One of America’s most highly-contentious election weeks is upon us, and Jersey City’s LITM has transformed into a space for political conversation. Its latest show, “Americana,” features the works of 28 different artists reflecting on various topics facing our nation. LITM, which stands for “Love is the Message,” is a cocktail bar, restaurant, and art […]
Boys and Girls Clubs of Hudson County – Lyricism 101
Lyricism 101 is a class available at Boys & Girls Club of Hudson County that focuses on the elements of Hip Hop culture and music, while infusing literacy skills – the art of writing rhymes, poetry, and freestyling. The class has entered a national BGC contest where they had to submit an original rhyme about 1 of three topics. […]
Top Fourteen Things to do This Weekend in Jersey City
Last weekend was a blast, and just as you’re all coming down from your sugar rush we’ve got a new list of great events for you to attend this weekend! If you’re not in the mood to dance – you don’t have to! Get on stage, enjoy some artwork, eat some grub! Whatever you do, […]
Derek Tunia
Derek is an extremely talented, full-time pop artist who lives in the Lafayette neighborhood in Jersey City. I first heard about him through my friends at Sneaker Room. He had a show there with another talented artist, Jeff Rose. Derek is one of the lucky artists who’s figured out a way to make his art into a […]
Victoria Miritello
There are way too many talented people living in and working in Jersey City, it’s almost astounding to me. Victoria Miritello is an abstract art photographer, and she is the first female photo I interviewed for ChicpeaJC. I know there are many others!! Victoria’s photos look like they are paintings, she is extremely talented. I […]
Mason Beggs
The Terminal of Terror Halloween party is taking place tomorrow night in the Historical Central Railroad of New Jersey’s terminal in Liberty State Park. When we started planning Terminal of Terror, I knew I wanted to somehow incorporate a theatrical aspect to the event. I thought it would be cool to try and bring out the […]
“Your Move” Opening Night Recap
“Your Move: New Jersey’s Modern Dance Festival” is held every October, presented by Art House Productions in partnership with DeBaun Performing Arts Center. “Your Move” presents Jersey City and Hoboken residents with the opportunity to experience high-caliber, boundary-pushing dance without crossing the Hudson. Thursday’s opening night performance featured ten pieces, each under ten minutes in length. […]
ANRK
I’ve been following Ruben Cedeno aka ANRK’s work for almost two years now. He seemed like this elusive and out-of-reach artist that keeps his life off the grid. I started learning more about him through the local fashion brand DEAD SINCE, as he is part of the crew and also designed some of their shirts. […]
JCAST 2016 Photo Gallery
JCAST is still going on today and some exhibits will be open throughout the month. For more info go to http://thejcast.com
Top Fifteen Things to do This Weekend in Jersey City
And just like that – it’s here in the blink of an eye. Are you ready for Jersey City’s biggest Arts event of the year? If not, hopefully, this will help you prep only for a portion of the action with live music, performances, and art all around the city! Of course, for those who […]
Alan Walker
I never really know what to expect when I walk into the home of someone I am about to interview. Sometimes, things are very simple, the interview is easy and straight to the point. I get to know them, take a bunch of photos, give them a hug goodbye, and that is the end of […]
Breanna Gutierrez
When I hear people of my age group (30-40) talk negatively about the younger generation of today, saying things like “The younger people are self consumed because of social media, have no aspirations,and have a sense of entitlement,” I get angry and tell them to read my blog, particularly the stories covering the young artists […]
Mana Contemporary presents – Marilyn: Character Not Image
ChicpeaJC had the privilege of attending the press conference for Mana Contemporary’s newest exhibition, Marilyn: Character Not Image, curated by Whoopi Goldberg. In a room with walls completely covered in a golden color, said to represent what we all think of Marilyn and the idea that she is the golden standard, the exhibition features various distorted […]
JCTC – Vanity Gallery Opening
Once a vice, now a virtue, we live in a new era of vanity, born at the crossroads of technology, narcissism, and celebrity. The public glorification of self has never been so easy, so colorful, and so acceptable, but what does this very public obsession with what used to be considered personal and private mean […]
Top 10 After-School Activities in JC
Calling all parents! Fall is here and it’s time to start getting your kids back in the groove of the school year. As a mom, I want my daughter to not only focus on academics but also have fun and learn something new. If you’re like me and want to keep your kid busy throughout the day, […]
Top Twenty Things to do This Weekend in Jersey City
Happy JC Fridays! If your week wasn’t crazy enough and you’re reading this then things are about to change and fast. Friday is going to be a day full of events (don’t forget to grab a JC Fridays map!), over forty of them that will be all across the city! Saturday and Sunday are toned […]
Aqua Land: JC Summer Works Arts Program
The students of the Jersey City Summer Works Arts Program created an underwater-themed mural named “Aqua Land” on Grand Street and Johnston Avenue in Jersey City. We were invited by Catherine Hart, an amazing artist who works for the JC Mural Program and mentors/teaches these wonderful artists during the summer program, to check out the mural […]
Darion
When you see street art, do you ever wonder what dope mind came up with it? Do you ever wonder what inspired such a piece? Do you ever hear a beat with a different tone or melody and wonder, “Damn, what inspired such a sick sound?” When I was scrolling down my Instagram and saw Darion, […]
Top Ten Things to do This Weekend in Jersey City
Sunsets and colors and the beauty of being a part of a city that is growing so fast. It’s time to take it down a notch and decompress. Your weekend is here and whether or not you’re looking for relaxation or keeping your energy high, we’ve got a wonderful lineup of events just for you. […]
Forever Young Festival 2016
This was a fun-filled weekend from beginning to end, packed with something for everyone to enjoy. From music to kickball, there was barely time to rest from one celebration to the next. If you didn’t go to any of these events, you missed out on an awesome weekend, but now’s your chance to catch up! […]
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