On January 30 at 11AM, several mayors and victims of non-violent cannabis convictions got together at the Newark City Hall Press Room to call for the expungements of these convictions. Mayors include: Mayor Steven M. Fulop Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka Hoboken Mayor Ravi S. Bhalla Bridgeton Mayor Albert Kelly Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr The […]
Top 5 Spots for Croissants in Jersey City
January 30th is National Croissant Day! Celebrate this pastry-centric holiday with some of our top recommendations for croissants in Jersey City. Choc-O-Pain Choc O Pain has tasty croissants, usually a neighborhood favorite, and their several locations make it easier to get a hold of them. Their menu includes varieties of croissants and sandwiches, including Ham […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 1/28/19 – 2/3/19
Check out some local spots for happy hour and plan out your week! If you’re looking for discounted prix-fixe meals, you can start by taking a look at Hudson Restaurant Week in the county. Check HudsonRW.com for a full list of participating businesses this week. Monday – January 28 Harry’s Daughter If you’re looking for […]
Jonathan Casillas, Super Bowl Champ and Founder of Jade’s Garden
Tomorrow night at Zeppelin Hall I am hosting the next Cannagather Networking Event. The Future of Athtletics: Cannabis and Entrepreneurship with special guest 2x Super Bowl champ, Jonathan Casillas. Officially retiring from the NFL in 2018 Jonathan wanted to continue to help others, so he set his eyes on the cannabis industry. Partnering with Chloe […]
Letter from Chicpea: How I Regained Control of My Body & Found Inner Peace
I get asked a lot about how I stay in shape and look great at my age. I do have articles coming up specifically about health and fitness from my perspective but before I delve into those things, it’s really important to share my struggles and inner issues that led me to make huge changes […]
4 Artists from Jersey City to Know Before They Blow Up
We’ve seen amazing artists come out of Jersey City – Joe Budden, Akon, Albee Al, the list goes on. The amount of talent here is incredible, and it’s always a great moment when we see artists succeed on a larger scale. Jay Hype Jay Hype is an artist and has been rapping for years. We reached […]
Liberty State Park Protection Act – What it is and What it Means
Liberty State Park’s open space is always enticing to developers who want to utilize the land for commercial space. Friends of Liberty State Park actively works toward preventing these developments from ruining the park. It seems the fight is continuing to make an impact! A bill was recently introduced to protect Liberty State Park from […]
Hudson Restaurant Week is Back for its Fifteenth Year!
Calling all foodies – Hudson Restaurant Week is back this winter for its fifteenth year! From January 28 to February 8, Hudson Restaurant Week is taking over 50 restaurants in the area. What is Hudson Restaurant Week? When you dine at one of the participating restaurants, you have a chance to sample a multi-course dinner […]
Women of JC
In the last few years, I really feel like things are changing and moving forward for the women equality movement, we definitely have a long way to go but I am confident that in the next 5-10 Years women will take over in all industries. We are getting stronger and stronger and I am here […]
Letter from Chicpea: The True Story of ChicpeaJC, PT 2
If you’re just joining us, make sure you read Part One first. To be honest, the reason this story is in two parts is because writing these posts, these honest from the heart letters to my readers, is extremely emotionally draining. When I type, I re-live those moments. I re-live the pain, the happiness, the […]
Bob’s Burgers’ John Roberts at TECCS
On Thursday, Emmy nominated actor, comedian and YouTube sensation John Roberts spoke with students at The Ethical Community Charter School (TECCS) in Jersey City as part of a Career Readiness Assembly hosted by The FSA Performing Arts Program. John is most known to audiences far and wide for playing the role of ‘Linda Belcher’ from […]
Where to Get CBD Supplements in Jersey City
CBD is known for its pain relief and relaxation components, but did you know you could get CBD-infused products from local businesses? Check out these 5 spots for CBD supplements, from creams to edibles. We’ve previously published articles about CBD and cannabis in general, if you’d like to learn more. Taproot Organics https://www.instagram.com/p/BqhxSKlFXky/ Taproot Organics […]
Art House Productions’ 13th Annual Snow Ball Gala
Join Art House Productions for the 2019 Snow Ball, their annual fundraising gala, on January 26th! From 7PM to 12AM, head over to Art House at Cast Iron Lofts (262 17th Street) for a black-tie event to help raise funds for a new season of arts and education programs along with a production of You’re A […]
10 Spots to Escape The Winter in Jersey City
With Jersey City’s large number of restaurants and shops, you stumble upon a few spots that feel like you’re on a little getaway. With this winter chill, we all want to take a little vacation. Escape the cold right here in Jersey City! SW3AT Sauna Studio View this post on Instagram A post shared by […]
Artists of JC – a Spotlight on Local Visual Artists
With the new year rolling in, the team and I were brainstorming new ideas for the blog and decided to highlight local artists in Jersey City. Visual art is a big part of Jersey City’s culture. No matter where you are, you’re likely to see graffiti, murals, or galleries dispersed throughout the neighborhoods. We wanted […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 1/15/19 – 1/20/19
Check out some local spots for happy hour and plan out your week! Tuesday – January 15 Hudson Hall Tuesdays at Hudson Hall are full of happy hour specials. From 12PM to 7PM, you can enjoy a half-dozen of East Coast Oysters and any draft beer for only $10. Then from 4PM till closing, you […]
Letter from Chicpea: The True Story of ChicpeaJC Part 1
I’ve talked about this a few times, but never really shared the full story of how this blog came about, why I am here, and how I got here. Since my first letter to you guys a few weeks ago and the encouragement I got from being open and honest with my readers, I felt […]
Newport Mall Shooting
Newport Mall was an integral part of my formative High School years. As a young High School student at the nearby McNair Academic High School, the mall was my destressor. Each Friday I would frequent the Food Court with my friend Gekson with a modest budget of $20. It was my time to goof around […]
10 Underrated Food Spots in Jersey City
Jersey City is filled with incredible spots. It seems like there’s something new opening up every week! It’s easy to fall into a routine of visiting the same places, or maybe you didn’t even realize how many other places hide within the streets of Jersey City. There are handfuls of underrated spots in the area […]
Barbers of Hudson County
Barbering is one of the oldest professions around. Did you know that barbers actually used to be surgeons? Barbers would perform surgery, bloodletting, even teeth extractions. Barbershops are known to be social hangout spots, you don’t just go to get fly for the weekend. It’s sort of like a social club. There are many talented […]
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