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Art House's JC Fridays is Back This Summer
By: A.A. Cristi May. 09, 2017
All events are free and open to the public. As one of the preeminent art scenes in the tri-state area, Jersey City is abound with artists of all types, musicians, and individuals with unique talent; JC Fridays is one of the best times for them to share their newest projects and works. Held quarterly, thousands of residents pour out to experience these artists' latest works and to revel in the joy art brings to the community.
Some highlights include (a complete list of events follows):
• ART- (art)(music) 4pm-6pm JCPS Jersey City ARTS HS presents "End of the Year Art Exhibition." This is the annual end of the year art exhibition presented at the Loew's Jersey Theatre featuring the talented art students from the JCPS Jersey City Arts HS. Each year it showcases a hundred artworks created by the young, talented and diverse high school students of Jersey City. The Loew's Jersey Theatre 54 Journal Square (JFK Boulevard/Pavonia), 201-798-6055. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
• EDUCATIONAL- 4pm-7pm TOWHEE CO. / JC FAB LAB presents "DIY Flying Cars & Drone Racing with Safety Third." "What ever happened to my flying car?" Impossible happens at Towhee Co. & JC Fab Lab. DIY Flying Car Design for JC Fab Kids (or their creatively limited parent) -- work on your dream flying autonomous vehicle. Plus, the amazing spectacle of Drone Racing, with Safety Third Racing. 195 New York Ave 4th Floor (Hutton/Franklin), 201-984-0141. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
• PERFORMANCE- 7pm-9pm SPERANZA THEATRE COMPANY presents "Stitches in Time." Join Speranza Theatre Company for a reading of a new play, STITCHES IN TIME, and stay for a talkback with the playwright, Caren Skibell. STITCHES IN TIME examines multiple generations of women struggling to assert themselves within the working world. The Culinary Conference Center at Hudson County Community College 161 Newkirk St (Sip/Van Reypen), 201-503-6194. Barrier-free.
• MUSIC- 5pm-2am FOX & CROW presents "Mike Neer: Live in the Parlour." A pub & parlor in Jersey City Heights. We open at 5pm. Mike Neer: Live in the Parlour 10- midnight Thelonious Monk, Bob Wills, Dick Dale, B.B. King, and Santo & Johnny walk into a bar.... No, wait--that's Mike Neer's 'Steelonious'. Thelonious Monk, our way." 594 Palisade Ave (Congress/South), 201-984-2775. Family-friendly.
• ART HOUSE - 9pm-11pm ART HOUSE PRODUCTIONS presents "G.O.A.T: Greatest of All Time." This variety-show style event happens four times a year on JC Fridays and will feature talent from our weekly open mics. Come by to see some of the finest comedians, musicians, spoken word artists, and poets. 20 Beacon Way (Montgomery/Clifton Pl) Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
JC FRIDAYS LISTINGS
June 2, 2017
Sponsors:
- Destination Jersey City
- The Jersey City Reporter
- Jersey City Magazine
- Mayor Steven M. Fulop, the Jersey City Municipal Council
& Cultural Affairs
- Jersey City Department of Housing, Economic Development, and Commerce
- Historic Downtown SID
- PATH
-JCEDC*
Made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, A Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts; administered by the Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourism Development, and by the County of Hudson, Thomas A. DeGise, Hudson County Executive, and the Hudson County Board of Chosen Freeholders.
* Supported in part by a grant from New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism
Supporters: Curious Kids, Village West Gallery
Friends: Crossroads Church, Fox and Crow, Iris Records, Novado Gallery
Business Specials:
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10% off all merchandise at Iris Records on June 2nd.
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10% off a Summer Session Curious Kids Class on June 2nd! (valid for new students only)
BERGEN-LAFAYETTE
(art)(performance)(music) 8pm-11pm ARCHETYPE GALLERY AT 660 STUDIOS presents "Topeng: A Celebration of Theatrical Masks." Jersey City Artist John Ruddy presents an installation of work inspired by the theatrical masks of Java and Bali. Set in the eclectic experimental Art space Archetype 660, come immerse yourself in one of Bergen-Lafayette's most avant-garde and vibrant artist community spaces. Reception at 8pm. 660 Grand St First Floor (Westervelt/Bishop), 120-132-0101. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
EXCHANGE PLACE
(art) 4pm-7pm NOVADO GALLERY presents "Art Exhibition and Trunk Show!" "Perceptions, Interactions & Transformations": featuring organic flowing paintings by Gabe Brown, constructed wood sculptures by Jim Osman and veil paintings by Marcy Rosenblat. "Michelle DaRin Trunk Show": Starting 4-7pm on JCFriday! DaRin work that has been featured in W, on NBC Today Show, and Daily Candy. 6/3 12-5pm, 6/4 12-3pm. Novado Gallery Modera Lofts 110 Morgan St (Washington/Warren), 201-744-6713. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 6pm-8pm THE OAKMAN presents "The Art Project." Art Project sales benefit underserved teenagers' arts courses at Bethune Center. Tour 14 floors of art: Bruce Halpin, Pat Lay, Deirdre Kennedy, Hijo Nam, Greg Letson, Greg Brickey, Elizabeth Onorato, Emily Berger, Russel Christian, Sara Wolfe, Pauline Chernichaw, David French, Joanie Gagnon San Chirco. 160 First St (Marin Blvd/Washington), 201-798-0928-. Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(art) 6pm-8pm THE ART HOUSE/SHUSTER MANAGEMENT presents "The Art Project." The Art Project sales benefit underserved teenagers' arts courses at Bethune Center. Tour 12 floors of art: Candy Le Sueur, Eileen Ferara, Bruce Halpin, Harriet Finck, Beatrice Mady, Eliot Markell, Mona Brody, William Stamos, Robert Koch and more. Curated by James Pustorino. 148 First St (Marin Blvd/Washington), 201-798-0928. Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
GREENVILLE
(art)(performance)(music)(educational) 3pm-6pm PROJECT U.S.E. presents "Pedal Farmer's Open House." The Project U.S.E. ETP provides education to 16 to 24-year-olds who are not in school. Our event will take place in our community garden at the Bethany Brown United Methodist Church. The event will include visual art by ETP and other students, painting of rain barrels and an open-mic. 229 Dwight St (Bergen/MLK), 201-780-6018. Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(art)(film/video)(music) 4pm-7pm PROJECT GREENVILLE presents "Time Flies (When You're Having Fun!)." Join us Friday & Saturday for a group exhibit exploring time; and making the most of it! Featuring: Darnell Collier Olga Garcia Guerra Jude the Blackbird Amanda Khan Jim Legge CeciliA Martinez Rich Roberts Elizabeth Rovetto Lucy Rovetto Ray Schwartz Athena Toledo Zoraida Velez Live music by Sofia Oro! 128 Winfield Ave (Ocean/Old Bergen Rd), 646-361-1858. Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
GROVE ST (ON AND AROUND)
(art) 3pm-5pm HAZEL BABY & KIDS presents "Tiny Artists." Join us at Hazel Baby & Kids for another of our Tiny Artists sessions! Accompanied children ages 3-5 are invited to come and create a summer collage. The works will then be hung in our window that evening for all to see. 199 Montgomery St (Grove/Montgomery), 201-369-1999. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 5pm-8pm SILVERMAN AND THE MAJESTIC THEATRE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION presents "Refracted Reality: Paintings by Michael Steinbrick." SILVERMAN and The Majestic Theatre Condominium Association presents: Refracted Reality: Paintings by Michael Steinbrick, curated by Enrico Gomez. Michael Steinbrick is an emerging artist and Photorealist, offering large-scale painted fragments of New York City life, as recognizably familiar and ever changing as the city itself. 222 Montgomery St (Grove/Barrow), 201-435-8000. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 5pm-8pm JCITY REALTY presents "The Art Project." Featuring paintings by Anne Trauben, Diane Tenerelli, June and James Pustorino. Sales benefit under-served teenagers' arts courses at Bethune Center, JC. 109 Columbus Drive (Grove/Barrow), -201-714-7777. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 7pm-2:30am LEX LEONARD AND VICTOR CHEZ presents "{this untitled work is titled finite horizon}." A homage. A vision. A memorial. A shrine. An installation. By Lex Leonard, Victor J. Chez, and you. 186 Grove St (York/Grand), 917-549-1127. Family-friendly.
(art) 7:30pm-10:15pm SHAMPOO JC presents "JC fridays at Shampoo JC" Come to Shampoo JC and take a tour of our recently renovated and expanded salon where you can view artwork from local Artists Robert Piersanti, Lauren Schwartz, Liz Black, Cindy Hwang and Matt Caputo while having a glass of wine on us. 107 Christopher Columbus Dr (Grove/Barrow), 201-395-0045.
(performance)(educational) 8pm-10pm GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY SPACE AND NO PEEKING THEATRE presents "In Lak'Ech (you are the other me)." Grassroots Community Space and No Peeking Theatre premiere a sensory, 'Blind', theatrical experience. Comprised of 8 writers, 4 designers, and 15 actors, In Lak'Ech (You Are the Other Me) discusses the complexities of the Latin American Experience in its myriad definitions. 54 Coles St (3rd/4th), 201-500-LIVE. Tactile tour.
HAMILTON PARK (ON OR AROUND)
(art) 4pm-8pm GALLERY 495 presents "Mithila Art from India." Mithila art is a centuries old women's art form in north India in the region bordering Nepal. Originally drawn on walls as a religious ritual art it is distinguished by fine line work and bright color that is accessible to the first-time viewer as to the longtime admirer. 495 Monmouth St (Pavonia/8th), 201-936-3456. Family-friendly.
(art) 5pm-8pm SILVERMAN AND HAMILTON SQUARE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION presents "An Unreliable Narrator: Paintings by Barbara Friedman." SILVERMAN and Hamilton Square Condominium Association present: An Unreliable Narrator: Paintings by Barbara Friedman, curated by Enrico Gomez. For her solo exhibition, contemporary artist Barbara Friedman offers colorful, narrative paintings that engage familiar protagonists from children's literature and popular culture, including Gumby, Gulliver, and Pinocchio. 232 Pavonia Ave (Erie/McWilliams Pl), 201-435-8000. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 5pm-9pm 58PETTICOATS STUDIO presents "Revealed: A Vintage Lingerie Exhibit." The allure of lingerie can be seen in captivating images of 1950s and 60s advertisements. Stop by the studio during JC Fridays to view vintage intimates alongside the sultry ads of their era. Refreshments and wine will be served. 1 Mcwilliams Place #401 (8th/9th), 415-412-7114. Family-friendly.
(art) 6pm-8pm HAMILTON HOUSE presents "The Art Project." Take a tour of five floors of art and two beautiful lobbies with the curators: Project sales benefit underserved teenaged arts courses at Bethune Center. Works by Aaron Dunkel, Jeanne Tremel, Eliot Markell, Geoffrey Sokol, JoanMarie Palmer, J Carpenter, Maurizio Zulanga, and James Pustorino. 255 Brunswick St (9th/10th), 201-798-0928-. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 6pm-8pm 205 10TH STREET presents "CPHarrik - New Works." Peruse new original artwork pieces by Jersey City artist CPHarrik. Prints available. 205 10th St (Erie/Grove), 347-450-5822. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(performance)(music) 7pm-9pm GP'S RESTAURANT presents "Live Music by Matty Dee & ProSteel!" Enjoy delicious Italian food as you listen to guitarist Matty Dee with steel pan music by ProSteel of Gallant Entertainment, Inc.! 236 Pavonia Ave (Eric/McWilliams), 201-418-8800. Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
THE HEIGHTS
(performance)(educational) 4pm-7pm TOWHEE CO. / JC FAB LAB presents "DIY Flying Cars & Drone Racing with Safety Third." "What ever happened to my flying car?" Impossible happens at Towhee Co. & JC Fab Lab. DIY Flying Car Design for JC Fab Kids (or their creatively limited parent) -- work on your dream flying autonomous vehicle. Plus, the amazing spectacle of Drone Racing, with Safety Third Racing. 195 New York Ave 4th Floor (Hutton/Franklin), 201-984-0141. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(art)(performance)(music)(educational) 5pm-7pm PRIME GALLERY presents "ARTISTS WHO PRINT." PRIME Gallery presents its second exhibition, ARTISTS WHO PRINT, focuses on the medium of silkscreen printing. ARTISTS WHO PRINT features a selection of silkscreen prints by Jay Batlle, Carole Feuerman, Bob Gruen and Shelter Serra, all of which were produced by Gary Lichtenstein Editions at Mana Contemporary in Jersey City. 351 Palisade Ave (Franklin/Fleet), 201-792-5600. Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(art) 5pm-10pm 130 CENTRAL AVENUE ARTISTS presents "OPEN STUDIOS." Have you always been curious about what goes on at the Musicians Building on Central Avenue? Swing by to meet US! Our individual studios as well as the 2nd floor Gallery Space will be open to the public. Can't wait to see you! 130 Central Ave (Waverly/Prospect), 201-675-6443. Family-friendly.
(music) 5pm-2am FOX & CROW presents "Mike Neer: Live in the Parlour." A pub & parlor in Jersey City Heights. We open at 5pm. Mike Neer: Live in the Parlour 10- midnight Thelonious Monk, Bob Wills, Dick Dale, B.B. King, and Santo & Johnny walk into a bar.... No, wait--that's Mike Neer's 'Steelonious'. Thelonious Monk, our way." 594 Palisade Ave (Congress/South), 201-984-2775. Family-friendly.
(art) 5:30pm-10pm LUCKY HONEYBEE STUDIOS presents "Group Photography Show." A group show of local photographers. 130 Central Ave Studio 2g JC Heights (Waverly/Prospect), 201-206-8289. Family-friendly.
(art) 5:30pm-10pm 107 BOWERS GALLERY & ARTSPACE presents "Note from Abroad." Notes from Abroad Curator: Meridith McNeal Artists: Claudia Alvarez Meridith McNeal Quentin Williamston Notes from Abroad is about actual, remembered, and imagined travel. Claudia, Quentin, and Meridith hope that it inspires all of our viewers to journey themselves-to read, imagine, remember, and make art! 107 Bowers Gallery & Artspace 107 Bowers St C2 (Bowers/Cambridges), 201-280-4821. Family-friendly.
(music) 6pm-8pm Jersey City RESERVOIR PRESERVATION ALLIANCE presents "WILD JAZZ ADVENTURE." Enjoy world class jazz musicians jamming in Jersey City's most unique urban environment, the Reservoir. 6:00-6:45pm - Individual group performances 7:15-8:00pm - Giant jam at the Reservoir's edge featuring: Peter Lin, Kahlil Kwame Bell, Jovan Alexandre, Ted Chubb, Adam Lomeo, Daseul Kim, Erena Terakubo and Craig Harris. Family friendly! Pershing Plaza (Central/Summit), 201-259-1800. Family-friendly.
(art)(performance)(music) 6pm-9pm NOCAEB presents "Hudson Flea POP-UP." Meet & purchase works from artists, collectors, performers & vendors showcasing: original artwork, hand-crafted wares, vintage clothing & furniture, collectibles, housewares and much more. Live music & refreshments by Harry Street Coffee! 206 Beacon Ave (Summit/Collard), 917-348-0311. Family-friendly.
(art) 6pm-9pm SNEAKER ROOM presents "Sneaker Room Presents: NJ through the lens." A photographer capturing images of common and uncommon areas of NJ. See the state through the perspective of an explorer! 410 Central Ave (South/Thorn), 201-798-0658. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 6pm-11pm GALICIAN STAINed Glass presents "The night of Faux StaiNed Glass." Faux StaiNed Glass it's a popular and affordable way of decorating your dwelling. Learn basic tips and tricks how to paint on the glass. 195 New York Ave 3rd Floor (New York/Hutton), 347-839-8934. Family-friendly.
(art)(music)(educational) 7pm-10pm BLOOMSBURY SQ presents "Botanical Glam Hosted By GIRLSROOMJC." Immerse yourself in a botanical dreamscape featuring mixed media by @plantasucula and fresh sounds by DJ Adair. Get your glow on at the Highlight Bar with makeup artist Shalea Walker. Then become the art as photographer Deliana snaps your photo in front of our green wall. Refreshments at the bloomBar. 942 Summit Ave JC Heights (Zabriskie/Hutton), 201-253-5405. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(music) 7:30pm-9:30pm THE STATUARY presents "Andreas Arnold Spanish Guitarist/Quartet." German born classical guitarist Andreas Arnold plays The Statuary with his quartet on tour from Spain. Mostly in the traditional flamenco style, instruments represented will be guitar, flute, vocals and percussion. Seating is limited and donations will be accepted to continue similar concerts at The Statuary, a former statue factory. 53 Congress St (New York/Webster), 917-913-4552.
JOURNAL SQUARE
(art) 1pm-5pm ESKFF presents "ESKFF | Meet the Residents!" Exciting new artist residents at ESKFF! Meet the artists, learn the process and see the works of our current Spring 2017 Residents, Laurence de Valmy, Frédéric Léglise, Lucien Murat, Janice Sloane, Fabricio Suarez, Gabriella Kave-Tcherikover, Nikolina Kovalenko, Julia Winter. Enjoy the music and art! 888 Newark Ave Suite 218 (Newark/Senate Pl), 973-703-3779. Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(art)(music) 4pm-6pm JCPS Jersey City ARTS HS presents "End of the Year Art Exhibition." This is the annual end of the year art exhibition presented at the Loew's Jersey Theatre featuring the talented art students from the JCPS Jersey City Arts HS. Each year it showcases a hundred artworks created by the young, talented and diverse high school students of Jersey City. The Loew's Jersey Theatre 54 Journal Square (JFK Boulevard/Pavonia), 201-798-6055. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 6pm-9pm EONTA SPACE presents "Steven Agin Retrospective Exhibition." A retrospective exhibition of painter Steven Agin's work spanning over 40 years to be presented at Jersey City's premiere creative expression salon Eonta Space. On view May / June 2017. Upcoming exhibitions include artists Bayard, Isabelle Garbani, Dan Peyton and Natalie Giugni. 34 Dekalb Ave (at the dead end off of Van Reypen), 201-536-1119. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(performance) 7pm-9pm SPERANZA THEATRE COMPANY presents "Stitches in Time." Join Speranza Theatre Company for a reading of a new play, STITCHES IN TIME, and stay for a talkback with the playwright, Caren Skibell. STITCHES IN TIME examines multiple generations of women struggling to assert themselves within the working world. The Culinary Conference Center at Hudson County Community College 161 Newkirk St (Sip/Van Reypen), 201-503-6194. Barrier-free.
MCGINLEY SQUARE
(art)(music)(performance) 9pm-11pm ART HOUSE PRODUCTIONS presents "G.O.A.T: Greatest of All Time." This variety-show style event happens four times a year on JC Fridays and will feature talent from our weekly open mics. Come by to see some of the finest comedians, musicians, spoken word artists, and poets. 20 Beacon Way (Montgomery/Clifton Pl) Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(performance)(music)(educational) 7:30pm-8:30pm ST. PAUL'S CHURCH IN BERGEN presents "It's Not That Deep." It's not a recital! It's not a revue! It's a Dance Explosion with Tracy Singer and Daraius Phillips as they share their love for movement with friends. It's an Experience you don't want to miss! St Paul's Episcopal Church 38 Duncan Ave (Bergen/Kennedy Blvd), 201-433-4922. Family-friendly.
(performance)(music) 7pm-9pm CROSSROAD COMMUNITY CHURCH presents "Street Lights." Join us for Street Lights: where we bring our faith to light through art. Enjoy a night of family-friendly performances by a variety of local artists, including Genaro Ortiz & Isaiah Jenkins from the hip-hop artist collective known as Community Music (www.communitymusiclrta.com). Coffee & snacks will be available. 240 Fairmount Ave (Storms/Monticello), 201-691-7493. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
NEWARK AVE (On and Around)
(art) 5pm-12am LITM presents "Learning to be Lost: New Works by Andrea McKenna." Emotional, atmospheric, transformational. A healing process that is also an evolution. This show took a sharp turn, when I found myself coping with a sudden loss. It is as an internal journey. Grief is a funny thing. You never know how it will affect you from day to day. 140 Newark Ave (Grove/Erie), 201-536-5557. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 6pm-9pm ALLEY CAT GALLERY presents "Open House." This converted garage will be open for their bi-annual open studio featuring multi-media artist Miguel Cardenas, photographer Beth Achenbach, The Silver Sculptor - JoAnne Simmons, My Insides poetry and Tinika Green of Glim and Glow. All ages welcome to come by and enjoy an evening of art and community. Alleyway Off Of Coles St (4th/5th), 551-208-1068. Barrier-free. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
PAULUS HOOK
(art) 4pm-7pm VICTORY HALL DRAWING ROOMS presents "The Innocence of Trees." Nine artists in 9 gallery rooms, Anne Doris-Eisner, Claire McConaughy, Dana Scott, Geoffrey Sokol, James Pustorino, Julie Anne Mann, Kathleen Vance, Shelley Haven and Yeon Ji Yoo, who create works which focus on the wonder of trees. Curated by Anne Trauben. 180 Grand St (Marin Blvd/Van Vorst), 201-208-8032. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
POWERHOUSE ARTS DISTRICT
(art) 9am-11pm ALASTAIR ARTHUR IN COLLABORATION WITH MANHATTAN YACHT CLUB, AND BUCKET & BAY CRAFT GELATO CO presents "A Taste for Adventure :: Summer 2017." A TASTE FOR ADVENTURE :: SUMMER 2017 At the Urban Edge of the Sea. Street photographer Alastair Arthur takes to the waves to explore the intersection of two elements of summer happiness: Ice Cream & Sailing. Opening Party - Friday, June 2, 2017 150 Bay St (Marin Blvd/Provost), 347-891-2586. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
THE VILLAGE
(art) 2pm-6:30pm CASA COLOMBO presents "Geometry & Poetry: paintings by Lisa Collodoro." Soloshow by Lisa Collodoro. The paintings have geometric as well as a colorful, dream-like quality, and each painting inspired a poem written by the artist. $1 donated to Art House for every guest book signature - $5 donated for those who sign at both Village West Gallery and Casa Colombo. 380 Monmouth St (1st/2nd), 201-963-6332. Family-friendly.
(art) 4pm-9pm VILLAGE WEST GALLERY presents "The Four Seasons." Seasons have been inspiring artists of all kinds for millennia - this group show of paintings, sculpture, and photography is divided into four sections: winter, spring, summer, and fall. $1 donated to Art House for every guest book signature - $5 for those who sign at both Village West and Casa Colombo. 331 Newark Ave (4th/Merseles), 201-656-3408. Family-friendly.
(art)(film/video) 5pm-9pm 313 GALLERY presents "The Soul Travels." A group show documenting a significant time and place in Jersey City's recent history, as it's inhabitants are rapidly being replaced by a new generation of souls from across the water. Featuring photos and video by Stephen Olweck, Alex Bingham and Laura Israel. 313 Gallery 313 Third St (Monmouth/Coles), 732-877-9116. Barrier-free.
(art) 6pm-8pm GAIA presents "Embodied." _gaia presents "Embodied, " an exhibit of mixed media works by Barbara Seddon. The series explores the connection between the human body and the natural world from which it emerges. Stop by and meet the artist at the opening. Refreshments will be served. Exhibition runs June 2nd-31st. 315 Third St (Monmouth/Coles), 973-699-0399. Family-friendly.
(art) 6pm-9:30pm MERSELES STUDIOS / PIERSANTI POP ART presents "Piersanti Open Studio." Visit pop art painter Robert Piersanti. Hundreds of works of original art with a Jersey City perspective. Paintings, drawings, prints, silk screened shirts, and various objects of art Merseles Studios/ Theater Center 339 Newark Ave JC Above Monaco Lock (5th/Merseles), 646-468-7447. Family-friendly.
(art) 6pm-10pm LUCA CUSOLITO, NORMAN KIRBY, GIANLUCA BIANCHINO presents "Three on Fourth." Figurative and abstract artwork in the form of painting, drawing, and sculpture will be on display. 373 Fourth St (4th/Newark), 201-899-5492. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(art)(educational) 6pm-10pm JCTC presents "Artists of Merseles Studios." Visit artists in their studio, including Kathryn Mecca, Robert Piersanti, Lucy Rovetto and introducing Kris Binder in the "Loom Room". Also see "Disruption", exhibition curated by Allison Remy Hall 339-345 Newark Ave Upstairs From Monaco Lock (5th/Merseles), 201-993-7361. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(art) 6pm-9pm THE RAVEN GALLERY & BOUTIQUE presents "What Are You Looking At?" Hey! Get a last look at our latest show: "What Are You Looking At?". They say the eyes are the windows to your soul. Many consider the eye as a channel or passageway into another dimension. Come see how our local artists have depicted this theme. See ya there! 304 Newark Ave (Brunswick/3rd), 201-565-3046. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(art) 7pm-9pm GIA GELATOS presents "Generation" Gabby Creery presents three generations of artists! Her Father, Thomas Creery, herself, and her daughters: Mia and Siena Malmad. Disciplined in multiple artistic areas! From photography to illustration, this multimedia show is the true definition of "all in the family!" 281 Newark Ave (Monmouth / 3rd), 201-216-0555. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
(music) 8pm-10pm IRIS RECORDS presents "Iris Records Presents Sean Kiely & Friends." Iris fave Sean Kiely returns for another round of country-tinged musical magic, with his supporting cast yet to be revealed. It's tuneful, sing-a-long fare by one of JC's best. Stop by for some refreshments/communal merriment. There'll be a warm-up act at 8 PM followed by Sean. 114 Brunswick St (1st/2nd), 201-222-9515. Family-friendly.
VAN VORST PARK (ON AND AROUND)
(art) 4pm-9pm JERSEY WINE & SPIRITS presents "Adopt A Spirit." Along with Liberty Humane Society, Jersey Wine & Spirits presents an evening filled with bright works of art, along with a spirit tasting all while raising funds for all the great work LHS does for our local furry friends 492 Jersey Ave (Mercer/Wayne), 201-763-5888.
(art)(music)(educational) 4:15pm-6:30pm CURIOUS KIDS presents "Sensational Sensory Samplings." Curious Kids invites and your 1-5 year old out for JC Fridays! We will be hosting a musical, messy, scientific and artistic activity every half hour (4:30, 5, 5:30 & 6). Our innovative sensory and educational techniques are sure to thrill your toddler. Learning is MESSY... We can help! 110 Bright St (Varick/Monmouth), 856-912-3883. Family-friendly. Tactile tour.
WEST SIDE
(art)(music) 8pm-12am A WEST SIDE STORY PRESENTS presents "Music and Art." Music: Twiddlin' Thumbs in the beer garden, 8:30p neithernors, 9:30p Art: Childish Things: Works by Alice Hepburn. Park Tavern 575 West Side Ave (Communipaw/Roosevelt), 646-281-1058. Barrier-free. Tactile tour.
ROUTE 440
(music) 5pm-9pm LA MEJICANA presents "Margaritas and Mariachi." Come join us and celebrate with Margaritas & Mariachi Band. 405 Route 440 (Culver/Fisk), 201-580-0336. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
(art) 3pm-7pm THE FACTORY presents "Visual Art at The Factory." Come join us this JC Friday and enjoy great food and a visual art display from local artist. 451 Communipaw Ave (Berry Ln/Manning), 201-881-2523. Barrier-free. Family-friendly.
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