November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month! If you find yourself wanting to bring home a new addition to your family that won’t go to college, consider opening your hearts to an animal that is sporting a salt and pepper look to them. Senior pets often find themselves in shelters due to re-homing, financial stress, […]
County Executive DeGise Kicks Off Vaccination Campaign for Kids Ages 5-11 on Wednesday, Distributing More than 30 Doses on Day One
Press release On Wednesday, the day after the FDA approved use of the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5-11, Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise and the county’s Vaccine Task Force began distribution of the shot at the Hudson County Vaccine Distribution Center at the U.S.S. Juneau building in Kearny. The Center was open from […]
Water’s Soul – the new sculpture on the Jersey City waterfront
Have you taken a walk through Newport recently? You may have seen the new sculpture right along the Hudson! Earlier this month, a sculpture created by internationally renowned artist Jaume Plensa was permanently installed in the Newport neighborhood of Jersey City. We asked our readers what they thought of the sculpture, and it seems as […]
Jersey City Launches Safe Serenity Room for Domestic Violence Survivors
Press release Mayor Steven M. Fulop joins Municipal Prosecutor Jake Hudnut, Jersey City’s Municipal Court, Department of Health and Human Services, WomenRising, and Sarah’s Daughters to address a critical area of concern with the launch of a Municipal Court Safe Serenity Room. As emerging data shows an increase in domestic violence cases since the COVID-19 outbreak, in recognition of Domestic […]
Movie starring Zac Efron and Russell Crowe to film in Jersey City
According to news source Patch.com, Jersey City will be the filming location for a movie starring Russell Crowe and Zac Efron! The Greatest Beer Run Ever, directed by Peter Farrelly and based on the book of the same name, follows Marine Corps veteran John “Chickie” Donohue as he’s challenged to deliver beer to his buddies […]
Babes of Jersey City – October 2021
It’s about that time! Meet our October babes of Jersey City! Know a local hottie and want to nominate them? Email editor@chicpeajc.com Harveer Singh@RealEstateSingh Harveer Singh has been a resident of Jersey City since 2007. You may have seen his face on stickers or billboards around town with inspirational quotes! His love of Jersey City […]
Giving Back with Giving Digitized: October’s Toy & Coat Drive
Continue giving back to the community during the fall season with Giving Digitized. Starting October 15 and continuing through November 15, Giving Digitized is hosting their October Toy and Coat Drive! Help provide coats to the community as the weather gets colder, and gift toys to children as the holiday season rolls around. With Giving […]
20 Hispanic + Latinx-owned businesses to support
Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month continues through October 15th! To celebrate Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month, we asked our readers to send some of your favorite Latinx-owned businesses, local and beyond. Find a new shop to support among these great businesses! Check out our previous list of Hispanic-owned businesses: https://lynnhazan.com/culture/21-hispanic-owned-businesses-to-shop-online/ Find and Revive Find & Revive is a vintage/pre-loved […]
Hispanic Heritage Month and The Books that Taught Me Más
Growing up in a Latino household, Hispanic Heritage Month was not something we celebrated mainly because it was just our way of life. Merengue and cumbia on blast most Saturday mornings while my mother cleaned the apartment and Sunday dinners that turned into political discourses were the norm. It wasn’t until I got to college […]
A Zodiac Sign Analysis of Your Favorite Nicktoon Characters
Cartoons – they just don’t make ‘em like they used to. The late 90s and early 2000s was the “golden age” for Nickelodeon. Many of the characters that we grew up watching are still relevant in pop-culture and hold a special place in our hearts to this day. I’m sure every generation feels this way […]
10 spots to go apple picking in New Jersey this fall
Start planning your fall family activities! Gather your best friends or take your kids on a day trip to pick apples at a local farm/orchard. Looking for more fall activities? Check out our previous posts: Corn mazes to visit in New Jersey this fall Apple + Pumpkin Picking in New Jersey and New York Pumpkin […]
Better than the Book: Movies that Take the Lead
Time and time again, you’ve engaged in this conversation several times – the book is better than the movie, case closed and end of discussion. What happens if that’s not the case and in those minor instances where the film is actually (hate to say it) better than the book, how does one relent to this […]
5 Latinx-owned food spots in Jersey City to visit this week
Looking to support Latinx businesses during Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month? Here are 5 spots to visit this week! La Brujeria590 Grand St Whether it’s for a late night craving or a lunchtime treat, La Brujeria is a 24/7 taco spot that offers tamales, tacos, entomatadas, enchiladas, and even breakfast platters among other tasty menu items. They […]
Doña Antonia’s: A Pupusa Love Story
A collective of women who take no bull…just your order Have you ever given any thought what is your go-to comfort meal? After a long or trying day, what is that dish that just feels like a hug or an embrace? For some, it’s a warm bowl of pasta; for others, it’s a hot bowl […]
Corn mazes to visit in New Jersey this fall
Plan ahead for the fall! Most corn mazes in New Jersey will be open by mid-September – don’t miss out on the family fun. Alstede Farms1 Alstede Farms Ln, Chester Alstede Farms’ Corn Maze is open daily from 9AM to 6PM (last entry is at 5PM). Entry to the corn maze is included in their Pick […]
5 digital communities to join this Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month
Are you Latinx and looking for spaces to connect with others, either professional or personally? Join a digital community made by and for Latinx individuals! Whether you’re looking to network or to make new friends, kick off Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month with these five digital communities to join. WeAllGrow Latina #WeAllGrow Latina is a supportive community […]
Giving Back with Giving Digitized: September’s School and Grocery Drive
As we navigate an ongoing health crisis and limited in-person interactions, it’s as important as ever to find creative ways to give back to those in need and help people get access to necessary resources. If you’re looking to give back to the community this fall, consider participating in drives and fundraisers through Giving Digitized, […]
Mayor Fulop joins the Archdiocese of Newark to Break Ground on New St. Lucy’s Homeless Housing & Support Services Site
Today, Mayor Fulop joined the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark, Catholic Charities, City Council members, Claremont Development, and Arc Building Partners to officially begin construction on a brand new, 60,000 square foot homeless services facility located along Grove Street, between 15th and 16th Streets. This dynamic human-centered project will include emergency and transitional offerings along with multiple affordable housing solutions […]
Liberty Humane Society welcomes Hurricane Ida dogs into their adoption program
Written by Arati Patel Hurricane Ida made landfall on August 29th, leaving many residents stranded without electricity and water. To aid impacted animal welfare organizations in Louisiana and surrounding areas, many animal shelters around the country have opened their facilities and are welcoming pets into their adoption programs. These networks that form to help during […]
Fighting for the Liberty State Park Protection Act
The fight for the protection of Liberty State Park continues as developers try to privatize the land for commercial development. Sam Pesin and the Friends of Liberty State Park volunteers are asking all residents in the area to rally on September 25th to urge Governor Phil Murphy and all state legislators to support the Liberty […]