JC Fridays is finally back! Which means summer is officially here! On June 2nd from 5PM to 10PM, stop by the Groove on Grove for great local bands, some fresh cocktails, delicious food from local businesses, and products from vendors of The Artist & Maker Market. THIS IS A FREE EVENT! and perfect for the whole family. […]
Recap of the Second Annual JC Fitness Fair
On May 20th, JC Families and ChicpeaJC held the second annual Jersey City Fitness Fair in front of City Hall. From 11 AM to 2 PM, the public was able to join us for demos, get to know local fitness and health businesses, and try some foods from local vendors. It was a blast!! DJ Bizznice […]
Upcoming Shows at Monty Hall
If you haven’t been to WFMU’s Monty Hall, you’re missing out on one of Jersey City’s best live music venues. WFMU is the longest running freeform radio station in the United States and for years has been inviting unique artists from around the world to take part in Jersey City’s vibrant and budding music scene. […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 5/29/17 – 6/4/17
Want more? Check us out at haveanight.com and follow us @haveanight_jc! Monday – May 29th Memorial Day @ Würstbar Würstbar is celebrating Memorial Day with $5 Haus Dogs all day! A HUGE thank you to all of our armed forces for their service protecting our country! Tuesday – May 30th NJ Craft Drafts @ Atlas Public House Atlas Public […]
Grandmaster of Backgammon Victor Ashkenazi
Every single day, I find out about people who live in Jersey City who have exceptional talents. It’s almost mind-boggling. Alia Azamat emailed me a few months ago telling me about her partner, Victor Ashkenazi, who works in trading at Golden Sachs by day and grandmaster of backgammon by night. Backgammon is a board game based […]
Top 9 Red Flags That You Should Swipe Left On
It is so easy these days to browse through potential dates. You can order up a slice of “hot guy pie” as easily as ordering Seamless. What used to be just waiting for the bus is now prime time to see what lovely lasses lurk nearby. Whether you’re looking for Mr./Ms. Right or Mr./Ms. Right […]
“She Gon’ Learn” at Jersey City Theatre Center
Next weekend, Jersey City Theatre Center presents the one-woman play “SHE GON’ LEARN” – a poignant, funny and universal story about youth, sexual awakening, racial realities and the insanity of dating. I had the chance to chat with the writer and performer, Lisa Rosetta Strum about the upcoming play. Do You Live in Jersey City? I […]
JC Getaways: 4 NJ Transit Day Trip Ideas for the Car-Less
For as much as Jersey City has to offer, it’s still easy to fall into a weekend routine where we do the same things. We do the same chores, we go to the same bars and restaurants, or we don’t go anywhere at all and we stay home. This is where a little spontaneity in the […]
The Opening of Jersey City’s Pools & Sprinklers
To celebrate the unofficial kickoff to summer, Mayor Fulop and the Department of Recreation have announced the opening of 10 pools and 15 water sprinkler systems citywide to help residents cool off from the heat. Pools and sprinklers will be open and available for use, and all sprinklers will be kept on until Labor Day from 11 AM to […]
Jersey City Craft Brew Fest
On June 3rd, stop by Harborside for the Jersey City Craft Brew Fest! There’ll be two sessions: Session 1 is 12PM – 4PM Session 2 is 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Enjoy over 150 styles of craft beer, delicious food, and great music in the Harborside Atrium and along the Waterfront, taking in the wonderful […]
Top 7 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
Memorial Day weekend is here! Enjoy your three-day weekend with some fun events, from pop ups to parties. You can also check out our Event Calendar for plenty of other options! Thursday 1. Shimmer Vintage Pop Up May 25 @ 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM Love Locked, 353 Grove St Join Shimmer Vintage for their spring pop […]
Recap of LSC After Dark: Grecian Gala
On May 18th, Liberty Science Center had their LSC After Dark: Grecian Gala party and it was a blast. To my surprise, many people showed up in togas! It was my first ever toga party, which was cool. There was a pottery lab, wine tasting, the Rat Olympics, and a Hercules challenge for people who […]
A Character Building Youth Program by Master Sup
World Brick Breaking Champion Master Sup is looking to expand his Anti-Bullying and Gang awareness youth program in Jersey City, and he needs your help! His passion is to “save our young tomorrow’s leaders with Martial Arts” through character building with a Karate Character Building Academy in Jersey City. He has produced real results with […]
Fleet Week at Liberty State Park
On Sunday May 28th, stop by Liberty State Park for the 2nd Annual Fleet Week! From 12PM to 5PM, you can catch the fun as the US Navy along with other Sea Services bring the annual Fleet Week New York festivities to the LSP community. Parking will be $7, but the event itself is free! Fleet Week celebrates […]
Opportunities available at ChicpeaJC
Are you looking to get some experience, or do you want to work with the ChicpeaJC team? Look through the opportunities below and you might find something you’re interested in! Photography Intern for the Summer – At least 2 full days a week and available for special events – Have a DSLR and a laptop or […]
Let’s Explore: The History of Journal Square
Where is Journal Square? Journal Square sits north of West Side and McGinley Square, west of Hamilton Park, and south of the Heights. I spoke with Andrea Lew, Founder of the Bergen Square Historical Society, and James Dievler, member of The New JSQ Community Association Board of Trustees, and the chairperson of its History Committee […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 5/22/17 – 5/28/17
Want more? Check us out at haveanight.com and follow us @haveanight_jc! Monday – May 22nd Lobsterfest @ Amelia’s Bistro Lobsterfest returns to Amelia’s Bistro tonight! Enjoy a 1 1/4 lb. full Lobster for only $15.95 with purchase of any wine or cocktail from their special drink list. Dine in only! Tuesday – May 23rd Eeeeeats @ O’Leary’s Publik House […]
Help the PERC Shelter This Month
The Palisades Emergency Residence Corporation (PERC) Shelter in Union City is in need of Soup Kitchen supplies, and they could use your support! If you are able to help, the PERC Shelter is asking that the Hudson County community come together to donate items like disposable plates, cups, and bowls, as well as 50-gallon trash […]
Trader Joe’s Opens in Hoboken
Trader Joe’s recently opened their new location in Hoboken. It seems like most of us who live on this side of Hudson County have been waiting for this to happen for a while. As you all know I encourage people to shop local, especially at the farmer’s markets during the summer months, as well as […]
Filipino Restaurant Week and the Growth of the Filipino Food Movement
Attention foodies! The 2017 Filipino Restaurant Week is on and running from May 15 – May 22. Inspired by NY Restaurant Week and now in its third year, eighteen Filipino restaurants from New York and New Jersey will be participating in serving three-course pre-fixe lunch and dinner menus ranging from $10-$35 per person. The Filipino American community […]
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