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Thank you to all of our Veterans for your bravery and courage, today and every day — and a special shout out to those in Jersey City.
Honor your Veterans and give your thanks by attending one of the many events in and around Jersey City this weekend.
God bless,
JCG
The 26th annual Jersey City Art & Studio Tour kicks off tonight, Jersey City! Perhaps one of the most anticipated events in Jersey City, JCAST has even more artists this year, and especially more shows in the vaster areas of the city (a.k.a. not downtown).
JCAST features over 800 artists during its weekend-long event. It’s not only a great opportunity to meet your local artists and purchase unique pieces at reasonable prices, it’s a fine time to get to know your neighbors, government officials and connect with the burgeoning city’s ever-growing diverse community of eclectic citizens.
Tonight is the kick-off opening gala curated by the Office of Cultural Affairs and Art House Productions, where you will experience 40,000 square feet of visual artwork, installation, performance, handmade art and more at the JCAST Flagship Gallery (150 Pacific Ave.).
The event is free and open to the public, and offers an array of entertainment for all ages. The full list of all artists/performers on opening night is here. Free transportation will be provided to and from the JCAST Gallery at City Hall (280 Grove St.).
Find out about all Saturday and Sunday showings here. Free shuttles will be running from almost everywhere in Jersey City to transport you from neighborhood to neighborhood, as the we are a vast city of highly talented artists. I mean, we are talking about 15 sq. miles of glorious art!
I always try to soak up as much as I can, but it is nearly impossible to see everything over the two days; choose wisely and plan well. 150 Bay St. is always a good place to start if you’re unsure. Share your favorite finds with me on twitter (@jerseycitygia).
Here are some of my past memories from JCAST weekend.
Celebrate Our Local Artists!
JCG
Fashion Week 2016 is here, Jersey City! Yes, Our Fashion Week.
Jersey City celebrates fashion, entertainment and community for its 5th Annual Fashion Week (end). All access tickets are available, or you can purchase by individual events. Full schedule below.
Opening Night // Thursday 9/22:
Fashion in The Park VIP Exclusive Event
(5:30-9:30 pm; Maritime Park, 84 Audrey Zapp Drive)
*International and Couture Designers: Nadu Lawson, Sadia Hussain, Michele Walden McPhee, Hope Wade, Tyrone Chablis, Leontine Abdullah
*Fashion Show Host: Midori Amae!!
*JCFW People of Influence Awards: Senator Cory Booker, Senator Brian Stack, Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Essex, Hudson & Union Countries and The Fashion Art Exchange
*DJ: C-Lo The Heavey Hitter; performance by Musical Artist Eric G
*Gift Bags Sponsored by Clearport Events
Click below to read the full Jersey City Fashion Week schedule…
Jersey City: Saturday, September 17th is the annual and all-out awesome All About Downtown Street Fair.
Stroll up or down Newark Avenue (between Grove St. and Jersey Ave.) to soak up live music, nosh on noms, sip adult bevvies, and shop from 11am-6pm.
There will be over 100 local vendors and plenty of fun activities for the kids, too.
FB info here.
Shop local. Support local.
JCG
The quarterly culmination of extraordinary Jersey City art and music is back! JC FRIDAYS, hosted by Art House Productions, is a full day, city-wide free arts festival here in Chilltown.
Local businesses collaborate with artists in a celebration of culture. Events include art openings and exhibits, live music, film/video screenings and performances.
Below is a short list of happenings for Friday, 9/9/16:
To the Arts!
JCG