2014: At a dinner for close friends and colleagues, renowned poet Francis Blundy honors his wife’s birthday by reading aloud a new poem dedicated to her, ‘A Corona for Vivien’. Much wine is drunk as the guests listen, and a delicious meal consumed. Little does anyone gathered around the candlelit table know that for generations […]
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100% of ticket sales for this meetup benefit Symposia (please donate generously during registration!) Alternatively, you may donate two gently-used books OR make a purchase during our meetup in lieu of Venmo/cash donations. ------------------------------------------ Join Hoboken Silent Book Club for our signature TITLES & TREASURES meetup at Symposia Community Bookstore. Our gathering is geared towards […]
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Get ready to showcase your talent and vibe with the crowd at The Hutton's Open Mic Monday! Comedians, Singers, Musicians, Poets, and More! Are you a singer, musician, comedian, poet, or performer? This is your chance to shine! Join us for an exciting Open Mic Night where talent takes the spotlight. Whether you're a seasoned […] |
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Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to help you reflect on where you are in life and visualize where you want to go next. It’s a guided, creative reset to help you step back from daily routines, clarify what you want next, and visually organize goals. Participants will reflect on priorities across five areas […]
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In this two-week workshop, patrons will create tunnel books. Build environments and scenes layer by layer using magazine cutouts and personal artwork, exploring depth and dimension. This workshop is for adults (18+). Registration Required. Please cancel your registration if you are unable to attend so that those on the waitlist may join. **Please register only if […]
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After two sold-out workshops, Jersey Improv Lab is bringing back its four-week Intro to Improv Comedy workshop in downtown Hoboken! It is designed for adults who want to tap into the art of improv to unlock their creativity and think on their feet. By the end of the four weeks, you’ll have a strong foundation […] |
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This two-week generative poetry workshop explores how place shapes our voice, image, and identity. We will read a diverse array of place poems and write our own based on prompts. Whether you want to write an ode to your grandmother's homeland or pen a poem exploring a fractured sense of cultural identity, this workshop will provide prompts to guide you. Topics […]
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Your childhood book fair, all grown up! The Grown-Up Book Fair is back at Bergen Hall! 📚🍸 Remember the excitement of book fair day at school? The tables of books, the thrill of discovering something new, and the joy of bringing home your next favorite read? We’re bringing that feeling back—just for grown readers. Join Book […] |
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Millicent Ansah and the West Bergen Branch Library present: Poetic Pages: Where Black Poets Speak - Juneteenth 2026 Edition 📖🖤 Juneteenth is approaching, a time of remembrance, recognition, and reverence for a defining moment in American history. It invites reflection on the ongoing journey toward freedom while honoring the resilience, brilliance, and enduring spirit of Black […]
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Have you ever wanted to write a play? Have you ever thought about trying out a new writing style, but didn't know where to start? Start here! Start now! Join New Jersey-based playwright Mikaela Simon to learn the fundamentals of writing a script over the course of this six-session class. Begin your learning with an introduction to structure, format, dialogue, monologues, characters, dramatic action, and storytelling […]
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Bring your works in progress to the Library and chat with other crafters. Grab your yarn, thread, or favorite handcraft and join us for the Sit and Stitch Club, a friendly space to craft, chat, and be inspired! Work on your own projects while enjoying the company of other makers in a relaxed, social […] |
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Get ready to share your voice or just chill and enjoy some fresh local talent at this open mic night! All performing arts welcome! Hey there! The wildly popular Caffe Maria Open Mics are back in a new location! Come join us at Ling Long Xuan in Journal Square on Fridays from 7 PM. It’s a great chance to […] |
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Shop for vinyl records OUTDOORS! 10,000 LPs for sale. CDs and vintage too. Free admission & great music all day! Tix holders can win prizes! It's the return of the Jersey City Record Riot! Outdoors on the Grove Street PATH Plaza! Over 40 tables of LPs, CDs, 45s and more. Great music all day long. […]
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Spring has sprung! And so have JC's flowers. So we're bringing back Sketch in the Garden, now with an added location! 🌼 🌱 🌺 Join us at @westernslopegardenjc and @cancopark for some beautiful greenery, fresh air, and casual art-making. Caretakers will walk us through the spaces' native plant life and we'll follow it up with […]
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Discover the foundations of classic French baking in this hands-on pastry experience featuring pâte à choux, madeleines, crème brûlée, and p Introduction to French Pastry is a hands-on Bakeshop 101 experience exploring the foundations of classic French baking taught by Chef Emma Dooley, an accomplished HCCC alumni chef. Guests will learn professional techniques behind pâte […] |
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Think You Can Build a Computer? You Can. Step inside a PC and see how it really works. In the Build & Beyond PC Building Workshop, you'll assemble a working computer from scratch, learn what each part does, and practice real troubleshooting skills used by IT pros. You'll even take home your own iFixit […]
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Join us on June 7th from 3–6 PM for a 3-hour open bar event, where your $75 ticket includes unlimited drinks and supports cats in need. Enjoy a purrfect afternoon for a great cause! Join us on June 7th from 3–6 PM for a 3-hour open bar event, where your $75 ticket includes unlimited drinks […]
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As Russia launches its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, primary schools across Russia are transformed into recruitment stages for the war. |
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Get input and constructive feedback on your writing project in a friendly and supportive environment!Meets once a month. If you are working on your next project—whether it is a novel, short story, memoir or poetry—our Writers Group is a great place to get input and constructive feedback on your work! Our supportive group of fellow […] |
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Description 🌼 Spring Singles Mixer: Jersey City Rooftop 🌼 We're taking over the rooftop at 902 Brewing for a low-pressure evening designed for singles in their 30s and 40s who are ready to meet someone. THE RULES 1️⃣ You must be single 2️⃣ You must be in your 30s or 40s 3️⃣ You […]
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Join us for a viewing of this classic film, starring Peter Ustinov and a star studded cast. The screening will be followed by the Mystery Book Club's discussion of this 1941 classic.
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In this two-week workshop, patrons will create tunnel books. Build environments and scenes layer by layer using magazine cutouts and personal artwork, exploring depth and dimension. This workshop is for adults (18+). Registration Required. Please cancel your registration if you are unable to attend so that those on the waitlist may join. **Please register only if […] |
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Description Board Game Night in Jersey City - Meet New Friends in The Heights Looking for fun things to do in Jersey City? Join Jersey City Connects’ Board Game Night in The Heights, NJ, and meet new people while playing 100+ board games. This social game night is a great alternative to bars and typical […]
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This two-week generative poetry workshop explores how place shapes our voice, image, and identity. We will read a diverse array of place poems and write our own based on prompts. Whether you want to write an ode to your grandmother's homeland or pen a poem exploring a fractured sense of cultural identity, this workshop will provide prompts to guide you. Topics […]
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Strive welcomes you to 'Finance and Business Networking', an event for tenured and newcomers at Shepherd! Event is 21+. Limited Tickets. Strive welcomes you to 'Finance and Business Networking', Hoboken's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location for all to join. Are you interested in finance and business? Want to elevate […] |
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Hoboken Public Library invites you to Library FC, our free community soccer viewing party! Grab a seat and join your neighbors for the beautiful game! Hoboken Public Library's Library FC: Soccer Viewing Party brings the world's biggest soccer tournament to our Small Program Room and Garden for free community screenings of the tournament. Light […]
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Have you ever wanted to write a play? Have you ever thought about trying out a new writing style, but didn't know where to start? Start here! Start now! Join New Jersey-based playwright Mikaela Simon to learn the fundamentals of writing a script over the course of this six-session class. Begin your learning with an introduction to structure, format, dialogue, monologues, characters, dramatic action, and storytelling […] |
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Hoboken Public Library invites you to Library FC, our free community soccer viewing party! Grab a seat and join your neighbors for the beautiful game! Hoboken Public Library's Library FC: Soccer Viewing Party brings the world's biggest soccer tournament to our Small Program Room and Garden for free community screenings of the tournament. Light […] |
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Spring has sprung! And so have JC's flowers. So we're bringing back Sketch in the Garden, now with an added location! 🌼 🌱 🌺 Join us at @westernslopegardenjc and @cancopark for some beautiful greenery, fresh air, and casual art-making. Caretakers will walk us through the spaces' native plant life and we'll follow it up with […]
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Get ready for Jersey City Black Comic Con 2026—celebrating Black creators, comics, and culture live and in person! Jersey City Black Comic Con 2026 Get ready for an epic in-person experience at the Jersey City Black Comic Con 2026! Dive into a world celebrating Black culture, comics, and creativity. Meet amazing artists, creators, and fans […]
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Join me at Michaels for a free painting workshop for all ages using acrylic paint and markers. No experience needed. Creative Painting Workshop with Yigsy Ready to get creative? Join me at Michaels for a relaxed painting session using acrylic paint and markers. Open to all ages, this workshop is all about having fun, trying something new, and enjoying […] |
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Get ready for Jersey City Black Comic Con 2026—celebrating Black creators, comics, and culture live and in person! Jersey City Black Comic Con 2026 Get ready for an epic in-person experience at the Jersey City Black Comic Con 2026! Dive into a world celebrating Black culture, comics, and creativity. Meet amazing artists, creators, and fans […]
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Come chill, recharge, and connect with like-minded wellness lovers at the ultimate self-care hangout with a twist! The Luxury Times "The Wellness Social" Join us on June 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM (ET) at Bergen Hall for a high-energy, feel-good wellness experience designed to bring people together through movement, recovery, and connection. Kick off the day with […]
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At North River Sing, every voice adds to our community. This special evening is a chance for singers of all backgrounds to come together through song, welcomed by an audience that values inclusion and creativity. Your involvement helps us achieve our goal of making music accessible to everyone. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Yah, it's Strawberry Shortcake Day! Calling all adults, let's celebrate, decorate and enjoy our very own Strawberry Shortcake Day!
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Get your hands dirty this summer! JCFPL is thrilled to partner with Atacama Clay Studio to bring hands-on clay workshops to your local branch! Whether you're a total beginner or just pottery-curious, this is your chance to slow down, get creative, and make something beautiful with your own two hands. All equipment and clay are […] |
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Description Summer Reading Party: Jersey City Silent Reading Social! Slow down. Grab a book. Connect with fellow readers. Join us for a cozy evening of quiet reading and community connection in Jersey City Heights. Bring whatever book you’re currently into and settle in for a relaxed night of reading alongside other book lovers. […]
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Overview Awaken JC returns! A night of music, truth & talent. All are welcome. $10 entry. Space is sacred. Come vibe, share, and be seen. Awaken JC Open Mic returns Saturday, May 16th , 2026 This month, we continue our theme of Community • Unity • Expression A reminder that healing, creativity, and transformation are amplified […] |
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Description Terrazzo Trinket Tray Workshop Join us for a creative night of crafting, color mixing, and terrazzo design as you create your own custom Jesmonite tray from scratch. Using eco-friendly Jesmonite, you’ll learn how to design and cast a modern terrazzo-style pill tray that’s both functional and beautiful. No experience needed! WHAT TO EXPECT […]
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Calling all stitchers! Love to sew, knit, crochet, craft, mend or quilt? Bring your project, share ideas and techniques! Once a month on Wednesday Nights 6-7:30pm Contact: Eknight@jclibrary.org
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Three Peas Productions & Art House Productions presents Jersey City Cabaret: A Night at the Movies Wednesday, June 17th at 7:30pm Grab your popcorn, because Jersey City Cabaret is making its return to Art House Productions Wednesday, June 17 for A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES! In its second year as a show, the Jersey City […] |
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Join us for Game Night! Enjoy a stimulating evening of fun with board games. It's a chance to meet people and maybe learn something new. Must be 21 + refreshments will be served.
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Celebrate freedom, storytelling, and the power of voice with Jersey City Free Public Library at this special Juneteenth event featuring award-winning young adult novelist Jason Reynolds. Jason Reynolds is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and MacArthur Fellow, honored with numerous awards including the Newbery, Printz, Coretta Scott King, NAACP Image, and Kirkus Awards. He served as the National Ambassador […]
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Art House Productions & Classic Cinema Club in collaboration with Jersey City Connects presents: Best in Show (2000) Directed by Christopher Guest Film Screening & Jennifer Coolidge Impersonation Contest Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 7:00pm Synopsis: A behind-the-scenes look into the highly competitive and cut-throat world of dog shows through the eyes of a group of […] |
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An evening-length production by Camille Rennie, premiering Juneteenth 2026 weekend at Miles Square Theatre in Hoboken, New Jersey as part of CoCA’s 5th anniversary season.
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Hot In Herre: 2000s Dance Party Hot in Herre, the biggest 2000s/Y2K party in the country! Hot In Herre features dope DJs behind the decks and 00s visuals that will transport you back to the days of blinged-out flip phones and trucker hats! At Hot In Herre, you'll hear your favorite hits and guilty pleasures from the first […] |
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In this hands-on workshop, you’ll make your own leather journal from start to finish using authentic leather. You’ll choose your leather, cord color, and charms, then learn how to punch holes, bind the journal, and tie everything together - turning raw leather into a finished, functional journal cover. Each journal includes complimentary paper booklets, perfect […] |
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Carol (2015)Set in 1950s New York, Carol tells the story of a chance encounter between a young aspiring photographer and an elegant older woman trapped in a loveless marriage. What begins as a fleeting connection evolves into a tender and transformative romance as both women navigate desire, societal expectation, and the courage it takes to choose oneself. […]
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Come show what you know at FIFA World Cup Trivia! 🧠Think You’ve Got the Smarts? COME SHOW WHAT YOU KNOW 🧠 JOIN US FOR FIVE EXCITING ROUNDS OF FIFA WORLD CUP TRIVIA! Come and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with incredible food and drink specials! Test your skills for a chance to win amazing prizes as we celebrate […] |
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In this hands-on workshop, you’ll make your own leather journal from start to finish using authentic leather. You’ll choose your leather, cord color, and charms, then learn how to punch holes, bind the journal, and tie everything together - turning raw leather into a finished, functional journal cover. Each journal includes complimentary paper booklets, perfect […]
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Get your hands dirty this summer! JCFPL is thrilled to partner with Atacama Clay Studio to bring hands-on clay workshops to your local branch! Whether you're a total beginner or just pottery-curious, this is your chance to slow down, get creative, and make something beautiful with your own two hands. All equipment and clay are […]
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Adult Summer Break: Unearth A Story with LEGO Blocks In-Person Celebrating Summer Break with an all levels Adult Lego Master series with Lego Master Samz BREGO. This program is structured to mimic the LEGO Master challenge set up. This program is designed to engage the creativity and technicality of the participants. A brief demonstration or collective building exercise would […] |
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Description THE GRIEF TABLE Grief can be one of the loneliest experiences there is, even when you're surrounded by people. The Grief Table is a casual monthly gathering for adults who have experienced loss. No agenda. No therapy. No pressure to share. Just a space to be around people who understand what it feels […]
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Learn how to start your podcast from scratch at the Communipaw Makerspace and Recording Studio. Topics covered: Planning your podcast, recording tips and equipment, basic editing skills and introduction to monetization. |
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Experience the excitement of Sounds & Visions of the City—a premier showcase of youth creativity and talent in Jersey City and beyond! This annual event brings together the best in music, dance, spoken word, and live performance, offering an unforgettable celebration of local artistry. Don’t miss your chance to witness young performers light up the stage […] |
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