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This week in Hudson County, there’s a lot of change happening. You can catch it all here in this week’s news roundup.
The Jersey City Five Corners Library Branch Is Reopening!
The Jersey City Free Public Library (JCFPL) has announced that the Five Corners Branch will reopen to the public tomorrow, Oct. 13! It will also return to its regular operating schedule and scheduled programming, according to a press release.
The reopening comes after the branch restored the cooling and prepared the heating system for the cooler, which were “temporary” repair work and interventions that forced the branch’s closure earlier this year.
“Five Corners Library is an essential institution for the Journal Square community. From the moment my administration learned of its closing, we have been working to get it reopened,” said Mayor James Solomon.
“… Reopening the doors here is an important step, and now we are focused on making sure this branch can serve the community reliably for years to come.”
Calling All Local Authors And Storytellers!
If you have a story and want to share it with the world, Jersey City Free Public Library wants to hear it!
The Jersey City Free Public Library will have their first official self-published authors’ fair on Saturday, Nov. 14 at Priscilla Gardner Main Library from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Author submissions are due by Oct. 14 here.
The children’s and young adult authors will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The adult fiction and nonfiction will be from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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This Organization Is Having A Free Market For Families Affected By ICE
Mutual Aid Collective has announced their second free market to help families affected by detention and deportation.
Their last market in August served over 400 people. Now, you have another opportunity to help these families pick up some essentials and ease financial burden.
They will be accepting donations now through Saturday, Oct. 17. They are accepting:
- Baby items
- Gift cards
- Warm clothing
- Diapers
- Costumes
- Hygiene items
- Toys and games
- Groceries
- Electronics
- Furniture
- Self-care items
For drop off locations, email @[email protected]. You can also donate Venmo donations @mutualaidcollectivenj.
Local Artists Wanted For This Event!
The Jersey City Free Public Library Creative Arts Center is looking for artists interested in sequential work for their community showcase taking place on Oct. 21 for Caterpillar Carousel from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. The event is for 18 years or older.
You can submit:
- Animations
- Comic readings
- Films
- Presentations
Submissions are free and there is no specific theme. The time window for all submissions is 30 seconds to five minutes. All works should be suitable for a projector and have a downloadable digital file.
The deadline for submissions is Sunday, Oct. 18 at 11:59 p.m.
Jersey City Staple Boulevard Drinks Announces Relocation After 90 Years
Jersey City’s iconic Boulevard Drinks announced their relocation after fighting to stay open amid a new development coming to Journal Square.
The new location will be just across the street, according to the owner. Nov. 29 is the last day at the current location that has served hotdogs for 90 years.
The exact reopening date is still unknown, however they are aiming for between Feb. 1 to March 1.
Vendors Wanted For Halloween Event!
Gotta Go Gaming Hub is calling all vendors, makers, foodies and local businesses! The Haunted Lab event is nearing and they’re looking for vendors to help them turn Halloween into a full-on STEAM experience.
They’re looking for:
- Food & beverage vendors
- Local businesses
- Artisans & makers
- Halloween/STEAM-themed products
Vendor spaces are limited. Scan the QR code here to reserve your spot today.
You can stop by Gotta Go Gaming for their event, located at 126 Linden Avenue in Jersey City on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for an evening filled with gaming, VR, robotics, creativity, community, Halloween fun and plenty of opportunities to connect with local families.
North Bergen Mayor Announces Retirement
North Bergen Mayor Nicholas Sacco has announced that he will be retiring after 35 years as mayor.
Sacco endorsed North Bergen Commissioner Hugo Cabrera, who is reportedly looking to be the one who will succeed him. This transition would make Cabrera North Bergen’s first Hispanic mayor.
Sacco stated that he is stepping down due to health challenges he has faced over the past year. It was reported that Sacco was recently treated for skin cancer and underwent surgery.
He will leave office later this month and will not run in next year’s election.
“I believe that leaving now is the best thing I can do for my health, for my family, but also for the people of North Bergen,” Sacco stated.
After winning reelection in 2023, Sacco had intended to serve out his full term, which runs through May 2027.
Sacco said that Cabrera “has the experience and the vision needed to step up and serve as the next mayor.”
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