In Jersey City, many diverse organizations rely on volunteers to help carry out the vital work within the community. When volunteering, not only are you giving back to the community, but volunteering also has many mental and physical benefits. In my opinion, the greatest is having a sense of purpose and contributing to a cause […]
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, […]
Celebrating the World Refugee Day Festival in Jersey City
Press Release – June 1, 2021 Welcome Home Jersey City, a community-based nonprofit organization that provides educational, employment and material support for refugees and asylees, will sponsor World Refugee Day Festival 2021 in conjunction with First Friends of NJ and NY, a nonprofit providing services to detained immigrants and asylum seekers such as volunteer visitation resettlement […]
Vaccine Rollout Update
The following is a newsletter from Steven Fulop: As many of you know, a couple of years ago my brother passed away from a hereditary heart condition which is throughout my family. As a result, I became eligible for the vaccine today and I proudly took that step. This is important for my family, and […]
West Side Community Fridge
When the world feels so heavy, and everything around us seems to be falling apart there is still a silver lining. Genuine, caring and compassionate people who do incredibly positive things for others just out of the kindness in their hearts. A few months ago, I saw on Social Media that someone had set up […]
Introduction to Judaism Beginning Again This Fall!
You’re curious about Judaism and what this 3,000-year-old tradition has to offer you or your family’s life? Welcome. Rabbi Moritt’s Introduction to Judaism class will begin again on Wednesday October 28. Running for 18 weeks, the class will be held on Thursday evenings beginning at 7.30 Open to all, our class is designed for individuals […]
Jackson Hill Pop Up Initiative
The Jackson Hill pop-up is an initiative that started pre-lockdown. A very innovative approach to increasing small business presence in Jersey City. Spaces in Pop Up Jackson Hill are 10ft x 10ft converted shipping containers and access is given during business hours as well as an hour before and an hour after. The container village is […]
City announces Municipal Outdoor Pools Open
Mayor Fulop announced today the reopening of two public pools as well as all city playgrounds and splash pads as the scorching summer temperatures set in and the city works to reopen its public spaces and services to the community at large, on the heels of three-plus months of the pandemic lockdown. The recent summer […]
A Call For Peace in Jersey City
A positive story we all need, about communities in Jersey City coming together for the youth. A story of hope and love and a better future for our neighborhoods. I had the pleasure of getting to know Nyquazah a few months ago when she just opened her Creative Arts Center in the Greenville neighborhood in […]
Mayor Fulop Reopens Farmers’ Markets
Mayor Fulop Reopens Farmers’ Markets to Provide Healthy Food Access & Support Local Businesses while Adhering to Social Distancing Measures Latest Step to Move Jersey City Forward as Residents & Businesses Look to Recover JERSEY CITY – Mayor Steven M. Fulop announced today the latest step toward carefully reopening the municipality after a nearly two-month […]
The Story Of Mark Bustos
“The NYC Hair Stylist That Gives Free Haircuts To The Homeless” Feel good click bait articles always get me, talented people doing good things give me hope in a crazy world filled with so much scary shit and people like Mark make the world a better place, one haircut at a time. Months later after […]
Updates and measures as the city prepares for COVID-19
We’ve been staying on top of the news, obsessively hitting refresh on every platform out there, analyzing data, talking to city officials and people in the community. The truth is, people are getting sick, this is not “just the flu” and we don’t believe the Jersey City is taking this as seriously as they should. […]
Qua’s Creative Arts Center
Nyquazah is a creative director and art instructor who recently opened the first art center in the urban community. As someone who was always into art but recognized that there weren’t any centers to encourage arts, she decided to take matters into her own hands and organize workshops for children. Every Saturday, she would put […]
Haven Adolescent Community Respite Center’s 3rd Annual Gala
The Haven Adolescent Community Respite Center (Haven) is celebrating another year serving Hudson County with a gala! Join them on January 15th for their annual gala celebrating a third year of providing services and support to youth and families. What is Haven? Haven provides programming and support to Hudson County adolescents and their families when […]
Top things to do in Jersey City + NYC this Weekend
Want to have some fun before the holidays? Here are some local events in the area! Jersey City Thursday HDSID Holiday Market December 19 @ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Grove St PATH Plaza Get the last of your holiday shopping done at the HDSID market! They’ll be open December 19, 21, 22, and 23. […]
Top things to do this weekend in Jersey City and NYC
We’ve got you covered for this weekend’s community events! Jersey City Thursday Qua Creative Kidz Day of Fun December 12 @ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Mary Bethune Center, 140 Martin Luther King Dr View this post on Instagram A post shared by QUA CREATIVE ART CENTER (@quacreativeartcenter) Bring the kids for a day of […]
8 Organizations to Support on Giving Tuesday
It’s Giving Tuesday, a day dedicated to giving back to the community and organizations that work to the community’s benefit. With a long list of non-profit organizations and businesses who can use your support, here are just a few of our favorites. You can find a full list of local organizations on greatnonprofits.org and volunteer.jerseycitynj.gov. […]
The 16th Annual Snowflake Awards at Liberty House Restaurant
Join Liberty House Restaurant and Landmark Hospitality for their 16th annual Snowflake Awards to benefit Jersey City schools! On November 26, Liberty House Restaurant will be hosting a complimentary event where over 350 Jersey City private and public school kids compete in holiday tree decorating and enjoy a fun day with local celebrities and entertainers. […]
Must-Visit Pop-ups in NYC this Fall
If you’re all about curating an Instagram aesthetic or just really enjoy an immersive and pop-up experience – you’re in luck. Here’s a list of must-visit pop-ups in NYC this fall. Be sure to hurry as tickets are selling out fast! Sloomoo Institute View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sloomoo Institute (@sloomooinstitute) Sloomoo Institute […]
10 Spots to Get Your Wing Fix in Jersey City
Football season is upon us, that means: an endless supply of chicken wings, flat-screen TVs, and a cold bottle of beer. It’s undeniable that chicken wings are a football party staple. Whether it’s a house party or a good sports bar, it would seem incomplete without buffalo wings on the menu. If you are looking […]
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