February is Black History Month, a month-long observance of the history of the African diaspora. Many use this time to also recognize the influence of the Black community in addition to bringing attention to businesses and influential individuals. In Jersey City, approximately 24% of the population is black, and yet very few black-owned businesses get […]
Central Avenue: an Outdoor Art Gallery
Jersey City is known for its strong representation of visual arts. Just as there are murals plastered along walls, there are art stores and galleries scattered throughout the city. The artist community continues to grow and thrive throughout the City. One area of the City where experiencing the visual arts is part of daily life […]
British Swim School Jersey City
My mini-me has been taking swimming classes at British Swim School for almost two years now and we absolutely love it. When Mia was very small, she refused to go into a pool. She was super scared of getting into the water and swimming. After a few classes at the British Swim School, she’s like […]
4 Spots to Get Botox Injections in the Jersey City Area
While most people may know Botox to be a cosmetic filler, it actually has a lot of helpful uses if you suffer from disorders including cervical dystonia, chronic migraines, and strabismus. Whatever the reason, there are a few options for Botox in the area. We highly recommend doing your research beforehand and making sure the […]
National Margarita Day in Jersey City!
Did you know that today is February 22nd? I’m sure you did, but did you also know it’s NATIONAL MARGARITA DAY? Margaritas happen to be one of our favorite drinks and while we really don’t need a holiday to celebrate we still will take advantage of the opportunity! Below, we’ve compiled a list of the […]
7 New Foods Spots in Jersey City
It’s about that time! New spots have opened and more are coming. Here are some spots to visit and keep your eye on! Recently Opened B.GOOD 30 Montgomery St View this post on Instagram A post shared by B.GOOD (@b.goodofficial) B.Good is a healthy food spot that recently opened their second location on Montgomery St! […]
Top Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
Whether you’re looking to observe Black History Month this weekend with the family or you’d like to network with the community, we’ve got you covered! Thursday Black History Month – Crafts February 21 @ 3:00 PM Lafayette Branch Library, 307 Pacific Ave Bring the family to the Lafayette Branch library on Pacific Ave for an […]
Women of Jersey City – February
Every month we are featuring local bad ass ladies who inspire us. These women are just amazing and unique in their own way and they are doing big things in Jersey City. I feel really lucky to be surrounded by these women who consistently push me to be better. Show them some love and get […]
LSC After Dark: Sex, Science, and Rock N Roll
On February 21st, join Liberty Science Center for this month’s LSC After Dark! This time, it’s all about sex, science, and rock n roll. From 6PM to 10PM, perform erotic experiments and discover the science behind sound and music. You can also rock out to new planetarium and laser shows in LSC’s Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium! Throughout […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 2/19/19 – 2/24/19
Check out some local spots for happy hour and plan out your week! Tuesday – February 19 Harry’s Daughter Stop by for Lover’s Rock, an old school reggae event every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7PM to 11PM. Wednesday – February 20 Hamilton Inn Enjoy half-priced cocktails and $1 oysters from 4PM […]
Ward A Community Meeting recap + update on local construction
The first community council meeting of the year was on February 7th. It was held at Infinity Institute High School from 6:30 pm to 8 pm, hosted and held by Councilwoman Denise Ridley of Ward A. This meeting main objective was to address the topic of construction in the community. We mainly see a lot of new […]
Jersey City Locals: Yvonne
With our #JCLocals interviews, we hope to highlight the perspectives of different residents in the area, especially those who have explored the city or have seen it change over the years as longtime residents. Our third JC Local is Yvonne, a 30-year-old Jersey City native who also works as a nanny in the area. As […]
Roots and Wings
I had lunch with a homeless person. It wasn’t planned, I was supposed to meet up with a friend who never showed up. I never got the homeless man’s name, but he came into the Dunkin Donuts rumbling through the garbage looking for a cup. He saw me staring at him like he had 3 […]
Jersey City’s Plastic Bag Ban
Starting June 28, 2019, retailers will no longer be providing single-use plastic bags and non-recyclable paper bags for customers. This includes corner stores, supermarkets, restaurants, clothing shops, liquor stores, and hardware stores. It’s currently in effect in Hoboken and several other cities in NJ. Why plastic bags? Plastic bags are difficult to recycle because of their […]
Five New Jersey Vegan-Friendly Spots Worth the Trip
While we have some great vegan options in the area, it’s always nice to get out once in a while and try out new foods or different restaurants. I like to switch it up and look into new spots whenever I’m out of the area or hanging out with friends. As a result, here are […]
Valentine’s Day Resident Event at Journal Squared
Journal Squared hosted yet another fun community event last week! This month, they had a hands-on creative workshop, teaching residents how to handcraft Valentine’s Day cards for your loved ones. It was held in the Penthouse Sky Lounge, surrounded by the jaw-dropping panoramic views of Jersey City and New York City. This event was hosted […]
Top Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
Whether you’re going all out for Valentine’s Day or just want to enjoy a relaxing weekend, here’s some things to check out in the area. Kick things off with tonight’s Sweetheart Skate at Newport Skates to enjoy free skating with cookies, hot cocoa, and coffee (while supplies last). Thursday For more Valentine’s Day events, check out […]
Lunch at Dulce de Leche on Central Ave
This past weekend, I was heading into the city with my daughter. Knowing I’d be blowing a ton of money while in the city, I decided we would find an affordable place to have lunch in New Jersey. A few months back, I had done some research looking for local Argentinian cuisine. While Googling, I […]
Top Documentaries to Watch When It’s Too Cold to Do Anything Else
It’s cold, maybe it’s snowing, and you don’t really want to leave your home this weekend. If you have access to Netflix, order some food and check out these documentaries if you haven’t already! Casting JonBenet If you’ve been trying to solve the JonBenet Ramsey case on your free time as many of us do […]
Babes of Jersey City – February Couples Edition
It’s February and we’ve still got a few more weeks of bearing the brunt of the cold. While we’re totally over it, we’ve got February’s round up of hot, local couples to heat things up. Normally we just do “Babes of Jersey City,” but it is the month of love after all. So here they […]
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