Join us at the Hamilton Park Farmers Market, your midweek destination for fresh, local, and thoughtfully crafted food and goods. Each week, we’re proud to feature farm-fresh produce from Stony Hill Farm alongside a curated selection of specialty vendors. Browse a variety of offerings including our long time vendor Pickles and Olives, fresh seafood from […]
Visit the Miller Branch Library for an open house featuring programs and activities for children, teens, and families. Guests can tour the library, meet the staff, explore available programs, check out books, and sign up for a free library card. Activities include crafts, face painting, balloon making, a 3D printing demonstration, and live entertainment from […]
Enjoy free community performances and cultural programs across Jersey City parks and neighborhood spaces. The series features live music, dance, spoken word, visual arts, and film while supporting local artists, urban green spaces, and Jersey City history. Programs take place at Van Vorst Park on Tuesdays, Canco Park on Wednesdays, and the Museum of Jersey […]
Teens are invited to enjoy an evening of games, friendly competition, and fun at the Miller Branch Teen Center. Activities include Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, classic board games, card games, darts, social skill games, and more. No registration is required. Event Details:Schedule: WednesdaysTime: 6:00 PM–7:30 PMLocation: Miller Branch Library, 489 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, […]
A high-intensity bootcamp class designed to build strength, endurance, and energy. Class details:Instructor: Darren DrainTime: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMAges: 13+ All classes are free. Free parking available. Address: 140 Martin Luther King Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305Phone: (201) 547-3087Email: BethuneCenter@jcnj.org https://jerseycityculture.org/events/mary-mcleod-bethune-life-center/
A relaxing wellness class that uses yoga movements to improve flexibility, balance, and overall health. Class details:Instructor: Katherine HilaireTime: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMAges: 16+ All classes are free. Free parking available. Address: 140 Martin Luther King Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305Phone: (201) 547-3087Email: BethuneCenter@jcnj.org https://jerseycityculture.org/events/mary-mcleod-bethune-life-center/
Children and teens are invited to read and make progress toward completing the 100 Book Challenge. The Reading Club offers dedicated time to enjoy books, build reading habits, and work toward summer reading goals. Children meet at 1:00 PM, followed by the young adult group at 2:00 PM. Event Details:Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026Schedule: Tuesdays […]
A creative art class where participants can learn basic pottery and ceramic-making skills. Class details:Instructor: To Be DeterminedTime: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMAges: 16+Registration is required. All classes are free. Free parking available. Address: 140 Martin Luther King Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305Phone: (201) 547-3087Email: BethuneCenter@jcnj.org https://jerseycityculture.org/events/mary-mcleod-bethune-life-center/
Bring your little one for a fun storytime followed by a babywearing dance session with Jersey City fitness instructor Rachel. Caregivers are encouraged to safely wear their babies during the movement activity. Babywearing is strongly recommended for safety. Event Details:Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026Time: 3:00 PM–4:00 PMLocation: Glenn D. Cunningham BranchAudience: Babies ages 0–5 and […]
Children are invited to enjoy an interactive program that combines financial literacy, technology, coding, design, art, and reading. Participants will learn the difference between wants and needs, shop at the Stacked Up Academy Bodega, complete maze and logic challenges, create binary bracelets, design logos and masks, and enjoy a cozy reading area with a photo […]
Children are invited to enjoy a hands-on dinosaur show featuring real 3D-printed fossils, interactive activities, and exciting STEM learning. Participants will explore the prehistoric world through fun demonstrations and discoveries. Event Details:Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026Time: 4:30 PM–5:30 PMLocation: Communipaw Branch, 295 Johnston Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07304Audience: Children ages 6–11 Learn more: https://jclibrary.libcal.com/event/16183894
A martial arts class that helps children build strength, confidence, discipline, and coordination. Class details:Instructor: To Be DeterminedTime: 4:40 PM – 7:00 PMAges: 7+Registration is required. Presented in partnership with NJ TKD for Youth Enrichment Foundation. All classes are free. Free parking available. Address: 140 Martin Luther King Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305Phone: (201) 547-3087Email: […]