Harborside Fitness Week
2019-06-03 12:30 - 2019-06-09 09:00 (America/New_York) | Harborside JC, 210 Hudson St, Jersey City, NJ
Harborside Fitness Week
Harborside Jersey City will host a week of free fitness events, including kickboxing, yoga, spin, CrossFit, and more. Harborside visitors can kick off summer with a fitness boost.
Events are open to all levels and there will be kids CrossFit and kickboxing classes.
From June 3 to June 9, 2019.
For more information and to reserve a spot, please visit: https://jessica117130.typeform.com/to/I4kNyA

Father's Day Celebration in Jersey City
2019-06-16 11:00 - 13:00 | River View Fisk Park, Palisade Avenue Between Griffith St and Bower, Jersey City, United States
Father’s Day Celebration in Jersey City
JCFamilies and Farms in Heights will be hosting a Father’s Day celebration at Riverview Fisk Park in Jersey City!
To celebrate the dad’s, we are having a fun celebration on Sunday, 16th June. There will be activities for all children including arts and crafts, giant bubble show, food and so much more! You can buy fresh produce at the Farmer’s Market as well. There was also be a DJ playing your favorite music!
Arts and Crafts by Luna de Papel
Luna de Papel is a crafting workshop that offers crafting and DIY classes and workshops for adults and children of all ages. It is a place where all can test the bounds of their imagination in an environment they enjoy. They will be helping children make beautiful cards for their fathers.

Giant Bubble Show
What child doesn’t love bubbles? There will be a fun bubble show for children to enjoy chasing and playing with.

Spend the day of fun and relaxation with your family at Riverview Fisk Park and make beautiful memories with your dads! Don’t forget to bring the picnic blanket, it’s going to be a fun and family day. This will be a free event!
WHEN: Sunday, June 16th 11:00 am-1:00 pm
WHERE: Riverview-Fisk Park: 498 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307
For more information click here.

If you have any questions about the event feel free to email admin@jcfamilies.com.

Global Soccer Academy Summer Camps and Try Outs
2019-06-24 08:00 - 2019-08-02 17:00 | Global Soccer Academy, Gateway Field: 23 Merseles Street, Jersey City, NJ, United States
Global Soccer Academy Summer Camps and Try Outs in Jersey City
Early Registration for Global Soccer Academy is now Open!
Global Soccer Academy is a local soccer academy located in Jersey City where professional coaches teach multiple aspects of the game.
Register here: https://www.globalsocceracademy.com/currentprograms
The kids will learn and improve the following skills:

Learn and develop new dribbling techniques, agility and ball control.

Improve juggling skills.

Train using the senseball.

Develop accurate passing, receiving , shooting skills.

Scrimmages each day to practice what we have learned.

​Breakfast and Lunch will be available, thanks to Jersey City Free Summer Lunch. All Campers are required to bring water and sunscreen.
Session dates for 2019 Summer Camps:
Session 1. June 24th – June 28th
Session 2. July 8th – July 12th
Session 3. July 15th – July 19th
Session 4. July 22nd – July 26th
Session 5. July 29th – August 2nd
The Summer Camp is open for kids born between 2003 and 2013. Early registration of $245 ends at the end of the month and will go up to $295 on March 1st.
Registration for Try Outs and more info on the travel teams are here:
https://www.globalsocceracademy.com/currentprograms

Tonal Art Music Center Classes
2019-07-01 00:00 - 2019-08-11 17:00 | Tonal Art Music Center, Chambord Place 47 Harrison St., Hoboken, 07030
Tonal Art Music Center Classes in Hoboken, NJ
Tonal Art Music Center’s mission is to give students the tools they need to play the music they love. Founded on the belief that musical training can have a positive impact on many different areas of life, they dedicated to providing quality, focused, results-oriented lessons to students of all ages. They believe that one of life’s greatest joys is to communicate with others through music and they strive to provide that experience to our students.
Tonal Art Music Center offers summer programming in 2019 from July 1st-August 16th. Regular private lessons will continue as well.
Rock Band Class:
For students in middle school and above with at least one year of experience on their instrument required. Will be placed in small groups and will learn rock and pop repertoire taught by an experienced musician and instructor. Culminating concert will be arranged. Classes will run from July 1st through August 11th, meeting for 1.5 hours twice weekly for 7 weeks. $35/class with discounts offered for siblings and multiple week reservations. Exact times and days TBD.
Ukulele Class:
Classes being offered for students of all ages, from as young as 5 years old, to learn about playing Ukulele in a group setting. Through a partnership with Maui Ukulele, students will be given the opportunity to get a quality instrument and learn the basics of playing chords in a fun group setting. The Ukulele is a great way to get involved with the guitar because it leads to the instrument so naturally. Classes will run from July 1st through August 11th for 60 minutes, offered multiple times per week for $30/class.
Venue – Tonal Art Music Center
Chambord Place
47 Harrison St.
Hoboken, NJ 07030
973-665-2051
For more information click here.

Indian Independence Day Celebration 2019
2019-08-10 16:00 - 20:30 | Exchange Place Plaza, Jersey City, NJ, AU
Indian Independence Day Celebration 2019
You are invited to celebrate the 5th Annual Indian Independence Day Celebration in Jersey City
This is the biggest Indian Independence Day event in Jersey city and you don’t want to miss this.
There will be Kids Performances, Parade with Indian band called Rhythm Tolee, desi food, Bollywood music, Dance and more….
Also lots of activities for kids and parents.
Please check the website for the event details : http://indiansinjerseycity.com/event/annual-indian-independence-day-celebration-in-jersey-city/
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/457257185077309/
Vendor and small businesses, Email us to participate in the event : eventsinnewport@gmail.com

Kids Summer Of Wellness
2019-08-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, AU
Kids Summer Of Wellness
Kids Summer of Wellness is a summer seminar to educate parents on various topics. Enjoy a healthy summer and join them for kid-friendly activities filled with fun, fitness, and learning. The event is held by Jersey City Medical Center.
It is a free event!
Recommended for ages 5-17
To register, please call 888-724-7123.

Perfect Peach Pie Contest & Peachy Party
2019-08-18 11:00 - 15:00 | River View Fisk Park, Palisade Avenue Between Griffith St and Bower, Jersey City, United States
Peach Pie Contest in Jersey City Heights
It’s time for the Riverview Farmers Market’s 8th Annual Perfect Peach Pie Contest! In addition to the contest (and tasting afterwards!), we’ll have kids’ activities and lots of peach-themed items from our vendors.
If you’re an amateur baker with a favorite peach pie recipe, read on to find the contest rules and other basic information below.
REGISTRATION AND RULES:
All New Jersey residents are welcome. All ages are welcome to submit, but you must be an amateur baker, not a professional baker/chef.
Participants can submit home-baked peach pies or peach cobblers using Jersey peaches; no other dishes will be accepted.
Completed entry forms should be e-mailed to farmsintheheights@gmail.com with the subject line “Peach Pie Contest.”
Entrants can also register and submit pies at the Market on the day of the event, at the registration/info table, until the 11:30 a.m. preferred deadline on Sunday, August 18th. No entrants will be accepted after 12 pm!!!
By submitting your dessert, you are allowing the Riverview Farmers Market and New Jersey Peach Promotion Council to publish photographs of your dessert on their websites and in related press releases.
Remember, you must be a NJ resident and a non-professional baker (i.e., you do not make desserts for income/payment).
JUDGING & PRIZES
Judging will start at noon on August 18th. Three winners will be selected by four local judges. Judging criteria (established by the NJ Peach Promotion Council) will include: overall appearance, crust puffiness and color, arrangement of peaches (in open-top pies), aroma, filling color, filling taste, and crust taste.
Prizes (donated by local businesses and sponsors) will be awarded at 1:30 P.M.
Market visitors will be invited to taste samples of the contest entries *after* the prizes have been awarded.
Later this summer our first-place winner will take a second version of their winning pie to a final judging site (to be announced at a later date) for 2 grand prizes: one in south/central Jersey; the other in north/central Jersey. Grand prize winners each will receive prize money from the NJ Peach Promotion Council.
The New Jersey Peach Promotion Council is a non-profit voluntary organization of growers, shippers, wholesalers and associated industries dedicated to maintaining a viable peach industry in the Garden State for the purpose of preserving farmers and farmland; and to providing the highest quality and best tasting fresh peaches for consumers.
JCFamilies will be organizing entertainment for the kids : There will be giant bubble for kids, arts and craft and Music for kids in the event.
The entertainment for the kids will start at 11 am so make sure to get there early.

My Gym Preschool Prep Program
2019-09-10 09:00 - 15:00 | My Gym Jersey City, 252 9th street Jersey City, NJ 07302, Jersey City, NJ, United States
My Gym Preschool Prep Program
As experts in early child development, My Gym understands the impact preschool or pre-kindergarten education has on children’s emotional, social & cognitive development. In their commitment to educating the whole child, they offer the “My Gym Preschool Prep Program”. This program focuses on imparting to children the skills needed to excel in preschool and beyond. This program focuses on making learning fun and exciting in the familiar and nurturing atmosphere of My Gym.
Sign up for your free trial class today!
The classes are Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Link for more details and schedules: https://www.mygym.com/jerseycity/schedules

Transitioning to Solids Workshop with Alyssa Kane
2019-09-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Zaniac Jersey City, 125 1st Street, Jersey City, NJ, 07302, United States
Transitioning to Solids Workshop with Alyssa Kane
Transitioning into solid foods is a big step for babies and their parents. If you are a new parent having trouble with this topic or want to learn how to transition into solid foods this workshop can help you!
On September 12th, Alyssa Kane will be speaking about this topic at our workshop.

About the speaker:
Alyssa Kane, MS CCC-SLP, IBCLC
Alyssa Kane is a Certified Speech-Language Pathologist and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant with over 10 years of experience. Alyssa and her team of speech-language pathologists provide in-home speech and feeding evaluations and therapy throughout Jersey City, Hoboken, and Manhattan/Brooklyn. Her practice services infants through adolescents with a variety of feeding/swallowing difficulties and speech delays. Alyssa also performs community/professional education workshops.
Alyssa’s specialization is working with the pediatric population with feeding/swallowing challenges. She has worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient centers, early intervention in family homes, school settings, acute care, and sub-acute facilities. Alyssa worked at the world-renowned Rusk Rehabilitation Center at NYU (NICU, PICU, general pediatric floor and outpatient center).
Alyssa received her B.S. in Hearing and Speech Sciences from Ohio University and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Towson University. Alyssa holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA and is certified in both New York and New Jersey. Additionally, she is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. She is also a member of the Special Interests Group through ASHA, Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders.
The workshop will be held on September 12th from 10 am to 11 am at Zaniac Jersey City, 125 1st St, Jersey City, NJ 07302.
The fees to attend the workshop is $12. Please register now. It will be $5 at the door if you do not register/pay now.
Register here now.
You can pay here to save your spot:

NJCU Fall Swimming Classes
2019-09-14 10:00 - 2019-10-12 13:00 | John J. Moore Athletic Center, 110 Culver Avenue, Jersey City
NJCU Fall Swimming Classes
NJCU is offering Saturday swim classes on five different levels for children ages 6-14 with two additional levels in specialty swim. Adult swim classes are also offered on Saturdays with options in three different levels. All classes are instructed by Tom Lee, their veteran Aquatics Director at NJCU; the swim program is designed to benefit swimmers of all abilities. Each swimming class will be offered for five consecutive Saturdays, two times each semester.
Session I begins:
September 14, 21, 28 & October 5, 12.
Register at: njcu.edu/swim

Thinking of moving out of Jersey City?
2019-09-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Zaniac Jersey City, 125 1st Street, Jersey City, NJ, 07302, United States
Thinking of moving out of Jersey City?

Buying and selling homes are not as straight forward as people think. You have to consider so many aspects of how you want to live your own life let alone just the workings of a real estate transaction. This workshop will go over the many complexities of the buying and selling process, but more importantly the personal decisions that come before it.

How do you decide on where to move? Harveer Singh, from Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty
will go over a number of resources so that you can do your homework on schools, safety, taxes and commuting along with going over the buying/selling process! Come to this workshop to fully prepare yourself for your next move.

The workshop is free but you have to register to attend the workshop.
REGISTER HERE.

About Harveer Singh:
Harveer Singh is a New York & New Jersey Licensed Salesperson with Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty. He has been personally acquiring, building and managing rental properties since 2006. Harveer started his career as a CPA, working at Ernst & Young then moved on to open up a boutique startup consulting firm. Harveer stayed true to his passion for real estate and joined Better Homes & Gardens. His experience in the accounting and finance world has assisted him in working with the complex numbers in real estate transactions.

Whether it is buying your dream home, selling to get the highest value, renting or investing for your future, Harveer has personally gone through the process and can assist you in doing the same. Harveer understands the importance and complexities involved in making real estate decisions. Therefore, he ensures that his clients are well prepared to face any challenges that may arise, making the whole experience a pleasant and memorable one.
Instagram: @RealEstateSingh
Facebook: Realestatesingh
Website: www.realestatesingh.com
Youtube Channel: Harveer Singh – RealEstateSingh

Philosopher Swami Parthasarathy speaking in NYC
2019-09-26 18:30 - 19:45 | The Town Hall, 123 West 43rd Street, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Swami Parthasarathy will be speaking at the Town Hall in Manhattan on the Law of Karma on September 26th. He is a 92-year-old philosopher and Guru from India, who talks about the principles behind success, stress and better decision-making. He has been featured in Time, CNN, Businessweek etc. as the pioneer of ancient Vedanta wisdom and its role in modern life and has authored eleven books on the subject.
See link below for additional details:
Event video: https://vimeo.com/350415626

Garba/Dandiya Raas in JC
2019-09-28 19:30 - 23:00 | McNair, McNair High School, 123 Coles Street (Near Hamilton Park)Jersey City, Jersey City , United States
Garba/Dandiya Raas in JC
We are back… 8th Year in Jersey City
Time to celebrate the season in traditional Indian way! Come join us for a Dandiya night on Sept.28th ! 🙂
This is our most popular event and always a sold out event, buy your tickets NOW….
$18 per Adult
$5 = Per child (3 Years and up )

$33 =2 adults

$38 = A family of 2 adults and up to 2 kids

$155 = A group of 10 people

Facebook event : https://www.facebook.com/events/2487179258182151/
BUY your tickets HERE: http://indiansinjerseycity.com/event/garba-dandiya-raas-in-downtown-jc/
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Open House: Tessa international School in Hoboken
2019-10-05 09:30 - 11:00 | Tessa International School, Suite 315. Monroe Center: 720 Monroe Street, Hoboken, United States
Open House: Tessa international School in Hoboken

Discover Tessa!
We are an International School offering Spanish or French bilingual programs with enriching specials and more. We provide a world-class education, based on the most successful international models, for children starting at age 2.5 to elementary.
Discover the difference a Tessa education will make in your child’s life! You will also meet our staff, speak with currently enrolled families, discover our new space, and enjoy some light refreshments.
Register to our Open House at https://tessais.org/event/may-open-house/
Or call 201-755-5585
The Open House will take place on Saturday October 5th from 9:30 am to 11 am, at Tessa international School in Hoboken
Tessa international School
(720 Monroe Street), Hoboken
Phone:(201) 755-5585
Email:admissions@tessais.org

Code Wiz Jersey City Grand Opening
2019-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Code Wiz, 357 3rd St, Jersey City
Code Wiz Jersey City Grand Opening
Visit Code Wiz on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 am to 2 pm to check out their offerings. See and interact with their projects and programs and learn how they work. This family-friendly event will also have face painting, crafts, balloon animals, and tasty treats by Bread and Spoon.
Date: October 5th
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Code Wiz Jersey City, 357 3rd St (At Brunswick Ave), Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201)-589-0199
They invite everyone to celebrate with them as we open the doors of Jersey City’s newest STEM learning center!
For more information click here.

Meet the Charters
2019-10-05 11:00 - 15:00 | The Ethical Community Charter School, 95 Broadway, Jersey CIty, AU
Meet the Charters
Meet the Charters is an event where many of the Jersey City and Hoboken charter school will be present to discuss what makes each school unique and the opportunities they have to offer.

Date: Saturday, October 5th
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: The Ethical Community Charter School-Gymnasium
95 Broadway, Jersey City, NJ

RSVP HERE.

2019 Fall Harvest Festival
2019-10-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Riverview Fisk Park,, Jersey City, NJ, AU
2019 Fall Harvest Festival
Join JCFamilies and the Riverview-Fisk Park Farmer’s Market on October 6th from 10am-3pm for the 2019 Fall Harvest Festival!
It will be a fun-filled fall day with live music starting at 10:30, family activities and lots more!
The kid’s activities will be between 11am-1pm. There will be giant bubbles that children can enjoy chasing and playing with. We will also have fall-themed arts & crafts.
Spend the day of fun and relaxation with your family at Riverview Fisk Park. Don’t forget to bring the picnic blanket to enjoy your Sunday at the park. There will be vendors selling food and fresh produce. Don’t miss out this free fun event and celebrate the change of the season with us!

Story Time With Brunswick School
2019-10-18 09:30 - 10:15 | DT23A Gallery, 234 York St, Jersey City
Story Time With Brunswick School
On October 18th at 9:30 AM, The Brunswick School will be doing a storytime and arts & crafts session for kids at DT 234 Gallery.
Room on the Broom will be their story and the students will make a witch on a broom with her friends’ craft. There will also be a witch puppet to help tell the story.
Spots are limited and we can only accommodate 12 parents/12 kids for this event. If you would like to attend please make sure to register HERE.
Only parents who have registered will be able to attend this event.

New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Chamber Players: Peter and the Wolf
2019-10-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Margaret Williams Theatre, 2039 JFK Boulevard, Jersey City
New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Chamber Players:
Peter and the Wolf
Saturday, October 19, 2:00 p.m.
Margaret Williams Theatre
Tickets $20, Children under 17: $12
On Saturday, October 19th at 2 pm, NJCU is presenting the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Chamber Players – performing Peter and the Wolf.
Audiences of all ages will thrill to the adventures of a mischievous boy, hungry wolf, grumpy grandpa, and collection of animal characters in Peter and the Wolf at this New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Chamber Players family concert. In his famous musical fairytale, Prokofiev cleverly matches each character to an instrument and a musical theme so listeners can imagine the exciting tale as it unfolds.
This special arrangement of Prokofiev’s classic tale features the instruments of the woodwind family, combining the same great imagery with a focus on the flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and French horn.
Named “a vital, artistically significant musical organization” by The Wall Street Journal, the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra embodies that vitality through its statewide presence and critically acclaimed performances, education partnerships and unparalleled access to music and the Orchestra’s superb musicians.
More information + Tickets: https://www.njcu.edu/community/center-arts/music
The show will be at the main campus, in the Margaret Williams Theatre (2039 JFK Boulevard). Patrons are welcome to arrive early and enjoy interactive music in the lobby — starting around 1:15 pm.

JC Halloween Spooktacular: An Indoor Family Event in downtown Jersey City
2019-10-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Harborside Atrium, Harborside Atrium, Jersey City, United States
Please try buying your tickets now as we have the last few tickets left and as soon as we get sold out we will remove the payment link and would NOT be able to accommodate any one after that. We DO NOT sell the tickets at the door.

Tickets will NOT be sold at the door.

JC Halloween Spooktacular ’19: Halloween Costume Family Parade and Party
Date: October 27th (Sunday)
Time: 12:00-4:00pm
Location: Harborside Atrium (rain or shine)
Entry fee: $7 + PayPal fees (Per person)
Every individual will have to pay the entry fee(only 6 months or younger will not be paying the entrance fee).
Join us for the annual family Halloween event in Jersey City! We’ll be sheltered under the Harborside Atrium in case of inclement weather and kids can enjoy an array of activities and entertainment. There will be a ton of spooky decorations and a picture corner. An additional nominal fee will be assessed for entrance to the bouncy house and for cookie decorating.
ACTIVITIES INCLUDED WITH ENTRY:
Magic Show by Cisco the Magician
Which kids don’t love a magic show? Cisco the Magician does everything from classic magic to more modern magic. His show does include a beautiful dove that lights up the entire room. He has more than 10 years of experience in the art of magic and we can’t wait for the kid’s faces to light up when they see his show.

Puppet show and Music by Rockasorri
Rockasorri’s puppet and music show is a super fun experience for the kids. Spark your little one’s budding imagination by sitting and enjoying our puppet show with your kid’s favorite songs!

Arts & Crafts Luna De Papel
Luna de Papel (Paper Moon) is a handcrafting art studio. They offer handcrafting and DIY classes and workshops for adults and children. Their goal is to build self-esteem through self-expression that is more approachable, authentic and sustainable than simple art. They will be helping children create Halloween spooky-themed arts and crafts.

Bubble Show by Lena’s Party
Are your kids ready to play with giant bubbles? Lena will be having a giant bubble party for the kids. Lena specializes in kids’ birthday parties, costume characters, face-painting, glitter tattoos, art nails, balloons, Giant-Bubble show, dancing, singing, games, magic tricks.

Soft Play Area for babies
We don’t want babies to miss the fun which is why we are setting up a fun soft play area for the babies to enjoy in.

Photos with Giant Characters

Dance Party with DJ Michael Demby
Event entertainer in New York and New Jersey, DJ Michael Demby brings 20 years experience to your party, wedding, mitzvah, or sweet 16. With the natural ability to cater the right music to any crowd at the perfect moment, Michael prides himself on bringing the same passion and dedication to each and every occasion. Contact Michael for a free consultation to discuss how he is different from other DJ’s and how he can ensure a memorable and fun event! Mention JC Families to receive a FREE lighting package with booking!

Spooky Singers Kids Band
Professor David Musial who is an award-winning, multi-platinum MENTOR to a multitude of students for over 25 years created this show. NextGen Stars is about the MENTOR who nurtures, develops and maybe even “launches” the Next Generation of Stars. Students will be performing a scary spooky medley of Halloween songs.

Costume Contest

Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes in multiple categories.
We expect a big turnout, so it is strongly recommended that families purchase tickets ahead of time. Prices may increase closer to the event. Tickets are non-refundable.

Schedule:
12:00 pm – 12:15pm – Spooky Singers Band
12:30 pm – Magic Show By Cisco The Magician(For Older Kids)
1:00 pm – Puppet Show + Music by Rockasorri at the play area(For Babies and Toddlers)

1:30 pm – Bubble Show by Lena’s Party

2:30 pm – Giant Characters

3:00 pm – Costume Contest

Ongoing Activities:

Arts & Crafts, Bouncy House, Cookie Decorating, Face Painting, Picture Corner.

Paid Activities:
Bouncy House

Cookie Decorating by Bread & Spoon
Bread & Spoon is a JC-based, family-owned food business, focused on local, sustainable, and organic ingredients for private and corporate catering, family gatherings and celebrations, and fun sweet and savory food and food projects for kids! We do everything from drop-off, full-service catering, adult and kid cooking classes and specialty baked goods.

There will be some fun characters dress up for your kids to meet and take photos with. Make sure to stop by the picture corner to snap a family photo!
Please bring cash for these activities.

Tickets will NOT be sold at the door.
You do not have to bring your tickets, just show us proof of payment or let us know the name on the credit card which was used to make payment on the PayPal at event entrance.
Attention Parents: If you have not received your confirmation email, that ok. The only thing we will require at the door is your name + the name of the credit/debit card that the ticket was purchased with on PayPal.
Please Note: The entry fees is not refundable and non-adjustable.
Sponsors for the event:
Code Wiz
NYLI
True Dental
British Swim School
MY Gym
The Brunswick School
Waterfront Montessori
The Little Gym
Get Around
World of ABC/ The Waldo School

JCFamilies is a 501-c(3) organization and most of our events (15 to 18 events per year) are free for the Jersey City community and take place in public parks. However, in order to run this organization and these free events, we host a few paid events each year to ensure that we can meet our budgetary needs and cover our capital costs for the year. Unfortunately, we will not be able to offer any special discount or deal to any kids or any organization during this event.

Workshop for Parents: Is my Little One Ready for School?
2019-10-29 10:30 - 11:30 | The Brunswick School, 189 Brunswick street(School Auditorium), Jersey City, NJ, 07302
Workshop for Parents in Jersey City: Is my Little One Ready for School?

Is my baby ready to go to school? For each parent individually, this decision should not be taken lightly. Before considering the pros and cons of preschool education, parents must first and foremost consider their own family situation. For many parents who work full-time, entering their child in daycare or preschool is not always as a result of desire but of necessity and for those parents fortunate enough not to require full-time care, the child’s need for socialization and academics weighs heavily as a child ages.
How to Prepare for School
Join for A Discussion on Preparing Little Ones for the World of Daycare and Preschool at The Brunswick School. The Topic will be led by The Brunswick School’s Director, Erin Kahy.
During the workshop, there will be a discussion on how to prepare your little one for the world of school and beyond child preparation, how to prepare yourselves as parents for this new journey about to unfold.
Children are more than welcome to join the meeting, and there will be stroller parking available.
Register HERE to attend.
The workshop is free, but RSVP are required.

The Brunswick School
Address: 474 Warren Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302

Kids Super Hero Run 2019
2019-11-02 10:00 - 12:30 | Lincoln Park
Kids Super Hero Run 2019
Before you get rid of your kid’s Halloween costumes this year, there will be one more exciting event coming up where your kids can show off their amazing costumes!
JCFamilies, United Sports Clinic and The British Swim School will be hosting the Kids Super Hero Run this year! Kids Super Hero Run will be a small run for children ages 4 to 12 years old. They will run wearing their costumes. All (paid) participating kids will receive a cape, a mask, and a finishing medal.
We can’t wait to see Batman, Spiderman, Wonderwoman, and all the princesses run on the track!
Where: Lincoln Park, Jersey City
When: November 2nd from 10 am to 1 pm
Fee: $25 per child. Tickets are non refundable and non transferable. Our events also sell out, so please make sure you register and pay ahead of time.
REGISTER HERE

If you have any questions about the event feel free to email admin@jcfamilies.com
Schedule for the Super Hero Run :
9:30 AM : package pick up (bibs pick-up)
10:00 AM : special needs kid’s Run
10:15 AM : Born in 2015 – 50 meters
10:30 AM : Born in 2014 – 75 meters
10:45 AM : Born in 2013 – 100 meters
11:00 AM : Born in 2012 – 200 meters
11:10 AM: Born in 2011 – 250 meters
11:20 AM: Born in 2010 – 400 meters

Story Time With Brunswick School
2019-11-22 10:00 - 11:00 | DT23A Gallery, 234 York St, Jersey City
Story Time With Brunswick School
On Friday, November at 10am-11am, The Brunswick School will be doing a storytime and arts & crafts session for kids at DT 234 Gallery.
The fall book choice is Fall Pumpkins: Orange and Plump. There will also be a craft session with the storytime.
Spots are limited. If you would like to attend please make sure to register HERE.
Only parents who have registered will be able to attend this event.

Holiday Lighting Ceremony
2019-12-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza,, Jersey City, AU
Holiday Lighting Ceremony
The Historic Downtown Special Improvement District presents its Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony at the Pedestrian Mall on Tuesday, December 10, 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm! Please join Mayor Steven Fulop and the HDSID in celebrating the holiday season as we light the Christmas tree and Menorah.
JCFamilies will be organizing an ornament-making workshop where kids will make their ornaments and decorate the Christmas tree at the event. They can take their ornaments home after if they like. We will be there by 4:30-6pm
And don’t forget that Santa is coming in on a fire truck to visit!

Jersey City Nutcracker 2019
2019-12-13 19:00 - 2019-12-22 13:00 | The Nimbus Theater, 165 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ, 07302, United States
Jersey City Nutcracker 2019
Nimbus Dance announces the ninth year of the company’s annual holiday tradition: Jersey City Nutcracker. Jersey City Nutcracker tells the story of two children’s urban holiday adventure leading them through fantasy, adversity and celebration and teaching them lessons about friendship and community along the way. Choreographed and directed by Nimbus Artistic Director Samuel Pott, this adaption of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic is performed by a stand-out cast of professional dancers from Nimbus Dance Works joined by youth and adults from the community as they portray familiar characters such as the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Rat King, and Drosselmeyer – all with a Jersey City twist! Amidst colorful sets, costumes, a brightly adorned tree, youth and adults alike are touched by this tale of Christmas spirit.
2019 Jersey City Nutcracker performances will take place at Nimbus’ downtown Jersey City intimate theatre and will involve youth performers drawn from schools and dance studios throughout Jersey City. Plus: surprise guest-performers make unforgettable cameo appearances, Stay tuned!
Goldman Sachs is the Lead Sponsor of Jersey City Nutcracker 2019
**Advanced/Online Ticket Sales End at 9 am the day of the performance***Tickets will be available for purchase at the door
Friday, December 13th- 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 14th- 1:00 & 5:00 PM
Sunday, December 15th- 1:00 & 5:00 PM
Friday, December 20th- 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 21st- 1:00 & 5:00 PM
Sunday, December 22nd- 1:00 PM
BUY TICKETS HERE.
Note: lap children 2 years and under do not require a ticket. Any child who sits in their own seat needs a ticket for that seat.

Luna De Papel Holiday Break Camp
2019-12-21 09:00 - 2020-01-03 16:00
Luna De Papel Holiday Break Camp
Join Luna De Papel for their special Holiday Break Camps! They will be holding camp days from December 21st through January 3rd from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Contact them about before or aftercare.
They will be creating holiday crafts, having playtime and movement and enjoying wholesome snacks!
Register today: https://www.lunadepapel.us/day-camp
About Luna De Papel:
In a world where everyone is increasingly used to working with electronic devices, at Luna de Papel they take a step back and focus on practical life skills that teach an appreciation for handcrafts. At Luna de Papel, they teach children how to “create”. When they learn to create they learn that they can control their environment and that builds a tremendous amount of self-esteem. Their goal is to build self-esteem through self-expression that is more approachable, authentic and sustainable than simple art.

Rockness Music Winter Wonder Classes
2020-01-06 09:30 - 2020-01-11 11:45 | Three Little Birds, 16 Erie Street, Jersey City, AU
Rockness Music Winter Wonder
Bring your parent and me the class experience to a new level with the most intelligent and rocking programming for your baby, toddler or preschooler. Explore your child’s imagination through music. During this offering, they change things up with Puppet Play, Pancake Bows, and more surprises! Let’s pretend to be a robot, a seedling, a cowboy!
Each child receives a Rockness Music CD, songbook and instrument!
Time to rock the chill of winter away with your child’s unlimited imagination!
You can signup right from their website, rocknessmusic.com or via this link.

Weekly New Moms & Kids Meetup in Jersey City
2020-01-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Bucket & Bay Craft Gelato Company, 150 Bay St, , Jersey City , United States
New Moms & Kids Meetup in Jersey City
Calling new moms and their babies!!
Come out and meet other moms at Bucket & Bay this Tuesday!
Come and build new friendships while you enjoy a cup of coffee!
We hope you’ll join us!
MUST RSVP

Cordero Middle School Parent Information Session
2020-01-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Park Francis, 235 Pavonia Avenue, Jersey City, NJ, 07302, United States
Cordero Middle School Parent Information Session
Cordero Middle School Information session will be held on Wednesday, January, 8th from 6-8 at Parc Francis. All 5th-grade parents are welcome to attend and feel free to share with families outside of Cordero as well.
RSVP HERE TO ATTEND.
When:
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
Where:
Park Francis
235 Pavonia Avenue
*2nd Floor*
Time:
6:00-8:00pm
About Cordero:
Rafael De J Cordero/PS 37 in Jersey City is a public school near Hamilton Park serving students from Pre-K 3 to 8th Grade. The student body is comprised of 820 students, 700 from the local neighborhood. The school is 100 years old and very community-driven. Rafael De J Cordero/PS 37 in Jersey City has programs for special needs students, as well as a gifted program (HOPE). There is no dual language program. Before and after care is offered at a nominal fee to families.

Camp Riverbend "Wizarding World" Open House
2020-01-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Camp Riverbend, 116 Hillcrest Rd, Warren,, New Jersey 07059, AU
Camp Riverbend “Wizarding World” Open House

Choosing a camp for this summer?
Come sample Camp Riverbend’s awesome summer activities this winter at their “Wizarding World” Open House Saturday, January 25, 10 am – 12 noon. They will have lots of fun Riverbend activities for kids and parents, run by their amazing counselors, including “magical” games, crafts and cooking.
Take a tour of the campsite with their directors. Free! RSVP required to RSVP@campriverbend.com or 908-580-CAMP. You can find more information about Camp Riverbend here.

Camp Riverbend is 30 minutes from downtown Jersey City and Hoboken; daily summer bus service included.
