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Farmers’ Market 2011 at Journal Square

Del — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:30:10 +0000

Farmers’ Market at Journal Square started about three weeks ago and will continue until the fall season every Wednesday and Friday. If you are a first time resident of JSQ, this event simply means you get a chance to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables locally grown here in NJ.

The market is located just outside of PATH station on John F. Kennedy Boulevard. You’ll also find bread, pickles, tomatoes, snacks, and NEW this year: Gourmet coffee, NJ wines, and Italian specialties.

The Market opens at 10 in the morning and closes at 7:30PM until November 23, 2011 (Wed. and Fri).

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Heavy Traffic in Journal Square due to Suspicious Package

Del — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 22:30:33 +0000

Just got home (6:06PM) from work after an hour drive — 30 minutes just on Summit Avenue alone! The traffic is all the way to the heights area (somewhere between Carlton and Troy Avenue). I sensed something was going on when cars were moving VERY slowly as all intersections are jammed.

Van Reipen and Pavonia Avenues are blocked off, so I couldn’t turn right towards the boulevard. I decided to stay on Summit going South, and it turned out to be a sound decision to make.

I immediately checked the news, and NJ.com reports that there is a suspicious package in Journal Square area: “…The swell of activity is on the southbound side of Kennedy Boulevard at the overpass that is opposite the taxi stand. That is directly above train tracks. All the sidewalks are closed in the area as well…”

All I can say right now is I’m glad to be home! (I hope the package isn’t a bomb)

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Sidewalk Sales and Music Events in JSQ Jersey City

Del — Mon, 02 May 2011 23:44:06 +0000

From the forum posted by Vince Baglivo: “Sidewalk sales and live music performances by some of the area’s best bands will have Journal Square jumping in May and June. Shoppers will find all day savings on hundreds of items at dozens of stores, plus music at the Kiosk in Journal Square from 11:30 am till 1:30 pm on the following dates…”

MAY SCHEDULE

Thursday, May 5th – Beauty & The Grease, bringing back the great sounds of the 50s and 60s

Friday, May 6th – Kirsten Thien, performing Soulful Blues

Saturday, May 7th – Choice, featuring Acappella Doo Wop Harmony Greats

JUNE SCHEDULE

Thursday, June 2nd – The Kootz, jamming on 60s, 70s and 80s Rock N’ Roll

Friday, June 3rd – Nicole Hart, belting out Blues, Soul and R&B

Saturday, June 4th – Dennis Gruenling & Jumptime, delivering Jump, Swing and Blues to the Square

The events are being hosted by the Journal Square Restoration Corporation (JSRC) and paid for in whole or in part by the New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zone Program. The Provident Bank Foundation is the program sponsor, and the United Jersey Blues Network is the music partner for the concert series.

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Sci-Fi Weekend at Loew’s Jersey City

Del — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:21:50 +0000

Weekend Movie Lineup at Loews Theater

If you don’t want to go far to watch some movies, try the Science Fiction lineup at Loew’s Theatre starting tonight!

Sci-Fi Weekend at The Landmark Loew’s Jersey Theatre
Description: Movies
Where: Loews Theater, 54 Journal Square, Jersey City 07306
When: Starts April 29, 2011 8PM, April 30, 6PM and 810PM
Contact: (201)798-6055 | http://loewsjersey.org/

Detailed Lineup

April 29, 2011 8PM
The Matrix (1999) - Keanu Reeeves, Laurence Fishburne, and Carrie-Ann Moss
IMDB Details of The Matrix

April 30, 2011 6PM
The Thing From Another World (1951) – Kenneth Tobey, James Arness, Margaret Sheridan
IMDB Details of The Thing From Another World

April 30, 2011 810PM
John Carpenter’s THE THING (1982) – Kurt Russell, Wilfred Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon
IMDB Details of John Carpenter’s THE THING

Each film costs: $7 adults; $5 seniors (65+) and children (12 and below). All films are top-rated on IMDB and they will be shown in 35mm format! Click HERE for the

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Journal Square Farmers’ Market Starts Tomorrow

Del — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:34:40 +0000

Tomorrow, June 16, 2010 (Wednesday), Farmers’ Market will start here in Journal Square. It will run weekly throughout the summer until Fall. There are good news and bad news, though.

We start with the bad news. Starting this year’s market, we will not be hearing any more Live Music on the square, as the city cut it from the budget.

The good news: On July 2, Farmers’ Market will begin to add Friday schedules. It may not be as lively buying produce as before, but we have more time to buy fresh tomatoes!

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No More Free Live Music on the Square?

Del — Thu, 13 May 2010 16:15:09 +0000

There will be no more free live music on the square in summer due to budget cuts, according to The Jersey City Independent. Some performers expressed disappointment with the decision, and some said they expected it.

I didn’t. As a matter of fact, I was looking forward to hearing singers, bands, and performers that liven up the square during lunch time. Based on previous experiences, I saw residents and passersby, stopped by to unwind and enjoy the free concert.

Due to statewide budget cuts proposal by Gov. Christie, The Journal Square Restoration Corporation (JSRC) has prioritized cleanliness and safety of the district. Hence, the cancellation of music and performances.

The JCI interviewed local jazz saxophonist Bryan Beninghove:

…He says he’s disappointed by the decision, although he understands the financial pressure that forced the JSRC’s hand.

“It’s rather unfortunate,” he says. “It seems like right now everyone’s clamping down because of the economy…”

The JCI also quoted local show booker Tony Susco:

…Longtime Jersey City show booker (Dancing) Tony Susco says he’s “not surprised” by the decision, since “the arts are first to get cut” when things begin to go south.…

The free live music last year ran every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 11:30AM – 1:30PM, a perfect complement to the Farmers’ Market. Follow the link for some pics and a short clip of music from last year’s performance by Craig Redmond and CDREAMS.

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JSQ Crime: 2 Attempted Robberies and Attacks in a Week

Del — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:01:47 +0000

Make that two attempted robberies and attacks in two consecutive nights: Wednesday – in the back of Loew’s Theatre just across PATH station; Thursday -at the intersection of Corbin Avenue and Pavonia Avenue, north-west of Journal Square.

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Back of Loew’s Theatre: “…A man broke the driver’s side window of a car with his fist and then punched the driver in the face during an attempted robbery…” meanwhile, the accomplice (a woman) blocked his car’s path, reports said.

The night after, this is what happened west of Journal Square:

Corbin and Pavonia Avenues: “…A Jersey City woman was punched in the face when two men tried to rob her of her pocketbook at Corbin and Pavonia avenues…” according to the reports.

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Journal Square Snow Pics

Del — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:25:02 +0000

How is the snow situation in your area? Did you get out of your house, or just sleep it off?

I managed to walk around (Bergen Av from Academy to Sip then back), and it wasn’t easy: the strong gust of wind blew the snow right to my face, not to mention the deep accumulations on the streets.

There were only a few people walking on the streets, and the first group I saw was the young teenagers building snowmen in front of Martin Luther King, Jr. School (PS-11).

They had been there for 15 minutes when I talked to them. They were finishing up after I took their picture. On my way back, they were walking north of Bergen Avenue and they said they destroyed the snowmen when I asked if they finished. “We were just having fun.” said the young gentleman when I asked them why.

Most of the local businesses were closed. Jersey City’s one and only 7-11 is open, as well as a few delis and lottery stores were open though.

This group of gentlemen were enjoying their hot coffee which is perfect for this cold weather.

Very quiet here on Sip Avenue.

A lady walked past the yellow cabs parked in front of the vacant lot — future site of the twin tower.

Academy Street residents shoveling the front of their house and apartments.

My neighbor on Tuers Avenue using his snow blower to clear off the sidewalk.

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From JJ Editorial: “Journal Square needs more than it gets”

Del — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:44:45 +0000

The Jersey Journal (JJ) asks today why the redevelopment of Journal Square is taking so long. The editorial points the finger to the Special Improvement District (SID) – the agency responsible for the beautification of our district, including the promotion of local businesses.

Snippet of the editorial:

… It is time to re-evaluate this agency, which is funded by imposing special tax assessments on commercial property owners to produce what initial taxes failed to provide — clean streets, security and successful promotion of Journal Square.

There is little evidence that the SID does much to help shop owners or attract a bounty of new retail stores that are a step up from fast-food eateries. It is time to go beyond providing new facades for old stores…

JJ then proceeds to compare JSQ SID to other SID’s of New Jersey, including our neighbor Mcginley Square. “…The McGinley Square SID seems more successful. It at least provides a newsletter and holds events — and volunteers run the agency’s show. It is time for some accountability in Journal Square.”

Read the rest HERE.

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2009: 2 Murders in JSQ (28 in Jersey City)

Del — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 20:55:28 +0000

In 2008, there was zero murder here in Journal Square. Last year (2009), there were two – one in Marion Neighborhood, and the other just a couple of blocks away.

The Jersey Journal created a map that plots all murders/homicides that occurred in Hudson County in 2009. Jersey City’s homicide/murder rate went up from 27 to 28, which include the killing of Police Officer Marc DiNardo last summer.

Below is the details of the murder charges in Journal Square, extracted from the map:

1054 West Side Ave
Dareus Burgess, 28, of Jersey City, is shot to death June 8 in a playground at 1054 West Side Ave. Anthony Rose, 25, of Jersey City, has been charged in the murder. JSQJC Link

111 Van Wagenen Ave
Manuel Reyes Sr., 48, of Jersey City, is stabbed to death in his apartment at 111 Van Wagenen Ave. in Jersey City on May 6. Esteban Gonzalez, of Union City, is charged with the murder. JSQJC Link

Follow the link for the Jersey City Homicide Map (zoom out to view Hudson County’s) from the Jersey Journal.

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