Absolute Beginner Sewing
Mondays Sept 16, 23, 30, & Oct 7
6:30-9p
Register Today!

Calling all those who are sewing machine curious! Learn to sew basic stitches, follow a sewing pattern, and walk away with a custom oversized Tshirt that YOU sewed! More info

Gallery Hours - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.”

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Artist Talk w/Musical Guest Parker Cheek Duo - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
September 28 | Doors 6:30p, Music 7p
Tickets

Join artist Buttered Roll for a talk about alchemy, personal transformation, and his latest show, Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same, and enjoy music from the Parker Cheek Duo. The talk will be followed by an original performance by Kasper Klop & Morwenna Spagnol. Moderated by SMUSH Gallery’s Katelyn Halpern.

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.” On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Gallery Hours - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.”

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Dance Night!
Sept 27 | 7:30p, No Early Entry
$10 at the door

Come enjoy local contemporary dance in an inviting atmosphere! Hang after for chit chat with the artists. Performances by Rebecca Gual, Cara Hagan, Katelyn Halpern, Amber Sloan, and Meagan Woods.

Closed - Private Rehearsal

Want to rent SMUSH? Visit our Rentals page for info on rates & booking!

Absolute Beginner Sewing
Mondays Sept 16, 23, 30, & Oct 7
6:30-9p
Register Today!

Calling all those who are sewing machine curious! Learn to sew basic stitches, follow a sewing pattern, and walk away with a custom oversized Tshirt that YOU sewed! More info

Gallery Hours - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.”

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Extended Gallery Hours - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
Extended Hours! 3-7p
We’re staying open an extra hour for the 14C Art Crawl — come see us!

Bolivareando: Similar Not the Same
On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.”

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Absolute Beginner Sewing
Saturdays Sept 21 & Oct 5, 12, 19
12-2:30pm
Register Today!

Calling all those who are sewing machine curious! Learn to sew basic stitches, follow a sewing pattern, and walk away with a custom oversized Tshirt that YOU sewed! More info

Happening @ SMUSH: Monthly Crafting Circle, hosted by JC Crafting Circle
Sept 19 | 6:30-9pm
Free!
Website | JC Crafting Circle IG

Bring your crafts and join the JC Crafting Circle for a night of crafting, tunes, snacks, and nice people. Extra supplies provided.
Email jccraftingcircle@gmail.com for accessibility needs.

Absolute Beginner Sewing
Mondays Sept 16, 23, 30, & Oct 7
6:30-9p
Register Today!

Calling all those who are sewing machine curious! Learn to sew basic stitches, follow a sewing pattern, and walk away with a custom oversized Tshirt that YOU sewed! More info

WORK/SHARE Virtual Artist Feedback Session
Sept 15 | 6:30-9p eastern on Zoom
$15-30 sliding scale
RSVP Required

Give and get the most useful feedback possible - come to WORK/SHARE! Share your work, meet other artists, and hone your response skill in a constructive, moderated setting. Open to artists and creators of all disciplines. Join us virtually from anywhere!

Facilitated by Katelyn Halpern (she/her), SMUSH Gallery Co-Artistic Director & multidisciplinary artist. Email hello@smushgallery.com with questions or access needs!

Fall/Winter Sessions
September 15
October 13
November 10
December 15
all sessions are Sundays 6:30-9p eastern, held on Zoom

Gallery Hours - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.”

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Extended Gallery Hours - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
Extended Hours! 2-6p
We’re opening early for Bergen Square Day — come see us at the street fair right around the corner at Bergen & Academy.

Bolivareando: Similar Not the Same
On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.”

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Bergen Square Day Street Festival
12-6p | Around the corner at Bergen & Academy

Come see us at Bergen Square Day! Meet SMUSH, find out about upcoming events, and shop our art & merch. Back by popular demand, participate in our FREE community activity Letters To a Stranger.
More About Bergen Square Day

TEXT-FOR-POEM Closing Reception and Reading
Sept 13 | Doors 6p, Reading 6:30p
Free! Donations appreciated

Join us for the TEXT-FOR-POEM Closing Reception and Reading, part of JC Fridays! Celebrate the closing of this city-wide poetry project, hear readings from participating poets, and meet other poetry lovers.
Doors at 6pm, Reading begins promptly at 6:30pm.
Learn more about the project and see work from participating poets on IG @textforpoem

Closed - Private Rehearsal

Want to rent SMUSH? Visit our Rentals page for info on rates & booking!

Gallery Hours - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.”

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Gallery Hours - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.”

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Opening Reception - Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same
Sept 6 | 6-9pm
On View Sept 6 - Oct 13

Join us for the opening reception for Buttered Roll’s new solo show, Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same Friday. September 6 from 6-9pm.

Bolivareando: Similar, Not the Same is the latest major body of work by Colombian-born painter and poet Buttered Roll. Countless iterations of a character that resembles Simón Bolívar, el Libertador, populate the exhibition. He is rendered in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink — or maybe it is merely his likeness. He imitates a house plant, puts up drywall, stands on his own tongue, and considers an enlarged foot in a cavernous night while doing his best impersonation of Oedipus. As the artist writes, “Historical Bolivar (HB) and the Bolivar of Bolivareando (BB) are almost two entirely distinct entities… BB as a character, is derived from the historical figure of Bolivar, but BB is almost entirely alienated from history and from his original context. The Bolivar of Bolivareando, following this alienation, has been repurposed and recontextualized. Although he is still recognizable to some as the historical Bolivar, the Bolivar of Bolivareando is almost an entirely different being.”

Gallery Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 3-6p
Sept 7 & 8
Sept 14* & 15
Sept 21* & 22
Sept 28 & 29
Oct 12 & 13

*Sept 14 Open Early for Bergen Square Day, 2-6p
Sept 21 Open Late for the Art Crawl, 3-7p

We’re Open for JCAST!
Oct 4 | 5-9p
Oct 5 | 5-9p
Oct 6 | 5-8p

Closed - Private Rehearsal

Want to rent SMUSH? Visit our Rentals page for info on rates & booking!

Happening @ SMUSH: August Crafting Circle, hosted by JC Crafting Circle
Aug 20 | 6:30-9pm
Free!
More info

Bring your crafts and join the JC Crafting Circle for a night of crafting, tunes, snacks, and nice people. Extra supplies provided.
Email jccraftingcircle@gmail.com for accessibility needs.

Summer *BRUNCH* Community Potluck
June 1 | 12p
$10 suggested

IT’S BRUNCH!! Hey, can you make something for the potluck?! Join in on our Summer Community Potluck — bring your best egg dish, savory baked goods, and secret family recipes for an afternoon of camaraderie and good times!

This season, we are joined by presenter Hudson Pride Center and performers Vanity LaVain, and Scud Missel. Coffee is on us!

Spring Dance Series: Dance-Theater Workshop with morgaine de leonardis & Regina Ippolito
May 25 | 2-5p
Free with RSVP

Join the artists for a dance-theater workshop with live opera! Thought of as a dance-theater laboratory, we will dive into performance and creation tools, immersive techniques, partnering with the set and props, character work, and moving with live opera. By the end of our three hour time together we will have a short piece to perform together at least once.

This program is made possible by a grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a division of the Department of State, and administered by the Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourism Development, Craig Guy, Hudson County Executive & the Hudson County Board of County Commissioners.