All Points West Confiscates Celebrity Snack

Susan Sarandon had trail mix confiscated by security guards at the All Points West concert, even though she is a celebrity, and she was waiting in the special celebrity line, reports the post. Does being famous mean nothing anymore? Is trail mix so dangerous that concert goers should have it confiscated?

All Eyes on Park Concert

The attention this weekend was on the All Points West Concert, a three day even held in Liberty State Park. Locals in the know found out the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway remained open during the concert providing free access to the best shows. The Times provides a write up, while Gothamist provides excellent photos. Time Out New York went day by day. Most of the other coverage, of which there was plenty, focused on Radiohead, the headline band on Friday and Saturday.

Music Festival Kicks off Today

The All Points West concert opens today in Liberty State Park, meaning its probably a good idea to avoid Lafayette, Liberty State Park, and the light rail line south of Exchange Place.

The concert officially ends at 11pm, so expect the PATH and light rail system to get a bit crowded around then. Also, with lots of out of towners coming in for the festival, you can bet the parking authority will have a field day with the boot, so make sure you garage the car if you lack the necessary permits.

Gothamist has a nice map of the fair grounds. If you happen to be going, note the official rules prohibit in-and-outs, so if you live downtown and hope to catch an early show before slipping out for a few beers on Grove Street, you won't be getting back in.

Major Concert Opens Tomorrow

All Points West, a three day concert event in Liberty State Park, opens tomorrow. The massive concert features Radiohead and Jack Johnson. When tickets initially went on sale, per diem tickets sold out quickly, forcing concert goers to purchase the more expensive three day pass.

However, daily tickets are once again available. The doors open at noon, and the concert is scheduled to end each night at 11. Residents should expect the light rail line to be extra crowded this weekend as the concert organizers are encouraging the use of mass transit.

Concert goers be warned, the organizers have instituted more regulations than the TSA.

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Bomb Scare at Liberty State Park

Hudson Now reports on today's bomb scare at Liberty State Park, courtesy of a big brown UPS truck, with photos.

Liberty State Park Fireworks Kick-off at 9:15, Festival 2pm

Jersey City's Independence Day celebration starts today at 2pm in Liberty State Park with concert performances leading up to the fireworks show. The fireworks will start at approximately 9:15. Liberty State Park is easily accessible by the Hudson Light Rail line, Liberty State Park Station.

Red Arrows Rip Up Sky

A loud rumble shook houses across Jersey City last night around 7pm leading many long time residents fearing another terror attack on the city while simply baffling more recent transplants. But the jets last night were part of a planned air show at Liberty State Park, the Red Arrows. The Red Arrows are the British equivalent of the Blue Angels, top tier fighter pilots who perform stunts and formation flight.

JC Register has posted a few stunning photos of the flight group as well as a video of the jets tearing across the Jersey City skyline.

Jersey City Uncovered Goes Sailing, Eats Polish Food

Online magazine Jersey City Uncovered goes to sailing school at the Liberty Marina while enjoying some Polish Food at a downtown restaurant.

Arts Festival Sunday

An arts festival will be held on Sunday afternoon in Liberty State Park at the old railroad terminal notes the Jersey Journal. This is the 34th year of the festival to be held between 1pm and 7pm.

McCain Visits Jersey City

Presidential candidate John McCain visited the Liberty Science Center today, notes WNYC.

Friends of Liberty State Park Celebrate 20 Years

The friends of Liberty State park celebrated 20 years with a luncheon today, notes Hudson Now.

Science Center to Host Free Asthma Screening

JC Register points out a free asthma screening will be held at Liberty Science Center on May 17, hosted by the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology.

Green Expo to be Held at Park

Liberty State Park will play host to the PSE$G Global Green Expo this weekend, NEW blog mentions. The events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday will be held in the historic railroad terminal and include speakers and seminars.

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Park to Become Wildlife Refuge

Liberty State Park will receive $32 million to convert 234 acres of land into a wildlife refuge, reports Newsday.com The contaminated section of park is currently fenced off.

ZipCar Adding More Vehicles

ZipCar, the time share car rental service, is adding more vehicles, notes a post on JCList. New vehicles are being added at NJ Transit stations around the state including the Liberty State Park station.

County 5k Run, Park Walk

The Hudson County Improvement Authority is hosting a 5k run to benefit the county green fund in conjunction with Friends of Liberty State Park, on Saturday April 19th. Pre-registration is $17, day of registration is $20.

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Liberty State Park Attracts Development

The 1,120 acre park attracts 5 million visitors a year, and now private developers treat the park as an amenity, notes the Hudson Reporter. Three residential towers are planned as part of the Liberty National Golf Course, south of the park. Not mentioned in the article is The View, a two tower project slated to be built at the entrance to Liberty State Park.

All Points West Brings Major Bands to Liberty State Park

Radiohead and Jack Johnson will be headlining the All Points West concert in Liberty State Park this August. Day and three day passes are currently on sale. According to the concert website, presale tickets sold out in 4 hours-- nothing like a little marketing hype to help move tickets, but Radiohead fans should remember the last time the band played in Liberty State Park, the concert sold out.