Today 20 years ago, our lives changed forever. I try to commemorate this day every year by sharing the unique stories of people in our community that where there that day. Kushal is a dear friend who I met a few years ago at the beginning of my spiritual journey. He and his wife Alak are meditation/breathwork […]
An interview with Jordan, @theblackgirlglow
Meet Jordan – a blogger, event planner, and philanthropist based in Hoboken, NJ. She’s hardworking and dedicates her career to giving back to the community. We had the opportunity to speak to her and learn more about her work ethic and incredible community work. What’s your name and what do you do? My name is […]
JC Resident Profiles
Written by Shannon Coleman – @shannoncoleman In the New Year, we wanted to start featuring more people in the Jersey City community and be able to share their story and what they do. I had the pleasure of chatting with Harveer, Megan and Kevin, to hear about their time living in Jersey City, what they do […]
Catching up with Rolando Lavarro
We recently caught up with Councilperson Rolando Lavarro over Zoom to chat about everything going on right now as well as his story. Rolando tested positive for COVID-19 back in March and tells us all about his experience. We both got very emotional talking about the loss of Michael Yun to this virus. Rolando also […]
A Lesson on Affordable Housing in Jersey City
A few weeks ago, we posted an interview with community leaders Chris Gadsden and Pamela Johnson where we talk about the long history in Jersey City, the affordable housing issues and the big G word – Gentrification. I’ll be honest, even though I’ve been here for around 10 years and writing this blog for 5 […]
A Conversation with Chris Gadsden and Pam Johnson
A few weeks ago while on a family trip to Israel, I was sitting at our Passover dinner and my phone started blowing up with Instagram notifications. DMs, tags, comments from people about a post that was taken down by Chris Gadsden. Chris had posted on his Instagram and Facebook about a rumor that Holland […]
Artist Spotlight: ENK Muzik “The Voice”
About two years ago, I hosted an open mic at Light Rail Cafe in Jersey City. Towards the end of the event, a group of girls walked in and put their names on the list to sing. The featured artist and new talent that night was nothing short of amazing, but little did we know […]
Carlos Hernandez of CCAJC – His Future, Photography, Technological Advances and Contemporary Art
When I sat down with 17 year old fashion photographer Carlos Hernandez, I had pre-established questions, but this evolved into an insightful discussion between two young individuals about photography, technological advances, self expression, contemporary art and the societal obstacles an artist must overcome. When I first met Carlos, I instantly noticed his determination and passion […]
Jersey City Artist Juan Camilo Ospina Londoño
Juan Camilo Ospina Londoño is a native of Cartago, Colombia who moved to the United States at age ten and has called Jersey City his home for over four years. When he’s not painting, Juan also designs landscapes, teaches Capoeira, and spends time with his wife and two dogs, Basil and Lola. I visited Juan […]
Married to the Mossad by Shalva Hessel
As some of you may know, I am Israeli… well, sort of. I was born in Montreal, Canada in a very Israeli household. I moved to Tel Aviv when I was about 11 years old and spent five of my most formative years in this country. This post has nothing to do with Jersey City, but […]
Alan Walker
I never really know what to expect when I walk into the home of someone I am about to interview. Sometimes, things are very simple, the interview is easy and straight to the point. I get to know them, take a bunch of photos, give them a hug goodbye, and that is the end of […]
Darion
When you see street art, do you ever wonder what dope mind came up with it? Do you ever wonder what inspired such a piece? Do you ever hear a beat with a different tone or melody and wonder, “Damn, what inspired such a sick sound?” When I was scrolling down my Instagram and saw Darion, […]