Bringing people, places and events to life
Patriotic holidays are humbling.
Please take time today to reflect on all who have protected the freedoms of the citizens of the United States of America.
To those who have served this country, who have been brave, scared, lonely, away from their families, and sacrificed their lives for the United States, thank you.
Thank you.
JCG
In a new venture of bringing people, places and events to life in Jersey City, I’m introducing Spotted, a chapter of Jersey City Gal that is by the people and for the people – capturing the essence of our large and diverse city.
Jersey City is definitely on the map right now, with droves of people moving here and those on the outside curious about what’s up. Who are we? How do we define ourselves? Everyone is trying to keep up with Jersey City. What is your Jersey City?
Let’s let them know; let’s let each other know. For everything you do here in Jersey City, all of the places you go, the people you meet, the things you discover, your frustrations with a situation (traffic on 139?) – tag me in your social post and include the hashtag #spotted.
I want to bring our entire city together through your experiences. I’ll be aggregating all citizen-generated content to create a greater collage of this great city, all in one place. With miles to cover every moment, every day, this will be one collective spot of experiences that we can all share and learn from.
Joining the Spotted movement is simple: Here are the posting rules and examples to get you started.
Looking forward to your spots,
JCG
Have you ever wished you studied math or science more when you were younger – how much these subjects, with constantly changing technology, are integral to your own adult life?
Zaniac is a new after-school, extra-curricular program in Jersey City aimed to intrigue students K-8 to dig deeper into these subjects. Like how to code computer programs or how to build video games – not just play them.
Added bonus: Acquiring these skills at an early age is obviously a good thing for future life success, but Zaniac’s curriculum may encourage children who don’t like typical classroom settings to start to enjoy learning – and perhaps gain more confidence.
The Jersey City campus on 125 First Street opens its doors June 3. Read about some of the programs here.
Always strive to learn more,
JCG
Growing in Jersey City is hosting its second Wellness event this weekend – GJC Pampering Day – on Sunday, May 21st at 1pm.
GJC Pampering Day takes place in a beautiful backyard in Jersey City Heights (229 Ogden Ave.) outfitted with local businesses offering pampering products and services that you can try before you buy.
Think hand massages, nutrition workshops, make-up consultations. The list goes on…check out the detailed invite.
Besides services, there will be $1400+ in raffles from local businesses. And to keep your energy up, light food and drink will be served.
A perfect excuse to get with friends or fam and spend QT together.
Buy tickets here.
Go get pampered,
JCG
The Jersey City Vigil for Refugees is hosting a book sale this Sunday at Grace Church Van Vorst (Erie St. b/t 1st & 2nd) from 11am-5pm.
Stiphon through over 10,000 books, DVDs & CDs to find some gems for your collection. Prices will be extremely low. All proceeds benefit the local chapter of Church World Service for rent assistance and resettlement expenses for refugees.
Give a little, get a little,
JCG