Living in JC

Galentine’s Day in Jersey City

Galentine’s Day in Jersey City February 14th conjures mixed emotions. Some people (usually in relationships) love the holiday and see it as a reason to celebrate those who you love, usually by purchasing heart-shaped candies, dressing up in red or pink and going to a

Underground Railroad in Jersey City

The History of the Underground Railroad In Jersey City   From the 1820s to 1860, between forty and one hundred thousand enslaved African Americans escaped bondage through the Underground Railroad, a secret route through a series of safe houses that ended in free northern states,

Black History Month: The Past and The Future

Black History Month: The Past and The Future   Black History Month in the U.S.  February 1st commences the annual celebration of Black History Month. This month aims to educate people on why we honor, acknowledge and celebrate the monumental impact of African Americans, both in

The Dirty Dozen: How Can You Protect Yourself?

The Dirty Dozen: How Can You Protect Yourself? Tax season has begun, and along with being diligent about filing taxes, we need to be very diligent about tax scams, fraud, and identity theft, as these crimes increase this time of year. According to a 2019

A Decade in Jersey City: 2009-2019 Wrap Up

A Decade in Jersey City: 2009-2019 Wrap Up   As we get settled in to 2020 and look forward to a new decade, we took one more glance back at the last 10 years in Jersey City to compile a list of “Hey, remember when…?”

14 Places to Watch the Super Bowl in Jersey City

14 Places to Watch the Super Bowl in Jersey City   Super Bowl LIV takes place this Sunday at 6:30 p.m! The Giants may not have made it to the Super Bowl this year, but the San Francisco 49ers vs.The Kansas City Chiefs game in

Tails on Trails Puts Paws Down in West Side

Tails on Trails Puts Paws Down in West Side   Why should human children have all the fun at camp? With the opening of Tails on Trails Doggy Day Camp on February 3 in Jersey City’s West Side neighborhood, dogs will now have a safe

Mana Contemporary and the Creative Soul of JC

Mana Contemporary and the Creative Soul of JC For the past decade, I have been living in Jersey City. In that time, I have seen so many places come and go, from galleries and shops, restaurants, hospitals, and even a museum. Sometimes I feel like

Jersey + Co has Gelato Love for the Community

Jersey + Co has Gelato Love for the Community It was unseasonably warm for a Saturday in January. Temperatures rising past 60 degrees and just about everyone in Jersey City could be found outside. Brunch tables were hastily set up on sidewalks, couples walked hand

6 Things to Consider When Choosing a Dog

*Updated 3/26/2020* Due to the current coronavirus pandemic shelters are in need of foster homes and forever homes. Shelter staffs have been significantly reduced and pets have had to be surrendered because of loss of income. See below for the steps to consider when adopting