Weehawken seniors plan trip
The Weehawken Seniors will be going to Atlantic City on April 29. The trip will be $35 per person. Please call the Senior Center at 201-319-6060 to sign up or if with any questions.
Assembly Speaker Vincent Prieto headlines program
The Hudson County Chamber of Commerce will host more than 150 community leaders at its Annual Business Meeting on Monday, Feb. 9 at 10:30 a.m. at Liberty Science Center. The focus is “Investing in Hudson County.” New Jersey Assembly Speaker Vincent Prieto and Alma DeMetropolis, NJ Market President for JP Morgan Private Bank, will headline the program. The forum will serve as a platform for business dialogue and showcase the exhibits of more than 20 companies.
“The theme central to our 2015 Annual Business Meeting is that the investment of both the public and private sector is vital to Hudson County’s continued growth,” said Maria Nieves, the chamber’s president and CEO. “We look forward to hosting a conversation between our members and featured speakers regarding initiatives to support a strong regional economy.”
“The Hudson County Chamber of Commerce is committed to supporting the dynamic growth and development of Jersey City and its environs,” added Daryl Rand, president and CEO of HarrisonRand Advertising and chair of the chamber’s board of directors. “All of us involved as stakeholders are engaged in showcasing our unique assets, building important linkages and helping the county reach its full potential.”
The event is presented by JP Morgan Chase & Co. Sponsors include Jersey City Medical Center-Barnabas Health, BCB Community Bank, Hudson County Community College’s Center for Business & Industry, Liberty Savings Federal Credit Union, Mack-Cali Realty Corporation, New Jersey City University, Provident Bank, TD Bank, University of Phoenix, and The Jersey Journal.
Founded in 1888, the organization is one of the New Jersey’s oldest regional chambers of commerce. It currently represents more than 500 members, facilitates forums with local, state and federal officials, and provides a platform for business networking and partnerships.
For reservations call (201) 386-0699 x 27 or visit the Hudson County Chamber of Commerce website: www.hudsonchamber.org.
Live wrestling show ‘A Hero’s Celebration’ to honor teen killed in hit-and-run
Michael Viruet Jr., the local man who was struck by a hit-and-run driver and died in the hospital several weeks later, will be honored in a series of pro-wrestling matches this weekend. His father, Michael Viruet Sr. of American Championship Entertainment (ACE), is hosting “A Hero’s Celebration” in Union City. Viruet Jr., described as his father’s right hand at ACE, will be honored with the first “Mike Morgan Jr. Memorial Cup,” labeled after his stage name.
Michael Viruet Jr., 20, and his brother Adrian, 11, were walking home from a movie on Nov. 14 when a car jumped the curb and struck them both. According to police, Michael took the brunt of the impact to save his brother. Both brothers were critically injured. Adrian is currently recuperating after multiple surgeries.
On the same night that Michael died, Dec. 5, police arrested Guatemalan native Rogelio Chavix-Tacen, 38, as the alleged driver of the red Nissan that struck the boys.
“A Hero’s Celebration” will take place at the Jose Marti Freshman Academy, 1800 Summit Ave., Union City, at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.
Urban League of Hudson County Black History Bowl 2015 set for Feb. 26
To encourage education, knowledge and fun in a friendly, competitive atmosphere, all Hudson County Middle Schools (public and private) and youth organizations are invited to participate in the Urban League of Hudson County Black History Bowl 2015, on Feb 26 at Snyder High School, 239 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, from 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Each school or organization may send up to two teams and each team must consist of four students from grades 6-8 along with a team coach. A coach may have more than one team.
Upon registration, each team will be provided a study guide of Black History facts, trivia questions and answers. The Black History Bowl’s questions will be taken from the study guides.
The bowl will be played in a game-like format of answering questions posed by a moderator. Each team must answer each question accurately and in a timely manner which will be determined by the bowl coordinators.
The ULOHC sponsors this event to encourage success, to continue to empower the community, and change lives along with a celebration of Black History. First and second place teams will be awarded a cash prize.
For further information contact Gregory Moreau at (201) 451-8888 ext 220, or gmoreau@ulohc.org . You must register your team to receive a packet of Black History facts, trivia questions and answers.
Two events scheduled for Dominican Republic Independence Day in Union City
Mayor Brian Stack and the Board of Commissioners have announced that the City of Union City will hold two events in commemoration of the Dominican Republic’s Independence Day. Both events will be held on Friday, Feb. 27.
The first event will be a flag-raising ceremony at noon at International Park, located on the corner of Palisade Avenue and 38th Street. The ceremony will include invited guest speakers and the raising of the Dominican flag. Members of several local Dominican organizations are expected to attend the ceremony.
Then at 7 p.m. there will be a cultural program at Colin Powell School, 15th Street and New York Avenue. The event will include invited guest speakers, live music and other entertainment, and typical Dominican food. Members of several local Dominican organizations are expected to attend the ceremony.
Admission is free to both events. Everyone in the community is invited to attend.