It’s Memorial Day weekend, the sun is shining, we’re sitting at Andco, getting work done but thinking about getting our drink on. Are you staying local this weekend? Here are five spots to check out during this beautiful kickoff the summer. Rooftop XP 1 Exchange Place Lutze Biergarten 3 Second St The Hutton 225 HuttonRead more
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Here’s the Deal with Jersey City’s Obscenity Law
Back in the 80s, an obscenity law was enacted to keep women from exposing their breasts in public and to limit the sex toys purchased/owned by individuals. Recently, the ban was put into question when Lillian Bustle’s burlesque show was halted because it would have been a violation to the 1982 ordinance. The revision ofRead more
The Fame Shame Game by Eiko La Boria
Eiko La Boria is a writer from Puerto Rico based in Jersey City. Through her passion for writing, Eiko worked her way to Los Angeles to pursue her dream career. While she was there, she heard accounts of the sexual exploitation and abuse in the film industry, and thus The Fame Shame Game: The Debut was created.Read more
The Newark Ave. Pedestrian Plaza is Expanding Today!
Within the past four years, Newark Ave has seen a lot of praise and criticisms. With the booming restaurant row came the rowdiness of late-night festivities and this has brought a number of complaints, the biggest being “Jersey City is becoming Hoboken.” Now the city is trying to put their focus more on people andRead more
Food Deserts and Jersey City’s Initiatives
Mayor Fulop recently shared that the city is taking steps toward a Healthier Corner Store initiative! Eating healthy can be issue, especially when underserved areas do not get the same resources provided to the more privileged neighborhoods. As a part of this initiative, the city is hoping to provide healthy and affordable food options to underservedRead more
Stan’s Square Records
Stan’s Square Records, 737 Bergen Ave. Sadly, the doors to Stan’s will be closing permanently. Unfortunately, it does not make sense for the shop to remain open without him. But, rather than shudder the doors and empty the contents it has been decided to open it to the public for three days, for an Everything MustRead more
Flatbread Grill in Journal Square
Flatbread Grill is owned and run by the Esendemir Sisters, a power team of women entrepreneurs who worked on a Mediterranean restaurant concept that boomed into popularity. They’re an incredible group of hardworking sisters, their food is delicious, and their expanding quickly! They recently opened their Journal Square location, so you can stop by andRead more
Anadelia
Photos by Michael Perez
I met Anadelia for the first time a year ago when she auditioned to perform at ChicpeaJC Turns 3. Her voice mesmerized me, her confidence was incredible, and I knew she was going to be a huge star one day. A few months ago, while planning a prohibition party at Corgi Spirits, I wanted toRead more
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 5/14/18 – 5/20/18
Plan your week and check out some local spots for happy hour! Monday – May 14 White Star Bar Kick back and grab a burger with some beer with White Star Bar’s $14 Burger Beer Special every Monday! Tuesday – May 15 Barcade Play some classic arcade games while enjoying $2 off beer and wellRead more
Wapanda’s Ribbon Cutting & Sign Up Event
If you haven’t heard of them yet, now is the time to congratulate local Jersey City company, Wapanda, for launching their local rideshare app for Jersey City! On May 15th at 2PM, Wapanda founders Mihir and Zahid will be at City Hall for their ribbon cutting & signup event. If you buy local, why not ride local?Read more
Sex and Jersey City: The Prelude
I grew up watching Sex and The City and always fantasized when I would be older that I would be successful, fabulous and having the time of my life being single in the city (I was living in Montreal at the time). Well at first, my life didn’t quite turn out that way, I metRead more
9 Things I Learned from my Momma
When people ask me who my biggest inspiration is in my life, I will always say it’s my mother. If I could become half the woman she is, then I will be extremely happy. My mother exudes confidence, she is unapologetically herself and is the most giving and loving person I know (other than myRead more
15 Clothing Brands to Support in Jersey City
In a city where culture is diverse, everyone has their own take on fashion. You can walk down the block and see hundreds of stylish outfits. There are plenty of brands located right in the city – here are just a few of our favorites! Apparel and Streetwear FemaleKING Website | Instagram Femaleking™️ She GotRead more