I’ve been a huge fan of Citoonthebeat for quite some time, every song he puts out is a banger. I am truly honored he chose ChicpeaJC to release “Joselito” a few weeks ago, and now his new video “Ride or Die” featuring Daniel Munoz. While I was in Israel about a week ago, Cito sent […]
Shut Up & Listen – White Party Edition
Join us on April 29th at Transmission for the our 8th installment of Shut Up and Listen, a quiet event series! This month’s theme is All White – dress from head to toe in white gear! There’ll be three DJs, three different genres: Kenneth Rage, DJ Robcast, and DJ Kevlove; Hip Hop, Top 40, and Throwbacks! […]
Content Creators Academy Board Members
Content Creators Academy (CCAJC) is a labor of love. When I thought of the idea almost a year ago, I knew that in order to make things happen I needed to do it with people who already make an impact in this community. The first person on my list was Brian Platt, Jersey City Director […]
Groove on Grove’s 10 Year Anniversary!
On May 3rd, Dancing Tony and HDSID’s Groove on Grove Concert Series will be celebrating their 10-year anniversary with “Decade-ance!”There’ll be a ribbon cutting ceremony at 5PM with Mayor Fulop in attendance, and Jersey City Sweets will be providing a cake. There’ll also be three local, homegrown bands performing – The Milwaukees, a rock band; Segunda […]
Sydelle Interiors for ChicpeaHQ
If you’ve ever wondered how our HQ space looks so good, you can thank Sydelle Interiors for her awesome work. She has organized everything perfectly to keep it looking spacious and chic, and I don’t know what our space would be without her! Watch Sydelle as she explains the story of ChicpeaHQ and see her […]
The Historic Downtown Farmers Market’s 10-Year Anniversary
On May 1st, the HDSID is celebrating the Farmers Market’s 10th anniversary with a day of fun-filled events! It all starts off with a ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Fulop at 3PM on the Grove Street PATH Plaza. The Farmers Market started back in 2007 with a small batch of vendors. Over the years, the number of vendors […]
HDSID Annual and Monthly Meeting – May
At 10AM on Tuesday, May 2, join the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID) for their annual Membership and Organizational meeting to adopt the annual budget and elect a new board. In order to be on the ballot, the person must own or manage property in our district. Members of the HDSID will have a ballot will […]
ChicpeaJC Turns 3 Auditions
Last month, we did a call on social media for local talent in Hudson County under 25 and held auditions at ChicpeaHQ on a Sunday afternoon. We were absolutely blown away by all the talented people who showed up! There’s some amazing talent in Hudson County, and we had a great time getting to know everyone. Thanks […]
Waly Muhammad, a Spiritual Resident Who Still Sees the Beauty!
At times, you will see or read about a person losing their drive after facing a life changing event. On the flip side, you will see or read about a person who experience a life changing event did not stop at the red light. I’m humbled and honored to know a senior who despite losing […]
LSC After Dark: Freak Show
LSC After Dark is back this month with a new theme – “Freak Show!” On April 20 from 6PM to 10PM, explore everything bizarre and unreal in the Science Center. There are so many amazing things going on at this party: LSC will have the Jersey City Oddities Market with talented vendors like Creepy Kraft Creations, Antisocial Jewelry […]
Busy Bee-Tox
A year ago I decided to take control of my health, I felt tired, sluggish and overall unhappy with my body. Exercise was never an issue for me, but eating always has been. If you read my first “Journey to Abs” you already know the full story. I honestly can’t say enough good things about […]
The Void by King TJay – Exclusive
Presenting The Void, King TJay’s debut 6-track EP that you have to get your hands on! Unique circumstance and unorthodox creative development has made TJay a bit of an artistic anomaly. Here he is, telling this coming-of-age story, sharing his humanity through music, and using his youthful spirit to deliver a message of self-love and humility […]
Seven Seconds: the Netflix Series about Jersey City
Seven Seconds is an upcoming Netflix show about the tensions between black citizens and white cops in Jersey City, based on the Russian film The Major (2013). The cast features actors like David Lyons, Beau Knapp, Regina King, Russell Hornsby, and more. There’s one huge problem: It’s being filmed in Mount Vernon. From the chatter online, people are very […]
Content Creators Academy Jersey City
As I sit here reflecting on the journey that led me to this moment, the realization of a dream is palpable. Nearly a year ago, following the success of ChicpeaJC Turns 2, I found myself pondering late into the night, grappling with the question of what comes next. While others might have reveled in the […]
The Tenants of The Vito A. Lofts
I fell in love with the Vito A. Lofts six months before I moved in. I walked by the building almost every day on my way to the original HQ. Long story short, we moved in January 1st and it’s been awesome. I love them! The building is almost full with only two units left, […]
Thee Nine Three
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to meet hip-hop music group Thee Nine Three in one of my favorite spots – Hamilton Pork. They graced us with a little rap performance and I loved their style. These guys are really down to earth and I had a blast getting to know them…even though they came […]
4 Spots to Get Poutine in Jersey City
Fries, gravy, and cheese. What more could you ask for? I’m from Canada and poutine is huge over there. I didn’t think I’d be able to find good poutine when I moved to Jersey City years ago, but I was surprised! There are just a few places in Downtown Jersey City with poutine on the […]
11 Things I learned about running my own biz
Everyone seems to love a good list these days! I figured I would use it to my advantage and share a few things I learned from being a small business owner. Now, I am still learning and I’ve only been doing this for less than three years so I am far from being a “Gary […]
LaBron Collins
LaBron Collins, a Jersey City native, is quite the renaissance man. I stumbled upon his Instagram page and found out that he was trying out for the next season of American Ninja Warrior. When he came to the office, Mike killed the set. I was extremely impressed with what LaBron is capable of. He’s in great shape, […]
Graffiti Artist Sue Works
It was all a dream. I never thought in a million years that I’d be sitting in a beautiful office with wonderful local artwork on the wall and a massive mural of my idol and my muse, the Notorious B.I.G. Let’s rewind a little bit. I’ve been following Sue Works’ art ever since I came […]
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