calendar of events


All Calendar events for the June issue must be received by May 10 and adhere to our guidelines. Visit NAHudson.com for guidelines and to submit entries.


TUESDAY, MAY 1


Wonder Women 11 Art Exhibit: Eye Of The Storm – May 1-4, 7-9. 11am-5pm. Voicing concern and a call for action, this all-female group of artists uses various media and processes to explore the science, story, and future of environmental policy and life on the planet. Curated by Doris Cacoilo and Eileen Ferara, Free. Harold B. Lemmerman Gallery, Hepburn Hall, Room 323, New Jersey City University, 2039 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City. 201-200-3246.


WEDNESDAY, MAY 2


Artist & Maker Market at Groove on Grove – May 2, 23. 5-9pm. Artist & Maker Market has teamed up with the Groove on Grove live music series to bring some of the best artisans and vintage vendors out there. Shop for or sell merchandise


while you and your


to create a family tree; discuss the various DNA testing options and how it can help you find long lost cousins; and review the different resources such as birth, death and marriage certificates, military documents, obituaries and other sources to help verify family history. $15. HCCC, Journal Square, 161 Newkirk St, Jersey City. 201-360- 4246. HCCC.edu.


audience


enjoy music, food and cold drink for a complete festival experience. Grove PATH Plaza, Grove St, Jersey City.


Ride New Jersey: Local Mountain Biking Trails and Tips – 7-8:30pm. A class on three local MTB Parks. Each park, within a two-hour driving distance, offers a different experience: Six Mile, Lewis Morris, and Jungle Habitat. An REI Instructor will explore the different characteristics of each park, as well as the difference between riding cross-country vs. all mountain, and what you will need to be prepared for your next MTB outing. Free. Paramus REI, 2200 Bergen Town Ctr, Paramus. 201-226-1560. REI.com.


The William D. McDowell Observatory – May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. 8-10:30pm. Confirm dates and viewing schedule on website. View constellations, planets and other celestial objects through a research-grade telescope, with a 20-inch mirror, housed beneath a six-meter retractable dome. The powerful instrument can capture objects millions of light years away. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Entry is on a first-come basis. In order to access the telescope, visitors must be able to climb 25 steps in a spiral formation. DeKorte Park, One DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst. 201- 460-8300. NJSEA.com.


THURSDAY, MAY 3


The Gabriel Alegria Afro-Peruvian Sextet – 7 & 9pm. The Afro-Peruvian Sextet, led by NJCU’s Jazz Studies Director Gabriel Alegria, has won audiences across the globe with its infectious rhythms and original compositions. An evening of irrepressible Latin jazz music, with guest percussion master Hugo Alcazar. $15, $5/ students, seniors. NJCU, West Side Theatre, 285 West Side Ave, Jersey City. 201-377-5105. NJCU. edu/arts.


SATURDAY, MAY 5


The Basics of Genealogy – 9-11am. Discover who you are and where you came from. Learn


36 Hudson County NAHudson.com


Windmill Planter: DIY for Kids – 9am-12pm. Discuss the benefits of non-polluting sustainable energy in a hands-on workshop where you and your child can build a model windmill that holds a beautiful seasonal flower or low maintenance herb just in time for Mother’s Day. Once your planter is built, your child can decorate it with paint and stickers. Children get to keep their project, receive a certificate of achievement, a workshop apron, and a commemorative pin. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult and must be present in the store at all times. Free. All Hudson County Home Depots: Jersey City, Secaucus, North Bergen, etc. 800-466- 3337. HomeDepot.com.


Childbirth Class – May 5 &12. 9am-12:30pm. The more you understand about labor, the better prepared you will feel: understanding the process, breathing and relaxation techniques, the role of the support person, options for pain medications and medical


interventions, Caesarean birth,


understand your body after childbirth, newborn appearance, and procedures after


birth. $125/


per couple delivering at PMC, $150/if delivering elsewhere. Palisades Medical Center, 7600 River Road, North Bergen. Robin Petrick: 201-295- 4823. PalisadesMedical.org.


Secaucus Green Festival – 10am-4pm. The Festival has environmental activities for children, music, pontoon boat rides, live animals, hourly educational presentations and more than 50 food and green product vendors. Last year 4,000 people attended. It’s an excellent opportunity to spend the day outside, right on the banks of the Hackensack River and to learn more about the environment.


Free. Secaucus Xchange, 5000


Riverside Station Blvd, Secaucus. Amanda: 201- 864-7336. SecaucusNJ.gov.


Nutritional Muscle Testing – 11am-3:30pm. Muscle testing,


applied to a program. kinesiology, uses the


body as a dowsing tool. Learn the points on the body that reflect nutritional and health status. In nutrition it is a tool illustrating the need for compliance


$75, $50/students


of Dian’s Six-Month Nutritional Certification. Dian’s Wellness Simplified, 1500 Mt Kemble Ave, Ste 202, Morristown. RSVP: 973 267-4816.


Screen Printing with Guttenberg Arts – 12- 4pm. Workshop is designed to provide basic skills in silkscreen printing. Students will create a print by drawing and painting using screen filler. Participants are encouraged to bring their own sketches and items for printing. Beginners welcome, no prior printmaking


experience


necessary. $59. HCCC, Jersey City. 201-360- 4246. HCCC.edu.


Holi Festival of Colors – 12-8pm. Holi Hai, the most popular festival of colors in the tri- state area takes place on the waterfront with spectacular views of the NYC skyline. Includes live performances, color playing, delicious food, clothing and jewelry bazaar, vendors, colors countdown, raffle and prizes, family festival and an after-party with a DJ and dancing. Free. The Exchange Place Plaza and the waterfront, Jersey City. More info: SuratiHoliHai.org.


Eco-Cruise: Meadowlands Discovery – 3-5:30pm. An excursion through the tidal reaches of the Hackensack River and the Meadowlands. The shallow draft boats are able to visit numerous wetlands, including the Sawmill Creek Wildlife Management Area – The Jewel of the Meadowlands – home to shorebirds, waterfowl, herons, raptors, muskrats and more. Narrated by a licensed Captain, birds, wildlife and the region’s history are some of the topics covered. Suggested donations: $20, $10/child under 13; no children under age 4; reservations required. Laurel Hill Park, Laurel Hill Rd, Secaucus. RSVP: 201-968-0808.


SUNDAY, MAY 6


Rock the River: Palisades Races – The most scenic races anywhere. is a challenging


but rewarding


The half-marathon race


along


Henry Hudson Drive – one of the nation’s first recognized scenic roads – as you ascend then descend the cliffs. The 5K has elevation changes of just over 200 feet. The 6K takes Long Path up the cliffs, across the ridgeline, then back down to the river. Proceeds from the races support the Palisades and the Parks. Ross Dock, Palisades Interstate Park, Fort Lee. 845-786-2701 x 252. RockTheRiverRace.com.


Trekking Mexico by Mexico Beyond Mariachi – 4pm. Diving deep into folk traditions, entertaining,


this educational show takes you on


a historical and geographical journey through Mexican music and dance. From the drums of Tenochtitlan


to the jaranas of Veracruz, this


multimedia show is a cultural ride through Mexico. $15. White Eagle Hall, 337 Newark Ave, Jersey City. WhiteEagleHallJC.com/.


TUESDAY, MAY 8


Lost Sock Day, A Celebration – 6-7pm. Did the Sock Monster eat one of your favorite socks? If so, bring its mate to the library and they will help you create a sock puppet. Or bring in a clean tube sock to make a sock puppet. Free. Panasonic Room, Secaucus Public Library, 1379 Paterson Plank Rd, Secaucus. 201-330-2083. SecaucusLibrary.org.


Aura Workshop – 6-8pm. Learn about the


aura, what it does, and how to sense or see the aura. Topics include colors, shape, and dimensions of the aura; how to interpret and best ways to


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