Continue giving back to the community during the fall season with Giving Digitized. Starting October 15 and continuing through November 15, Giving Digitized is hosting their October Toy and Coat Drive! Help provide coats to the community as the weather gets colder, and gift toys to children as the holiday season rolls around. With Giving […]
Fallin’ for Hudson Hound
Hudson Hound Jersey City is an elevated Irish restaurant that was set to open the day we went into lockdown, which is absolutely insane – talk about bad timing. That being said, they were eventually able to open their doors exactly one year ago today. I had the pleasure of visiting Hudson Hound for the […]
Vaccine Distribution Center Will Begin Distributing Pfizer Booster Shots
Hudson County Executive Announces Vaccine Distribution Center Will Begin Distributing Pfizer Booster Shots Anyone Eligible for a Booster Shot Under New CDC Guidance Will be Able to Receive One Starting Monday JERSEY CITY, NJ — With the federal government announcing parameters for booster shots of the COVID-19 vaccine, Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise is announcing […]
Readers’ Choice: Where to get your brows groomed in New Jersey + NYC
If you’re looking for a spot to get your eyebrows shaped or tinted, look no further! We asked our readers for their recommended spots and you delivered. If you’re looking for other eyebrow services, check out our roundup of New Jersey spots offering microblading! Hudson County Suite Tee172 Newark Ave, 3rd Fl, Jersey City Offers: […]
A Modern Love Story
and how I attracted the love of my life A year ago today, the algorithm gods blessed me and matched me with the love of my life on Hinge. While in bed with my love last night, I said to him, “A year ago, we didn’t know we existed and now look at us. It’s […]
Giving Back with Giving Digitized: September’s School and Grocery Drive
As we navigate an ongoing health crisis and limited in-person interactions, it’s as important as ever to find creative ways to give back to those in need and help people get access to necessary resources. If you’re looking to give back to the community this fall, consider participating in drives and fundraisers through Giving Digitized, […]
Legal Services for Small Businesses: NextGen Counsel
Being an entrepreneur is like nothing I’ve ever experienced. There is a reason why it isn’t for everyone. It’s a wonderful thing to find your passion and turn it into a career, essentially it’s the American dream! Something so many people strive for. What they don’t tell you is that when you run your own […]
On A Wing and a Prayer: a 9/11 Survivor’s Story
Today 20 years ago, our lives changed forever. I try to commemorate this day every year by sharing the unique stories of people in our community that where there that day. Kushal is a dear friend who I met a few years ago at the beginning of my spiritual journey. He and his wife Alak are meditation/breathwork […]
Babes of Jersey City – August 2021
It wouldn’t be a summer in Jersey City without your babes of JC – August Edition! Want to nominate a local babe? email editor@chicpeajc.com Dan Bassini – @danbassini Dan is a New Jersey born and raised photographer living in Downtown Jersey City. What do you currently do for a living? I’ve been a freelance photographer for […]
Podcasts you should listen to, according to our readers
There’s nothing like starting the day with a great podcast! We asked our readers for podcast suggestions and received plenty of great suggestions. You can find most of these podcasts on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, and/or Stitcher.“About” descriptions have been gathered from the podcast pages. Comedy + Entertainment How Did This Get Made About: Have you […]
Nominations for the Jersey City Art Awards are now open!
Press release from JCAC The Jersey City Arts Council (JCAC) is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2021 Jersey City Arts Awards! Anyone can nominate a local artist or arts organization for recognition, and winners will be announced in December. Nominations for exceptional members of our arts community can be submitted […]
Recipes: Very Easy Chopped Israeli Salad
I am having the best time partnering with Kings Food Markets to bring you my favorite recipes. I make all these items all the time because they are healthy, easy and super delicious! All inspired by my mom’s cooking. Today I am sharing a salad I make always everyday because it’s filling and simple and […]
Cardi B + Offset spotted in Jersey City
Looks like Jersey City might be getting some new A-list residents! Over this past weekend, Cardi B and Offset were spotted house hunting in Jersey City and even checking out The Beach apartments right in Newport. Wearing an Emilio Pucci bodysuit, Cardi showed off her beautiful baby bump on the search. The pair is said […]
Roger Muller of Muller Insurance
“Support your local Insurance Agent” A few years ago, I sat down with Roger Muller the heir of Muller Insurance a local company that’s been around Hudson County for over 100 years. This guy is such an interesting character, so interesting, outgoing and friendly. The type of person that you could get stuck talking to […]
Jersey City Unveils 100-foot Mural Painted by Jersey City’s Youth Summer Program
Jersey City’s youth stayed productive this summer, while also helping to beautify their community. Mayor Steven M. Fulop visited the Jersey City Mural Arts Youth Summer Program (JCMAP) as the young artists, ages 14-24, put the finishing touches on their work of art, a 100-foot-long mural. This year’s mural theme is Jersey City’s Sister Cities, to couple the creative process with research […]
Artist Spotlight: 4sakn
Earlier this summer the city of Jersey City and the Mural arts program organized a city-wide mural festival including artists from all over the world and Jersey City. I was fortunate to attend the press conference where I met New Jersey artist 4sakn who helped organize this amazing festival as well as paint in it! […]
6 date night spots in New York City
Spruce up your date nights with a night out in New York City. From speakeasies to rooftop bars, there’s always an amazing spot to enjoy with your partner. Here are 6 of our (many) favorite date night spots in Manhattan and Brooklyn! Thyme Bar 20 W 23rd St Located in the Flatiron district, Thyme is […]
Where to get your brows microbladed in New Jersey, according to our readers
Looking for the perfect brows without the daily shaping? Treat yourself to microbladed eyebrows with these recommended spots in New Jersey! Art of the Arch82 Main St, Chatham Price: $1,100 – includes initial appointment and touchup within 4-6 weeks of the first appointment. Website: https://www.theartofthearch.com/ Fierce by SashannyJersey City Licensed esthetician Sasha will be offering microblading […]
Morristown is Waiting For You – A Quick Getaway Guide
Written by Ms. Morristown Just over 30 miles outside NYC, the town of Morristown is known for both its history and its booming development. From parks to the arts, restaurants to museums; it doesn’t matter if you’re here for a night or just signed the lease on your new downtown apartment-you’ll have more than enough […]
Jersey City Native Makes the Cut for FBoy Island
27-year-old Fernando Titus is a chiropractor and Bobsled Olympic Hopeful who was born and raised in Jersey City and currently resides in Santa Monica, CA. After years of trying out for reality shows, McNair Academic alum Fernando Titus has made it as a contestant on FBoy Island, HBO Max’s newest dating competition series! Titus was […]