Samantha Impaglia

1 week ago | hobokengirl.com | Samantha Impaglia

newsThe Jersey City Theater Center is raising funds to make its new permanent home a reality. This week, the Jersey City Council passed a resolution in support of the performing arts organization’s new groundbreaking building in Journal Square, which will be located at 575 Summit Avenue. While the full details are still being worked out, JCTC is currently raising money through its Hudson Gives campaign to support the organization and its new project.

1 week ago | hobokengirl.com | Samantha Impaglia

food newsA popular NYC bagel spot is crossing the Hudson to open its first New Jersey location in the Mile Square. The Hoboken Girl can now confirm that Apollo Bagels is opening in the former Jerrell’s Betr Brgr space at 324 Washington Street in Hoboken after several months of speculation. Apollo Bagels is known for its bagels, bagel sandwiches, whitefish, and more. Read on for what we know so far about Apollo Bagels’ debut in Hoboken, New Jersey.

1 week ago | hobokengirl.com | Samantha Impaglia

A new farmers’ market is making its way to Weehawken this month. Hosted by Mayor Richard Turner and the Township Council, Weehawken’s weekly farmers’ market will take place each Wednesday at two alternating locations. The market officially kicks off on May 21st from 3PM-7PM at Lincoln Harbor Park. Read on for more about Hudson County’s newest farmers’ market, taking place in Weehawken weekly.

1 week ago | hobokengirl.com | Samantha Impaglia

eventsA one-of-a-kind event focusing on inclusive clothing items is happening in Chilltown next week. Hosted by two Jersey City locals, “Style Over Size” will take place on May 17th at Bergen Hall, located at 295 Johnston Avenue. The market will include clothing sizes XS-6X from local creators, over 10 small businesses vendors selling locally-crafted goods, music, and more. Read on for more about Style Over Size, an inclusive market happening in Jersey City this May.

1 week ago | hobokengirl.com | Samantha Impaglia

newsThe City of Hoboken and the Hoboken Community Center are working together to open a new community space for Mile Square residents. The 1301 Washington Street space — formerly the Hoboken-North Hudson YMCA — will be transformed into a modern recreation center if approved by the City Council this week. Read on for more about the partnership and what residents can expect from the new community center potentially coming to Hoboken, New Jersey.