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Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Italian Classes at Casa Colombo

Learn Italian at the Italian Cultural Museum and gallery:

Advanced classes (level 3) will start on May 1, 2013 , every Wednesday  at 4.30pm
Intermediate classes (level 2) will start on May 1, 2013, every Wednesday  at 5.45pm
Beginners classes (level 1) will start on  May 1, 2013, every Wednesday  at 5.45pm
on Monmouth x 1st Street
Downtown Jersey City

Jersey City Green week

Jersey City Restaurateurs and Retailers,
You Are Cordially Invited to
Participate in the Second Annual
Project 365: Jersey City Green Week!


Monday, April 29th through Saturday, May 4th, the City of Jersey City concentrates even more on sustainable living!

The City of Jersey City is committed to creating opportunities that make it easier for residents, and all those employed here, to live and work green.

Over the past years, the City of Jersey City has adopted several ordinances and resolutions that support green and sustainable practices, and the City dedicates one week each year to focusing attention on these practices and to encouraging residents, business people, workers and visitors to think and act green each and every day. “Project 365: Jersey City Green Week” features the Sustainable Cities Conference, a movie night at Liberty Science Center, a Green Arts Fair, the kick-off to Adopt-A-Park, and the spotlight on Jersey City’s incredible dining and shopping!

Jersey City restaurant and shop owners are invited to take part in the Second Annual Project 365: Jersey City Green Week as a partner and reward customers with a 10% discount on their meals and purchases. As a participating business, you will be provided with a window cling, and included in the “Project 365: Jersey City Green Week” promotional efforts.

By clicking here, you can access more information about this year's events and the partnership opportunity.

We hope you will participate in this very worthwhile endeavor.


Creative Grove under Siege

Back on the scene and ready for the 2013 season, Sirelo Entertainment & Grassroots Community Space present a summer of music dance and art demonstrations that will highlight the creative grandeur that is our city.

2013 Creative Grove Under Siege Season Dates:
4/26, 5/31, 6/28, 7/26

... On 4/26/13:

Music provided by DJ Toolman

Performances/Demonstrations by:

Performing Arts Workshop (All ages dance & theatre)
Hoopnotica Trained, Robyn Martijena, (Hula Hoop fitness)
Cynthia Renta, (Afro-Caribbean Song and Dance)
Clare Dill (Puppet Fun)
Mrs. E The Balloon Fairy (Balloon Architecture)
Yelena Zivkovich (Live Visual Painting)

Art Vending by:

Earth Materials by Frank and Yelena.
Hand Crafted Jewelry by Cynthia Renta
Vintage jewelry and headdress by Vera Vixeness
Taino Influenced Earthy Jewelry by Caney Taino


Participant Bio & Information:

DJToolman:
The love of the music never dies, so DJToolman is back on the party circuit! Chill and Old School top the list, but almost nothing is out of the question.
Contact:
https://www.facebook.com/jules.smith

The Performing Arts Workshop:
is the product of a lifetime spent in the dance studio, on the stage and behind the scenes. Founder and Artistic Director, Jaime Gong, has drawn on all of her experience to become the dancer/educator she is today. Jaime’s personal mission is to create an environment where all students can thrive, promoting the values of discipline and determination that are essential to achieving success in any endeavor.
Contact:
(201) 424-3075
performingartswkshp@gmail.com
www.performingartsworkshop-nj.com

Robyn Martijena:
Hula Hoop Teacher, Grammar & Writing Tutor, Aromatherapy Cream Maker, Nutrition/Diet Coach, Sales & Marketing Assistant & Entertainment Manager.
Contact:
hoopingwithrobyn@yahoo.com
https://www.facebook.com/robyn.martijena

Mrs. E The Balloon Fairy:
brings a unique twist to balloon artistry. Combining her 10 years experience working as an engineer with her passion for elementary education, she developed this unique workshop designed to inspire the next generation to excel in science, technology, engineering, art and math (S.T.E.A.M).
This summer she will be offering unique workshops using balloon modeling and experimentation to teach fundamental science and math principles appropriate for children ages 8 – 14.
Contact
917.576.5422
https://www.facebook.com/Mrs.ETheBalloonFairy

Yelena “Yeli” Zivkovich:
is a Jersey City born Conceptual Artist for over a decade, ready to display her visual journey through life, highlighting beauty within nature, love, fantasy, and a little sarcasm on current events.
Contact:
Web Site: yzconcepts.com, yeliart@facebook.com
E-Mail: yelissima@me.com

Vera Vixeness:
an FIT graduate, is currently a Jersey City based Artist. A former Middle Eastern Dancer her work is heavily influenced by Arabic, Indian, Native and Mexican Culture. She is painter, vintage enthusiast, jewelry and headdress designer.
Contact:
www.veravixeness.com, Veravixeness@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvjewelry, https://www.facebook.com/veravvintage

Cynthia Renta:
Jewelry and Accessory Designer bridging roots and urban aesthetic for the city goddess. Afro-Diaspora movement dance theatre company that promotes radical self-acceptance in all dancing bodies.
Contact:
http://www.etsy.com/people/crenta
For Details Contact: Cynthia Renta, 201-208-3280, cynthiarenta@hotmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/cynthiarenta

Clare Dill:
Puppet Fun is the perfect class for the budding performer! Your Little Entertainer will be introduced to the world of Acting with Games and Fun Improv to help with Voice, Movement and Confidence. Then we'll take that creativity and write our very own Puppet Show! Pick your own Puppet to Develop your Character! Age 4-7 years.
Contact:
(908) 451-1936 or, claredill@gmail.com

Caney Taino:
Earthy, Taino influenced jewelry works with leather, suede, beads, stone and gems.
His jewelry career started when he was a child (about 6 years old). His mother bought him a jewelry kit so he can fix her gold / silver necklaces and bracelets. She told him he was good and should think about a career in it. He never pursued it until around 4 years ago. HE started going to poetry readings and art festivals and the art just came to him, so he started coming up with designs.
Contact:
etsy.com/shop/reinaldomendez
Back on the scene and ready for the 2013 season, Sirelo Entertainment & Grassroots Community Space present a summer of music dance and art demonstrations that will highlight the creative grandur that is our city.

2013 Creative Grove Under Siege Season Dates:
4/26, 5/31, 6/28, 7/26

... On 4/26/13:

Music provided by DJ Toolman

Performances/Demonstrations by:

Performing Arts Workshop (All ages dance & theatre)
Hoopnotica Trained, Robyn Martijena, (Hula Hoop fitness)
Cynthia Renta, (Afro-Caribbean Song and Dance)
Clare Dill (Puppet Fun)
Mrs. E The Balloon Fairy (Balloon Architecture)
Yelena Zivkovich (Live Visual Painting)

Art Vending by:

Earth Materials by Frank and Yelena.
Hand Crafted Jewelry by Cynthia Renta
Vintage jewelry and headdress by Vera Vixeness
Taino Influenced Earthy Jewelry by Caney Taino


Participant Bio & Information:

DJToolman:
The love of the music never dies, so DJToolman is back on the party circuit! Chill and Old School top the list, but almost nothing is out of the question.
Contact:
https://www.facebook.com/jules.smith

The Performing Arts Workshop:
is the product of a lifetime spent in the dance studio, on the stage and behind the scenes. Founder and Artistic Director, Jaime Gong, has drawn on all of her experience to become the dancer/educator she is today. Jaime’s personal mission is to create an environment where all students can thrive, promoting the values of discipline and determination that are essential to achieving success in any endeavor.
Contact:
(201) 424-3075
performingartswkshp@gmail.com
www.performingartsworkshop-nj.com

Robyn Martijena:
Hula Hoop Teacher, Grammar & Writing Tutor, Aromatherapy Cream Maker, Nutrition/Diet Coach, Sales & Marketing Assistant & Entertainment Manager.
Contact:
hoopingwithrobyn@yahoo.com
https://www.facebook.com/robyn.martijena

Mrs. E The Balloon Fairy:
brings a unique twist to balloon artistry. Combining her 10 years experience working as an engineer with her passion for elementary education, she developed this unique workshop designed to inspire the next generation to excel in science, technology, engineering, art and math (S.T.E.A.M).
This summer she will be offering unique workshops using balloon modeling and experimentation to teach fundamental science and math principles appropriate for children ages 8 – 14.
Contact
917.576.5422
https://www.facebook.com/Mrs.ETheBalloonFairy

Yelena “Yeli” Zivkovich:
is a Jersey City born Conceptual Artist for over a decade, ready to display her visual journey through life, highlighting beauty within nature, love, fantasy, and a little sarcasm on current events.
Contact:
Web Site: yzconcepts.com, yeliart@facebook.com
E-Mail: yelissima@me.com

Vera Vixeness:
an FIT graduate, is currently a Jersey City based Artist. A former Middle Eastern Dancer her work is heavily influenced by Arabic, Indian, Native and Mexican Culture. She is painter, vintage enthusiast, jewelry and headdress designer.
Contact:
www.veravixeness.com, Veravixeness@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvjewelry, https://www.facebook.com/veravvintage

Cynthia Renta:
Jewelry and Accessory Designer bridging roots and urban aesthetic for the city goddess. Afro-Diaspora movement dance theatre company that promotes radical self-acceptance in all dancing bodies.
Contact:
http://www.etsy.com/people/crenta
For Details Contact: Cynthia Renta, 201-208-3280, cynthiarenta@hotmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/cynthiarenta

Clare Dill:
Puppet Fun is the perfect class for the budding performer! Your Little Entertainer will be introduced to the world of Acting with Games and Fun Improv to help with Voice, Movement and Confidence. Then we'll take that creativity and write our very own Puppet Show! Pick your own Puppet to Develop your Character! Age 4-7 years.
Contact:
(908) 451-1936 or, claredill@gmail.com

Caney Taino:
Earthy, Taino influenced jewelry works with leather, suede, beads, stone and gems.
His jewelry career started when he was a child (about 6 years old). His mother bought him a jewelry kit so he can fix her gold / silver necklaces and bracelets. She told him he was good and should think about a career in it. He never pursued it until around 4 years ago. HE started going to poetry readings and art festivals and the art just came to him, so he started coming up with designs.
Contact:
etsy.com/shop/reinaldomendez

Frank Ippolito at Open Mic Art House

FRANK IPPOLITO Art House Productions presents
THE ART HOUSE
Performance Series & Open Mic
Featuring Musician
FRANK IPPOLITO
THURS, MAY 2 * 8-10pm * $5

sketching summers twilight, a musical

SKETCHING SUMMER’S TWILIGHT Art House Productions
presents
SKETCHING SUMMER’S TWILIGHT
a special musical event
SAT, MAY 4 * 7:30PM * $10
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Summer stages acting training youth

SUMMER STAGES!2013 Art House Productions presents
SUMMER STAGES!2013
Acting Training + Performance!
Build Confidence on Stage!
2 WEEK MAINSTAGE
ACTING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH
Class time: 9am-1pm
July 8-July 19 (13-17yrs)
July 22-Aug 2 (8-12yrs)

Laugh Tour Comedy night

Art House Productions presents
THE LAUGH TOUR
Stand-Up Comedy in Jersey City!
SAT, APR 27 * * 8PM * $15/$20 AT DOOR
Featuring
MIKE BRITT
Comedy Central, HBO, David Letterman, BET's Comic View, MTV
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Art House Open Mic first thursday



FRANK IPPOLITO Art House Productions presents
THE ART HOUSE
Performance Series & Open Mic
Featuring Musician
FRANK IPPOLITO
THURS, MAY 2 * 8-10pm * $5
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Chili cook off 4th street art festival



































The annual  4th Street Arts Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser

happens on Sunday May 5th 2013 - Noon to 4:00pm

at the Grove Street PATH Plaza in Jersey city NJ 07302

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Big rummage sale for St. Matthews (Barrow mansion)

St. Matthew's Lutheran Church Summer Rummage Sale!

April 27-28 and May 4-5
(10:00-4:00 on Saturdays, 12:30-3:00 on Sundays)

Clothes, Books, Furniture, Toys, Housewares all at discount prices.

St. Matthew's rummage sale has been serving the downtown community for over 30 years.

Don't forget to try some of Andy's famous pot roast or Diane's homemade baked goods!

85 Wayne Street, between Jersey and Barrow. 

Contact Paul Ellis (gupert.mcsportstien@gmail.com) for more info or to make donations.

stmatthewsjc.org