New month, new ways to give back in Jersey City! Mallory from Jersey City Volunteers back again with the rundown of some awesome events happening around JC this month. And new for this month: a roundup of ongoing volunteer and donation opportunities that will continue to grow throughout the year! WomenRising’s Women’s History Month event […]
Senior Spotlight: Bertha Reels
Hello, I hope all is well. A woman’s strength runs deep and when the woman is a Senior, it runs even deeper. I am thankful to have had the opportunity to have Bertha Reels in my life! I am happy to share her and her story with you. Angela: Who is Bertha Reels? Bertha: Most […]
LiveatheHudson
Three years ago, I was scheduled to interview local producer/rapper Liveathehudson. I showed up to his home in Union City and I didn’t know what to expect. He wasn’t your typical producer/rapper. I saw something in him, he’s super talented, but the timing wasn’t quite right. Fast forward to a few day ago, his brother […]
Melissa Murray and the Garden State Rollergirls
Jersey City resident Melissa Murray is part of the Garden State Rollergirls, a roller derby league in the area. After waiting a year to be drafted on a home team, she’s finally making her official debut as a Gateway Grim Reaper this Saturday. You can catch Melissa at her first home team bout on March 9th at the Inline […]
Slurp Sip Repeat JC- Ani Ramen Roundtable
Ani Ramen is one of my favorite eateries in Jersey City. It’s kind of like home away from home. I will come here often on my own, sit at the bar, enjoy a drink and a bowl of ramen, and just chill and either talk to the awesome staff and patrons or just keep to […]
Top 10 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
Not sure what to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered! Thursday NJ Transit Public Hearing March 7 @ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM; 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Multipurpose Room B, Student Union, NJCU, 2039 Kennedy Blvd The Garfield, MLK and West Side Light Rail Stations are going to be closed from June 1, […]
Women of Jersey City – March
Launching this column two months ago and seeing the amazing response it’s been getting from the community only reiterates the fact that we live in an amazing city that appreciates and supports the women who make it a special place. I could feature 10 women per week, that’s how amazing our community is! This month […]
A Fundraiser for Avier and Accessible Transportation
We were recently contacted by New Jersey resident and mom Amanda about a fundraiser for her son, Avier. Avier was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy at the age of 5 and has since experienced muscle deterioration and scoliosis. As a result, his modes of travel require wheelchair access, something that’s not easily available on crowded trains […]
The Historic Brennan Courthouse
There’s some amazing architecture here in Jersey City with so much history and many stories behind them. One of my favorite buildings is the historic Brennan Courthouse located in Journal Square. When I first set foot in the courthouse a few years ago for an event, I was in shock and awe because of how […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 3/4/19 – 3/10/19
Check out some local spots for happy hour and plan out your week! Monday – March 4 O’Hara’s Downtown Stop by O’Hara’s for their industry night – it’s 25% off the bill for industry people, 20% off food items for everyone else! Tuesday – March 5 Dinner + Cocktail Party @ VB3 Celebrate Fat Tuesday […]
Joan of Arc Lives on in Jersey City
Peasant, warrior, witch, martyr, saint. Joan of Arc is one of the most famous heroines in history, an 18-year-old girl who led the French army to victory and was burned at the stake for telling her story. She is immortalized in Carl Theodore Dreyer’s 1928 silent film “The Passion of Joan of Arc,” based off […]
Best Spots for Smoothie Bowls in the Jersey City area
Whether your sweet tooth is kicking in or you want a refreshing brunch treat, you can never go wrong with a smoothie bowl. Here’s a round up of some of our favorite spots for bowls in Jersey City (and surrounding neighborhoods). Jersey City Sweetberry Bowls View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sweetberry […]
12 Days in Thailand
I am sitting on the first leg of my trip back home, I have about 24 hours more to go before I reach Jersey City. I am tired, but I feel like a changed person. How cliché – Western woman goes on a solo trip to Thailand and finds herself! I want to tell you […]
Tribe: Jersey City and Hoboken, Empowering a Jewish Community
In December 2018, a meeting was held at the United Synagogue of Hoboken (USH) of seven 20/30-somethings sharing a desire to create fun, innovative, and empowering Jewish community programs for the 20/30 something set in Hudson County. The name of the group, Tribe: Jersey City and Hoboken. The unpretentious de facto chairs of the meeting […]
Ten Spring Break/Weekend Getaways from EWR
Maybe you want to get away for the upcoming spring break, or maybe you just want to plan a vacation to take a break from the hustle and bustle. If you have the resources and overall ability to travel, check out these getaways from Newark Airport! Orlando, Florida If you’re looking for a trip with […]
Sex And Jersey City Episode 4: The Digital Break Up
When Sex and The City first aired in 1998, there wasn’t much social media… if anything at all. No smartphones, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat. Carrie would come home and press the button on her answering machine and you would hear Mr Big’s voice saying, “I’ll pick you up at 8.” Things were much simpler. Season […]
City Council Urges the Enactment of Liberty State Protection Act
All nine members of the Jersey City Council announced a formal resolution urging New Jersey’s state legislature to pass the Liberty State Park Protection Act. We recently wrote about the Protection Act introduced by Assemblyman Raj Mukherji and Senator Sandra Cunningham to protect Liberty State Park from privatization and commercial development plans. This formal resolution will act […]
Top 10 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
End February and kickoff March with fun events in the area for the whole family! Featured Events Youth Networking and Mentorship Event February 28 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM The C.O.V.E, 312 Pacific Ave Join Youth in JC for a free networking event, open to youth ages 14 to 20 as well as any […]
Foodie Female Founders: Jersey Girls Food Tours
“I’m a foodie” is about as common a description of any person as is “I love to travel”. However, there’s often only one or two friends in my life that I will consult when looking for a particular restaurant. When it comes to being a “foodie,” I want to know the person who dares tries […]
Winter Youth Networking Event with YouthinJC
On February 28, youth ages 14 to 20 are invited to participate in a networking event! Meet potential mentors and other young entrepreneurs at The C.O.V.E on Pacific Ave. It’s a free event from 4PM to 7PM where the city’s youth are encouraged to network with other entrepreneurs and business owners in the community. Pamela Johnson […]
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