Archive of ‘Events’ category

03
Jun
2014

Fifth Annual Jersey City Ward Tour 6/8/14

categories: Events, Exchange Place, Live Music, Neighborhood, Outdoor Fun!, The Waterfront

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Bike JC is now accepting online registration for the Fifth Annual Jersey City Ward Tour and Festival, which takes place Sunday, June 8th in Jersey City at Exchange Place.

For those of you not in the know, the ward tour is a 15-mile bike ride of our city at a relaxed pace (not a race), that ends with a festival  featuring live music, food, drinks, and other attractions on the waterfront. The ride begins at 11am and the festival is from 1-5pm. All the action begins and ends at Exchange Place.

Registration is free, with a $5 suggested donation to help fund our year-round efforts for better biking in Jersey City.

More info here.

 

Ride or die,
JCG

27
May
2014

Comedy Night this Friday 5/30

categories: Bars, Comedy, Events, This Weekend in Jersey City

 

 

 

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The Brightside Tavern’s monthly comedy show is back Friday, May 30th.

Mike Recine (who just performed on Conan in LA) is hosting and the performers include Leah Bonnema, Kirk Faulkner, Brett Druck, Dr. Mike, Rachael Parenta and Jersey City’s own Calise Hawkins (Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central, NickMom).

The show starts at 8, but arrive early if you’re particular about where you sit. The Brightside is at 141 Bright Street (corner of Monmouth) in downtown Jersey City.  You can reserve seats by calling (201) 435-1234 or buy them at the door. $10.

 

Laugh it off,
JCG

25
May
2014

Street Art Show: Closing Celebration

categories: Art, Events

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On Thursday, May 29th, celebrate the closing of the May “Street Art Show,” which features local and regional artists and their various approaches to street art.

The show brings images, ideas, and expressions from New York City and Jersey City and consists of photographs, paintings, and sculptures representing street art and/or street art themes.

The coolest part about its final night: local artists will be collaborating live, creating a portable mural.

Location: CityLife, 125 1st St 7:30-9pm

 

Keep it street and keep it sweet,
JCG

 

04
May
2014

Cinco de Mayo in Jersey City

categories: Events, Grove Street, Mexican, Neighborhood, This Weekend in Jersey City

cinco de mayoJersey City kicks of Cinco de Mayo early with a parade on Friday, May 2nd that will take over Grove between Grand and Montgomery from 4pm until midnight.

As part of the celebration recognizing the Mexicans’ victory at the Battle of Puebla, the New Jersey Beer Co. will be serving margaritas and beer, and The Taco Truck and El Chilango Taqueria will be serving up Mexican eats. Way to kick off the weekend!

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My time-honored tradition is to celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Hard Grove Cafe, (I know it’s Cuban but their margaritas pack a punch and I love their taco trio,) but since Jersey City is making a weekend out of it, I may salute at Orale! Mexican Kitchen on the actual day. Other places that come to mind are Taqueria, Boca Grande, Blue Moon Mexican Cafe, and let’s not forget the excellent brick-and-mortar Cinco de Mayo on Central Ave.

Salute!
JCG

 

01
May
2014

Riverview Farmers Market Season Kick-Off 5/4/14

categories: Community/ Volunteers, Farm stands & farmer's markets, Jersey City Families, Jersey City Heights, Live Music, Neighborhood, Outdoor Fun!, Parks & Recreation, Specialty Markets, This Weekend in Jersey City

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My favorite Jersey City farmers market (they are all awesome though, really) opens for the season this Sunday, May 4th from 9am-2pm.

Riverview Farmers Market features various vendors, such as Alstede Farms, Mod Cup Coffee, Peace.Love.Pops, Stony Hill Farm, Lucky HoneyBee Apothecary, Gia Gelato, Aurora Naturals, Oh Honey, Gina’s Bakery, Jersey City Veggie Burgers, Cholita Dessert Bar, Uncle Bud’s Sauces & Rubs, Nature’s Own, Gourmet Nuts & Dried Fruit.

 There will be a “Music in the Park” series, children’s activities, and Yoga in the Heights’ usual 11am session.

Shop locally,
JCG

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