Bayonne to Hold Candlelight Vigil for Ukraine on Thursday, March 3
Mayor Jimmy Davis announced that the City of Bayonne will hold a candlelight vigil for Ukraine on Thursday, March 3, at 6:00 p.m., in front of City Hall.
Mayor Davis said, “This event will give the people of Bayonne the opportunity to show their support for the people of Ukraine. We are proud to stand with Ukraine as it fights for freedom and democracy. We welcome our residents to join with us at this special event.â€
Mayor James Davis and Chief of Police Robert Geisler, in conjunction with Pam O’Donnell of the Catch You Later Foundation, announce the next phase of the City of Bayonne Traffic Enforcement Initiative.
The effects Omicron are now fully in our rearview mirror and the time to Spring Forward on our clocks (Sunday 13 March) is straight ahead. As the weather warms, the Bayonne Police Department, led by the Traffic Enforcement Unit, is stepping up our enforcement campaign. While we continue to actively enforce aggressive and distracted driving, those quality-of-life issues such as double parking, bus stop violations, crosswalk violations, and all illegal parking will be receiving greater attention.
On Thursday, February 24th 2022 at the William Shemin Midtown School, Bayonne the District Geography Bee was held. Participants from eleven schools were on hand to answer questions on a range of Geographic topics.
The participants were asked ten rounds of questions on a variety of Geographic subjects with each participant being asked two questions, As long as they answered one question right they moved on to the next round.
8th grade student William Blanchard IV from Bayonne’s Washington School became the first place winner after answering all questions.
2nd place winner was Vince Von Paul and 3rd place winner was Bryant Isaac both from Woodrow Wilson School in Bayonne
City Council Votes Tonight on Nearly Doubling the Size of Much-needed Park Space in Ward F
Mayor Steven M. Fulop joins City Council members, the Jersey City Parks Coalition, and community members to announce the expansion of the new community-driven Fairmount Square Park with the acquisition of an unsightly car storage lot to increase the size of the new neighborhood park in Bergen-Lafayette by 40%.
Following the success of the City’s 2019 pilot program to replace the underutilized space with a functional park, which has remained in place since, the City conducted a traffic assessment and held numerous community meetings to incorporate residents’ input into the new vision for a safe outdoor recreational area to benefit the neighborhood. With the acquisition of the additional property currently used to store cars for an auto body shop, the City will expand the park by an additional 3,200 square feet.
“We are creating this brand new park at the residents’ request, and today, we’re taking it a step further by transforming an adjacent scrap yard into green public space to foster community and promote physical and mental activity outdoors,†said Mayor Fulop.  “After hosting numerous community meetings and surveys, this transformational park is the latest example of how we continue to look for ways to help neighborhoods in all six wards meet their fullest potential by listening to the residents’ needs and turning their input into actionable steps to improve the community and quality of life overall.â€
In a memo to City of Bayonne department directors that was issued on February 14, Mayor Jimmy Davis announced that “City employees are no longer required to wear protective masks within municipal buildings or within City vehicles,†subject to various conditions and certain exceptions.
The new City policy states “it is highly recommended that our employees wear masks when interacting with members of the general public and it is also highly recommended that social distancing practices continue to be observed.†The policy also says, “Employees who have tested positive, have been directly exposed and/or who have traveled outside the state are subject to mask and other requirements†established in the new advisory.
Some mask requirements are still in effect at certain municipal offices. The new policy states, “All visitors to the City Hall Health Clinic and the Office On Aging are still required to wear a protective mask when entering those offices.†City employees are no longer required to do daily temperature checks or to sign certifications about their health at the beginning of each work shift.
Visitors entering City Hall are no longer required to wear masks to enter the building.
Isolation periods are still required for City employees who test positive for the Coronavirus. City employees who travel domestically or internationally must advise the City Nurse of their status prior to their return to work, so that any required quarantine, isolation, or testing protocols can be confirmed or ruled out.
The HCCC Student Poet Laureate program, and its inaugural Student Poet Laureate, are featured in the College’s ‘Out of the Box’ podcast.
February 24, 2022, Jersey City, NJ – Merriam-Webster defines “poet laureate†as a poet honored for outstanding creative achievement. The laureate title dates to ancient Greek and Roman times when the accomplishments of poets, athletes, and heroes were honored with a crown of greenery from the laurel tree, which was associated with Apollo and considered sacred.
The tradition of poet laureate has continued over the centuries as countries, states, municipalities, arts organizations, and even universities confer the title on those who produce superior works. For example, Joy Harjo is the present United States Poet Laureate and the first Native American to hold that title. Amanda Gorman, who famously read her moving poem at the inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris, is our nation’s very first Youth Poet Laureate. The position of Jersey City Poet Laureate was initiated by the Municipal Council in 2018 with Rashad Wright named the City’s inaugural Poet Laureate.
Fulop Administration Furthers Commitment to Burgeoning Arts Community
Mayor Steven M. Fulop joins City Council members andthe Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund Committee to announce the opening of applications for the first allocation of critical funding generated by the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund. As the first municipality in New Jersey to establish an Arts and Culture Trust Fund, the distribution of $850,000 in grants – including $100,000 in Artist Fellowships distributed by the Jersey City Arts Council – provides meaningful support to help local artists and arts organizations throughout Jersey City grow and thrive.
Provides Family Fun and COVID-19 Vaccines for Children and Teens
Hudson County Community College “Kids Fair†is a fun-filled event that will include characters, entertainment, snacks, and most importantly, free COVID-19 vaccines for children and teens.
Parents and guardians are asked to register in advance at https://hccc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_57s16blY3KfEuFg.
Hudson County Community College in partnership with North Hudson Community Action Corporation.
Saturday, February 26, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
HCCC Student Center, 81 Sip Avenue, Jersey City, NJ – right across the street from the Journal Square PATH Transportation Center.
About Hudson County Community College
Hudson County Community College serves more than 18,000 credit and non-credit students annually. The College offers nearly 80 degree and certificate programs, including award-winning English as a Second Language, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), Culinary Arts/Hospitality Management, Nursing and Health Sciences, and Fine and Performing Arts. The HCCC Culinary/Hospitality Management program was ranked number six in the U.S. by Best Choice Schools. Over 94% of HCCC Nursing program graduates passed the NCLEX the first time out, placing the program’s graduates in the top tier of two- and four-year nursing programs nationwide. In 2017, the Equality of Opportunity Project ranked HCCC in the top 5% of 2,200 U.S. higher education institutions for social and economic mobility.
HCCC has partnerships with every major four-year college and university in the greater New Jersey-New York area and beyond, accommodating seamless transfer of credits for further undergraduate and graduate education.
Restaurant Week returns February 28-March 11. And here is the list of participating restaurants for this winter. You can check restaurant details for days of participation and hours. And we recommend making a reservation with the restaurant.
| Restaurant | City | Lunch | Dinner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia’s Bistro | Jersey City | $20 M T W Th F | $35 M T W Th F |
| Bayonne Patio Bar & Grille | Bayonne | N/A | $46 T W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) |
| Belobar | Hoboken | N/A | $34 M T W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) |
| Bistro La Source | Jersey City | $20 M T W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) | $40 M T W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) |
| La Branche Bistro | Bayonne | $20 T W Th F | $40 T W Th F |
| Brass Rail | Hoboken | N/A | $45 M T W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) |
| Buon Appetito | Bayonne | $20 W Th F Sa(3/5) | $38 W Th F Sa(3/5) |
| Casa Lupita | Bayonne | $12 M T W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) | M T W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) |
| Court Street | Hoboken | N/A | $40 M T W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) |
| The DaVinci Room | Bayonne | N/A | $30 T W Th F Sa(3/5) |
| Elysian Cafe | Hoboken | $28 M T W Th F | $45 M T W Th F |
| Fat Taco Tequila Bar | Hoboken | N/A | $25 W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) |
| Fire & Oak | Jersey City | N/A | $49 M T W Th |
| Halifax | Hoboken | $25 M T W Th F | $38 M T W Th |
| HAVEN Riverfront Restaurant | Edgewater | N/A | $54 M T W Th F Su(3/6) |
| Leo’s Grandevous | Hoboken | N/A | $40 M T W Th F |
| Liberty House | Jersey City | $38 Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) | $38 Th F |
| The Madison | Hoboken | $20 M T W Th F | $40 M T W Th |
| Marcus at NoHu Rooftop | Weehawken | N/A | $55 M T W Th |
| Satis Bistro | Jersey City | N/A | $ M T W Th |
| South House | Jersey City | N/A | $40 M T W Th |
| Stewed Cow | Hoboken | N/A | $38 M T W Th |
| Sushi Lounge | Hoboken | N/A | $40 M T W Th F Sa(3/5) Su(3/6) |
| Union Hall | Hoboken | N/A | $40 M T W Th F Su(3/6) |
| Wicked Wolf Tavern | Hoboken | $20 M T W Th F | $30 M T W Th F |
| The Yacht Club | Edgewater | $25 W Th F | $38 W Th F |
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JCTC presents an online staged reading from South African playwright Warren Neb
Jersey City Theater Center (JCTC) announces a live-streamed staged reading of “Lockdown” from South African playwright Warren Nebe on Saturday, February 12, at 12:00 p.m. E.T. The play, directed by Jacquelyn de Villiers, continues JCTC’s Voices International Theatre Festival. “Lockdown” explores the impact of violence on children, their innate relationship to the natural world’s healing powers, and how children’s voices matter. Using layers of South African theatricality and cyclical storytelling, Nebe weaves powerful messages of loss and grief, prejudice and violence, and fear and love.  “Voices International Theatre Festival connects local and global audiences through shared human experiences. Warren’s play is an incredible example of healing through the power of our imagination, stories, and theatre. Navigating trauma and finding faith are universal concepts that resonate with audiences and artists – now more than ever.” The origins of “Lockdown” emerged in the Unga Klara and Drama for Life Writing for Children’s Theatre Workshop that included mentorship for writers. In addition, prominent Swedish playwright, screenwriter, and theater dramaturg Erik Uddenberg mentored Nebe. The Embassy of Sweden (South Africa) and Arts Research Africa, University of the Witwatersrand supported the project. Cast and Crew Playwright: Warren Nebe Director: Jacquelyn de Villiers Stage Direction: Gys de Villiers Cast: Margie Pankhurst as Auntie Maddie (South Africa), Leila Henriques as Mom (South Africa), Tefo Omhile Paya as Taio (Botswana), and Zane Gillion as Anbu (USA). Following “Lockdown,” JCTC will present Deborah Vieyra’s play “The Bluebottles” on Saturday, March 12, and Palesa Mazamisa’s “Lazy Boy” on Saturday, May 14. Both live-streamed performances begin at 12:00 p.m. E.T. Tickets ($10) are available for purchase at www.jctcenter.org. Accessibility accommodations for all events include closed captioning. In addition, a transcript can be made available in accessible large print or Braille, and sign language interpretation is also available upon request. About Jersey City Theater Center Founded in 2006, Jersey City Theater Center is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) arts organization committed to inspiring conversations about important issues of our times through the arts.
