Fundraiser for the advocacy of immigrants rights and protection in Bayonne on Saturday May 20th, 2017. The event is searchable as “Lines On a Map: A Benefit Show for First Friends of New Jersey and New York.” The nonprofit organization organizes events and services to immigrants and asylees undergoing detention status upon arrival to the United States and provides assistance to them once they are living in the states.
The event will take place at Lot 13 Long Bar and Restaurant in Bayonne and will begin at 7pm sharp with music by The PennilessLoafers, Murdock, Leeroy Green, Psilocybe, Galare, and Xenophile. There is an entry fee of $5 dollars, that is tax deductible, will be donated to the organization; we encourage donations higher than the entry fee. We promote non violence and safety for all who attend. This is the event page that is on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/events/1737333703244575?ref=bookmarks thank you for consideration.
Beginner Classes Now Forming for Spring and Summer
Recently, (7) Unique World Hall of Fames, Organization and The “Alliance†under Grand Master Dr. Jim Thomas President recognized Austin Wright’s Dojos as the Multi-Discipline International World Championships Academies because of their Proven Seminars and Competition results. It started with their Sensei and Father Hanshi Grand Master Dennis Austin Wright in the Mid 1950’s at the Bayonne M.O.T.B.Y. Base Learning Jujitsu, in the 60’s with Isshin-Ryu Karate and a Kick-Boxing in the 70’s A Combined Martial Arts theory that has been proven now for (3) Generations.
At Hanshi (Grand Master ) Austin Wright’s Karate Dojos of Combined Martial Arts MMA and Self-Defense students learn Traditional Martial Arts of Okinawan Isshin-Ryu Karate (8th Dan), Tactical Japanese Judo Jujitsu Combative Arts (9th Dan), American Kick-Boxing (PKF) and MMA Fitness for the Entire Family Ages 3 to Adult. We offer Senior Citizen Programs, Special Needs and Women’s Programs at 250 Broadway, corner of 10th Street, Bayonne, NJ and 1683 Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ.
All Programs have been Proven in the International World Martial Arts Arena in Self-Defense, Team Competition and Fitness Weight Loss Program!
Wright’s Philosophy has been about CHI (Character Humility Integrity) “If you change your Character you Change your Lifeâ€. We are offering Beginners Classes Now call 201-437-1820.
Picture: Left to Right (Back) Kenneth C. Jackson, World Champion, Soke Paul Cervizzi, Tournament and Hall of Fame Director, Hanshi Grand Master Austin Wright Sr., (Front) Chance Fisher, National Champion.
You don’t have to sit a home tonight May 15th if you live in the Bayonne area. Head over to the Bayonne Community Museum for tonight’s Musical Mondays at the Museum
Chuck Wepner and Linda Wepner with Stallone Impersonator at Bayonne’s premiere of CHUCK at Frank’s Theater on May 12th, 2017
By Joe Calamito
Photos by Steve Mack
I am certain that audiences all over the world are going to fall in love with the movie CHUCK starring Liev Schreiber as Chuck Wepner and Naomi Watts as Chuck’s wife Linda.
This movie is a tough, gritty, “other side of the tracks,” love story.
It combines boxing with romance, personal pain and triumph.
It’s also about, loss, human error, redemption and pride.
CHUCK lets you see Wepner with his goodness (Never knew he wrote poetry), and his human frailty, his run in with the law, his partying, his coming to grips with the man he should become.
Schreiber in his performance also makes you really like Chuck Wepner and what’s not to like, in real life Chuck Wepner is a likeable guy.
I first met him right after he fought Muhammad Ali in the mid- seventies and have run into him on many occasions through the years, he always offers a big smile and a hello to everyone he meets.
So that is why at the Premiere of CHUCK at Bayonne’s Frank Theater on Friday, May 12th family, friends and fans of Chuck Wepner joined together in his honor, and were proud of Bayonne’s favorite son.
Chest busting proud, wide smiles proud, back slapping proud.
Bayonne loves Chuck Wepner and perhaps after you watch the movie CHUCK you will too, and feel proud that Chuck Wepner got the shot to fight Muhammad Ali and the recognition he deserved for being the inspiration for the movie Rocky.
In reality, CHUCK the movie is letting the world know “Chuck Wepner is the real Rocky.” The Everyman who beats the odds.
And that is a cause we all can get behind.
Here are some photos by Steve Mack from May 12th Premiere event of the movie Chuck in Bayonne
Front Row Ray Greeves, Bruce Dillin, Chris Patella ,(Back Row )Bayonne Mayor Jimmy Davis far left with Linda Wepner, Stallone Impersonator, Champ Chuck Wepner, Assemblyman Nicholas A. Chiaravalloti at the Premiere of CHUCK at Frank’s Theater on May 12th, 2017 Chuck Wepner and his Wife Linda arrive for the premiere of CHUCK at Bayonne’s Frank Theater on May 12th, 2017Chuck Wepner with wife Linda addresses the audience at the premiere of CHUCK also in photo Chris PatellaFamily, friends and fans wait for the premiere of CHUCK to beginPirates greet Chuck Wepner with Bayone Mayor Jimmy Davis and Bruce Dillin at Otaiko Restaurant before the premiere of CHUCKAudience at Fank’s Theater Bayonne for premiere of CHUCK
To see more photos and read more about the movie Chuck go to:
Film Premieres in Bayonne at Frank Theatres, Friday, May 12
“Sometimes life is like a movie; sometimes its better,†– Chuck Wepner as portrayed by Liev Schreiber in the new film, CHUCK
By Sally Deering
Like the Rocky character Sylvester Stallone created based on Chuck Wepner’s 1976 loss in the ring to Muhammad Ali, Chuck Wepner’s match with Ali has been a huge part of his life. Five years ago, the documentary The Real Rocky aired on PBS and coming up on Fri, May 12, CHUCK starring Liev Schreiber premieres at the Frank Theatres at South Cove Commons in Bayonne. Directed by Philippe Falardeau, the film follows Wepner’s life before and after his March 24, 1975 fight with Muhammad Ali. MAD MEN star Elizabeth Moss, Naomi Watts, and Ron Perlman co-star; and according to IMDB, CHUCK’s writing credits go to Jeff Feuerzeig, Jerry Stahl, Michael Cristofer and Liev Schreiber.
MUSIC BROADWAY BAYONNE -FRIDAY May 12th , 2017 LIVE MUSIC ON BROADWAY RETURNS TO BAYONNE AREA VENUES, FEATURING TALENTED ENTERTAINERS AT NINE VENUES
Music Broadway Bayonne Friday, May 12th, 2017 is sponsored by Bayonne Mayor Jimmy Davis and the Bayonne Urban Enterprise Zone a program for the city of Bayonne that is a wonderful way to get out, go for dinner and listen to young talented musicians play while you dine.
Live Music on Broadway now in its 20th week pairs local musicians with some of Bayonne’s excellent dinner venues.
Going out to dine Friday night May 12th ? Visit one of these fine establishments and listen to some fantastic music.
Click on the restaurants and tavern names to find out more about these fine Bayonne establishments
Grand Master Dr. Jim Thomas, U.S.A. Hall of Fame President and International “Alliance†Director (Middle), and Team Wright, International World Champion, (3) Generation Strong.
Grandmaster Austin Wright Sr. (Far Right) proudly holds award at Cervizzi Martial Arts Hall of Fame
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Mayor Jimmy Davis announced that the New Jersey Turnpike Authority and its contractors have provided the City of Bayonne with updated information about construction in and around the Turnpike’s 14 A interchange.
In the toll plaza itself, renovation work is continuing on the toll plaza building.
Asphalt resurfacing of the north side of the toll plaza and of the ramps between the toll plaza the Hudson County Extension is tentatively scheduled for late June 2017.
The City of Hoboken is creating a housing waiting list for all future affordable rental units regulated by the City. Members of the public are invited to submit a preliminary application by visiting www.AffordableHomesNewJersey.com/Hoboken (Applicants without internet access may call 609-664-2769 X5). The deadline to submit applications for the random drawing to generate the affordable housing waiting list is May 8, 2017. Anyone who may be interested in current or future affordable housing units in Hoboken should apply by May 8th. Continue reading Hoboken Opens Waiting List For New Affordable Housing Units – Deadline to Apply is May 8→
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Fundraiser for the advocacy of immigrants rights and protection in Bayonne on Saturday May 20th, 2017. The event is searchable as “Lines On a Map: A Benefit Show for First Friends of New Jersey and New York.” The nonprofit organization organizes events and services to immigrants and asylees undergoing detention status upon arrival to the United States and provides assistance to them once they are living in the states.
