It’s International Beer Day! Grab a beer from your favorite local spot or discover someplace new. Here are just a few places to consider for a beer or two! Barcade 163 Newark Ave View this post on Instagram A post shared by Barcade ® (@barcade) Departed Soles 150 Bay St View this post on Instagram […]
Jersey City Opens New Skate Park with Tony Hawk Foundation Grant
JERSEY CITY – Mayor Steven M. Fulop and the Jersey City Redevelopment Agency (JCRA) were joined by local skateboarding pros for the official grand opening of the Berry Lane Skatepark, funded in part by the Tony Hawk Foundation. At nearly 12,000 square feet, the skatepark is the largest in Jersey City, and the first poured-in-place […]
3 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Plastic for August!
As summer is wrapping up, I know I know I can’t believe it either, now more than ever everyone’s trying to go to the beach and spend time outside (socially distant of course), which also means that comes with the use of more plastic. Soda cans for the park, plastic straws for your favorite Starbucks […]
Ani Ramen To Re-Open in Downtown JC
Yesterday in a heartfelt IG post, the wonderful Ani Ramen family announced that they will be closing their non-profit “Be Awesome Feed Somebody” in Jersey City and will re-open back as Ani Ramen Express on August 17th. “You have been truly awesome to the Ani & @beawesomefeeds family over the past few months and we […]
Dru Chainzzz
“Artist bringing to light both the gold around your neck and more importantly the gold with your heart” There are few people in this world that carry such a light within them that whenever they enter a room that light engulphs the whole space. Dru-Chainz is this person. I’ve met him a bunch of times […]
30 Black influencers you should follow on Instagram
Amplify Black voices and support Black artists, always. From designers to foodies, here are 30 Black influencers to follow on Instagram to add talent and taste to your feed. Arts + Creative The Creative Collective The Creative Collective NYC is a curated space for creatives of color. View this post on Instagram A post shared […]
6 Easy and Delicious Meals to Cook at Home
If you’re sitting at home hungry but don’t know what to make, don’t fret, you’re not alone! We’ve all faced a similar dilemma at one point or another, so we’ve come up with 6 easy and delicious meal ideas to save your dinner! Enjoy. Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs Gordon Ramsay’s own recipe, these slow-cooked beef […]
“The Plant House” – A Jersey City Green Oasis
It’s no secret to the advantages of having plants in your home, not just for decor purposes but for overall wellness. I have a cute little nook in my small JC apartment with a bunch of different sized plants and I love it. Any plant lover will tell you that once you start you can’t […]
10 Things To Prep for A Storm
A big storm is heading out way! Our new youth contributor Kashish Makker wrote a list of 10 Things To Prep for a storm. Better to be safe than sorry! Make an Emergency Kit Just in case an emergency happens and you aren’t able to run to the store – make an emergency kit with […]
6 Pools in NYC and NJ Offering Day Passes
On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than hitting the pool (and bonus points if that pool also includes a rooftop bar!). Here’s our list of the best pools in NYC and Jersey City offering day passes! NYC: The Beach at the Dream Downtown I did a staycation here last year and had a […]
Asana Soul Practice Yoga Studio Jersey City Re-Opens
Asana Soul Practice opened their doors Saturday, August 1st, after the Governors executive order allowing yoga studios to re-open at 25% capacity. Given the times we are in, selfcare and wellness is incredibly important and it’s no secret that yoga and meditation is so beneficial to one’s health; mind, body and spirit. I went to […]
5 Biking Trails Near Jersey City
A great way to get some fresh air and explore some new surroundings this summer is by checking out the coolest bike trails near Jersey City! So get outside, hop on your bike, and enjoy some fun outdoor activities while you still can! Columbia Trail Distance from Jersey City: 1 Hour This gorgeous bike trail […]
7 Places You Can Travel as an American Right Now (And Their COVID-19 Restrictions)
With the Covid-19 pandemic taking a heavy toll on international travel, many Americans are itching to revitalize their summer plans! Though many nations are beginning to reopen their doors to international travel, the majority of countries are barring US citizens from entering until further notice. This is largely due to the fact that the United […]
Virtual events and in-person activities to check out this summer
If you’re looking for some fun ways to pass the time this summer, we’ve got some ideas! There are still many online events going on, most of which can be found on Facebook’s Events or Eventbrite. Here are local options for virtual events and some in-person activities available in the area. Let us know if […]
11 drive-in theaters to check out in New Jersey and New York
Honestly, who would’ve thought drive-in movie theaters would make a comeback in 2020? If you miss the social aspect of a trip to the movies but still want the peace of mind that comes with staying in your car, check out these drive-in movie theaters in the area. We’ll update this as more open up! […]
Jackson Hill Pop Up Initiative
The Jackson Hill pop-up is an initiative that started pre-lockdown. A very innovative approach to increasing small business presence in Jersey City. Spaces in Pop Up Jackson Hill are 10ft x 10ft converted shipping containers and access is given during business hours as well as an hour before and an hour after. The container village is […]
5 Easy Day Trips From Jersey City
If you’re itching to get out of the city this summer but don’t know where to go, we’ve got you covered! Switch things up a bit with a quick day trip to Philly or spend the day strolling along Ocean City’s bustling boardwalk. Check out our list of the 5 best day trips from Jersey […]
Fine$se “Humble Hustler”
I first met Finesse about 5 years ago when I interviewed The Designer Boyz. One of my most viewed posts back then. Finesse was the “shy” soft spoken one of the group… But not anymore! Finesse has been grinding and making moves for a little while now and recently released a new album on all […]
9 Outdoor Dining Spots in The East Village
We’ve been venturing to the city quite alot recently. Since traveling is out of the question and we very much need a change of scenery every so often, plus less tourists means less traffic and more parking. I generally feel very safe as I drive in and wear my mask outside. NYC people for the […]
“Dream But Don’t Sleep”
One of my favorite things about living in Jersey City is being part of a vast creative community, a family of incredibly talented people who all support each other. It’s pretty amazing. When the pandemic locked us in, and closed down our small businesses, the creative community was at a loss. Arts & culture is […]
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