or otherwise in need through gifts of new, hand- made blankets and afghans created by volunteer “blanketeers.” Secaucus Public Library, 1379 Paterson Plank Road, Secaucus.
Orgsites.com/nj/ plhudsonbergen.
Family & Friends CPR – 2-3pm. Last Wed. Learn basic CPR in a dynamic group with prac- tice-while-watching method to provide the most hands-on practice time during the program. No course completion card. Free. Preregister as space is limited. Jersey City Medical Center, 415 Mont- gomery St, Jersey City. Linda Johnson: 201-547- 6126.
Training@jcmcems.org.
Jivamukti Basics Class – 2-3:30pm. See Mon- day listing. $45/5classes. Jivamukti Yoga Cen- ter, 171Newark Ave, Jersey City. 201-993-1110.
JivamuktiYogaJerseyCity.com.
First Aid for Children – 3-4pm. Learn to manage illness and injuries in a child until professional help arrives: preventing injuries, recognizing and treating basic emergencies, relief of choking in in- fants. Free. Preregister as space is limited. Jersey City Medical Center, 415 Montgomery St, Jersey City. Linda Johnson: 201-547-6126. Training@
jcmcems.org
Hudson County Hispanic Pastors – 5-7pm. 1st Wed. To be included in the agenda, or to partici- pate in a discussion of community matters of Jer- sey City and Hudson County, please contact us 10 days prior to the scheduled meeting. Free. JCMC Conference Rm #5, 355 Grand St, Jersey City. 201-222-1680.
HispanicPastors@aol.com.
Computer Classes for Adults – 6-7:30pm. Sub- jects include introduction to Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Register by phone; patrons will be notified for a specific date and time of selected class sessions. Jersey City Free Public Library, Miller Branch Library, 489 Bergen Ave, Jersey City. 201-547-4551.
Yoga in Lincoln Park – 6-7:30pm. Vinyasa style yoga by specializing in rejuvenation, revitaliza- tion and relaxation. Beginners are encouraged to attend. Meet like-minded people and have good workout. Bring a yoga mat, water and a towel. Free. Community Room, Hank Gallo Center, Har- rison Ave, Jersey City. Info: CamilleyaYoga@
gmail.com.
Groove on Grove: Outdoor Music – 6-9pm. A family-friendly event showcasing local musi- cians, performers, food vendors and other local businesses. Grove Street PATH, Jersey City. 201- 547-3554.
Zumba – 6:30-7:30pm. A total workout, com- bining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of feeling. Free. Mary McLeod-Bethune Life Center, 134-150 Martin Luther King Dr, Bayonne.
Bereavement Support Group for Adults – 6:30- 7:30pm. 3rd Wed. For individuals who have re- cently lost a loved one (family member or friend). The group intention is to bring you comfort dur- ing your grieving process. It is suggested that you wait 4-6 weeks after your loss before attending. Free. Jersey City Medical Center, Conference Room 5, 415 Montgomery St, Jersey City. RSVP, Susan Lanning: 201-915-2897 or Nancy Pain: 201-915-2058.
Bayonne Parents of Autistic Kids Support Group – 7-9pm. 1st Wed. Support group for par- ents and caregivers of children who have autism spectrum disorders. Group run by Patricia Ken- nedy. Jewish Community Center, 1050 Kennedy Blvd, Bayonne. 201-823-9541.
Project Linus – 7-9pm. 2nd Wed. The mission is to provide love, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans created by volunteer “blanketeers.” Se- caucus Public Library, 1379 Paterson Plank Road, Secaucus.
Orgsites.com/nj/plhudsonbergen.
Open Level Yoga – 7:15-8:30pm. An emphasis on healthy alignment that strengthens core and di- minishes stress. Feel stronger, centered and con- nected to your vital creative energy. Zen Space, 450 Seventh St & Adams, Hoboken. Info, de- tails:
Yogativity@gmail.com. RSVP: ZenSpace
Studios.com.
Fireside Chats – 7:30pm. An opportunity to en- gage with others in discussions on various topics related to faith and spirituality. A different topic each week. Our Lady of Grace Church, 400 Wil- low Ave, Hoboken. 201-659-0369.
Meditation Class – 7:30-8:30pm. Various Zen guided meditation styles. Open to beginners or advanced; bring a mat or cushion – a couple are avail to purchase or to loan, but please be prepared to sit. $10. Modern Sage, 351 2nd St, Jersey City. 201-360-2318.
ModernSage.com.
Figure Drawing – 7:30-10:30pm. The school provides a wide array of short to long poses. Feel free to arrive with any medium, but no dirty tur- pentine if you are oil painting. $10. Jersey City Art School, 326 Fifth St, Jersey City. 201-721- 6185.
JCArtSchool.com.
thursday
Uptown Storytime at the Museum – 10am. 1st and 3rd Thurs. Librarian Penny Metsch shares stories with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers. Free. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240.
HobokenMuseum.org.
Computer Classes for Adults – 10am-12pm. Subjects include introduction to Microsoft Win- dows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Register by phone; patrons will be notified for a specific date and time of selected class sessions. Jersey City Free Public Library, Main Library, 4th Fl, 2011 472 Jersey Ave, Jersey City. 201-547-4508.
Blood Pressure Screening/Health Consulta-
tion – 10am-12pm. 2nd Thurs. No appointment necessary. Opportunity to discuss health concerns with the nurse and have their blood pressure tak- en. Receive information on cardiovascular risk reduction, including diet modification, smoking cessation and benefits of exercise. Kearney Public Nursing Dept, 645 Kearny Ave, Kearny. 201-997- 0600.
KearneyUSA.com.
Senior Game Day – 1pm. 4th Thurs. Spend time socializing and playing fun games; a variety of card games and board games are provided, and you can bring their own games from home if
you wish. Refreshments are served. Free. North Bergen Public Library, Conference Rm, 8411 Bergenline Ave, North Bergen. 201-869-4715.
NBPL.org.
Community Yoga Class – 4:30pm. Vinyasa yoga. $10 donation. SunMoon Yoga, 413 Monmouth St, Jersey City. 201-963-7999.
Breast Cancer Survivors Support Group - 5-6pm. 2nd Thur. Bring a friend. Bring a family member. Medical Office Building, JCMC Cam- pus, 355 Grand St, Jersey City. Vivian Rohrsetzer: 201 716-5880.
LibertyHCS.org.
Teen Craft Club – 6pm. Craft club projects in- clude beading, hook rugs, drawing, origami and more. Hoboken City
Library, 500 Park Ave, Hoboken. 201-420-2280.
Hoboken.BCCLS.org.
SJC Green Drinks + ART – 6-9pm. 3rd Thurs. Community members interested in sustainabil- ity get together for some down time at new net- working venue for live music, food and drinks, art installations and information sharing. Culi- nary Conference Center Lounge, Hudson County Community College, near Journal Square PATH, 161 Newkirk St, Jersey City.
SustainableJC.org.
Diabetes Self-Management Education – 6:30- 7:30pm. 1st Thurs. The primary goal of diabetes self-care management education is to provide knowledge and skill training, as well as help indi- viduals identify barriers, facilitate problem-solv- ing and develop coping skills to achieve effec- tive self-care management and behavior change. Preregister a must as space is limited. JCMC, 355 Grand St, Jersey City. Corraine Lisio: 201-915- 2948.
CLisio@libertyhcs.org.
Fun Run – 7pm. The store sponsors a free run- ning club that does about 3.5 miles, and offers a start point and place to rest afterward. New Jersey Running Company, 127 Washington Ave, Hobo- ken. 201-984-3952.
Run.com.
Nia Class Experience – 7-8pm. A high-energy, low-impact class taken barefoot to soul-stirring music. Move beyond aerobics to work out (not wear out) body, mind and spirit. No experience necessary. Monroe Street Movement Space, Rm 514C, 720 Monroe Street, Hoboken. Details: 201- 320-0798.
Readers’ Circle Book Group – 7-8:30pm. 3rd Thurs. A community event open to all book lov- ers. Meetings are held inside the church; coffee and cake is served. All book lovers are welcome and encouraged to bring a friend; coffee and cake is served. 2013 was the most successful season yet of the Readers’ Circle. Free. All Saints Church, 701 Washington St, Hoboken.
Padres Ayundando a Padres – 7-9pm. 1st Thurs. Group provides support, information and resourc- es to the Spanish-speaking autism community. Iglesia San Augustin, 3900 New York Ave, Union City. Susana Albistur: 201-864-7262.
Animation Night – 7:30-9:30pm. JCAS regu- lar programs do not require advance registra- tion; walk-ins are encouraged. $10. Jersey City Art School, 1 McWilliams Place, 4th Fl (Hamil- ton Park on 8th St), Jersey City. 201-721-6185.
JCArtSchool.com.
HOHA Run – 7:40pm. The Hoboken Harriers Running Club, a diverse group of runners/jog-
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