75 and sunny this Saturday? Finally!! We are sooo excited to get out this weekend and enjoy these great events. What are you weekend plans? Make sure to check out some of these great local events:
Spring Fling “Zac Attack” at Hoboken Air Studios: Friday, April 17th from 12-9:00PM
Hoboken Air Studios will be the first to roll out the Zac Zac Posen Summer Handbag Collection at their event this Friday. There will also be an opportunity to enter to win a free bag. For extra fun, go between 6:00 and 9:00 and enjoy cocktails while shopping- definitely a great happy hour option!
Hudson Theatre Ensemble Presents Almost Maine: Friday, April 17th – Sunday, April 19th
After a successful premier last weekend, Hudson Theatre Ensemble is back for round two with John Cariani’s Almost, Maine, an enchanting collection of vignettes about ordinary people in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Poignant, funny, and smart, Almost, Maine is wonderfully whimsical as well as down-to- earth. This is a play to love— for its quirkiness and its unabashed romantic spirit. The show will take place at the Hudson School Performance Space located at 601 Park Avenue (6th & Park) Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tickets are $20 for General Admission and $15 for seniors & students. For information and reservations call 201-377-7014 or email reservations@hudsontheatreensemb
EC Beauty’s New Location Grand Opening: Friday, April 17th from 4:00-8:00PM
EC Beauty Studio is celebrating their grand opening at 44 Hudson Place this Friday. They will now be working in conjunction with Dr. Fondacaro at Dr. Park Avenue to offer new types of treatments, including Botox. event will feature h’ordeurves, drinks, desserts, and beauty giveaways {including a custom facial yay!}. Congrats to them on the new location!
Hoboken Spoken at bwè kafe: Friday, April 17th from 8:30-10:00PM
We love bwè kafe’s monthly open mic night. Not only do they have some of the best coffee in town, but creativity is cool. Come out on Friday night and relax at a family friendly night of poetry, music, and other forms of soulful expression.
La La Lush at Maxwell’s: Friday, April 17th at 8:30PM
Maxwell’s can always be counted on for live music on the weekends and this one is no exception. Friday night La La Lush will play Friday night with special guests Vinal & Cecilia Celeste. The doors open at 8:30pm and tickets are $10.
Braid Bar Event at Work it Out: Saturday, April 18th from 10:00AM – 1:00PM
Take a class Saturday morning at either of the Work it Out locations and receive a complimentary braid from the talented stylists of Up and Out. All you have to do is sign up for a class. Work it Out has two locations at 603 Willow and 5 Marine Plaza View {on 1st and River}.
Jewelry Making Demonstration at EatMetal Inc: Sunday, April 19th at 2:30PM
Join EatMetal Inc. for a monthly jewelry demonstration. This month, techniques will include twisting wire, forming circles for earrings, soldering and more with a question and answers session to follow. Feel free to bring any pieces that you have made using this technique to share with others in the group. EatMetal is located in the Monroe Center, Suite e511.
Blue Eyes Restaurant Opening: Sunday, April 19th at 11:00AM
So while this may not be a specific event, we always think it’s eventful when a new restaurant opens- especially one with NYC views. Blue Eyes Restaurant opens this Sunday at 525 Sinatra Drive. This adorable space is right near the soccer fields down on Sinatra and will boast some of the best views from Hoboken. The menu offers wood-fired pizzas, pasta, appetizers, paninis, desserts, gelato & assorted coffees. In the Spring and Summer months they will have outdoor seating {yay!}. Stop by and welcome them to the neighborhood!
Something Old, Something New {Jersey} II Poetry Event: Sunday, April 19th at 3:00PM
To celebrate New Jersey’s literary heritage, the Hoboken Historical Museum and CavanKerry Press will host a new version of “Something Old, Something New (Jersey),” a standing-room-only event last April that celebrated our state’s 350th birthday. A new line-up of 10 vibrant NJ poets will read poems by iconic NJ poets, as well as a poem of their own. All are welcome, and the event is free. Arrive early to secure a seat this year. For more information and a list of the poets click here.
Upcoming Weekday Events
Monday, April 20th at 8:00PM- How I Met Your Mother Trivia at Maxwell’s {Legen –wait for it- dary}
Tuesday, April 21st at 6:00PM– Take Back the Night at Stevens
Tuesday, April 21st at 8:00PM- Jazz Night featuring Marshall Gilkes at Maxwells
Tuesday, April 21st at 8:00PM- Pitch Perfect Trivia at Smokin’ Barrel
Wednesday, April 22 at 7:00PM- Founders Brewery Night at Cork City
Enjoy the weekend! 🙂
*Smokin’ Barrel is now closed.
