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Exhibition - Dawn Clements, Living Large: A

Survey – Sep1-4. Showcases nearly 30 years of the artists’ output. Known for addressing issues of personal space and the portrayal of women, particularly in melodrama and film noir, Clements constantly pushed the boundaries of the paper medium, creating works ranging in size from several inches to panoramas up to seventy-eight feet wide. Her process of folding, cutting, and gluing eventually distresses the paper, revealing the passage of time while giving the works a tactile and sculptural quality. Mana Contemporary Jersey City, 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City. ManaContemporary.com. CASA Volunteer Service –CASA volunteers (court appointed special advocates) are ordinary people who have the opportunity to influence a foster child’s life across many significant and far-reaching life concerns such as medical care, academics, and enrichment activities. Individuals with a desire to help children and a willingness to commit themselves to a foster child in need of the unique one-on-one attention of a CASA volunteer. The first step to becoming a volunteer is to attend an information session. Email Volunteer Coordinator Clare Daley: CDaley@hudsoncountycasa.org. The Magic Hour – Streaming on demand through Sep. 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. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Children’s Chess Lessons – Mon, Wed, Thu through Sep. 4-6pm. Adult chess lessons available Wed from 6:30-7pm. In addition to chess club, Play Hoboken offers and 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. 201876-9666. HobokenChess.com. Groove on Grove – Wed through Sep. 6-9pm. Jersey City’s free summer weekly music series featuring a wide variety of musicians and performers, and a wide variety of artisans and vendors. This is a family friendly event that brings the community together to celebrate Jersey City and its diversity. Grove Street PATH Plaza. 201-547-3554. JCDowntown.org. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

Mana Contemporary Special Exhibits – Thur, Fri by appointment. Mana Contemporary’s special exhibitions - 44 Signs of the Times, Dawn Clements, Living Large: A Survey, Implied Scale: Confronting the Enormity of Climate Change, and Ruth Hardinger: Transcending Fields - are currently on view by appointment only, through engaging tours. Reserve your spot online. Mana Contemporary, 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City. ManaContemporary.com. Kids Museum Art Classes – Through Sep. 10am1pm. 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, firstserved.Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org. Hoboken Talks – Thur. through Sep. 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, SEPTEMBER 3

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. Artist & Maker Market – Sep 3, 4, 8, 10, 11. Wed, Fri 3-9pm, Sat 12-6pm. An open-air bazaar featuring locally created fine art and premium hand-crafted goods. Artist & Maker Market connects artists and artisans with the Jersey City & metro NYC community, to support handmade goods as an alternative to massproduced items and work to cultivate small business and entrepreneurship by providing a thriving place for them to sell. Grove Street PATH Plaza, Jersey City. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Falun Dafa (Falun Gong) Meditation & Qigong

– Sat & Sun through Sep. 6:50-8:50am. A selfcultivation practice based on the Buddha school of teachings, Falun Dafa consists of four standing qigong exercises (similar to tai chi) and a seated meditation. Besides the exercises, practitioners seek to refine their character by improving themselves in everyday life. Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Dr, Hoboken. FalunDafa.org. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

Storytime at the Fire Department Museum – Sundays, 1:30-2pm. Storytime program designed especially for the youngest museum visitors, ages 2-5 years. Stories and songs about city life are presented by museum staff and guest readers. All are invited, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations are not required; however, space is limited. $5 per family. Fire Department Museum, 213 Bloomfield St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org. News AboutMedia for Kids – Sun through Sep. 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. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

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. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

Hoboken Italian Festival – Sept 9-12. Thu, Fri 6-11pm; Sat, Sun 11am-11pm. The premier ItalianAmerican festival in the tri-state area is derived from a 600-year-old festival in Italy, the Feast of the Madonna Dei Martiri. The highlight of the fest, beyond the variety of foods and days of entertainment, is the daylong religious procession on Sat, Sept 10. The procession runs through the streets of Hoboken, including a reenactment of the Blessing of the Fleet in the Hudson River. The fest culminates with a fireworks extravaganza. Frank Sinatra Dr, Hoboken. 201-653-2699. 732-255-2144.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

JC Fridays Fall Edition – A free arts festival in Jersey City presented by Art House Productions. During JC Fridays, you can tour galleries, businesses, event venues and art-related spaces to see a variety of artwork and enjoy the spirit and culture of the city as you mingle with other residents and visitors. All events are free and open to the public.JCFridays.com. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Bridge Arts Festival – 11am-6:30pm. A celebration of creative arts in Bayonne, the festival will feature an artist market, kids craft corner by Crafty Fox, musical performances, a food truck row and a dance performance stage. This is a family friendly event. Mayor Dennis P Collins Park, West 1st St, Bayonne. BridgeArtsFestival.com.

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Weekends Sept 16 to Oct 2

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised]

Three actors stumble through all 37 of the Bard’s plays in 90 irreverent minutes. How do they do it? Very poorly. How do they do it so quickly? “With great dispatch!” as old Billy Shakes would say. If you like Shakespeare, you’ll like this play. If you hate Shakespeare, you’ll love this play. Free with reservation. See website for days and times. Sinatra Park Amphitheatre Hoboken. MileSquareTheatre.org

Bike Club – 10am. Bayonne Recreation Department hosts. Beginners and experienced riders of all ages are welcome. Residents may register the morning of each ride at the event. Free. Stephen Gregg Park, near 48th Street at the lower level, Bayonne. For information: Pete Amadeo, 201-858-6129 or BayonneRec@aol.com.

Kayak / Stand Up Paddle Board: Hoboken Cove

Community Boathouse – 11am-3pm. Kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, and outrigger canoeing in our protected cove. All ages welcome! Free. Maxwell Place Park. Hoboken waterfront near the intersection of Frank Sinatra Drive and Maxwell Place. HobokenCoveBoathouse.org.

Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse: Kayak &

SUP – 12-4pm. No experience necessary. However, it will be a workout. Trip leaders will run a short paddle test before leaving the cove to ensure everyone is comfortable and safe in their kayak. All participants must be at least 18 years of age and must know how to swim. Free. Maxwell Place Park. Hoboken waterfront near the intersection of Frank Sinatra Drive and Maxwell Place. HobokenCoveBoathouse.org. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

Carbohydrate Counting for Persons with Dia-

betes – 10:30am-12pm. Jennifer Meyers, RD, and Deanna Schweighardt, RD, registered dietitians and certified diabetes care and education specialists with the Center for Diabetes Wellness and Prevention, will lead a discussion about carbohydrates in relationship to diabetes. This class will focus on how carbohydrates affect blood sugars, review carbohydrate counting skills, identify portion size as well as discuss label reading and tools to assist in accurately counting carbohydrates. To register for this virtual program, RWJBH.org/Events/Event/?Event=6564.

The Last Kings of Shanghai: The Rival Jewish Dynas-

ties..., by Jonathan Kaufman – 5:30-7pm. The book lays bare the moral compromises of the Kadoories and the Sassoons--and their exceptional foresight, success, and generosity. At the height of World War II, they joined together to rescue and protect eighteen thousand Jewish refugees fleeing Nazism. Though their stay in China started out as a business opportunity, the country became a home they were reluctant to leave, even on the eve of revolution. As the United States confronts China’s rise, and China grapples with the pressures of breakneck modernization and global power, the long-hidden odysseys of the Sassoons and the Kadoories hold a key to understanding the present moment. Free; register online. Amelia’s Bistro, 187 Warren St, Jersey City. Meetup.com/JC-BookClub/. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

Basic Life Support Training Certification – Sep 14, 21. 9am-1:30pm. BLS for Healthcare Providers uses a scenariobased approach to develop the critical thinking and problemsolving 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: 201-360-4246. Time, details: Gransom@hccc.edu. HCCC.edu/ContinuingEducation. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

All About Downtown Street Fair – 12-8pm. Featuring over a hundred vendors selling all sorts of products ranging from handmade jewelry to one of a kind art work, 10+ of the top food trucks in the tri-state area and all sorts of fun for the family, like kids rides and face painting, beer gardens, and live music throughout the day. In 2015 this event brought over 30,000 into our downtown corridor with September gearing up to be the best year yet! Newark Avenue between Grove Street and Coles Street.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

North Bergen Flea Market & Collectible Show – 9am-4pm. More than 50 exhibitors selling an array of merchandise such as back to school items, handbags, incense and oils, sports collectibles, jewelry, gift items, antiques and collectibles, garage/tag sale items and more. Fundraiser for NJ Special Olympics. 9280 John F Kennedy Blvd, North Bergen. Main Street Pops – 11am-4pm. Open-air artisan market provides a public venue in Hoboken for high quality artisans and makers to sell their handmade goods as well as for local residents to enjoy their neighborhood, view art, and engage with one another. Fashion, accessories, jewelry, bath products, pet products, home goods, fine art, photography. Under 14th Street Viaduct, GPS- 1401 Adams Street, Hoboken. Neighborhood BBQ – 5-7pm. Sponsored by Neighborhood Church. Join your neighbors for a summer cookout! Swing by for some music, conversation, and free food. All food is provided. Just bring yourself and meet a new neighbor! All current COVID guidelines will be followed to ensure we all are safe and have a great time! 455 9th St, Hoboken. MileSquare.church. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

Hoboken Green Team Meeting – 6:30-7:30pm. Monthly conversation with the Green Team regarding updates and upcoming projects. Hoboken City Hall, 94 Washington St, Hoboken. 201-420-2000. HobokenNJ.gov. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Celiac Disease & Gluten Free Support Group Meet-

ing – 5-6pm. Saint Barnabas Medical Center hosts. This virtual group, led by Michelle Pasia, MPH, RDN, Program Coordinator of The Kogan Celiac Center, is for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity as well as their loved ones who would like to learn more. It is designed to share and learn about what is new in the gluten-free world through conversation, recipes, tip exchanges and educational presentations. Gluten free is always a family issue so feel free to invite your family members. Advanced online registration is required by visiting: RWJBH.org/Events/ SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Special Night Ride: Bike Club – 7:30pm. Bayonne Recreation Department hosts. Beginners and experienced riders of all ages are welcome. Residents may register the morning of each ride at the event. Free. Stephen Gregg Park, near 48th Street at the lower level, Bayonne. For information: Pete Amadeo, 201-858-6129 or BayonneRec@aol.com. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

Inspiration Trap – 6, 7, 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. Downtown Jersey City Farmers’ Market – Mon & Thu through May. 4-8pm. The Historic Downtown Jersey City farmers’ market features various NJ vendors and local Jersey City vendors. Operating for over a decade, the Historic Downtown Jersey City Farmers Market, conveniently located by the PATH Train station and Grove Street bus stop in the heart of the historic downtown, it’s the place to get your groceries and treats! Come out and support NJ farms and businesses and get your fresh produce, pies, cookies, flowers and more. 201-547-3554. JCDowntown.org. Hamilton Park Farmer’s MarketThe Farmers’ Market began Wednesday, May 5, and runs weekly through the fall.The hours will be from 4pm to 7pm. Hamilton Park, 8th Street at Jersey Avenue, is easily accessible on foot from Jersey City PATH stations located at Grove Street and Newport. Check the website for a list of vendors and products for sale. HPNA.WildApricot.org/Farmers-Market. HDSID Farmer’s Market The Historic Downtown Special Improvement District Farmers Market is open year-round, and the summer/fall session, begun in April, runs Mondays and Thursdays from 4-8pm. The location will remain at the Grove PATH Plaza, Newark Ave and Grove St, but will also include the “first green” area of the Newark Avenue Pedestrian Mall. Check the website for a list of vendors and products for sale. JCDowntown.org. Hoboken Farmers Market The Hoboken Farmers Market will be back June 1st for its 23rd year on Tuesdays from 2-7:30pm. It will be located between Fourth and Fifth Garden Street on the east side of Church Square Park near the Demarest School. The Farmers Market is sponsored by the Quality-of-Life Coalition. Vendors in attendance will include Union Hill Farms, Roger’s Seafood, Melick’s Town Farm, Circle Brook Organic Farms, Pickle-Licious, Gourmet Dried Fruit and Nuts, and Hoboken Farms. Paulus Hook Farmers Market Paulus Hook Farmer’s Market is located at the end of Washington Street in the Morris Canal State Park next to the Korean War Memorial, in Jersey City. It is open on Saturdays from 10am to 4pm December (closes after Christmas). For more information: PaulusHook.org. Secaucus Green Farmers Market Green Farmers Market is a retail store rather than an outdoor market, but some customers love it. “I actually drive from Fort Lee to Secaucus for my produce,” wrote one Yelp customer. It’s open from 8am to 9pm daily at 101 Plaza Center in Secaucus. Call 201-866-1200 for more information. Uptown Farmers Market The City of Hoboken will host the Uptown Farmers Market every Saturday, from 9am to 2pm, under the 14th Street viaduct between Grand and Adams Streets, Hoboken. The market will have a variety of fruits, vegetables, and other local products. Some of the vendors in attendance are Stony Hill Farms, Cotton Cattle, Hoboken Farms, Roger’s Seafood, Picklicious, Choc-O-Pain and Paolo’s Kitchen. To add to the fun, there will be live music on some days. Van Vorst Park Farmer’s MarketVan Vorst Farmers Market, Van Vorst Park, Montgomery and Jersey Avenue, Jersey City, opened in May and will be open until December on Saturdays, 8am to 2pm. This seasonal open-air market offers a wide variety of goods, including fresh organic and conventional fruits and vegetables, baked goods, seafood, fresh mozzarella, pickles, and flowers. Bayonne Farmers Market Tuesdays, 2-7pm. It is on 23rd between Broadway and Demonte Drive in Bayonne.