Health + Fitness

Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Jersey City

Your Perfect Valentine’s Day in JC Itinerary Valentine’s Day is here again, which means it’s time to plan THE best day ever…no pressure. Don’t stress: we made it easy for lovebirds to celebrate all week in Jersey City. Check out what to buy, what to

Spotlight on Raine & River Apothecary 

Spotlight on Raine & River Apothecary  If you’ve taken a stroll down Grove Street recently, you may have noticed a new face on the block. On the corner of Grove and Wayne, Raine & River Apothecary’s glowing storefront beckons to people on the sidewalk, inviting

Running Clubs in Jersey City You Should Know About!

Running Clubs in Jersey City You Should Know About! Running has many physical and mental benefits, from staying healthy to being a part of an inspiring group of people who can uplift you. So if you’re new to Jersey City and are looking for people

Exploring Jersey City’s Community Gardens

Exploring Jersey City’s Community Gardens & Access to Fresh Produce Jersey City is home to numerous community gardens, providing residents with space to exercise their green thumb, contribute to food security, and build civic engagement. They help inform and get us to understand where our

Jersey City COVID-19 Vaccination Locations

Jersey City COVID-19 Vaccination Locations Last Updated On April 7th, 2021   Slowly but surely, the world has worked towards fighting this pandemic and developing a vaccine. Here, we have 3 vaccines available and as eligibility opens up, more NJ residents are get vaccinated and

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

What is Black Breastfeeding Week and Why It’s So Important   I could have died 3 times, I am a Black woman and gave birth in New Jersey 3 times. Black, non-Hispanic women are up to 6 times more likely to die due to complications

7 Jersey City Farmers Markets for Fresh Produce

7 Jersey City Farmers Markets for Fresh Produce   *Hours Updated July 2021*   Jersey City is incredibly excited to have been able to welcome back their farmers markets during these uncertain times. Shopping outside can be a refreshing change with fresh air circulating and

Plastic Free July Livestream Recap

Plastic Free July Livestream Recap If you’ve been interested in finding out about the benefits of living low-waste, how to get started on living a “greener” life, or learning more about Jersey City’s efforts to become more sustainable and eco-friendly, Plastic Free July is the

Jersey City Residents Explore Nature’s Gym

Jersey City Residents Explore Nature’s Gym As the mercury rises so does our desire to emerge more frequently from our sedentary quarantine quarters. The summer is in full swing, but it is certainly a far cry from the season we recognize. And whether you need

Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness: Coping During COVID May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to put the spotlight on the importance of legitimizing mental health and breaking the stigma associated with mental health disorders. This year’s theme from the CDC is an especially apt one