MARIST HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT’S VIDEO PRODUCTION FEATURED ON MSG VARSITY’S HIGH SCHOOL LIFE

 

Season Two of Bi-Weekly Show airs Tri-State Area Students Video Productions

 

Marist video photoBETHPAGE, N.Y., December 18, 2012 – MSG Varsity’s High School Life, a student-produced monthly show, that presents student created videos and features ranging from academics to art to events, will feature a video production by Marist High School senior Tyler Rana titled Senior Fall Trip to Washington D.C. The Marist segment is one of ten that will appear in the upcoming episode of High School Life, which will air on Saturday, December 22, at 12:00 p.m. on MSG Varsity, Optimum TV channel 14.

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HOBOKEN CHOIR BRINGS THE GIFT OF Cantigas’ Winter Concert

Features Music from Around Globe on Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

 

Hoboken Choir gives concert December 15, 2012 in Hoboken
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Hoboken’s all-women community chorus, Cantigas Women’s Choir, presents its 11th annual winter concert entitled A GIFT FOR THE SEASON: Songs from Near and Far on Saturday, December 15 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Matthew Trinity Church at 57 Eighth Street (at Hudson Street) in Hoboken, N.J. The suggestion donation for the concert is $15 ($5 for seniors and students).

“Our theme ‘A Gift for the Season’ was chosen well before Hurricane Sandy devastated our community,” says Joan Litman, Cantigas founder and director. “In light of all of the damage and loss Hoboken suffered, more than ever, music is truly a gift — and unites us by bringing hope and healing.” Continue reading HOBOKEN CHOIR BRINGS THE GIFT OF Cantigas’ Winter Concert

SECAUCUS STUDENT MODELS IN FASHION SHOW RUN BY BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS AT NEIMAN MARCUS LAST CALL STUDIO IN PARAMUS

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Z.Rizzo of Secaucus models a dress at Fashion Show

When students from the Fashion Marketing and Management degree program at Berkeley College were invited to run a fashion show at Neiman Marcus Last Call Studio in the Bergen Town Center in Paramus, they jumped into action. The result was a show titled “Rocking Around in Holiday Trends” that brought festive cheer and the latest styles to holiday shoppers. Students from a number of different disciplines volunteered as models for the show.

“The Berkeley College students’ enthusiasm and commitment made this fashion show possible and resulted in a fun, upbeat and creative event being held at our store,” said Iwona Niemiec, Store Manager, Nieman Marcus Last Call Studio.

Ms. Niemiec is looking forward to working with the students again and hopes that they will host another fashion show in the spring.  Continue reading SECAUCUS STUDENT MODELS IN FASHION SHOW RUN BY BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS AT NEIMAN MARCUS LAST CALL STUDIO IN PARAMUS

The City of Jersey City holds Second Annual “Soxcess” (Sock) Drive Collecting socks for those in need

JERSEY CITY – Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy will be holding a press conference at 9:30am, tomorrow, Thursday, December 12, 2012 announcing the Second Annual “Soxcess,” a sock drive that was conceived by Hudson County Prep student Jeremy Garriga. 

“We are honored to facilitate bins for the Second Annual Sock drive,” said Mayor Healy. “Jeremy Garriga is another example that the youth are taking an active role in making changes throughout city and making a difference in many people’s lives.”  Continue reading The City of Jersey City holds Second Annual “Soxcess” (Sock) Drive Collecting socks for those in need

Jersey City Mayor Healy & Police Chief Comey to Announce Two Crime Fighting Initiatives

JERSEY CITY – Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy and Police Chief Tom Comey will announce two crime fighting initiatives, including added foot patrols, during an 11 a.m. press conference tomorrow, Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012, at the HUB, 360 Martin Luther King Drive.

The foot patrols, which are being made possible with the additional 22 officers who are set to be sworn in Friday, will be added in areas throughout the city where needed, the Police Department. In addition, the Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security will unveil a new piece of equipment that will add to crime deterrence capabilities.  Continue reading Jersey City Mayor Healy & Police Chief Comey to Announce Two Crime Fighting Initiatives

Furniture Company Helps Bayonne Families in Need

            Ashley Furniture Truck in BayonneAshley Furniture HomeStores of Central New Jersey has delivered beds to three Bayonne families in need this autumn, and plans to make additional deliveries in December.  The donations are part of the HomeStore’s A Hope 2 Dream project, which the company coordinated locally with the Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation (BEOF).  Ashley Furniture Homestore, which has locations in North Brunswick, Linden, Eatontown, Freehold, and Woodbridge, approached BEOF Executive Director Ana Quintela about helping people in Bayonne.  Quintela helped identify BEOF clients who needed assistance obtaining beds for their families.

            Mayor Mark A. Smith said, “I would like to thank Ashley Furniture HomeStores of Central New Jersey for its generosity to children here in Bayonne.  I would also like to thank the BEOF for working closely with Ashley to make A Hope 2 Dream a reality for local families. This kind of program can make a big difference in the lives of children.”  Quintela said, “During the past year, the BEOF has looked for new ways to help people in need.  The HomeStore’s A Hope 2 Dream is a great new example of generosity in this area.   The BEOF is very grateful that Ashley has joined the growing list of businesses partnering with the BEOF to improve the quality of life for Bayonne residents.”

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Union City’s St. Augustine’s School Unveils New Science Labs

St. Augustine’s School in Union City will unveil their renovated science labs, which feature new equipment and display students’ works on December 6th.

 

New Science center at St. Augenstine's in Union City Union City, NJ, 6 December 2012 – St. Augustine’s School in Union City will be unveiling their renovated science labs on Thursday, December 6th.   To celebrate the occasion, the school will open its doors to friends from 8:30 am to 5 pm and from 6:30 until 9. Guests will be able to view the students’ work since September as well as the new facility and equipment.

 The road to renovation began in May when St. Augustine received the Raskoband Sisters of Charity Grants.  Mrs. San Diego and Mrs. Damiano, 4-6 Grade and 7-8 Grade science teachers respectively, along with Sr. Johanna Quinto, Development Director, spent the summer putting together the supplies for the labs. Among the acquired supplies are digital microscopes, slides, magnets, K’Nex kits, radiometers, solar hot airballoons, prisms and several learning kits.

 St. Augustine’s School encourages students in their pursuit of scientific knowledgeSt.Augustine's Union City and believes the updated lab and equipment will help further students in their progress.  For more information on St. Augustine School, call 201.865.5319 or visit www.staugustinesunioncity.com

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“12-12-12” CONCERT FOR SANDY RELIEF TO BE SIMULCAST LIVE IN SELECT MOVIE THEATRES, FREE OF CHARGE, THROUGHOUT THE TRI-STATE AREA

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 Frank’s Theater in Bayonne to Take Part in Simulcast Your Neighborhood Escape -Clearview Cinema's

Select Clearview Cinemas, Frank Theatres, Marquee Cinemas, National Amusements and Rave Cinemas in New Jersey to Showcase this Fundraising Concert at Madison Square Garden to Benefit the Robin Hood Relief Fund to Aid Victims of Hurricane Sandy

Florham Park, New Jersey, December 5, 2012 –In an effort to share the extraordinary “12-12-12” concert for Sandy Relief with many of those most impacted by this storm, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, The Madison Square Garden Company and The Weinstein Company today announced that this unprecedented event will be simulcast live in select movie theaters in hurricane-affected areas throughout the tri-state region, including in eight Clearview Cinemas, two Frank Theatres, a Marquee Cinema, a National Amusements Multiplex and a Rave Cinemas Multiplex in New Jersey. This presentation will be FREE of charge to all attendees and complimentary refreshments will be provided.

Select Clearview Cinemas in Closter, Kinnelon, Ocean, Parsippany, Ridgewood, South Orange, Succasunna and Wayne; the Frank Theatres in Bayonne and Egg Harbor Township; a Marquee Cinema in Toms River; a National Amusements Multiplex in Edgewater; and a Rave Cinemas Multiplex in Hazlet will participate. Free tickets are available now at the participating theater box offices, and will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Event producers James Dolan, John Sykes and Harvey Weinstein issued the following joint statement: “The live simulcast of this historic benefit concert in movie theatres will provide a welcome opportunity for those people still recovering from the devastation to have an enjoyable and much-needed night out. Seeing this incredible all-star lineup on the big screen and hearing it in surround sound will certainly make for a memorable evening.” Continue reading “12-12-12” CONCERT FOR SANDY RELIEF TO BE SIMULCAST LIVE IN SELECT MOVIE THEATRES, FREE OF CHARGE, THROUGHOUT THE TRI-STATE AREA

Marist High School Students Go to the Hispanic Flamenco Ballet!

Marist Flamenco Dancers On November 15th Marist High School’s Spanish teacher, Ms. Gonzalez took students to the Hispanic Flamenco Ballet held at the Park Performing Arts Center in Union City. This is the sixth year that Marist students have traveled to see the show. Marist High School Student Matthew Cabrera said : “I had such a good time last year, I went again this year.”  The show demonstrated different dances from different parts of the world. The show included dances from Argentina, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. Native instruments and clothing also provided an extra treat for the audience. The show was very interactive calling for audience participation between dance performances. It is important to the Marist High School Administration that the students experience other cultures, so that they become well- rounded citizens.

The Bayonne Chamber of Commerce is seeking sponsors for Chamber to Charity Event at Winners

The Bayonne Chamber of Commerce is seeking sponsors for our December 12th event at Winners, 400 Route 440, Bayonne.    The event is a “Chamber to Charity” function where all of the proceeds will be donated to the local food pantries in Bayonne. This is a truly worthwhile cause and, while a sponsor will enjoy knowing that their donation will go towards feeding  Bayonne’s hungry,  you will also have an excellent opportunity to showcase your business.

 The following levels of Sponsorship are available and are totally tax deductible: Continue reading The Bayonne Chamber of Commerce is seeking sponsors for Chamber to Charity Event at Winners

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