tour is back on Sunday, June 5, 2022, at 11:00am. 2,000 Bikes. 15 Miles. 6 Wards. 1 Great Day in Jersey City! About this event It's been three long years since the last one, but the Jersey City Ward Tour is coming back on Sunday, June 5, taking you (and 2,000...
PRIDE Sunday at Hoboken Historical Museum
PRIDE Sunday at Hoboken Historical Museum
PRIDE Sunday, June 5, 12 – 6, at the Museum, 130 Hudson Street. Admission is free, donations are much appreciated. Pride in the Passageway: noon until – 4 or 5. Hudson Pride Center will have an information table and Hoboken Rainbow Family is sponsoring an arts and crafts table for kids and families, among many...
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