Some Zumba on Halloween

Some Zumba on Halloween

Put on your favorite Halloween costume and break out your dancing shoes, it is Zumba Halloween style! There will be a special Halloween Zumba party at Super Impact fitness studio on Friday, October 26th, located at 650 Montgomery in Jersey City.

This event starts from 8pm and ends at 10pm. A two hour fun-filled cardio dance fitness session. Everyone is welcome to come and get your zumba on. You will dance to great music while you follow zumba instructors to some awesome calorie burning dance moves that will surely make you feel good. Admission is $20 dollars with a free bottle of water

 This event is led by zumba certified instructor, Jesaida Fuentes aka B-girl "J La-rok" with guest zumba certified instructor, Kathleen Taboada aka "KatlogiK". You will be treated to a special performance called the "The Essence of Peace" performed by Jesaida Fuentes.


You can pre-register online with the link below to confirm your spot.
"Reserve your Spot"
For more information please contact; 201-892-5216
See you there!

Arts and Music Festival in the Park

Arts and Music Festival in the Park

Washington Park's Art and Music festival will be held on Saturday, September 22. As part of festival, CUDA Culture will present a footwork battle for b-boys, b-girls and kids exhibition battle for everyone to see and enjoy. First place winner for each competition will receive $100 dollars cash and giveaways. Sign-ups for the battles are available in the day of the event.

In addition, Association of Hudson County, Inc. (WPA) will unleash an awesome lineup of local artists for its third annual Washington Park LIVE! Arts & Music in the Park. Washington Park will be pulsing with live bands, dancers, artists, and storytellers.

 Washington Park Association of Hudson County, Inc. (WPA) is an independent, volunteer run, 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing services and benefits to more than 1,000 community residents.

Founded by residents of Jersey City and Union City, who were motivated to create positive change in the community surrounding Washington Park. We believe that by engaging residents in activities that improve their neighborhoods, civic pride and care increases, leading to healthier, wealthier, and progressive communities.
Rain Date will be September 29, 2012
Phone (201) 320-5780 wpahudsoncounty@gmail.com
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Mory Thomas: (646) 648-3390 or mory.thomas@gmail.com Phone (201) 320-5780 wpahudsoncounty@gmail.com



See you there!

Arts and Music in the Park -

Arts and Music in the Park


Slideshow Click Here

Washington Park Association of Hudson Community in New Jersey presented an event this past Saturday, it brought communities together to enjoy arts, music, and dance in the park. The community center is located by the border of Jersey City and Union City. There were activities such as, gardening, yoga, art workshop, face painting, live music, break dancing, and live band; interactive activities for everyone to watch and enjoy. The event started around one o'clock and ended around four in the afternoon.

One of performers for the event was CUDA - "Community For Urban Dance and Art". People from CUDA did break dancing and initiated a dance circle to encourage kids to participate. There were also opportunities where the CUDA members instructed kids on how to do some of the basic breaking moves.

This program was made possible in parts by funds from the New Jersey State Council for the Arts. Other sponsors were The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, The Palisade, Green Collar Futures, Relaible Wood Products, Empire Realty Group LLC, Hudson County Genealogical & Historical Society, and WPA "Washington Park Association".

An interview with Bboy Bedrock of CUDA

The Cuban Hot spot in Jersey City - Hard Grove Cafe

The Cuban Hot spot in Jersey City

Hard Grove Cafe in Jersey City is one of the great hang out spots to check out if you are ever around the Downtown area and want to satisfy your spanish food cravings.

The restaurant is located across from PATH station at Grove street. There is outdoor and Indoor sitting available and a bar area inside. The food is tasty and prices are reasonable. On some occasions, it might take some time for the food to come out, but when it comes out, your taste buds will be fully satisfied.

Suggestions to try are the roast pork, roast chicken with rice and beans, and the salads. The drinks are very good as well.

The interior designs are cultural in reflecting the Cuban heritage and the vibe is friendly. I've been to this place quite a few times, and each time, the staff have treated us well and the service has been attentive.

Check out their Website for any updates regarding promotional flyers and special discounts. Come here during breakfast, lunch or dinner and see the variation in the menu choices they have to offer.

Young Talent in Jersey - Lil Vicious

Young Talent in Jersey

Lil Vicious Slideshow Click Here

Here emerges a brand new young talent, Victor Silva a.k.a. Lil Vicious. A nine-year old break dancer with fresh athletic moves and cool swagger. He practices his sets in NBK Studio every week in Downtown Jersey City. With the help of his mentors from NBK Studio, he has been able to refine his moves and sharpen his style. If you see him dance, you can feel his passion for breaking through his dancing. His dancing demonstrates a great deal of skill and potential in becoming one of the top Bboys in the future. I have had the privilege to interview him and getting some insight on his thoughts on breakdancing, school, practice, and inspiration.

Victor has been breaking for a couple of years and continues to get better all the time. He enters competition in the east coast regularly and engages in numerous dancing performances. He enjoys skating in his free time and loves eating popcorn. He is working on balancing his time properly between school and breakdancing.

Activist Poetry Slams in the Heights

Poetry Slams in the Heights

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Poetry is a unique tool that allows writers to channel thoughts into words in expressing views, emotions, beliefs, and life experiences. It is also a powerful forum in showcasing the importance of freedom of speech.

Emotions released by the poets were passionate and honest, as some words were spoken with anger as these poets fully invested their souls into their poetry.

The topic mainly focused on the current state of our economy, government, world issues, rights of the people and the truths left out by the mainstream media.

Arts were also displayed by local artists such Dru Cruz, Marukh, Angel Perez, Ruler, Ramsey Oh, Coalition of Activists, Jamie O' hara.

The Activist Poetry Slam 2 were organized in collaboration with the JCPM.org, Truth-Media.info, WearechangeNewJersey.com, and WeareChangeNYC.org.

Are You Late For Work?

Are You Late For Work?

http://LateForWorkLLC.com
Anthony Reyes(Owner of Late For Work LLC) talks about his company and the new t-shirt design.
"There is no need to rush, as long as you make it in time for happy hour."
"Work is the cause of Stress, Happy Hour is the Solution" - Anthony Reyes

Check out the video below.

Good Eats at Liberty State Park - Maritime Parc

Good Eats at Liberty State Park

Did you know there are a couple of great restaurants in Liberty State Park? Maritime Parc is one the restaurants located inside Liberty Sate Park, it's a great find nestled in Jersey City, opened only about a year ago.

It has indoor and outdoor seating, a spectacular view of the Marina boats and New York City Skyline, great unique indoor design and the staff is friendly and welcoming, adding up to a wonderful dining experience.

Though not everything is perfect, sometimes service goes awry such as forgetting desserts, taking longer time to bring out the food, but the service staff is quick to rectify the mistake. The quality and presentation of food is quite good, flavor combination is satisfying to any palate. Pickled plate with corn, apple and grapes for bread dipping is a refreshing start to a meal.

The interior design of the restaurant has a modern feel with clean horizontal lines. A 350-bottle wine display, Chef's table with views of both the open kitchen and the Marina, are all the unique elements of this restaurant.

Urban Arts and Entertainment in effect at Jersey City

Urban Arts and Entertainment in effect at Jersey City

Ever pass by the Path Train entrance by Grove Streer at Downtown area on Fridays? Before reaching the plaza, you would be drawn by the beats of the music, as you get closer, you will find live music bands, different vendors selling various products, food and other types of family entertainment. This event is called Creative Grove Undersiege, produced by Sirelo Entertainment.

As Creative Grove Undersiege took on last Friday's event, CUDA Culture (Community for Urban Dancing Arts) joined in the fun along with other local groups, performers, musicians and promoters. Break dancers demonstrated their brilliant athletic moves to the music of the DJ and the beats of the percussionist. This event takes place on the last friday of the month beginning from April to September.

"Essential Elementz" Presented by CUDA and US census Bureau

HOST: CUDA Culture - The Community for Urban Dance & Art


TYPE: Meetings - Convention

NETWORK: Global

DATE: Saturday, December 12, 2009

TIME: 2:00pm - 8:00pm

LOCATION: William L. Dickinson High School New Gym Building

STREET: 2 Palisade Avenue

CITY/TOWN: Jersey City, NJ



"Essential ElementZ!"


Celebrating, Elevating and Uniting Diverse Communities.

A FREE community event brought to you by

The Community for Urban Dance and Art & U.S. Census Bureau

CUDA Culture is pleased to invite you to "Essential ElementZ," sponsored by the U.S. Census Bureau. We would LOVE for you to join us in celebrating the wonderful art forms that help our communities thrive and improve our quality of life.

WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 12th 2009 TIME: 2:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m.

WHERE: William L. Dickinson High School New Gym Building

ADDRESS: 2 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306

*** Street Team Volunteers - those interested, please contact Kushan Patel at kushan@cudaculture.org

*** Event Volunteers - those interested, please contact Rossana at rossana@cudaculture.org (JC public high school students may be eligible to earn community service hours for graduation).

FEATURING....


Youth Elementz of Hip-Hop Workshops*:

- B-boying/B-girling by B-boy Nova - http://www.facebook.com/#/profile.php?id=100000480548065&ref=ts

- Deejaying by DJ Korn - Anyone interested in the DJ workshop please email tompremon@cudaculture.org to pre-register for the workshop.

Do not forget there are 2 different workshops which 1 is mixing and the other is a battle workshop (scratching, beat juggle,etc).

- Emceeing by Hasan Salaam - http://www.hasansalaammusic.com/


- Mural Art by Mr. Mustart - http://www.flickr.com/photos/operation_art/3749982604/


*Space in workshops is limited, please register ASAP to secure your spot at info@cudaculture.org - subject: online registration with your Full Name; Age; School; Email; Phone #.

Please pick 2 workshops: 1. being the first choice, and 2. is second choice.


For DJ workshop please pre-register tompremon@cudaculture.org

Film Screening: “All the Ladies Say…” A Documentary by B-girl Rokafella

More info: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=58219701679

Website: http://www.alltheladiessay.com/

COMMUNITY DRIVES:


- Toy/Gift Drive for Children and Teens in Foster Care & Shelters in Hudson County.

1. please leave toys and gifts unwrapped

2. gifts for teens can be in the forms of: gift cards to bookstores, I-tunes, make-up, sports gear, etc...

- Canned-food Drive for the homeless - Coat drive

SHOWCASES & EXHIBITIONS!

- Spoken Word Artists

- Local urban artists

BATTLES & COMPETITIONS!

- Hosted by NOVA

- featuring DJ DP ONE - http://www.myspace.com/dponeta

- B-Boy/B-Girl Crew Battles

- DJ showcase battles

CYPHERZ!

LIVE BAND - MR. MAGIC

LIVE ART WALL for everyone to make & leave their mark!

Vendors and local non-profit organizations will also be present (if you are interested in having a table, please contact: rossana@cudaculture.org, subject line: DEC. 12th event).


FREE Food*, Live Music & Giveaways!!!

*$5 donations are suggested

The Community for Urban Dance & Art (CUDA) is a non-profit organization designed for the educational purpose of providing a positive and creative outlet for inner-city youth to practice and showcase diverse art forms founded in the urban culture. With the goal to stimulate a young person's talents, enhance self-confidence, personal growth, and appreciation for the visual and performing arts, CUDA has teamed up with diverse groups of artists, musicians, dancers and community organizers to make great programs and workshops available for the youth of Hudson County and surrounding areas. We also aim to emphasize and develop skills in self-discipline, teamwork, leadership skills, decision making skills, appreciation of multicultural differences, and community service. With your individual help and support, together we can make our own communities thrive by providing more opportunities for our young people to reach their highest potential.

Art Showcase Battle

About 4 months ago, i participated in an art showcase battle for one of my crew member in her school. I just got the footage today from another family crew member and I wanted to share it to everyone. I guess art does come in just about any form. something that is "limitless". on this particular subject, I believe the artist is trying to capture the movements on the ground. ever heard the quote: "the floor is my canvas, and my body is the brush"...hehe..not sure if thats the exact term...somewhat close I guess this is close to the idea.

Art Showcase battle from Joseph Reyes on Vimeo.

Im the one in adidas pants with stripes and my crew member saigon is the one on the opposite side.

Rooftop NYC

Pictures of me on one of the rooftop building in NYC about five months back.