This weekend, Jersey City is packed with events for everyone to enjoy. Mana Contemporary will be hosting their Sneaker Ball VIP Event on Friday, and then Sunday will be their Open Studios day. Plus, there’s the JCFamilies’ School, Summer Camp & Daycare Fair, the FLOURIISH art experience at 902 Brewing Co., Corgi Comedy Club, and more.
Crescendo: 2023 NJCU BFA Exhibition Artist Talks
Visit the NJCU Visual Arts Gallery this Friday afternoon for a series of artist talks at the BFA exhibition. This event will be partially broadcast on Instagram Live on the @njcugalleries account.
- https://www.njcu.edu/community/center-arts/galleries
- Friday, April 28
- 2 to 4 p.m.
- Location: New Jersey City University Visual Arts Gallery, Lower Level – Visual Arts Building, 100 Culver Ave.
- Cost: Free
- Art
Sneaker Ball VIP Event at Mana Contemporary
“The Mana Contemporary and Obsessive Sneaker Disorder present this exclusive experience that celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop culture. A curated collection of sneakers that represent the inseparable connection between Sneaker culture and Hip-Hop, will be on display.” This special event will have live DJs, dancing, and a raffle.
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sneaker-ball-vip-event-at-mana-contemporary-tickets-622112373857?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
- Friday, April 28
- 5 p.m.
- Location: Mana Contemporary Jersey City, 888 Newark Ave.
- Cost: $40 in advance; $50 at the door
- Music, Fashion, Party
Spider and the Jobros Live at 902 Brewing Co.
Spider and the Jobros will be playing at 902 Brewing Co. this Friday night. “From Allman’s to ZZ Top…rock, blues, funk, we are band that jams!”
- https://fb.me/e/19y6aXWxG
- Friday, April 28
- 7 p.m.
- Location: 902 Brewing Co., 101 Pacific Ave.
- Cost: Free
- Live Music, Drinks
Golden Shoals at Fox & Crow
This Friday, check out Golden Shoals at Fox & Crow. “Ever inspired by the enduring spirit of traditional Appalachian mountain music, their songwriting comes across as simple, honest, and fresh to the ears. The listener can expect the polished technique of conservatory training, in tandem with the grit, drive, and soul of musicians like Roscoe Holcomb or Ola Belle Reed.”
- http://www.foxandcrowjc.com/events/2023/4/28/golden-shoals
- Friday, April 28
- 8 to 10 p.m.
- Location: Fox & Crow, 594 Palisade Ave.
- Cost: $10 cover
- Live Music
Corgi Comedy Club
Local comedians Ryan Rummel and Alex Grubard present Corgi Comedy Club at Corgi Spirits. “Each month features stand-up comedians from your favorite movies, television shows, podcasts and festivals. Enjoy a unique nightlife experience in a charming, intimate atmosphere that can only be provided at Corgi Spirits.”
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/corgi-comedy-club-april-28th-2023-tickets-622277628137?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
- Friday, April 28
- 8 to 10 p.m.
- Location: Corgi Spirits at the Jersey City Distillery, 1 Distillery Dr.
- Cost: $20
- Comedy, Drinks
Art in Nature: Field Observations at Liberty State Park
“Join artist Eileen Ferara for an urban nature walk to Caven Point beach for observations on nature, its influence on her work, and her art process. Small field journals and pencils will be provided to make your own observations.” This event is not recommended for children under five years of age. Attendees must register in advance.
- https://www.folsp.org/events/april_2023_nature_program.pdf
- Saturday, April 29
- 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Location: meet at Liberty State Park Lot #1, 300 Morris Pesin Dr.
- Cost: Free
- Nature, Art, Family friendly
Spring Community Clean Up Day
The Village Neighborhood Association, Hamilton Park Neighborhood Association, and the Office of Councilman Solomon are hosting this community cleanup event on Saturday. Supplies will be provided for attendees.
- https://hpna.wildapricot.org/event-5232114?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=4/3/2023
- Saturday, April 29
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Location: meet at corner of 6th & Coles
- Cost: Free
- Giving Back
JCFamilies’ School, Summer Camp & Daycare Fair
This Saturday at City Hall Plaza, JCFamilies will be hosting their annual School Summer Camp Fair, featuring “over 42 camps, schools, and daycares, and the early Childhood Department will be there to answer your questions regarding PreK programs.” There will also be entertainment for children, like a magic show, bubbles, and dance.
- https://jcfamilies.com/event/jcfamilies-school-summer-camp-daycare-fair-2/
- Saturday, April 29
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Location: City Hall Plaza, 280 Grove St.
- Cost: Free
- Community event, Family friendly
The Embankment at JCFPL Five Corners Branch
The Embankment Preservation Coaltion will be hosting a presentation and discussion centered on The Embankment, “a massive stone rail structure on 6th Street in Downtown Jersey City…. Nature moved in as the trains moved out, creating meadows and forest. Residents founded the Embankment Coalition to preserve the site for open space, trail, and possible future light rail.”
- https://jclibrary.libcal.com/event/10615716
- Saturday, April 29
- 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
- Location: Jersey City Free Public Library Five Corners Branch, 678 Newark Ave.
- Cost: Free
- Community event
FLOURIISH at 902 Brewing Co.
Head to 902 Brewing Co. this Saturday for this special event featuring “19 artists, live performances, food trucks, DJs and much more!”
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flouriish-tickets-591508416597?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
- Saturday, April 29
- 4 to 10 p.m.
- Location: 902 Brewing Co., 101 Pacific Ave.
- Cost: $20
- Art, Performance, Eat & Drink
Mana Contemporary Open Studios
Mana Contemporary’s Spring Open House event will be a special opportunity to meet artists and curators, see new exhibitions, hear musical performances, and take advantage of food and drink specials.
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mana-contemporary-jersey-city-open-studio-tickets-590572045887?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
- Sunday, April 30
- 12 to 6 p.m.
- Location: Mana Contemporary Jersey City, 888 Newark Ave.
- Cost: Free
- Art, Live Music, Family friendly
White Eagle Hall Presents Shayfer James
Shayfer James will be performing at White Eagle Hall this Sunday evening. The singer-songwriter “weaves lyrically eloquent dark-pop songs from gothic landscapes that evoke the narcotic mysticism of a Lewis Carroll-inspired three-ring circus.”
- https://wl.seetickets.us/event/Shayfer-James/528316?afflky=WhiteEagleHall
- Sunday, April 30
- 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show
- Location: White Eagle Hall, 337 Newark Ave.
- Cost: $15
- Live Music
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