Why stay in when you can squeeze some of the last summer events into your schedule? Have some fun in the area! Thursday 6th Annual Autism Acceptance EventSeptember 9 @ 6PM – 10PMNewark Ave Pedestrian Plaza, Jersey City The 6th Annual Autism Acceptance special event supports The Whole Spectrum Autism Foundation. There’ll be catering provided by […]
Top things to do this weekend in + around Jersey City
Thursday JCLibraryLove Open Stage at Canco ParkSeptember 2 @ 6PM – 8PMCanco Park, 47 Dey St, Jersey City Join the Jersey City Free Public Library for their weekly open mic night. Bring the family for a picnic, bits from a food truck, and enjoy performances by local artists. Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/791246831514257/ Movies at Newark MoonlightSeptember 2 – […]
Top things to do this weekend in + around Jersey City
Find something new to do this weekend! Thursday Poetry in the ParkAugust 26 @ 12PM – 1PMVan Vorst Park, Jersey City Join Rescue Poetix, Brother Nixo, and Dujuana Sharese for Poetry in the Park, a lunchtime open mic. All are welcome to perform – you can sign up onsite and get a library card on […]
Top things to do in + around Jersey City this weekend
Continue celebrating Pride in Jersey City, support local artists, or hangout at local businesses this weekend! Thursday It’s Time for Hip HopAugust 19 @ 4PM – 9:30PMBrooklyn Army Terminal, 140 58th Street, Brooklyn Bill de Blasio and the Universal Hip Hop Museum have teamed up for the It’s Time for Hip Hop in NYC series. […]
Where to get vinyl records in Northern New Jersey
Whether it’s for National Vinyl Record Day (August 12th) or just a weekend of searching for gems, treat yourself to records from some local favorites and music stores in Northern New Jersey. Jersey City Iris Records109 Brunswick St, Jersey City Hours: Wednesday – Friday: 12PM to 7PM. Saturday: 10AM to 7PM. Website: http://www.irisrecordsjc.com/ Arawax Records601 11th St, […]
Top things to do this weekend in + around Jersey City
Enjoy the warm weather and sunshine with local events! Featured Jennie Kwon Jewelry Pop-up August 12–14 @ 12PM – 6PMLove Locked, 353 Grove St, Jersey City Jennie Kwon Fine Jewelry has a popup at Love Locked this week! Stop by from Thursday to Saturday for new pieces at 10% off, or contact Jennie Kwon to book […]
Top things to do in + around Jersey City this weekend
Don’t stay in this weekend – go out and have fun at local events this weekend! Thursday Rosé SoiréeJuly 29 @ 6PM – 7:15PM; 7:45PM – 9PMJersey Wines & Spirits, 492 Jersey Ave, Jersey City Taste ten different rosés when you stop by Jersey Wines & Spirits’ Rosé Soirée. Tickets are $15 with two time slots available: […]
LGBTQ+ musical artists you should have on your playlist
Pride Month is rooted in the fight for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community and focused on celebrating the work of queer individuals. This month, we’re highlighting some incredible musical artists in the community who deserve more love and support! CHIKA Genre: Hip-hop/rap/R&B Most recent project: Once Upon A Time (2021) – EP Social media: Instagram […]
Five new albums + EPs to listen to this week
Nothing makes a week go from good to great like new music. There’s so much great music available, give some new artists or current favorites a listen! Sour by Olivia Rodrigo Sour is Olivia Rodrigo’s debut album spanning across a variety of pop subgenres from alt-pop to bedroom pop. This album includes hit songs “driver’s […]
R&B + Soul artists who deserve more recognition
At any given moment, I’m listening to R&B and Soul music of every decade. As someone who loves sharing music with friends, there are so many amazing artists out there whose names I don’t hear or see brought up enough. If you’re looking for anything new to listen to or want to expand on a […]
Top things to do this weekend
Have some virtual/socially-distant fun this weekend! Jersey City RuPaul’s Drag Race Viewing PartyJanuary 22 @ 4PM – 10PM Head over to Headroom Lounge for a RuPaul’s Drag Race viewing party and performances with Olivia Lux! Event website: https://www.facebook.com/events/411964873247627/ Drive-in Movie Night January 22 @ 6PM107 Morgan St Join JCFamilies and the Exchange Place Alliance for more […]
MTV Host: Kevan Kenney
I grew up watching MTV and dreaming that one day I would host TRL or at the bare minimum be on a season of The Real World. Well that did not happen! But it’s ok cause I get to blog about cool shit and post videos on social media, almost the same?! When I found […]
Top things to do this weekend
Wind down from the Thanksgiving feast and have fun with local events this weekend! Jersey City Holiday Adventure at Liberty Science Center November 27 – January 3, 2021 222 Jersey City Blvd View this post on Instagram A post shared by Liberty Science Center (@libertysciencecenter) Join Liberty Science Center for their holiday experience, including a […]
Top 9 Things To Do This Weekend In JC & Beyond
If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, try a virtual event, a private showing, or an outdoor gathering in the area! Check out some local recommendations. Jersey City Exhibition Openings November 20 – January 23 Novado Gallery, 110 Morgan St View this post on Instagram A post shared by Novado Gallery, LLC […]
A Live Session With June and The Pushas
I’ve known June for as long as this blog exists, he doesn’t know this but he was one of the first local JC creatives to believe in me and this platform. I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing him twice! Once with his previous band mates and the second time as a “Stylish Peep“. If you […]
Top Things to Do This Weekend
Find something fun to do in the area! Remember, wear your mask and stay safe when going out to avoid the spread of COVID. Jersey City America: A Work in Progress November 13–15 View this post on Instagram A post shared by No Dominion Theatre Co. (@nodominiontheatreco) No Dominion Theatre is hosting a 3-day online […]
2020 BET Hip-Hop Award Winners, The Complete List
It’s another one in the books for the BET Hip Hop Awards. With us still being in the middle of a pandemic, the awards show this year was all virtual and brought performances from some of hip hop dopest artists to the stage. Lil Baby and 42 Dugg opened things up with “We Paid” and […]
Kool & The Gang Robert “Kool” Bell
We recently learned of the heartbreaking news of the passing of Ronald Bell. We would like to dedicate this blog post in his memory. ROBERT “KOOL” BELL Robert “Kool” Bell is one of the founding members of the legendary Pop/R&B group Kool & the Gang, the seven-time Grammy award-winners who also earned many American Music […]
10 Songs to Add to Your Home Workout Playlist
If your home workout playlist could use a boost during quarantine, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re running outside, doing a home workout video, or trying your hand at Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, or anything else, if you’re moving your body, you’ll need some inspiration to get you pumped! Check out our list of 10 songs […]
“Richard Hazan”- My father, The Rockstar
Today is my father’s 70th birthday. How do I celebrate this man that has everything? This man that has taught me everything I know about being a good human being, family member, entrepreneur and how to crush life. A renaissance man. A loving father, despite going through some crazy shit in his life, he always […]
