Navigating the sea of Jersey City bands has been anything but futile; the problem is there are just too many great bands to cover! Black Wail is all about the riff, the groove and making sure that you are not only listening to their music but you are feeling it as well. Releasing their EP […]
Henry Greenfield
Cross-country road trips are a bucket list staple for many Americans. Few, however, would dare consider a cross-country bike ride – unless you’re Henry Greenfield. A 24-year-old Jersey City native and active cyclist, Henry is nearing the one year anniversary of his 50 day, 3400 mile long fundraising bike trip from Jersey City to California. […]
15th Annual LGBT Jersey City Pride Festival Recap
Michael Billy’s Love and Marriage On Monday night, I finally got a chance to kick off my pride week. Now, I know I was a tad bit late to the game, missing out on two very fabulous events (including Ty’s Bar in NYC and Sundays Are a Drag Brunch at Brightside Tavern), both of which I heard were huge […]
Giving back in Jersey City – the back-to-school edition
As a mom I have felt my heart-strings tugged on by a variety of things that in the past wouldn’t impact me as much. I feel incredibly fortunate that my son does not have to want or worry about anything, but at the same time, I feel an incredible responsibility to ensure that other children […]
Montgomery Gardens Implosion
This morning marked the demolition of the Montgomery Gardens in Jersey City. The morning was quiet with the sun rising over the New York skyline. Directly below stood mere carvings of what the Montgomery Gardens used to be. Tensions have been running high since a thundering roar echoed throughout the streets. As the dust settled […]
ChicpeaJC Health Challenge Tip 3
As some of you know for the past month I’ve been on a quest to get back to healthy living. Which means working out regularly and eating clean with the help of Kristin my health coach and owner of IronPlate Studios. Here is my recap of the week! I got some really great workouts at Krank […]
12 Seniors Awarded for Donating over 100 Articles of Clothing
Yesterday was a beautiful day to recognize a set of senior citizens who have helped design even more beautiful garments for the needy. On Thursday morning, guests and new outlets flocked to Maureen Collier Memorial Senior Center to watch 12 seniors present their hand-made creations to two local organizations – Hope House and Women […]
Top Five Things to Do This Weekend in Jersey City
It seems like every weekend is becoming more and more exciting as we go on! However, this has also made me realize that summer is soon coming to a close. The mornings filled with cool breezes carry on throughout the day. Even the leaves are starting to change color, but Jersey City isn’t ready for summer to […]
Pageant Pom Mom: The Web Series
What do you get when you mix beauty pageants, Jersey City, and a couple of adorable Pomeranians? The upcoming JC-based web series Pageant Pom Mom, of course! I caught up with Brooke Hoover, the contagiously cheerful mastermind behind the project, to talk about the series, the stars, and the feel-good message underneath it all. (Fun […]
Jersey City Systema
As you all know by now, I am on a health quest to get back to my pre-blogging lifestyle of eating healthy and exercising regularly. Part of this quest is to also discover new ways of incorporating activities that are good for my body and my soul. Let’s be honest, exercising can get monotonous and […]
Bloomsbury Sq.
942 Summit is a co-op shared by Who’s Gluten Free?, Do You Tea? and Bloomsbury Square- a total trifecta for all things natural and delicious. (Owners Niambi Cacchioli and Kelly of Do You Tea? even share some ingredients for their teas and skincare products.) You immediately feel at home when you step into this shop, and […]
Free Kayaking Day at The Jersey City Reservoir
Did you know that you can go kayaking and fishing in Jersey City? No, I’m not referring to various spots at the waterfront. Right in the middle of Jersey City Heights is a hidden gem. Behind those stone walls you’ve probably driven by between Summit and Central Avenue sits reservoir number three. I’ve lived in […]
The Last American Guido
A week ago I went to Bocelli’s on Central Ave for a meet and greet of the cast and crew of the indie film “The Last American Guido”. When I got the invite I checked out the actors and directors bio’s and they all have ties to Jersey City. Most of the movie was even shot […]
Mayor of the Day
About a week ago, John Lynch a Jersey City “mover and shaker” contacted me to let me know his “little brother” would be Mayor for the day. John amongst all the other amazing things he does giving back to the Jersey City community, volunteers for the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Hudson County. Every […]
Jacklyn.Lune
For months I’ve been following Ashley aka @jacklyn.lune, a Jersey City native fashion blogger and mental health advocate on Instagram. Her daily posts combine fashion and inspirational quotes that help uplift her followers (including myself). Ashley also helps raise awareness of Anxiety Disorders by sharing her daily personal struggles and triumphs. Ashley is an extremely […]
Step into Fall with the Right Jacket
August is really one of the trickiest shopping months. While we are all spending our days off at the beach, the local shop owners are stocking up for the upcoming season. As fall approaches, the need for outerwear pops up and the options this year are endless. Now is the perfect time to snag […]
A Magical Weekend Recap
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Martucci Field by Crystal Davis Friday marked the re-grand opening of Pavonia Marion Park Martucci Field on West Side. Children and family frolicked to the re-grand opening and ribbon cutting. This event featured Mayor Steven Fulop, Mayors of the Day, Jersey City Public School No. 6 students Nicholas and Jazlyn, […]
The Battle of Paulus Hook
History came alive last night at the Battle of Paulus Hook commemoration as a fife and drummer reenactment group led flag-waving celebrators, young and old, from the corner of Washington and Dudley to Paulus Hook Park, proving that the past is not dead. The march, now in its 10th year and put on by the […]
Resident Spotlight: Joely Reyes
I have never met anyone as passionate or knowledgeable about Jersey City’s growing culinary scene as Joely Reyes. Joely is a dear friend of mine who I met back in high school at McNair. A West Side resident for over ten years, she has long been determined to change the way others view our city. […]
Top 7 Things to do This Weekend in Jersey City
I always find it a little too ordinary when people say that “There’s nothing to do on the weekend.” One of the best parts about living in Jersey City as it is at its peak is that there’s so much to do and so little time. As cliché as that may be, it’s the truth – spreading […]
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