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By Sally Deering “A cursed bloodline. A family on the edge.

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LORD OF THE SQUARE DANCE Howard Richman gets Dancers Swinging Adding Flair to Tradition, Richman’s Dancers Promenade to Madonna (Photo Left) Howard Richman Calls a Square Dance in New York

By Sally Deering

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lip the Clutch, Shoot the Star and Roll Away with a Half Sashay; these may be non-sequiturs to most of us but to squaredance fans these terms get them twirling on the dance floor and if Howard Richman’s calling the dance, there might be some Madonna in the mix.

Square Dance calling may not be a typical job found on a resume, but Richman does it to add to his income as a theater

artist and he travels throughout the Tri-State area to gyms, schools and church halls to put people through their paces on the dance floor.

“When square dancing was in its hey-day there were no computers, internet, or texting, and on Friday or Saturday night this was the chance to meet people,” Richman says. “It has since evolved.”

For those of us who barely remember dancing the Virginia Reel in grammar school, traditional square dancing has three levels. The entry-level called “Mainstream” comprised of 64 movements;

“Plus” with another 30 movements and “Advanced” with another 30.

Mainstream and Plus have their own clubs where people take classes and hire callers like Richman to swing them through a labyrinth of patterns in time to the music.

“It’s like when you first learn the alphabet,” Richman says, “first you learn letters, then words, then sentences and then it gets more literary. In the Mainstream level 68 different steps or movements can be strung along in many different combinations which get you back to your partner and back to your home position. Once you learn those, you can go to any mainstream level club.”

One of the exciting things about square dancing, Richman says, is that the dancers never know what’s coming next.

“That’s modern

American square dancing,” Richman says. “They get up and I start speaking the calls and they’re doing what I’m telling them to do and I’m putting them through a good combination of movements in a smooth and flowing way.

You have to know left from right but it’s okay to have two left feet.”

GREENWICH VILLAGE SQUARE DANCES Richman learned he had a thing for square dancing back in the mid-1980s when he saw a newsletter

advertising a square dance in Greenwich Village.

“There were a lot of nice people there,” Richman says. “I was an aspiring dancer at the time, so I picked up the steps pretty quickly. I was singing along with the music, and someone said to me, you should be a caller. I looked at it as a performance; I never dreamed it would go this far.”

THE MUSIC ISN’T JUST COWBOY SONGS ANYMORE When Richman calls a square dance he uses a range of music from traditional square dance songs to contemporary pop tunes.

Square dancing is 128 beats per minute, that’s the speed the music should be for calling, Richman says.

He’s called square dances to pop songs like Meghan Trainor’s “All About That Bass”.

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It promises to be something for everyone when the Bayonne Home Town Fair opens this weekend and brings the community out for some fun rides, delicious food, and activities for the kids.

On Sat, June 6, 11 am-7 pm, and Sun, June 7, 12-6 pm, 22nd to 24th Streets (along Del Monte Drive) in Bayonne will be packed with more than 60 vendors and non-profits, children’s rides, games and plenty of entertainment. A soundstage will be set up in the parking lot in front of the Polish American Club, and Kiddie Town near the Mini

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HOUSE OF SHARDS

In “The House of Atreus” an American Vet Returns Home to More Casualties Art House Productions’ New Play opens June 4th Cont’d from Cover “The audience will be active observers,” Goodman says, sitting on set with Beggs and Woods during a break in tech rehearsal. “We’re changing the audience’s perspective.”

The play’s plot focuses on the main character Alan who returns home after serving in Iraq. He comes back only to find his house in ruins and his family broken and as war torn as the place he left behind.

“It’s an exploration of family and the impact of war on family,” Goodman says. “At the heart, ‘The House of Atreus’ is a cursed house and Alan has to manage the reality of this cursed home and piece together his family.”

THE PLAY’S THE THING THE HOUSE OF ATREUS stars Amy Fulgham, Ema Lakovic, Gabby Gowdie, Adam Hassan, Quanda Johnson, and

Adam Resnick as Alan, the war veteran returning home. He explains his character this way.

“He’s a dutiful military man,” Resnick says. “He has a sense of belonging, but he has a few gaps in his family life.”

Throughout the play, music serves as an integral part of the action and at times, the lyrics of the songs by Shayfer James seem to represent the characters’ inner-voices, things they want to say but can’t. .

“Shayfer’s songs help with the tonality of the piece,” director Mason Beggs says. “”We knew of Shayfer and his music and it seemed like a good fit.”

Set Designer Andrea McKenna created the broken home Alan comes back to, and Lance A. Michel designed the play’s dreamlike lighting.

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Cont’d from page 6 ORESTEIA,” choreographer Meagan Woods says.

“We put it in a contemporary setting and used the text and movement to develop the story.”

According to Wikipedia: “The ORESTEIA is a trilogy of Greek tragedies written by Aeschylus concerning the end of the

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LORD OF THE SQUARE DANCE

Howard Richman Cont’d from page 3 “I’ve called Madonna songs, Destiny’s Child, Paul Simon,” Richman says, “and traditional country songs like ‘Back in the Saddle Again’.”

PRACTICE WITH FRIENDS Stating out as a square dance caller, Richman says he practiced his calls with a little help from his friends.

“You get people over to your house and tell them I’m going to call for an hour and then I’ll feed you,” Richman says. “You memorize things and things start to click. It’s my job to remember who’s partnered with whom.”

Although, sometimes part ners can get jumbled on the

dance floor.

“It used to be easier, the guy’s shirt would match the gal’s dress,” Richman says.

“There would be the couple in blue, the couple in yellow, now it’s much more casual, you have to look and pay attention at the beginning of the set. And people will switch partners now whereas in the past it used to be a woman would only dance with her husband.”

Richman will go in and teach a class before he starts calling the dance, and in June, he will have come full circle and will be back in Greenwich Village, this time teaching square dance.

A Jersey City resident who grew up in South Orange, Richman admits square

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“It’s a pretty rare job,” Richman says.

He credits square dance caller Joe Landi for inspiring his style.

“I make people think more than most callers,” Richman says. “I can be challenging, but I’ve been told my music selection is fantastic, and I’m not boring.”

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Assistant Library Director Sonia Araujo says.

“The summer reading program is more than just reading, it’s socializing and leadership combined – the perfect mixture for developing budding heroes,” added Librarian Francina Stevens.

The Summer Reading Program also offers film screenings as well as book loans. This summer, films include: ANNIE, BIG HERO 6, ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY, PENGUINS OF MADAGAS

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It’s time for children to unleash their inner heroes and ‘she-roes’ because Every Hero Has a Story are the Summer Reading Program themes at the Jersey City Free Public Library.

Registration for the Summer Reading Program begins Mon, June 1 at all branches, include ng the Bookmobile. The Summer Reading Program runs from Mon, June 22 to Fri, Aug. 14.

“We’ve planned something special for our children this year, in working with the hero theme, about finding our local heroes,”

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A TASTE OF SPAIN IN JERSEY CITY

Raval Tapas Bar & Cocktail Lounge

By Sally Deering

J

ersey City’s “Restaurant Row” starts at Grove Street and moves west along Newark Avenue where bistros offer foods of many cultures. Now, there’s a new kid on the block – Raval Tapas Bar & Cocktail Lounge – where guests are invited to enjoy flavors of Spain.

Raval Tapas Bar & Cocktail Lounge recently opened on Newark Avenue with Jersey City Mayor Steven M. Fulop cutting the ribbon at a Grand Opening ceremony and friends gathering for champagne and finger foods to welcome Raval to the neighborhood.

Cuisine from Spain is the latest concept from the owners, the Restaurant Development Group (RDG), which also owns the Lucky 7 Tavern, and Satis Bistro in Jersey City.

Executive Chef Michael Fiorianti and Restauant Development Group’s Gelas Gulas, Michael Garcia and Andrew Siegel

The Raval team includes Executive Chef Michael Fiorianti, Chef de Cuisine Ed Radich, General Manager Oz Kolar, Assistant Manager, Ryan McEnerney and RDG Partners, Michael Garcia, Geza Gulas and Andrew Siegel. The team named Raval as an homage to the trendy Barcelona neighborhood that is its namesake, and the restaurant/lounge invites guests to enjoy stylish cocktails and tapas in an ambience of hip urban design laid out on two floors.

The menu by Chef Fiorianti features modern Spanish cuisine inspired by his trip to Barcelona this past fall where he immersed himself in the food

and culture. The origin of Tapas, Chef Fiorianti says, goes back to when people ordered small plates of food to go with their drinks and the waiters put the plates right on top of the drink glasses.

“Here at Raval, we try to create a Tapas experience: a lot of the classics with a twist,” Chef Fiorianti says. “We make it our own.”

The menu features Tapas

At Ravall, mosaic-tiled booths create intimate seating for drinks and conversation

in a variety of ways: Pan con Tomate, Toasted Stirato Bread, Fresh Tomato and Garlic; Boquerones, White and Red Anchovies, Pickled Shallots and Mangalitsa Lardo; Tortilla Española, Omelette of Onion, Garlic and Chorizo with Pan Tomate; Patatas Bravas, Crisp Potatoes, Spicy Bravas Sauce and Roasted Garlic Aioli; Espinaca, Sautéed Spinach, Dried Figs and Toasted Almonds; Albóndigas, Lamb Meatballs, Toasted Pine Nuts with Saffron Tomato Sauce; Padron Fritos, Fried Padron Peppers with Maldon Sea Salt; Almendras , Warm Spiced Marcona Almonds and Chipped Manchego; Espárrago, Grilled Asparagus, Preserved Lemon and Piquillo Peppers, Aceitunas Citrus And Chili Marinated Olives; Plato De Queso, Chef Selection of Cheeses; Plato De Embutidos, Chef Selection Of Traditional Spanish Sausages and Jamón, Bellota Spain’s Famed Fermin Iberico Ham. Media Raciones on the menu include Salpicón, Seafood Salad of Octopus, Prawns, Mussels and Citrus

Olive Vinaigrette; Gambas, Head On Prawns Cooked A La Plancha with Garlic Saffron Vinaigrette; Escalivada, Crisp Cana De Cabra Goat Cheese, Roasted Eggplant, Grilled Onions and Peppers; Croquetas De Bacalao, Salt Cod Fritters with Spicy Pepper Jelly; Croquetas Cremosa De Setas, Porcini Béchamel Croquettes and Wild Mushroom; Rabo De Toro, Madeira Braised Oxtail and Parsnip; and Costillas Ala Miel, Sherry and Honey Glazed Berkshire Pork Belly, Pickled Chiles and Marcona Almonds.

Raciones include Fabada, Braised Pork Cheek, Asturian Beans, Chorizo and Morcilla Stew; Bellota Con Vieiras, Seared Sea Scallop, Grilled Bellota Pork, Cauliflower and Cured Tuna with Salsa Verde; Pescado a la Plancha, Seared Market Fish, Hazelnut Romesco, Radish and Snap Pea Slaw; and Secreto Iberico de Bellota, famous Bellota Pork Secret Steak a la Plancha with Salsa Verde.

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Raval Tapas Bar & Cocktail Lounge

Cont’d from page 17 Raval has two full bars where bartenders serve more than 80 Spanish wines covering over 20 regions of Spain; handcrafted signature cocktails developed by mixologist Joe Donohue (Kolo Klub), and house-made Sangrias.

Opening Raval on Jersey City’s “Restaurant Row” seems to be the right decision at the right time, RDG partner Michael Garcia says. Newark Avenue is experiencing a restaurant boon that has made downtown Jersey City a popular dining destination “The energy on this street is powerful,” Garcia says. “And with so many more to come, we’ve only just scratched the surface.

We’re happy to be a part of it.”

ArtSCENE Cont’d from page 16 6TH BOROUGH MARKET, Montgomery St & Marin Blvd, JC. Sunday, June 14 & 28 (7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/13, 9/27, 10/11, 10/25), at 11 am-5 pm.

Craft, Vintage, Food, Kid Stuff & More “We are thrilled to announce the third season of 6th Borough Market in historic downtown Jersey City.

This year the market is open two times per month - every 2nd and 4th Sunday from May to October. Come experience the outdoor market that has won rave reviews for its curated mix of over 60 high quality makers, collectors and chefs, and festive atmosphere.

From hand-knit baby gear, to hand-chosen vintage goods, to hand crafted foods, there is love and passion in every

The RDG partners decided to open a tapas restaurant because they saw a niche, Garcia says.

“We were thinking Italian, but there are a lot of Italian places in Jersey City,” Garcia says. “We felt Tapas was underserved, and it’s hip. Tapas is a culture.

In Spain, everything is meant to be shared.”

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If you go Raval Tapas & Cocktail Lounge 136 Newark Ave, JC (201) 209-1099 www.ravaljc.com Hours: Mon-Thurs, 3 pm-2 am Fri, 3 pm-3 am; Sat, 11 am-3 am & Sun, 11 am-2 am

item and every interaction.

Interested in vending? Email: crew@6thboroughmarket. com.”

JERSEY CITY FRIDAYS. JC Fridays is a city-wide celebration of the arts in Jersey City happening on June 5, from 12-noon till 10 pm, at the following locations throughout the city: Exchange Place, Greenville, Grove Street, Hamilton Park, Jackson Hill, Journal Square, McGinley Square, Newark Avenue, Paulus Hook, Powerhouse Arts District, The

Heights, The Village, Van Cont’d on page 19

ArtSCENE

JC FRIDAY’S Con’t from page 18

Vorst Park, and West Side.

One of the many acts performing: Kasandra Black and the Eclectic | Rhythm, Black and Blues EP Release and DJ After Party at the Dopeness, 322 2nd St, at 8:30 pm. “Kasandra Black and the Eclectic are an R&B band with a sexy, esoteric and hard-hitting sound that’s sure to keep you moving! Join us for the EP Release Party with Michael Buscio and DJ after party w/ Kevlove. Featuring artwork by Adam Palmeter.”

invited to participate. “If you are interested in reserving a table or private room to showcase your talent or merchandise we’d be happy to have you. Participation fees are reasonable. 13,000 sq. feet of original artwork, handcrafted wares, vintage clothing & furniture, collectibles, housewares and much more.

Just steps from the Journal

Sq. PATH station, easy access from all NJ Transit bus routes; street and validated parking available.”

Bayonne Home town Fair Cont’d from page 5

include Bogdan Orthodontics, CarePoint Health, BCB Community Bank, Astra Health Center, Weichert Realtors, Allstate Insurance, Herberts, The Forum, Kayla Ruth Kreations, Titan Tactical, Aaron’s Gold, Screensavers/ELITE, Griffin Security, Reese’s Hair Pieces, Bayonne Exterminating, Bergen Medical Sports and Spine, and Christopher Piechocki.

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Art House Productions History Month; and No New Play Peeking Theater’s THE Cont’d from Page 7 SHAPESHIFTER. “I’ve always been drawn Art House served as to Greek plays,” Goodthe opening weekend host OUT OF TOWN man says. “It’s because the venue for the Black Maria Greek drama goes where Film Festival; and was a a lot of plays don’t dare to gallery stop on the Jersey go. They take it to exCity Artists’ Studio Tour. tremes.”

The INKubator, a profesIs THE HOUSE OF sional script and screenGROOVE ON GROVE. ATREUS unconventional writing development lab for Free live concerts at the theater? Yes. And Goodman writers, actors and directors First Annual Bayonne Grove PATH Plaza. Now says this type of theater meets at Art House, and it NEWARK MUSEUM, 49 through September. Wed, 6-9 5K and Mayors Mile fits in with the company’s also offers acting classes Washington St, Newark, pm, Groove on Grove is a Presented by The City NJ. (973) 596.6550; www. artistic mission. and dance classes for kids FREE weekly music series of Bayonne June 6, 2015 newarkmuseum.org. Now “The heart of Art House and adults. With all that, featuring a wide variety of The City of Bayonne through Feb. 28, 2016: is theater,” Goodman says. executive director musicians, performers, local and Bayonne Department of RAJAS, WRESTLERS & “We’re passionate about Goodman also finds the businesses and sponsors. This Recreation will hold its 1st RENUNCIANTS, Portraits new theater and providing a time to organize JC FRIis a family friendly event from Asia. “Bejeweled Indian Annual “Bayonne 5K” and platform for new works to DAYS, a festival of the arts that brings the community “Mayors Mile” on Saturday princes, muscled Japanese together to celebrate Jersey be seen.” that takes place throughout May 6, 2015 starting at 8:00 sumo wrestlers, stately ChiCity and its diversity. SponIT WAS A VERY Jersey City.

AM at the 16th Street Park in nese and Korean scholars sored by HDSID, 344 Grove “It’s been a tremendous Bayonne, NJ. There will also GOOD YEAR and shaven-headed Tibetan, St, JC; (201) 547-3554. “The This past year was Art year in our new location,” Japanese, Korean and Philip- be a 1 mile “Fun Run” that HDSID is a public-private Goodman says, “filled with participants are encouraged to House Production’s 14th pine monks. These are just a partnership through which participate in as well. Partici- season, and on July 1st few of the kinds of portraits growth and new possibiliproperty owners and business pants of all ages and running highlighted in the latest theit celebrates its first year ties.” owners have a direct impact levels are encouraged to come in its new Journal Square matic rotation located within If you go: on Historic Downtown Jersey out and run (or walk!) Over the Newark Museum’s twenty location. During the year, Thurs, Fri, Sat, June 4, City neighborhoods and their 200 participants are expected. the company presented an permanent galleries devoted 5, 6, 11, 12 & 13 at 8 pm; development.” www.jcdownAccording to Pete Amadeo, to the arts of Asia. More eclectic mix of theater and Sun, June 7 at 4 pm town.org than thirty works, many never Supervisor of Recreation for performance pieces includTHE HOUSE OF the City of Bayonne, “The before placed on view. ing “Your Move,” New ATREUS inaugural Bayonne 5K and Jersey’s Modern Dance Art House Productions SEND US YOUR ARTS Mayor’s Mile is an initiative LISTINGS. Festival; FAME, JR. and 136 Magnolia Ave, JC of the City of Bayonne and If you have an art opening or THE WIZARD OF OZ (201) 915-9911 the Division of Recreation to HUDSON FLEA, Hewn Arts performances coming up includ- promote active and healthy which were part of Stages! www.arthouseproductions. ing visual arts, performing arts lifestyles for all of Bayonne’s Theater Company for Center, 140 Sip Ave, JC. Sat org and street arts, send an email to: residents. & Sun, May 2-Aug. 19, 11 Youth; IN FULL COLOR: TIX: http://atreus.brownRiverviewobserver@gmail.com Read the entire article at am-5 pm. Artists, collectors, and we’ll list it in ArtSCENE. Stories by Women of Color papertickets.com/ www.riverviewobserver.net performers and vendors are ALL LISTINGS ARE FREE. in celebration of Women’s $18 ($20/door) The River View Observer -Covering Hudson County Since 1998 Page 19-June 1st-June 15th, 2015 River View Observer If you go Sat, June 6, 11 am-7 pm, Sun, June 7, 12-6 pm (RAIN OR SHINE) Bayonne Home Town Fair 22nd to 24th Streets Bayonne For more info www.facebook.com/ Bayonnehometownfair bayonnehometownfair@ gmail.com

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Circa 1903, this historic & charming centrally located building compound incl. 3 separate buildings. This master piece stands proudly in Broadway's business district just steps to the Hudson Bergen Light Rail & the bus stop. Featuring a exposed brick atrium & approx 20 rooms of prof space. These 3 buildings include the main historic bank, a contemporary Broad way glass store

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New Listing Bayonne Investment Rare find... 8,250 sq. ft 2 unit commercial manufacturing/retail property in excellent location with close proximity to NJ Turnpike and Jersey City. Featuring beautiful retail space and large manufacturing area in rear.

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INVESTMENT PROPERTIES New Listing Bayonne Excellent warehouse, lot and 3 family package deal available. Located in the transit development district near Hudson Bergen Light rail. This property is ideal for a large business or developer. Total interior square footage of warehouse 11,980 sq ft. In addition to be purchased separately legal 3 family with adjacent lot. A raw total of 210 x 87.87 IRR ft. Be a part of development Boom in the great peninsula of Bayonne. Close to all major highways and public transportation. Don't miss out!

HOMES FOR SALE & RENT New Listing Bayonne Condo

Phenomenal newer construction 2100 sq ft triplex town house featuring 3 levels of living space, featuring an open floor plan, garage parking, terrace, hardwood floors, central air, granite counters, master suite and much more. Located on a private dead end street close to light rail and Rt 440, this unit wont last! Hurry, call fast!

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Roseland, a Subsidiary of Mack-Cali Realty Corporation, Hosts Ribbon Cutting for RiverParc at Port Imperial Roseland, a subsidiary of Mack-Cali Realty Corporation (NYSE: CLI), today hosted the official ribbon cutting of RiverParc at Port Imperial , the newest luxury apartment community at Port Imperial, the two-mile waterfront redevelopment in Weehawken and West New York. Weehawken Mayor Richard Turner joined Roseland to formally commemorate the building’s opening.

The $117 million community, which offers breathtaking views of Manhattan from the Hudson River waterfront, features 10 floors and 280 apartments ranging from 500 to 1,405 square feet, including a mix of studios and one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes.

“It’s hard to envision that 30 years ago, there was virtually nothing on this land and now we have a thriving waterfront community,” said Mayor Turner. “We’re especially pleased that RiverParc’s

(left to right) Richard Barsa, President, Weehawken Board of Education; Councilwoman Rosemary J. Lavagnino; Weehawken Mayor Richard Turner; Marshall B. Tycher, Consultant, Canoe Brook Management; Councilman Robert Zucconi; and Andrew Marshall, Executive Vice President, Roseland, cut the ribbon at RiverParc at Port Imperial in Weehawken, N.J. during a grand opening ceremony on May 28, 2015. fitness center and pool is available for membership to the public, offering an extraordinary amenity not only for the building’s residents, but also for the entire Weehawken community.”

In addition to panoramic views of New York City, the community offers wide array

of lifestyle-oriented features designed to evoke a distinct combination of community, comfort, and convenience.

Among RiverParc’s unique club-style amenities are a juice bar, a splash pad recreation area, bocce courts, and enclosed parking garage with electric car-charging stations.

RiverParc at Port Imperial, Weehawken, NJ Residents also have access to a multitude of cutting-edge common areas, including an indoor pool center, interactive golf simulator, and open-air lounge areas. This innovative twist at RiverParc – the “reversal” of traditional indoor and outdoor activities – is designed to foster a lively and communal living experience year-round and create a spacious, suburban feel commonly associated with outdoor amenities.

“In today’s residential market, there’s a clear demand for communities that offer the both the gateways to major cities and a rich, holistic living experience,” said Andrew Marshall, Roseland’s executive vice president of development. “RiverParc provides

a particularly innovative amenity structure while still embodying the cultural relevance and accessibility of Port Imperial. For that reason, we’re experiencing overwhelming demand from prospective residents.”

In total, Roseland has developed 2,400 apartments of the total of approximately 3,500 currently built at Port Imperial, with an additional 2,300 on the way. When completed, the 200-acre masterplanned redevelopment project will be comprised of 20 total properties, including residential, retail and hotel components. The innovative community features worldclass views of the Manhattan skyline and an intermodal transportation system, offering commuter Ferry service to Manhattan and Light Rail service along New Jersey’s Gold Coast.

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Beautifully kept home is located on a popular dead-end street; 3 BR’s. 1 full + two ½ baths; patio pavers in the yard for carefree summers; Garage parking a plus; gas heat, Central A/C. Asking $339,000

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This corner property offers an unusual layout with side-by-side dwellings. Lots of character throughout, fireplace in the main LR, large eat-in kitchen with center island, formal DR, & much more. Great 2 BR rental unit for easy rental income.

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Generously sized, two family homes with over 2,500 square feet of living space - plus garage & driveway. They feature hardwood floors thru-out, total 6 BRs, 5 beautifully tiled baths, ground level Family room with sliding glass doors out to fenced yards, central A/C, & much more. Several of these fine homes will be available – all in a commuter friendly location near shopping and schools as well.

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side historical colonial on large lot with built in pool. This home is close to Horace Mann School and features 2 zone central air, ornate woodwork and plenty of character.

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Excellent warehouse, lot and 3 family package deal available. Located in the transit

development district near Hudson Bergen Light rail. This property is ideal for a large business or developer. Total interior square footage of warehouse 11,980 sq ft. In addition to be purchased separately legal 3 family with adjacent lot. A raw total of 210 x 87.87 IRR ft. Be a part of development Boom in the great peninsula of Bayonne. Close to all major highways and public transportation. Don't miss out!

irca 1892, this historic landmark is pristine and stands proudly maintaining its original glory. Owned by the notable Strohoefer family for approx 100 years, this abode is quite a masterpiece rich with charm and character. Feat/ an owners duplex & situated on an oversized "L" shaped lot.

The interior features amazing wood work & flooring, stained glass, ornate hardware, central air, and 2 sun porches. this is rare opportunity to own a prime historic property on the Bayonne Gold Coast. Call now, Wont last!

$625,000

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