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81 Events in Hoboken + Jersey City This Weekend | Sept 8-12

by Yarleen Hernandez
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Hope you’re all enjoying the last few weeks of summer! Whether you’re heading out or staying in, this week’s Hoboken + Jersey City (and beyond) events guide has got you covered with farmers’ markets, concerts, kid-friendly events, and so much more. Check out this list of all the in-person + virtual events happening in Hoboken, Jersey City, and beyond this weekend, September 8th – 12th.

Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.

Featured Events

THE MAX Challenge of Hoboken’s Fall Challenge and Free Trial Class Promotion

Sunday, September 19th at 9:00AM [Trial Class] and Monday, September 20th [Fall Challenge]  | SIGN UP NOW

Club Pilates 2023

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sojo spa

THE MAX Challenge of Hoboken, at 537 Washington Street, is hosting a free trial class on Sunday, September 19th at 9:00AM for its upcoming Fall 10-Week Challenge, a program inclusive of fitness, nutrition, and motivation including both live and on-demand virtual classes. Hoboken Girl readers will receive $100 off THE MAX Challenge of Hoboken’s Fall 10-Week Challenge when you fill out the form by 9/17/2021 and mention “Hoboken Girl”.

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Click here to sign up for the free trial class, and click here to learn more about THE MAX Challenge of Hoboken.


My Gym Children’s Fitness Center of Hoboken’s 2 Week Guest Experience Promotion

Available Now | SIGN UP NOW

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My Gym Children’s Fitness Center of Hoboken, at 720 Monroe Street, Suite E312, offers a two week experience for guests for only $29. During the two week experience, guests will be able to try out unlimited age appropriate classes and open play times. Not to mention, My Gym offers mommy and me classes, gymnastics, birthday parties, camp + more.

Click here to sign up for the 2 Week Guest Experience and learn more about My Gym Children’s Fitness Center of Hoboken. 


Triplemint’s Homebuying Series

Begins Wednesday, September 15th at 11:00AM | TUNE IN ON TRIPLEMINT’S FACEBOOKhome

This Wednesday, September 15th at 11:00AM, Triplemint Hoboken is streaming its eight part homebuying series. Tune in weekly via Triplemint’s Facebook page, LinkedIn page, or YouTube page to learn about the decision to rent vs. buy, qualifying for a mortgage, and each step in the buying process. Questions from audience members will be addressed during the livestream.

Follow Triplemint’s Facebook page, LinkedIn page, and YouTube page, and click here to learn more about Triplemint.


Hoboken Wellness Crawl 9/19 — Purchase Your Tickets Now!

 September 19, 2021 from 11AM – 4PM | PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE

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Our Annual Hoboken Wellness Crawl Event is back in-person — happening September 19, 2021, from 11:00AM – 4:00PM in Hoboken AND tickets are available now! Think of it like a ‘bar crawl’ but for wellness businesses in our area. This year we have over 100 vendors participating, all who are giving all Crawlers freebies when they stop by on the 19th during the Crawl and are hosting giveaways. For every ticket sold, we are donating $1 to the Hoboken Community Center Food Pantry. The crawl will feature brick-and-mortar businesses + online/mobile businesses. The goal of the Hoboken Wellness Crawl is to connect local residents with wellness businesses in Hudson County to celebrate all of the incredible food, fitness, health, and beauty options available in our community. You’ll get a map, bracelet, bag, and then walk or bike all around #Hoboken at your leisure to visit different wellness businesses locally that all are giving away freebies, class passes, samples, and more.

All of the vendors for the crawl are listed here — including details about freebies, giveaways, and select additional deals. Additional promotions are available from 9/19 to 9/24. (Please note, not every vendor will have an additional promotional offer, but this is a great way to further support our local businesses participating.)  Click here to get your tickets for the 2021 Hoboken Wellness Crawl. 


Local Hoboken, Jersey City (+Beyond) Events

LGBTQIA+ Teen Virtual Group

Registration closes this week | Tuesdays starting September 14th | 6:45PM-7:45PM 

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There is 1 spot left for this upcoming LGBTQIA+ Teen Virtual Group that will be on Tuesdays 6:45pm-7:45pm for 12 sessions. If you know a LGBTQIA+ NJ teen (ages 13-17) who needs some extra support, then this group is for them. Space is limited to only 8 members, and they will be reserved as a first-come-first-serve basis. Learn more here.


Outdoor Yoga Jam: DJ Yoga With Asana Soul Practice

Wednesday, September 8th | 6:30PM-7:30PM 

Get your flow on with Asana Soul. The class occurs every Wednesday from 6:30PM-7:30PM. The event is free to attend. The location is 210 Hudson Street, Jersey City. Learn more here.


Salsa on 2 Dance Series

Wednesday, September 8th | 7:50PM-8:35PM | Every Wednesday in September

This class will primarily focus on Salsa on 2 (NY style) and progress through various patterns. Attendance for all classes is strongly encouraged, as each class will build on the steps learned in previous classes. Class will grow with students, progressing, from Beginner level to Pre-Intermediate, to take your Salsa to the next level. The cost is $60 for the 4-week course or use your regular group class sessions. Pre-registration is required. To register, call 201-969-6260 or email info@jerseycityballroom.com. Learn more here.


Celebrating The Goddess Exhibit at Pilsener Haus & Biergarten

Wednesday, September 8th-October 31st | 7PM 

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Head over to Pilsener Haus & Biergarten on Wednesday, September 8th at 7PM for the opening reception of Denise Adler’s Celebrating The Goddess exhibit. Celebrating The Goddess is inspired by myths, legends, symbolism, and the events of the world. Celebrating the Goddess is on display from September 8th – October 31st. Learn more here.


Karaoke at House of ‘Que

Wednesday, September 8th | 7PM 

Head over to House of ‘Que for the Wednesday Karaoke event, every Wednesday. Learn more here.


Sweet Spot Comedy at Mulligans in Hoboken

Wednesday, September 8th | 7:30PM- 9:30PM

Join Sweet Spot Comedy and Mulligan’s Pub in Hoboken for a fun-filled night of politics-free stand up comedy featuring comics from your favorite clubs, comedy shows, and festivals all over the US. Learn more here.


West New York’s Annual Carnival

Wednesday, September 8th-12th + September 16th-19th

Stop by WNY’s Annual Carnival Sept. 8th-12th + Sept. 16th-19th for delicious food and games at WNY’s little leauge field. Learn more here.


National Day of Service at St. Peter’s University’s Campus Kitchen

Thursday, September 9th | 1:45PM-3:45PM

Celebrate National Day of Service by volunteering at St. Peter’s University’s Campus Kitchen. Community members are invited to volunteer at the Campus Kitchen in support, and recognition of the National Day of Service and Remembrance. Sign up here.


The HDSID Summer/Autumn Farmers’ Market

Thursday, September 9th + Monday, September 13th | 4PM-8PM 

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The HDSID Summer/Autumn Farmers’ Market will be at the Grove PATH Plaza every Monday and Thursday now through December 20th. Shop at a variety of local vendors including Stony Hill Farms, Hoboken Farms, Cake Jars, and many more. Learn more here.


Gallery Mix + Sip at Roig Collection Art Gallery

Thursday, September 9th | 6PM-8PM | Every Thursday

Stop by Roig Collection Art Gallery every Thursday from 6PM-8PM for live music played by local artists, complimentary drinks, and beautiful artwork. Learn more here.


Jersey City Non-Profit ‘The Whole Spectrum’ Hosting Autism Awareness Event

Thursday, September 9th | 6PM

This year’s 6th Annual Autism Acceptance Event will take place on Thursday, September 9th at the Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza in Jersey City at 6PM. The event supports The Whole Spectrum, a nonprofit founded by Sherry Singh in 2016 with the purpose of raising awareness, acceptance, and advocacy for all individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Tickets start at $100 with all proceeds going to The Whole Spectrum Foundation and sponsorship opportunities are available from $1,000 to $5,000 packages.


Hoboken Italian Festival

Thursday, September 9th-Sunday, September 12th | Begins at 7PM

The highly anticipated, nearly 85-year-old Italian food festival in Hoboken, also known as the Feast of the Madonna Dei Martiri, is back this weekend from Thursday, September 9th to Sunday, September 12th on the Sinatra Park promenade. The Hoboken Italian Festival is a four-day festival of music, food, rides, and games, plus, a fireworks show. Read more here.


Virtual JC Fridays Kickoff

Thursday, September 9th | 7PM-8:30PM

Join Art House Productions on Thursday, September 9th for the virtual JC Fridays Kickoff event on Zoom. Enjoy a sneak peek of events taking place during JC Fridays. This online event will include closed captions & ASL interpreters. During JC Fridays, you’re invited to tour galleries, businesses, event venues, and art-related spaces to see a variety of artwork and enjoy the spirit and culture of the city as you mingle with other residents and visitors. All events are free and open to the public. Sign up here.


Hoboken Food Pantry’s Food Distribution Event

Friday, September 10th | 10AM-12:30PM | Every 2nd Friday of the month

Hoboken Food Pantry’s food distribution event will take place every 2nd Friday of the month at multiple locations in Hoboken including 1301 Washington Street, 124 Grand Street, and 311 Harrison Street. Learn more here.


Guaicora Studios Group Show + Drawing Session at Gia Gelato

Friday, September 10th | 5PM-9PM

Stop by Gia Gelato in Jersey City on Sept. 10th for the opening reception of “The Unknown” group show + a free drawing session with Guaicora Studios. Gia Gelato hosts events weekly. Learn more here.


HDSID’s Artist + Maker Market

Friday, September 10th, Saturday, September 11th + Wednesday, September 15th | Every Friday + Wednesday from 3PM-9PM + Saturday, 12PM-6PM 

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HDSID’s Artist + Maker Market, held at the Grove Street PATH Plaza, in Jersey City, is open-air bazaar featuring locally crafted fine art and hand-crafted goods from small businesses while connecting artists and artisans with the Jersey City and Metro NYC community. Learn more here.


Latin Jazz PierFest

Friday, September 10th | 6PM-9PM 

The last night of Latin Jazz PierFest will take place on September 10th at the J.Owen Grundy Pier at Exchange Place in Jersey City. Ivan Renta Latin Jazz Quintet and Doug Beavers “Sol” will perform. Learn more here.


Impress Ballroom: Free Salsa Class

Friday, September 10th | 6PM

Impress Ballroom invites participants to experience a fun salsa class led by professional competitive latin dancers with a one-hour, free class at 6PM. Learn more here.


Plays & Poetry: Watch, Listen, and Write with Speranza Theatre Company!

Friday, September 10th | 6PM-8PM 

Speranza Theatre Company presents plays written by Jersey City students about the local Underground Railroad, followed by a sneak peak at the fall show on the topic by playwright Jacqueline Kennedy. Poet Ann Wallace will then share poems on historical events, and lead a short writing workshop. All ages welcome. Learn more here.


The Statuary Presents 1000W Show

Friday, September 10th | 6PM-10PM 

The Statuary presents 1000W: a unique collaboration of art, music, photography and filmmaking. Artist Jim Watt is creating a series of 1000 ink washes in the monochromatic Japanese Sumi ink and water as a quartet led by jazz trumpeter Antoine Drye improvises as Watts paints in real time. Due to limited capacity, RSVPs are preferred by registering via email at thestatuaryofjerseycity@gmail.com. Learn more here.


Moore’s Place with Winard Harper

Friday, September 10th + Sunday, September 12th | Every Friday + Sunday

Stop by Moore’s Place and join legendary drummer Winard Harper & friends for an old-school jam session Every Friday & Sunday. Moore’s Place is located at 189 Monticello Avenue in Jersey City. Call (201) 332-4309 for more info. Learn more here.


Jersey City Rocks at White Eagle Hall

Friday, September 10th | 8PM

Stop by White Eagle Hall for an exciting sampling of Jersey City’s diverse, super-talented music scene as well as artist Robert Piersanti Studios pop-up exhibit. Learn more here.


Corgi Comedy Show at Corgi Spirits

Friday, September 10th | 8PM-11PM 

Stop by Corgi Spirits for the Corgi Comedy Show. Jersey City comedians Ryan Rummel and Alex Grubard bring the funniest comedians around to Corgi Spirits. Tickets start at $20. Learn more here.


TANGENTS: New work by Miguel Cardenas

Now-September 10th

In celebration of Jersey City PRIDE month, the Art House Productions Gallery is excited to present “TANGENTS”, a solo exhibition of new work by Miguel Cardenas from August 1st to September 10th at Village West Gallery in Downtown Jersey City. Learn more here.


Jersey City 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony + Blood Drive

Friday, September 10th + Saturday, September 11th

Jersey City will host a remembrance ceremony at its 9/11 memorial on Saturday, September 11th at 8:30AM. The virtual ceremony will take place on Friday, September 10th at 5PM on Hudson Media Group channels on Livestream.com, YouTube.com, and Facebook.com.

The American Red Cross’ annual Jersey City Police and Fire 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive will take place at the Canopy by Hilton on Friday, September 10th from 8AM to 6PM.


Hoboken 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Saturday, September 11th | 6PM

The City of Hoboken invites the community to attend a service at the Hoboken 9/11 Memorial at Pier A. The ceremony will begin at 6PM.

In the Northwest area of the park, the memorial is aligned in the direction of the World Trade Center site and includes a glass panel for each of the 56 Hoboken residents lost on that day.


Giving Digitized’s Shine a Light on 9/11

Saturday, September 11th

Join Giving Digitized in supporting #911Day for the 20th Anniversary of 9/11. #ShineALight on 9/11 and post + share a good deed you’ll do in observance of this important tribute. Visit 911day.org to share your good deed. Learn more here.


Hoboken Uptown Farmers Market

Saturday, September 11th | 9AM-2PM | Every Saturday through December

Stop by the Hoboken Uptown Farmers Market happening every Saturday through December under the 14th Street viaduct. Enjoy live music while you shop for fresh food. Learn more here.


Smorgasburg Food Festival

Saturday, September 11th | 11AM-6PM | Every Saturday

Smorgasburg brings its incredible foodie expertise to 195 Hudson Street in Jersey City every Saturday. All COVID-19 protocols will be enforced in order to host a safe program for the community. Free to attend. Guests may be required to pre-register to attend. Learn more here.


9/11 Musical Prayer Service in Hoboken

Saturday, September 11th | 12PM

Hoboken will host a Music, Prayers, and Reflections for Remembrance and Peace service led by the Music Ministry and Community Members of the Catholic Community of Saints Peter & Paul located at 404 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.


Weekend Jazz at The Cottage

Saturday, September 11th + Sunday, September 12th | 12PM-3PM 

Head over to The Cottage for live jazz every Saturday and Sunday. The Cottage is located at 136 Monticello Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.


Hoboken Pop-Up Artisans Crafts Fair

Saturday, September 11th | 1PM-5PM 

The Hoboken Historical Museum welcomes craft-makers back to the 13th Street Walkway for another Pop-Up Crafts Fair on Saturday, Sept. 4th from 1PM to 5PM. Come by to shop for hand-crafted jewelry, household items, clothing, sweets, and more. Learn more here.


Free Open Flow Yoga Classes at Urban Souls for September

Saturday, September 11th | 2PM-3PM | Every Saturday in September

Join Urban Souls for the free September Community Classes for one hour of yoga. This class is an Open Flow Level class taught by a recent Teacher Training Graduate. The class will provide modifications for beginners as well as advanced variations for students seeking a greater challenge. You can expect the class to be moderately challenging, as well as include breathwork to guide you through the practice. Urban Souls is located at 100 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.


First Responders Appreciation BBQ

Saturday, September 11th | 3PM-9PM 

The South Hudson Civic Association invites you to the First Responders Appreciation BBQ on Saturday, September 11th from 3PM to 9PM at 272 Clendenny Avenue in Jersey City.


Chinese Cooking Classes with Chef Gilley

Saturday, September 11th | 5PM | Recurring

Enjoy an authentic Chinese culinary experience led by Chef Gilley. In these live online cooking classes, you’ll experience training from Chef Gilley as you prepare a variety of classic Chinese recipes completely from scratch. Learn more here.


Saturday Night Specials! Outdoor Comedy Shows @ Brightside Tavern

Saturday, September 11th | 7PM + 9:30PM | Every Saturday

Head to Brightside Tavern for this weekly comedy show with a new lineup of comedians hosted by Rich Kiamco at Brightside Tavern’s patio. Learn more here.


Emo Night Karaoke at White Eagle Hall

Saturday, September 11th | 9PM

Stop by White Eagle Hall for an emo night karaoke event with a live backing band, 90’s alternative rockers: The Boyfriends. Learn more here.


Dueling Pianos at House of ‘Que

Saturday, September 11th | 8PM 

Head over to House of ‘Que for the Dueling Pianos event, every Saturday. Learn more here.


2-Mile Fun Run or Walk with Slow AF

Sunday, September 12th | 10AM  | Every Sunday

Join a 2-mile fun run or walk every Sunday at 10AM. Learn more here.


Jersey City Cleanup: Ward B

Sunday, September 12th | 10AM-1PM | Every Sunday

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Join Clean Green every Sunday 10AM-1PM to volunteer for clean-ups in Jersey City, specifically in the Ward B section.


Riverview Farmers Market

Sunday, September 12th | 10AM-2PM

The Riverview Farmers Market in Jersey City has fresh produce, baked goods, dairy products, and more every Sunday 10AM-2PM. Learn more here.


Hoboken Cove Boathouse Summer Kayaking + Paddle-Boarding

Sunday, September 12th | 11AM-3PM 

Hoboken Cove Boathouse hosts an array of summer events including paddle boarding and kayaking. Join them every weekend through September 12th. Learn more here.


Empty Sky Memorial 5K Run/Walk

Sunday, September 12th | 12PM-3PM 

The NJ 9/11 Memorial Foundation will host the Empty Sky Memorial 5k Run/Walk on September 12th at Liberty State Park in honor of those who lost their lives 20 years ago on 9/11. Check-in begins at 8:30AM and the race starts at 10AM with a brief ceremony at 9:30AM. The run will take place rain or shine. The run is $35 and $45 on the day of. Sign up here.


Aura Portraits at The Co. Shop

Sunday, September 12th | 12PM-4PM

Stop by The Co. Shop from 12-4PM on Sept. 12th for good vibes, good people, champagne, giveaways + Aura Portraits. Ihar will come from Miami, FL from 2-3PM to take beautiful portraits and explain what each individual one means. Learn more here.


Grab and Go Grocery Bags Provided by The SALT Foundation

Sunday, September 12th | 2PM | Every Sunday

The SALT Foundation is providing Grab and Go grocery bags for anyone who may need free groceries. The Grab and Go bags will be donated every Sunday at 2PM until the food runs out at 637 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.


Outside @ The Brightside! Stand Up Comedy Sundays

Sunday, September 12th | 6PM | Every Sunday

Head to Brightside Tavern for this weekly comedy show with a new lineup of comedians hosted by Rich Kiamco at Brightside Tavern’s patio. Learn more here.


New York Fashion Week Fashion Shows + Events

Now-Wednesday, September 12th

New York Fashion Week is back in NYC. Learn more here.


Constructed Paintings Exhibit at Dvora by Jersey City Artist Bruce Halpin

Now-September 14th 

Dvora Gallery presents the latest works of Jersey City artist Bruce Halpin, “Constructed Paintings”. The show will continue through September 14th. Learn more here.


Liberty Humane Society’s Clear the Shelters

Now-September 19th 

LHS is participating in this year’s #cleartheshelters, which means that adoption fees are waived on certain adoptions from August 23rd – September 19th on featured pets. Learn more here.


Giving Digitized’s Virtual Charity Drive

Month of September

Giving Digitized has set up a virtual charity drive for nonprofits for the month of September. Send supplies to charities in need. Learn more here.


Get Your Vaccine at Hoboken University Medical Center

Ongoing

Hoboken University Medical Center encourages people to get vaccinated. The hospital offers the Pfizer + Moderna vaccines. Call the hospital’s vaccine hotline at 201.821.8972 or sign up here.


Swimming in Jersey City

Ongoing

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Do some laps at Pershing Field’s Aquatic Center in Jersey City. Learn more here.


HER Drive Hudson County Hosted by Students In Action

Ongoing

Students In Action, a student-run mutual aid group based in Hudson County, hosts a menstrual and hygiene product drive in order to help distribute donations to the Hudson County community in an effort to battle period poverty. They are collecting products for ALL menstruating people. Learn more here.


Open Call for Artists: Creativity Corner Hosted By The Hoboken Public Library

Ongoing | 2PM-3PM

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Showcase your artwork, poetry, and designs on The Hoboken Public Library’s social media pages. Learn more here.


Magic Hour – A Play by Mile Square Theatre

Ongoing

In this ecstatic SWG dance/theatre work, performers fling themselves through a scary/happy/sad dreamscape in search of how to be, how to make an impact, and how to fade away. Winner of Best Feature Film at the NYC Indie Theatre Film Festival 2021. Reserve tickets here.


Kid-Friendly Events

Play! Hoboken Chess Kids’ Program

Thursday, September 9th | 4PM-6PM 

Play Hoboken offers a children’s chess program every Monday, Wednesday + Thursday. The first session is free. Parents can sign up their kids on the website. Sign up here.


Kids Art Classes at the Hoboken Historical Museum

Thursday, September 9th, Friday, September 10th + Tuesday, September 14th | 11AM-2PM

Kids are welcome to enjoy some painting at the museum. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Children must be accompanied by adults. Masks are required. Learn more here.


Storytime at the Hoboken Fire Department Museum

Sunday, September 12th | 1:30PM-2PM | Every Sunday

This storytime program is designed for the youngest museum visitors, ages 2 – 5 years old, at the Fire Department Museum located at 213 Bloomfield Street. Stories and songs about city life are presented by Museum staff and guest readers every Sunday from 1:30PM – 2PM. All are invited, and the program costs $5 per family. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Learn more here.


Liberty Science Center’s Dino Dig Adventure Exhibit

Ongoing

Enter the 1,750-square-foot Dino Dig Adventure, where guests are immersed in the landscape of a real paleontological dig. Explore three dig pits and discover fascinating fossils poking out from the sand. Dig for fossils from seven different dinosaur species buried in more than 60 tons of sand. Learn more here.


View our Montclair Girl Events Guide for the Weekend— and for more events in Essex County, click here.


Greater NJ/NY Events


The Farmers’ Market at Hudson Yards

Thursday, September 9th | 10AM-6PM 

Stop by the Hudson Yards’ Farmers’ Market every Tuesday + Thursday through September 30th on the Public Square + Gardens to shop local produce. Learn more here.


Free Books from Newark Rotary

Thursday, September 9th | 11AM-3PM

Head to the Newark Downtown District Market to receive free books from the @newarkrotary. Learn more here.


Open Mic @ Montclair Brewery

Thursday, September 9th | 7:30PM-9:30PM 

Stop by Montclair Brewery for an open mic. Share your music, comedy, poetry, or drama. The event is family-friendly and all ages are welcome. Learn more here.


Family Roller Skating at Branch Brook Park

Saturday, September 11th | Multiple Times Available | Every Saturday

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Head over to Branch Brook Park for some family roller skating every week. It’s open to all ages. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Sign up here.


VetFest Music + Food Truck Fest to Benefit Veterans

Sunday, September 12th | 12PM 

VetFest is a family friendly food truck and music festival featuring some of NJ’s top bands and most delicious food trucks. Bounce houses for the kids make it a great day for everyone. All proceeds from this event will support Community Hope and its Hope for Veterans Program serving homeless veterans and veteran families. Sign up here.


Upcoming Weekday Events

New Parents Outdoor Meet-up at Cafe Esme

Monday, September 13th | 10:30AM-12PM | Every Monday

Come out to have coffee and meet with other parents at Cafe Esme outdoors, where there is a beautiful patio in the back to enjoy the summer. The meetup will be every Monday from 10:30AM-12PM. Babies and kids are welcome to join too. Learn more here.


Hoboken Historical Museum’s Let’s Play Together Kids’ Program

Monday, September 13th | 3PM-4PM

Artist Issa Sow will lead “Let’s Play Together,” a weekly creativity workshop for kids ages 3-11. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Held outside in the walkway by the Museum entrance, the program is designed to be inclusive of children around the entire neurodiversity spectrum. The program is open to all, with a suggested $5 donation. Learn more here.


Play! Hoboken Chess Kids’ Program

Monday, September 13th, Wednesday, September 15th + Thursday, September 16th | 4PM-6PM 

Play Hoboken offers a children’s chess program on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The first session is free. Sign up here.


Saku Sushi-Making Class

Tuesday, September 14th | 6PM-7:30PM

Take a sushi-making class at Saku in Hoboken. In this hour and a half class, you will learn how to make three types of rolls and how to make the rice vinegar for your sushi rice. Saku is located at 936 Park Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.


JC Local Market

Tuesday, September 14th | 8PM

Stop by this weekly market at Harborside, perfect for grabbing fresh produce on the way home from work. Expect a delicious variety of artisanal items, plus jewelry and more. Learn more here.


Learn How to Play Chess at Play Hoboken

Wednesday, September 15th | 6PM 

Learn how to play chess every Wednesday at Play Hoboken! The adult social chess night from 6-10PM is for all levels and basic instruction is available from 6PM-7PM. Food and beverages are available for purchase and it is a BYOB facility if anyone wishes to bring beer or wine. Learn more here.


Outdoor Yoga Jam: DJ Yoga With Asana Soul Practice

Wednesday, September 15th | 6:30PM-7:30PM 

Get your flow on with Asana Soul. It occurs every Wednesday from 6:30PM-7:30PM. The event is free to attend. The location is 210 Hudson Street, Jersey City. Learn more here.


Free Community Knitting Virtual Class

Wednesday, September 15th | 7PM

Join a free community knitting virtual class every Wednesday. All fiber crafts are welcome. Register here.


Ways to Give Back Locally

Hoboken Shelter | 301 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken

The Hoboken Shelter hosts 50 guests nightly and serves more than 1,000 meals throughout the week. As a full-service community partner, the Hoboken Shelter is a necessary resource within the neighborhood. The Shelter is always in need of donations and support to help keep its doors open and welcoming to its guests. To support, take a look at the list of 19 ways to support The Shelter during COVID-19 here. This list is inclusive of tasks like donating some of the most needed items like toiletries, coffee, sugar, milk, hand sanitizer, cleaning supplies, and paper products. The Shelter does have opportunities to host volunteers in-person from 11AM-2PM and 6PM-7PM. Please call before arriving as The Shelter can only host 1-2 in-person volunteers at a time due to social distancing guidelines. Learn more here.


Hudson Pride Center | 176 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City 

Hudson Pride Center creates safe spaces to celebrate and enjoy life for members of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. It advocates for the physical, mental, and social well-being of all people. Volunteers are needed to support these efforts alongside full-time staff members. Opportunities include office assistant volunteer, tutor specialist, special event support facilities manager, and Pride Festival, volunteers. To learn more about Hudson Pride Center and what each volunteer opportunity entails, click here.


Community Emergency Response Team | 715 Summit Avenue, Jersey City

Because a disaster can strike at any time, the Community Emergency Response Team in Jersey City wants to be sure that all members of the community are safe and well taken care of. This volunteer-based organization is always in need of support from residents. Volunteers are given hands-on and virtual training on basic first-aid, fire extinguishing, rescue techniques, and more before becoming a member of the team. Learn here.


Partner Happenings

Fit Foundy Fitness Studio Aims to Improve the Community, 1 Training Session at a Time

At Fit Foundry, the aim is to help people accomplish their goals of moving more, feeling healthier, and looking better. The staff at the Fit Foundry are passionate about the work they do and collectively have close to 30 years of personal training experience.

New Client offer: When you sign up for a 15-day trial ($69) you also receive one assessment/strategy session, access to unlimited large team sessions, two semi-private personal training sessions, and open access to the gym.


SERVPRO: A Leader in Restoration Following a Disaster in Hudson County

SERVPRO of Hoboken/Union City specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial properties after water, fire, or smoke damage. The company also mitigates mold and mildew from your home or business making SERVPRO’s all-encompassing services a solution for difficult situations.

Exclusive Offer: Be sure to mention Hoboken Girl when you CLICK HERE or call 201-656-0035 to schedule a FREE onsite inspection.


Brown Harris Stevens’ Current Hudson County Listings

Brown Harris Stevens, located at 200 Washington Street in Hoboken, has been a trusted leader in the real estate industry since 1873, and the local team in Hoboken has all the “boots on the ground” intel to help you find the perfect fit. Some of Brown Harris Stevens’ current listings include 1500 Hudson Street, #12IJ in Hoboken, 145 Sussex Street, Jersey City, and 200 Paterson Plank Road, #408, Union City.

Call 201-478-6700 to schedule an appointment or email hoboken@bhsusa.com  and click here to learn more about Brown Harris Stevens.


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