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n September 2012, Hudson got a little more artsy when professional playwright Joe Gallo brought Hudson County Community College to a new stage – or rather, brought the stage to HCCC. Gallo, whose plays have been performed in Hoboken, New York and other cities throughout the country, is a theater arts professor at HCCC who helped institute a new theater arts degree program. The new curriculum – which began in the 2012-2013 school year – is designed to provide students with a broad-based liberal arts education with core curriculum classes in theater that include Acting, Playwriting and Drama. Students who successfully complete the two-year program earn an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts – Theater, that prepares them to transfer to four-year colleges and universities where they can earn Bachelor of Arts degrees in theater and related programs. con’t pg. 2

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A theater professional – he’s a producer and Associate Artist at Mile Square Theater in Hoboken – Gallo earned an MFA in playwriting from Ohio University and his plays have been produced OffBroadway, at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. and at other theaters throughout the country.

Gallo has taught Playwriting, Acting and other theaterrelated courses at the School of Visual Arts, Drew University and Kean University.

Recently, Gallo spoke with Riverview Observer about how he initiated the new Theater Arts program and what prospective students can look forward to if they decide to enroll.

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By Sally Deering

RVO: Joe, can you share with our readers how the new theater arts program began?

JG: In 2007 HCCC hired to teach creative writing and because I have an MFA in playwriting, I was asked to revamp its Introduction to Acting class. I did that for the college and when I asked why the college doesn’t offer more theater classes, I was told, ‘because we don’t have a theater.’

RVO: Does a school need a theater to have a theater arts program?

JG: No and I told them,’ that shouldn’t stop you,’ I said, ‘Do you know who Bobby Hurley is?’ There would be a faint recognition. I said, ‘Bobby Hurley teaches at St. Anthony High School (in Jersey City. He’s their

basketball coach and he’s the “winningest” basketball coach. He’s in the Hall of Fame. St. Anthony doesn’t have a basketball court. They practice in a basement of their church where they have to strike the table and chairs from Bingo to play.’

RVO: Why start a theater arts degree program at HCCC? Why was that important to you?

JG: One of the things I discovered was that HCCC was one of three community colleges in New Jersey that didn’t offer theater as a major. And yet, we’re a subway ride from the greatest theater district in the world. The theater is not an exclusive club. The theater welcomes all. That’s what I stress in terms of the students going forward. I tell them ‘You’ve been to Times Square. (The Broadway con’t pg. 3

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RVO: Is that when you got the idea to initiate a degree program in theater arts?

JG: I wondered what it would take to create a major here. Harvey Rubenstein who is the Chair of HCCCs Humanities Department, a great guy and mentor, gave me a few templates for other programs and I started doing the work. To put the program together took a good five years.

RVO: And what are your plans for the fall when the program begins its second year?

JG: Now that we have the program, we’ll find the place to build that theater.

That will be the next goal – to get a stage built. We also have an Acting II class that will begin in the fall.

RVO: As you know, a career in the theater can be very challenging and many theater professionals seem to find it hard to make a living. How do you address that with your students?

JG: Advice I was given when I was younger turned out to be true for me: If you follow your passion, the money will come. You’ll find a way to make a living.

I stress to the students a life in the theater is a commitment to a way of life. You’re going to have moments when you score, when you crash, when you make a lot of money, when you’re searching for your next job. That’s just your life in the theater.

up and running and the students are very excited about it. Several students who are graduating this year said to me, “I wish you had this last year. I would have majored in it.”

For more information on the new Associate in Art Liberal Arts – Theater degree program, go to: www.hccc.edu.

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RVO: Although it’s early in the program, would you say it’s a successful venture?

JG: So far it’s been great.

The word is out and everyone knows the program is

RVO: Graduating from HCCC with an Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts, students will be able to move on to other colleges to earn a Bachelor’s degree?

JG: We’re setting up articulation agreements with other schools including Kean University, William Paterson, Ramapo and New Jersey City University. They will take our students if they transfer, they’ll accept the credits. If a student decides moving forward they don’t want to be in the theater, they have a Liberal Arts Degree to build on. They have that option. We’re giving the students a broadbased education which is essential.

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H & M Powerhouse Loses Smokestacks Gains Momentum Stabilization of the Powerhouse Moves Forward

By Sally Deering

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he Hudson & Manhattan RR Powerhouse in the downtown section of Jersey City stands amidst the million-dollar high-rises like a drab Cinderella before her Fairy Godmother turns her into a Princess. An icon of the golden age of Jersey City, the H&M Powerhouse that once harnessed electrical power to the Hudson Trains and Tunnel that connected New Jersey and New York before the PATH is now a deconstructed shell of her former self and – just like Cinderella – about to receive a makeover.

Located on Washington Boulevard between First and Bay Streets in downtown Jersey City, the H & M Powerhouse is in the city’s Warehouse Historic District

on the National Register of Historic Places.

Designed by architect John Oakman and his partner W. Powell Robins, the H & M Powerhouse began powering up H & M Railroad’s Hudson Tunnels subway line that connected New Jersey and New York on February 25, 1908.

It provided power 24/7 to the cars, lines, stations and terminals here and in New York. In 1929 the H & M Powerhouse closed and in December 2001, the National Register of Historic Places certified it as a national landmark.

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Jersey City jointly own the building and in 2009 agreed to the stabilization of the Powerhouse which has now become the anchor for the Powerhouse Arts District – a proposed mecca of theaters, art galleries, restaurants and shops. According to Bob Antonicello, Executive Director of the Jersey City Redevelopment Authority which oversees new and reconstructed building development in Jersey City, the ongoing stabilization of the historic H & M Powerhouse by the JCRA has entered a critical stage with the removal of the building’s smokestacks.

“Unfortunately, the removal of the smokestacks is something that is unavoidable,” Antonicello says.

“The years of deterioration have undermined the

stability of the stacks and after exhaustive engineering studies, including invasive testing last spring, have led to the conclusion that the smokestacks could not be saved.”

The removal began the last week of March and will take approximately six weeks.

“Although we are saddened to see the smokestacks removed, we are encouraged by the fact that the building has been stabilized,” Antonicello says. “We are now moving forward with the designated redeveloper, the Cordish Companies of Baltimore, Maryland, with the future plans which will include the reconstruction of the smokestacks.”

Jersey City Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy says that although he was disappointed when he learned that the smokestacks would have to come down, he is encouraged by the hard work the JCRA is doing to preserve “the historic treasure of our City’s industrial past.”

“I know, like the Power Plant in Baltimore, this property will see a rebirth that will be a lynchpin for the Powerhouse Arts District and a landmark for the City,” Healy says.

For more information on the history of the H&M Powerhouse, visit: www.njcu.edu; www.jerseycitylandmarks. org

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Make ‘Em Laugh

by Sally Deering It’s April and maybe you could use a few good laughs to cheer up those IRS blues.

Then why not head over to Art House Productions in Jersey City on Sat, April 27 for a night of stand-up

Stand Up Comedy at Art House Productions, Jersey City

comedy featuring Mike Britt.

Host Rich Kiamco, who runs the comedy nights at Art House Productions, promises it will be an evening of topical comedy not “Photoshop commentary”.

“The show is great,”

Kiamco says. “This is almost our third year at Art House.

The show has a following; it’s a good time. There’s always a headliner from ‘The Tonight Show’ or Comedy Central.”

Living in Hudson offers plenty of resources to inspire laughs, Kiamco says, especially when the comedy is based on natural disasters.

“We had two disaster shows, one right after Hurricane Sandy and one after the blizzard,” Kiamco says, “The place was packed.”

Kiamco’s comedy career began with a sewing machine at the Fashion Institute Of Technology and according to his website www.richkiamco.com: “Rich did his first stand-up routine at the dorm talent contest and was hooked. Later that year he became the costume designer for comedian Judy Tenuta.

His one-man show

Rick Kiamco on stage with The Laugh Tour UNACCESSORIZED, an autobiographic romp about a queer Filipino overachiever, received the Overall Excellence Award in Solo Performance at the New York International Fringe Festival and Best Solo Performance at the Montreal GLBT International Theatre Festival.”

Kiamco says the hot topics these days are the same hot topics comics have been addressing for years: politics

– the president, of course; marriage equality; women’s rights.

“I can’t believe we’re still talking about women’s rights,” Kiamco says. “Stand up is like a truth serum of where our culture is at. You can make a joke about the best or the worst of our culture. When you call out that something misogynistic, people respond because we know what’s happening in our culture.”

And even though we turn to the Internet more and more to get our daily laughs, Kiamco says there’s no replacement for live performance.

It’s happening live in front of you,” Kiamco says. “The person in the crowd will say something and the comic will go after that. It will never be on ‘The Tonight Show’ – you can’t do crowd interactions on TV, but with a live audience anything goes.”

If you go: Sat, April 27 at 8 pm The Laugh Tour; Stand Up Comedy Art House Productions 1 McWilliams Place Hamilton Square Jersey City Tickets $15 online; $20 at the door www.thelaughtour.com (201) 915-9911

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BEOF to Honor Five at Dinner on April 11 Ana Quintela, Executive Director of the Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation (BEOF), announced that the organization will be saluting five people at its “Honoring Community Heroes” awards dinner on Thursday, April 11, at the Chandelier Restaurant, from 6:00-10:00 p.m. The honorees are: Assemblyman Jason O’Donnell – Emergency Services Award; John Atkins, Chief Operating Officer, Global Terminals

– Senior Services Award; Thomas Coughlin, Chief Operating Officer, BCB Community Bank – Community First Award; Jeffrey Gural, Chairman, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank – Social Services Award; and Donald Mindiak, President and CEO, BCB Community Bank – Head Start Award.

Ms. Quintela said, “These five honorees have made a huge impact in the lives of others. At the BEOF, we are honored to know these wonderful

Assemblyman Jason O’Donnell to receive BEOF Emergency Services Award

individuals, and could not have served the Bayonne community without their assistance and generosity.”

She continued, “With the community’s support of this event, the BEOF will be able to continue assisting the neediest in our community.”

The BEOF is Bayonne’s community action agency.

It activities include such services as Bayonne Head Start, weatherization programs, rental assistance, Meals on Wheels, and

congregate meals for senior citizens.

The BEOF requests interested parties to make reservations for the “Honoring Community Heroes” awards dinner as soon as possible. For more information, please call the BEOF at 201-437-7222.

To read the entire article listing the accomplishments of each BEOF Honor Receipient visit www.riverviewobserver.net

LAUGHTER AT THE BRIGHTSIDE

As part of the Jersey City Comedy Festival held the first week in April the Brightside Tavern on Bright Street hosted two nights of stand up comedy in its gorgeous dining room. It was such a success owner Tom Parisi has decided to add a monthly stand up comedy night to his entertainment roster which includes Karaoke and Open Mike nights.

The Brightside Tavern is located at 141 Bright Street, JC. For more info call 201-435-1234 or visit www.brightsidetavern.com.

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EDUCATION Jersey City Student Autumn Stiles Participates In Denison Production GRANVILLE, OH (04/04/2013)(readMedia)-Autumn Stiles of Jersey City (07304) performed the role of a chorus member in “Adventures of a Black Girl in Search of God,” which was presented over seven nights at Denison University’s Black Box Theatre.

The play reveals an epic story of remarkable love, incredible heists, an extraordinary dying wish and communities that know pride and keep faith. Awardwinning Canadian playwright Djanet Sears has set this moving, poetic, and

ultimately life-affirming drama in present-day Negro Creek, a 200-year-old black community in Western Ontario. Supporting the action of the play is a “chorus of souls,” ancestral beings who provide a window into African tradition and beliefs.

Denison University, founded in 1831, is an independent, residential, liberal arts institution located in Granville, Ohio A highly selective college enrolling 2,100 full-time undergraduate students from all 50 states and dozens of foreign countries, Denison is a place where innovative faculty and motivated students collaborate in research, civic engagement, and the cultivation of independent thinking.

Saint Dominic Academy freshman wins Newark St. Patrick’s Day Essay Contest Saint Dominic Academy, Jersey City freshman Kathryn Marano of Nutley was the third place winner in the Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee, Inc. Essay Contest. The contest was designed by the Parade Committee to “encourage students in the Archdiocese (of Newark) to learn about the unparalleled contributions of the Irish to our state and our Church.” The theme for this year’s contest was “Equal Justice Under the Law in Irish America.”

The essay contest consisted of reading St. Patrick’s letter to Coroticus along with a history of St. Patrick and then relating it

Kathryn Marano receives award for Newark St. Patrick’s Day contest

to a present day issue in the United States. Marano’s winning essay focused on gang violence in America and discussed how the Irish have a history of violence against themselves. In her essay, she cited a program developed by Mayor Corey Booker of Newark on how to help curb gang violence in Newark.

Her third place win carried with it a cash prize,

for dignitaries held on March 11, 2013 at the Newark Public Library and inclusion in the Newark Parade Souvenir Journal. The essay contest was started by the Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee, Inc. in 2011. All three of this year’s recipients are studying at Catholic girls schools: Benedictine Academy, Mother Seton Regional High School and Saint Dominic Academy.

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Hudson County CASA Seeking Volunteers Are you interested in helping children in the foster care system? If so, Hudson County CASA is currently recruiting volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children. CASA works through trained community volunteers to insure that needed services and assistance are made available to children while helping to move them toward safe and permanent homes.

CASA (court appointed special advocate) and its volunteers speak for children in court, serve as fact finders for the judges and safeguard the interests of the children while they are in the foster care system.

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Hudson County Community College Celebrates ‘Topping Out’ of New Library & Academic Building

JERSEY CITY, N.J. / April 3, 2013 — Hudson County Community College (HCCC) commemorated a stage in the construction of its new Library & Academic Building with a “Topping Out” celebration on Tuesday, April 2. College students, employees and guests were able sign the topmost beam before it was hoisted into position.

Pictured from left following the ceremony are HCCC Trustee Karen Fahrenholz; Jersey City Council President Peter Brennan; Chief of Staff to the Hudson County Executive and Jersey City Councilman William Gaughan; Hudson County Executive Thomas A. DeGise; Hoboken Councilwoman Beth Mason; Hudson County Freeholders Chair Anthony Romano; HCCC Board of Trustees Chair William J. Netchert, Esq.; West New York Assemblywoman Angelica M. Jimenez; and HCCC President Dr. Glen Gabert.

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“Arbor Day” Presented by hob’art Gallery at Hoboken’s Monroe Center “Arbor Day,”an exhibition, is now open at the hobart gallery. Janet Kravetz Hollander and Don Sichler,

members of the gallery, will present artwork in the mediums of photography, drawing, and prints.

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On April 21st Gallery Walk Day, both artists will talk about the artwork on view starting at 3:30pm.

Don Sichler’s goal as a photographer is to help people find beauty where they least expect it. In this collection of Digitally Enhanced Photographs, “Reflecting on Trees,” he explores the symbol as it affects our culture and language. Don uses the camera to record an image, and then he expands and deepens the final print with the resources of the computer.

For Janet Kravetz Hollander, her hand is the principal art tool. These drawings reveal the distinctive gestures and visions by which the physical world is experienced. The pictures in Arbor Day are of trees from

places Janet has lived or has dreamed about.

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Hudson Theatre Ensemble Presents the New Jersey Production of F.Scott Fitzgerald’s

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This production which began it’s run on April 5th marked the New Jersey Premiere of the play.

Adapted for the stage by Simon Levy and the only stage version authorized by the Fitzgerald estate since 1926.

The Cast includes Peter James, Lou Martino, Stephen Powell, Jeff Riberdy II, Jessica Sherr, Adriana Spizuco, Nora Ryan Taylor, Amanda Hart Walker, Steve Yates and Doug Schneider.

Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” is regarded as a literary classic that captured the essence of the Roaring Twenties and America’s years of prosperity following World War I. The Modern Library named “The Great Gatsby” the 20th century’s second best English language novel.

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With a mandatory RSVP, the public is cordially invited to attend the X Factor Book Launch Party at Teak on the Hudson in Hoboken, New Jersey on the night of April 19th 2013. Red Carpet begins at 7:00pm sharp.

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RVO Staff Writer If you’re a Hudsonite you’ve likely rocked on at Maxwell’s in Hoboken the rock club still rockin’ after all these years. Maxwell’s may be a golden girl when it comes to venues, but Maxwell’s still has what it takes to attract fans.

Rolling Stone magazine recently named Maxwell’s an “indie rock mecca” and placed it in the No. 3 spot of best places in the U.S. to hang out and listen to live music. Still going strong since opening its doors in 1978, Maxwell’s continues to have a reputation as a cool place to hear music and eat some delish food.

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Maxwell’s including The Smashing Pumpkins, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rufus Wainwright, Joe Jackson, David Byrne, Joan Jett, the Psychedelic Furs and Nirvana.

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restaurant VIEWS Give Me Liberty!

Liberty Bar & Grill Sports Lounge– 26 TVs and Great Food

By Sally Deering On 14th Street in Hoboken, you’ll find lots of hip restaurants and bars to hang out in and Liberty Bar &

Grill Sports Bar between Washington and Hudson Streets is a standout especially when it comes to good food.

Walk into Liberty Bar & Grill and you know immediately you’ve landed in a sports bar with the 26 TVs lining the walls and hanging over the large circular bar in the middle of the room.

There are cozy booths for couples and parties of four, and high-top tables and chairs for girls and guys who want to get together for some serious flirting.

Owner Dawn Kaplan opened Liberty Bar & Grill in 1998 and it wasn’t until she had some guests in from Pittsburg that Liberty discovered its identity as a Sports Bar, she says.

“I had some guys from Pittsburg that came to Hoboken and wanted to start a Steelers Club and they would come in and watch the Steelers,” Kaplan says.

“That’s what prompted us to become a sports bar. So many Steelers fans came in; we just kept it as a sports bar.”

Sports and bars seem to go together and that’s why there’s a TV everywhere you look. The walls are also adorned with pictures of entertainment icons like Marilyn Monroe, The Beatles, and Hoboken’s favorite son, Frank Sinatra.

Liberty’s menu features a terrific offering of Appetizers, Sandwiches, Wraps,

Salads, Burgers, Entrees, Pizza and a Brunch Menu that includes Breakfast Burritos, Omelets and Specials like Eggs Benedict, Pancakes and French Toast.

Liberty’s drink menu offers fine wines and an extensive martini and frozen drink list.

On a recent visit, I tried the Chavo Wrap which is grilled chicken, avocado, bacon, Pico de Gallo, and ranch aioli. It was absolutely delicious and wellpriced at $10.50. I also tried the 3 Cheese Mac & Cheese served with chips, which is a total bargain at $7. The mac & cheese was so creamy and cheesy and out of this world yummy.

The chips were homemade – crunchy and flavorful.

There’s a great burger selection and the Power Burger which comes with an egg on top, is very popular, Kaplan says. Liberty gets its burger meat locally from the butcher Truglio’s around the corner. The salads are great, too, and Kaplan says the Chicken Avocado Salad keeps customers coming back for more.

“We have good healthy dishes,” Kaplan says. “We make everything homemade and to order. “We have good

healthy dishes,” Kaplan says. “We make everything homemade and to order. We have recipes that are staples that have been passed down through the years like the Cajun Wrap, the Chavo Wrap and the Executive Sandwich which is marinated hanger steak, provolone, onion and horseradish sauce.”

Liberty Bar & Grill Sports Bar seats about 70 inside and now that spring has arrived, guests can also sit outside on the patio. And during the week there are drink specials: •Mon: $5 Martinis •Tues: $10 pitchers of beer •Wed: Corona and Sangria Specials •Thurs: All night Happy Hour During most sporting events, Liberty runs specials like $3 Pabst Blue Ribbon Cont’d on page 18

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restaurant VIEWS Cont’d from page 17 Liberty Bar & Grill Sports Lounge beers; $3 Southern Comfort drinks or shots; and $3 Domestic Drafts. The Specialty Drink Menu has some terrific offerings like the “Hot Mess” which is Southern Comfort, Cranberry Juice, Lime and Lemon; and the Dirty Snowball – Stoli Vanilla vodka, Hazelnut and Crème de Cacao served in a chocolate-rimmed glass.

One of the best deals in Hudson, Liberty Bar & Grill Sports Lounge offers parents a real treat. When a parent or guardian brings in their child (under 6 yearsold) and orders an adult meal, the children eats free.

There’s even a special menu for the youngsters.

“We have more of a laid back crowd because we’re located uptown,” Kaplan says, “and there are a lot of families and kids here.

That’s who moves in up here and that’s who stays up here – a lot of kids and new moms. We want to get the families in here.”

The Bar at Liberty Bar and Grill Sports Bar; featuring 26 TVs

On the weekends, Liberty Bar & Grill Sports Lounge serves brunch from 10 am to 4 pm which is a great way to spend a Saturday or Sunday afternoon.

“Just tell ‘em to come on down,” Kaplan says. “The outdoor patio’s open and there’s a beautiful view of the Empire State Building from our patio.”

If you go: Liberty Bar & Grill, Sports Lounge 61 14th Street Hoboken, NJ07030 (201) 222-6322 www.libertybar.com

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A DAY OF FREE WORKSHOPS Sunday, April 14, 2013, 11am-5pm On Sunday, April 14, 2013, 11am-5pm, a series of free workshops will take place at the hob’art gallery, 720 Monroe Street, #E208, Hoboken, NJ in conjunction with the Monroe Art Center’s ‘Teaching Fest’. This daylong event will offer the opportunity for visiting adults and children to participate in classes and workshops conducted by the artists, photographers, actors, musicians, and gym trainers who are part of the Art Organizations and Businesses located in the Monroe Center building.

The hob’art gallery will participate in this exciting, day long event sponsored by the Monroe Art Center with the following activities. Although the lecture is for adults only, all the workshops can accommodate children, 5 years old and up, and adults.

11am-12:30pm: Roy Kinzer, a Golden Artist Colors Certified Educator, will present a lecture and a demonstration in the use of Golden Artist products. Attendees will bring home a free package of product samples.

Preregistration is required. To register for the Golden paint lecture, please contact France Garrido at 201-319-1504 or director@hob-art.org.

1-1:45pm: Talented Artist and Educator, Howard Berelson,

will conduct a Mask Workshop. Participants will create their own masks from paper and other media.

2-2:45pm: Renowned mixed media artists, France Garrido and Liz Cohen, will direct the members of the workshop in the creation of Collage Portraits.

3-3:45pm: Ibou Ndoye, famous for creating artwork with found objects, will teach a class in the African art of reverse glass painting. As in all the workshops, materials are free.

4-4:45pm: Well known jewelry designer, Jodi Zulueta, will teach the art of wire

jewelry. Each member of the workshop will design a piece of wearable art.

Further information may be obtained by contacting Jodi Zulueta: eldwenne@ yahoo.com, 201-780-7952.

The Monroe Center website has additional information about the Day of Free Workshops at http://monroecenter.com/grow-monroe-center-classes-workshops/ hob’art gallery Monroe Art Center 720 Monroe Street, E208, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Hudson Happenings MUSIC Two Boots Jersey and Art House Productions are proud to present ART HOUSE AT TWO BOOTS Monthly Event!

Featuring Music by Carolyn Light with Special Guests

Featuring Chrissy Roberts Roland Ramos Liam Butterscotch Brown Chris Davis Tuesday, April 9th, 2013 8-10pm *Free Check out Carolyn Light: http:// youtube./788ZPdozOI

Two Boots Jersey City 133 Newark Ave. Jersey City , NJ 07302 201-209-1250 Conveniently located 1/2 block from the Grove Street PATH Station

April 27th 8pm The Porchistas Live CD Release @ Maxwells with: Julian Peterson

SPORTS Papermaker The Micks The Defending Champions Produced by Gerry Griffin at his home studio, The Temple of Tuneage!

Tickets $8 Maxwell’s 1039 Washington Street Hoboken 201-653-1703

New Jersey Golden Gloves Tournament 2013 Amateur Boxing Championship April 13th 2 PM Global Boxing Gym 5711 Tonnelle Avenue, North Bergen, NJ ART Pro Arts Jersey City Artists Porfolio Review Saturday, April 20, 2013.

11:00am until 3:00pm What do curators look for when selecting artists?

How does a visual artist get their foot in the door when approaching galleries? How can your work stand out in a competitive market?

Pro Arts Jersey City invites you to gain valuable feedback on your portfolio in 20 minute one-on-one review sessions from prominent figures within the arts community.

Registration is available on a first come, first serve basis.

The cost to participate is nominal.

Pro Arts Members REGISTRATION OPEN: http://goo.gl/Tz3jG • Registration is between now April 17• $10 for the first review and $25 for each additional review Non-members: • Registration is between April 1-April 17 • $35 for first review and $25 for each additional review.

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STARGAZINE ARIES March 21 - April 19 As we now are in the time of Aries the astral advice suggests that you make every effort to avoid being the poster boy or girl for April fool’s day. Your temper and your point of view are out of skew and a frond set of vocal cords could be your undoing. Silence is golden as you await more information.

Lest you ignite a whirlwind of controversy. Of all the signs of the Zodiac the Aries as a fool is the most disappointing. Go forth with patience and reserve in the month of April and have no cause for regret.

Taurus April 20 - May 20 You have always thought of yourself as a fair minded person but have you really given yourself the consideration that you offer others? In recent months you have been played. You have been told a strange version of your character and you have believed the propaganda. Look in the mirror and truly assess your worth. You are not perfect but you are many times better than the popular myth that the rumor mongers create. All love begins with self-love!!

Gemini May 21 - June 20 Times a wasting!! Jupiter still hovers in the area of the heavens that Gemini occupies. Use this energy to create the life that you desire. Your luck should be at its zenith but you must recognize your power and use it. For many a Gemini this may simple mean more education, classes and communication. Follow your bliss for what you begin now with a happy heart can lead you to a life of success.

Cancer June 21 - July 22 No one could realize the emotional pain that the Cancer native suffers. The astral advice suggests that instead of repressing your fears and anguish that you sublimate and use to create a happy time. Repression builds resentment and like a kettle that will boil over and explode a gradual release of hurt with a clear head allows for a new Cancer to emerge. Go forth with light and love.

Leo-July 23 - August 22 You are no longer thinking in the same 3 deminsional way your higher mind is expanding and you are viewing people and situations diferentlythan before a new optiminsim and belief in fate has overtaken your being.

Love and life have become more valuable than before and you are enjoying every moment. Go forth with peace and protection.

Virgo-August 23-September 22 Not unlike a member of the secret service the Virgo native is always desireing the need to know.

You question every motive and movement of those in your sphere. The person you second guess the most is yourself. A new zen attitude has taken over and you realize , for the first time that your worries have been senseless.

You are free to love and be loved .

Finally you are a relaxed participant in the game of life.

Libra – September 23 - October 22 The strength that is yours since the successful completeion of your last Saturn return is amazing.

Your ability to make clear decisions without hesitation is a far cry from the earlier Libra consition. A power to be recokeoned with you have gained the sdmiration from co-workers as well as family. Who said that Libra were wishy washy ?

Scorpio October 23 - November 21 The code word for Scorpio this month is exciting. Your experience with Saturn in your sign has propelled you to take seriously every moment. Carpe Diem, seize the day, is your new motto.

Instead of a negative effect Saturn has made you more disciplined, directed, and able to explore all the beauty in life.

April 2013 J Banta Lewis

Picture: From left to right: First Row: Sensei’s Anthony Bianciella, Esq., Grand Master Austin Wright Sr., Former U.S.A.F., Keith Price, Former Army and Assistant Instructor Herman Baretto, Former U.S.M.C. Back Row: Kenneth Thompson Sr. Former National Guard

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SagittariusNovember 22 - December 21 The object of your affection may be confused by your nonchalant spirit and think that you are disinterested. We all want to be desired and many need evidence of commitment.

So question the whereabouts of someone you love. This will make them feel cherished and they will be loyal to you in return.

Capricorn December 22 - January 19 You have a clear and unemotional side when it comes to business but this attitude in love seems too calculating. April is not a good time to bare your heart’s desire.

Allow the warmth of May to unlock your words of romance. Love and financial security are on the way.

Patience is needed now.

AquariusJanuary 20 - February 18 The astral advice suggests you let go of control in the month of April. You refuse to give up on certain issues. This inability to surrender is an illusion of the ego. Time will be working on your side and there is no reason to play God in family matters.

Faith and a calm attitude can bring great results. You are a powerful person but sometimes it’s advised to hold back.

PiscesFebruary 19 - March 20 The truth in life is so difficult for the Pisces native to accept. Look at issues in a different way. You need not be a victim or martyr. Your problem is that you don’t realize the luck you possess. Accept that you are a wonderful child of the universe and deserve the best. You will begin to attract those positive experiences that coincide with your beliefs.

Like attracts like.

Astrology- TarotHypnosis Individual –Parties-Corporate events Phone and SKYPE Consultations J Banta Lewis astralcommunications@aol.com 201 486 4555

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Wright’s US National Martial Arts Team Receives Hall of Fame Status

On March 2, 2013, at the Airport Marriott Hotel, Newark, NJ, Grand Master Dr. Austin Wright Sr.’s and World Martial Art Leaders, Top Rated Master, Sensei’s and Champions were inducted in the U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall of Fame. They are the Newest Team of “Rising Stars” that helped to make U.S.A. a major Force and an International World Class Team in Competition.

Austin Wright a Hall of Fame Promoter and Alumni inducted Former UFC Fighter Emmanuel Yarborough, who is the Guinness Book of World Record, “Largest Athlete” standing 6’8 and almost 800lbs. Partnering with SideKick Talk Radio Host Shihan Allen Woodman and Co Host Sensei Timmy Prisk were on hand to interview and partner with Wright in organizing the Autograph Picture and Signing Event.

UWA Martial Arts Instructors and Associates were inducted for being Top Rated Leaders and Champions.

The Induction Ceremony Dinner was held that evening at the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame / Hall of Heroes.

The Induction Ceremony was attended by Martial Art Leaders from various Disciplines of Traditional Judo, Ju-Jutsu Karate, Kick Boxing, Kung-Fu, TKD and MMA. Also, movie star celebrities Shoaling KungFu Expert Grand Master Eric Lee and Jeff Meed were flown and hosted

by Wright and Dr. Thomas as Guest Speakers for the Hall of Fame. To be the Master of Ceremony and take photos at Wright’s SuperStar Martial Arts Tournament the following day. In fact, Austin Wright Sr. received two of the highest honors of the evening which was the “International Visionary Leader” Award and a Certified 9th Dan (Degree) Rank Certificate to promote American Judo Ju-Jitsu Combative Arts Tactical Self-Defense System.

During the ceremony, Dr. Thomas (the Head Coach of the “U.S. National Alliance Team”) explained how Wright earned this Rank and discussed the future goals of the “Alliance” and their mission. The next Tournament Competition will be held in Cancun, Mexico which is a qualifier for future World Games.

Wright’s lineage, skills, years of dedication and formal training, determination, education, and most of all

“Proven Results” in the National and International Karate and Jujitsu, Arena, stated. Dr. Thomas at the Hall of Fame as he signed the certified Rank Certificate along with Japan’s Hirouki Matsumoto, who is a 10th Dan and sits on the Panel of International Ranking Advisors and Board of Directors.

Mr. Wright states, he could not have come this far in his vision, without being raised and trained by a strong traditional formal karate force and school known as Isshin-Ryu from the Bayonne Branch. He gives a lot of credit to his father Hanshi Dennis Wright, 9th Dan, for his success, the Late Grand Master Don Nagle’s Isshin-Ryu Karate and Dr. James Lavender Judo Ju-Jitsu Combative Arts 10th Dan Legacy.

U.W.A. Federation Members consist of Athletes of all ages, genders, and diverse cultural background from Bayonne, Jersey City, Kearny and Irvington New Jersey.

The following Leaders were inducted in the 2013 U.S.A. Martial Arts “Hall of Fame”: •Mr. Austin Wright Sr., 10th Dan Black Belt in U.W.A., – “International Visionary Leader” Award •Mr. Eulices Mateo, 3rd Dan in U.W.A., – “Instructor of the Year” Award.

•Mr. Kenneth Thompson Sr., 2nd Dan Black Belt in U.W.A., – “National Instructor of the Year” Award.

•Mr. Keith Price, 1st Dan Black Belt in U.W.A., – “Male Fighter of the Year” Award •Mr. Anthony Bianciella, 1st Dan Black Belt in U.W.A., – “Male Black Belt of the Year” Award.

•Mr. Timothy S. Prisk Sr. “Sensei of the Year, Isshin-Ryu” Award.

•Mr. Herman Barreto, Brown Belt in U.W.A., – “Associate Instructor of the Year” Award.

All students are trained under the direct supervision of highly qualified U.W.A. Instructors and N.J. State Director and Head Coach Austin Wright Sr. For more information please call Mr. Wright at (201) 437-1820 or visit us at www.uwa-martialarts. com or www.bayonnemma.com. Our motto is “Family Safety First” while “Preparing Leaders for Unlimited Success. Also, Like Us on Facebook, universalwarriorarts and BayonneMMA or Jersey City MMA.

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