5pm-6:30pm ART HOUSE PRODUCTIONS and COSI CAFÉ AND RESTAURANT present an Opening Reception for Hoboken artist Marni Fylling. Fylling combines her love of the natural world, art, and sometimes food, in colorful block prints. Curated by Emily Helck. 1 Exchange Place (directly across from the Light Rail stop), (201) 451-0535. Barrier-free. Map

6pm-8pm PRO ARTS presents an Artist’s Reception for “So-Real,” colorful, exuberant abstract paintings by Maria Castillo. Curated by Margaret Weber. Exhibition open 24/7, May 18, 2009 through August 28, 2009. The exhibition venue is generously donated by Mack-Cali Realty Corporation. Lobby On Greene, (Greene St off Columbus Dr) and Windows on Columbus (Columbus Dr, Washington/Greene Sts), 201-736-7057. Barrier-free

9pm-? THE IRON MONKEY presents “Golden Made,” an exhibition of paintings and works on paper by Iris Kufert-Rivo. Free live music will be offered next door at downtown's newest live music venue, Automata Chino. Check out New Jersey-based bands, Honah Lee and The Choke Artists. 99 Greene St (York/Greene Sts), 201-435-5756. Map

12pm-9pm ANOTHER MAN’S TREASURE presents Michele Iervolino, designer for Red Delicious Things. Creating one of a kind re-vamped jewelry and accessories made from vintage and found objects, old comics, local yellow pages, and much more. Michele is a true believer in giving something old a new life and creating unique designs for stylish souls. 353 Grove St (@ Bay St), 201-860-9990. Barrier-free. Map

6pm-8pm JERSEY CITY MUSEUM at THE MAJESTIC THEATRE CONDOMINIUMS invites you to an Opening Reception for “Fluid,” a painting installation by Marti Lawrence. The exhibition will be on view by appointment at The Majestic Theatre Condominiums through August 30, 2009. Refreshments will be served. The Majestic Theatre Condominiums, 222 Montgomery St (Grove/Barrow Sts), 201-413-0303 ext. 144. Barrier-free. Map

6pm-9pm CHILLFEST, THE MOSTLY GAY & LESBIAN FILM SERIES OF JERSEY CITY, teams up with STAR BAR to present “Chillfest LOL!” an evening of lesbian and gay standup comedy. Stop by for a laugh and a stiff drink with video gems from America's next generation of ambitious, open, unruly and radical queer comics. Continuous screenings and drink specials. 34 Wayne St (@ Grove St). Map

6:30pm-8:30pm QUANTUM VITA BODY THERAPY presents Joan Marie Palmer’s “Vulnerable,” abstract paintings from her Sunday Morning Selections Series inspired by the interactions between man and woman and the emotions generated while contemplating the surrender to temptation. Quantum Vita offers a variety of massage techniques to suit your personal needs. Come and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere. Light snacks will be served. 317 Grove St, Ste #1 (@ Christopher Columbus Blvd), 201-921-6652. Map

6pm-11pm HDSID presents a JC Fridays “Groove on Grove” Special Edition, with live music by the Black Hollies, the Milwaukees, Jupiter One, and the 1&9s. Libations and good vibrations! Grove St PATH Station, 201-547-3554. Barrier-free. Map

7pm-11pm THE HARD GROVE CAFÉ invites you to sample Cuban favorites such as ropa vieja and breaded steak, and more delicious cuban cuisine, while enjoying acrylics & oil paintings by Jeffrey Villanueva. 319 Grove St (@ Columbus Blvd), 201-451-1853. Barrier-free. Map

7pm-10pm ATELIER PRODUCTION presents an Opening Reception for “Free Assembly.” Immortalizing everyday people's intimate and familiar moments are what creates the magical subjects of Jennifer Uman's “outsider” works. With a curious eye, she brings a discreet collection of people coming together and through this solo collection explores the concept of Free Assembly. After party hosted by Ox Restaurant. Stockinette Knitting Café, 581 Jersey Ave (3rd/4th Sts), 201-792-5648. Map

7pm-11pm 58 GALLERY presents an Opening Reception for “United Saints of Oil,” new works by Dylan Egon, documenting the new religion of American pop culture in the traditional art of oil painting. Our new icons...true, or false. Live performance by Flaming Fire at 10 pm. DJ Street Justice all night. 58 Coles St (3rd/4th Sts), 917-349-1693. Map

7pm-10pm ATELIER PRODUCTION presents an Opening Reception for “at:muss:feer,” a multi-media exhibition. Paintings are acrylic on canvas and appear as “collisions of color,” bright & bold with no representations to religion, politics, or nudity. Wooden sculpture exults intriguing cuts & fits the space as if made specifically for it.  Mixed-media works seemingly ask the viewer, without words, to consider recycling. After party hosted by Ox Restaurant. The Wells Fargo Building, 299 Pavonia Ave, Loft 2-9 (Coles/Monmouth Sts), 551-226-3632. Map

7pm-? ROB MEYER AND JOSH RUBENSTEIN present “Electronic Garden.” Filmmaker Rob Meyer and Entimologist Josh Rubenstein will mix the world of bugs and television in a collaborative video installation. See bugs and people in closeup on 10 TV screens buried and placed around a Downtown JC backyard. 336 Pavonia Ave (Monmouth/Brunswick Sts), 201-463-5195. Map

9pm-? ART HOUSE PRODUCTIONS presents “Late Nite Curiosities,” a strange and exciting evening filled with eccentrics, entertainers and obscure talents. Shock! Amazement! Delight! Curious? 9:30pm performance repeated at 11pm. 1 McWilliams Pl, 6th Fl (SE corner of Hamilton Park), 201-915-9911, Barrier-free. Map

3pm-7pm JERSEY CITY PEACE MOVEMENT presents “LIVING ART GALLERY for Peace and Justice.” Activists, artists and some of the homeless residents of Journal Square will form a “Living Gallery Wall” and hold pencil drawings created by local artist-activists. The installation and the works in it reflect the need for true peace and justice in our communities. Find “Jersey City Peace Movement” on Facebook. PATH Plaza at Journal Square, jcpeacemovement@hotmail.com. Map

7pm-9pm 32 JONES GALLERY presents an Opening Reception for “Attention span:ZERO” by artist Kate Hoos. Mixed Media. The Pride Connections Center of New Jersey and Hudson Pride Connections, 32 Jones St (Sip Ave/Newkirk St), 215-908-5973. Barrier-free. Map

 8pm-10pm JERSEY CITY ~ HOBOKEN BELLYDANCE MEETUP and NYC ARABIC CLUB present NYC DJ Derajjaspinning Middle Eastern, Belly, Brazilian, Bhangra, Rai, Bollywood! FREE Social Dancing! Cafe open till 4AM. Produced by BrightMoment. Journal Square Cafe, 2881 Kennedy Blvd, 2nd Fl (across from Journal Square PATH), 347-789-7508. Barrier-free. Map

7pm-11pm LIBERTY HOUSE RESTAURANT AND CATERING is proud to offer you their fine selection of fresh seafood and prime meats while you savor the high stepping live jazz of "Joisey Bounce" by George Glassen and Richard Connolly. 76 Audrey Zapp Dr (off Freedom Way), 201-395-0300. Map

2pm-7pm IMAGO BEAUTY GROUP AT THE BASILICO, a high-end salon and spa, invites you to explore their wide range of beauty services and Aveda hair and skin care products. While you are there,  Kelly Rose Lynch and other St Peter's College students will be displaying a collection of photography, paintings and sketches for your viewing pleasure. 673 Bergen Ave (Duncan/Fairview), 201-322-6100. Map

11am-10pm SAWADEE THAI CUISINE presents “The Final Frontier: Photographs by Edward Fausty,” April 10 – June 6, 2009. Come explore the artwork in Sawadee’s dining room and enjoy their exciting Thai menu. 137 Newark Ave (Grove/Barrow Sts), 201-433-0888. Barrier-free. Map

6pm-8pm GALLERIE HUDSON presents “Meet The Artist Series.” Extending the Frozen Moment : Representing the distinctive works of contemporary visual artist Darin De-Field. Meet the artist Friday, June 5th from 6-8pm and Saturday, June 6th from 3-6pm. 197 Newark Ave (at Jersey Ave), 201-434-1010. Map

6pm-close OX RESTAURANT presents an Opening Reception for “On the Verge…” by Tom Wilson, Daniel Bainbridge & Rene Mayorga. These artists touch upon the melding of physical abstraction & figurative ideas. During this process, the road to establishing their work in a category is on the verge of discovering a path into the unknown. 176 Newark Ave (Erie St/Jersey Ave), 201-860-4000. Map

7pm-9pm FISH WITH BRAIDS GALLERY presents an Opening Reception for “Animal Pharm” by Lee Johnson. Animal Pharm: An exploration of pharmacotherapeutics and modern medicine as it impacts the environment, humanity, and society. Are all equal, or are some more equal than others? June 4th – June 18th, 2009 (Opening reception June 4th and 5th, 7-9pm both days). 521 Jersey Ave (Columbus Ave/Newark Ave), 201-451-4294. Map

7pm-9pm BALANCE SALON FOR HAIR and 18 ERIE GALLERY present an adventure through two amazing minds. Come and Explore the Art Life Of...Brody Morales and John Pen share their own individual visions, along with the resident artists Norm Francoeur and Mindy Gluck. We invite all characters to an evening of grooviness! Curated by Tara Thurber visionverbvibe@gmail.com 18 Erie St (Bay/First Sts), 201-324-2992. Map

7:30am-11pm MADE WITH LOVE ORGANIC BAKERY presents “A full day of art, fun and music at Made with Love!” All day: “Tiny Happy Things,” photographs of vintage knick-knacks by Ashley Lucas. 3pm: Chef Marco amazes with his cooking demonstration “Spinning Sugar Magic.” 4pm: The Balloonatic makes everything out of balloons! 5pm: Jill Jayne, “Rockstar Nutritionist,” performs songs from her rock ‘n roll nutrition show “Jump with Jill.” 7:30pm: Live world beat music with Joel Chassan. 530 Jersey Ave (Newark Ave/Christopher Columbus Blvd), 201-850-3260. Map

7pm-10pm NOLA PRESERVATION SOCIETY presents a viewing of “REBIRTH: New Orleans moving forward into the 21st Century.” Several young Hudson County artists, artists directly affected by Hurricane Katrina, musicians, and LITM restaurant/gallery join forces to organize an art exhibition, proceeds of which will send 100 volunteers to New Orleans for humanitarian service in June 2009. 140 Newark Ave (Grove/Erie Sts), 201-536-5557. Barrier-free. Map

10pm-close OX RESTAURANT presents an After Party for “re:INVENT the scene,” for Jennifer Uman, Mark Finne, Tom Wilson, Daniel Bainbridge and Rene Mayorga. Music by Dr. Shakes and DJ Tomorrow. 176 Newark Ave (Erie St/Jersey Ave), 201-860-4000. Map

7pm-8:30pm ART HOUSE PRODUCTIONS and COSI CAFÉ AND RESTAURANT present an Opening Reception for Jersey City artist Katherine Ramos. Ramos works primarily in pen and ink, and her latest work is influenced by fashion illustration, patent medicine packaging, and Late Victorian conceptualizations of disaster and divine retribution. These postcard-sized pieces create objects of memory from things best forgotten, but they also contain and isolate loci of fear and finality. Curated by Emily Helck. 545 Washington Blvd (Pavonia Ave/Newport Pkwy), 201-963-0533. Barrier-free. Map

7:30pm-11pm THE POINTE AT PORT LIBERTE proudly presents the Cintron Brothers on Spanish guitar. Enjoy the music while taking in the Pointe’s breathtaking view of the Hudson River, New York skyline, Brooklyn Bridge and Statue of Liberty. 2 Chapel Ave, 201-985-9854. Map

12pm-8pm BIG DRUM ART & FRAMING invites you to view our in-store artwork featuring our talented employees. Newly graduated with art degrees, Wansze Lee and Rossana Villaflor. Also, award-winning portrait artist Sarah Becktel. 127 First St (at Provost Ave), 201-418-8771. Barrier-free. Map  

2pm-9pm FIRST STREET STUDIOS present the “First Street Studio Show.” Come view what's new at the First Street Studios! See paintings from three different artists highlighting abstract, surrealist and mixed media works. Fabricio Suarez, Daniel Suarez and Deanna Angelo all show. Drinks and light snacks served. 123 First St, 2nd Fl (@ Warren St), 917-582-1645. Map

5pm-8pm D.E.E.N. DESIGNER BOUTIQUE and 140 GALLERY present “Powerhouse Arts District Local Artist Displays.” Join us for a demonstration of the best local artist of the Powerhouse Arts District. You will enjoy amazing art, wine & cheese, and live music (local DJ). Stop by between 5-8 and you might get a chance to meet some artists. 140 Bay St (Provost/Warren Sts), 908-296-7679. Barrier-free. Map

5pm-9pm HABIB AYAT STUDIO invites you to an open studio art viewing. Habib Ayat will feature music, refreshments and artwork including cityscapes, abstracts, landscapes and the latest works (a new series). Stop by and see it in person. You won’t regret it! 364 Marin Blvd (@ First St). Barrier-free. Map

7pm-11pm THE J.A. PROJECT GALLERY invites you to their Grand Opening event, located in the heart of downtown Jersey City. Complimentary wine all night. Music provided by DJ Unkle Chips. Launched with the idea to showcase artwork of superlative quality by up and coming artists. We are dedicated to introducing and promoting diverse artists looking to express their voice through various mediums of contemporary art. 341 Marin Blvd (Morgan St/Bay St), 973-981-5991. Map

8pm-11pm A CONDOS presents “Acoustic @ the A Condos,” an evening of acoustic acts featuring BlakeIan, Chris Carney, and Brandon. A Condos will also be hosting several different artists’ work in the lobby. Musical performance will be held on the patio. 389 Washington Blvd (1st/2nd Sts), 917-327-5210. Map

10:00am-5pm A SOUND START presents “Open House at A Sound Start.” A Sound Start presents a summer open house. Join us for a free day of interactive music for the whole family! Demo Kindermusik classes, Itsy Bitsy Yoga classes, and infant massage with Laura Lacey will be held throughout the day. Visit our website for a full schedule. 489 Jersey Ave (@ Mercer St), 201-200-1342. Map

11am-8pm JERSEY CITY MUSEUM invites you to enjoy free museum admission with extended gallery hours. 6pm: A special evening featuring “Investigations of Place,” curated by Natalie McKeever and featuring short videos that use experimental imagery to explore how personal narratives are imprinted on landscapes. Short films shown on rotation, ambient music performed by Jeff Thompson and Matt Ortega in the atrium throughout the evening. Refreshments will be served. 350 Montgomery St (@ Monmouth St), 201-413-0303 ext.144. Barrier-free. Map

3:30pm-5:30pm LILA STUDIO invites you and your child to participate in Musical Collage! 3:30-4:15pm (for 3-6 years) and 4:30-5:30 (for 7-12 years). Together you will explore colors, shapes, lines and texture as you and your child collaborate on a collage with others to the fun and groovy sounds of music. The Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne St (Barrow St/Jersey Ave), thelilastudio@gmail.com. Map

6pm-7:30pm LILA STUDIO invites you to a Figurative Drawing Session. Please bring your own materials (bringing a drawing board is recommended). No photography allowed. Live music at The Barrow Mansion hosted by The Attic Ensemble will follow this event. The Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne St (Barrow St/Jersey Ave), thelilastudio@gmail.com. Map

6pm-12am GRIGORY GUREVICH ART AND DESIGN STUDIO AND GALLERY presents a Pantomime Workshop (6-7pm); Sculpture demonstration and sale of art work (7-8pm). Exhibited work: paintings, sculptures, drawings, books, prints. Social gathering (8pm-12am). All welcome to bring donation of food and “spiritual solutions.” 282 Barrow St, 2nd floor, right buzzer (Mercer/Montgomery Sts), 201-451-4862. Map

7pm-8:30pm NIMBUS DANCE WORKS presents “JC Grooves.” Catch the final performance of Nimbus Dance Works’ program in the Jersey City public schools. Top-notch professionals from Nimbus perform alongside Jersey City middle school students who have rehearsed over three months for this exhilarating event! Support local youth as they perform their hearts out for the community. Middle School #4, 107 Bright St (@ Varick), 201-377-0718. Barrier-free. Map

8pm-10pm THE ATTIC ENSEMBLE presents “MicroTime Tour featuring the 13 O'Clock Blues Band,” drawing musical mojo from the volcanic flow of the Harmonic Series, meshing rhythms and lyrics into a psychedelic blues stew. Discussion/demonstration led by microtonal maverick and guitarist, Jon Catler. Musicians: Jon Catler, Babe Borden, Mat Fieldes, Lorne Watson, Dane Johnson, Joseph Liebhart. Funded in part through Meet The Composer's MetLife Creative Connections program. The Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne St (Barrow St/Jersey Ave), 201-413-9200. Barrier-free. Map