Dates To Remember In Jersey City This Week: 5/24

Jersey City NJ

24 May, 2021

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JERSEY CITY, NJ — Happy Monday, Jersey City! There are plenty of events happening around the city this week, so Patch rounded up a list of the important dates to remember, so you don't miss the fun! City MeetingsMonday: City Council Caucus meeting. Virtual from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. More info/meeting links online.Wednesday: City Council meeting. Virtual from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. More info/meeting links online.Thursday: Zoning Board meeting. Virtual from 6:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. More info/meeting links online.EventsMonday: JCFPL College Readiness Presents: Health Sciences WeekJoin the Jersey City Free Public Library College Readiness Team starting the week of May 24 for Health Sciences Week. We will be hosting speakers from various colleges and universities to discuss their Health Sciences Programs to prospective college-goers in Jersey City and the surrounding Hudson County. Joining us will be New Jersey City University, Hudson County Community College, and New York University, presenting May 24 through 27, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the various programs they offer in the health sciences field.Tuesday: How To Create A Pitch Deck on CanvaThis program goes over how to build a pitch deck on Canva.com and be able to properly market your business idea or product. You'll learn important aspects to include in your pitch and learn the importance of having a strong pitch deck.Career Management and Transition Series: Creating Your Own OpportunitiesThis program will go over how to start creating career opportunities for yourself. We will dive deep into what this means and what strategies you can implement to start opening your own career doors.Thursday: #JCLibraryLove Reena Rock's Socially Distanced Guitar ClassOn May 27, at 5 p.m., join Reena Rock for a socially distanced beginner guitar class in Canco Park for ages ten and up. Bring a picnic blanket and a guitar. Weather permitting, this event will happen weekly at Canco Park. Join in person or tune in on Facebook!LGBTQ+ Short Story ClubLGBTQ Services Librarian Rachel and Leslie from Hudson Pride invite you to their virtual LGBTQ+ themed short story group. Access May's short story selection at:https://tinyurl.com/queerjcfplFriday: Fun Fridays!In his high-energy "Active Mic: Mental Health Through Music" presentation, Kai Roberts tells the story of his battle with panic attacks and Generalized Anxiety Disorder through interactive dialogue and hip-hop music. The audience will be engrossed in the origins of his anxiety, gradually taking the journey into his emotions through his disorder, and into his recovery. Be prepared for good music, meaningful messages, and an overall good time.Stay up to date on important events and even post your own on the Jersey City Patch calendar. Have a news tip or a story that should be told? Email Samantha Mercado at [email protected]. Keep up with the latest news in Jersey City and subscribe to Jersey City Patch.