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Jersey City has been named the #1 "Most Culturally Diverse City in America" by WalletHub. Furthermore, Livability.com ranked our very own Jersey City in the "Top 10 Best Cities for Recent College Grads". Jersey City's rich tapestry of people and neighborhoods, each with its own vibe and personality, is what sets us apart - not just in our region - but in the entire country. Have a look around. If you don't already call JC home, you might after exploring it. Go ahead, dive in!

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Jersey City Parents Support Groups

Jersey City Parents Support Groups

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Jersey City Parents Support Groups Navigating the complexities of parenthood can be a challenging time for a family. Lucky for...
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How the Foods We Eat Impact Our Mental Health

How the Foods We Eat Impact Our Mental Health

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How the Foods We Eat Impact Our Mental Health There has been a lot of research that shows our diet...
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Ten Woman-Owned Restaurants + Cafes in Jersey City

Ten Woman-Owned Restaurants + Cafes in Jersey City

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Ten Woman-Owned Restaurants + Cafes in Jersey City With a diverse restaurant scene in Jersey City, several woman-owned and operated...
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Upcoming Pub Crawls in Jersey City

Upcoming Pub Crawls in Jersey City

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Upcoming Pub Crawls in Jersey City With St. Patrick’s Day rapidly approaching, many celebrators will be looking to enjoy the...
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Seven Best Margarita spots in Jersey City

Seven Best Margarita spots in Jersey City

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Where to Get Margaritas in Jersey City for Margarita Day    Did someone say Margarita Day in Jersey City? Whether...
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Shopping Local in Jersey City

Shopping Local in Jersey City

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Ten Local Shops in Jersey City to Support Jersey City is known for its diverse and unique neighborhoods; within each,...
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Valentine’s Day in Jersey City

Valentine’s Day in Jersey City

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Valentine’s Day in Jersey City  Valentine’s Day brings out mixed emotions and traditionally, events were only made for couples. However,...
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Activities for Jersey City Moms in JC

Activities for Jersey City Moms in JC

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Activities for Jersey City Moms  Because Jersey City is such a busy area, one may think that only young singles...
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Celebrating Hot & Spicy Food Day w/ Dishes in JC

Celebrating Hot & Spicy Food Day w/ Dishes in JC

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Celebrating Hot & Spicy Food Day w/ Dishes in JC Spicy food has become one of my favorite types of...
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Tips & Tricks for New Year Resolutions

Tips & Tricks for New Year Resolutions

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Tips to Keep Your New Year's Resolutions    The start of a new year brings excitement, joy, elevated levels of...
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A Guide to Places to Work Remotely in Jersey City

A Guide to Places to Work Remotely in Jersey City

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A Guide to Places to Work Remotely in Jersey City Working from home is a fantastic job perk. You do...
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The Closing of Liberty Humane Society in JC

The Closing of Liberty Humane Society in JC

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The Closing of Liberty Humane Society Located behind Liberty Science Center, beside a ramp to the turnpike, lies 235 Jersey...
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Winter Fun & Food in and around Jersey City

Winter Fun & Food in and around Jersey City

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Winter Fun & Food in and around Jersey City There’s no denying that winter is one of the most magical...
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Setting Boundaries During the Holiday Season

Setting Boundaries During the Holiday Season

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Setting Boundaries During the Holiday Season Written by Christina Kuo, licensed therapist and a wellness advisor. I look forward to...
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The Five Best Jersey City Spots for Your New Favorite Mocktails

The Five Best Jersey City Spots for Your New Favorite Mocktails

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The Five Best Jersey City Spots for Your New Favorite Mocktails I recently made the decision to stop drinking alcohol....
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The New and Improved Jersey City Waterfront

The New and Improved Jersey City Waterfront

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The New and Improved Jersey City Waterfront The city’s riverside hangout spot boasts a few new features this year that...
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Ways to Give Back in Jersey City

Ways to Give Back in Jersey City

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Ways to Give Back in Jersey City The Holiday season is a time of expressing gratitude and compassion. It is...
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Celebrating National Family Caregivers Month

Celebrating National Family Caregivers Month

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Honoring the Family Caregivers in our Lives National Family Caregivers Month is celebrated every year in November: it is the...
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Rainy Day Activities in Jersey City

Rainy Day Activities in Jersey City

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Rainy Day Activities in Jersey City  Fall started off weeks with rain in Jersey City. Residents got discouraged from doing...
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Water Lantern Festival in JC

Water Lantern Festival in JC

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Highlighting the Water Lantern Festival  By Maya Faulds Picture a calm lake, shrouded in darkness. Now, envision this peaceful lake...
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Halloween in Jersey City

Halloween in Jersey City

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Halloween in Jersey City  Yep, that’s right, spooky week is finally here and Jersey City events are happening all over...
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Celebrating Pitbull Awareness Month in JC

Celebrating Pitbull Awareness Month in JC

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Celebrating Pitbull Awareness Month October begins National Pitbull Awareness Month, an awareness campaign established by dedicated animal advocates and welfare...
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Romeo & Juliet in JC; Exclusive Interview w/ Director Sean Hagerty

Romeo & Juliet in JC; Exclusive Interview w/ Director Sean Hagerty

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Romeo & Juliet in JC; Exclusive Interview w/ Director Sean Hagerty   Interview with Sean Hagerty  I recently sat down...
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Ringing in the Fall in and around Jersey City

Ringing in the Fall in and around Jersey City

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Ringing in the Fall in and around Jersey City   When Robert Frost wrote "Nature’s first green is gold” in...
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Greening Your Business Grant in Jersey City

Greening Your Business Grant in Jersey City

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Greener JC Announces Final Round 3 of the Greening Your Business Grant  By Greener JC Intern, Carolyn Abdalla   Greening...
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Celebrating Self-Care Awareness Month

Celebrating Self-Care Awareness Month

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Celebrating Self-Care Awareness Month with Joy Mental Fitness in Jersey City  Nurturing the Soul: The Therapist's Perspective on Self-Care with...
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Kid Friendly Parks in Jersey City

Kid Friendly Parks in Jersey City

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Guide to Kid-Friendly Parks in Jersey City   Living in Jersey City has boundless opportunities to have fun and enjoy...
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First Date Ideas in JC

First Date Ideas in JC

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First Date Ideas in JC Jersey City presents an exciting and romantic environment - the busy downtown area, trendy art...
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Celebrating Free Menstrual Health Products in New Jersey Public Schools

Celebrating Free Menstrual Health Products in New Jersey Public Schools

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The Flow Initiative Celebrates Passage of Bill A1349 Offering Free Menstrual Health Products in New Jersey Public Schools On August...
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Celebrating National Dog Day in Jersey City

Celebrating National Dog Day in Jersey City

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Celebrating National Dog Day in Jersey City National Dog Day, celebrated annually on August 26th, is a special day dedicated...
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Celebrating World Photography Day in Jersey City

Celebrating World Photography Day in Jersey City

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Celebrating World Photography Day in Jersey City Photography has become a part of our lives more than ever. With easy...
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Celebrating National Nonprofit Day in Jersey City

Celebrating National Nonprofit Day in Jersey City

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Celebrating National Nonprofit Day in Jersey City National Nonprofit Day takes place on August 17th and is a day to...
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15 Spots in JC to Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day

15 Spots in JC to Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day

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Happy National Chicken Wing Day! In celebration of National Chicken Wing Day on July 29, EverythingJerseyCity.com teamed up with 15...
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National Holistic Therapy Day in Jersey City

National Holistic Therapy Day in Jersey City

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Celebrating National Holistic Therapy Day in Jersey City   Holistic Therapy Day, celebrated annually on July 26, honors the approach...
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Happy National Hot Dog Day with Pete’s Hot Dogs

Happy National Hot Dog Day with Pete’s Hot Dogs

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Highlighting Pete's Hot Dogs for National Hot Dog Day     My favorite food is a hot dog. I’ve said...
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Your Guide to Adult Leagues in Jersey City

Your Guide to Adult Leagues in Jersey City

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Your Guide to Adult Leagues in Jersey City   Do you miss playing a team sport? The camaraderie, the encouragement...
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Celebrating National Kitten Day

Celebrating National Kitten Day

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Celebrating National Kitten Day   July 10th is known for celebrating National Kitten Day. It is a day we not...
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Ten Historic Sites in Jersey City

Ten Historic Sites in Jersey City

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Ten Historic Sites in Jersey City   Jersey City is filled with vibrant culture from local businesses, nonprofit organizations, food,...
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Delicious Dishes for a BBQ Gathering

Delicious Dishes for a BBQ Gathering

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Delicious Dishes for a BBQ Gathering   With the summertime here, hosting and attending BBQs with family and friends is...
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EJC’s New Instagram Relaunch

EJC’s New Instagram Relaunch

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EJC's New Instagram Relaunch   EverythingJerseyCity.com is proud to announce our upcoming Instagram relaunch of our new account - @everythingjerseycitydotcom...
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Your Guide to Gluten-Free Options in Jersey City

Your Guide to Gluten-Free Options in Jersey City

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Your Guide to Gluten-Free Options in Jersey City   Jersey City's vibrant and diverse food scene is a culinary playground...
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Live Music and Entertainment in Jersey City

Live Music and Entertainment in Jersey City

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Live Music and Entertainment in Jersey City   We’re lucky to live in a city filled with many live music...
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Celebrating Period Poverty Awareness Week with The Flow Initiative

Celebrating Period Poverty Awareness Week with The Flow Initiative

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Celebrating Period Poverty Awareness Week with The Flow Initiative    During the last week of May, we come together across...
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Take a Mural Tour of Jersey City

Take a Mural Tour of Jersey City

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Take a Mural Tour of Jersey City If you live in Jersey City, chances are you have a favorite neighborhood...
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Outdoor Activities in Jersey City

Outdoor Activities in Jersey City

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Your Guide to Outdoor Activities in Jersey City As the weather warms up, it's time to get outside and enjoy...
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Affordable Date Night Ideas in Jersey City

Affordable Date Night Ideas in Jersey City

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Affordable Date Night Ideas in JC Looking for an affordable and unique date out in Jersey City? We’ve compiled a...
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Jersey City’s Marathon Recap

Jersey City’s Marathon Recap

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Jersey City's Marathon Recap The Jersey City Road Runners (JCRR), in partnership with the City of Jersey City and CompuScore,...
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Jersey City Thrifting 101

Jersey City Thrifting 101

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Your Guide to Thrift & Vintage Shops in Jersey City Thrift shops are often overlooked when one is looking to...
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Greener JC to Host Community Solar Public Meeting April 19!

Greener JC to Host Community Solar Public Meeting April 19!

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Do you want to support clean local renewable energy? Are you interested in saving money on your utility bills? If...
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Celebrate the Spring in 2023

Celebrate the Spring in 2023

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Ring in Spring This Week in JC Some say spotting the first cardinal of the season is the surest sign...
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Jersey City’s “SHEROs” of the Pandemic

Jersey City’s “SHEROs” of the Pandemic

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Jersey City Women's Advisory Board & The SHEROS of the Pandemic The Jersey City Women’s Advisory Board was founded in 2022 by...
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Honoring Jersey City Women

Honoring Jersey City Women

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Jersey City Women-Owned Businesses to Support for Women’s History Month March represents “Women’s History Month,” with March 8th designated International...
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Sweet Tooths Assemble!

Sweet Tooths Assemble!

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Where to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth in JC The recent announcement that Crumbl Cookies would soon call Jersey City home...
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Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Jersey City

Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Jersey City

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Your Perfect Valentine’s Day in JC Itinerary Valentine’s Day is here again, which means it’s time to plan THE best...
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Black History Month in Jersey City

Black History Month in Jersey City

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Celebrating Black History Month  February marks Black History Month, also known as African American History Month. It is recognized internationally,...
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Jersey City New Businesses to Check Out 2023 

Jersey City New Businesses to Check Out 2023 

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Getting bored of the local faves? Several new businesses, from restaurants and food markets to consulting companies, have made their...
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Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Jersey City 

Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Jersey City 

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Goodbye 2022, Hello 2023! It’s time to welcome 2023 with a big celebration with friends and family. If you can’t...
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Holidays in Jersey City

Holidays in Jersey City

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Celebrate the Holiday Season in Jersey City  It’s that time of the year again! Lucky for us, Jersey City is...
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Giving Back for the Thanksgiving Season

Giving Back for the Thanksgiving Season

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The Season to Give Back – Volunteering Opportunities in Jersey City  It’s the season of giving back and living in...
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National Native American Heritage Month

National Native American Heritage Month

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Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month National American Indian Heritage Month is celebrated in November to recognize the first Americans'...
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Spooky Things to do for Spooky Month!

Spooky Things to do for Spooky Month!

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10 Things To Do for Spooky Month October is coming to a close, which means that the most wonderful time...
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage in Jersey City

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage in Jersey City

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage in Jersey City Hispanic Heritage Month takes place every year in September and October to recognize and...
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ALL ABOUT DOWNTOWN STREET FAIR

ALL ABOUT DOWNTOWN STREET FAIR

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HUGE TURNOUT FOR SHOPPING AND END-OF-SUMMER FUN The streets of Downtown Jersey City were crowded last Saturday, as revelers sipped...
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A Look Inside Flor Y Café 

A Look Inside Flor Y Café 

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A Look Inside Flor Y Café  In the Heights of Jersey City, Flor Y Café is a mother and daughter-owned...
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Zoraida Campo’s 100th Birthday Celebration!

Zoraida Campo’s 100th Birthday Celebration!

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Zoraida Campo’s 100th Birthday Celebration! A few days before Zoraida’s 100th birthday, we were approached by her granddaughter, Luz F.,...
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What To Do With The Rest Of Your Summer In Jersey City

What To Do With The Rest Of Your Summer In Jersey City

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What To Do With The Rest Of Your Summer In Jersey City These are truly the dog days of summer....
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Jersey City’s Restaurant Week

Jersey City’s Restaurant Week

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If you're a foodie, then Jersey City is the place to be. Our vibrant city is home to a diverse...
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Celebrating the Fourth of July in Jersey City

Celebrating the Fourth of July in Jersey City

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Celebrating the Fourth of July in Jersey City July 4th marks Independence Day for America with celebrations across the country....
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Gussy’s Cafe Opens in Jersey City

Gussy’s Cafe Opens in Jersey City

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Gussy’s Cafe Opens in Jersey City On June 20th 2022, Gussy’s Cafe had their official grand opening at 340 Third...
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WHERE TO CELEBRATE JUNETEENTH IN JERSEY CITY

WHERE TO CELEBRATE JUNETEENTH IN JERSEY CITY

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WHERE TO CELEBRATE JUNETEENTH IN JERSEY CITY This Sunday marks the 157th anniversary of Juneteenth, a holiday known well to...
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Best Weekend Trips from Jersey City

Best Weekend Trips from Jersey City

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Best Weekend Trips from Jersey City June is the unofficial start of summer, and what better way to kick off...
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MAY IS AAPI HERITAGE MONTH – HERE ARE FOUR AAPI-OWNED SPOTS YOU CAN’T MISS

MAY IS AAPI HERITAGE MONTH – HERE ARE FOUR AAPI-OWNED SPOTS YOU CAN’T MISS

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MAY IS AAPI HERITAGE MONTH – HERE ARE FOUR AAPI-OWNED SPOTS YOU CAN’T MISS It’s finally spring in Jersey City!...
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JC Moms Get Down to Business

JC Moms Get Down to Business

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JC Moms Get Down to Business It was Mother’s Day this past weekend and we’re ready to celebrate moms doing...
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Local Organization Lights It Up Blue All Year Long for Autism Acceptance

Local Organization Lights It Up Blue All Year Long for Autism Acceptance

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Local Organization Lights It Up Blue All Year Long for Autism Acceptance April is observed as Autism Acceptance Month, but...
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How to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Jersey City

How to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Jersey City

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How to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Jersey City Celebrated across the United States and Mexico, Cinco de mayo dates...
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Jersey City Summer Camps 2022: Why You Should Enroll Your Child

Jersey City Summer Camps 2022: Why You Should Enroll Your Child

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Jersey City Summer Camps 2022: Why You Should Enroll Your Child When was the last time your child made a...
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7 Best Pet Friendly Apartments in Jersey City

7 Best Pet Friendly Apartments in Jersey City

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7 Best Pet Friendly Apartments in Jersey City When searching for a new home, it’s old fashioned for apartments to...
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Parade Celebrates Historic Saint Peter’s Peacocks March Madness Run

Parade Celebrates Historic Saint Peter’s Peacocks March Madness Run

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The Peacocks have strutted home to a city ready to celebrate their incredible March Madness run that left the country...
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Jersey City’s Proud Peacocks: St. Peter’s Incredible Tournament Run Comes to End

Jersey City’s Proud Peacocks: St. Peter’s Incredible Tournament Run Comes to End

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The clock may have struck midnight for the St. Peter’s Peacocks men’s basketball team on Sunday, but, oh what a...
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Jersey City’s Peacocks Cinderella Story Continues into the Elite 8

Jersey City’s Peacocks Cinderella Story Continues into the Elite 8

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Jersey City's St. Peter's Peacocks Strut Up and Over Purdue for the Elite 8   It was the biggest upset...
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Greener JC Announces Round 1 Greening Your Business Grant Recipients

Greener JC Announces Round 1 Greening Your Business Grant Recipients

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Greener JC Announces Round 1 Greening Your Business Grant Recipients, Round 2 opens March 18, 2022    Greening Your Business...
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Festivities in Jersey City

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Festivities in Jersey City

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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Festivities in Jersey City  It's that time of the year when the streets are flooding with...
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Women to Watch: 16 New Woman-Owned Jersey City Businesses

Women to Watch: 16 New Woman-Owned Jersey City Businesses

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Women to Watch: 16 New Woman-Owned Jersey City Businesses March is Women’s History Month, and in honor of trailblazing women...
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The Sound of Success

The Sound of Success

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The Sound of Success For Claudia Orci, the road to success as the owner of A Sound Start meant making...
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Spotlight on Raine & River Apothecary 

Spotlight on Raine & River Apothecary 

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Spotlight on Raine & River Apothecary  If you've taken a stroll down Grove Street recently, you may have noticed a...
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13 Must-See Christmas Light Shows 2021

13 Must-See Christmas Light Shows 2021

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Christmas Light Shows In and Around Jersey City 2021   Christmas is just around the corner, and that means it's...
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Jersey City Toy Drive Spreads Holiday Cheer at City Hall

Jersey City Toy Drive Spreads Holiday Cheer at City Hall

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Jersey City Toy Drive Spreads Holiday Cheer at City Hall   Holiday cheer was in the air on Friday, December...
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Buy Nothing: The Economy of Local Gift Giving

Buy Nothing: The Economy of Local Gift Giving

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Buy Nothing: The Economy of Local Gift Giving   Raise your hand if you have a pile of things that...
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Your Ultimate Guide to Supporting Jersey City’s Small Businesses 

Your Ultimate Guide to Supporting Jersey City’s Small Businesses 

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Your Ultimate Guide to Supporting Jersey City’s Small Businesses  Falling between Black Friday and Cyber Monday is Small Business Saturday....
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Morning with the Mayor of Jersey City

Morning with the Mayor of Jersey City

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Morning with the Mayor   Earlier this month, EverythingJerseyCity.com had the opportunity to sit down with newly reelected Mayor of...
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Where to Donate & Volunteer this Thanksgiving in the Jersey City Area

Where to Donate & Volunteer this Thanksgiving in the Jersey City Area

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Where to Donate & Volunteer this Thanksgiving in the Jersey City Area As the holiday season approaches, it’s so important...
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Thanksgiving COVID Safety Protocols for 2021

Thanksgiving COVID Safety Protocols for 2021

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Thanksgiving COVID Safety Protocols for 2021 With Thanksgiving just around the corner now is a good time to review the...
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Recap: 3rd Annual Art Fair 14C at Mana Contemporary

Recap: 3rd Annual Art Fair 14C at Mana Contemporary

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Recap: 3rd Annual Art Fair 14C at Mana Contemporary The third-annual Art Fair 14C, produced by Art House Productions, was...
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‘Sister Cities: Discovering Common Threads’ Documentary Screening & Art Exhibition Recap 

‘Sister Cities: Discovering Common Threads’ Documentary Screening & Art Exhibition Recap 

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'Sister Cities: Discovering Common Threads' Documentary Screening & Art Exhibition Recap    On Wednesday, October 27th, Jersey City Theater Center...
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Everything Jersey City’s 3rd Annual Halloween Costume Contest

Everything Jersey City’s 3rd Annual Halloween Costume Contest

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Everything Jersey City's 3rd Annual Halloween Costume Contest This year's annual Halloween contest is currently underway! With over $1000 in...
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Celebrating the Nine Nights of Navratri in the Heart of Indian Square

Celebrating the Nine Nights of Navratri in the Heart of Indian Square

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Celebrating The Nine Nights of Navratri in the Heart of Indian Square, Jersey City Navratri, derived from Sanskrit where ‘nav’...
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The Candidates for the Upcoming 2021 Jersey City Election

The Candidates for the Upcoming 2021 Jersey City Election

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The Candidates for the Upcoming 2021 Jersey City Election With this week holding local elections, politically minded Jersey City residents...
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Greener JC Launches New Green Business Toolkit 

Greener JC Launches New Green Business Toolkit 

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Greener JC Launches New Green Business Toolkit  By Erin Hill and Greener JC Interns Helping Jersey City residents and their...
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JCFamilies 7th Annual Cultural Diversity Festival

JCFamilies 7th Annual Cultural Diversity Festival

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JCFamilies 7th Annual Cultural Diversity Festival Jersey City is just a short distance from Ellis Island, the docking point for...
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14 Jersey City Cafés for the Perfect Fall Coffee Drinks

14 Jersey City Cafés for the Perfect Fall Coffee Drinks

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14 Jersey City Cafés for the Perfect Fall Coffee Drinks With Autumn here, we are excited to enjoy the cool...
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Annual Jersey City Art & Studio Tour (JCAST) Returns this Week

Annual Jersey City Art & Studio Tour (JCAST) Returns this Week

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Annual Jersey City Art & Studio Tour (JCAST) Returns this Week   Starting this coming Thursday, September 30th, and continuing...
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Local Grassroots Highlight: Jersey City Women 

Local Grassroots Highlight: Jersey City Women 

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Local Grassroots Highlight: Jersey City Women    Grassroots initiatives are critical to helping drive the change needed in our community....
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UN’s Climate Crisis Report & What This Means for Jersey City

UN’s Climate Crisis Report & What This Means for Jersey City

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UN’s Climate Crisis Report & What This Means for Jersey City   By now, you may have heard of the...
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10 New Jersey City Businesses That Opened During COVID

10 New Jersey City Businesses That Opened During COVID

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10 New Jersey City Businesses That Opened During COVID If you thought opening a business was hard, try doing it...
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Running Clubs in Jersey City You Should Know About!

Running Clubs in Jersey City You Should Know About!

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Running Clubs in Jersey City You Should Know About! Running has many physical and mental benefits, from staying healthy to...
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Back To School: Jersey City’s Plan for Students Returning to School

Back To School: Jersey City’s Plan for Students Returning to School

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Back To School: Jersey City's Plan for Students Returning to School   Back to School with COVID-19 Safety Requirements  It's...
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Exclusive Interview: Celebrating Jersey City’s Diversity at the Sister Cities Mural

Exclusive Interview: Celebrating Jersey City’s Diversity at the Sister Cities Mural

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Exclusive Interview: Celebrating Jersey City's Diversity at the Sister Cities Mural   Every summer, Jersey City gets a beautiful new...
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Tips For Finding the Right Pet Care Provider

Tips For Finding the Right Pet Care Provider

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Finding the Right Pet Care Provider   In the early days of July, Jersey City residents were disturbed and saddened...
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9 Activities to Keep Cool from the Summer Heat

9 Activities to Keep Cool from the Summer Heat

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9 Activities to Keep Cool from the Summer Heat Jersey City is no stranger to green spaces, and with many...
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Exploring Jersey City’s Community Gardens

Exploring Jersey City’s Community Gardens

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Exploring Jersey City’s Community Gardens & Access to Fresh Produce Jersey City is home to numerous community gardens, providing residents...
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Summer 2021 Covid-19 Travel Guide

Summer 2021 Covid-19 Travel Guide

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Summer 2021 Covid-19 Travel Guide   After more than a year in quarantine, are you eager to get out and...
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7 Tips for Post-Pandemic Life with Pets

7 Tips for Post-Pandemic Life with Pets

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7 Tips for Post-Pandemic Life with Pets   After over a year of the pandemic, many of us are now...
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Tips For A Plastic Free July– And Beyond!

Tips For A Plastic Free July– And Beyond!

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How to Practice A Plastic Free July Written By Sophia Prieto, Greener JC Intern   The summer months have arrived,...
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10 Best Picnic Spots in Jersey City

10 Best Picnic Spots in Jersey City

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10 Best Picnic Spots in Jersey City   Get your basket and blanket ready! Summer is here, and picnics are...
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Jersey City Mural Arts Festival Recap

Jersey City Mural Arts Festival Recap

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Jersey City Mural Arts Festival Recap   This past weekend, paint was sprayed and art was made during the first...
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20 Shops & DIY Gifts for Jersey City Teachers

20 Shops & DIY Gifts for Jersey City Teachers

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20 Shops & DIY Gifts for Jersey City Teachers   While most parents this year had to work from home...
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The Wild Side of Jersey City

The Wild Side of Jersey City

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The Wild Side of Jersey City Seals, bald eagles, and snowy owls probably aren’t the first things that come to...
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17 Perfect Day Trips for Spring & Summer

17 Perfect Day Trips for Spring & Summer

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17 Perfect Day Trips for Spring & Summer It's finally time to enjoy the outdoors. Sure, you could go to...
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Summer Camps for Jersey City Kids 2021

Summer Camps for Jersey City Kids 2021

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Summer Camps for Jersey City Kids 2021   Summer is right around the corner, I know it’s hard to believe,...
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Jersey City Moms Making Moves

Jersey City Moms Making Moves

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Jersey City Moms Making Moves   It’s Mother’s Day, and we’re ready to celebrate moms doing amazing things around Jersey...
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Ways to Celebrate Earth Day 2021 in Jersey City

Ways to Celebrate Earth Day 2021 in Jersey City

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Ways to Celebrate Earth Day 2021 in Jersey City   The first Earth Day was held 51 years ago on...
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How About Brunch? 24 JC Spots Sure to Hit the Spot

How About Brunch? 24 JC Spots Sure to Hit the Spot

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How About Brunch? 24 Jersey City Spots Sure to Hit the Spot   I’ve never met a person who isn’t...
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21 Relatable Pandemic Memes

21 Relatable Pandemic Memes

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Councilman Saleh Talks Ramadan & Jersey City

Councilman Saleh Talks Ramadan & Jersey City

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Councilman Saleh Talks Ramadan & Jersey City   This month marks an important milestone. For many of us, it marks...
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#STOPASIANHATEJC Rally Recap

#STOPASIANHATEJC Rally Recap

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#STOPASIANHATEJC Rally Recap Over the past year, there were nearly 4,000 hate incidents of harassment, violence, and murder reported nationwide...
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Jersey City COVID-19 Vaccination Locations

Jersey City COVID-19 Vaccination Locations

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Jersey City COVID-19 Vaccination Locations Last Updated On April 7th, 2021   Slowly but surely, the world has worked towards...
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Spring Cleaning for the Community

Spring Cleaning for the Community

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Spring Cleaning for the Community   Often when we talk about spring cleaning, we think about committing a weekend to...
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93rd Academy Award Nominations

93rd Academy Award Nominations

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93rd Academy Award Nominations Oscar nominations were announced on March 15th and now is the time to catch up on...
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How To Claim Your Business On EJC

How To Claim Your Business On EJC

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How To Claim Your Business On EJC   We understand the value of getting your business’ name out there as...
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Women’s History Month: The Flow Initiative 

Women’s History Month: The Flow Initiative 

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Women’s History Month: The Flow Initiative    During Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting incredible historical and current history-making women across...
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Women’s History Month: Celebrating 8 Jersey City Female Entrepreneurs

Women’s History Month: Celebrating 8 Jersey City Female Entrepreneurs

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Women's History Month: Celebrating 8 Jersey City Female Entrepreneurs   March is Women’s History month — the perfect time to...
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Women’s History Month: Jersey City Women’s Collaborative

Women’s History Month: Jersey City Women’s Collaborative

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Celebrating Women's History Month with Jersey City Women's Collaborative   During Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting incredible historical and current...
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22 Must Watch Movies for Black History Month

22 Must Watch Movies for Black History Month

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22 Must Watch Movies to Celebrate Black History Month   It's Black History Month, and while remembering the past is...
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14 Reasons Why We Love Jersey City

14 Reasons Why We Love Jersey City

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14 Reasons Why We Love Jersey City We’ve all spent a lot more time close to home over the past...
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10 JC Food & Drink Spots for Super Bowl Sunday

10 JC Food & Drink Spots for Super Bowl Sunday

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10 JC Food & Drink Spots for Super Bowl Sunday   This year’s Super Bowl has the Kansas City Chiefs...
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Go Solar, Community Solar!

Go Solar, Community Solar!

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Go Solar, Community Solar! Jersey City residents can now join the renewable energy revolution through New Jersey’s new Community Solar...
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Socializing Your New Dog

Socializing Your New Dog

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Socializing Your New Dog   With the influx of “pandemic puppies” this past year, many people are now presented with...
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10+ Best Festive Cocktails For New Years Eve

10+ Best Festive Cocktails For New Years Eve

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10+ Best Festive Cocktails For New Years Eve   It's time to send 2020 off and introduce 2021, preferably with...
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Where to Donate in Jersey City

Where to Donate in Jersey City

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Where to Donate in Jersey City   ‘Tis the season of giving, but 2020 has brought a new weight to...
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Jersey City Police Commemorate the December 10th Mass Shooting

Jersey City Police Commemorate the December 10th Mass Shooting

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Police Commemorate the December 10th Jersey City Mass Shooting   This past Thursday, December 10th, Mayor Steven M. Fulop, hundreds...
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Holiday Wishlists for Jersey City Animals

Holiday Wishlists for Jersey City Animals

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Holiday Wishlists for Jersey City Animals It's the season for giving, and these days, there are so many in need...
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12 Best Gifts for Someone Who is Always Cold

12 Best Gifts for Someone Who is Always Cold

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12 Best Gifts for Someone Who is Always Cold   Everyone, and I mean everyone, has that one person in...
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Small Business Saturday 2020 Local Gift Guide

Small Business Saturday 2020 Local Gift Guide

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Small Business Saturday 2020 Local Gift Guide   With Small Business Saturday coming up this weekend on the 28th, our...
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Thanksgiving Catering & Dine In Specials

Thanksgiving Catering & Dine In Specials

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Jersey City Polling & Ballot Drop Box Locations for the 2020 Election

Jersey City Polling & Ballot Drop Box Locations for the 2020 Election

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Jersey City Polling & Ballot Drop Box Locations for the 2020 Election   If you have yet to submit your...
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Jersey City Aims To Tackle Racial Injustice & Health Inequities

Jersey City Aims To Tackle Racial Injustice & Health Inequities

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Jersey City Aims to Tackle Racial Injustice & Health Inequities     This past week, Mayor Fulop, alongside the Human Services...
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Best Halloween Safety Tips for Jersey City Families

Best Halloween Safety Tips for Jersey City Families

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Best Halloween Safety Tips for Jersey City Families   Halloween safety has long been a concern for families with young...
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Greener JC 2020 Internship Program Recap

Greener JC 2020 Internship Program Recap

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Greener JC 2020 Internship Program Recap   Greener JC is a non-profit environmental organization committed to supporting a more sustainable...
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9 Must-Do Fall Activities in New Jersey

9 Must-Do Fall Activities in New Jersey

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9 Must-Do Fall Activities in New Jersey Summer is gone and it’s time to fall in love with Autumn (see...
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Hope Starts Here Breast Cancer Event

Hope Starts Here Breast Cancer Event

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Hope Starts Here Breast Cancer Event The Hope Starts Here Pink Mask Tricky Tray Party held on Thursday, October 1st...
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Staff Picks: Spooky Movies & TV Shows for October

Staff Picks: Spooky Movies & TV Shows for October

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Staff Picks: Spooky Movies & TV Shows for October   Halloween is on the horizon! Pumpkin everything is here and...
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7 Seafood Spots for Your Lobster Fix

7 Seafood Spots for Your Lobster Fix

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7 Seafood Spots for Your Lobster Fix National Lobster Day is September 25th. Whether you’re looking for a Maine-style lobster...
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Family Friendly Excursions for Jersey City Families

Family Friendly Excursions for Jersey City Families

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Family Friendly Excursions for Jersey City Families Have you been eager to fill up your camera roll with family day...
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Tips for a Stress-Free Back-to-School Experience

Tips for a Stress-Free Back-to-School Experience

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Tips for a Stress-Free Back-to-School Experience   It’s back-to-school time for Jersey City students. While last year students were prepping...
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What is Black Breastfeeding Week and Why It’s So Important

What is Black Breastfeeding Week and Why It’s So Important

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What is Black Breastfeeding Week and Why It’s So Important   I could have died 3 times, I am a...
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Great Resources for Jersey City Senior Citizens

Great Resources for Jersey City Senior Citizens

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Great Resources for Jersey City Senior Citizens   It was 1988, when, through Proclamation 5847, President Ronald Reagan deemed today,...
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6 New Jersey City Businesses That Opened During COVID

6 New Jersey City Businesses That Opened During COVID

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6 New Jersey City Businesses That Opened During COVID   Opening a business is hard. Ask any entrepreneur. Opening a...
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Must-Eat Editor Picks: Jersey City Food Under $5

Must-Eat Editor Picks: Jersey City Food Under $5

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Must-Eat Editor Picks: Jersey City Food Under $5 In a city that is constantly growing with shiny new restaurants, it...
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17 Etsy Shops by Jersey City Creators

17 Etsy Shops by Jersey City Creators

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An Outpouring of Jersey Pride at Homegrown

An Outpouring of Jersey Pride at Homegrown

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An Outpouring of Jersey Pride at Homegrown   If there’s one thing we’re known for more than our bagels, beaches,...
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Jersey City Opens Skatepark in Bergen-Lafayette

Jersey City Opens Skatepark in Bergen-Lafayette

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Jersey City Opens Skatepark in Bergen-Lafayette   Years ago, Jersey City won a National design competition with the Tony Hawk...
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7 Jersey City Farmers Markets for Fresh Produce

7 Jersey City Farmers Markets for Fresh Produce

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7 Jersey City Farmers Markets for Fresh Produce   *Hours Updated July 2021*   Jersey City is incredibly excited to...
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Dog Days of Summer: Parks, Beaches, and Hikes

Dog Days of Summer: Parks, Beaches, and Hikes

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Dog Days of Summer: Parks, Beaches, and Hikes The “dog days” of summer are in full swing and there’s still...
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West Side Community Fridge Offers Free Food

West Side Community Fridge Offers Free Food

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West Side Community Fridge Offers Free Food Aid comes in many forms during tumultuous times of need. One of our...
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Morris Canal: A Cruise across New Jersey

Morris Canal: A Cruise across New Jersey

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Morris Canal: A Cruise across New Jersey   One of the most relaxing and decadent vacations to experience today is...
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Plastic Free July Livestream Recap

Plastic Free July Livestream Recap

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Plastic Free July Livestream Recap If you’ve been interested in finding out about the benefits of living low-waste, how to...
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National Mac and Cheese Day: Top Spots in JC

National Mac and Cheese Day: Top Spots in JC

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National Mac and Cheese Day: Top Spots in JC We asked and you answered! Coming straight from the residents of...
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Jersey City Residents Explore Nature’s Gym

Jersey City Residents Explore Nature’s Gym

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Jersey City Residents Explore Nature's Gym As the mercury rises so does our desire to emerge more frequently from our...
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BLESC: Tackling Racial Disparities

BLESC: Tackling Racial Disparities

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BLESC: Tackling Racial Disparities Let’s face it—it’s hard to discuss current events without forays into history, personal experiences, and of...
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Summer Prep for Your Pup

Summer Prep for Your Pup

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Summer Prep for Your Pup Summer is finally here! Though there may be a bit of a damper on the...
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Father’s Day: Dad’s Making a Difference

Father’s Day: Dad’s Making a Difference

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Father's Day: Dad's Making a Difference It’s Father’s Day, so we’re highlighting amazing dads making a difference who deserve some...
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Juneteenth: The Emancipation Holiday

Juneteenth: The Emancipation Holiday

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Juneteenth: The Emancipation Holiday June 19th is just another summer day for many, but for the last 155 years, African...
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Black Lives Matter Friday Forum: Power to the Youth

Black Lives Matter Friday Forum: Power to the Youth

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Black Lives Matter Friday Forum: Power to the Youth Following over a week of worldwide protests for the Black Lives...
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Black Men United Hosts Community Clean Up

Black Men United Hosts Community Clean Up

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Black Men United Hosts Community Clean Up Right now, among protests, marches, and many hopeful, peaceful gatherings, there’s still plenty...
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Black Lives Matter Resources

Black Lives Matter Resources

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Black Lives Matter Resources EverythingJerseyCity.com stands in solidarity with the outrage for the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud...
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13 Spots in JC to Celebrate National Burger Day

13 Spots in JC to Celebrate National Burger Day

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13 Spots in JC to Celebrate National Burger Day Happy National Burger Day! While we don't need an excuse to...
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Top Books to Read In and Out of Quarantine

Top Books to Read In and Out of Quarantine

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Top Books to Read In and Out of Quarantine Finally, Time to Read! Due to COVID-19 the residents of Jersey...
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10 Memorials in JC to Visit this Memorial Day

10 Memorials in JC to Visit this Memorial Day

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10 Memorials in JC to Visit this Memorial Day For many, Memorial Day is the unofficial start to summer. This...
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Graduations Go Virtual

Graduations Go Virtual

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Graduations Go Virtual It’s graduation season, and though they might look a lot different than what we’re used to, commencement...
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Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month

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Mental Health Awareness: Coping During COVID May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to put the spotlight on the...
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Cinco de Mayo: Jersey City Style

Cinco de Mayo: Jersey City Style

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Cinco de Mayo: Jersey City Style Last Updated 5/5/2021   Happy Cinco De Mayo Jersey City! Check out these local...
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Jersey City Heroes in Action

Jersey City Heroes in Action

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Jersey City Heroes in Action During our April 29th Jersey City Heroes in Action Instagram livestream, we interviewed heroes from...
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Tips for Online Safety and Screen Time

Tips for Online Safety and Screen Time

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Tips for Online Safety and Screen Time  The reality of school, work, and homelife has changed drastically in the last...
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Your Guide for Quarantine Spring Cleaning

Your Guide for Quarantine Spring Cleaning

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Your Guide for Quarantine Spring Cleaning As the days grow longer and the pollen on your windshield gets thicker, that...
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DIY Alternatives for Out of Stock Products

DIY Alternatives for Out of Stock Products

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DIY Alternatives for Out of Stock Products The whirlwind of panic buying that accompanied the first arrival of COVID-19 continues...
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Jersey City Businesses Pivot for COVID-19

Jersey City Businesses Pivot for COVID-19

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Jersey City Businesses Pivot for COVID-19 With the COVID-19 crisis continuing its month-long negative effects on every industry in Jersey...
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20 Relatable Memes for National Sibling Day

20 Relatable Memes for National Sibling Day

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20 Relatable Memes for National Sibling Day We all love a good holiday, and who among us doesn’t need a...
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Virtual Easter Services in Jersey City

Virtual Easter Services in Jersey City

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Virtual Easter Services in Jersey City If there’s one thing JC’s got, it’s flavor. And heart—okay so that makes two....
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Pet Lovers’ Guide to COVID-19 Quarantine

Pet Lovers’ Guide to COVID-19 Quarantine

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Pet Lovers' Guide to COVID-19 Quarantine While the world deals with the unprecedented collective panic of COVID-19, Jersey City pet...
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List of Women-Owned Jersey City Businesses

List of Women-Owned Jersey City Businesses

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List of Women-Owned Jersey City Businesses This month we’ve highlighted some incredible business owning “Boss Women”  from all over Jersey...
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Boss Women of Jersey City: Shimkiri of Jersey City Ballroom

Boss Women of Jersey City: Shimkiri of Jersey City Ballroom

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Boss Women of Jersey City: Shimkiri of Jersey City Ballroom   Fierce. Strong. Savvy. Talented. These are all words that...
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9 Skills You Can Learn During Quarantine

9 Skills You Can Learn During Quarantine

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9 Skills You Can Learn During Quarantine During this time of crisis where we’re still trying to grasp the extent...
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Support Jersey City: Donate to Those in Need

Support Jersey City: Donate to Those in Need

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Support Jersey City: Donate to Those in Need   With COVID-19 quarantines and social distancing in its second week with...
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Body Transformation by Jersey City Boss Women

Body Transformation by Jersey City Boss Women

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Body Transformation by Jersey City Boss Women   It was a typical late October day as I stood in the...
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The Upside of Isolation: COVID-19

The Upside of Isolation: COVID-19

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The Upside of Isolation: COVID-19 We here at Everything Jersey City like to look at the bright side of things...
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Stay Informed, Stay Faithful: JC vs. COVID-19

Stay Informed, Stay Faithful: JC vs. COVID-19

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JC Nurse Teaches Coronavirus Prevention

JC Nurse Teaches Coronavirus Prevention

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JC Nurse Teaches Coronavirus Prevention Coronavirus uncertainty is all over the news and, as of Monday morning, in Jersey City...
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Hidden Galleries of Jersey City: Eonta Space

Hidden Galleries of Jersey City: Eonta Space

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Hidden Galleries of Jersey City: Eonta Space   Sometimes hidden gems are found in dead ends. Eonta Space, a gallery...
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Boss Women of Jersey City: Sara Shah of Journ Beauty

Boss Women of Jersey City: Sara Shah of Journ Beauty

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Boss Women of Jersey City: Sara Shah of Journ Beauty   If you’ve ever met Sara Shah in person, it...
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Heroic Women of Jersey City’s History

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Boss Women of Jersey City: Ruth Salas of Luna de Papel

Boss Women of Jersey City: Ruth Salas of Luna de Papel

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Boss Women of Jersey City: Ruth Salas of Luna de Papel   For many Jersey City residents and families, “Luna...
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3 Unique Ways to Unplug in Jersey City

3 Unique Ways to Unplug in Jersey City

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3 Unique Ways to Unplug in Jersey City Last night, after a 10-hour drive home from North Carolina, all I...
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Learn to Dance in Jersey City

Learn to Dance in Jersey City

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Learn to Dance in Jersey City   “The truest expression of a people is in its dance and in its...
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Axol and Friends: Shaping the Next Generation

Axol and Friends: Shaping the Next Generation

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Axol and Friends: Shaping the Next Generation It was a chilly winter morning when Jonathan R. L. Grosso, founder of...
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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide If you haven't picked something up for your Valentine yet, check out this personality based Valentine's...
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Galentine’s Day in Jersey City

Galentine’s Day in Jersey City

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Galentine's Day in Jersey City February 14th conjures mixed emotions. Some people (usually in relationships) love the holiday and see...
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Underground Railroad in Jersey City

Underground Railroad in Jersey City

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The History of the Underground Railroad In Jersey City   From the 1820s to 1860, between forty and one hundred...
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Black History Month: The Past and The Future

Black History Month: The Past and The Future

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Black History Month: The Past and The Future   Black History Month in the U.S.  February 1st commences the annual...
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The Dirty Dozen: How Can You Protect Yourself?

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The Dirty Dozen: How Can You Protect Yourself? Tax season has begun, and along with being diligent about filing taxes,...
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A Decade in Jersey City: 2009-2019 Wrap Up

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A Decade in Jersey City: 2009-2019 Wrap Up   As we get settled in to 2020 and look forward to...
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14 Places to Watch the Super Bowl in Jersey City

14 Places to Watch the Super Bowl in Jersey City

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14 Places to Watch the Super Bowl in Jersey City   Super Bowl LIV takes place this Sunday at 6:30...
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Tails on Trails Puts Paws Down in West Side

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Mana Contemporary and the Creative Soul of JC

Mana Contemporary and the Creative Soul of JC

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Mana Contemporary and the Creative Soul of JC For the past decade, I have been living in Jersey City. In...
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Binge-Worthy Shows for Winter

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Binge-Worthy Shows for Winter   It’s 2020 (update: this list is great if you've got no idea what to watch...
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Flying Into A New Workout

Flying Into A New Workout

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Flying Into A New Workout As I sat at my desk at the Everything Jersey City office, I overheard a...
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Jersey + Co has Gelato Love for the Community

Jersey + Co has Gelato Love for the Community

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Jersey + Co has Gelato Love for the Community It was unseasonably warm for a Saturday in January. Temperatures rising...
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6 Things to Consider When Choosing a Dog

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*Updated 3/26/2020* Due to the current coronavirus pandemic shelters are in need of foster homes and forever homes. Shelter staffs...
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Up, Up, And Away: A Short History of JC Aviation

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Up, Up, And Away: Aviators & Airports of Jersey City   If you say it aloud, it sounds as if...
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Top Places for Singles to “Get Cuffed” in JC

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Top Places for Singles to “Get Cuffed” in JC   Looking for hot singles in your area? It’s the height...
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NYC Winter Commute Survival Shopping List

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NYC Winter Commute Survival Shopping List Happy New Year, everyone! The holidays are over, which means it’s officially time to...
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6 Unconventional Work Spaces In JC

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6 Unconventional Work Spaces In JC Occasionally your work or projects can follow you outside the office, invading your evening...
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10 Easy Household Swaps to Live Low-Waste

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*Updated 7/17/2020* 10 Easy Household Swaps to Live Low-Waste Here in Jersey City, we have so many resources to teach...
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Plants: The Good, The Edible and The Resilient

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When Can I Throw Out My Christmas Tree!?

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When Can I Throw Out My Christmas Tree!?   It is officially 2020 so New Year’s resolutions and "New Year...
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Jersey City NYE Events (for any kind of night)!

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Jersey City NYE Events (for any kind of night)!   No pressure, but this New Year’s Eve launches us into...
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TOP 20 ways to start 2020 right

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TOP 20 ways to start 2020 right   I can’t believe it, but 2020 is just days away. Now that...
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JC Church Celebrates 12 Days of Kindness

JC Church Celebrates 12 Days of Kindness

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JC Church Celebrates 12 Days of Kindness A KINDNESS MOVEMENT The Hope Center Tabernacle spent the first 12 days of...
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10-Year-Old Jazz Singer Doing It Her Way

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10-Year-Old Jazz Singer Doing It Her Way Lola Castellano has stunned crowds across Jersey City with her beautiful singing which...
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The Best Seasonal Wine Pairings: Picks from Jersey City Aficionados

The Best Seasonal Wine Pairings: Picks from Jersey City Aficionados

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The Best Seasonal Wine Pairings: Picks from Jersey City Aficionados The holidays wouldn’t be complete without picking up a bottle...
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Local Holiday Gift Ideas Under $25

Local Holiday Gift Ideas Under $25

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 Local Holiday Gift Ideas Under $25 It feels like every year, the list of people who I need to buy...
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Checking in with Jersey City’s Dylan Chidick

Checking in with Jersey City’s Dylan Chidick

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Checking in with Jersey City’s Dylan Chidick Every once in awhile, we encounter human beings who are so charismatic, inspiring...
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Shop With A Cop

Shop With A Cop

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Shop With A Cop Smiles and laughter were in no short supply this past Saturday with kids filing into Kmart...
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A Christmas Carol: A Multimedia Experience

A Christmas Carol: A Multimedia Experience

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A Christmas Carol: A Multimedia Experience Watching A Christmas Carol has been a tradition for many families during the holiday...
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Top Spots for Comedy in Jersey City

Top Spots for Comedy in Jersey City

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Top Spots for Comedy in Jersey City With the holidays coming up and inevitably being stuck inside with family for...
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Indulge Your Sweet Tooth in JC

Indulge Your Sweet Tooth in JC

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Indulge Your Sweet Tooth in JC This time of the year, my already overactive sweet tooth becomes insatiable. Maybe it...
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Jersey City’s Most Instagrammable Pets

Jersey City’s Most Instagrammable Pets

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Jersey City's Most Instagrammable Pets Rise of the Animal InstaStar While it’s standard to expect people you meet to have...
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JC Arts Community Celebrated at 2nd Annual Jersey City Arts Awards

JC Arts Community Celebrated at 2nd Annual Jersey City Arts Awards

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JC Arts Community Celebrated at 2nd Annual Jersey City Arts Awards On Tuesday, the JC arts community came together to...
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Winter Prep For Your Pup

Winter Prep For Your Pup

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Winter Prep For Your Pup   As we all start pulling out our hats and gloves, it’s important to remember...
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Thanksgiving Workout: 10 Ways to Burn Off Your Feast

Thanksgiving Workout: 10 Ways to Burn Off Your Feast

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Thanksgiving Workout: 10 Ways to Burn Off Your Feast Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday of the year. If you’re like...
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JC “Make it Local” Small Business Saturday Guide

JC “Make it Local” Small Business Saturday Guide

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JC “Make it Local” Small Business Saturday Guide Tick, tock! The holiday season is upon us. Thanksgiving is here and...
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Kanye West’s Album: What Does Jersey City Think?

Kanye West’s Album: What Does Jersey City Think?

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Kanye West's Album: What Does Jersey City Think? Kanye West’s latest album – Jesus is King – is making chart-topping...
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Soaring Heights Charter School: Bringing Holiday Joy

Soaring Heights Charter School: Bringing Holiday Joy

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Soaring Heights Charter School: Bringing Holiday Joy While for some families, the holidays are a time of joyous family reunions...
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Top 10 Apps for Jersey City Living

Top 10 Apps for Jersey City Living

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(Updated on March 5th, 2020) Top 10 Apps for Jersey City Living   Jersey City is one of the fastest-growing...
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Educators Rally For Change at NJCU

Educators Rally For Change at NJCU

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Educators Rally For Change at NJCU   What would you do if you saw your professors carrying a coffin onto...
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Pain Management & Relief for Jersey City Residents

Pain Management & Relief for Jersey City Residents

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Pain Management & Relief for Jersey City Residents Jersey City ranks third in the nation for the longest commutes. 97.1%...
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Friendsgiving, a Roadmap to Success

Friendsgiving, a Roadmap to Success

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*Updated 11/19/20* If you are having an in-person gathering please adhere to the new CDC guidelines: limit to 10 people...
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Jersey City in the Movies: Locations and Mentions

Jersey City in the Movies: Locations and Mentions

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Jersey City in the Movies: Locations and Mentions   We’re about to see a lot more of JC on our...
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A Family’s Annual Park Clean Up at Grover Memorial Park

A Family’s Annual Park Clean Up at Grover Memorial Park

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A Family's Annual Park Clean Up at Grover Memorial Park “Veterans know better than anyone else the price of freedom,...
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Going Meatless: Greener Plate, Greener Planet

Going Meatless: Greener Plate, Greener Planet

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Going Meatless: Greener Plate, Greener Planet Digging In I have a confession to make. I love meat. I have gone...
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Fall Things to Do in New Jersey

Fall Things to Do in New Jersey

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Fall Things to Do in New Jersey We all know this time of year. The Jack-O-Lanterns have been removed, Halloween...
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Marathon Runners: Hitting the Wall

Marathon Runners: Hitting the Wall

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Marathon Runners: HITTING the WALL. Running the Distance Many moons ago when I ran a marathon, one of the dreaded...
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Fall Foods & Where to Get Your Fix in Jersey City

Fall Foods & Where to Get Your Fix in Jersey City

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Fall Foods & Where to Get Your Fix in Jersey City (Updated October 2021) It’s fall, y’all, which means there’s...
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Sustainable Fashion

Sustainable Fashion

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Sustainable Fashion   You Don't Know What You Don't Know A couple of years ago, a friend of mine suggested...
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Jersey City Police Offer Safe Halloween Fun

Jersey City Police Offer Safe Halloween Fun

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Jersey City Police Offer Safe Halloween Fun     Trunk-or-Treat with the JCPD  On Jefferson Street between Central and Summit...
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Jersey City: Where Does Your Water Come From?

Jersey City: Where Does Your Water Come From?

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Jersey City: Where Does Your Water Come From?   It’s a typical Jersey City morning (if there is such a...
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The Upside Down at Liberty Science Center

The Upside Down at Liberty Science Center

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The Upside Down at Liberty Science Center (SPOILER ALERT! To all my Stranger Things fans, proceed at your own risk)...
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Being Naturally Healthy

Being Naturally Healthy

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Being Naturally Healthy   Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes  Our weather is in that in-between-seasons phase on the east coast right now. While we’ve...
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Raising Cultural Kids in Jersey City

Raising Cultural Kids in Jersey City

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Raising Cultural Kids in Jersey City   When it comes to raising a kid, any parent wants them to be...
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WHOS Gluten Free Bakery: West Side’s Hidden Gem

WHOS Gluten Free Bakery: West Side’s Hidden Gem

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WHOS Gluten Free Bakery: West Side's Hidden Gem   Here at Everything Jersey City, we’ve got a secret. On “Whos...
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Newark Ave: Nine Nights of Navratri

Newark Ave: Nine Nights of Navratri

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Newark Ave: Nine Nights of Navratri   The holiday season is upon us! The Indian community in Jersey City every...
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Jersey City Arts & Studio Tour 2019

Jersey City Arts & Studio Tour 2019

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Jersey City Arts & Studio Tour 2019   The 29th Annual Jersey City Arts and Studio Tour (“JCAST”), presented by...
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Fortoul Brothers Unveil Mural at Canco Park

Fortoul Brothers Unveil Mural at Canco Park

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Fortoul Brothers Unveil Mural at Canco Park      Jersey City Mural Arts Program (JCMAP) Having just returned to Jersey...
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Jersey City Swarms to Busy Bee Organics

Jersey City Swarms to Busy Bee Organics

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Within minutes of stepping inside the grand opening party at Busy Bee Organics' new brick and mortar store in the Heights, it was evident that Jersey City is bursting with pride over the new storefront and the owners’ success.
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Eyes on the Prize: Coaching for Change

Eyes on the Prize: Coaching for Change

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Eyes on the Prize: Coaching for Change   Many, many years ago, my third grade teacher, who I don’t recall...
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Thinking Big In Your Small Apartment

Thinking Big In Your Small Apartment

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Thinking Big In Your Small Apartment   Accept The Inevitable Part of succeeding at apartment living is knowing that you...
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Fall Trends: Fashion On A Budget

Fall Trends: Fashion On A Budget

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Fall Trends: Fashion On A Budget   In the beginning... The first New York Fashion Week was held in 1943...
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Making it Theirs in Jersey City: Evan and Kate Gilbert

Making it Theirs in Jersey City: Evan and Kate Gilbert

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Making it Theirs in Jersey City: Evan and Kate Gilbert   Family First For Evan and Kate Gilbert, choosing to...
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Boss Women of Jersey City: Assia Wilson of UPS & Sayallures

Boss Women of Jersey City: Assia Wilson of UPS & Sayallures

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Boss Women of Jersey City: Assia Wilson of UPS & Sayallures   From working years of odd jobs to owning...
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Liberty Humane Society Rescues Animals from Hurricane Dorian

Liberty Humane Society Rescues Animals from Hurricane Dorian

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Liberty Humane Society Rescues Animals from North Carolina During Hurricane Dorian   At the end of August, Hurricane Dorian hit...
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Family-Friendly Activities for Every Season

Family-Friendly Activities for Every Season

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Family-Friendly Activities for Every Season No matter the season, there’s plenty of fun to be had for all ages in...
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3 Reasons to Move to Jersey City

3 Reasons to Move to Jersey City

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Three Reasons Why You Should Move to Jersey City Now  If you ask a commuter in the morning speed-walking through...
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10 Delicious Jersey City Food Joints Under $5

10 Delicious Jersey City Food Joints Under $5

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10 Delicious Jersey City Food Joints Under $5 The Jersey City culinary scene is unmatched for its rich, diverse options...
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Jersey City: A History & The Future

Jersey City: A History & The Future

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Jersey City: A History & The Future   “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe...
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The Looks and Stares, But Not at Jane Do

The Looks and Stares, But Not at Jane Do

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The Looks and Stares, But Not at Jane Do   Eyes, just so many eyes on you. From the moment...
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