This Weekend
Things may be feeling unpredictable and uneasy with the current Covid surge, but there is still plenty to do in Jersey City. Some activities now have heightened safety protocols, and others are virtual or outdoors. There’s ice skating, a nature hike, a virtual pizza class, and more.
Ice Skating at Newport Skates
Ice skaters can now avail themselves of the rink at Newport Skates. Group and private lessons are available (see website for details).
- https://www.newportskates.com/
- Friday, Jan. 7 from 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 8 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 9 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Location: Newport Skates, 95 River Dr. S.
- Cost: $8 for General Admission; $4 for Newport Tenant Admission; $7 for Group Admission; Skate Rentals are $7
- Get Active, Family friendly
- Ongoing event: Newport Skates will be open every day through Sunday, March 13 (weather permitting)
Live Zoom Sourdough Pizza Class
Award-winning chef Dan Richer, from Jersey City’s Razza Pizza Artigianale, leads a virtual sourdough pizza class this Saturday. Attendees for this “advanced” class are advised to bring a sourdough starter and a batch of the chef’s pizza dough to the class. Included in the registration fee is an eBook copy of Richer’s New York Times best-selling book The Joy of Pizza.
- https://www.slowrisepizza.com/event/live-zoom-online-pizza-class-dan-richer-razza-sourdough-01-08-22/
- Saturday, Jan. 8
- 1 to 4:30 p.m.
- Location: Virtual Zoom event
- Cost: $200
- Education
CLOVER Performs at Fox & Crow
Singer-songwriter CLOVER performs as a Trio with drums and guitar this Saturday at Fox & Crow.
- http://www.foxandcrowjc.com/events/2022/1/8/clover-trio
- Saturday, Jan. 8
- 8 to 10 p.m.
- Location: Fox & Crow, 594 Palisade Ave.
- Music
The Laugh Tour Comedy Show at Dorrian’s JC
This Saturday, Rich Kiamco hosts two comedy shows at Dorrian’s Red Hand: at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Attendees must show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, and masks are encouraged. The venue’s doors will be kept open for ventilation.
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-laugh-tour-comedy-show-dorrians-jc-newport-proof-of-vax-req-tickets-195561528797
- Saturday, Jan. 8
- 7 to 8:15 p.m., and 9 to 10:15 p.m.
- Location: Dorrian’s Red Hand, 555 Washington Blvd.
- Cost: $15 in advance; $20 day of show; minimum purchase of two items per person
- Comedy
- Ongoing event: shows every Saturday in January
Winter Waterfowl Walk
The Nature Center at Liberty State Park leads a guided walk this Saturday to observe migrating winter waterfowl along the river. Attendees are encouraged to bring binoculars. This event is not recommended for children under 5 years of age. Pre-registration is required.
- https://www.folsp.org/January2022NaturePrograms.pdf
- Saturday, Jan. 8
- 1 to 2:30 p.m.
- Location: meeting at the Liberty State Park Nature Center, 275 Freedom Way
- Nature, Family friendly
Nature Hike
Thus Sunday, join a naturalist who will lead a nature hike and scavenger hunt at Liberty State Park. Pre-registration is required.
- https://www.folsp.org/January2022NaturePrograms.pdf
- Sunday, Jan. 9
- 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
- Location: Meeting at the Liberty State Park Nature Center, 275 Freedom Way
- Nature, Family friendly
- Ongoing event: the next Nature Hike will be on Sunday, Jan. 23
The 65th Anniversary of Independence Sudan Flag Raising
Presented by the Sudanese American Community of New Jersey along with the City of Jersey City, the Mayor, the Municipal Council, and the Office of Cultural Affairs, this flag raising will take place on City Hall’s balcony with attendees invited to join at City Hall Plaza. Attendees should wear a mask and practice social distancing.
- https://www.jerseycityculture.org/event/the-65th-anniversary-of-independence-sudan-flag-raising/
- Friday, Jan. 7
- 12 to 12:30 p.m.
- Location: City Hall Plaza, 280 Grove St.
- Cost: Free
- Community event, Family friendly
Opening Reception for Richard Isgard’s Solo Exhibition
Outlander Gallery is hosting a reception for the opening of a solo exhibition by artist Richard Isgard. Light refreshments will be served. Attendees must wear masks and practice social distancing.
- https://www.facebook.com/events/272308454886798/?ref=newsfeed
- Saturday, Jan. 8
- 5 to 8 p.m.
- Location: Outlander Gallery, 126 Monticello Ave.
- Art
2022 Vision Board Brunch Bash
Have brunch at vegan restaurant Gaia & Loki this Saturday while using a vision board (a “collage representing things you would like to attract to your life”) to “set your intentions” for 2022. Tickets includes brunch, wine, crafting supplies, and a mini yoga session.
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-vision-board-brunch-bash-tickets-229936184317
- Saturday, Jan. 8
- 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location: Gaia & Loki, 346 Grove St.
- Cost: $35
- Self care, DIY, Eat & Drink
Speed Dating at Grove Square
This UK-style speed dating event is a “low key, sophisticated approach to dating in Jersey” and has been seen on BravoTV. The event is geared to those aged 26 to 38.
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uk-style-speed-dating-in-new-jersey-singles-event-seen-on-bravotv-tickets-213709860947
- Friday, Jan. 7
- 7 to 9 p.m.
- Location: Grove Square, 116 Newark Ave.
- Cost: $33.50
- Date Night
Winard Harper’s Sunday Session at Moore’s Place
Every Sunday evening, Winard Harper is featured in a jazz session at Moore’s Place. Attendees should bring proof of full Covid-19 vaccination and be prepared for a temperature check.
- https://www.facebook.com/MooresLounge/?ref=page_internal
- Sunday, Jan. 9
- 7 to 10 p.m.
- Location: Moore’s Place, 189 Monticello Ave.
- Music
- Ongoing event: every Sunday evening
Livingston Scholastic Chess Club with the Jersey City Free Public Library
This virtual chess program is for middle-school-aged beginner and intermediate players. The Zoom meetings include lecture and practice time and help prepare attendees for monthly tournaments.
- https://jepl-cep.bc.sirsidynix.net/event/livingston-scholastic-chess-club/2022-01-07/
- Friday, Jan. 7 from 4 to 5 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 8 from 3 to 4 p.m.
- Location: Virtual Zoom event
- Cost: Free
- Education, Family friendly
- Ongoing event: weekly on Fridays and Saturdays
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