This weekend, Jersey City has something for everyone. The North River Sing Community Chorus will be having their Annual Winter Concert, the Jersey City Free Public Library will be celebrating the Lunar New Year, and 902 Brewing Co. will be hosting a Giants Playoff Watch Party. Plus, there’s Sacred Comedy, a Winter Wildlife Walk, and more.
North River Sing’s Annual Winter Concert
Inspired by Jazz and Broadway, and “devoted to the Great American songbook,” the North River Sing Community Chorus will be performing their Annual Winter Concert this Sunday afternoon. Attendees must wear masks and show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination.
- https://northriversing.org/
- Sunday, Jan. 22
- 4 p.m.
- Location: St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 83 Wayne St.
- Cost: $20 suggested donation
- Music, Community event
Lunar New Year Craft for Children at the JCFPL
The Heights Branch Library will be hosting a dragon-making craft event this Friday afternoon in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
Speranza Panel Discussion for Racial Day Of Healing
Speranza Theatre Company will be hosting this event “on the need to tackle racial inequality and representation for artists on stage and film” as part of the National Day of Racial Healing earlier this week. Registration is required for in-person attendees.
Mission Control at 902 Brewing Co.
Mission Control, “a New Jersey based Alternative Dance-Fusion band,” will be performing at 902 Brewing Co. this Friday night.
Origami Map Flowers Workshop at Liberty State Park
The Liberty State Park Nature Center will be hosting this workshop on Saturday morning where attendees will “learn how to re-purpose used items into unique crafts.” This event is not recommended for children under seven years of age. Attendees must register in advance.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Celebrate the Chinese New Year this Saturday morning with the Jersey City Free Public Library and Fong’s Hung Ga Kung Fu Association. This outdoor event will also include a grab-and-go craft.
- https://jclibrary.libcal.com/event/10093466
- Saturday, Jan. 21
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Location: Jersey City Free Public Library Priscilla Gardner Main Library, 472 Jersey Ave.
- Cost: Free
- Lunar New Year, Community Celebration, Family friendly
“Crossing Borders to Get Back to My Roots”
Check out Alexandra Alvarez’s First Solo Art Exhibit, an “exploration of the ‘female and migrant’ experience,” this weekend at the Art 150 Lobby Gallery.
The Sacred Comedy Show
This event is “A more conscious kind of standup, where comedy meets wellness.” There will be group meditation, comedy, and astrology.
Vintage Jazz with Lauren Sansaricq
This Saturday night, head to Green Pear Heights for this Vintage Jazz event.
CR and the Nones at Fox & Crow
CR and the Nones will be performing at Fox & Crow this Saturday night.
Giants Playoff Watch Party at 902 Brewing Co.
Head to 902 Brewing Co. this Saturday to watch the New York Giants take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional round of the NFL playoffs.
Gimme Gimme Disco at White Eagle Hall
Put on your best disco attire for this ABBA-themed dance party at White Eagle Hall on Saturday night. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older.
Jersey City 11th Annual LGBTQ+ Wedding Expo
Local LGBTQ+ friendly wedding vendors will be at the LGBTQ+ Wedding Expo this Sunday afternoon. This event “promises to be an uplifting afternoon of fresh, trendy ideas for Your Special Day, community connections and a true celebration of equality!”
Winter Wildlife Walk at Liberty State Park
The Liberty State Park Naturalist will be leading this winter hike on Sunday afternoon. “If we’re lucky, we may even spot some seals!” This event is not recommended for children under five years of age.
Live High Social Club Presents High Rhymes Open Mic
This Open Mic event will have poetry, comedy, rap, and more.
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