With the Fourth of July weekend behind us and temps soaring, it’s the perfect time to enjoy slow summer weekends soaking up the many events in our area and beyond. If you’re looking to get out and socialize from a safe distance, there are lots to check out. Or if you’re planning to stay home and enjoy the AC, make sure to mark your calendar for all the fun virtual events coming up. Check out this list of all the virtual and in-person events happening in Hoboken, Jersey City, and beyond this weekend {July 9th-12th}.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
Featured Events
Hudson Table Is Now Offering Outdoor Dining
Hoboken Girl’s New Job Board Platform — 30+ Jobs to Apply to this Weekend
Available Now | Ongoing
To make your job search easier and to help connect our community on both sides to opportunities, we’ve created a job board for all of our readers and business owners to get all the latest local jobs listings — complete with jobs available by businesses in NJ, NY, and of course — across Hudson County. Check it out here. It’s always free to apply to any job! Here are some of the listings you can currently apply for:
— Jewelry Production Assistant. Apply here.
– Assistant Store Manager at Alba and A X D. Apply here.
— Salon Coordinator and Assistant at Spesh. Apply here.
— Dog Walker & Business Developer. Apply here.
In-Person Events
Yoga on Pier A with Hudson Yoga Project
Thursday, July 9th | 10:00AM-11:00AM
Join Hudson Yoga Project’s Brie Bednarski on Pier for some outdoor yoga to get moving before the official weekend hits. Sign up here.
Healing on the Pier with Acupuncture Atelier
Thursday, July 9th | 3:00PM-7:30PM
Join Acupuncture Atelier for “Healing On the Pier” on the 12th Street Pier {in front of the Maxwell} for complimentary Auricular {ear} treatments. Auricular treatments have been used for decades to effectively calm the nervous system.
Historic Downtown Jersey City Farmers’ Market
Thursday, July 9th | 4:00PM-8:00PM
Farmers’ markets are a great way to get fresh produce while supporting local vendors. Stop by the Pedestrian Mall to check out this popular market. Check out all the different vendors here.
Yappy Hour with Tally-Ho: $1 From Every Pitcher Donated To LHS
Saturday, July 11th | 12:00PM-10:00PM
Head over to Tall-Ho starting at noon for $10 pitchers of sangria, mimosas, manmosas, and more. $1 from every pitcher will be donated to Liberty Humane Society.
Black Businesses Matter Street Festival
Saturday, July 11th | 12:00PM-7:00PM
Head to the Bethune Center {140 Martin Luther King Dr, Jersey City} to join an economic stimulus protest in support of black businesses in the community. There will be street vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, voter registration, and more. Everyone is welcome, and don’t forget your mask!
Community Clean UpHosted by Jersey City Anti-Violence Coalition Movement
Saturday, July 11th | 3:00PM-5:00PM
Join the Community Clean Up starting at Storms Ave and Monticello Ave {by the basketball court}. Masks, gloves, and refreshments will be provided. Get more info here.
Puppy Obedience Class at Playful Paws USA
Sunday, July 12th | 9:00AM-10:00AM
Puppy classes from Dog Life Hoboken will be held at Playful Paws USA. Call 844-729-7227 more information.
Riverview Farmers Market
Sunday, July 12th | 10:00AM-2:00PM
Check out vendors such as Alstede Farms, Stony Hill Farms, RH Farms, JC Fish Stand, and Gourmet Fruit and Nuts at the Riverside Farmers Market this weekend. Learn more here.
Summer HIIT Class with Hoboken Grace
Sunday, July 12th | 2:00PM-3:00PM
Ashley Kelley will get you moving and into shape with a high-intensity interval training {HIIT} class. The class will be safely distanced, so bring a friend and enjoy a good sweat session. Sign up here.
Virtual Weekend Events in the Area
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Game of Thrones Trivia Live-Stream
Wednesday, July 8th | 8:30PM-9:30PM
Raise your poisoned glasses to celebrate eight seasons of wedding mishaps, family squabbles, and good guys always winning at Game of Thrones Trivia Live-Stream, hosted by Lauren “LP” Parisi. This event is totally free, sign up here.
Vibes In The City Virtual Open Mic Night
Wednesday, July 8th | 9:00PM-11:00PM
Vibes In The City continues to operate its weekly Wednesday Open Mic Night via Instagram Live. All genres are welcomed to join at 9:00PM to sign the virtual Open Mic list. One of the biggest benefits of virtual open mic is that artists from any community are now getting to perform for fans across the world. Learn more here.
Tapping Into Joy Hosted by Hudson County Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, July 9th | 9:00AM-10:00AM
New Jersey Virtual Career Fair and Job Fair
Thursday, July 9th | 10:00AM-6:00PM
Virtual Wild & Scenic Film Festival “Intentional Adventure”
Friday, July 10th | 7:30PM-9:00PM
Main Street Pops is teaming up with Mile Square Theatre for the third event in their virtual film fundraising series, The Wild & Scenic Film Festival. This curated selection of feel-good film shorts, entitled “Intentional Adventure”, follows humans at their boldest, pushing against the limits of terrain, physics, endurance, and the human heart. Sign up here.
Free Family Yoga with Hudson Yoga Project
Thursday, July 9th | 4:00PM-4:45PM
Bring the whole family and join Hudson Yoga Project for free family yoga on Zoom. The class is only 45 minutes, so it’s perfect for kids of all ages and a great bonding activity. Sign up here.
Online Speed Dating for Singles ages 30-45 {NY/NJ}
Sunday, July 12th | 8:00PM-9:30PM
The perfect way to find a virtual companion with all the fun and efficiency of in-person speed dating events brought to your doorstep. A lovely host will guide you through your virtual event, there to assist you with anything or anyone. Get more information here
Online Classes with Coditum
All Weekend | Ongoing
Coditum {720 Monroe Street, Hoboken} will be offering a variety of online one-on-one classes. Find out more information and sign up here
Virtual Exhibition Tours at the Hoboken Historical Museum
All Weekend | Ongoing
The Hoboken Historical Museum {1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken} will be hosting a variety of virtual exhibition tours. Get more information here.
Free Online Ivy League Courses
All Weekend | Ongoing
Enjoy a slew of online courses from a variety of Ivy League schools. Get more information here.
Virtual Music Classes with Rockness Music
All Weekend | Ongoing
Enjoy a virtual music lesson with your little one with Rockness Music {multiple locations}. Get more info here.
Kid-Focused Events
Summer Camp with My Gym Hoboken
Ongoing | 8:00AM-5:00PM
Let your child experience camp that’s packed with games, relays, puppets, gymnastics, songs, dances, storytime, music, sports, arts and crafts, and much more. Led by their caring teachers, My Gym Camp is designed to enhance physical growth and a sense of individual success. Learn more here.
Kidville’s One Man Lullaby Band: Good Night Show
Thursday, July 10th | 5:15PM-5:45PM
Wind down before bedtime with sweet lullabies and musical story-telling. Bring your favorite stuffed animal BFF and a toothbrush to practice nighttime routines. Learn more and sign up here.
Stretch, Scribble & Sing: Kidville’s Good Morning Online Show
Friday, July 10th | 9:00AM-9:45AM
Start your day with the Kidville crew to ease into your AM routine. Wake up your body with a yoga flow and warm up your voice with some classic tunes on guitar for interactive singing and dancing. Discover creativity with follow-the-leader scribbling and drawing while you unlock The Letter of the Week. Get more info here.
Ms. M’s Story Time with the Hoboken Library: Bad Case of the Stripes & Blueberries for Sal
Friday, July 10th | All Day
Mrs. M is bringing you your child another wonderful storytime with the Hoboken Library {500 Park Avenue, Hoboken}. She’ll be reading two different stories this day. Learn more here.
Family FunDay Features “Dragons: Return of the Ice Sorceress” Live on Zoom
Saturday, July 11th | 1:00PM-2:00PM
Don’t miss this fun fantasy adventure from the ScienceTellers, featuring awesome dry ice experiments as special effects. Recommended for ages four and up. For questions please email Ashley.Hoffman@Hoboken.bccls.org. Sign up here.
Great NJ/NY Events
History Happy Hour, Part One: Hosted by Montclair History Center
Friday, July 10th | 5:00PM-6:00PM
Grab your mortar and pestle and get ready to make some historic drinks! Each week, the Montclair History Center will focus on a different room and time period while tasting the historic offerings of the time. Recipes and an ingredient list will be provided to participants ahead of time so that everyone can join in at home. {Non-alcoholic recipes will also be provided so that even the smallest viewer can participate.} Sign up here.
Sweetleaf Farm at the Montclair Farmers Market
Saturday, July 11th | 8:00AM-2:00PM
The Montclair Farmers’ Market offers an array of local farmers and artisans, including fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, cheeses, prepared foods, baked goods, condiments, honey, flowers, wine, pickles, and so much more. Learn more here.
Asbury Fresh 2020 Summer Market
Sunday, July 12th | 11:00AM-2:00PM
The market will allow for healthy social distancing, and proper safety precautions, while continuing the market as normally as possible. Get more information on vendors here.
Partner Happenings
Changó Kitchen Lunch Specials
Head to Changó Kitchen and enjoy lunch specials Monday-Friday from 11:00AM-3:00PM priced between $4-$12. Hospital, healthcare workers, and frontliners can also get 10% off as a thank you for their service during these times.
Use the code “HOBOKENGIRL” for Two Weeks Unlimited Training at F45 Training Exchange Place
Get two weeks of unlimited training for $35 at F45 Training Exchange Place, a {65% discount} when using the code HOBOKENGIRL at checkout. Learn more here.
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From now through September 4th, 2020, first-time clients can receive 50% off full body tans, existing clients can receive 25% off full body tans, 15% off all in-studio retail, and 10% off all Cryoskin treatments + packages — just tell them ‘Hoboken Girl’ sent you. Get more info here.
Upcoming Weekday Events
Monday, July 13th – Hit the streets of East End London without leaving your couch! This interactive Jack the Ripper walking tour will take you back to the dark and mysterious world of 1888 Victorian London as you try to suss out suspects and solve some murders. Book your spot here.
Monday, July 13th – Join Peter Gourri Coaching for a Monday Motivation Zoom Session. This free event focuses on how to find new ideas to overcome problems or share thoughts on how to achieve more. Get more info here.
Tuesday, July 14th – Join New York Adventure Club on a fascinating exploration of the former elevated railroads between Brooklyn and Manhattan, from the downtown portions of the 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue Elevated Railroads to the trains that ran across the Brooklyn Bridge. Learn more here.
Tuesday, July 14th – Baby Steps Pediatrics is inviting all expecting families to a prenatal open-house that will be held virtually through Zoom. This is a great opportunity to meet the doctor and see what the practice is all about. Call the office at 201-600-4306 to RSVP.
Tuesday, July 14th – Zebra Story Time & Craft with Ms. Valerie: Live on Zoom hosted by the Hoboken Library. Join Ms. Valerie for live storytime including books, songs, and rhymes. After the storytime, you’ll create simple zebras out of paper! Learn more here.
Wednesday, July 15th – This Facebook Live class will introduce cooking enthusiasts to the delicious & healthy world of vegetarian Indian food with ingredients that can be easily found in your pantry or the local grocery store. Join the Library’s Facebook at 5:30 PM. The video will be live and then recorded for those who want to watch later. Learn more here.
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