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Shakespeare in the Cemetery this Weekend

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The Hudson Shakespeare Company performs the tragedy Titus Andronicus live at The Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery (435 Newark Ave.) at 7pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Oct. 18th, 19th, 20th). Watch a classic put to the stage in this theatrical benefit for the cemetery, which is a 100% volunteer-operated space, having no house-of-worship affiliation and no city or state funding.

This performance is sure to knock you out of the park! So bring your friends, your family, your sweaters and blankets (nights are chilly), and arrive early as seating is limited. You may think a cemetery is a creepy place to gather, especially at night, but Harsimus is really a neat spot. Read about my experience here.

If you are in for more of a scare, immediately following the performances there will be a “Ghosts & Legends” Tour, which involves underground vaults.

Food and wine available on site.

Donation of $10 per person for the show, extra for the ghost tour. Please donate more if you are able to afford it so we can keep the historic site up and running.

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

Other event details here.

Guided Meditation this Sunday 10/20/13

 

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Riverview Community Garden is hosting a guided meditation this Sunday, October 20th at 12:30pm entitled “Seeding The Heart.” Laurie G, a yoga instructor, will guide the gathered group in a series of reflection meant to transform and heal by “delving into a deep state of presence and peace within the heart.” The theme for this session will be forgiveness. No experience necessary.

Precise location: Ogden Ave. between Griffith and Bowers St.
Cost: Suggested donation of $10, 50% of which will be dedicated to the garden
Bring: A towel or cushion to sit on
After: Linger and mingle with the group over treats

Other info here.

 

Columbus Day Parade Saturday 10/12/13

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This Saturday marks the annual Jersey City Columbus Day Parade. So much attention is placed on Breast Cancer Awareness in October, but it is also Italian Heritage Month. Join your fellow Italians march down Newark Avenue (starting at 6th Street) at 1pm on Saturday.

Details here.

 

Ciao for now,
JCG

Jersey City Homebrew Competition: 10/5/13

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Jersey City Ties has linked up with Jersey City Brew Club and the guys who brought you the Battle of the Brews to co-host the 3rd Annual Jersey City Homebrew Competition, taking place during the 4th St. Arts & Music Festival on Saturday, October 5th at 4pm.

In their words: “A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit 4th Street Arts, Inc. in its mission to promote and grow the artist community in Jersey City. If you are interested in attending, competing, or judging, check out the official Jersey City Homebrew Competition Facebook page.”

Event listing here.

Jersey City Artist’s Studio Tour: 10/5 & 10/6

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This weekend marks one of the most fabulous (one of my favorite) weekends in Jersey City—that of the Artists Studio Tour. Residents of Jersey City are invited to the homes/studios of Jersey City artists. You’ll view their work, chat with them and can purchase snappy new pieces to adorn your walls and tables.

It’s the weekend my Mom buys another Jesus or Mary silk-screened piece from Shawn Michael Lang (the artist of the above), my Aunt Jennifer takes me to Grigory Gurevich’s house and Barrow St. Mansion, and my boyfriend or best friend and I get separated at 150 Bay in different studio apartments. (I will be checking out James Fraser this year.) Check 150 Bay Street’s flier here.

The kick-off party is on Friday, October 4th at the Tenmarc Building. Shuttles will run from the Grove Street PATH starting at 5:30pm.

Follow the studio artists tour on FB here for full info.

Cheers,
JCG

Click below for my pics from previous years; some works will be on display again this weekend…

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