Hudson County Celebrates Halloween with Free Fall Festival for Families

County Executive Craig Guy invites residents to enjoy family-friendly activities, costume contests, train rides and more on October 31

JERSEY CITY, NJ — This weekend Hudson County is celebrating Halloween and inviting residents of all ages to join in on the fun! Hudson County Executive Craig Guy is excited to welcome families from across the county to the Hudson County Fall Festival on Saturday, October 31, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 902 Brewing Co., located on Pacific Avenue between Caven Point Avenue and Forrest Street in Jersey City.

Admission to the Hudson County Fall Festival is completely free, but advance registration is required. Residents interested in attending can register here.

“Halloween is a special time for families, and we want to make sure everyone in Hudson County has the opportunity to celebrate together,” said Hudson County Executive Craig Guy. “Our Fall Festival is about bringing our communities together, creating lasting memories for our children and giving families a fun, safe and welcoming place to enjoy the holiday. I encourage residents from every corner of Hudson County to put on their costumes and join us for a great afternoon!”

The free, family-friendly celebration will bring together residents for an afternoon of Halloween festivities, entertainment and activities for all ages. Families can look forward to a wide variety of activities, including a Halloween costume contest, train rides, obstacles courses, face painting, balloon art, glitter tattoos, sports games and local artisan vendors.

For photos of last year’s Hudson County Fall Festival, click here.

Special Event

Bayonne Chapter of UNICO National

October 25, 2026 admin

“Service Above Self”

The Bayonne Chapter of UNICO National is pleased to announce

Joseph Marchitto as its “2026 Man of the Year.”

We are sure you will agree that Joseph’s dedication and service to the Community of Bayonne makes him an outstanding choice for this honor.

It is not often that we are given an opportunity to show our appreciation for those among us who make life a little better by touching the lives around them.

In addition to honoring our Man of the Year, the Bayonne Chapter of UNICO National will also be recognizing the following individuals for their outstanding service to our community:

John Burms recipient of the Joseph P. Tagliareni Community Service Award

Angelique Bell recipient of the Service Above Self Award

Father Joe Barbone recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award,

These prestigious honors will be bestowed upon our recipients at UNICO’s Awards Reception

on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Chandelier Catering in Bayonne at 6:30 p.m.

The Officers and Membership of the Bayonne Chapter of UNICO cordially invite you to express your congratulations to our distinguished honorees by placing an ad in the Souvenir Journal being prepared to accent this festive evening.

Your donation will be remembered by all the officers and members as well as our honorees. The proceeds of the souvenir journal will be administered by the Bayonne Chapter of UNICO National to help assist the many local charities which UNICO has supported for over 77 years.

Please return all forms by November 7th, along with a check made payable to Bayonne Chapter of UNICO National and mail to

BAYONNE CHAPTER OF UNICO NATIONAL

P.O. Box 1465

Bayonne, NJ 07002.

Joseph Skillender, President

Jason Scudder, Chairman/1st Vice President

College Sports, Sports Team schedules

Hudson County Community College’s Hudson Hornets Set for Their First-ever NJCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Games

October 24, 2026 admin

Hudson County Community College’s (HCCC) Hudson Hornets women’s and men’s basketball teams will play their first games ever on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at High Tech High School in Secaucus, NJ. The HCCC teams will vie against the Essex County College Wolverines.

The Hudson County Community College (HCCC) Hudson Hornets basketball teams are set to hit the court for their historic first season and home games in a few short weeks. The Hudson Hornets women’s and men’s teams will vie against the Essex County College Wolverines on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. respectively. Supporters and hoops fans can attend the games at High Tech High School, One High Tech Way in Secaucus, NJ. Nearby, free parking is available.

HCCC will compete as a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 15 Division III, comprised of community college teams primarily from New York City, Long Island and surrounding areas, and New Jersey. The Hornets – Wolverines games underscore Hudson and Essex counties’ premier hoops legacies, from playgrounds to high schools and colleges.

“Our first games with home court advantage will showcase the talent of our largely freshmen-led teams under the direction of outstanding leadership,” said HCCC Interim President Dr. Lisa Dougherty. “We look forward to building our teams’ fan bases, and we invite the entire community to join us in cheering for our Hornets on November 3rd.”

Dr. Dougherty said the Hornets teams include familiar local athletes.

Hudson Hornets Women’s 2026-27 Basketball Roster:

2 Jayla Roman Guard 5’4” Jersey City, NJ/BelovED Community Charter
3 Angelica Ortiz Guard 5’7” Jersey City, NJ/Ferris HS
4 Samadhi Kankanamalage Forward 5’8” Union City, NJ/Jose Marti STEM Academy
5 Alexa Palma Guard 5’2” Belleville, NJ/Belleville HS
11 Alisson Torres Guard 5’8” Harrison, NJ/Harrison HS
12 Kristel Gomez Guard 5’4” Kearny, NJ/Kearny HS
14 Eve Schmucker Guard 5’9” Paramus, NJ/Paramus HS
23 Jailyn Blair Forward 6’0” Jersey City, NJ/Snyder HS

The Head Coach is Carlos Cueto; Assistant Coaches are Isaura Guzman and Anissa Arteaga; and Managers are Nardos Teklu and Esther Victoria.

Hudson Hornets 2026-27 Men’s Basketball Roster:

0 Zion Maldonado Guard 5’9” Union City, NJ/Union City HS
1 Ederson Salcedo Guard 5’7” Union City, NJ/Union City HS
2 Jackson Lore Guard 5’11” Hoboken, NJ/Hoboken HS
3 Lamir Boxley Guard 6’2” Hoboken, NJ/Hoboken HS
4 Jordan Davey Guard 5’8” Rosedale, NY/Epic South HS
5 Ramces Baez Guard 6’2” Union City, NJ/Union City HS
6 Lenix Rodriguez Guard 5’9” West New York/Memorial HS
7 Devin Louisson Guard 5’11” Staten Island, NY/Susan E. Wagner HS
9 Adrian Ramirez Forward 6’4” Union City, NJ/Union City HS
10 Alex Ramirez Forward 6’3” Union City, NJ/Union City HS
11 Jephthe Alda Guard 6’2” Paterson, NJ/College Achieve Paterson Charter
12 Rahmin Wright G/F 6’4” Bayonne, NJ/Bayonne HS
15 Mikey Walcott Guard 6’4” Brooklyn, NY/Uncommon Preparatory Charter
21 Erick Tirado Guard 6’3” West New York, NJ/Memorial HS
30 Jonas Herrera Forward 6’5” West New York, NJ/Memorial HS

The Head Coach is Ethan Nardone; Assistant Coaches are Kevin Baksh, Eugene Antwi, and Jayquan Thomas; and the Manager is Giovanni Noel.

HCCC Director of Athletics Jonathan Sisk and Associate Athletics Director Shawn Bragg are leading the College’s Athletics Program, which will be headquartered in the HCCC Center for Student Success. That 153,186 square-foot, mixed-use tower – currently under construction on the Journal Square Campus – will feature a full-size NCAA gymnasium, fitness center, walking track, and athletic training facility.

Visit the Hudson Hornets online at www.HudsonHornets.com, follow them on social media at @HCCC_Athletics, @HCCC_WBB, and @HCCC_MBB. The entire NJCAA schedule is available at https://www.njcaa.org/sports/teams/426651175991903416/schedule?sport=mbkb&season=2026-27&division=div1&tenant=418363877705647844

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Real Estate Lisitngs

Exit on the Hudson Realty October 15 to October 31st Lisitings

October 23, 2026 admin

New Listing!

SPACIOUS 1 FAMILY

WEST BERGEN, JC

Nestled in the sought-after West Bergen area, this immaculately maintained 4-bedroom, 3-full-bath home is truly move-in ready. Features include new efficient heating and cooling, beautiful bamboo hardwood floors. Each BR offers generous closet space. An inviting features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, S/S appliances, and a spacious center island with seating. The finished basement offers valuable additional living space. Parking for 2 cars!
Asking $709,000

Priced to Sell!

COMPLETELY RENOVATED

3 BR 2 BATH – NUTLEY

Thoughtfully upgraded inside and out – this single-family home is in a prime location, offers comfortable living areas – all furnished with rich vinyl flooring for ease of care. Designer tile work and a chef-inspired kitchen featuring gleaming premium Quartz countertops. Enjoy parking for 5+ vehicles, including a fully detached garage! The basement is full/unfinished. The backyard is perfect for entertaining, gardening, or outdoor enjoyment.

Asking $695,000

New Rental Listing!

SPACIOUS 1 BR UNIT

MIDTOWN, BAYONNE

This lovely 2nd floor apartment offers a eat-in kitchen, full dining room, large living room, plenty of closets, & a large bedroom. There is carpet in the bedroom, living room, and dining room. The unit has been freshly painted. You can bring your own refrigerator, or the landlord is willing to supply one.
Asking $1,600 per month

To see all of the Exit on the Hudson Realty listings visit https://www.exitonthehudson.com

Local Events

Hudson County Events for October 23rd to October 28th, 2026

October 22, 2026 admin

Witch Brew & Spooky Trivia–Bayonne
Time of Event: Friday, October 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Location: Haven House, 151 E Centre St, Bayonne, NJ
Details of Event: An indoor nighttime gathering for groups of friends featuring specialized potion tastings, Halloween-themed trivia, and a big-screen mystery experience in a casual restaurant atmosphere.

Mystery of MacAbbra Mansion 3: Spencer’s Revenge–Jersey City
Time of Event: Friday, October 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Location: Museum of Jersey City History, 298 Academy St, Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ
Details of Event: An indoor evening theatrical event taking place at the local history museum. This kid-friendly mystery presentation offers an engaging, spooky experience for the entire family.

Bird-Themed Story Time–Jersey City
Time of Event: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Location: Jersey City Free Public Library (Miller Branch), 489 Bergen Ave, West Side, Jersey City, NJ
Details of Event: An indoor, bird-themed storytelling performance tailored for families and young children. Admission to this interactive library activity is free, aimed at fostering early literacy.

Halloween Scooptacular–West New York
Time of Event: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Location: Ben & Jerry’s, 22 Riverwalk Pl, West New York, NJ
Details of Event: A family-friendly indoor celebration at the ice cream shop featuring free waffle cones, costume showcases, spooky autumn activities, and live music entertainment.

Sunset Nature Walk–Jersey City
Time of Event: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Location: Liberty State Park, 1 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ
Details of Event: An educational, guided outdoor trek through local coastal habitats and park trails at sunset. The nature program is designed for participants ages 5 and up, and registration is required prior to attendance.

Math Circle-Hoboken
Time of Event: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Location: Hoboken Public Library, 500 Park Ave, Hoboken, NJ
Details of Event: An interactive math workshop organized in collaboration with the Stevens Institute of Technology. This casual indoor library event features mathematical games, puzzles, and hands-on family activities. This is the final event of the seasonal series.

Intro to Ceramics–Guttenberg
Time of Event: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Location: Guttenberg Arts, 6903 Jackson St, Guttenberg, NJ
Details of Event: A two-hour beginner pottery workshop inside a local art gallery. No prior ceramics knowledge or experience is necessary, and the hands-on instructional session is led by a resident artist.

Halloween Party Trivia–Hoboken
Time of Event: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Location: Black Bear Hoboken Bar & Grill, 205 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ
Details of Event: A lively seasonal celebration featuring multi-round general knowledge trivia and a costume contest held inside an American bar and grill setting.

The Art Of The Old Fashioned–Hoboken
Time of Event: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (Evening)
Location: W Hoboken Hotel, 225 River St, Hoboken, NJ
Details of Event: An intimate cocktail mixology and premium spirits tasting evening celebrating the history and preparation of the classic Old Fashioned. The event features a guided tasting of Woodford Reserve premium small-batch bourbon whiskey.

Special Event

Thousands of Catholics Pray Before Relics of St. Bernadette Soubirous on National Tour

October 22, 2026 admin

Photo Highlights

A woman prays before the relics of St. Bernadette Soubirous on display at Seton Hall University. (Photo courtesy of Seton Hall University/Genna Nadal)

Visitors touch a rock from Massabielle Grotto, where St. Bernadette Soubirous saw Our Lady of Lourdes. (Photo courtesy of Seton Hall University/Genna Nadal)

Father Nicholas Sertich, director of campus ministry at Seton Hall University, celebrates Mass in honor of St. Bernadette Soubirous at Seton Hall’s Chapel of the Immaculate Conception on Oct. 5, 2026. (Photo courtesy of Seton Hall University/Genna Nadal)

Thousands of Catholics prayed before relics of St. Bernadette Soubirous—who experienced apparitions of the Virgin Mary (Our Lady of Lourdes) in Lourdes, France, in 1858—during a national tour that stopped at four locations in the Archdiocese of Newark from Oct. 4 to 8.

The relics visited Seton Hall University in South Orange from Oct. 4 to 6, the Dominican Monastery of Our Lady of the Rosary in Summit on Oct. 6, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in West Orange on Oct. 7 and the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark on Oct. 8.

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Education

Hudson County Community College Computer ArtsProfessor Recognized at International Conference forAdvanced Visual Interfaces

October 21, 2026 admin

Hudson County Community College Professor and Computer Arts Coordinator Jeremiah Teipen received the Best Interactive Experience Award at the international Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Conference on Advanced Visual Interfaces (AVI) in Italy. Pictured with Professor Teipen (center) are Dr. Antonella De Angeli (left) of Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy, Founding President of the University Ethical Committee Rector Delegate at the Ministry of University and Research; and Dr. Albrecht Schmidt (right), Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (Germany), and Chair in Human-Centered Ubiquitous Media.

Winning installation explores how algorithms shape physical/virtual Hudson County Community College (HCCC) Professor Jeremiah Teipen, Coordinator of Computer Arts, stays on the cusp of advances in combining art and science. He was selected from among 51 presenters at the international Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Conference on Advanced Visual Interfaces (AVI) to receive the Best Interactive Experience Award for his work as an independent artist. The conference theme was “Interactive Creativity: Agencies, Interfaces, and Ethics.”

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Sports Limited

ICYMI: Hudson County Celebrates Local Sports Legends at 2026 Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

October 20, 2026 admin

The induction ceremony included a celebration of six decades of Hudson County Little League history, as West New York legends met Bayonne’s newest champions

From trailblazing athletes who broke barriers to Little League champions separated by 60 years of history, Hudson County celebrated the remarkable individuals and unforgettable moments that have shaped its sport legacy at the 2026 Hudson County Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Hosted on Thursday, October 8, at Saint Peter’s University in Jersey City, the evening brought together generations of athletes, families, and community leaders to honor the county’s sporting past while inspiring its future.

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy joined Board of County Commissioner Chairman Anthony Romano, Commissioner Kenneth Kopacz, and community members to recognize 14 inductees and two special award recipients whose achievements have left a lasting mark on Hudson County and beyond. The Class of 2026 represents the talent, determination, and resilience that have made Hudson County a proud home to generations of extraordinary athletes.

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art scene

The Art House Gallery Presents Robert Bohn, Urban Decay Curated by Andrea McKenna November 7 – November 29, 2026

October 18, 2026 admin

Art House Productions (Executive Artistic Director Meredith Burns and Gallery Director Andrea McKenna) proudly presents Urban Decay, a solo exhibition by Jersey City artist Robert Bohn, curated by Andrea McKenna, on view at the Art House Gallery from Saturday, November 7 through Sunday, November 29, 2026.

Opening Reception: Saturday, November 7, 6:00–8:00 PM Artist Talk: Sunday, November 15, 2:00–4:00 PM Regular gallery hours are Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00–4:00 PM

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Local Events

Sunday, October 18th, 2026 3rd Annual Hoboken Women’s Wellness Expo

October 18, 2026 admin

Located at the Hoboken Elks 1005 Washington Street the annual fair features Skin analysis w/ Skin by EC. Salsa dance lesson at 1pm. Enter for a chance to win some great door prizes including one free therapy session from Clarity Counseling plus one free session from Amanda Triglia Coaching.

Sunday, October 18
12–3 PM

Come for the wellness. Stay for the community.