Posted on July 9, 2014 in Past Calendar
The Trash Mob (#3)
Saturday, July 26, 2014
9:30 am – 10:30 am
The Trash Mob is a Village Neighborhood Association born initiative designed to eliminate litter through community engagement. Think of it as the “gamification of garbage”. It’s a neighborhood beautification initiative with rewards that can not only be seen in the form of cleaner sidewalks and streets, but also redeemed at local businesses if you are one of our lucky winners!
July Update:
We’re gearing up for our third Trash Mob on Saturday, July 26! As you can see from our last hit map (click here), The Village is getting serious about taking out the garbage!
Remember, all you need to do is:
- SWEEP the litter in front of your home into a pile…
- E-MAIL us where your pile is by 10:30 AM (or that you don’t have any litter) and we’ll send the Hit Squad do pick it up and you’ll be entered to…
- WIN prizes from local favorites like Pig & Pepper, Union Republic, Hazel Baby, Hound about Town and more.
BIG congrats to Rich, Michele, Joel, Neil, Sheila and Evelyn as they all won gift certificates at our June VNA meeting!
Is the third time the charm for you? Sweep, e-mail and enter to win to find out!
Click HERE to get up to speed on The Trash Mob
Click HERE to check out our interactive map of “Hits”
Click HERE to check out never before seen security camera footage of the hidden world of the Trash Mob!
Posted on June 6, 2014 in Past Calendar
Below is the list of JC Fridays events right here in the Village. Go to the official site www.jcfridays.com to view the full calendar of events.
JC Fridays Events in the VILLAGE
12pm-9pm
VILLAGE WEST GALLERY
presents an Opening Reception for its inaugural Group Show. Debut of a new gallery on the ground floor of a former industrial warehouse turned private home. Show will feature local and area artists – painting, photography and sculpture. Artists include Jill Alexander, Joe Chirchirillo, Jessica Dalrymple, Valeri Larko, Chris Manis, and Pamela Talese. Open noon to 9pm, reception from 6-9pm.
331 Newark Ave (4th/Merseles), 201-656-3408.
3:30pm-8:30pm
PIG & PEPPER
presents Megan Gulick’s “A Bee in a Bowtie.” The exhibit is exclusively Megan’s work, accompanied with a children’s afternoon event and an evening of light refreshments with DJ Schroeder playing feel good tunes to get you in the JC Fridays mood.
277 Newark Ave (Monmouth/Third), 201-898-0252.
6pm-9pm
THE RAVEN GALLERY & BOUTIQUE
presents “After Hours.” Open later than usual, The Raven will host an evening of local art and light refreshments. Paintings, photography, jewelry, painted furniture and much more will be available for acquisition. Come and visit this jewel of a gallery in downtown JC! Looking forward to seeing you!
304 Newark Ave, #1w (Brunswick/3rd), 201-370-6771.
6pm-9pm
313 GALLERY
presents an Artist Talk as part of “Obscure Passages” by Jersey City local artists, Andrea McKenna and M. H. Yaghooti. This duo artists’ exhibition talks about seeking a way out of their dreams or nightmares through pure imagination and mysterious imagery that fuses the figurative and the abstract on various mediums.
313 Third St (Coles/Monmouth), 551-200-2709.
6pm-9pm
_GAIA
presents “When I Grow Up….” Jersey City artists Doris Cacoilo and Hilary Salmon explore images and expectations of childhood in two new print based projects created for this exhibition at _gaia gallery. Also please join Doris and Hilary at _gaia on Saturday, June 7th at 3pm for a Printmaking Workshop. See www.gaiastudio.org for details and to register.
315 3rd St (Coles/Monmouth), 7201-386-0486.
6pm-10pm
TEA NJ
presents “Art Tea Party.” Sip on some tea and take in new works by Norman Kirby. Highlighted pieces include a painting based off of a drawing done in the tea shop. 262 Newark Ave (Monmouth/2nd), 201-758-7105.
6pm-10pm
MERSELES STUDIOS – JCTC
presents “Personal & Universal – Art show Closing and Open Studios.” Universal is general, a norm that can be applied to more then just people. Personal is the viewing glass of your own earthly experience. 20 artist group show curated by Thomas John Carlson and 11 open artist studios. This venue is a part of the Jersey City Theater Center.
339 Newark Ave, 2nd Fl (at Merseles), 732-877-9116.
6pm-10pm
FATHOM
presents “Trucks & Trailers.” Ink and watercolor illustrations by Jay Boucher. Jay is an illustrator and interactive designer who specializes in creating entertaining experiences online. He currently creates games and animations for the foundation of renowned illustrator Ezra Jack Keats and exhibits work throughout the northern NJ area.
El Dopeness, 332 2nd St (Newark/Coles), 201- 87-0769.
7pm-10pm
GIA GELATO & CAFE
presents “Rooting Down,” Digital Photography by Amy Neufeld. Ethereal photography that explores the expressive nature of the forest and leaves the viewer to walk the divide between what is real and what is fantasy. As usual, Gia’s 24 delicious flavors of gelato will be in rotation! Don’t miss it! 281 Newark Ave (at 3rd), 551-200-9497.
24 hrs
BRUNSWICK WINDOW
presents “Katherine Behar: High Hopes.” Behar’s work explores excessive and gendered forms of productivity and work in gadget-saturated contemporary life. In High Hopes, an unattended Roomba fastidiously cleans a carpet while balancing a rubber tree plant strapped to its back. It tries against all odds to “move that rubber tree plant,” all while pulling at a speckless rug.
158 Brunswick St (at 4th St), 201-978-8939.
24 hrs
BRUNSWICK WALL presents “Connor Stankard: They Tell You It’s Something You’ll Miss.” This work shows haunting images of men who have harassed Stankard and her peers over the last year. The menacing size of the images and resulting blur implore the viewer to step away from the looming face (not unlike a natural response to harassment) while preserving some anonymity.
159 Brunswick St (at 4th St), 201-978-8939.
Posted on May 13, 2014 in Past Calendar
The Trash Mob (#1)
Saturday, May 24, 2014
9:30 am – 10:30 am
The Trash Mob is a new beautification initiative from the Village Neighborhood Association, and we need YOU! In just 10 minutes, you’ll be doing your part for a cleaner Village – just in time for Memorial Day!
Here’s how it works:
On specified Saturday mornings from 9:30 am – 10:30 am, you’ll only need to complete these two simple steps to be eligible to win:
Step 1. Sweep the litter on your sidewalk and curb into a neat pile.
Step 2. E-mail your location to [email protected] and we’ll pick it up.
THAT’S IT!
By participating, your email address will be entered to win a prize from select local businesses such as Pig & Pepper, Union Republic, and Light Horse Tavern
The Unofficial (and Non-Binding) “MOB RULES”!
Rule #1: Rain or shine…Mobs never rest.
Rule #2: You must live within the Village neighborhood boundaries.
Rule #3: Your sidewalk/curb is clean? Well, that’s the point, right? E-mail us at [email protected] and you’ll be entered to win just for checking in.
Rule #4: Do you love winning? Sweep your neighbor’s space, and email us their address, too, along with yours, and you’ll double your odds! Sweep another neighbor’s space and triple your odds! Sweep the whole Village and you’re guaranteed to win!
Rule #5: Did you e-mail us after 10:30? Well, thank you for cleaning our neighborhood, but we need to have at least one strict rule.
Rule #6: Drawings will be held at the next Village Neighborhood Association meeting. You do not need to be present to win, but you would miss out on the free cookies.
The Trash Mob and You. Let’s Clean Up the Village…Together.
For more information:
www.jcvillage.org/trashmob
The Trash Mob “Hits” for May 24th!
Posted on May 4, 2014 in Past Calendar
Thursday, July 10, 2014
7:30pm – 9:00pm
365 Second Street
(Between Monmouth & Brunswick Streets)
Enter through the far left door
Please join us for our last general meeting until September!
AGENDA & GUESTS
Developers of 375 Fifth Street (located between Newark and Brunswick) will be on hand to present their plans and hear comments regarding their proposed redevelopment for 375 Fifth Street.
The proposed project will be seeking zoning variances as currently proposed and this is your opportunity to have your opinions be heard (for or against) and to have your opinions considered in formulating the Village Neighborhood Association’s position to the Zoning Board on the proposed project.
Posted on April 21, 2014 in Past Calendar
Thursday, June 12, 2014
7:30pm – 9:00pm
365 Second Street
(Between Monmouth & Brunswick Streets)
Enter through the far left door
AGENDA & GUESTS
Guest Speaker: Ward E Councilwoman Candice Osborne
We are excited to have our councilwoman back to discuss topics important to the Village including:
- Three new stop signs proposed in the vicinity of PS5.
- Additional traffic calming measures discussed
- Status regarding “The Village” neighborhood signs
- Q&A with our Councilwoman
Posted on March 13, 2014 in Past Calendar
Thursday, May 8, 2014
7:30pm – 9:00pm
365 Second Street
(Between Monmouth & Brunswick Streets)
Enter through the far left door
AGENDA
CRIME AND SAFETY
East District Captain Daniel Sollitti will discuss:
- Latin Lounge entertainment license renewal request
- East District crime updates
- Q&A
DEVELOPMENT OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE UPDATE
- Update on the 377-383 Fourth Street proposed redevelopment plans
OFFICIAL LAUNCH: TRASH & GRAFFITI COMMITTEE
- Find out about our new committee
- Details about our first initiative
VILLAGE PARK UPDATE
- Be the first to view the final park renderings!
- Hear about the major milestone we reached last week.
- Find out what’s next!
FALL 2014 “MEATBALL COOK-OFF” FUNDRAISER ANNOUNCED
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Posted on March 13, 2014 in Past Calendar
Thursday, April 10, 2014
7:30pm – 9:00pm
365 Second Street
(Between Monmouth & Brunswick Streets)
Enter through the far left door
AGENDA
Guest: Susan Newman, Founder, Frogs Are Green
Susan Newman, founder of Frogs Are Green is partnering with local curators and teachers at The Distillery Gallery and Artspace to exhibit 100s of artworks received from children around the world as part of their Green Dream initiative. The International Children’s Earth Day Exhibition runs through the month of April, and we’re excited to have Susan at our meeting to hear all about it.
NEW TRASH & GRAFFITI COMMITTEE FORMING!
- Officially launching in May, we are excited to share some early details about our new committee.
REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE UPDATES:
- 377 Fourth Street: This project goes before the zoning board on April 17th, so please join us to get a view of the revised plans. Find out how the VNA is working with the developer and Division of Planning to ensure the project is right for the Village, and what you can do to help.
QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE UPDATES:
- Captain’s Meeting review and latest crime statistics presented.
BUSINESS COMMITTEE UPDATES:
- For over 100 years, small businesses have played a vital role in shaping the Village. The Village Neighborhood Association is committed to bringing awareness and support to those businesses that embrace the long-standing values and enduring community spirit of our neighborhood.
- Learn more about the steps the VNA is taking to help promote Village businesses including the ongoing Village Business Spotlight campaign.
4TH STREET ARTS – 5TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF FUNDRAISER:
- 4TH Street Arts Founder and VNA board member Mike McNamara will share all the details.
OPEN FORUM
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Posted on December 20, 2013 in Past Calendar
Thursday, March 13, 2014
7:30pm – 9:00pm
365 Second Street
(Between Monmouth & Brunswick Streets)
Enter through the far left door
AGENDA
STREET REPAVING
Submit your request here to Councilwoman Osborne for Village Streets that need to be repaved. The deadline for 2014 requests is March 15th.
GRAFFITI & TRASH
We will discuss what we can do as an association to help combat the surge of graffiti and trash. From mobile phone apps, to how the VNA can help with disengaged property owners.
REDEVELOPMENT UPDATES
- 102-110 Brunswick Street Update
- 129 Brunswick Street & 367 Third Street Update
- 377 Fourth Street: Plan Overview and VNA Comments
VILLAGE PARK UPDATE
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Posted on December 20, 2013 in Past Calendar
Thursday, February 20, 2014
7:30pm – 9:00pm
365 Second Street
(Between Monmouth & Brunswick Streets)
Enter through the far left door
AGENDA and GUESTS
Topics will include:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
SPECIAL GUEST
John Gomez, M.S. Historic Preservation, Columbia University
Manager + Moderator, Historic Preservation Network
- Join us as architectural historian and author John Gomez reads from his newly published book Legendary Locals of Jersey City (Arcadia Publishing 2014) accompanied by a slide presentation. Q&A + book signing follows. Copies will be for sale for $22.75 (includes tax); cash, check or credit card accepted via Square.
VILLAGE BUSINESSES
- New business updates
- Website update
REDEVELOPMENT UPDATES
- 102-110 Brunswick Street Redesign
- 129 Brunswick Street & 367 Third Street Update
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Posted on December 20, 2013 in Past Calendar
Saturday, December 21, 2013
9:00 am – 11:00 am
