Happy March Hoboken! This weekend is FULL of awesome events around town–including Hoboken’s Annual Leprecon/Hoboken St. Patty’s this Saturday! Whether you’re participating or you’re avoiding it at all costs, we hope your weekend is beautiful {and warmer than this week, sil’ vous plaît}!
Hoboken Girl’s Featured Event
Handbags of Hope Exchange: Sunday, March 6th from 12:00PM-4:00PM
Our contributor and style guru, Tiffany Pinero, is collaborating with some very lovely ladies this Sunday for a great cause! This Handbags of Hope Exchange event is an opportunity to mingle and learn from beauty/wellness professionals all while supporting a great cause!! The first 50 women to arrive with a slightly used handbag filled with toiletries & snacks for a woman in need, will in exchange, receive a brand new handbag. For more information & to purchase tickets click here {get 10% off your ticket with code OHMPRETTY}! Located at 720 Monroe Street, Suite C211.
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Hoboken Girl’s {Top 7} Picks for Leprecon
1. Little Town Social—205 First Street
From 10:00AM-12:00PM visit Little Town Social for a FREE breakfast buffet, $3 Coors Light Drafts, $4 Well Drinks & $5 Jameson shots. RSVP here—required for free breakfast, reduced admission, and drink specials.
2. Willie McBride’s—616 Grand Street
Live music is always a good addition to a day of drinking! Willie McBride’s opens its doors at 11AM and has two bands performing that will surely make you..how’s the saying go? “Shake your shamrocks.”
3. The Brass Rail—135 Washington Street
Feeling lucky? The Brass Rail is opening at 9:30AM for Leprecon and giving the first 50 guests FREE entry!
4. Wicked Wolf—120 Sinatra Drive
Wicked Wolf is starting Leprecon off EARLYYY! Beginning at 8:00AM, their DJ will be rockin’, they’ll have a bottomless breakfast, 1/2 price shots and $1 green beers!! Get your tickets here!
5. House of Que’—340 Sinatra Drive
House of Que’ is having a FREE breakfast buffet and giving out FREE leprecon t-shirts from 8am-11am! Their specials include–$3 Coors Light Drafts, $4 Guinness, $5 Jameson shots, $7 Irish Car Bombs, and $4 House Wines!!
6. The Shannon—106 1st Street
Hey Hoboken residents–the Shannon is offering YOU free entry until 12PM! Whoop whoop! Doors open at 11AM.
7. Pilsner Haus & Biergarten—1422 Grand Street
Starting at 11AM, Pilsener Haus , will have 40 taps flowing on 2 floors at the BIERGARTEN and KOLO KLUB—live music beginning at 3PM and bag pipers to really get you in the spirit!! $15 entry fee.
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Additional Weekend Events
Reveal Exhibit at hob’ art: Friday, March 4th-Saturday, March 26th
hob’ art, located at 720 Monroe Street, is currently hosting a ‘Reveal’ Exhibit and you can check it out all weekend! Including work by artists: Adele Pedulla, Donna O’Grady, Miriam Untoria, Ibou Ndoye and Liz Cohen — a collection of talent you don’t want to miss! Hours for the exhibit are 1-5pm, Thursday-Sunday.
FREE Pilates Class at Athleta: Saturday, March 5th from 8:45AM-9:45AM
Before you indulge in the St. Patty’s Day shenanigans, start your Saturday morning with a FREE fitness class at Athleta—located at 316 Washington Street. This week, Harmony Pilates is teaching the class and you don’t want to miss it! Spots are limited so RSVP by calling 201-653-4101.
Flow Into the Seasons at Devotion Yoga: Saturday, March 5th from 2:00PM-6:00PM
Our contributors and dear friends, Kate Lombardo & Sara Khosrowjerdi are bringing you something magical this Saturday! From 2:00PM-6:00PM, they’ll guide you through the first of several flow series that incorporate Chinese Medicine Elements, Yoga & the Seasons. This class will focus on the ‘water element’ and you’ll learn why it’s associated with the winter season, along with health tips on how to stay healthy & strong and finish with a 75 minute Vinyasa flow! Interested? Sign up here! Future dates–May 14th, June 25th, August 27th & October 9th.
Dueling Pianos at House of Que’: Saturday, March 5th at 9:00PM
Okay, all I have to say about this is ‘YASSSSSS”! From now on, House of Que’ will host dueling pianos every Saturday evening at 9:00PM. They’ll also have a ‘Family Funday’ every Saturday & Sunday {12pm-3pm} that includes: live acoustic guitar, balloon animals, magician & line dancing! Plenty of awesomeness to check out!! Located at 340 Sinatra Drive.
Alba’s Exclusive Trunk Show: Sunday, March 6th from 10:00AM-6:00PM
This Sunday, March 6th, is the LAST day to check out Alba’s DL 1961 exclusive trunk show! Check out their spring styles, enjoy giveaways, gifts with purchase, champagne & much more! Located at 716 Washington Street.
FREE Class at The Bar Method: Sunday, March 6th from 4:00PM-5:00PM
Curious about local fitness business,The Bar Method? This Sunday, you can check it out with a FREE fitness class {taught by their teachers in training!}. Spots are limited so be sure to sign up here! If you’re new to the bar method, please arrive 15 mins prior to class to fill out necessary paperwork.
Guided Meditation at Ariele’s Apothecary: Sunday, March 6th at 5:00PM
For just $10 you can “get past your blocks, attract what you want & slow down your mind”. Visit Ariel’s Apothecary, located at 106 4th Street, and have a peaceful Sunday as Laurel Lederman guides you through a beautiful meditation. Class begins at 5:00PM but try to get there a little early!!
Upcoming Weekday Events
Monday, March 7th at 8:00PM-Sex and the City Trivia at Maxwell’s
Tuesday, March 8th at 8:00PM-Beginner Yoga Series {for men only!} with Janel DuRoss {contact: 917-498-9380}
Tuesday, March 8th at 7:00PM-WiO Willow grand re-opening party {ladies only! sorry boys}. Cocktails & good vibes will be served! {held at 603 Willow Ave}
Wednesday, March 9th at 6:00PM-Hudson Kitchen’s Table Talk Live! A perfect networking event for the food community. Get your tickets here! {held at 109 Christopher Columbus Dr in downtown Jersey City}
Thursday, March 10th at 6:00PM-Have “coffee with a cop” at Stacks Pancake House {located at 506 Washington St}
Thursday, March 10th at 7:00PM-Public meeting regarding the re-development plan for the Southwest Rehabilitation Area {held at 124 Grand St}
Thursday, March 10th at 8:00PM-Karaoke at The Ale House
Thursday, March 10th at 8:00PM-Author, Mark Leyner, visits Little City Books
What will you do this week{end}? Hope it’s a good one xo
Book Clubs to Join in Hoboken, Jersey City, + Bayonne
Reading is one of those activities that never gets old — no matter where you are, who you’re with, or what’s going on in your life — it’s a constant comfort and a way to escape reality for a few hours. For some, reading is a quiet hobby, filled with solitude, but for others, it’s a way to meet people with similar interests. And if you’re in that second camp, you’re probably looking for book clubs in the Hoboken + Jersey City area — so we've rounded up all of the best book clubs to join locally. Read on for our growing list of book clubs to join in Hoboken, Jersey City, and Bayonne.
Hoboken
Completely Booked Book Club
Run by The Hoboken Girl's very own Jordan, this virtual book club meets monthly and celebrates the diversity of all readers and authors. The author of the book pick joins the conversation live each month. Get more info on her Instagram, @_completelybooked.
Little City Books
Little City Books in Hoboken hosts monthly book club meet-ups open to all. Participants vote on each book and can engage in-person at the store. Attendees can also receive 15% off of the current book selection in-store. Aside from the usual LCB Book Club meetings, there is also a Little City Queer Book Club which highlights reads by queer authors. For more info visit Little City Book's event page.
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Lit in Hoboken
Lit in Hoboken is a community organization that connects women through reading. This book club was recommended to us in the Hoboken Girl Insiders Facebook group. For updates on book choices and meeting times follow along with @litinhoboken on Instagram.
Hoboken Public Library
The Hoboken Public Library hosts a variety of themed book clubs that are completely open to the public. Currently, the library hosts a Romance Book Club, Mystery Book Club, Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club, "What's New" Book Club, and the Hoboken Public Library Friends and Foundations Book Club. No registration is required to attend and drop-ins are highly encouraged. For more info visit the Hoboken Public Library website.
Symposia Bookstore
Symposia is a Hoboken staple loved by locals. Aside from the expansive collection of used books, the store also hosts a variety of community events. Recently, Symposia announced the start of the Bookworm Baddies Book Club on Instagram which will take place each month. Follow along with @symposiabookstore for more book club updates.
Jersey City
Books, Brunches + Booze
Books, Brunches + Booze is a book club with chapters all over the U.S. and Canada. In New Jersey, readers can participate in the Jersey City, Asbury Park, Morristown, Princeton, and Mahwah chapters. Books, Brunches + Booze is built on the idea that "community creates a space for building new friendships and celebrating old ones over good food, cold brews, and lots of laughs through Meet-Ups held by chapters all over the world." To join visit Books, Brunches + Booze's website.
Fashion on The Beat
Fashion On The Beat is a local blog that shares worldwide narratives and local experiences with a focus on fashion, art, and design. The site recently announced that a fashion-focused book club will be launching soon and is currently accepting members through an online questionnaire. Follow along with @fashiononthebeat for more updates.
Hudson County Ladies Book Club
Hudson County Ladies Book Club is a 300+ member public Facebook group that was spotted on our Hoboken Girl Insiders Facebook group. The Hudson County Ladies Book Club admin releases frequent updates about meet-up spots and book selections. To stay up to date be sure to join the group on Facebook.
Jersey City Book Club Babes
Jersey City Book Club Babes is home to "all the book nerds," according to the group's private Facebook group. This Jersey City-based book club meets once a month and has members vote collectively on new reads. For more info, follow along with Jersey City Book Club Babes on Facebook and Instagram.
Jersey City Public Library
The Jersey City Public Library Pavonia Branch hosts recurring monthly book clubs for those who are 19 years of age and older. The Adult Book Club meets on the fourth Monday of every month and explores a wide variety of literature. For more info, readers can email [email protected] as registration is required.
WORD Bookstores
WORD hosts several monthly community-based events in both the Brooklyn and Jersey City locations. From author talks, to book launches, open mic nights, and story time every Saturday, WORD knows how to bring people together. Word currently hosts four book clubs titled: Multiplicities (virtual), Romance, Well-Read Black Girl (virtual), and Queer Me Out. In addition, WORD also has four partner book clubs in collaboration with Polished Gems, Jersey City Mamas, Jersey City Moms, and Page Turners JC. Participants can receive 10% off when purchasing book club reads through WORD the month prior to the meeting.
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Bayonne
Bayonne Public Library
Every month the Bayonne Public Library hosts the Bayonne Book Club. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. The library offers eBook and eAudiobook copies of the monthly reads as well as copies of the physical books. There are 50 seats available for each meeting and participants can register in person or online via the Bayonne Public Library website.
The Little BOHO Bookshop BookClub
The Little BOHO Bookshop hosts a monthly book club of roughly 30 members that has gained great popularity over the years. Members meet in-person on the last Tuesday of every month. Interested readers can email [email protected] to learn more about joining as space is limited.
