Walking Tour of Hudson County

Photo by D Ramey Logan

Using any smartphone, text the word “Hudson” to 56512 for a direct link to self-guided Hudson County Cultural and Heritage Affairs-Tourism Development historical walking tours and listen to or read the history of important sites around Hudson County.

Users may visit the sites in person or enjoy a history lesson from home. Current and historical pictures show how much things have changed or stayed the same.

For more information, email [email protected].

Join in a Climate Strike Event

On September 20, millions of people worldwide will walk out of their classes, jobs and homes as part of a Global Climate Strike, with many organized events taking place nationwide. Read More »

Newport Liberty Half Marathon

The Newport Liberty Half Marathon on September 15 in Jersey City is now a NYCRUNS race. Race-day packet pickup will be available in the festival area at Newport Green Park from 6:30 to 8:15 a.m. Read More »

Pipeline at Mile Square Theatre

Mile Square Theatre, Hudson County’s leading professional theatre, presents Pipeline, by Dominique Morisseau, directed by Kevin R. Free, from September 13 through October 6th. Read More »

3K Walk Cancer Away in Bayonne

The 12th annual Walk Cancer Away event will be held September 22 at Stephen R. Gregg County Park to commemorate those remembered and to celebrate those still fighting. Read More »

Meadowlands Birding Festival

The whole family can enjoy a day of bird walks, talks, raptor visits, kid’s activities and more celebrating the Meadowlands amazing bird population from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 14, at the Meadowlands Environment Center. Read More »

Charity Under the Sea

The second annual ALS Chocolate Meltdown Party will take place at 6:30 p.m., September 26, at the Adventure Aquarium, in Camden. Read More »

Newark International Film Festival

The five-day Newark International Film Festival (NIFF) from September 4 through 8 showcases the innovation and breadth of the film industry. Read More »

Walking Tour of Hudson County

Using any smartphone, text the word “Hudson” to 56512 for a direct link to self-guided Hudson County Cultural and Heritage Affairs-Tourism Development historical walking tours. Read More »

Jersey City All About Downtown Street Festival

The annual All About Downtown Street Fair will be held from noon to 8 p.m., September 21, between Grove and Coles streets, in Jersey City. Read More »

Natural Awakenings Magazine Hudson County - September 2019

Read the September 2019 issue of Natural Awakenings Hudson County NJ. Read More »

Composting Workshops

As part of Jersey City’s compost drop-off pilot, Sustainable Jersey City (SJC) is leading a series of workshops focused on compost: how to make it, how to use it and how the compost drop-off pilot is closing the loop of food waste recycling in Jersey City. Read More »

Age-Defying Bodywork: How to Turn Back the Clock

The key to keeping body and mind young may lie in the therapeutic modalities of bodywork, including massage, energy work, acupuncture, shiatsu and reflexology. Read More »

Be Wary of Dental Antibiotics

It has been found that preventative antibiotics prescribed by dentists for senior patients with specific heart conditions are unnecessary 81 percent of the time. Read More »

Brainy Beasts: Elephants Never Forget—What They Smell

Elephants have such sensitive olfactory discrimination that they can determine different amounts of food just by sniffing it. Read More »

Breathing Risk: Pollution Rises Across the U.S.

Air pollution in general worsened markedly across America between 2015 and 2017, likely due to raising temperatures from climate change. Read More »

Cetacean Liberation: Canada Bans Captive Sea Mammals

Canada’s Parliament recently passed legislation banning the practice of breeding and keeping whales, dolphins and porpoises in captivity. Read More »

Cola Quandary: Companies Urge Vietnam Recycling Plans

Suntory Holdings, a giant Japanese beverage company, has joined its rivals Coca-Cola and Nestlé to encourage new recycling strategies to fend off outlawing single-use plastic items. Read More »

Digital Kids: How to Click With Young Techies

Sound strategies from experts that parents can use to help kids navigate the electronic world we live in. Read More »

Fairy Magic: Feeling Their Touch in Nature

Fairies are the heart and soul of living nature. To enter into a profound relationship with fairies, first we must believe in them—we must make-believe. Read More »

Lower Anxiety to Ease Allergies

Those suffering from anxiety or depression are more likely to have seasonal or chronic allergies. Read More »

Pet Peeve: Natural Remedies for Allergies to Furry Friends

Natural, alternative treatments for those who are affected by allergies from dogs, cats and other furry animals. Read More »

Radha Agrawal on Creating Connections and Community

Entrepreneur, DJ and author Radha Agrawal is on a global mission to catalyze community and connect people with her new book. Read More »

Sustainable Scrubbing: Tips for Toxin-Free House Cleaning

Safe and effective non-toxic, green cleaning solutions using natural ingredients that are good for our health and the planet. Read More »

The Re-Use Revolution: Plastics Peril Drives New Strategies

The growing plastics crisis has inspired companies to shift away from single-use containers to ones that are reusable with a deposit. Read More »

Try Maqui Berry for Dry Eyes

Maqui, black berries that grow wild in the rain forests of Chile and Argentina, show promise for relieving dry eyes and eye fatigue from excessive screen time. Read More »

Venous Rising: Natural Help for Varicose Veins

Varicose veins can cause pain, cramping, itching, swelling and lead to blood clots and poor circulation. Here are natural strategies to alleviate symptoms and prevent them from developing. Read More »

In-Print, Community news briefs September 2019 Local Articles