calendar of events


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


SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1


Bird-Watching/Nature Walk – 10am-12pm. Two-hour nature walk with


expert Audubon


Society members. Be on the lookout for Dowitchers, warblers and other fall migrants and shorebirds. Bring binoculars, bug spray and a sense of wonder. Confirm details at Meadowblog. net. Free, registration recommended. DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst. Don Torino: 201-230-4983. GreatAuk4@gmail.com.


WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4


Guided Pontoon Boat Cruise – Sep 4, 5, 10, 13, 18, 24. 5pm. Two-hour trip along the Hackensack River and its marshes with an experienced guide knowledgeable of the Meadowlands ecosystem; hear about the history of the river and look for birds and other wildlife that inhabit these marshes. See nature up-close to photograph and make videos of the natural beauty of the Meadowlands and its unique urban eco-system. For ages 10 up. Free. River Barge Park, 260 Outwater Lane, Carlstadt. Cathy Vonk: 201-460-4677. NJSea.com.


Beer + Yoga – Sep 4, 18, Oct 2. 7:00 pm. At Departed Soles Brewing Company, $10 gets you an hour of yoga, a brewery tour, and a glass of beer. Hang out after, have your less flexible friends meet you, and enjoy all the Tasting Room has to offer. No experience is necessary, but it is BYOM (bring your own mat). $10, RSVPs are encouraged. Departed Soles Brewing Co, 150 Bay St, Ste 2A, Jersey City. DepartedSoles.com.


THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5


Hoboken Italian Festival – Sept 5-8. Thu, Fri 6-11pm; Sat, Sun 11am-11pm. The premier Italian-American festival in the tri-state area is derived from a 600 year old festival in Italy, the Feast of the Madonna Dei Martiri. The highlight of the fest, beyond the variety of foods and days of entertainment, is the daylong religious procession on Sat, Sept 9. The procession runs through the streets of Hoboken, including a reenactment of the Blessing of the Fleet in the Hudson River, The fest culminates with a fireworks extravaganza. Frank Sinatra Dr, Hoboken. 201-653-2699. 732-255-2144.


SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7


Saturday Boat Cruise – 8:30am. Two-hour trip along the Hackensack River and its marshes with an experienced guide knowledgeable of the Meadowlands ecosystem; hear about the history of the river and look for birds and other wildlife that inhabit these marshes. See nature up-close to photograph and make videos of the natural beauty of the Meadowlands and its unique urban eco- system. For ages 10 up. Free. River Barge Park, 260 Outwater Lane, Carlstadt. Cathy Vonk: 201- 460-4677. NJSea.com.


Scarecrow Planter: DIY for Kids – 9am-12pm. Hands-on workshop where you and your child can build a scarecrow planter. Your young farmer


36 Hudson County NAHudson.com


SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Butterfly Festival – 1:30-3pm. Celebrate


all


things butterfly at this fun educational festival, geared to children, where butterflies that have just emerged and are ready to go are released. The Monarchs, now being considered for listing on the US Endangered Species List, will join the amazing migration over thousands of miles to Mexico. Join us for an informative afternoon. Hands on activities available. Free, donations appreciated. Garretson Forge and Farm, 4-02 River Rd, Fair Lawn. 201-797-1775. GarretsonFarm.org.


TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10


Diabetes Support Group – Sept 10, Oct 8, Nov 5. 2:30-4pm. Those living with diabetes, or their caregivers, can freely discuss positive lifestyle changes and ways to manage diabetes, check their blood glucose, and more. The group will be guided by a certified facilitator. Free. Jersey City Medical Center, Rm 5, 355 Grand St, Jersey City. RSVP: 888-724-7123. Info, Sandy Moreau, PharmD: 201-915-2000 x 3923.


THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12


can learn how a seed grows while you help them construct a festive home for their plant. They will sand, glue, and paint pieces of wood to create this holiday planter. Recommended for ages 5 through 12. All kids get to keep their project, receive a certificate of achievement, a workshop apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last. Children must be present at the store to receive the kit, apron and pin. Free. All Hudson County Home Depots: Jersey City, Secaucus, North Bergen, etc. 800-466-3337. HomeDepot.com.


North Bergen Flea Market & Collectible Show – 9am-4pm. More than 50 exhibitors selling an array of merchandise such as back to school items, handbags, incense and oils, sports collectibles, jewelry, gift items, antiques and collectibles, garage/tag sale items and more. Fundraiser for NJ Special Olympics. 9280 John F Kennedy Blvd, North Bergen.


St Mark’s Festival – Sep 7, 8. 10am-11pm. It’s that time again. Games, prizes, and food, from traditional kofta to gyros and cheese steak. A dunk tank where you can show off your pitching skills. Enjoy an ice cold cup of sugar cane (ASAB) juice. And don’t forget we have Heaven, where the bible comes to life. St. Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Church, 427 West Side Ave, Jersey City.


Bridge Arts Festival – 11am-6pm. A celebration of creative arts in Bayonne, the festival will feature an artist market, kids craft corner by Crafty Fox, musical performances, a food truck row and a dance performance stage. This is a family friendly event. Mayor Dennis P Collins Park, West 1st St and Kill Van Kull, Bayonne. BridgeArtsFestival.com.


Pipeline – Wed-Sun, Sep12-Oct 6. Wed-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. By playwright Dominique Morisseau, Pipeline brings an urgent conversation powerfully to the fore. Issues of class, race, parenting, and education in America come to the surface as we are left to question the structures that ultimately trap underserved communities. $15/Wed, $30/Thu & Sun, $40/Fri-Sat, $18/students, seniors. The Mile Square Theatre, 1400 Clinton St, Hoboken. MileSquareTheatre.org.


NPS at Secaucus Summer Concert Series – 7pm. New Power Soul is amongst the top New Jersey bands; an exciting, high-energy band that will


create sophisticated, classy FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13


Back to School Picnic – 4-7pm. JCFamilies annual Back to School Picnic.


Getting back


into the swing of the new school year can be challenging and this is a great opportunity to reconnect with your neighbors and community. Hamilton Park, Jersey City. JCFamilies.com/ Event/Back-To-School-Picnic-In-Jersey-City/


SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14


Mobile Shredding Venues – 9am-2pm. Hudson County residents (no businesses) are invited to have personal, confidential and sensitive documents shredded at a mobile paper shredding site. Rain or shine; no plastic binders; remove large binder clips; recycle magazines and non- confidential paper curbside; limit your documents to less than 40lbs. Free. Troy Towers, Union City and Red Bull Arena, Parking Lot N, Harrison.


Meadowlands Birding Festival – 8:30am- 4:30pm. This spectacular day will include bird


atmosphere.


Bring a blanket or a lawn chair. Free. The Plaza at Harmon Meadow, 700 Plaza Dr, Secaucus.


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