There’s no shortage of amazing individuals in Jersey City who dedicate their lives to helping others, elevating their community, and inspiring others to do the same. I often talk about finding your life’s purpose; part of that is finding things you’re good at and also using that to give back to make an impact on […]
10 Spots to Get Your Wing Fix in Jersey City
Football season is upon us, that means: an endless supply of chicken wings, flat-screen TVs, and a cold bottle of beer. It’s undeniable that chicken wings are a football party staple. Whether it’s a house party or a good sports bar, it would seem incomplete without buffalo wings on the menu. If you are looking […]
Artists of Jersey City – September
Every month, we feature talented individuals who live and/or work in Jersey City. We aim to highlight artists of every medium – photography, videography, poetry, watercolor painting, sculptures, anything. This month, meet artists Laurén, Courtney, and Chrys. If you or anyone you know would like to be featured for our Artists of Jersey City articles, […]
Five Corn Mazes in New Jersey to Visit this Fall
When I was younger, I always looked forward to fall because that meant one thing: a day-long trip to a corn maze followed by pumpkin picking and browsing through all the apples at the farm stand. If you want to take the family or invite your friends to a fun afternoon at a corn maze, […]
Top Headlines of the Week in Jersey City
Catch up with recent news in Jersey City. Jersey City Residents Now Have Full Access to Obtaining Vital Records The City has been granted the ability to provide those people born in Jersey City with a certified copy of their birth certificates right from the Clerk’s Office (280 Grove Street) without delay or additional costs. […]
“The Tasting” Benefitting Eva’s Village
The other day, I received a DM from the owner of Asbury Distilling inviting me to join them at a foodie event and fundraiser at Battello here in Jersey City. All I heard was there would be food and drinks from New Jersey’s top restaurant and I was in there like swimwear. “The Tasting” was […]
Golden Door International Film Festival Kickoff
Every year, the Golden Door International Film Festival (GDIFF) hosts a red carpet gala to kick off their weekend-long film festival. It is one of my favorite Jersey City events! I get to dress up, mingle with talented people and enjoy the beautiful Loew’s Theatre. Michele and Bill Sorvino are the power couple behind the […]
Barbers of Hudson County: Lady Jaekutz
On Episode 3 of Barbers of Hudson County, Steven Spesh visits celebrity barber and ladyboss Lady J, who we had the pleasure of interviewing a few years ago. She’s extremely inspiring and we love her. Press play and check it out! You can find Lady Jaekutz on Instagram: @ladyjaekutz
York Street Project + Women Rising’s First Job Fair
On September 24th, stop by the first job fair brought together by York Street Project and Women Rising! They’re working together to host the job fair with the hope to create employment opportunities for families, including training programs and resources. York Street Project provides resources and care to children and families in need, and they […]
Sex and Jersey City The Podcast: Sex After Babies
Special guest Maria from Jersey City Mama’s joins us to talk about Sex after babies. We divulge all the details of what happens during and after child birth and how it affects parent’s sex lives for better or worse. Co-host Dramos remains speechless. You can listen to all our episodes on Soundcloud, Spotify and now […]
Top 10 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
Catch some local events and spend your weekend in the area! Thursday American Dream Mega Mall Job Fair September 19 @ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Mary Bethune Center, 140 Martin Luther King Jr Dr American Dream Mega Mall will be hosting a job fair at the Bethune Center. Attendees should bring a resume, state […]
Everything You Need to Know about the 2019 All About Downtown Street Fair
It’s finally here! This Saturday, September 21st is the 9th Annual All About Downtown Jersey City Street Fair. From 12PM to 8PM, enjoy drinks, food, activities, music, and more along Newark Ave to enjoy the last weekend of the summer. Shop from over 325 vendors From local favorites to hidden gems to first-time participants, there’ll […]
10 Spots to Grab a Cheeseburger in Jersey City + New York City
It’s National Cheeseburger Day! Check out these 10 spots in the area for some of the best cheeseburgers. Hudson County White Mana 470 Tonnelle Ave View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nick Solares (@nicksolares) Recommended: classic cheeseburger. Park Tavern 575 West Side Ave https://www.instagram.com/p/B1GpDVVlUvR/ Recommended: classic cheeseburger, daily specials Diesel & Duke […]
Museums In Jersey City
While New York is home to some of the most famous museums like The Met, MoMa, and the Whitney, which are all worth visiting, I started thinking about museums closer to home. Jersey City seems devoid of museums so I decided to explore the city and discovered a treasure trove of historical archives and hidden […]
Apple + Pumpkin Picking in New Jersey and New York
‘Tis the season! As you prepare for the colder weather, plan out some fun activities for yourself, your friends, and/or your family. You can’t go wrong with picking apples and pumpkins. Check out these spots in New Jersey and New York! New Jersey Alstede Farms Chester, NJ Hours: 9AM to 6PM daily View this post […]
Letter from Chicpea- Love Is The Message
Dear Jersey City, The last 48 hours have been the most trying in my career running this website. I’ve made a lot of mistakes along the way and have learned many valuable lessons. About a month ago I got a tip that a local restaurant/cultural staple in Jersey City would be closing. I was devastated. […]
Ani Ramen House’s Soul of Sake 1 Year ANIversary Party
Join Ani Ramen House on September 17th for a Japanese Whisky + Sake + Luge ANIversary party! From 7PM to 10:30PM, enjoy a celebratory evening of food, drink, and entertainment to celebrate one year of Ani Ramen’s popular monthly Soul of Sake events. This ANIversary party will feature Brooklyn Kura sake and Iichiko Saiten shochu […]
Plant Base: Your One-Stop Shop for Veganism
Plant Base recently opened on Pacific Avenue in Jersey City and has already started to make a name for itself. Owners Andy Hertz and Dhruva Latorre wanted to provide a community space in Bergen-Lafayette, one of the several Jersey City neighborhoods that are often overlooked when it comes to providing resources and plant-based food options […]
LITM and Piggyback Bar closing at end of September
It’s a sad time for our favorite Jersey City spots – we found out from various sources that LITM on Newark Ave and Piggyback Bar at Harborside will be closing their doors by the end of September 2019. LITM LITM is best known for its art scene. From paintings to live music, LITM has been […]
Top Things to Do this Weekend in Jersey City
There’s so much going on this weekend in Jersey City! Whether it’s food or art, we’ve got you covered with things to do this weekend. Featured Events Festival of Independent Theatre Companies September 12 – September 14 NJCU West Side Theatre, 285 West Side Ave Stop by and celebrate 5 local theatre companies through programs […]
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