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Events Happening On Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 in Jersey City

Events a day ahead, so you know what you might be doing tomorrow

Jersey City Art exhibitions and studios

Colombo – Glass Paper Cloth: The Italian Educational & Cultural Center, also known as Casa Colombo, will feature its “Glass Paper Cloth” exhibition, open to the public.

“Street Symphony” Sticker Trade Event: Participate in a sticker trade event as part of the “Street Symphony” urban art exhibition.

Address: ART150 Gallery, 157A First Street.

Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m..

Wildlife, Spirits, and Art Exhibition: This show features prominent wildlife artists.

Address: Art House Productions, 180 Morgan Street, C-101.

Time: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m..

Atacama Clay Studio : A clay studio that welcomes beginners and advanced potters for an engaging experience.

Address: 273 New York Avenue.

Qua’s Creative Arts Center: A space for creating art and unique events.

Address: 758 Ocean Avenue.

City Swipes Fluid Art Experience Studio: Offers fluid art workshops for creating mixed media artwork.

Address: 78 Erie Street.

Record Riots: A festival for music lovers featuring new and vintage vinyl. The event is scheduled to take place at the Grove Street PATH Plaza. Grove Street PATH Plaza. 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m..IECC / Casa

Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs – Annual Toy Drive: The office will be collecting donations for its 29th Annual Toy Drive.

The Office of Cultural Affairs, 1004 Westside Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306.

Time: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.. 

Outside Hudson County East Rutherford

Photos with Santa at American Dream Mall: “Photos with Santa” on Sunday, November 24th, 2025.

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Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 Events in Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne, Secaucus and Guttenberg

A day ahead events, because we need to prepare for what we might do the next day!

Jersey City

Arts & Entertainment

Jersey City Wine Fest: Sample wines at this festival, which runs from 6:00 PM onwards. Harborside Atrium, 210 Hudson St, Jersey City, NJ 07311

Laugh Tour Comedy Club: Enjoy a night of stand-up comedy at 555 Washington Boulevard, starting at 6:30 PM.

Steel Sumony Brunch at Six 26: This lounge event at 128 Christopher Columbus Drive begins at 2:00 PM.

The Arab Festival New Jersey: Celebrate Arab culture with shopping, shows, and music. This two-day festival at The Westin Jersey City Newport, 479 Washington Boulevard, starts on Saturday at 11:00 AM.

Moss & Mingle at Departed Soles Brewing Company: Create a moss craft while enjoying a beer at this hands-on workshop at 150 Bay Street. The event begins at 1:00 PM. 

Family

Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts: Turkey & Chicken Giveaway: This community celebration at County Prep High School, 525 Montgomery Street, features arts and crafts and a giveaway. The event starts at 12:00 PM. 

Sports

Saint Peter’s Peacocks vs. UMass Lowell River Hawks: Catch a basketball game at the Yanitelli Recreational Life Center, 870 Montgomery Street, at 2:00 PM. 

Hoboken

Family

Uptown Farmers Market: A weekly farmers market at 404 14th Street, open from 9:00 AM.

Story Time: Enjoy festive and heartwarming stories at the Hoboken Public Library, 500 Park Avenue, starting at 10:30 AM.

Pumpkin Party: Participate in this fall-themed event at the Hoboken Public Library, 500 Park Avenue, at 2:00 PM. 

Community & Fundraisers

Rooting Souls Fall Fundraiser: A community-building fundraiser hosted by Rooting Souls at the Symposia Community Bookstore, 510 Washington Street. The event begins at 5:30 PM.

Bayonne

Recreational events

The Bayonne Division of Recreation is planning an Indoor Track & Field event on November 22, 2025. 

Indoor Track & Field

Time: 2:00 p.m.

  • Ice Rink Track, Rich Korpi Ice Rink
  • Ice skating rink
  • 38 W 28th St · (201) 858-5566

Secaucus

Secaucus Auto Show 2025: View various automobiles at 1200 Koelle Blvd, from 10:00 AM.

Secaucus Artists Workshop Show & Sale: An art show and sale in Secaucus from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Boy Scout Troop 22 Pasta Dinner: A pasta dinner fundraiser taking place from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

New Jersey Fall International Open Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025: An open tournament organized by the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation, taking place all day at the Meadowlands Exposition Center, 355 Plaza Drive. 

Guttenberg

    Pre-Thanksgiving Senior Dine-In Cinema: A dine-in cinema event for senior citizens.

    • Jimmy Welty Band: Live music by the Jimmy Welty Band at Stockyard Restaurant at 8:00 PM. 
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    Mercy House Warms Hearts and Hands: 600+ Coats Distributed to Local Families

    More than 600 new and gently used coats were distributed across all three Mercy House locations.

    Mercy House Director Cheryl A. Riley (second from left) joined staff and volunteers in distributing coats to those in need.

    Smiles and scarves filled the halls of The Mercy House as more than 600 winter coats and other cold-weather essentials were distributed to people in need during the Archdiocese of Newark’s annual Winter Coat Giveaway from Nov. 3-5 in Jersey City, Newark, and Elizabeth.

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    Hudson County Community College Celebrates ““Fifty Years of Excellence ” with New Exhibit Opening at the Museum of Jersey City History

    HCCC Jersey City Museum opening about 50 years of service

    Hudson County Community College (HCCC) will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with the opening of Fifty Years of Excellence, a special exhibit that highlights the College’s five decades of transformative impact on Hudson County.


    Friday, November 7, 2025
    3:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

    • Welcoming Remarks: 4:00 p.m. by HCCC President Dr. Christopher Reber
    • “Hudson’s History” Discussion: 6:00 p.m. with Dr. Nicholas Chiaravalloti, Hudson County native, Former New Jersey State Representative, and Former HCCC Vice President for External Affairs and Senior Counsel to the President
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    Hudson County Community College Host 50th Anniversary Alumni Networking Event on Thursday, November 13th

    Hudson County Community College 50th Anniversary

     Hudson County Community College (HCCC) will host a special Alumni Networking Event on Wednesday, November 13 as part of the College’s ongoing 50th Anniversary Celebration, Fifty and Forward.

    The event will bring together HCCC alumni and community partners for an exciting evening of speed networking and professional connections, featuring tabling from a variety of employers, including PNC Financial Services, Women Rising, Soccer Shots, and others. Participants will have opportunities to expand their networks, explore career interests, and celebrate the accomplishments of their fellow alumni. The newly elected officers of the 2025-2027 HCCC Alumni Association will be announced, and light refreshments will be served.

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    Bayonne Sicilian Citzens Club Honors Dr. Neil J. Carroll III Man of the Year 2025

    Neil J. Carroll, Ed. D. is a second-generation American of proud Italian heritage. He comes from a family deeply rooted in public service and civic leadership. That legacy of dedication to community has guided his path—as a lifelong educator, two-term city Councilman, and tireless
    advocate for Bayonne’s future.

    With over a decade of experience as a public-school teacher,
    Dr. Carroll has been a cornerstone of educational excellence in Bayonne. His passion for empowering students and fostering a love for learning has been evident in his dynamic approach to teaching, earning him the admiration of colleagues, students, and parents alike.

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    Grandmaster Austin Wright Sr. Celebrates 40 Years of Martial Arts Excellence in Hudson County

    On September 26, 2025, at the Chandelier Catering Hall in Bayonne, New Jersey, UWA Team Wright hosted a grand banquet honoring Grandmaster Austin Wright for his 40th year of dedication and achievement in the martial arts. The celebration brought together city officials, community leaders, and martial arts practitioners from across Hudson County. Grandmaster Wright received numerous commendations from local organizations, including the Bayonne Branch VFW Post 226, presented by Commander Glenn Flora Sr., Councilman Juan Perez, Loyad Booker, and Waterfront Montessori from Jersey City, represented by Karen Westman. Official proclamations were read by Councilman Perez and Mr. Booker on behalf of Mayor Jimmy Davis, recognizing Grandmaster Wright for his four decades of contributions to the development, discipline, and giving back to the community of youth, teens, and adults. Mayor Davis proclaimed that September 26, 2025, is now to be observed as “Martial Arts Honorees’ Day.” We had the honor of receiving a tournament scholarship from Mr. Robert “Bob” Knapp, who is the director of the Hudson County Welfare Department as well.

    During the ceremony, Grandmaster Wright presented honorary black belts to Councilman Juan Perez and Loyad Booker for their 25-plus years of service in law enforcement and public service to Hudson County. Special awards were also given to Head Grandmaster Dennis Wright for his 70 years of worldwide martial arts dedication, as well as to Master Eulices Mateo and Sensei Joseph Bizarrouque for their outstanding achievements and leadership. The evening further highlighted U.S. National Martial Arts Team member champions under the direction of Grandmaster Wright Sr., who serves as the U.S. National and New Jersey State Martial Arts Director.

    Administrative Assistant; Benazir Sheikh served as Master of Ceremonies, introducing each distinguished guest and guiding the evening’s program. Councilman Perez and Mr. Booker delivered eloquent remarks praising Grandmaster Austin Wright’s lifelong commitment to excellence and community service. Sensei Priscilla Wright gave a heartfelt introduction for her father under the theme of “Legacy,” reflecting on his spiritual faith, resilience, and his warrior indomitable spirit in building a martial arts institution from the ground up. The event concluded with awards for Team Member Champions, student Rising Stars, and new black belt recipients—an inspiring celebration of honor for a man whose four decades of leadership have shaped generations of martial artists and community members alike.

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    Faith on Two Wheels: Holy Cross Cemetery Blesses New Harley Davidson Motorcycles for North Arlington PD

    By Maxim Almenas, Director of Marketing & Communications, Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark
    Email: Maxim.Almenas@rcan.org

    Following a special blessing by Father Michael Barone, members of the North Arlington Police Department joined Mayor Daniel H. Pronti, Borough Council representatives, and staff from Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark outside the new Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum in North Arlington, N.J., to celebrate the donation of two motorcycles to the department.

    Members of the North Arlington Police Department, Mayor Daniel H. Pronti, Borough Council officials, and staff from Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark gather with Father Michael Barone after the blessing of two Harley-Davidson motorcycles outside the Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum in North Arlington, N.J. The ceremony celebrated faith, service, and community partnership.

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    The rear fender of one of two Harley-Davidson police motorcycles donated by Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark displays the department’s unit number and a stained-glass decal inspired by the mosaics of the new Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum in North Arlington, N.J.

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    Lieutenant Anthony Scala and Patrolman Matthew Konieczny of the North Arlington Police Department skillfully maneuver their newly blessed Harley-Davidson motorcycles outside Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum’s Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit. The officers comprise the department’s elite Motor Unit, known for their precision and professionalism.

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    A close-up view of one of the Harley-Davidson police motorcycles donated and blessed at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum in North Arlington, N.J. Known nationwide for their strength, reliability, and iconic design, Harley-Davidson motorcycles have long been trusted by law-enforcement agencies across the country.

    NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — Beneath the soaring arches of the new Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum, Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark blessed and donated two new Harley-Davidson motorcycles to the North Arlington Police Department.

    The ceremony celebrated both faith and service in motion. Officers from the department’s Motor Unit rode into the courtyard with practiced ease—the deep hum of their motorcycles carrying across the sacred grounds. Known nationwide for their strength, stability, and craftsmanship, Harley-Davidson police motorcycles are trusted by departments across the country for their reliability and presence.

    The blessing, led by Father Michael Barone, chaplain of Holy Cross Cemetery, was a gesture of gratitude for the officers who ensure safe and dignified processions into one of the nation’s most renowned and award-winning Catholic cemeteries.

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    Hudson County Community College Rings in 50 Years with Jubilant Anniversary Celebration

    Hundreds of attendees, including HCCC students, alumni, faculty, and staff, along with community members, celebrities, and local luminaries came together for a rousing celebration of HCCC’s 50th anniversary. Pictured here: DJ Prince Hakim, HCCC President Dr. Christopher Reber, and HCCC Vice President for Advancement & Communications and Executive Director of the HCCC Foundation Nicole Johnson.  

    The unforgettable event featured celebrities, local leaders and luminaries, students, alumni, faculty, staff, trustees, and members of the community.

    – The champagne was popping as Hudson County Community College (HCCC) kicked off its yearlong 50th anniversary celebration, Fifty and Forward in style on September 9th. The College marked the major milestone with a memorable day of events that brought together students, alumni, faculty, staff, trustees, and community partners in a spirited reflection on the past and an inspired look toward the future. The kickoff was a major success, drawing in hundreds of attendees and honoring five decades of transformation, access, and excellence.

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