I always find it a little too ordinary when people say that “There’s nothing to do on the weekend.” One of the best parts about living in Jersey City as it is at its peak is that there’s so much to do and so little time. As cliché as that may be, it’s the truth – spreading […]
The New Mom’s Guide to Jersey City
I remember the day perfectly. It was a particularly warm afternoon in July when I loaded up a van with all my worldly possessions, an eight-month old baby, books to study for the bar (but that’s a story for another day) and drove through the Holland Tunnel connecting New York City to New Jersey. We […]
Top Five Things to do in Jersey City this Weekend
I usually say that the weekends are going to be crazy, but I’ve just now realized that’s been an understatement this entire time. This weekend is literally packed full of cultural celebrations and festivals, and music and definitely plenty of food! Friday Puerto Rican Heritage Festival & Parade 2015 August 14th – 16th Various times […]
National Immunization Awareness Month
The month of August basically means that school is out and kids are playing everywhere. We’ve got nice weather, lots of sun and probably some rain which is probably the perfect time for dormant diseases to get cozy for the school season. Immunization is important for all of us, especially our children. With school right […]
The Brunswick School
A few months ago, while visiting the Brunswick Center, I got a peek into the Brunswick school. A new preschool for children starting from the age of 6 months old to kindergarteners. My first reaction when I saw the space was “wow”… no joke, as a mom of a toddler I’ve visited MANY pre-schools in […]
Groove on Grove: Artist and Maker Market / Beer Night
Are you ready to get down with your bad self? Groove on Grove is back on August 5th with an awesome lineup and an Artist and Maker Market and beer night!! Wednesday night turn it up! Also, really important to note this will be the last boozy Groove on Grove until JC Friday’s in September! YOU […]
Mini Weekend Roundup
I ended up eating amazing gelato today. My taste buds felt like they were running through golden fields of awesomeness, along with the children who were laughing on the Ferris wheel and the families mingling to the sounds and vocals of Kiwi. This weekend, Lynn and I split about seven events right down the middle—this […]
Sugartown Bakery & Cafe
I’ve walked by Sugartown Bakery many times after hanging at my favorite hangout spot, Van Vorst Park with mini-chicpea. I never really thought to go into this adorable shop since I thought it was just a bakery specializing in cakes for weddings, bridal showers and various events. Little did I know it was an all-encompassing […]
Willow Benham
I’ve known Willow since before mini-chicpea was even born, she is the uber stylish toddler of one of my dear Jersey City friends. Every time I see Willow she is wearing a fun outfit; from princess dress, to super hero swag… this tot knows how to work it… and she really is one of the […]
Swimming in Jersey City
The summer season is here!! After an epic winter it’s time to take advantage of the warm months! I was recently added to the city’s “press list” (I am so excited btw) and got a press release from Mayor Steven Fulop‘s press secretary Jennifer Morrill about the Opening of Pools & Park Sprinklers Citywide. I thought […]
Autism NJ’s 50th Anniversary
Last night I attended “Time to Toast”, Autism NJ’s 50th year celebration cocktail to create autism awareness, celebrate and talk about their November 5th Gala at Liberty State Park. I am always up for supporting these amazing organizations that make a huge impact on peoples lives. As a mother I can understand how helpless parents […]
Food Revolution Day with Bambino Chef
When I am not stuffing my face with pizza or burgers for blog posts, I eat extremely healthy. I’ve always been a huge advocate for healthy and clean eating and I try my best to always incorporate real and whole foods in my family’s diet. A week ago I ran into Rene, aka Bambino Chef […]
Spring Weekend Roundup
I can’t believe I wrote a whole paragraph as my subtitle for all the different events I got to attend this weekend, it was insane! Ever since launching the ChicpeaJC calendar I have been attempting to stay on top of all the fun things going on around Jersey City (which is pretty much impossible). There […]
Gymboree
I have 7 nieces and nephews so before I even had a kid I was very familiar with Gymboree and it’s awesomeness. In fact my family in Israel congregate at a local Gymboree every Tuesday after school! The call it “happy hour”. As soon as my mini chicpea came into this world and turned 6 […]
Pinocchio by Puppetworks
Pinocchio has to be one of my favorite stories of all times and when Timothy Henrick, the Communications director for the Jersey City Theatre Center (JCTC) emailed me to invite me to their new puppet show I immediately responded and said “get me an interview, I am there”. I went a few days before the […]
WorryWoo Monsters
A few months ago my new friend Rika boss woman of Republic of Pigtails told me about her friend and fellow mom entrepreneur Andi Green. Andi Green writes and illustrates children’s books here in Jersey City. I was extremely curious to find out more so I went to Word bookstore in Jersey City to purchase […]
Katja Larssen
In the beginning of summer on one of the many block parties in Jersey City, I was walking around and heard an angelic voice coming from the stage. I went closer and saw Katja, a young lady singing and playing on her guitar a Lana Del Ray song. I couldn’t keep my eyes off her, […]
Sensory Kids LLC
I’ve walked by Sensory Kids many times, always with my toddler in tow, I would peak in and see so many happy children running around and playing and I really wanted to go in there and check the place out. I didn’t, because I thought Sensory Kids was predominantly for children with learning disabilities. I […]
Jersey City: Halloween 2014
Past Halloween’s consisted of finding a last-minute costume, going somewhere for drinks and then being in bed by 11pm. After my big birthday/90’s dance party in July, DJ George Soul and I, immediately decided we should throw another party…. “80’s Halloween Prom”. This time we wanted to go bigger and better, so we teamed up […]
All About Downtown Street Fair
The countdown begins to THE biggest street fair of the year. Over 125 local vendors will be gracing our streets on September 20th. If you are a true ChicpeaJC reader you know by now that one of my favorite things to do is going to markets/street fairs/festivals. Where else can you shop for cute things, […]
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