The Weekender: Flipside movie screening at Monty Hall, Meryendang Pinoy grand opening

The best events in Jersey City this weekend

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Exchange Place JCCatch a movie screening at WFMU’s Monty Hall or check out the grand opening of Meryendang Pinoy. All that and more happening in Jersey City this last weekend of June.

Thursday Events

What: Grand Opening at Meryendang Pinoy
When: Thursday, June 27 at 1:30pm
Where: 283 Newark Avenue
Filipino eatery Meryendang Pinoy will celebrate its official grand opening today. The family-owned eatery specializes in Filipino snacks and desserts.

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What: Zeppelin Hall Schnitzel Fest
When: through Sunday, June 30
Where: 88 Liberty View Drive
Zeppelin Hall is celebrating all things schnitzel-related during its Schnitzel Festival. Head to the beer hall to order from 12 different schnitzel dishes.

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What: Pet Shop JC Live Gigs
When: Thursday, June 27 from 8pm
Where: 193 Newark Avenue
Live music returns to Pet Shop JC featuring Awful Din, Emergencies, and Clock Ruins. Meanwhile, PS Wine Bar will feature performances by Cantations, The Clydes, Alpha Rabbit, and more.

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What: Movies in the Park at Columbia Park
When: Thursday, June 27 at sunset
Where: Columbia Park
Movies in the Park Jersey City returns tonight with a free screening of DC League of Super Pets. The movie starts at sunset (around 8:30pm).

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What: Laura Taubman at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, June 27 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Laura Taubman will be playing acoustic selections from her album, Ol’ Kentucky Light, as well as traditional covers with her trio. Admission is $10/pp.

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Friday Events

What: Movies on the Pier by Exchange Place Alliance
When: Friday, June 28 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 The Marvels. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm). Food and drink will be available for purchase.

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What: Alex Mazz at Fox & Crow
When: Friday, June 28 from 9pm to 11pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Alex Mazzucchelli is a singer, songwriter, and native New Yorker. An accomplished vocalist, some of Alex’s performance highlights have been at Mercury Lounge, Rockwood Music Hall, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, 54Below, The Cutting Room, The Roxy, Bowery Electric, and beyond. Admission is $10/pp.

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Saturday Events

What: Justin Garcia at Fox & Crow
When: Saturday, June 29 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Guitarist Justin Garcia combines elements of jazz, country, free improvisation, Latin, and soul. He’s played around the world, but you’ll often find him playing guitar for various artists in New York and New Jersey. His latest project is an homage to early Americana. Admission is $10/pp.

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Sunday Events

What: Movie Night at Monty Hall
When: Sunday, June 30 at 7pm
Where: 43 Montgomery Street
Jersey City-based radio station WFMU is hosting a movie screening at Monty Hall. Flipside is a documentary about one man’s tragicomic efforts to save a beloved New Jersey record store. Admission is $15/pp and sales benefit the user-supported radio station.

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