Flag-raising honoring Indian Independence Day:  Members of Bayonne’s Indian-American community joined Mayor Sharon Ashe Nadrowski and City officials for a flag-raising ceremony in honor of the 79^th anniversary of India’s independence from the British Empire.  The ceremony included the Indian and U.S. national anthems.

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Hudson County municipalities and nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply  

Applications launch Monday, August 17, 2026, and close Friday, September 25, 2026 

Last week,  Hudson County Executive Craig Guy announced that the application period for both the 2027 Hudson County Local Arts Program (LAP) and the 2027 Hudson County History Partnership Program (HPP) begins Monday, August 17, 2026 and end on Friday, September 25, 2026. Eligible Hudson County municipalities and non-profit organizations are invited to apply, review the guidelines and attend webinars for an in-depth walkthrough of the application. 

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Hudson County Community College (HCCC) is the recipient of the Insight Into Academia 2026 Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award. This Spring, the HCCC Mental Health Counseling & Wellness Office partnered with the Active Minds Club to bring “Send Silence Packing®” to the College. The program encourages breaking the silence surrounding mental health and suicide.

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Mayor Sharon Nadrowski announced that Super Trans AM will perform in the Summer Sounds by the Bay concert on Wednesday, August 19 at 7:00 p.m.

Super Trans AM is a unique and innovative theme band, playing all of your favorite arena anthems and chart-topping radio hits of the 1970’s.  Super Trans AM combines unparalleled musicianship with artistic and inspired AV production.  You’ll enjoy revisiting classic singalongs from one of the most definable decades in American history. The band will perform masterworks from icons such as The Eagles, Hall & Oates, Queen, The Doobie Brothers, Paul McCartney & Wings, Peter Frampton, Foreigner, Kiss, Boston, and Journey, as well as “Yacht Rock” favorites such as “Still the One” by Orleans and Pilot’s “Magic.” The audience will fall in love with this epic decade of memorable music all over again.

The concert will take place at the amphitheater on the lower level of DiDomenico-16^th Street Park.  The concert site is located below the foot of West 16^th Street, between Avenue A and Newark Bay. The Recreation Division provides only a limited number of chairs.  It is recommended that you bring your own chairs. 

On music days during the summer concert season, in the event of inclement weather, please call 201-471-7590, or visit www.leaguelineup.com/bayonnerec, or view the City of Bayonne’s Facebook page to check on the status of that night’s performance.  For more information about the concerts, please contact Pete Amadeo at 201-858-6129, or email BAYONNEREC@AOL.COM.

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Saturday, August 8, 2026

Jersey City Weekly Bar Crawl
Time: 4:00 PM
Address: Boots & Bones, 116 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Type of Event: Social / Nightlife 

La Festa Italiana 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Address: Holy Rosary Church, 344 6th Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Bingo Loco (Ages 21+)
Time: 9:00 PM
Address: White Eagle Hall, 337 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Type of Event: Entertainment / Nightlife 

Twisted Charm Live
Time: 10:30 PM
Address: Boots & Bones, 116 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Type of Event: Live Music Concert 

4th Annual Summer Blockfest
Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Address: 770 Jackson Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Type of Event: Music Festival & Community Celebration 

Second Saturday Story Time & Crafts
Time: 11:00 AM
Address: Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Type of Event: Family / Educational 

2016 Throwback Night
Time: 10:00 PM
Address: Birch Hoboken, 92 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Type of Event: Nightlife / DJ Performance 

Home Free Global Crusade New York 2026
Time: 4:00 PM (Doors open at 2:00 PM)
Address: Meadowlands Exposition Center, 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Type of Event: Community Worship & Concert

Sunday, August 9, 2026

La Festa Italiana 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Address: Holy Rosary Church, 344 6th Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Type of Event: Cultural Festival Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs +1

Denissa R: Live in Concert
Time: 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Address: Surati for Performing Arts, 844 & 846 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Type of Event: Live R&B Concert 

Jersey City Summerfest: Strangers Stopping Strangers
Time: 5:30 PM
Address: North Cove Field, Liberty State Park, 1 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Type of Event: Free Outdoor Concert 

Prayer & Yoga: A Mindful Morning of Movement & Meditation
Time: 7:00 AM
Address: Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Type of Event: Health & Wellness 

Global Apostolic Visitation New York
Time: 10:30 AM
Address: Meadowlands Exposition Center, 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Type of Event: Religious Gathering Meadowlands Exposition Center

Monday, August 10, 2026

Annual Dominican Republic Restoration Day Flag Raising
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Address: Secaucus Town Hall / Designated Flag Site, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Type of Event: Cultural & Community Ceremony

Pajama Story Time at the Annex
Time: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Address: Secaucus Public Library Annex, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Type of Event: Children’s Program 

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Jersey City Summerfest: Adam Falcon Live
Time: 6:30 PM
Address: South Cove Lawn, Liberty State Park, 402 Morris Pesin Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Type of Event: Outdoor Soul & Blues Concert 

Movies for Adults: Summer Selection
Time: 12:00 PM
Address: Secaucus Public Library Main Branch, 1379 Paterson Plank Road, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Type of Event: Indoor Film Screening 

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Summer Sounds by the Bay Concert Series
Time: 7:00 PM
Address: G. Thomas DiDomenico 16th Street Park, Bayonne, NJ 07002
Type of Event: Free Outdoor Concert 

6th Annual Secaucus’ Got Talent Show
Time: 6:00 PM
Address: Buchmuller Park, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Type of Event: Community Talent Showcase Secaucus Public Library and Business Resource Center +1

Summer Time Crafternoon
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Address: Secaucus Public Library Main Branch, 1379 Paterson Plank Road, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Type of Event: Children’s Arts & Crafts 

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Make it Yourself -Garlic Bread Avocado Toast is a deliciously savory twist on the classic avocado toast, combining the rich flavors of garlic butter with creamy avocado. This recipe starts with toasted bread slathered in a garlic-butter spread, which is then topped with mashed avocado seasoned with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. The result is a mouthwatering combination of crunchy, buttery garlic bread and smooth, flavorful avocado, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a tasty snack.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices of bread
• 1 ripe avocado
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: red pepper flakes, fresh herbs

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Garlic Butter:
   • Mix the softened butter with minced garlic. Spread it evenly on the bread slices.
2. Toast the Bread:
   • Toast the garlic-buttered bread slices until golden and crispy.
3. Mash the Avocado:
   • In a bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
4. Assemble the Toast:
   • Spread the mashed avocado over the garlic bread. Add optional toppings if desired.

Enjoy this Garlic Bread Avocado Toast as a savory, flavorful treat that’s perfect for any time of the day!

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County Executive Guy launches first county-run consumer-choice food pantry in Hudson County, expanding access to nutritious food through a dignified, choice-based model 

Photo courtesy Hudson County Executive Craig Guy’s Office

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy and Bayonne Mayor Sharon Ashe Nadrowski with other dignitaries celebrated the groundbreaking of the Hudson County Community Market on Monday, July 27th, 2026

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 Hudson County Executive Craig Guy and Bayonne Mayor Sharon Ashe-Nadrowski today celebrated the groundbreaking of the Hudson County Community Market, a new consumer choice food pantry that will expand food access for residents while providing a more dignified and accessible way for individuals and families to receive nutritious food. 

Located at 685 Broadway in Bayonne, the two-story facility represents a $6.3 million investment in addressing food insecurity across Hudson County. The project is funded through $5 million in State American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding and $1.3 million in Hudson County ARP funding and is being constructed using union labor, supporting both local workers and critical community infrastructure. 

“This project is the result of what can happen when every level of government works together to address critical needs in our communities,” said Hudson County Executive Craig Guy. “I am grateful to former Governor Murphy, Senate President Nick Scutari, Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin and our partners in the State Legislature for their support in securing the funding that made this investment possible. The Hudson County Community Market will transform how residents access food assistance by providing a dignified, consumer-choice experience that empowers families while ensuring they have access to fresh, nutritious food. This is an investment not only in fighting hunger, but in strengthening the health and well-being of Hudson County for years to come.” 

“The simple act of running to the grocery store each week is something many of us can easily take for granted. It is about more than just buying food; it is about having the ability to make choices, maintain a routine, and provide for your family,” said Senate President Nick Scutari. “With the opening of the Hudson County Community Market, families facing food insecurity will have access to that same shopping experience and nutritious foods right in their own neighborhood. Paired with on-site social services, this new facility will serve as a holistic resource that helps keep food on the table while connecting residents with the support they need to build a more stable future.” 

“This new client-choice pantry represents such a meaningful investment in the people of Bayonne. I have long believed in the power of the choice model and what it does to the dignity of the people who are searching for a meal while facing some of life’s other great challenges,” said Assembly Speaker Craig J. Coughlin. “The decision to pair the pantry with a space for social services is one I can particularly appreciate and one that will bring new focus to matters our residents care about the most. We know that food insecurity isn’t just a question of access to food, it’s packaged along with a myriad of compounding challenges, so when we can meet people where they are and deliver them the help they need, when they need it, we’re all better off.” 

“This groundbreaking marks the beginning of an investment not only in a new facility, but in the people and families of Bayonne and Hudson County,” said Bayonne Mayor Sharon Nadrowski. “No one should have to face the uncertainty of where their next meal will come from, and this Community Market will help ensure that residents can access nutritious food with dignity, respect, and compassion. I want to thank County Executive Craig Guy, the Hudson County Department of Health and Human Services, the Hudson County Improvement Authority, and everyone whose leadership and partnership made this project possible. Together, we are creating a resource that will address immediate needs while connecting residents to additional services that strengthen families and improve lives for years to come.” 

The first floor of the facility will house the consumer-choice pantry and will feature commercial-grade refrigeration and freezer units, dry storage shelving, point-of-service stations for inventory management, a dedicated loading dock for efficient food deliveries and a welcoming waiting area designed to promote comfort, privacy and accessibility.  

The Hudson County Community Market will operate by appointment to create a more organized and personalized experience and will include evening and weekend hours to better accommodate working individuals and families. Daily operations will be managed in partnership with a nonprofit organization selected through a fair and open process to ensure high-quality, community-centered service. 

Plans for the building’s second floor are currently being finalized, with the space intended to serve as offices where residents can connect with County social services and other supportive resources. The Hudson County Community Market will be staffed primarily by volunteers, with one full-time and two part-time County staff members supporting operations. 

The project reflects Hudson County’s continued commitment to expanding food security initiatives and increasing access to essential services for residents throughout the county. 

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