If you’ve been following us since we began, ChicpeaJC is primarily a culture blog. We tried our best to steer away from local politics and let the professionals cover it. But alas, as proud members of the community, it was inevitable for us to get involved in the last election. We endorsed Rebecca Symes for […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 6/4/18 – 6/10/18
Check out some local spots for happy hour specials and plan out your week! Monday – June 4 LITM Enjoy $5 martinis, house wines, and select beers from 5PM to 7PM! Monday is also Karaoke Night starting at 9PM with $7 mules all night. Tuesday – June 5 Orale Mexican Kitchen Walk over to Orale […]
5 Vegan Alternatives to Delicious Comfort Foods
If you’re trying out a plant-based diet or simply want to change up your way of eating, Hudson County is becoming a great place for alternative food options. Just because you decide to cut some things out of your diet doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavors you love! Here are some dishes in the […]
Sex and Jersey City Ep 1: Phil The Friendly Ghost
Welcome to our first Episode of Sex and Jersey City. What is this monthly column you ask? Well if you are only joining us now read the Sex and Jersey City Prelude here. Every few weeks I will be sharing stories that were submitted to us by readers, friends and maybe from my own experiences […]
PeteEatsJC: Pinwheel Garden Dumpling & Noodle Bar
One of Communipaw’s newest editions is Pinwheel Garden, a small dumpling and noodle bar that packs a big punch. When you walk in, large tropical plants and warm cozy seating greets you. The tables and benches are all made out of reclaimed wood; some pieces are even Hart Pine, which is between 100 and 200 […]
FM and the State of Live Music in Jersey City
With a music scene as vibrant and diverse as Jersey City’s, there’s always live music happening somewhere in town. There’s a lot of restaurants and small rooms like Fox & Crow, The Hutton, and Brightside Tavern hosting live music, and we’ve got places like the awesome White Eagle Hall hosting huge audiences for both local […]
6th Borough Comedy Festival
No need to go to New York for a comedy show this summer when you can enjoy a good show right here in Jersey City! Join Art House Productions for their first annual 6th Borough Comedy Festival. From June 7th to June 10th, you can enjoy performances from a diverse selection of over 70 comedians, […]
Babes of JC – May
Don’t let all this rainy spring weather get you down! Your favorite article is here just in time to get you back on track for the weekend ahead. If you’re new to this column then here’s the deal – every month we go out and search for the most attractive people Jersey City has to […]
Gardening in Liberty State Park
This Saturday, I took part in the Friends of Liberty State Park volunteer gardening program to beautify Liberty State Park. Every Saturday from 9AM to noon, you can volunteer at the park during all seasons and help plant, weed, and mulch! I arrived on time to find a group of people waiting to start gardening. It […]
Top Things to Do in Jersey City This Weekend
Counting down the hours until the weekend is here… If you’re looking to stay local for the weekend, check out some events happening in the area! Featured Events JC Fitness Fair June 2 @ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 1 Exchange Pl Meet local fitness professionals and find the perfect workout, or re-ignite your interest […]
CCAJC’s One-Year Anniversary
Content Creators Academy is a non-profit youth mentorship program that I founded a year ago after celebrating the blog’s third anniversary. Content Creators Academy Jersey City is a nonprofit education program offering mentorship to youth in Jersey City interested in media, marketing, and entrepreneurship. We curate workshops covering a variety of digital media, including graphic design, […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 5/29/18 – 6/3/18
Check out some local spots for happy hour and plan out your week! Tuesday – May 29 Atlas Public House Stop by Atlas, sit outside, and enjoy a few cocktails with tasty dishes. Wednesday – May 30 #SINGLESINJC Wine Down Wednesday @ Porta UPDATE: POSTPONED Join Singles in JC for their latest event, a dinner party […]
5 Things to Expect at Groove on Grove on JC Friday
Join the HDSID for a special JC Fridays edition of Groove of Grove on June 1st! JC Fridays is always a blast, and Groove on Grove goes above and beyond to bring the fun every year. Whether you’re just passing through to check out the vendors or hanging out on the grass and enjoying the […]
5 Spots for Brisket in Downtown Jersey City
Brisket: meat that melts in your mouth. As you all know, I’m a big Jew and I found out it’s National Brisket Day. You don’t need to be a Jew to like brisket, I’ll tell you that. It’s succulent, buttery, satisfying, filling, and the type of dish that really hits the spot in both cold […]
Ariel Rivka Dance Celebrates Ten-Year Anniversary
This year marks the beginning of a new decade for Ariel Rivka Dance, a critically acclaimed all-female company with a Jersey City connection. ARD features pieces created by a husband and wife team, choreographer Ariel Grossman and composer David Homan, who have lived in Jersey City for four years now. Like many Jersey City residents, […]
5 Outdoor Drinking Spots to Check out Memorial Weekend
It’s Memorial Day weekend, the sun is shining, we’re sitting at Andco, getting work done but thinking about getting our drink on. Are you staying local this weekend? Here are five spots to check out during this beautiful kickoff the summer. Rooftop XP 1 Exchange Place Lutze Biergarten 3 Second St The Hutton 225 Hutton […]
3rd Annual Fleet Week at Liberty State Park
It’s that time of year again! Stop by Liberty State Park on May 27 from 12PM to 5PM for their 3rd annual Fleet Week! Join in on the fun as the US Navy, US Marine Corps, and US Coast Guard showcase their services, and you can even meet them throughout the day. Along with the performances and […]
Top 8 Things to Do in Jersey City This Weekend
The three day weekend is here! If you’re finding some interesting things to do this weekend and want to say local, we’ve got you covered. Thursday Spoken Word / Slam Poetry Workshop with JC Slam Master May 24 @ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Hudson County Community College, 71 Sip Avenue, Room 518 Writers and performers […]
Here’s the Deal with Jersey City’s Obscenity Law
Back in the 80s, an obscenity law was enacted to keep women from exposing their breasts in public and to limit the sex toys purchased/owned by individuals. Recently, the ban was put into question when Lillian Bustle’s burlesque show was halted because it would have been a violation to the 1982 ordinance. The revision of […]
Indiegrove and their Role in the Community
Indiegrove is much more than a coworking space. They share a passion for helping entrepreneurs thrive in the community and provide the resources and connections needed to help entrepreneurs build their businesses. Upon walking in, you can tell there’s something different about them that allows them to stand out in comparison to the many coworking […]
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