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End of September Music Festival

You’re Invited! Hamilton Park Conservancy 16th Annual Music Festival!
Saturday, September 26, 2026, from Noon–8:00 PM in Hamilton Park on McWilliams Place, Jersey City, for a full day of community to support the Hamilton Park Conservancy biggest fundraiser of the year! 

Enjoy:
? Live music all day
? Face painting & family activities
? Pony rides and Games
? Delicious festival food & food trucks
? Beer and festive drinks
?? Local vendors and artisans

Admission is FREE, and the festival takes place rain or shine! 

Bayonne News, Bayonne Observer insidebayonne.com, Special Event

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Read About Two Mom’s on a Mission

By Joe Calamito

Recently on my daily walk through my neighborhood, I met two dynamic and interesting ladies, Sharon Romano and Marie Costantino placing gold bows on the poles in Bayonne, I am always looking to help promote someone or an organization in our River View Observer digital issue, so I asked the ladies what they were doing, and what was the significance of the Gold bows?

Here is what they told me…

September is Childhood cancer Awareness Month and we advocate for the many children who are battling this disease, the ones who are survivors and life with side effects and those angels who sadly were taken from us way too soon.

We both lost our sons to cancer .

Sharon continued, her son is Anthony Costantino and mine is Michael Romano . Both boys went through the Bayonne Public Schools and played Cal Ripken Baseball despite their illness.

There are about 15,000 children diagnosed with cancer each year in the US alone.

We set out on a Mission a few years ago to support this cause in Memory of our sons.

We hang gold boys throughout the town and we have gained the support of the Bayonne Board of Education and each year on the last Friday of the month the District will allow staff and students to wear Gold to support two wonderful Pediatric Cancer 

Foundations; Tomorrows Children’s Fund at Hackensack Meridian and The Valerie Fund of New Jersey.  City Hall gives their support and  will do a flag raising on September 25, 2026 at 4:15pm .

The town of Bayonne truly comes together to support this important cause .

On October 9, 2026 there will be a charity softball game which will support the above named hospitals to assist patients and their families financially . Bayonne’s town heroes Police and Fire Departments and members of the Bayonne Board of Education will play each other .  Our Buddy Baseball team will also support and play a few innings to show their support.  Their will be some raffles and donations will be accepted at the game. The game will start at 5pm .

We call ourselves Two Moms on a Mission .

We won’t stop until a cure is found.

No child fights alone. ? 

Next week we will have photos and more about the October 9th Charity softball game and we hope this post will inspire the good folks of Bayonne to come out and support these two Mom’s on a Mission.

Special Event

HUDSON COUNTY EXECUTIVE CRAIG GUY ENCOURAGES HUDSON COUNTY RESIDENTS 

TO REGISTER FOR SATURDAY’S 5th ANNUAL STRIDES FOR SAFETY 5K

County Executive Greg Guy

Annual race against gun violence returns this Saturday with Free Kids Fun Run and Waived Registration Fee for College Students

With one day to go until the 5th Annual Hudson County Strides for Safety 5K: A Race Against Gun Violence, Hudson County Executive Craig Guy is encouraging residents, families, students, advocates, law enforcement, and community organizations to register in advance and join hundreds of community members coming together this Saturday, September 19, in Lincoln Park.

“Strides for Safety has become an important tradition in Hudson County because it brings people together around a shared commitment to safer communities,” said County Executive Guy. “As we enter the fifth year of this event, I want to encourage everyone to register, bring your family and friends, and join us this Saturday. Every step we take together sends a message that preventing gun violence and building safer neighborhoods is a responsibility we all share.”

This year’s fifth anniversary celebration will also expand opportunities for families and young people to take part. For the first time, Strides for Safety will feature a free Kids Fun Run for children ages 5-12, giving Hudson County’s youngest residents an opportunity to participate alongside their families during a shorter run starting at 10 a.m. Local college students can also run for free by using a designated registration code.

“Five years ago, we started Strides for Safety with the goal of bringing our community together to stand against gun violence, and it has continued to grow because people across Hudson County have made it their own,” said Gina Hulings, Director of the Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs | Tourism Development. “This year, we are especially excited to welcome more families and young people to the event. Whether you are running the 5K, cheering from the sidelines or bringing your child to the Kids Fun Run, there is a place for everyone.”

Throughout its history, Strides for Safety has brought together community leaders and public-safety professionals to speak about the impact of gun violence and the importance of collaboration, prevention, and community involvement. Five years in, the event remains more than a race – it is a community-wide show of solidarity and a commitment to creating safer neighborhoods for generations to come.

Over the past four years, Strides for Safety has grown from a new community initiative into an annual gathering of hundreds of residents, families, advocates, law enforcement, and community organizations united around one goal: building a safer Hudson County. Participation has continued to grow each year. The 2024 race welcomed 435 registered participants and 30 volunteers, while the 2025 race surpassed 500 registered participants, demonstrating the community’s growing support for the event and its mission.

Residents are encouraged to register ahead of time to help ensure a smooth check-in process on race day. Registration ends on September 19, click here to register.

For photos of last year’s 5K, click here and for video of last year’s 5K, click here

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Make it Yourself-Irish Stew

Marketgrow.com

With the fall weather coming, here is a perfect dish to make yourself

Irish Stew is a traditional, hearty dish that’s been a staple of Irish cuisine for centuries. Made with tender lamb or beef, root vegetables, and a flavorful broth, this stew is the epitome of comfort food. The slow-cooked meat becomes incredibly tender, while the potatoes, carrots, and onions soak up the rich flavors of the broth. Perfect for a cold day, this stew is both nourishing and satisfying, offering a taste of Ireland’s culinary heritage. Served with crusty bread or over a bed of mashed potatoes, Irish Stew is a dish that warms you from the inside out and brings the comforting flavors of home to your table.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds lamb shoulder or beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks (optional)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef or lamb broth
  • 1 cup stout beer (optional, for depth of flavor)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Local Events

Local Events for September 18th to September 20th, 2026 Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne and Secaucus

Things to do this weekend in Hudson County

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Friday, September 18, 2026

Navratri Mahotsav With Geeta Rabari
Location: Meadowlands Exposition Center, 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ
6:30 PM
A celebration of the Hindu festival of Navaratri featuring Garba and Dandiya dances with live music by Geeta Rabari. [1]

Film Screening: The Magic City: Birmingham according to Sun Ra
Location: Monty Hall, 43 Montgomery Street, Jersey City, NJ
7:30 PM
A documentary screening portraying the early years of jazz musician Sun Ra, with proceeds supporting WFMU radio. [1]

Pete Rodriguez Quartet Performance
Location: The Statuary, 53 Congress Street, Jersey City, NJ
Time: 8:00 PM
Details: A live outdoor and indoor jazz performance event featuring the Pete Rodriguez Quartet. [1]

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Jersey City News

Jersey City Free Public Library to Host Glenn D. Cunningham Day Celebration

Jersey City Free Public Library is proud to bring the community together to honor the life and legacy of former Jersey City Mayor and State Senator Glenn D. Cunningham with a celebration of his birthday and the inaugural Glenn D. Cunningham Day.

 Wednesday, September 16, 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Glenn D. Cunningham Branch Library (275 Martin Luther King Drive)

This event will be hosted by former Jersey City Free Public Library Director Priscilla Gardner with guest speakers including the Honorable Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, Hudson County Commissioner Bill O’Dea, New Jersey Assemblyman Jerry Walker, New Jersey Assemblyman William Sampson, Councilman-at-Large Michael O. Griffin, Councilman-at-Large Rolando R. Lavarro Jr., and Ward F Councilman & Council President Pro Tempore, Frank “Educational” Gilmore.Contact: Nailah Andre
Jersey City Free Public Library
Communications Coordinator
Nandre@jclibrary.org


About Jersey City Free Public Library
The Jersey City Free Public Library (JCFPL) is the largest municipal library in the State of New Jersey, serving one of the most diverse cities in the country. The Library meets the needs of the community by providing a wide array of programming and resources, and access to a broad range of print, digital, and audiovisual collections. The Library has been a cornerstone of Jersey City’s growing and changing community for more than 120 years.
Hudson County News

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy and Hudson County Board of Commissioners Unveil Legislation to Create “Trap -Neuter-Release” Grant Program

Groundbreaking initiative will help municipalities address feral cat problem

 In an effort to address Hudson County’s dire feral cat situation, Hudson County Executive Craig Guy and the Hudson County Board of Commissioners unveiled a proposed resolution to establish a Trap-Neuter-Release (“TNR”) Grant Program that would be open to all 12 Hudson County municipalities.

“Although Hudson County has not historically been involved with animal care and control, I know that dealing with feral cat colonies has been a vexing challenge for our towns and cities,” stated Hudson County Executive Craig Guy. “The fact is that where Trap-Neuter-Release has been employed, there has been a marked reduction in feral cat colonies and their associated troubles. TNR is common sense initiative, and I am dedicated to making it a reality.”

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Local Events this week

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Jersey City Love Along the Hudson
Location: Exchange Place, 1 Exchange Place, Jersey City, New Jersey, 07302
Time: Monday, September 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Details: A community gathering featuring scenic views along the Hudson waterfront, focused on local connection, food, and culture. [1]

Horror Book Club
Location: Dungeon Books, Storefront 1R, 115 Brunswick Street, Jersey City, New Jersey, 07302
Time: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Details: A monthly book group meeting for horror enthusiasts. This session features a discussion on the book Incidents Around the House. [1]

15th Annual All About Downtown Street Fair
Location: Newark Avenue (between Grove Street and Coles Street), Downtown Jersey City, New Jersey, 07302
Time: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Details: One of Hudson County’s largest annual community street festivals. The massive event features over a hundred local business vendors, handmade crafts, direct food stalls, family-friendly kids’ rides, live musical stages, and multiple outdoor beer gardens. The venue layout is wheelchair accessible. [1]

Disco in the Park
Location: Van Vorst Park (Barrow Street Side), Jersey City, New Jersey, 07302
Time: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Details: A family-friendly outdoor retro music dance social featuring DJ Blvck Truffle on the turntables. The event features local snacks, non-alcoholic soft drinks, and local residents dressed up in classic 1970s disco attire. [1]

First-Ever Hoboken Coffee Crawl
Location: Hoboken Historical Museum (Kickoff/Tickets), 1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken, New Jersey, 07030
Time: Sunday, September 20, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Details: An inaugural citywide, self-guided tasting walk organized directly by the local historical museum. Ticket holders get access to exclusive coffee samples and creative treats from dozens of participating neighborhood cafes including Alessio’s, Alfalfa, Bean Vault, Bwé, and Modcup. All proceeds support local museum educational programming. [1]

David Liebe Hart Live Performance
Location: Pet Shop, 193 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey, 07302
Time: Sunday, September 20, 2026 (Evening)
Details: An intimate showcase featuring the cult-favorite outsider artist, musician, and puppeteer known for his recurring roles on Adult Swim’s alternative comedy programming. [1]

Bayonne News, Bayonne Observer insidebayonne.com, General

Procession With Floats to Honor Bayonne Little League World Series Stars on Sunday, September 13

           Photo Courtesy NY Post

The phrase “Bayonne vs. Everyone” will ring true on September 13th when Bayonne residents come out to welcome our hometown team with a procession honoring “The Boys from Bayonne.”

Bayonne Little League and the City of Bayonne Recreation Division will hold a procession with floats to honor the hometown players and coaches who participated in the 2026 Little League World Series. The event will take place in Bayonne on Sunday, September 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Mayor Sharon Nadrowski said, “The City of Bayonne is extremely proud of our World Series heroes.  We welcome this opportunity to honor the first team in Bayonne history that competed in a Little League World Series.”

            The procession will consist of two floats for the players and the coaches.

            Starting location: The procession will gather at 30th Street and Avenue C in Bayonne at 10:30 a.m.

            Procession route: The procession will move eastward down 30th Street from Avenue C to Broadway.  Then the floats will turn right onto Broadway. The procession will move southward down Broadway from 30th Street to 5th Street. Then the floats will turn right, going west on 5th Street until reaching Avenue C.  After that, the floats will drive south down to 1st Street.   The procession will turn right on 1st Street and will proceed westward to the Little League facility at 1st Street and Kennedy Boulevard. A ceremony will take place at the Little League facility.