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Hoboken International Film Festival May 29- June 4th

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Hoboken International Film Festival

Kenneth Del Vecchio Chairperson

Mayor Dave Roberts and the City of Hoboken

Presents

THE NATION’S HOTTEST…TRUE…FILM FESTIVAL
May 29, 2009 – June 4, 2009

cloris-leachmanCloris Leachman, (Academy Award, 4-Time Golden Globe, 19-Time Emmy Winner & Nominee) will be the 2009 HIFF Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

Emcee- Comedian Mike Marino
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Award Presenter -                                                                                                            Donna Bostany

For video of  past FilmFestivals Hoboken International Film Festival

MISSION & OBJECTIVE

Hoboken International Film Festival (“HIFF”) is dedicated to showcasing and promoting fine non-studio films, TV pilots, and screenplays from filmmakers throughout the United States and internationally. The best submissions will be rewarded with cash prizes in nearly ten categories. As will be discussed in the next section, HIFF has quickly become one of the top ten best film festivals in the world.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

With a celebrity jury comprised of Academy Award and Emmy winners, and powerhouse partners this past year that include CBS, Anheuser-Busch and Stella Artois, TD Banknorth, 101.9 RXP, The DoubleTree Hotel, The Jersey Journal, The Melting Pot, Glaceau SmartWater, and hosted by Mayor David Roberts and the City of Hoboken, HIFF is a worldwide renowned film festival. Showcasing the edgiest domestic and international movies and their filmmakers, HIFF will kick off on May 29, 2009 with its opening night films–that will be viewed by nearly 1,000 fans and industry personnel at Pier A Park, located directly on the Hudson River and overlooking the majestic New York City skyline. Continue reading Hoboken International Film Festival May 29- June 4th →

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TUG PEGASUS PRESERVATION PROJECT & WATERFRONT MUSEUM present The “Tug & Barge” Quadricentennial Tour

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COMING TO HOBOKEN May 26 – June 4, 2009Docked between Hoboken’s Pier A Park & NJ TRANSIT’S historic Erie Lackawanna Rail & Ferry Terminal

(Easily accessible by PATH, NJ TRANSIT’S trains & buses, Hudson-Bergen Light Rail, and NY Waterway Ferries)

 We’re BARGING INTO HOBOKEN! Come aboard two antique vessels docking in Hoboken Tuesday May 26 through June 4. The visit will feature tugboat rides; barge tours; authentic Showboat performances including a staged reading of Budd Schulberg’s “On the Waterfront”; and other free and low-cost programs. Team up with a woman tug captain and juggling showboat captain who used to entertain on cruise ships as they retrace Henry Hudson’s voyage and update his vision. Continue reading TUG PEGASUS PRESERVATION PROJECT & WATERFRONT MUSEUM present The “Tug & Barge” Quadricentennial Tour →

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Barbara Eden- UPDATE on” Who Wants To Be A Millionaire”

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 barbaraeden2Barbara Eden from Jersey City; the Realtor, not the Actress appeared on “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire’s “ special Edition of “Famous Names Week”

This is a follow- up on how she did on the show

Barbara Eden, walked away with $25,000 in winnings after incorrectly guessing the answer to the $50,000 question on Wednesday’s episode of “Famous Names Week” on “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire.” She started in the hot seat on Tuesday’s show, where she made it up to the $25,000 question. She continued as a holdover contestant on Wednesday’s show, where she started by looking at the $50,000 question with no lifelines left.

Barbara’s $50,000 question was: Category, ‘What a Bargain!’ – “Which of these U.S. states was not formed at least in part from land bought during the Louisiana Purchase? A: Minnesota , B: Arkansas , C: Colorado , D: Illinois.” Barbara guessed the answer to be “C,” but unfortunately, the correct answer was “D.” Barbara walked away with $25,000 in winnings.

* PROGRAMMING NOTE …… Samantha Harris, co-host of ABC’s Dancing With The Stars and correspondent on The Insider… Continue reading Barbara Eden- UPDATE on” Who Wants To Be A Millionaire” →

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Wicked Plants;The Weed That Killed Lincoln’s Mother and Other Botanical Atrocities

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River View Observer’s “Site Seeing”  wicked-plantsInteresting Posts From Other Sites

Amy Stewart’s new book, Wicked Plants: The Weed That Killed Lincoln’s Mother and Other Botanical Atrocities

A tree that sheds poison daggers; a glistening red seed that stops the heart; a shrub that causes paralysis; a vine that strangles; and a leaf that triggered a war. In Wicked Plants, Stewart takes on over two hundred of Mother Nature’s most appalling creations. It’s an A to Z of plants that kill, maim, intoxicate, and otherwise offend. You’ll learn which plants to avoid (like exploding shrubs), which plants make themselves exceedingly unwelcome (like the vine that ate the South), and which ones have been killing for centuries (like the weed that killed Abraham Lincoln’s mother).

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“Who Wants To Be A Millionaire”-“Famous Names Week” Barbara Eden

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Barbara Eden…

The Actress …No! the Realtor

Barbara Eden, a real estate agent from Jersey City, NJ will be a contestant on a special edition of “Famous Names Week” on “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire” on Tuesday, May 5 and Wednesday, May 6, 2009. Hosted by Meredith Vieira, “Millionaire” can be seen locally in the NYC area on WABC (ABC), weekdays at 12:30PM.

For the first time ever, “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire” will showcase ordinary people who share their name with a famous person as they try to cash in on their newly found fame in the “Millionaire” hot seat. Other contestants appearing on “Famous Names Week” will include:

* James Bond (College Judicial Administrator from Silver Spring, MD)

* Bill Murray (Real Estate Agent from Las Vegas, NV)

* Jesse James (Soldier in the U.S. Army from Harlem, GA)

* Janet Jackson (Retail Sales from Waterford, MI)

* Seth Green (Non-Profit Consultant from New Haven, CT)

* Bill Gates (Pizzeria Owner from Philadelphia, PA) Continue reading “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire”-“Famous Names Week” Barbara Eden →

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Single, Mingle and Bark Night, Liberty Science Center, and Liberty Humane Society

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singles20jpeg1River View Observer’s May Best Bet for Singles

Date: 1 May 2009 06:30 to 09:00
Liberty Humane Society is thrilled to announce that they will be hosting their first singles event – “Single, Mingle, Bark!” It will be held on Friday, May 1 from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m at the Liberty Science Center! All singles and dogs welcome!

Cost for pre-registration will be $25 and $30 at the door. There will be wine tasting and light fare (nibbles), music and a silent auction. All proceeds from the event and the silent auction will benefit LHS and the Liberty Science Center.

This will be a great way to meet other single, dog lovers – though you don’t need to be single. Dress code is casual and will be held rain or shine. For more information please contact Janet at Janet@libertyhumane.org. To register online, click on “Donate” and in the memo field please be sure to mention that you are registering for the Single, Mingle, Bark event!

Register online at http://libertyhumane.org.
For additional information, call 201.547.4147 or e-mail
janet@libertyhumane.org.
Rain Date: June 4th.
Liberty Humane

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Hudson County Theater Alliance- Theater For All

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HUDSONALL.ORG

c/o Debaun Center for the Performing Arts, Steven Institute of Technology Castle Point on Hudson, Hoboken,   New Jersey 07030

Since 2005, a number of theater companies in Hudson County, New Jersey casually discussed forming a group of all the theaters in the area. In January 2007, six companies took the next step – they met and formally discussed the benefits of such a theater alliance, not only to the member theaters but also the arts community in Hudson County on a whole. The conclusion was unanimous and the Hudson County Theatre Alliance (HCTA) was formed.

Members of the Hudson County Theater Alliance

Jersey City

   Art House Productions  
   The Attic Ensemble
   J CITY Theater
   Jersey City Theater Center 
   Parlour Productions
 Hoboken  gaia Studio
   Hudson Theatre Ensemble
   Kismet Theater Company
   Mile Square Theatre Company 
   The Theater Company at DeBaun 
 North Hudson   Park Players Productions

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Hudson County Urban Enterprise Zones -Weathering the Economy by Shopping Smart

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April Cover Story…By Tom Dwyer

uez_logo2It seems the economic meltdown is the only topic of conversation these days. With millions of people losing their homes and jobs, there is a feeling of powerlessness in the country. But being smart with the money you do have, can make all the difference. And that’s where the Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) comes in. It turns out that shopping locally in a Hudson County store or business that’s part of the UEZ Program may not just be the best way to save money, it might help create jobs, and improve the financial health of your neighborhood, says Jersey City mayor, Jerramiah Healy. “The financial support provided by UEZ to neighborhood-based economic redevelopment is crucial to the viability of our neighborhoods.” Continue reading Hudson County Urban Enterprise Zones -Weathering the Economy by Shopping Smart →

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“Made in Jersey City” Day Apirl 28th, First Annual Event Hosted by Jersey City and Jersey City Economic Development Corporation

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Event Will Showcase Products and Designs Made in Jersey City;
Special Opening Ceremony at 11:30 a.m.
Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy announced that the City of Jersey City and the Jersey City Economic Development Corporation, will present the First Annual “Made in Jersey City” Day on Tuesday, April 28, 2009. Ten Jersey City businesses will display their products and designs at an exhibition in the City Hall Rotunda and Council Chambers at 280 Grove Street from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mayor Healy, members of the Municipal Council and others will officially kick-off the event with a special ceremony
at 11:30 a.m. The event is sponsored by and in cooperation with the Jersey City Division of Cultural Affairs and the Jersey City Urban Enterprise Zone. Continue reading “Made in Jersey City” Day Apirl 28th, First Annual Event Hosted by Jersey City and Jersey City Economic Development Corporation →