Hoboken School District Musical This Weekend: Schoolhouse Rock

HOBOKEN, NJ — There's plenty going on in and around Hoboken this weekend and next week for kids of all ages, and some of it's free. Here are just a few great family activities and deals in this week's Hoboken family activity roundup (do you know of something we should add to our weekly roundup? Email us here).

Hoboken Public Schools: 'Schoolhouse Rock Live!' Districtwide Musical

The pandemic didn't stop the show! Hoboken kids from elementary school through high school have been rehearsing virtually for months.

Now you can enjoy the fruit of their talent and hard work by streaming Schoolhouse Rock Live this weekend.

Shows take place this Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets start at only $5 for a young viewer, so why not support these thespians of all ages? Find out more and get tickets here.

Free Bubble Party!

Lightbridge Academy is hosting a grand opening party Saturday at its new location 1414 Willow Ave., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can expect arts and crafts, tours, refreshments, and a free bubble party.

You can find out more about the party and the new day care here.

Business News: 2 New Ice Cream Shops Coming To Hoboken; Click Here

Take NJ Transit To Summer Attractions

NJ Transit recently announced that it's providing train service to Six Flags Great Adventure, American Dream, Liberty Science Center, and more. Check out njtransit.com/summer for more information.

Liberty State Park Nature Walks And Events

Want your kids to understand more about local history or nature? You don't have to go far.

You can take the light rail or drive to Liberty State Park in Jersey City and enjoy beach walks, scavenger hunts, and this weekend, there's a horseshoe crab walk.

LSP has released its list of July events, including the history of the Blue Comet Train that used to run from Jersey City to the shore (it was mentioned in an episode of "The Sopranos").

For nature walks, the Caven Point Beach Walk runs 1-3 p.m. this Saturday. It's open to all ages, but prepare for possible muddy conditions, and wear sunscreen. And on Sunday, June 27, is the horseshoe crab walk.

Find out about these and other June events right next door at http://www.facebook.com/LibertyStateParkOfficial. And if you go, email us and let me know how it went, so we can encourage other Hoboken families to meet up there next time!

You can also find out about all the programs at the park here, and subscribe to get e-mail updates on the park's other events at the bottom of this page. Directions to the park and its parking lots are here.

American Dream Mall Discounts And News

Now that the American Dream complex has opened, parents are trying out the various attractions, with more set to open this summer.

You can book tickets at 50 percent off this Friday with the code FRIDAY50. Find out more here.
They also offer birthday packages. Find out more here.

And do you want general information about Legoland, the Mirror Maze, and all the other attractions? Click here.

Here Are Our Past Links To Ongoing Activities:

Learn About Hoboken's 35 Parks Here

If you're having a staycation this weekend, why not check out a park in a neighborhood you haven't been to?

Hoboken has 35 parks, totalling 53 acres of open space. You can click a new site to look at the playgrounds, dog runs, water spray areas, and more. Check the website here:

Click here: All about Hoboken's parks

Soccer Signups: Open Enrollment Until June 30

Fall soccer sign-ups began for Hoboken kids this week and will run through June 30. Everyone will be accommodated who's eligible, so there's no need to rush to sign up. Find out more here: Hoboken Fall Soccer Registration Begins.

Liberty Science Center Updates

Got a dinosaur-obsessed child? Among Liberty Science Center's exhibits for all ages, the T. Rex exhibit opened this month.

"When New Yorkers look across the Hudson River this week, they'll be able to catch a glimpse of an enormous T-Rex towering up Liberty Science Center, but they shouldn’t worry too much," LSC told us, "as this isn’t the filming of Jurassic Park 4 — just marking the opening of a brand new exhibit, 'SUE: The T-Rex Experience,' starting on May 22." Click here to learn more.

In addition, LSC holds Junior Days for kids 6 and under on Thursdays and Fridays. Click here about the LSC Junior Days and activities.

Click here for admission information, directions, and covid safety protocols. Liberty Science Center is just a short light rail ride (or drive) away in Jersey City. It's located at Liberty State Park, 222 Jersey City Blvd. Call (201) 200-1000.

Previous Updates: Main Street Pops Market, The Hive, Village, More

Read previous Patch family activity updates, including Main Street Pops Artisan Market, Village Treehouse playroom, and more here: Hoboken Family Activities

We've been trying to find the best ways for parents to take a break and self-care. Do you know of any discounts, travel deals, or promotions for local families? Email us to let us know.

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