The Weekender: Bergen Lafayette Bazaar, salsa dancing at Exchange Place

The best events in Jersey City this weekend

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Exchange Place JCCelebrate the first weekend of September with a trip to the Bergen Lafayette Bazaar or a free salsa dancing class at Exchange Place. That and more happening in Jersey City this weekend.

Thursday Events

What: Pet Shop JC Live Gigs
When: Thursday, September 5 from 8pm
Where: 193 Newark Avenue
Live music returns to Pet Shop JC featuring Joy Cleaner, Crush Fund, and Sunnyboyy. Meanwhile, PS Wine Bar will feature the Crockpot Comedy Show at 8:30pm and 10:30pm.

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What: Widely Grown at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, September 5 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Americana/roots band Widely Grown (featuring James Calleo) will perform at Fox & Crow tonight. Admission is $10/pp.

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Friday Events

What: Movies on the Pier by Exchange Place Alliance
When: Friday, September 6 at sunset
Where: J. Owen Grundy Park
The Exchange Place Alliance is hosting another night of Movies on the Pier. This Friday you’ll be able to catch a free screening of Disney’s Zootopia. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm). Food and drink will be available for purchase.

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What: Alexander Yearns at Fox & Crow
When: Friday, September 6 from 9pm to 11pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Alexander Yearns is a New Jersey born folk rock artist, with heavy influences of Devendra Banhart, Bob Dylan, and Jeff Buckley. Admission is $10/pp.

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Saturday Events

What: Bergen Lafayette Bazaar
When: Saturday, September 7 from 4pm to 8pm
Where: 74 Maple Street
Cafe Lafeyette and Peach Tree Design Shop are hosting the Bergen Lafayette Bazaar. The event will feature amazing handmade crafts, artisan foods, jewelry, dog apparel, and more. Every purchase helps support local businesses.

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What: Salsa at Grundy Park
When: Saturday, September 7 from 1pm to 7pm
Where: J. Owen Grundy Park
The Exchange Place Alliance is hosting the 3rd Annual Salsa at Grundy festival. The festival includes free dance lessons, live music, and more. This will be the final festival of the season.

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