Bringing people, places and events to life
For whatever reason, I am super into maps. I like to know where things are in relation to each other, and I like discovering places in every area I find myself in.
Now there is a really cool new map that shows hotel and transit options for travelers who want to stay in NJ and commute into NYC. Spring and summer travel is starting up−it’s time to start vacation planning.
Check it out! NJ TRAVEL MAP
Trippin’
JCG
The Saraswati Cultural Association in collaboration with JABA and Jersey City Cultural Affairs to present to you for the first time ever – Festival of Lights Diwali!
Celebrate at Exchange Place’s Owen J. Grundy Pier, overlooking the NY skyline, on Saturday, October 25th from 12-6pm. The program includes cultural and folk dances, live performances, live band, children’s activities, food stalls, vendors, DJ and a raffle.
Light up the sky,
JCG
This Sunday (9/21) is the 21st annual Newport Liberty Half Marathon in Jersey City.
Recreational and elite runners from around the country can compete for $3,000 in prize money on a USA Track & Field-certified course that interweaves with the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway from Newport to Liberty State Park.
The open-air race, sponsored this year by BATS Global Markets, has been called the most beautiful course in the Tri-State area with spectacular views of Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and the Verrazano Bridge.
Winnings and records will be awarded immediately after, during the Post-Race Party with refreshments, a local DJ and several prize drawings for gift cards and event tickets.
Proceeds are being donated to the Jersey City Medical Center, the area’s newest regional teaching hospital, proving the highest level of care for women, infants, and trauma and heart patients.
Racers take their mark at 8:30 a.m. in Town Square. (Registration opens at 6:45 a.m.) For registration details visit http://www.newporthalfmarathon.com or call 201-665-4005.
Keep calm and run on,
JCG
Party with Purpose is hosting its inaugural Jersey City 5K race on Tuesday, September 23rd at 6pm. The newest chapter is proud to announce the 1st Annual PWP Jersey City 5K and after party! Whether you want to run or volunteer, this event is a great way to get involved in the community and support local youth charities.
The race will be along the water circa Owen J. Grundy Pier at Exchange Place (route yet to be determined), and the cost is $30 until September 8th. Register here.
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Bike JC is now accepting online registration for the Fifth Annual Jersey City Ward Tour and Festival, which takes place Sunday, June 8th in Jersey City at Exchange Place.
For those of you not in the know, the ward tour is a 15-mile bike ride of our city at a relaxed pace (not a race), that ends with a festival featuring live music, food, drinks, and other attractions on the waterfront. The ride begins at 11am and the festival is from 1-5pm. All the action begins and ends at Exchange Place.
Registration is free, with a $5 suggested donation to help fund our year-round efforts for better biking in Jersey City.
More info here.
Ride or die,
JCG