Celebrate on the Hudson River next Wednesday at Newport Green’s Beach Party (700 Washington Blvd.) with the annual summer food festival.
Signature dishes and cocktails will be available from 14 of Newport’s gourmet restaurants.
To summer fun,
JCG
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Spring Awakening: Pilates
It has been a long, cold winter here in Jersey City. Let’s break out of our shells and welcome spring even if only the calendar says it’s so!
Youniq Pilates (9 Regent St.) is offering $10 OFF any private pilates lesson or auricular acupuncture treatment (weight loss, stress relief, stomach discomfort) on Friday, March 21st.
Superbowl XLVIII 2014 Jersey City!!!
categories: Events, Jersey City Families, Neighborhood, Newport, Superbowl 2014, This Weekend in Jersey City
Superbowl XLVIII is happening here, Jersey City!
No, seriously, both teams are staying in our great city, and as part of the Volunteer Host Committee, I will be in one of those hotels on gameday…as well as participating in other activities during this week before the event.
The Media will start arriving on Sunday, January 26th. Fellow followers, grip yourselves: The area’s already overcrowded population will increase MUCH. Our small businesses are going to thrive and our citizens are going to enjoy all of the excitement (or be bothered by the influx of hyped outsiders) in the cold.
I decided, rather than do my usual personal research and write-up of everything, to make a montage of info already out there and put it here in one place. I’ll continue to update my site as I get more tips from all of you! Send to: jerseycitygia@gmail.com
Here are some things going on in Jersey City:
Welcome Event: Jersey City’s Mayor Fulop Greets Superbowl Teams
Superbowl Fashion Week Already in full swing!
Macy’s Fireworks
Restaurant Superweek Jersey City restaurants are hosting a special restaurant week for the big game from Jan. 27-Feb 2nd
Concert! at Liberty State Park
NJ.com’s Fan Guide of Things to Do Check it out.
Jersey City Independent I write for this site. They’ve got the inside scoop.
Other Political Info So Happy the Mayor finally followed me on twitter. Took him months after the Senator.
Have Your Party Catered by Jersey City Restaurants:
Me Casa Catering and Restaurant
Or, conversely, make your own menu with my Game-Day Recipes
I can definitely improve your stay in this area. I might have inside info. Just ask! Need a place to crash? Just ask! Reasonable price for people I trust. Email for details.
What else are you going to do? Shop!
Vivi Girl Shop (where I was recently blogger of the month)
Very Second-Hand Clothing and Goods
LET’S DO THIS. IN IT TO WIN IT, JERSEY CITY
JCG
Tree Lighting & Ice Skating Tonight 12.3.13
categories: Events, Holiday!, Jersey City Families, Live Music, Neighborhood, Newport, Outdoor Fun!, Parks & Recreation
The 12th annual Newport Tree Lighting is tonight, Jersey City! The event kicks of at 4:30pm at 100 Town Square Place, and once the sun sets, Mayor Steven Fulop will do the countdown to the lighting of the 30-ft. tree. Local NJ media star and Hudson County resident, Marisa Brahney, will be emceeing the entire event.
The lighting will be followed by a synchronized light and music show, and an exclusive Ice Theater of New York performance to mark the opening of Newport Skates—Jersey City’s only outdoor, uncovered skating rink—for the season. After that, the rink (95 River Dr. South) is open to everyone for FREE skating until 8pm.
When you need a break from the action, warm up with hot cocoa, coffee and pastries from Skylark on the Hudson and meet Santa and his elves.
‘Tis the season,
JCG
Halloween Happenings in Jersey City
Friday, October 25th
Art House Productions is hosting “Late Night Curiosities.” Arrive in costume at 1 McWilliams Place, 6th floor, to find out what it’s all about. $5 at the door. Prizes included. More info here.
Corkscrew’s Halloween Party: Bust out your costume and head to the ‘Screw for candy, games and more. $5 drink specials (think: Red Devils, Witches Brew…and of course, pumpkin beers). There will be prizes for scariest, sexiest and best homemade costumes.
Classic Horror Film screenings at Loews Jersey City: Friday is Black Sunday (6:30pm). Saturday is Bride of Frankenstein (6:30pm). Immediately following at 8:30pm, the original 1925 Lon Chaney silent film Phantom of the Opera will have the acclaimed Bernie Anderson, Jr. performing on the Bob Balfour 4/23 Morton Wonder Organ. Finally, celebrate with your fellow audience members at the ball, The Phantom’s Masquerade, Sunday at 7pm.
Saturday, October 26th
The Village Merchants Association (VMA) is treating shoppers to a variety of special deals including 10% to 70% off at participating stores, as well as a raffle that shoppers can participate in to win a $20 gift certificate to a VMA store of their choice.
Newport hosts a Halloween Pet Parade begins at 12pm at the Canis Minor pet shop (31 River Drive South). Most creative pup and owner will be announced at 2:30pm.
“The Ghost of Uncle Joe” Masquerade Rock ‘n Roll Ball Benefit is an all-day concert in Harsimus Cove Cemetery (435 Newark Ave.) beginning at 2pm. $10 donation for entry, but as I always say about this non-church affiliated, non-government property, please give more if you can. My last concert day here was a blast.
In the cemetery’s words: “Every month we need to raise between $2000 to $3000 just to operate and purchase equipment & supplies. If 300 people would donate only $10 each, we would be all set for the month!” Please help our amazing restoration work by contributing today at http://www.jerseycitycemetery.org.
Sunday, October 27th
This Sunday marks the last farmer’s market of the season at Riverview Fisk Park but it doubles as Halloween Dog Parade! I am luckily puppy-sitting my little sister Sheba this week, so we will be there. Arrive by 11:30am. Prizes will be awarded around noon. How festive!
Wednesday, October 30th
Family Fitness Mixed Martial Arts Halloween Party. All students must come in costume. Lil’ Dragons 3:45pm or 6pm. Juniors/BBC 4:30 or 6:45pm. Red/Black belts 5:15pm. Also, please note: All classes canceled Oct. 31st.
Thursday, October 31st
Downtown Halloween Parade Bring your children dressed in their costumes for candy, face painting, pictures and a parade, which begins at 4pm at Gymboree and ends at the Grove Street Path Plaza at 6pm with a Halloween party.
Boca Grande and Craig Mahoney present an Art, Comedy and Music Spectacular. 7pm kicks off the Halloween-themed art show. At 8pm, Craig will host a comedy show, followed by music performances and an open mic comedy show.
LITM Halloween Party: Arrive in costume at 8pm to enjoy the festivities.
Friday, November 1st
Orale Day of the Dead: Bring your costumes and your killer attitude for a party at Orale Mexican Kitchen including a DJ, mariachi band and my personal favorite, face painting. Prizes, too.
Trick or Treat to the JC Beat,
JCG