Be sure to keep up with any updates from local and national news sources, but don’t forget to take breaks from the overwhelming amount of information being provided on a daily basis. If you think you qualify for testing, find local health centers and call first to see if they have screening and testing available – […]
10 movies on Netflix to watch as a family
With all this extra time at home with the kids, why not spend time watching a fun movie on a weeknight or over the weekend? Here are 10 movies to watch as a family, all available on Netflix right now. The Cat in the Hat (2003) Based on the classic Dr. Seuss book, The Cat in […]
Ani Ramen giving away free family meal kits
On Thursday March 19th from 12PM to 6PM, Ani Ramen is providing free Family Meal Kits at 3 locations – Jersey City: 218 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ Maplewood: 149 Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ Montclair: 401 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ Each Ani Ramen Family Meal Kit serves 3-4 people and contains Ani’s incredible broth, a hearty […]
Resources + Tips for At-Home Learning for Parents
With schools closing for the next few weeks, students are expected to finish their work and keep up their academic standing until school is back in session. If you’re a parent trying to find some structure or assistance as your children try to work on assignments, we have a few ideas that may help! Tips […]
10 things to do during a period of social distancing
If you’re looking for ways to keep yourself occupied, here are just a few things you can do while you spend more time at home! Take care of yourself There are a lot of news updates coming in and it can be overwhelming. Take breaks from social media so you don’t get sucked into the […]
Restaurants offering delivery + takeout in Jersey City + Hoboken
While everyone is advised to stay home and minimize social contact, consider ordering from local restaurants that are still open and offering deliver/takeout in the area. Alternatively, you can buy gift cards for your favorite spots to visit once this is all over. This list will be updated daily! If you’re a local restaurant/cafe offering […]
Latest updates in Jersey City + New Jersey
Every day, there’s something new in the works as the country tries to crack down on the coronavirus spreading throughout communities. As of March 16th, New Jersey has a curfew to restrict unnecessary travel between 8PM and 5AM. The state wants any residents who don’t need to travel to simply stay home. Casinos, gyms, and […]
Jersey City Implements Executive Order To Fight Spread of COVID-19
Mayor Steven Fulop posted on Facebook about an hour ago the following message re-garding fighting the spread of COVID-19. “Yesterday evening we had our 4th positive case and we recognize where this can trend if we don’t get ahead of it. We were the first in the country (last week) to implement any restrictions on […]
Fitpea Presents- Easy at Home Quarantine workout
We are all going to be working from home/staying home with our kids while we ride out what’s going on with the Corona virus. It’s so important for all of us to stay safe during this time. It’s also important to try and get some movement in as we stay away from gyms and people. […]
Updates and measures as the city prepares for COVID-19
We’ve been staying on top of the news, obsessively hitting refresh on every platform out there, analyzing data, talking to city officials and people in the community. The truth is, people are getting sick, this is not “just the flu” and we don’t believe the Jersey City is taking this as seriously as they should. […]
5 shows to watch on Netflix this weekend
If you find yourself staying indoors this weekend, why not watch a new show or two to pass the time? Here are 5 series on Netflix to check out! Gentefied Gentefied follows the story of three Mexican-American cousins working together to keep their grandfather’s taco shop open in a city slowly becoming gentrified. The show […]
Places to work remotely in Jersey City
While many jobs shift into a work-from-home system, there is the possibility that some people may not feel their most productive at home. If you want to switch it up and work outside of your home, here are some of our favorite places to sit down and work remotely. Starbucks Of course Starbucks is on […]
Jersey City confirms first presumptive positive case of COVID-19
As of this morning, Jersey City has confirmed the first presumptive positive case of COVID-19. Several people went through the testing process (7) over the last few weeks who felt symptoms, and all tested negative on initial tests. This is the first time an individual has tested positive on the initial tests, and the city […]
5 tips for COVID-19 prevention and preparation
When it comes to the current coronavirus, a big takeaway is that it mainly affects people over 60 and immunocompromised individuals. While this is enough to make healthy people in their 20s and 30s think it’s all smooth sailing for them, it’s important to remember that there is a possibility we may pass germs to […]
8 spots for food delivery this weekend
It’s important to remember that not everyone has the ability to work from home. Restaurants and their workers rely on a constant flow of customers for income, from the ones cooking your food to the ones delivering it. If you decide to order food for delivery this week, please be patient as there may be […]
City takes proactive steps to minimize the spread of COVID-19
Mayor Fulop along with city health and public safety officials have announced that all nonessential city-sponsored and/or city-involved functions will be cancelled for the next 7 days as part of the proactive measures being put into place by the Administration to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The mandate took effect on Wednesday night. Additional guidance […]
Top things to do this weekend in Jersey City + New York City
There’s always something fun going on in the area. Check out these local events and make some plans with friends! Jersey City Thursday St. Patrick’s Week March 12 – March 16 Zeppelin Hall, 88 Liberty View Dr Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with food and drink specials on the days leading up to it! Zeppelin Hall […]
5 vegan-friendly spots in + near Boston, MA
I recently took a trip to Boston, Massachusetts with family to celebrate my birthday. I eat plant-based foods by circumstance (shout out to lactose intolerance) and my aunt is celiac, making every meal a meticulously planned stop. While planning the weekend trip, we made sure we had a list of restaurant options that catered to […]
NJ Spot – Van Gogh’s Ear Cafe
If you have ever wondered what it would be like to enter a famous painting, you have to visit Van Gogh’s Ear Cafe in Union, New Jersey. This whimsical and cozy cafe is like taking a step into The Starry Night. With a mural based off of the famous painting, live music twice a week, […]
The Vanguard in Harrison, NJ
A few months ago, we took a fun tour of Harrison, New Jersey. During the tour, we were taken to The Vanguard, a super cute restaurant set in the 1940s. As soon as you walk in, it’s like you’ve been transported into a different time. It’s the perfect place if you want to get out […]
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