With hundreds of small businesses within Jersey City, there are so many gems that fly under the radar that deserve more love. Here are 10 underrated and underrepresented businesses to support in Jersey City this weekend (and always)! Pholk Beauty A must for all things beauty and skin care, Pholk Beauty offers a wide range […]
Christmas Villages + Light Shows To Check Out This Holiday Season
Get into the holiday spirit! Have some festive fun with Christmas villages and light shows in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania this winter. Have a favorite light show or holiday experience we missed? Let us know! Magic of Lights PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, NJ Open dates: November 19 to Jan 2 Drive-thru or […]
Reads to See You Through the Holidays
We say it every year, “I can’t believe the holidays are here.” Although it seems like we were just making it through the summer, once it the temperatures start dropping and the sun is setting around 4PM, we have the general desire to cocoon or hibernate. For many, finding ways around SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) […]
Snap Back by Hook & Reel restaurant coming to Jersey City
Press release Snap Back by Hook & Reel – a fast-casual version of the popular seafood concept Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood and Bar – has leased approximately 2,000 square feet at Twin City Shopping Center in Jersey City, becoming the latest dining tenant to join the retail mix at this Hudson County shopping destination. Commercial real estate services firm Levin Management Corporation (LMC) serves as exclusive […]
Why We Need More Millennial Volunteers
Most millennials are well into their professional careers. As we enter our 30s, there are some of us who haven’t started families, are not interested in it, and let alone aren’t even in happy, committed relationships. That just goes to say that we have more time than most, and because we grew up along with […]
Glamming the Warrior: Meet Warrior Krista
In September, Lash Gallery in Jersey City put together a Glamming the Warrior makeup giveaway in the New York City metro area. Cancer patients and survivors were asked to share their warrior stories as entries to the giveaway. The winner would be granted a full makeover including beauty sessions, personal styling, a massage, and a […]
Giving Back with Giving Digitized: November’s Toy & Coat Drive
In the spirit of the season, give back to the community through the end of the fall with Giving Digitized. From November 15 to December 15, Giving Digitized is hosting their November Toy and Coat Drive! Help provide coats to the community as the we reach winter and gift toys to children with the holiday […]
12 Jersey City spots to order catered meals for Thanksgiving
Want to sit back and relax this Thanksgiving? Order food from local food businesses! Here are great local spots offering meals for pickup. Ani Ramen Type of cuisine: Ramen Offering: Ramen, starters, bao buns Deadline: November 23 Website: https://www.aniramen.com/catering/ Harry’s Daughter Type of cuisine: Caribbean Offering: Turkey, sides, dessert Deadline: Thanksgiving Day (November 25), pickup […]
8 organizations to volunteer this month
‘Tis the season to give back! if you’re looking to donate your time and volunteer for some local organizations, here are eight great opportunities to check out this month. Liberty Humane Society While on-site volunteer activities have been suspended due to COVID-19, Liberty Humane Society is always looking for volunteers who are willing to foster […]
Jersey City Celeb Event Producer Yaz Quiles joins Design Competition Series
Tune in to HGTV & Discover+ this weekend: Celeb Event Producer Yaz Quiles joins NEW Design Competition Series, Table Wars with Martha Stewart & Tamera Mowry-Housley Press release Artistic visionary Yaz Quiles will battle it out with the nation’s most brilliant designers on Table Wars. The show is HGTV’s colorful new extreme tabletop and special […]
Adopt a Senior Pet Month
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month! If you find yourself wanting to bring home a new addition to your family that won’t go to college, consider opening your hearts to an animal that is sporting a salt and pepper look to them. Senior pets often find themselves in shelters due to re-homing, financial stress, […]
Mayor Fulop Transforms Vacant Land into Brand New 1.5-Acre Public Park
Press release Mayor Steven Fulop joined the City Council, community members, and the Manhattan Building Company today to cut the ribbon on a brand new $2.5 million dollar public park filled with playgrounds, dog runs, greenery, artist works, and an amphitheater for community events. The newly constructed “Coles Park” was part of the negotiation terms […]
Best Winter Travel Destinations in the US
As the cold weather begins to set in, it’s time to start thinking about where to go for your winter vacation! Whether you’re in the mood for sunshine and sand or snow and ski slopes, the US has got something for everyone. This year international winter travel may still not be an option, but there […]
County Executive DeGise Kicks Off Vaccination Campaign for Kids Ages 5-11 on Wednesday, Distributing More than 30 Doses on Day One
Press release On Wednesday, the day after the FDA approved use of the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5-11, Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise and the county’s Vaccine Task Force began distribution of the shot at the Hudson County Vaccine Distribution Center at the U.S.S. Juneau building in Kearny. The Center was open from […]
5 new Jersey City businesses to visit this weekend
Spend your weekend supporting new local businesses! Here are 5 new spots you should check out this week. Living Room JC277 Newark Ave Living Room JC offers an assortment of home goods and family toys, from wooden block sets to craft cocktails. They’re focused on a family experience and curating a selection of items that […]
Top 5 Wellness Tips for the Fall & Winter Season
The chill in the air and the crunchy leaves on the ground are our daily reminders that summer days are gone once again. Along with the excitement of holidays and the comfort of hot chocolate, we also have an opportunity to tune back into ourselves and our overall health and wellness. The seasonal transitions often […]
Starting a business with NextGen Counsel
Are you thinking about starting a business or already in business? Starting a business is no easy task. As a small business owner, you’re guaranteed to wear many hats. Keeping an open mind and a willingness to tackle any challenge will be your greatest asset. There are many steps you must take before you can […]
10 Jersey City spots to get soup this fall + winter
With the weather getting chillier, it’s the perfect time to enjoy a cup of hot soup! Here are ten of many great spots for soup in Jersey City. Buddy’s JC247 Washington St Soup on the menu: Crock of Onion Soup Website: https://www.buddysjc.com/ Busy Bee Organics451 Palisade Ave Soups on the menu: Roasted Red Pepper Potato […]
Meet this year’s election candidates
November 2nd is Election Day! If you’re still unsure of who to support at this year’s election or just want to refresh your knowledge of each candidate, we’ve got you covered. While we didn’t get the opportunity to speak to every candidate, we’ve included each candidate’s website to learn about their platform in full detail […]
Water’s Soul – the new sculpture on the Jersey City waterfront
Have you taken a walk through Newport recently? You may have seen the new sculpture right along the Hudson! Earlier this month, a sculpture created by internationally renowned artist Jaume Plensa was permanently installed in the Newport neighborhood of Jersey City. We asked our readers what they thought of the sculpture, and it seems as […]
