calendar of events
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3
Author Lecture/Discussion: Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World by Haruki Murakami – 6:30-8:30pm. Across two parallel narratives, Murakami draws readers into a mindbending universe in which Lauren Bacall, Bob Dylan, a split-brained data processor, a deranged scientist, his shockingly undemure granddaughter, and various thugs, librarians, and subterranean monsters collide to dazzling effect. What emerges is a novel that is at once hilariously funny and a deeply serious meditation on the nature and uses of the mind. Meet in the bistro’s private room; future books will be chosen by the group. Amelia’s Bistro, 187 Warren St, Jersey City. Meetup.com/JC-BookClub/.
Writing for Wellness – Feb 3, 10, 17, 24. 1-2:30pm. An online support group that fosters expression. Led by a social work professional, writing sessions will cover positive coping skills, self-care journaling, reflection activities and more. All sessions will be live on Zoom and open to adults and young adults. Free. Information and registration: HobokenLibrary.org/Literacy/.
Prenatal Yoga – Through Feb: Mon & Wed, 7:30-8:30pm; Sat, 10-11am. For mammas-to-be, post-natal, and any other women who would like to join. This is a gentle yoga class focusing on areas of the body that ask for extra attention during pregnancy. Each class is tailored for the women in the room and their specific needs and desires. This is a semi-private class (five students maximum), so that each woman can receive personalized attention and support. Come to move, breathe, open the body in preparation for labor and delivery, and simply to connect with other women. $40/ one class, $175/five classes. Celebrate Life Studio, 1200 Park Ave, Hoboken. 201-687-9901. Register: CelebrateLifeStudioHoboken.com.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5 Ballet Basics for Youth with Disabilities – Feb 5, 12, 19, 26. 3:30-4pm. Zoom classes for youth with disabilities ages 7 thru 17. These very basic classes are to help encourage physical fitness, enrichment of cognitive and psychological health, social activity, and overall wellness. Attendees under the age of 7 should be accompanied by an adult, and for those who may have difficulty participating on their own, a facilitator is recommended. Kennedy Dancers School. 201-659-2190. KennedyDancers.org. Modern Dance: Zoom Class for Youth with Disabilities – 4:15-4:45pm. For youth with disabilities ages 7 thru 17. These very basic classes are to help encourage physical fitness, enrichment of cognitive and psychological health, social activity, and overall wellness. Attendees under the age of 7 should be accompanied by an adult, and for those who may have difficulty participating on their own, a facilitator is recommended. Kennedy Dancers School. 201-659-2190. KennedyDancers.org.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6
Kids Art Classes – Through Feb. 11am-2pm. Museum Kids Art Classes take place three days a week – Tues, Thurs, Fri – for fun art making in the Museum walkway. Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided, and adults must wear masks and maintain social distance. Seating available first-come, first-served. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org.
Creative Writing for HS Students – Feb 6, 13, 20. 10-11:30am. This course will offer students the opportunity to get creative with language and have the freedom to choose their own writing project: A slam poetry reading, a collection of flash fiction, a fantasy story, or anything in between. It will develop students’ creativity and own sense of writing style while still enabling them to consider feedback and different perspectives. $56. 161 Newkirk St, Jersey City. To register: 201-360-4260. CGuerra@HCCC.edu. HCCC.edu/ ContinuingEducation.
Microsoft Office Basics – Tue, Thu, Feb 2-18. 6-8pm. This course will give you the basics of some of the most often used Microsoft programs available. Each week you will develop your skills and become a more productive and efficient user. Upon completion of this course, you will have gained foundational skills to complete many Microsoft Office tasks. $85. 161 Newkirk St, Jersey City. To register: 201-360-4239. AMuniz@HCCC.edu. HCCC.edu/ContinuingEducation. Shamanic Sound Journey – 7:30-9pm. In studio & livestream. Leigh Higgins leads a sound immersion for the soul, using vocals and a variety of ancient instruments to shift our inner and outer perspective, helping discover our spirit guides and soul’s path. At the core of this path are experiential practices that lead to a deeper understanding of who we are. By exploring these practices personally and as a community, we learn to access the wisdom of spirit and make changes that enable us to feel fully connected. $25/livestream, $35/in studio. Urban Souls Yoga, 100 Hudson St, Fourth Fl, Hoboken. To register: 201-683-4002. UrbanSoulsYoga.com.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Breathwork Meditation Experience w/ Mary Kate Kelly – 7-8:15pm. A livestream guided journey of using breathwork as an active meditation tool which works to influence mental, emotional and physical states. Practice three-part breathing patterns to help free stuck energy in the mind-body while experiencing how it assists you with the challenge of meditation. $25. Register here: UrbanSoulsYoga.com/ Breathwork-Meditation. Bayonne Midtown Book Club – 7-8:30pm. Interested in reading good books and discussing them in an open and social environment? The newly formed Bayonne Midtown Book Club will meet the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Come and engage in some lively discussions. Join anytime, this is an ongoing program. Book Club coordinators are Peg Margoshes and Peg Osnato. Questions? Email: BayMidBookGroup@gmail.com. Free. Board room, second floor, Bayonne Free Public Library, 697 Avenue C (Corner of 31st Street), Bayonne.
Basic Life Support Training Certification – Feb 10, 25, Mar 16. BLS for Healthcare Providers uses a scenario-based approach to develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills that drive better outcomes for adult, child, and infant patients. Topics include: choking, critical thinking and problem solving, communication and teamwork and many more. $77. Hudson County Community College, 161 Newkirk St, Jersey City. To register: 201-360-4239. HCCC.edu/ContinuingEducation. AM High Party – 8-9am. Skip the mundane morning routine and head over to a virtual dance floor with like-minded adults waking up to their best day yet. AM High Party is a place to connect, move, socialize (virtually for now!), and feel inspired and energized no matter what age! On our “dance floor” strip away the labels of who you think you need to be so you can find who you really are. $10. You will receive a Zoom link to join the party upon registering! 201-687-9901. Register: CelebrateLifeStudioHoboken.com. Small Group Prenatal Yoga – Weds, 6-7pm. A socially distanced small group pre-natal studio class, masks required. Gently flowing practice will help to improve circulation, ease digestion, maintain a limber spine, strengthen your uterus and pelvic muscles, and simply make you more at ease throughout your pregnancy. Plenty of time to share and address common challenges faced over the prenatal journey including nausea, varicose veins, swelling, and back pain. Class is limited to 6 students. You must bring your own mat, blanket and/ or blocks. Sattva Yoga Jersey City, 523 Palisade Ave, Jersey City. 201-839-5242. SattvaYogaJC.com.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Seasonal Scavenger Hunt – Feb 13-14. Families will receive a digital set of clues through email to independently solve nature riddles along Nature Center trails. Each family will need to work as a team as they hike along the trails to complete the hunt. Program is intended for families with children 4 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Program will be held entirely outdoors. In case of inclement weather, the program will be postponed the program to the following month. Social distancing in effect. Masks required when distance cannot be maintained. Space is limited and pre-registration is recommended. $10/ non-member family, free/member family and children under 2. Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave, Tenafly. 201-568-6093. TenaflyNatureCenter.org. Couples Brunch – 11am-2pm. Brunch class hits all the right notes with a savory duck confit with bitter greens, decadent créme brûlée french toast, buttery popovers with compound butter, and your classic hash browns. Will demystify the poached egg and cover lots of technique. Mimosas optional. Classes will be reduced capacity with all tables being 6’ apart. All guests will be required to wear masks until ready for dining. If the weather permits, we will have tables outside for that portion of the evening. Turn your weekend brunch into an interactive experience with someone special. $200 per couple. Hudson Table, 1403 Clinton St, Hoboken. HudsonTable.com. Galentines Floral Arranging Workshop – 11am-2pm. Larkspur Botanicals will be guiding guests in creating their own floral arrangement to take home and enjoy. Pretty in pinks with fresh cut and preserved elements to enjoy for an extended time. First timers welcome, no experience needed. $40. The Cottage, 136 Monticello Ave, Jersey City. 201-200-7067. TheCottageJerseyCity.com.
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