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The Magic Hour; Mile Square Theatre – Streaming on demand through Jan. Mile Square Theatre presents the cinematic filming of its world premiere production of Sarah Weber Gallo/dance theatre’s The Magic Hour. Dancers fling themselves through a scary/happy/sad dreamscape in search of how to be, how to make an impact, and how to fade away in this ecstatic new dance theatre work. The Magic Hour attacks the existential problem of unstoppable time with ferocious energy as the performers grasp at immortality. Winner Best Feature Film – NYC Indie Theatre Film Festival 2021. Free; reserve tickets on line. Mile Square Theatre, 1400 Clinton St, Hoboken. MileSquareTheatre.org.

Healing Meditation, Restorative Yoga and Reiki

– THC is a favorite space to experience healing through connection, meditation, and movement. They offer guided meditations, Yin Yoga, mat based experiences, rhythm based cycling and expansive workshops to support your healing journey. The Healing Center, 80 River St, Ste 5A, Hoboken. 973-216-2492. TheHealingCenterHoboken.com. TUESDAY, JANUARY 4

Art Classes for Kids – Through Jan. 10am-1pm. 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; 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. 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. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 5

Joy of Breathing – Wed through Jan. 12-12:30pm. The transformational breathing technique works to quickly and effectively allow you to access a deeper, more conscious connection with the body, mind, heart and spirit. Learn to access deep meditative states of consciousness and how to breath naturally and fully with this simple and effective method, and breathe your way to greater health, vitality, peace and joy. Virtual event, free. EventBrite.com. THURSDAY, JANUARY 6

In Good Company: Special Exhibition – Jan 6&7 by appointment. The Monira Foundation is pleased to partner with Mana Contemporary to present a group exhibition of works by current Mana Contemporary Chicago residents. In Good Company presents recent works of artists in residence, hoping to open up conversation with the viewers regarding their practice and what it means to create works of art. Currently on view by appointment only. Reserve your spot online. Mana Contemporary, 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City. ManaContemporary.com.

Inspiration Trap: A Unique Workshop of Creative

Arts – Thur. through Jan. 6pm, 7pm and 8pm. This unique workshop seeks to reclaim our inspiration and imagination, rethink the unthinkable. It is ideal for people working in the creative arts as well as students, entrepreneurs, team managers, corporate leaders and anyone looking to implement their creative vision. Feel free to bring along a personal object, a piece of clothing or even a small piece of furniture to play with during this hands-on experiment in innovative thinking. Please sign up for the sessions on Eventbrite. $30. Issyra Gallery, 300 Observer Highway, Hoboken. Hoboken Talks – Jan 6, 13, 20, 27. 7-8pm. The Hoboken Museum offers a live-streamed program - Hoboken Talks! - streamed live on YouTube, as well as Facebook and Twitter. Viewers can submit questions using the chat feature. YouTube.com/ User/HobokenMuseum. See the website for other social media links to bookmark your preferred channel. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org. HOHA Run – Thursdays, 7:40pm. The Hoboken Harriers Running Club, a diverse group of runners/ joggers, welcomes runners of all abilities for a 5.2-mile run. 6th Street & Washington, Hoboken. Libations: Moran’s Pub. Info: HOHA.net.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 7

The Mindful Munch Method – Fri through Jan. If you were to make a change and achieve harmony between food, mood, and body, you’d be doing cartwheels. You’d feel peaceful and at ease without the fear and anxiety creeping up for months, years, and decades to come. It’s time to make a change. Join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Rachel Naar in the Mindful Munch Method along with the vast community of people who have consistently and reliably felt food freedom. She will help you debunk and demystify food, draw connections to overall well-being and make life palatable. RachelNaar.Kartra.com. Friday Storytime at the Museum – Fridays 10:3011:45am. Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers. The program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis; children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. $5 donation appreciated. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org. RWJBarnabas Hope and Healing Program – Tues, 6-7pm. RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery’s Hope and Healing Program offers emotional support services, education and communitybased resources for individuals and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through a variety of virtual services, this program aims to assist those impacted by the pandemic to better adjust to their new reality, mitigate stress, review options, develop coping strategies, and, if needed, find linkages to agencies, programs, and other resources in their community. RWJBH.org. Zoom Meeting ID: 844 0635 4514 Passcode: 364638. SATURDAY, JANUARY 8

Knee Pain Corrective Exercise Workshop for

Women Only – Jan 8&9. 11am-12:30pm both days. This is a virtual interactive workshop; you will perform the exercises while sitting at your computer. Learn non-invasive methods to reduce arthritis discomforted, climb stairs take walks and go dancing without pain and avoid surgery, cortisone and drugs. The program “Knee Pain Recipe” was created by a personal trainer. It’s a 6-step system design to reduce knee pain and return you to an active life. Host: Renee Moten. Please bring a yoga strap and tennis ball. Zoom I.D. will be emailed. EventBrite.com/D/Online/All-Events/.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 9

Media News For/About Kids – Sun through Jan. 6pm. A radio show hosted by a nationwide team of more than 60 youth entertainment reporters, ages 8 to 21, who attend press screenings, press junkets, premieres and red carpets and other media events. They give you the latest news about media for kids, by kids. Before you spend your hard-earned money at the movies, listen to what they have to say. VoiceAmerica. com/Show/1950/Kids-First-Coming-Attractions. MONDAY, JANUARY 10

Healing for Humanity – 3-4pm. Experience the power of Love Peace Harmony to benefit your health, relationships, and your work life. Acquire powerful new tools for nurturing your health and creating more success in every aspect of your life. Hear from participants who have had life changing results from these simple and practical meditations and self-healing practices. In these powerful, experiential sessions, you will learn the simple, practical tools of Love Peace Harmony song, meditation, and Tao Calligraphy tracing. These simple, easy to learn techniques balance and harmonize soul, heart, mind and body. Virtual event. EventBrite.com.

Book Club Discussion: Hamnet, by Maggie O’Farrell

– 5:30-7pm. In 1580s England, during the Black Plague, a young Latin tutor falls in love with an extraordinary, eccentric young woman in this “exceptional historical novel” (The New Yorker) and best-selling winner of the Women’s Prize for Fiction. A luminous portrait of a marriage, a shattering evocation of a family ravaged by grief and loss, and an unforgettable reimagining of a boy whose life has been all but forgotten, and whose name was given to one of the most celebrated plays of all time. Free; register online. Amelia’s Bistro, 187 Warren St, Jersey City. Meetup.com/JC-BookClub/. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12

Joy Of Breathing – Wed through Jan. 6-6:30pm. The transformational breathing technique works to quickly and effectively allow you to access a deeper, more conscious connection with the body, mind, heart and spirit. Learn to access deep meditative states of consciousness and how to breath naturally and fully with this simple and effective method, and breathe your way to greater health, vitality, peace and joy. Virtual event, free. EventBrite.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 13

Supporting Students with ADHD – 6pm. The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute invites you to attend their 2021-2022 Special Education Webinar Series. This series will provide students, parents, and professionals with valuable information about trending topics in special education. Each webinar will be 45 minutes in length, followed by 15 minutes of Q&A with our guest presenters. BergenResourceNet.org/ News-Events.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 14

Special Bollywood Event: The White Night Affair – Fri, 9pm-Sat, 2am. Kicking off 2022 with all positivity and good hopes. So dress in white, in style and with flair for a special Bollywood night. The theme of the evening will be set with latest and peppy Bollywood music to set the mood to perfect setting atmosphere for a dance party. Try your moves and get that super star out. Ice breakers and give aways. games & winners. $30. Dorrian’s Red Hand, 555 Washington Blvd, Jersey City. EventBrite.com. MONDAY, JANUARY 17

Kids Taco Party – 1-3pm. They’ll be making two different types of tacos from scratch (including the taco shells) along with a cilantro lime slaw and chocolate chili brownies for dessert. Kids will learn how to work in the kitchen and come out of the class with stronger knife skills (with kid friendly knives), culinary knowledge and some baking basics along with expanding their food knowledge. Recommended ages: 8-14. This class is drop off. $75. Hudson Table Hoboken, 1403 Clinton St, Hoboken, HudsonTable.com. TUESDAY, JANUARY 18

The Awesome – 7:30-9pm. This experience pairs ancient practices with modern science to improve and maintain your vital energy flow. The Awesome revitalizes and relaxes by combining Qi Gong, vigorous breathing, body tapping, and energy flow mediation. The Awesome! allows you to maximize your innate healing abilities as well as release deeply held stress and stagnant energy through a super-fun practice of easy, flowing movements. Join us at the studio this month for a transformative experience that will leave your energy flowing and your heart invigorated! $35 in studio. Urban Souls Yoga, 100 Hudson St, Fourth Fl, Hoboken. To register: 201-683-4002. UrbanSoulsYoga.com. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19

Hudson ELC Virtual Meeting – 9-10am. Employer Legislative Committee meetings are opportunities for the business community to speak directly with policy makers from throughout the state. Please join us for the next in our ongoing series of updates on current legislative events in New Jersey and Hudson County. The speaker will be the Hon. Steven M. Fulop, Mayor of Jersey City. Also joining will be the New Jersey Business & Industry Association. HudsonChamber.org/Events. Knit Night – Weds, 7-9pm. Fun conversation and working together by Zoom on fiber crafts! Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, spinning, weaving or whatever craft you’re enjoying at the moment. Register online for the event and you’ll be sent the meeting invite which includes the Zoom code as well as the weekly Theme of the Week. ShopYarnia.com. TUESDAY, JANUARY 25

Sound Bath Experience – 7:30-9pm. The Sound Bath was created to be a self-care experience to aid in the healing and strengthening of the mind-body connection. The Sound Bath experience targets the physical, emotional, mental, energetic, and spiritual components of the mind-body connection by utilizing the amazing healing powers of sound vibrations. These vibrations allow us to release energy blockages and let go of unhealthy patterns. As we shift our vibrations away from harmful lower frequencies, we allow ourselves to transform into the best version of ourself. $35 in studio. Urban Souls Yoga, 100 Hudson St, Fourth Fl, Hoboken. To register: 201-683-4002. UrbanSoulsYoga.com. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26

Social Chess Night: Open Play and Beginners – 6:30-10pm. An adult social chess night for all levels, ages 18 and up. Basic instructions for beginners from 6:30pm-7pm. Play Hoboken also offers an abundance of fun activities including golf, billiards, ping pong, board games, darts and more. Food and beverages are available for purchase and it is a BYOB facility if anyone wishes to bring beer or wine. Pay what you can. Play Hoboken, 1012 Grand St, 3rd, Hoboken. HobokenChess.com. SATURDAY, JANUARY 29

New Jersey Winter Home Show – 29, 30. Sat, 10am-8pm; Sun, 10am-5pm. The home experts will showcase their products and services for your home projects. There will be home improvement and remodeling exhibits; sample interior and exterior vignettes; product demonstrations; and more. You will find the best resources in landscaping, design services, home improvement, and more. $10. Meadowlands Expo Center, 355 Plaza Dr, Secaucus. NJHomeShow-Me.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 31

Health and Happiness Workshop – 11am12:30pm. The Art of Living brings you this free holistic and integrated workshop called the Health and Happiness which provide unique tools and techniques which help combat stress accumulated in our daily, modern life. Through breathing techniques and meditation taught in this workshop one feels light, energetic and enthusiastic to take on life. Art Of Living Retreat Center.Org/Calendar/.