This weekend is filled with events to please foodies, families, philanthropists alike. There’s so much to do, we may have trouble choosing! Have fun Hoboken ladies and gents!
Decision Maker’s Breakfast Roundtable: Friday, March 27th from 8:30-10:00AM
They’ll be joined by Bob Sommer, Marketing Professional, who served most recently as a Senior Advisor to Jersey City Mayor Steven M. Fulop and Marcos Vigil, recently appointed by Mayor Fulop to the post of Deputy Mayor for Economic Development. Mr. Sommer was instrumental in leading the City’s efforts to create the recent Make it Yours campaign launched in 2014. He will will present an overview of the next phase of the campaign. The event is complimentary for current members and $20 for future members. Click here for more information.
Liberty Humane Society’s Adoption Event: Now-March 31st
For the remainder of the month of March, in partnership with best Friends Animal Society, Liberty Humane Society is hosting LOVE COMES IN ALL SHAPES AND SIZES, an adoption promotion on three of our dogs: Abigail, Kerry, and Nils. Adoption fees for these wonderful, lovable, adoptables will be reduced to $75— one hundred dollars less than our usual adoption fee for adult dogs! All of our adoptable pets are spay/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, so all you have to do is meet your match, fall in love, and go home with your new best friend the same day if you’re approved as an adopter!
Free Tanning Weekend at Planet Sun: March 27th-29th
It’s been a very long winter and it’s time for all of us to get that summer glow back. Head to any Planet Sun in NJ this weekend {there are three in Hoboken – read about HG’s experience here} and take advantage of their free tanning weekend. Both UV Beds and their UV- free Versa Spa spray tans are all yours cost free. Enjoy!
Stella & Dot Trunk Show at Hair Cult: Saturday, March 28th from 12-4:00PM
While stella & dot isn’t found only in Hoboken, they certainly have some very cute pieces. Jennifer Sutton will bringing them to town thsi weekend at a pop-up in Hair Cult on Washington Street from 12-4:00PM. Stop in and check it out.
Bar Crawl for Relay for Life: Saturday, March 28th at 1:00PM
Ride for a Cause at Work it Out: Sunday, March 29th at 12:00 & 1:00PM
Be inspired and motivated by Sheillah, a parent of a child with autism in the Wallace ABA Program, Special Events Director for the Hoboken Family Alliance and instructor at Work it Out, as she hosts two amazing Ride classes at River at 12pm, 1pm & 2pm. The minimum donation to ride is $50 and all proceeds go directly to the Wallace ABA Program and Global Autism Project. Register online or contact the studio at [email protected] || 201.222.0802 || 201.710.5458.
Hoboken Restaurant Crawl: Sunday, March 29th from 1-5:00PM + mixer from 5-7:00PM
Massachusetts Military Hero Fundraiser at Maxwell’s: Sunday, March 29th at 4-7:00PM
Join Maxwell’s for an afternoon of music, friendship and goodwill to support a great cause! This event will feature a live acoustic performance by the incredibly talented musician, Kieran Sullivan. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Massachusetts Military Heroes Fund.
Easter Egg Hunt at Elysian Park: Sunday, March 29th from 11am-2pm
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services-Hudson River Properties presents The First Annual Sunshine Kids Easter Egg Hunt to benefit The Sunshine Kids Foundation (a non-profit organization dedicated to helping kids with cancer) This is an event filled with fun for all! Two Easter Egg Hunts will take place that day, games,face painting,caricatures, raffles, music, refreshments provided, and photos with the Easter Bunny himself! Donations: $5 per Child (Includes an Easter Egg Basket for Child)
Upcoming Weekday Events
Monday, March 30th at 8:00PM: Harry Potter Trivia Night at Maxwell’s
Tuesday, March 31 at 8:00PM: Tuesday night Jazz at Maxwell’s
Tuesday, March 31 from 7:-10:00PM: Wine & Dine Girl’s Night with KEEP COLLECTIVE at Clinton Social
Thursday, April 2 at 6:00PM: “Hops-n’-Scotch” beer and scotch tasting at Black Bear.
How will you spend your last weekend in March? Have a great time!
*Clinton Social is now closed.
Man Arrested After Shots Fired at 4th + Jackson Streets in Hoboken on 12/19
Shortly after 1PM on Thursday, December 19th, there were reports of heightened police activity and potential gunshots at 4th and Jackson Streets in Hoboken.
Photo Credit: Nicole Magaña
The Hoboken Girl received a DM saying caution tape was put up, and that small evidence markers were placed in the road.
Hoboken Councilman Michael Russo relayed a message from the City to The Hoboken Girl, saying that the City received reports of shots fired in the area of Fourth and Jackson. The Hoboken Police Department's responded immediately and out of an abundance of caution, Police Chief Aguiar ordered the area to be locked down.
The Hoboken Police Department also posted on X about the situation:
"Today at approximately 1 pm, HPD responded to the area of 4th & Jackson on reports of shots fired. No injuries have been reported & there's not believed to be a threat to the public at this time. Detective Bureau is on scene. Please avoid the area, as the investigation is active."
Today at approximately 1 pm, HPD responded to the area of 4th & Jackson on reports of shots fired. No injuries have been reported & there's not believed to be a threat to the public at this time. Detective Bureau is on scene. Please avoid the area, as the investigation is active.
— Hoboken Police (@HobokenPD) December 19, 2024
The Hoboken Police Department posted an update shortly after 2:30PM on X, saying that this was NOT a school-related event and that extra officers will be present during dismissal:
While this was NOT a school related event, out of an abundance of caution, @HobokenPD will have extra officers on hand during dismissal at some schools in the area of the ongoing investigation.
More information will be released if/when it becomes available. https://t.co/5HbvpuQu2Q
— Hoboken Police (@HobokenPD) December 19, 2024
As of 3PM, an adult male is in custody in connection with the reports of shots fired at 4th & Jackson:
UPDATE: An adult male is now in custody, in connection with the reports of shots fired at 4th & Jackson. Since its still an active investigation, we ask residents to continue to avoid the area. Reminder: extra officers may be at nearby schools for dismissal as a precaution. https://t.co/DwkfASD8DJ
— Hoboken Police (@HobokenPD) December 19, 2024
The Hoboken Police Department provided an update just before 3PM on Friday, December 20th via a press release, saying that a Kearny man, 18-year-old Elias Mercado, has been arrested for attempted murder following reports of shots being fired.
No injuries have been reported.
This is a developing story. This post will be updated with any further details.
