Press release Jersey City, NJ – The Jersey City Arts Council (JCAC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2021 Jersey City Arts Awards! The Arts Awards recognize the creative artists and organizations at the forefront of our arts community. Each year, the JCAC selects local artists from a wide range of categories that […]
10 festive pop-ups + experiences in Jersey City and New York this month
Looking for some festive fun this month? Here are 10 pop-ups and winter experiences to enjoy in Jersey City and New York City! Festive Food + Drink Miracle on MercerFranklin Social, 292 Barrow St, Jersey City Miracle on Mercer is Franklin Social’s holiday pop up, open through December 31. Enjoy festive cocktails and food in […]
Water’s Soul – the new sculpture on the Jersey City waterfront
Have you taken a walk through Newport recently? You may have seen the new sculpture right along the Hudson! Earlier this month, a sculpture created by internationally renowned artist Jaume Plensa was permanently installed in the Newport neighborhood of Jersey City. We asked our readers what they thought of the sculpture, and it seems as […]
Masquerade at Nimbus – A celebration of Nimbus Arts
Celebrate Nimbus’ debut season with a masquerade event at the Nimbus Arts Center! On October 23 at 7PM, Masquerade at Nimbus is welcoming audiences for food and drinks, an auction, and a beautiful performance from Nimbus Dance. Enjoy a sneak peek of the new Racuous Caucus Tango by Artistic Director Samuel Pott and in collaboration […]
31st Annual Jersey City Art & Studio Tour returns for 2021
Press Release Mayor Steven Fulop announces the 31st annual Jersey City Art & Studio Tour (JCAST), the largest art tour in New Jersey. This year’s JCAST will celebrate art and the creative process with the return of in-person events featuring Jersey City’s renowned arts community with curated tours, art demos, and panel discussions with artists, arts organizations, and […]
Top things to do this weekend in + around Jersey City
Find something new to do this weekend! Thursday The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)September 16 – 19 @ 8PM – 9:30PMSinatra Park, 401 Sinatra Dr. Hoboken Join Mile Square Theatre at Frank Sinatra Park for their performance of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged). Watch three actors run through all 37 plays in just 90 […]
Top things to do this weekend in + around Jersey City
Find something new to do this weekend! Thursday Poetry in the ParkAugust 26 @ 12PM – 1PMVan Vorst Park, Jersey City Join Rescue Poetix, Brother Nixo, and Dujuana Sharese for Poetry in the Park, a lunchtime open mic. All are welcome to perform – you can sign up onsite and get a library card on […]
Nominations for the Jersey City Art Awards are now open!
Press release from JCAC The Jersey City Arts Council (JCAC) is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2021 Jersey City Arts Awards! Anyone can nominate a local artist or arts organization for recognition, and winners will be announced in December. Nominations for exceptional members of our arts community can be submitted […]
Top things to do in + around Jersey City this weekend
Don’t stay in this weekend – go out and have fun at local events this weekend! Thursday Rosé SoiréeJuly 29 @ 6PM – 7:15PM; 7:45PM – 9PMJersey Wines & Spirits, 492 Jersey Ave, Jersey City Taste ten different rosés when you stop by Jersey Wines & Spirits’ Rosé Soirée. Tickets are $15 with two time slots available: […]
Top things to do this weekend in + around Jersey City
Enjoy the week in Jersey City (and surrounding areas) with local events, from performances and movie nights to restaurant deals and Carnival. Thursday Jersey City Restaurant Weekthrough July 25 Through July 25, several restaurants in Jersey City are participating in Jersey City Restaurant Week. Enjoy deals and discounted meals at restaurants like Franklin Social, Hard […]
Top things to do in + around Jersey City this weekend
Don’t have any plans this weekend, but don’t want to spend all that time inside? Find something entertaining to do in the area this weekend! Thursday Poetry in the ParkJuly 15 @ 12PM – 1PMVan Vorst Park, Jersey City Join the Jersey City Free Public Library and RescuePoetix for a free lunch poetry session at Van […]
Top things to do this weekend in + around Jersey City
Sick of staying in during the week? Go out this weekend and spend time at some local events! Thursday MetLife Stadium Wedding ExpoJuly 8 @ 4PM – 9PM1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford Planning a wedding soon? Head over to the free wedding expo at MetLife Stadium to meet dozens of wedding professionals and have a […]
Top things to do in + around Jersey City this weekend
Staying in town for the holiday? Check out fun events in the area! Thursday Jersey City Farmers MarketJuly 1 @ 4PM – 8PMGrove St PATH Plaza, Jersey City Stop by the Grove St PATH Plaza for the Downtown Jersey City Farmer’s Market on Mondays and Thursdays. This year’s vendors include Le Coco Nutrition, Vesco Foods, R&M […]
Top things to do in + around Jersey City this weekend
With everything opening up again and events coming back, take a quick trip to some fun events in the area! Thursday Paint Nights at HarborsideJune 17 @ 6PMHarborside Atrium, 210 Hudson St Join DT234 Gallery for a Paint Night at Harborside! It’s $25 to register (registration is required) and all materials are provided for each […]
6 plays to read to honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Written by Kaitlin Overton My first job in New York back in 2016 was at Pan Asian Repertory Theatre, an off-Broadway company founded by the legendary actor, director, and producer Tisa Chang (The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel, Pacific Overtures, Ambush Bay, Year of the Dragon, to name a few) in 1977 to offer more […]
How to support the arts this spring & summer
Written by Kaitlin Overton If the recent change of season (bad allergies, anyone?) and new guidance on outdoor mask use by the CDC has got you feeling ready to be part of the community again, you’re not alone! Millions of people across the country are feeling spring fever in the best way as the COVID-19 […]
How theater helped me heal and why the arts matter
Written by Kaitlin Overton This article started off as a piece detailing the recently-established Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund that Jersey City residents voted in favor of this past November. I submitted a first draft to Lynn and her editor, Alex, ahead of our deadline and worked on gathering some quotes from folks […]
Top things to do this weekend
Find something interesting to do in and around Jersey City! Stay safe, wear a mask, and keep your distance if you do go out. Jersey City Drive-In Movie Night SeriesJanuary 8 @ 4:30PM – 9:30PM107 Morgan St Join the Exchange Place Alliance, Mack-Cali, JCFamilies, and Councilman Solomon for a drive-in movie night! There’ll be two movies […]