– followed by a nature walk in the park. The event is run by the Audubon Society and hosted by the Commission. Free. Meadowlands Environment Center, 3 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst. RSVP: 201-230-4983. Don Torino:
GreatAuk4@aol.com. For last-minute weather updates:
MeadowBlog.net.
Legendary Locals of Jersey City – 4pm. Historian and author Alan Skontra visits and talks about his new book, Legendary Locals of Hobolken. Free. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240.
HobokenMuseum.org.
MONDAY, APRIL 14 Yoga for Arthritis/Arthritic
Conditions –
2-3pm. This yoga session - with Kelly Naughton, RN, RYT of Flexible Rhythm Yoga at Care Point Hospital Locations - is appropriate for people with arthritis or arthritic conditions, scoliosis and osteoporosis. Hoboken University Medical Center, Asumption Hall, 308 Willow Ave, Hoboken. 201- 418-2381.
Yogativity@gmail.com.
Intro to Ayurveda – 7-8:15pm. Love offering. Grace Episcopal Church, 39 Erie St, Jersey City. 646-275-6224.
ModernSage.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 19
Beauty with the Yogi – 9am. A 1-hour session of yoga (with Kelly Naughton RYT) at the Salon by Soon Dar Secrets, then a refreshing beverage and beauty treatment of your choice – blow-dry, manicure or pedicure. It’s like having a mini spa get away in town, without having to pack. The salon caters to an organic lifestyle. $48, reservations required. The Salon by Soon Dar Secrets, 251 First St, Hoboken. 201-683-0300. SoonDarSecrets. com. Kelly:
Yogativity@gmail.com.
Run like Hell-th 5K & 1M Wellness Walk – 9am. To benefit Friends of Special Children, Bayonne. Enjoy such healthy extras as massage therapists, chiropractic evaluations, stress evaluations and info displays. Enjoy post-race fruit, veggies, bagels, coffee and hot chocolate. Fun activities for the kids. Stephen R. Gregg Bayonne Park, Hudson County Park, Avenue A, Bayonne. 908- 245-3000.
Tears@PracticeHard.com.
Happy Hands: Kids Lab – 12:15-1pm & 2:15- 3pm. Oil and Water do mix in this experiment! Understand the key role emulsifiers play in a popular body product. Apply this knowledge while mixing up your very own hand lotion that is yours to keep. For children ages 6-12 accompanied by at least 1 adult per 4 children. Free with paid admission. Liberty Science Center, Jennifer A. Chalsty Center for Science Learning and Teaching, Liberty State Park, 222 Jersey City Blvd, Jersey City. 201-200-1000. RSVP:
LSC.org.
MONDAY, APRIL 21
Herbal Healing; Nature’s Pharmacy – 7-8:15pm. Learn about the healing properties of various herbs and how and when to use them. Love offering. Grace Episcopal Church, 39 Erie St, Jersey City. 646-275-6224.
ModernSage.com.
TUESDAY, APRIL 22
Earth Day Concert with Spook Handy – 7:30pm. The concert celebrates our amazing planet and features folk singer Spook Handy. Doors open at
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6:45 p.m. The event is run by the Audubon Soci- ety and hosted by the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission. Meadowlands Environment Center, 3 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst. Register: 201- 230-4983. Don Torino:
GreatAuk4@aol.com.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23
Basic Life Support (CPR) Refresher Course – 8:45am-1pm. Review the skills of CPR for victims of all ages, use of an automated external defibril- lator and relief of choking. Students participate in, practice and complete various skills and learning stations. For anyone who must have a credential (card) documenting successful completion of a CPR course. $60. JCMC EMS Classroom, 415 Montgomery Street, Jersey City. Register: Linda Johnson: 201-547-6126.
Training@jcmcems.org.
New Jersey National College Fair – Apr 23 & 24. Both days, 9am-12pm; Wed, 6-9pm. Interact with more than 250 college and universities from across the country. Workshops on topics such as financial aid and scholarships will be offered. Free. Meadowlands Exposition Center, 355 Plaza Dr, Secaucus. 800-243-9774.
NACACNet.org.
NJ Invasive Species Strike Team – 7-9pm. The Strike Team – private individuals and 80+ public and private partners – is a statewide effort to prevent the spread of emerging invasive non- native species that threaten our environment and natural resources. Learn how the Team is working to address these threats and protect the future of our environment. $5, $4/members. Meadowlands Environment
Lyndhurst. Register: 201-230-4983.
THURSDAY, APRIL 24 Music Theatre Workshop Performances – Apr 24 & 25. 7:30pm. Marc G. Dalio, director. Public welcome. West Side Theatre,285 West Side Ave, Jersey City. 201-200-2390.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
Beyond Rubik’s Cube – Opens today. A 7,000 sq ft exhibition exploring the innovations and insights inspired by 40 years of the world’s most
popular puzzle. Includes the largest Rubik’s Cube ever assembled – the Groovik’s Cube – so big it takes three people working together to solve it, and robots that can solve the Rubik’s Cube faster than humans. The Liberty Science Center, Liberty State Park, 222 Jersey City Blvd, Jersey City. 201- 200-1000.
LSC.org.
Earth Day at Liberty State Park – 10am- 4pm. The 23rd year of one of the largest Earth Day celebrations in the Garden State with Lady Liberty as the backdrop. A litter free and carbon neutral event; non-stop entertainment, non-stop educational fun, a 5K Race/Walk and Kids Fun Run, 100+ vendors and activities intended to inspire awareness and appreciation of Mother Earth. Amusements and activities for the whole family. Free. Liberty State Park, 299 Morris Pesin Dr, Jersey City. 732-255-1844.
Earth Day 5K – 10am. T-shirts to all pre- registrants and post-registrants while supplies last. Trophies and medals in many categories. Post-race refreshments at the Earth Day Fair, featuring
the Earth Day Kid’s Kingdom. All
activities, including parking, located in beautiful Liberty State Park, 200 Morris Pesin Dr, Jersey City.
Recycle@hcia.org.
RunSignUp.com/Race/ NJ/JerseyCity/EarthDay5K.
Pop R&B Concert – 7pm. Student performers and ensembles. Andrew Schwartz, director. $15, $5/students, seniors. Margaret Williams Theater, New Jersey City University, 2040 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City.
NJCU.edu.
Center, 3 DeKorte Park Plaza, SUNDAY, APRIL 27
Lincoln Tunnel Challenge 5K – One of the few races run underwater. The 3.1 mile walk or run starts on the New Jersey side of the tunnel using the south tube to New York and returns back to the finish line on the New Jersey side. USATF sactioned. LCD displays at finish show race clock and finisher’s name, town and time. Benefits Special Olympics of New Jersey.
ltc5k.kintera.org/.
Community Health Screening – 9:30am-
3pm. Free screenings and information on blood pressure, heart rate, percentage of oxygen in the
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