As of 2016, the rate of residents 25+ with at least a high school diploma is 85.9% and residents 25+ with at least a Bachelor’s degree is 44.1%. However, it’s important to note that due to particular circumstances, there are several people in Jersey City who may not have had the chance to finish high […]
Black History Month In Jersey City
As many know, February 1st is the start of Black History Month here in America, and Jersey City did not cease to join in on the festivities. The Jersey City Municipal Council as well as The Office of Cultural affairs teamed up to kick off the beginning of the month with a short but very meaningful program […]
Creating Tomorrows Leaders Today
When I was a freshman at University Academy Charter High School, I was shy but also very open depending on who I was around. I’m still like that today. The place where I felt most open was at the Young Men’s/Women’s Leadership Academy on Saturdays. Youth and community activist Clarence Collins, who goes by the […]
Where to Donate Blood this Month in Hudson County
January is National Blood Donor Month! The main reason why you should donate blood: you can save a life. If you are well and capable of donating blood, and are willing to go through the process, why not visit a local blood donation center/event? Below are a few blood drives in the area this month. […]
Hudson Community Enterprises Document Destruction
Recently, I had the chance to sit down with Patrick and Tom of Hudson Community Enterprises and talk about what they do, how long they’ve been around, and the impact of their organization on the community. HCE is a non-profit that was started in 1957 by a group of Jewish community leaders. The organization has always […]
Local Organizations to Consider for #GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday is described as a “global day of giving,” focusing on giving back to organizations and spreading the word through the power of social media. To find organizations near you, visit GivingTuesday.org! Here are a few local organizations to consider this Tuesday for #GivingTuesday. Liberty Humane Society Liberty Humane Society aims to find and provide […]
Be a part of the ChicpeaJC Team
Looking to work with us? ChicpeaJC is hiring & casting. – Contributors for the following topics: Food, Pets, Hip-Hop music, Rock/Indie music, Non-profit, Events, Street Style, Sports, News, Real Estate, Greenville. Paid per article. – Models: all ages (18+), no experience required. We are always in need of people for photo shoots for some of […]
Hurricane and Earthquake Relief – How You Can Help
If you’re keeping up with world news, you know we’ve had a stream of hurricanes and earthquakes lately. My immediate reaction to these natural disasters is to not only find ways to help, but also to share those resources. If you’re looking to help, there are a few donation spots and online resources. If you […]
Ways to Help Hurricane Harvey Victims
Over the course of a week, Hurricane Harvey has caused hundreds of thousands of people in Texas and Louisiana to be left with no electricity, unsafe drinking water, and destroyed homes. While thousands of victims are being rescued, many have been displaced and are desperately in need of supplies. Jersey City has a strong community […]
The Fourth Annual Saturday Jump Start Series
On Saturday July 15th, the Saturday Jump Start Summer Series is back! It’s kicking off with a drama workshop hosted by Art House Productions and a studio tour at Mana Contemporary. Saturday Jump Start is a free and education series providing the youth with workshops focusing on career readiness, building important skill sets, and preparing […]
Content Creators Academy
Calling all parents and interested students ages 14 to 17! We are opening our applications for Content Creators Academy Jersey City, a nonprofit focused on helping students learn about all things digital media; photography, graphic design, social media management, entrepreneurial skills and more! Our first session is for this upcoming fall – September 2017 to […]
Nimbus Dance Works’ New Location!
Nimbus Dance Works has announced that it will be moving to 165 Newark Avenue for the 2017-2018 season! With two dance studios, office and storage space, Nimbus’ new location will house the professional company and Nimbus2, the School of Nimbus Dance Works, the NimbusPresents performance series, and company offices from which Nimbus administers dance education programs […]
Bayonne Hometown Fair
On June 10-11, Bayonne’s third annual town fair welcomed Summer in full effect, resulting in a great turnout from the community. The weather was bright, hot, beautiful, and perfect for this occasion. Numerous amounts of vendors rose their tents on Broadway between 21st and 25th streets from noon to 8 PM. Avenues were full of […]
Church World Service Jersey City
This is a hard post to write because there is so much that can be said about the refugee problems in this world. Where do I even begin? This article is not about that. It’s about an amazing organization that helps refugees and a community that welcomes them with open arms. I am proud to […]
Opportunities available at ChicpeaJC
Are you looking to get some experience, or do you want to work with the ChicpeaJC team? Look through the opportunities below and you might find something you’re interested in! Photography Intern for the Summer – At least 2 full days a week and available for special events – Have a DSLR and a laptop or […]
Help the PERC Shelter This Month
The Palisades Emergency Residence Corporation (PERC) Shelter in Union City is in need of Soup Kitchen supplies, and they could use your support! If you are able to help, the PERC Shelter is asking that the Hudson County community come together to donate items like disposable plates, cups, and bowls, as well as 50-gallon trash […]
The Second Annual Great Jersey City Clean Up
Time for spring cleaning! On April 29th from 10 AM to 2 PM, you can make a difference and help clean up your neighborhood. Littering and pollution is a huge issue, especially in large cities like Jersey City. Trash can be seen thrown on the curbs, streets, and overflowing in sidewalk trash cans. The Great Jersey City […]
Flex Work Spaces at Kearny Point
Yes, this is a Jersey City blog! But as of late, I’ve been setting out to explore people and places in the area, particularly with things that could have a direct, positive impact on our community. Our community here is growing tremendously, and there is a huge amount of entrepreneurs and creatives doing their own thing. […]
Apply to the 2017 JC Summer Internship Program
Mayor Fulop recently announced that the online application for the Jersey City Summer Internship Program (JCSI) is now open! For anyone who doesn’t know, the JSCI program is for Jersey City public high school students where they have the opportunity to participate in paid internships in leading companies and institutions while also earning academic credit. JCSI is a part of […]
United Rescue
As some of you may know, I spent about 6 years of my teenage life living in Tel Aviv, Israel. During those formative years, there was a wave of terrorist attacks happening around me and the first people on the scene were usually civilians. As a result, in 2006 United Hatzalah was founded. It is a […]
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