Hippity Hoppity! Spring has sprung and Easter week is here! As we approach the holiday, I can’t help but get excited about Easter treats and crafts. If you know me personally, then you know that I consider myself to be the “Fairy Godmother of Parties." With every holiday that passes, I love to DIY most of the decorations styled in our home, and I enjoy baking cupcakes & … [Read more...]
Cocktail Hour: The Show by Ballets with a Twist
See the Mai Tai, Martini, Manhattan and more spring off the menu and onto the stage in this electrifying production from New York City. Cocktail Hour: The Show, by Ballets with a Twist, reinvents the glamour and excitement of classic entertainment with a 21st-century flair, capturing the timeless American spirit in a series of dazzling vignettes. This sparkling mix of original … [Read more...]
JCFamilies’ Annual Holiday Party for Families In Jersey City
It’s that time of the year again! Join JCFamilies for their 7th Annual Holiday Party! The festivities start at 3 PM at the Harborside Atrium in Jersey City and will go on until 7 PM! Families can enjoy pictures with Santa, Music with Preschool of Rock, face painting, a bounce house, a holiday train perfect for kids to enjoy and yummy cookie decorating! Bring your cameras and … [Read more...]
Hansel and Gretel
NJCU’s Opera Workshop presents Engelbert Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel, based on the beloved Grimm’s fairy tale. … [Read more...]
All Stars Talent Show
Ever since 1981, The All Stars Project has put on a talent show specifically for the Youth. They now have one in Jersey City! An uncensored show where the youth perform what they enjoy and also a family friendly event for a Saturday afternoon. The best part is it's FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! If you're interested in volunteering or have a talent you'd like to showcase, email … [Read more...]
Family Wellness Expo
Stevens Cooperative School in Hoboken and Jersey City, NJ is excited to launch a new community event, “Family Wellness Expo”. The event will take place on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 100 River Drive S, Jersey City, NJ from 11am - 3pm. This new event invites families in the Hoboken and Jersey City communities to engage with local businesses and practitioners who who provide … [Read more...]
JC Halloween Parade’18
Dress up the whole family (or just the littles) for the Annual Halloween Parade in Jersey City ! More details at: http://jcfamilies.com/event/annual-halloween-parade-2018/ … [Read more...]
Top Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
Even though the summer's over, there's still plenty to do in the area! Check out our top picks. Thursday CCAJC Youth Networking Event September 27 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Andco, 201 Montgomery St Calling all youth! Youth in JC and ChicpeaJC are hosting a networking event for youth ages 14 to 20 to meet other youth entrepreneurs, local business owners, and … [Read more...]
Oktoberfest at the Lutze Biergarten
On Saturday, Sept 29th, stop by the Lutze Biergarten for Lutze Learn: an Oktoberfest Jersey City School Fundraiser! Starting at noon till 7PM, kick off the beginning of fall at Lutze Oktoberfest, featuring seasonal draft beer and craft cocktail specials, bar games, and more! There'll be multiple food vendors, so come ready to eat! It's a family-friendly event, so … [Read more...]
Jersey City Seafood Festival
Calling all seafood lovers! Close out your summer with a seafood festival along the waterfront! On September 22nd from 12PM to 7PM, enjoy a bunch of good food from vendors and specialty seafood at the Urby parking lot (200 Greene St) to raise environmental awareness. Stop by different vendor stations for incredible dishes, treats, and activities! Vendors in attendance … [Read more...]
Back to School Picnic in Jersey City
Join JCFamilies for annual Back to School picnic in Hamilton Park! Getting back into the swing of the new school year can be challenging and this is a great opportunity to reconnect with your neighbors and community. An early September picnic is an ideal time to take advantage of lingering warm temps and the vast outdoor space of Hamilton Park. We’ll have performances … [Read more...]
Black Tom Explosion at Liberty State Park
Jersey City is so rich with history. Recently, I spent the day at Liberty State Park and got to know a little bit of the parks rich history. I spent some time educating myself on the Black Tom Explosion. Prior to the tour led at Liberty State Park, I had never heard of the Black Tom explosion or knew that it occurred. Briefly (because I could easily spend a … [Read more...]
Bird Watching In LSP
Every once in a while, it's nice to get out of the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the great outdoors (even if that great outdoors happens to be in the middle of a city)! This past Sunday, I woke up early and headed to Liberty State Park for a morning of nature, plants and, of course, BIRDS! First things first, we checked in at the park office promptly at 10am! … [Read more...]