I was actually not planning on doing a “top things to do this weekend” but I woke up in the middle of the night, tossing and turning, trying to remember everything that was going on this weekend. At around 6am I decided to make myself a list and then well… here it is. So much […]
Art House Productions: YOUR MOVE and “Is That Danny DeVito?”
When you dig into Jersey City’s art community you can really find some astounding works of art in all forms. Art House Productions (AHP) monthly hosts an amazing number of little gems that last for a short time. The first of this week’s great performances is The Box Colony Theatre’s first collaboration with Art House […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials
Happy Monday! Looking forward to another amazing week in JC…Let’s Have A Night! Monday – October 12th LobsterFest @ Amelia’s Bistro Get your week started off in style. Starting at 4pm, get a 1 1/4 lb. Lobster for just $15.95 when you purchase any cocktail from their Specialty Cocktail List (Dine In Only). After you […]
Navatri Festival in Jersey City
The next two weekends, India Square which is located in the Journal Square area will be a party zone for the Navatri Festival. To celebrate this joyous occasion, we are dedicating the next two weeks to Indian culture; food, fashion and art. “Navaratri is a festival dedicated to the worship of the Hindu deity Durga. The word Navaratri means ‘nine nights’ […]
Creative by Nature & Stained Glass Windows of St. Paul’s
What an amazing community event this past Saturday’s “Creative by Nature & Stained Glass Windows of St. Paul’s” was! Spearheaded by three fierce ladies of our Jersey City community, Priscilla Renta, Cynthia Renta and Roxana Marroquin, it was truly a success for everyone involved. I first met Priscilla and Cynthia through Rising Tide Capital’s the Community Business Academy and right from […]
The Jersey City International Television and Film Festival 2015
YEAS. I’ve been waiting to write this post ever since I covered the JCITFF Blockbuster red carpet and party a few months ago. It was a night to remember! Save the date for the return of the Jersey City International Television and Film Festival (JCITFF) featuring events and independent films throughout the city from October 16th to […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials
Welcome back from the weekend! Time to Have A Night once again! Monday – October 5th Martini Monday @ Henry’s On The Hudson 1/2 price martinis and $5 bar pies. This is a match made in heaven as you can set a base so those long stemmed glasses filled with vodka won’t sneak up on […]
JCAST 2015 Recap!
Thursday afternoon I got a bunch of messages from friends and acquaintances wishing me “good luck,” to which I responded “for what?”. Everyone had assumed that I would be attempting to cover 200 + Art events happening this weekend. To their dismay, my response was “I am sitting this one out.” To be honest, I’ve […]
Your Guide to the Jersey City Arts & Studio Tour
The Jersey City Art & Studio Tour is the biggest weekend in art, featuring over 800 artist at locations all over JC. Last year I got a whole street team to help me cover as many events as possible! This year some of the chicpeaJC contributor have volunteered to do the same! Check out a […]
Jersey City Epic Events Recap!
Woah. This week was intense! Seven of us covered over 13 events this week! Now instead of an overwhelming massive recap. Each event has it’s own post! Click the links below and check them out!! South House Ribbon Cutting written by ChicpeaJC http://www.chicpeajc.com/food/drinks/south-house-ribbon-cutting/ Jersey City Fashion Week Written by ChicpeaJC and Shanelle http://www.chicpeajc.com/fun/events-parties/jersey-city-fashion-week/ […]
HOPE “Business in A Box”
On Thursday evening seven high school students were present in the City Hall Council Caucus room presenting their business plans to a set of Jersey City business owners and city council members who judged their plans. HOPE “Business in A Box” is a Project of the Jersey City Economic Development Corporation and Mayor Steven M. […]
American Dreamers
On Friday night I ventured to Merseles Studio to become fully engulfed in the world premiere of Lia Romeo’s American Dreamers. The play was based on three millennials and their transition into being adults in an adult world with adult things. Actors—Madalyn Pedone, Daniel Rutz, Tina Wong-Lu, Annabel Barret, and Alan Niebuhr really made the […]
Transmission Nightclub: Sonia Santore Fashion Show
Saturday night’s premiere opening of the Club Room at Transmission Nightclub’s was the place to be. The bar / lounge had the perfect mixture of vibes within its 5000 square foot space. Transmission Nightclub, located downtown Jersey City in the city’s art district on Bay Street is an artist work within itself. The cobblestone road […]
6th Annual Washington Park LIVE! Arts & Music Festival
This weekend was once again packed with events throughout the city, but one of the most exciting events of them all was the 6th Annual Washington Park LIVE!. The eastern section of Washington Park was once again transformed into a super artsy venue full of food vendors, live music, murals, a beer garden, face painting, and […]
Candles, Cocktails, and Conversations
This past Saturday, I was thrilled to experience my first ever candle making class by Wax Kandy. Kimberly Sumpter, Owner and Operator of Wax Kandy, hosted her first Candles, Cocktails, and Conversations event. It was intimate, fun and heavenly (everyone picked amazing scents!). The conversations were definitely happening and it was great to see how candle making brought people […]
Break A Leg Showcase
I was excited to cover the Break a Leg Showcase organized by Charles Kosani, a Hip-Hop emcee, coordinator of performance showcases and chef-in-the-making! It’s always great to support the local Hip-Hop scene in Jersey City. I was especially excited to see how many New Jersey underground greats were on the bill, a few of whom I’ve shared […]
Golden Door Film Festival Opening Night
As I walked out of the 1920s theatre doors into the brisk night air, I must’ve been nearing floating off the sidewalk. I was on such a high from the night I just experienced. Stars, a red carpet, drinks flowing, music playing…I’m talking about the opening night of the 5th annual Golden Door Film Festival. […]
Lunar Mania! at Liberty Science Center
Last night the hubby and I attended Lunar Mania! at the Liberty Science Center. A special “after hours” event to witness a rare supermoon eclipse—the only one we’ll see for the next 18 years! When the moon travels into Earth’s shadow, its entire visible surface appears light red. We arrived at around 7:45pm and we were greeted by Mary […]
The Hamilton Park BBQ Recap
What a way to spend a Saturday! My eight-year-old sister Vianka and I made our way over to Hamilton Park’s annual BBQ festival. As soon as we got there we smelled the sweet smell of smoky goodness. We made a lap around all the tents to see what our options were, and Vianka immediately took […]
Jersey City Fashion Week
Last week was the 5th Annual Jersey City Fashion Week. A few days before the festivities began, Priscilla Pender a PR chick who helps the founder Desha Lang Jackson, reached out to let me know that I would be getting an award as “Person of Influence.” I was absolutely ecstatic and so appreciative of the […]
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