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A Little List
Everything for Hoboken parents, in one little list · Sep 14–20
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| Good morning, Hoboken. The humidity has finally broken, which means the collective parental anxiety about how to dress children for the erratic temperature swings between the stroller and the playground has officially begun. If you’re currently staring at a closet full of sweaters that no longer fit while trying to figure out which pair of sneakers hasn't been outgrown, you aren't the only one. |
In today’s list: | • Grand Street hosts salsa lessons | | • Martha Bayard Stevens walking tour | | • Main Street Pops artisan market |
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| Let’s get to it. |
SPICE UP YOUR LIFE |
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| Swing by the Children's Room for a free way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month together as a family. |
When: Saturday, September 19, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Grand Street Branch - Children's Room
Details: Free · Ages Teens/Tweens, Seniors, Kids, Adults |
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WALK THE TALK |
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| Get outside and learn local history with this guided walk centered on the life of Martha Bayard Stevens. |
When: Saturday, September 19, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Hoboken Historical Museum |
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TIRED OF SITTING |
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| These free, four-to-five-mile rides are a safe way to explore the city thanks to the police escort. |
When: Sunday, September 20
Where: Hoboken
Details: Free |
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DRAWN TO THIS |
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| Drop by First Street to see this new solo exhibition by rising artist Macy Phillips. |
When: Sunday, September 20, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: 252 First Street, Hoboken, NJ |
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POP TIL YOU DROP |
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| Browse a curated selection of handmade goods from local makers at this recurring neighborhood market. |
When: Sunday, September 20
Where: Hoboken, NJ
Details: Free |
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Events |
Coming up this week 📅 |
Monday, September 14 |
| 🎈 Sluggers – A sport-focused 45-60 minute class for ages 18 months to 3 years requiring caregiver participation to build coordination and confidence. |
| 🎈🎨 Rookie Overtime – A 3-hour drop-off program for ages 2.5-4 years that serves as a sports-inspired pre-k prep class including sports, crafts, and snacks. |
| 🎈🎶 Rookie – A 45-60 minute sport-focused class for children ages 2.5-3.5 focusing on coordination and fundamentals of various sports. |
| 🎈⚽ Lil' Sport – A sport-focused class for toddlers ages 18 months to 2.5 years requiring caregiver participation. Classes cover various sports like hockey, basketball… |
| 🎈🎨 The Arts Preschool – A 3 morning per week, arts-based preschool program for 3 to 4 year olds. |
| 🎈📚 Pre-K Prep – A drop-off program designed for children to help them learn and grow through art, music, storytime, and imaginative play. |
| 🎈🎨 Doodle Hour – An hour dedicated to creative doodling and drawing. |
| 🎈🎨 7-Week Kids Course – A multi-session pottery course for kids. |
| 🎈🎨 Maker Monday- at Grand – Join us for crafts at the Grand Street Branch on Mondays! |
| 🎈 After School – An after school program for children ages 4 and older. |
| 🎈 Half Day Camp Afternoon – A half day afternoon camp session for children ages 5 and older. |
| 🎈 Half Day Camp Morning – A half day morning camp session for children ages 5 and older. |
| 🎈 Mixed Media – Creative session exploring various mixed media art forms. |
| 🎈 Grown Up & Me – An interactive session requiring adult participation. |
| 🎈🧸 Open Play at Urban Jungle Play – Indoor play space for children to climb, slide, explore, and play. Drop-in visits are available. |
| 🎈 All Day Camp (Ages 4+) – All day camp session for children ages 4 and up. |
| 🎈🎨 Partial Day Camp (Ages 4+) – Partial day camp session for children ages 4 and up. |
| 🎈🎨 Fine Motor Skills Prep- Clown Craze – Children explore creativity while developing fine motor skills, language, and early literacy concepts through sensory crafts and activities. |
| 🎈📚 Baby Story Time- at ResilienCity Park! – This story time will feature books made for babies, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music. |
| 🎈 TIA Elite – Fitness program for boys and girls ages 9-13 that blends strength training, movement, and conditioning with high-energy challenges. |
| 🎈 JV & Varsity – Instructional drop-off program for preschoolers to second graders covering various sports and athletic fundamentals. |
| 🎈🎶 TIA Soccer – An instructional drop-off soccer class focusing on fundamentals like passing, shooting, and teamwork through drills and games. |
Tuesday, September 15 |
| 🎈 Grown Up and Me Program – A completely free performing arts program for toddlers and preschool aged children. |
| 🎈⚽ Flexible Dance Program – Enrollment in monthly dance classes for various styles, eligible for participation in Nutcracker and recital performances. |
| 🎈🎨 Rise & Read- at Grand – Join us at our Grand St. Branch for a story time and craft! |
| 🎈📚 Columbus Park Pop-Up Library- Youth Services – We are excited to bring a small but vibrant selection of kids and teen materials offsite for you! |
| 🎈📚 Baby Story Time- at Columbus Park – New Story Time timeslot featuring books made for babies, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music. |
| 🎈🌳 Art in the Park- Vincent Van Gogh – Meet HPL in the park and step into the life of a famous artist! |
| 🎈🎨 Art Explore- Vincent Van Gogh – Have you ever wondered exactly what your favorite artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did? |
Wednesday, September 16 |
| 🎈 MST September Open Mic Night – An open mic night event hosted by the local community theater. |
| 🎈📚 Toddler Story Time- at Grand – Join us in the morning for some books, music, and movement! |
| 🎈🌳 I Spy Live Gaming- in Church Square Park – Join us for an exhilarating live game play event inspired by the beloved "I Spy" book series. |
| 🎈🧸 Move & Play Wednesday- at Grand – Let's get moving at the Grand Street Branch! |
Thursday, September 17 |
| 🎈🎨 Kid's Craft- at ResilienCity Park! – Meet us for a weekly kid's craft program for young artists and their caregivers. |
| 🎈📚 Toddler Story Time- at ResilienCity Park! – Toddler Story Time features longer picture books and more movement than our weekly Baby Story Times. |
| 🎈📚 Baby Story Time- at ResilienCity Park! – This story time will feature books made for babies, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music. |
| 🎈📚 After School Story Time- at Grand – Join us in the afternoon for some books, music, and movement! |
| 🎈 Dungeons & Dragons- For Teens! – Join our thrilling Dungeons & Dragons Program for teens! |
| 🎈🎨 Weekly Arts & Crafts Class at the Museum – A recurring arts and crafts class held weekly at the museum. |
Friday, September 18 |
| 🎈🎨 Fine Motor Skills Prep- Firehouse Fun – Children explore creativity while developing fine motor skills through sensory crafts and activities. |
| 🎈🎨 Fall Artist-Inspired/Kid-Created Fridays Ages 8-14 – Art class series for ages 8-14 inspired by famous artists. |
| 🎈 Feel Good Friday- at Grand – On Fridays, check out a book and enjoy a sweet treat! |
| 🎈⚽ Yoga Story Time- with Carolyn Brush – An active story time for your little yogi! |
Saturday, September 19 |
| 🎈⚽ Fall Soccer - Kinder & First Grade – Weekly youth soccer program for Kindergarten and 1st graders. |
| 🎈🎨 Coco Party- at Grand – Dance, craft, and watch at our Coco party! |
| 🎈 Pier 13 Hoboken: Health and Wellness Event – A live, in-person health and wellness event featuring workouts and a panel discussion hosted by Empowered Movement in partnership with Elevate Pilates… |
Don't say we didn't warn you |
Deadlines creeping up ⏳ |
🎨 Waitlist only – Week 2: Theme--The Hudson River
Weekly summer arts program themed around the Hudson River for kids in grades 1-9. |
🎨 Waitlist only – Week 5: Theme--Hoboken Wildlife
Weekly summer arts program about local wildlife for kids in grades 1-9. |
🎨 Registration closed – Fitness in the Park
Outdoor fitness program series held through the summer months. |
🎨 Registration closed – Monday Competitive Pickleball 7am-9am
Competitive pickleball session. |
🎨 Registration closed – Tuesday Adv. /Intermediate Pickleball 7am-9am
Pickleball for advanced and intermediate players. |
🎨 Registration closed – Wednesday Competitive Pickleball 7am-9am
Competitive pickleball session. |
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Thanks! |
Thanks for reading. If something in here was useful, forward it to the friend who asks in the group chat every Friday what there is to do with the kids this weekend.
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A Little List · Hoboken, NJ
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