Fish with Braids Reopens in JC

the fish swam from jersey Ave to Christopher Columbus Drive.
NEW SPACE 190 Christopher Columbus Drive, 1st floor, Jersey City
(downtown, 2 blocks straight west from Grove street PATH)

art space and gallery opens with

EVOLVE WEAR 3
wearable proposals for a new world
6 - 10 pm
This collection of storytelling visuals, giving praise to the universal spirit with "In Beauty I walk",
honoring the gifts of what surrounds us
or the unexpected use of discarded products to extend the material's life, each creation narrates with a poetic or philosophical approach to FASHION FOR THE FUTURE.
The imagery we create about ourselves to describe a state of mind, status, intent, and  adornments is shifting to new boundaries,
the various participating artists bring their ideas and examples to the viewers mind.

Wearable designs and concepts by Uta Brauser, Vincent Minervini, Masae Satouchi, Vincent Zambrano, Laura Quattrocchi and Casimir Alexander.

                                         Robot pants by Vincent Minervini

 

photograph with hat by Casimir Alexander

                                      dress from rubber gloves by Laura Quattrocchi

stills of video by Raven Black

                                               design and model Masae Satouchi

           images created with the designs of Uta Brauser, projections by Adam Jeffrey, photography (stills from video) Raven Black
 Videos
-Documentary Video by Hoboken Film Factory, Francisco Dautant, and David Zee "In Beauty I walk, Evolve Wear"
-Art Videos by Raven Black, inspired by the Evolve Wear characters, performers and
 designs of Uta Brauser
-Documentary by Diana Quinones Rivera of the dance performance choreographed by
Laura Quattrocchi with "Waste Park"
-Documentary of the Importance of Life with Colors by Masae Satouchi

-performance of the Evolve Wear 3 collection 8 pm
-projections by Adam Jeffrey
-computer robot electronics by Pastiche
-mad accessories exhibition, Maggie Ens, Jacquie Bird, Wyatt Mills mad clothing


These live installations are one of a kind,
not to be missed..
 www.fishwithbraids.blogspot.com

Under Siege (Creative Grove)

Creative Grove Under Siege by Sirelo Entertainment
Last Friday of the Month at Grove St. PATH Plaza!

FRIDAY - JUNE 29, 2012
3-9PM
...
This event is family friendly!

Music Selections by COACH ROEBUCK
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Coach-Roebuck-Music/111741205549302

Special Guests:

TRIBE HAMSA:
Born in Brooklyn, now on Staten Island, NY, Naja (Maria Richardson) has been belly dancing since 2002. She has studied under Mariyah of Brooklyn, NY, and from 2004 -2006, was a member of the Alchemy Tribal Collective directed by Sarah Johansson Locke, formerly of Gypsy Caravan of Oregon. Since 2006, she has been a core member of Manhattan Tribal, directed by Mimi Fontana, NYC’s first American Tribal Style® belly dance troupe and Fat Chance Sister Studio®. In 2009, Naja created and is Director of Tribe Hamsa, Staten Island's first ATS belly dance troupe and Fat Chance Sister Studio®.

Naja has performed at LeSouk, NY; Lafayette Grill, NYC; Jebon, NYC; Dance Parade 2007 - 2011, Rakkasah Spring Caravan 2007 – 2012, the northeast’s largest Middle Eastern festival; Cues & Tattoos, Tribal Fest and many other venues throughout the country. In January, 2010, she traveled to Paris to perform with Manhattan Tribal at Festival Bellyfusions. She is Certified, General Skills (2009) and Teacher Training (2010), by Fat Chance Belly Dance® of San Francisco. Naja holds weekly classes teaching American Tribal Style Belly Dance® on Staten Island, NY, and is available to teach at workshops and festivals.

When not teaching or performing with Manhattan Tribal or Tribe Hamsa, Naja is a Records Information Management professional at a major international law firm.
http://tribehamsa.com/


Tap Dancing by:

PAW (Performance Arts Workshop)
http://www.performingartsworkshop-nj.com/
Tap Piece : "Jump, Jive and Wail" (Choreography: Jaime Gong; Music: The Brian Setzer Orchestra)
Dancers: Catriona Stevens, Christal Taylor, George Giordanella, Jaime Gong
About: This tap number was choreographed and rehearsed over the course of four weeks. It is a shining example of how the Performing Arts Workshop's programs address the needs of dancers at every level, absolute beginner through advanced. We've had such a great time working towards our first performance and look forward to working on new choreography, and participating in more events like this one!

Enjoy a beautiful day out at Creative Grove Market with the entire family!

Upcoming Dates:
FRIDAY JULY 27 - Break Dancing / Capoeira Showcase

http://www.facebook.com/sireloentertainment
http://www.facebook.com/grassroots.communityspace

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After Party for this event at Port-O Lounge!
with DJ EMac on the wheels of steel
11pm-3am
http://www.mixcloud.com/djemac/

Live Percussion by
Sirelo Entertainment

Friday night dance series @ imago basilico

June 29starts        at 9pm  

Are you ready for our weekly neighborly get-together?

This week's celebration…

Our beautiful, hard-working, giving, inspiring friend TAWANA WILLIAMS and her dedication to Storms Avenue Community Garden has reached so many of us. So why not throw a little party dedicated... to her hard work?

Tawana, we appreciate your GREEN doings!!!

Friday, June 29th starting at 9:00pm

Schmoozing upstairs ... Grooving downstairs
Live Music by STEVE and Friends
Dancing with DJ NEVA's Music for the Masses

Wine & Espresso available

Please "Like" the Community Garden's page
https://www.facebook.com/groups/StormsAvenueCommunityGarden

Locomotion Cara Christopher art show closing reception

"Midnight Locomotion" closing party @ Pianoland/Morgan junction (196 Morgan Street)

Cara Christopher will be displaying her original pieces in the Backroom Gallery. All of Cara's artworks and hand-painted shoes, are for sale and will help benefit the gallery.


... We're bringing you a front room reception (9 - 12)
and an after hours dance party (12 - close)
with:

"Pony Boy" Marco and his buddy Epona

"PiBBeR" aka Tater Salad


as always, ALL AGES and NO BYOB
as always, ALL AGES and NO BYOB
as always, ALL AGES and NO BYOB
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Gallery and Very Vintage hours:
Friday 5pm - close
Sat & Sun 11am - 10pm

Please contact carachristopherstudio@gmail.com for more info or to schedule an appointment.

unblock the rock at City Hall

Closing Reception Tuesday June 26, 6-9pm.

Unblock The Rock Occupies City Hall / Documentary Photography by Tracey Noelle Luz

Video of opening night performance - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc-cfQbY_ho
www.theywillbeheard.com

Info - 201-547-4333

Tango dance event at Barrow Mansion

june 30, Barrow mansion, starting 8 pm
A summer soiree of tango, wine and tapas. Come on, ever since you saw Scent of a Woman when Al Pacino dances the tango you've thought....I could do that. Now's your chance! Fred Sullivan--a Downtown JC resident is a well know tango teacher and dancer--and he's offering ...up his services to us! Learn how to tango--watch some great performances-drink some Argentinian wines, eat some yummy food--sample some sweets and make some new friends. AND..... feel good that you are giving back to your community!! Beverages, food and lessons and dancing all included in the $40 ticket price.

Check out www.tangovvpa.wordpress.com for all the info.

We will be tangoing in Van Vorst Park this Saturday from 12-1..come check it out and buy a ticket!

poetry, open mic and music

JOIN US FOR us for OUR  POETRY, MUSIC AND OPEN MIC nights  ON FRIDAY NIGHTs AT STEAM.....

cover $7,
byob

email for details, start time and all..    steamcafe.jc@gmail.com
276 Newark ave, JC
near Monmouth

Snooki n jwoww n made with love

Sushi tango
500 jersey ave
Jc nj 07302
Time: 8:30
Show previews :10:00 pm.
Come hungry! Grace serves de-lish sushi! N cocktails!

Celeste
www.madewithloveorganics.com
www.facebook.com/madewithloveorganics.com

JC HEights Pop Up gallery

Please join us tonight from 7PM-10PM for the closing reception of RNA's Popup Gallery at 433 Palisade Avenue and the last chance to view the "Revitalization, Transformation and Rediscovery" group show curated by Michelle Mumoli.

Riverview Arts District
RNA set out to show off the potential of the Riverview Arts District and you can see the results by visiting the gallery and supporting the artists. Artists in this show include: Greg Brickey, Jennifer Krause Chapeau, Megan Gulick, CP Harrik, Alanna Hutt, Michael Kraiger, Ann LePore, Meghan McKee, Christopher Price, Alexis Rotter, Martina Solej, Cheryl Sylivant, Greg Voth, Jordan De Liso and more.
Special thanks to Joseph Branco for donating the space and to everyone who made it happen.

PADNA powerhouse art district meeting



Van Vorst Park Flea-Find your treasure day

Van Vorst Park
Flea Market
&
$$$$$ FUNDRAISER $$$$$
   Saturday, June 30th  / 9am- 4pm

The Friends of Van Vorst Park is pleased to announce the second Community Flea Market of the season to raise funds for all the valuable work our volunteer group does to improve and maintain beautiful Van Vorst Park as an urban oasis for our neighborhood.

Donations listed below will reserve your spot. 
The Participants provide their own 3 x 5 tables.
$25.00 for a Single Table
 $40.00 for a Double Table
$60.00 for a Triple Table

All spots are on a first come-first serve basis except for the NW entrance,
which is reserved for a food vendor. To participate, please drop off your check in an envelope to SUBIA’S MARKET at 506 Jersey Avenue, and
make it out to: Friends of Van Vorst Park Inc. with “donation to VVP” noted in the memo.

Or, go to: http://www.jcparks.org/blogs/vanvorst/ for Credit Card payments. Please leave your number or email address in case notification of a rain date is required. 100% of your donation goes into the park! For conformation, additional information or any questions

please email: marcwesson2@aol.com or call 201 433~6553 M-F

Remember $$$$$ don’t grow on our trees so please tell your friends, family, and neighbors about our event that will make you and the park some $$$$$ while also contributing to the heart of our community!

The Friends of Van Vorst Park is a 501©-3 non-profit corporation.

“Van Vorst Park – A Community Grows Here”

JC Fridays

Art House Productions
presents

JC FRIDAYS
A full day of free arts events in Jersey City!
Spring * SUMMER * Winter * Fall

FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2012
art * performance * music * film
Support the arts! Explore your city!

7 YEAR JC FRIDAYS ANNIVERSARY EVENT AND OUR BIGGEST ONE YET!

Art House Productions presents JC Fridays, a quarterly arts festival held throughout Jersey City at the start of every season.  Local businesses and arts organizations join together to celebrate art and culture with a wide range of free events for the public.  Programs include art openings and exhibits, music, performance, film/video screenings and more!

FOR A FULL LISTING OF EVENTS (OVER 60 VENUES!!)
VISIT: WWW.JCFRIDAYS.COM

Want to know where to go?
Check out the JC FRIDAYS app and hit all of the stops.
Download the app: http://bit.ly/KZBPKq

Sponsors:
- The Jersey City Reporter- Jersey City Magazine
- Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy, the Jersey City Municipal Council & the Division of Cultural Affairs
- Jersey City Department of Housing, Economic Development, and Commerce
- Jersey City Economic Development Corporation (*)
- Historic Downtown SID
- PATH

* Paid for in part by the State of New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zone Program

Supporters:
Balance Salon, Hamilton Inn, Jersey City Independent, LITM, Made with Love Artisan Bakery & Café,
NEW Magazine, Parkside Bistro, Rockit Docket, Satis Bistro, Yelp

Friends:
BigDrum Art and Framing, Exotik Fashion Lounge, Pint Bar, Hard Grove Café,
Imago Beauty Group at the Basilico, Shades of Java

www.jcfridays.com
www.arthouseproductions.org
Art House Productions presents
JC FRIDAYS
Celebrating the arts in Jersey City
www.jcfridays.com
www.arthouseproductions.org

giant carbon footprint

Giant carbon footprints
on discarded refrigerators pose the question of the human impact on earth.

Refrigeration representing in an iconic way a historical shift in life style and habits
for industry and households worldwide.
Refrigeration created a huge shift in food distribution, warehousing and transportation.

Uta Brauser's installation asks the viewer to bring  our (human) energy demands, decisions and needs in perspective with our place on the globe.

The exhibit opens in Jersey City NJ  on Grove street (Creative Grove artist market) part of JC Fridays, Grove street PATH plaza, on June 1, 2012, 3-11 pm.

It travels to  Bushwick Open Studios (BOS)June 2, 3 on Bogart and Grattan, Bushwick, Brooklyn NYC  10 am - 7 pm both days

The exhibit will revisit Grove street on June 8, 2012

 

Uta Brauser is an international artist, multi disciplinary,

works ranging form drawings, sculptures, wearable designs, performance art to 

installations.

www.fishwithbraids.blogspot.com

Creative Grove on JC Fridays:

DJ Pastiche delivers 2 hours of minimal techno, together with Groove on Grove's band features, artists, DIY crafters, vendors, food, lounge and drinks.

3 - 11 pm,

June 1, 2012

Art Installation: Giant carbon footprint by Uta Brauser. Giant footprints are placed on throw-away refrigerators and discarded TV sets to remind us of our energy behaviors and impact on Earth, bring the viewer to a historical context of the development of energy needs and consumption.

The artist markets offers visual art by community based artists, designer T-shirts, independent fashion, locally created jewelry, innovative recycling, paper designs, candles, dog products, metal and leatherworks.

creativegrove.org

Karl Latham jazz benefit at Michael Anthony's

 

June 28, 7-11pm, Michael Anthony's restaurant

 

Manhattan-based Jazz drummer Karl Latham will lead his band in a tribute to jazz guitar legend Wes Montgomery to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Hudson County at Michael Anthony’s Restaurant, on the waterfront in Jersey City, Thursday, June 28, 2012. The show will also fe...ature Jordan Piper, a local pianist and composer, who will lead his own band to start the evening off. And, Jack Silbert, sporting his incredibly stylish red jacket, will emcee the event.

Doors will open at 7pm, with the first performance starting at 8:00pm – so there will be plenty of time to relax and catch dinner ahead of the show. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 the day of the show (there will be a limited number of tickets available at $20 until May 26), and there will be a cash bar. All proceeds will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Hudson County. This show is produced and marketed by Unpainted Emporium Productions, LLC, a company that supports the arts by producing live performance events throughout Hudson County

To purchase tickets, go to: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/248896

Creative Grove under Siege may 2012

Grove Street PATH Plaza

Creative Grove Under Siege by Sirelo Entertainment Last Friday of the Month at Grove St. PATH Plaza! COMMUNITY RHYTHM ... This event is family friendly! FRIDAY MAY 25 3-9pm Music by DJ PURPLE STUFF http://soundcloud.com/purple-stuff COMMUNITY RHYTHM DRUM CIRCLE Invites you to bring a drum and join! For those who love to bang the drum and stomp their feet, we'll be having a special gathering of drums and encourage everyone to bring an instrument and join in the fun! Tap Dancing by PAW (Performance Arts Workshop) http://www.performingartsworkshop-nj.com/ Tap Piece : "Jump, Jive and Wail" (Choreography: Jaime Gong; Music: The Brian Setzer Orchestra) Dancers: Catriona Stevens, Christal Taylor, George Giordanella, Jaime Gong About: This tap number was choreographed and rehearsed over the course of four weeks. It is a shining example of how the Performing Arts Workshop's programs address the needs of dancers at every level, absolute beginner through advanced. We've had such a great time working towards our first performance and look forward to working on new choreography, and participating in more events like this one! Enjoy a beautiful day out at Creative Grove Market with the entire family! Upcoming Dates: FRIDAY JUNE 29 - Belly Dancing FRIDAY JULY 27 - Break Dancing / Capoeira Showcase http://www.facebook.com/sireloentertainment http://www.facebook.com/grassroots.communityspace http://creativegrove.org/ ______________________***********______________________ After Party for this event at Port-O Lounge! with DJ EMac on the wheels of steel 11pm-3am http://www.mixcloud.com/djemac/ Live Percussion by Sirelo Entertainment

dance Jam warm up

warm up for Dance Parade, "Coach" dishes up
house, house and die-hard funky disco house,
for the dancers, clubbers, beautiful and funky people.
Creative Grove artist & designer market, Grove street PATH plaza
friday may 18, 3 - 9 pm

Crafts, art, food and lounge on the plaza,
your super groovey Urban stylish Indie shopping destination
in JC.

cat's cradleCat's Cradle

The Jersey City Arts SLC Henry Snyder H.S. Presents Cat's Cradle. Cat's Cradle features work by Dominick Walker & Batrek Yassa. The opening reception will take place from  4-6pm.
4-6pm.May 9 -21 2012

Con Vivo Music

Con vivo music  has been moved from Mercado Park to a local business in the Downtown District: Kanibal Home, 213 MONTGOMERY STREET.

The Historic Downtown Special Improvement District presents the CON VIVO MUSIC SERIES at Mercado Park!

This free event features chamber music under the artistic direction of Amelia Ames.

Weather permitting, the event will take place at Mercado Park located at the Southeast corner of Newark Avenue and Jersey Avenue:

June 12 | July 10 | August 14 | September 4

writing workshop with Edvige Giunta, Casa Colombo

Groove on Grove may 9

Groove on Grove summer series
wednesdays at the Grove street PATH plaza
6pm - 9pm
this week, may 9:

6 pm | Wax Darts
7 pm | Rare Books
7:45 pm | Higgins

 brought to you by the Historical Downtown Special Improvement District

somebody with a body, art opening reception

save the arts in the arts district

PADNA ALERT – City poised to sell out yet again to Lloyd Goldman, eliminate MORE affordable housing in the PAD

In a shocking move, Jersey City’s legal team is asking the City Council (on one day’s notice) to amend a previous legal settlement that had required units of affordable housing on development proposed at 110 and 111 First Street in the Powerhouse Arts District.

These two properties have been bitterly disputed.  The location of two former warehouses, one of which housed an artists enclave until 2005, the city sued Goldman to keep him from tearing down the warehouse that housed the artists, saying it was a historic structure that should be preserved.  In what many consider to be a very one-sided settlement, the City agreed to let Goldman raze the warehouse and artist housing, and re-develop the property as a high rise, in exchange for 25 units of affordable housing to be built on the properties, and other concessions.

Yesterday, Corporation Counsel Bill Matsikoudis proposed that the settlement be amended such that Goldman could make a $2.5 million contribution to the city’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund, so that affordable units could be built not on his property but elsewhere in the city.  PADNA strongly opposes further capitulation to this developer.

PADNA supports affordable housing ON SITE and IN the district, in accordance with the PAD Redevelopment Plan.   PADNA strongly believes that the PAD Plan as written is viable zoning for the district, as evidenced by the existing rehabilitated properties and new construction, as well as planned development.

Please attend the City Council meeting tomorrow to voice your objection to further gutting of the PAD Redevelopment Plan.  The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 280 Grove St.

This Merry Month of May

April 29-May 30 - Exhibition - photographs by John Crittenden for  This Merry Month of May
at Made with Love  artisan bakery and cafe, 530 Jersey Ave, JC

 

opening reception with the artist   may 9, 6 -9 pm

 

Megan Maloy photographic works at Woolpunk studios

Please join woolpunk in celebrating the work of photographer Megan Maloy this Thursday from 6 to 9.

Best--Michelle
Woolpunk
298 Newark Ave

111 first street controversy

The City Council will vote tomorrow on the request by Lloyd Goldman to permit him to make a 2.5 million dollar contribution to the Affordable Housing Fund in lieu
of providing  25 units for affordable housing for artists  in his new construction at 110 and 111 Washington Street  in  the Powerhouse Artist District. So the Arts District is to be in name only?
He tore down an historic warehouse which housed dozens of artists, galleries and a vital arts community - the core of the future Arts District. The city required him  ( and all others building in the
district) to provide a percent of their new units as affordable housing for artists. Now the City Council is considering a request to gut this requirement . I understand that the money offered is

                             photo courtesy of Charles Kessler, left bank art blog

significant and the need for affordable housing is city-wide. However, the Arts are a very important economic, cultural and unifying element of pride in a city. The second largest city in New Jersey
now has no art museum. Are we going to destroy the nascent Arts District as well? Building a theater is wonderful. But an ARTS DISTRICT must have ARTISTS!!!

Please vote against this request to amend the current agreement.

Uta Brauser's message: come out in MASSES, tell your council how you feel about this matter,  PARTICIPATE

Down with Technic

Grassroots Community Space Presents a monthly event for DJs by Djs. Providing a space for Djs to meet, be creative on the decks, and network with one another. Open to Djs of all levels and styles from beginner and up, "Down with technic" is suited for those who want to le...arn more about Djing itself as well as allowing new DJs to learn from those who have more experience. The forum is similar to an open mic, except that it will be Djs reciting through their mixes.

OPEN HOUSE DJ PROGRAM
HOSTED BY DJ Pastiche
TIME: 6pm till 9pm
SETUP TIME: 5pm
$5 to listen or spin
Friends and Family welcome


Equipment we provide:
Vinyl set up
-Numark TTX Turntables
-Numark mixer DXM w/ effects

CDJ setups
-Numark NDX 200 (do not scratch)
-Numark iM1 (has a iPod dock)

-Gemini ps6 series


BRING YOUR OWN: needles, music, materials you need that are not listed above

Special Requests or questions should be directed to
Dj Pastiche at downwithtechnic@gmail.com

For more info: dtlive.org

Christopher and his kind at Chillfest

WHAT:    Chillfest, the mostly gay and lesbian film series of Jersey City presents
              "Christopher and His Kind," directed by Geoffrey Sax
WHEN:    Sunday, May 20th, 2012
               Screening begins at 4:15PM; Doors open at 4:00PM for food, drinks, and socializing
TIX:        $10 at the door and $7 advance at "www.chillfest.org"
WHERE:   LITM, 140 Newark Avenue, Jersey City
                (near Newark Avenue and Grove Street, 1/2 block from Grove Street PATH station)
WEBSITE:  www.chillfest.org
About "Christopher and His Kind" at Chillfest –

Handsome Matt Smith (the U.K.'s latest Dr. Who) plays the young author Christopher Isherwood ("The Berlin Stories") in this BBC-produced biopic which beautifully captures his relationships with his friend and occasional lover, the poet W.H. Auden, flatmate Jean Ross (Isherwood's real life friend and the basis for his character Sally Bowles immortalized in the film "Cabaret") and the Jewish, upper class Wilfrid Landauer (Iddo Goldberg, "Secret Diary Of A Call Girl").  To Isherwood's reserved English sensibility, the city's thriving gay subculture is thrilling and intoxicating. But Christopher soon finds himself heartbroken after the failure of a hopeless love affair, and so sets out on a process of self-discovery as he forges an identity and place for himself amidst the chaos and decadence of 1930s Berlin.

Chillfest presents gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender-themed films to Jersey City and the region, and is a sponsored project of New York Foundation for the Arts, a 501(c)(3) organization. 

fathers and mothers art

Join Project Greenville this May-June to celebrate mother's day and father's day with
a Creative Salute to the Parents We Know and Love!

This group show opens Saturday May 12th (the day before mother's day) from 4-8pm.
(Complete list of participating artists available Friday May 11th on our webpage and Facebook page.)
There will be snacks, drinks, music and a cool art exhibit featuring, but not limited
to (as there are still one or two mystery entries) painting, photography, poetry,
film and--for the very first time--sculpture!  If you cannot make it to the opening
there will be three more chances to view this varied collection of parental homages:

Friday & Saturday June 1st and 2nd as part of JC Fridays art events from 4-8pm
http://jcfridays.com/

And the closing of the exhibit on  Saturday June 16th (the day before father's day)
also from 4-8pm, also including drinks, snacks art and merriment!
Hope to see you there,