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Savor the Season! There’s a party for Jersey City residents this Sunday from 2-5pm at St. Peter’s Prep (Van Vorst and Grand). There will be a holiday dinner, wine tasting, bake-off, live music and children’s activities.
The proceeds support Paulus Hook redesign.
Tickets are $25 per person at the door and $20 if bought online. Buy here. Children under 12 get free admission.
Cheers to the season,
JCG
I’ll be darned—yet another tree lighting!
Riverview Community Garden’s First Annual Holiday Tree Lighting is this Saturday, December 7th. The festivities start at 4pm with music and treats, followed by the lighting and a special appearance by Santa Claus.
Arrive at the park early to visit the Farms in the Heights’ Holiday Market for gifts and holiday cheer.
Light it up,
JCG
It’s Winter Wonderland Weekend. Project Greenville presents its holiday season celebration, which includes an inspired group art exhibit, music, tasty local treats and a neighborhood raffle (128 Winfield Ave. at Ocean Rd.).
There’s also a Toy Drive Bin—so bring a children’s toy if you’re able to contribute this year.
More info here.
Yet another tree lighting in Jersey City! The Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery (436 Newark Ave.) hosts its annual Christmas tree lighting and caroling tonight, Friday, December 6th, at 7:30pm.
The Yuletide Carolers of New Jersey and a few surprise guests will be performing. Dress warmly, bring the fam, and please sing along.
As I always say about this non-church affiliated, non-government property, donate if you can. In the cemetery’s words: “Every month we need to raise between $2000 to $3000 just to operate and purchase equipment & supplies. If 300 people would donate only $10 each, we would be all set for the month!” Please help our amazing restoration work by contributing today at http://www.jerseycitycemetery.org.
Holiday cheer is here,
JCG
The 12th annual Newport Tree Lighting is tonight, Jersey City! The event kicks of at 4:30pm at 100 Town Square Place, and once the sun sets, Mayor Steven Fulop will do the countdown to the lighting of the 30-ft. tree. Local NJ media star and Hudson County resident, Marisa Brahney, will be emceeing the entire event.
The lighting will be followed by a synchronized light and music show, and an exclusive Ice Theater of New York performance to mark the opening of Newport Skates—Jersey City’s only outdoor, uncovered skating rink—for the season. After that, the rink (95 River Dr. South) is open to everyone for FREE skating until 8pm.
When you need a break from the action, warm up with hot cocoa, coffee and pastries from Skylark on the Hudson and meet Santa and his elves.
‘Tis the season,
JCG