‘Tis the season for Secret Santa, white elephant exchanges, and all things gifts. We all know that the best presents are the ones that are locally sourced. That’s why, as a way of supporting New Jersey-based businesses during this time of year, The Hoboken Girl team hosted a white elephant game at our team holiday party that featured a delightful selection of locally-bought knickknacks. From bags to kitchen accessories to all kinds of sweet treats, here’s a list of small gift ideas to bring to your next white elephant party. Read on for a list of New Jersey-themed, locally-sourced gift ideas from beloved shops in Hoboken, Jersey City, and greater New Jersey.
A Pine Barrens candle from Lucky Honeybee | Lower Level, 487 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City
Everyone loves receiving candles during the holidays. Luckily, Lucky Honeybee Goods + Gifts in Jersey City has tons of them. This year, two people on the HG team received candles in the scents Pine Barrens and Jersey Tomato.
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A Hoboken-themed kitchen towel from Washington General Store | 509 Washington Street, Hoboken
This towel features the best of Hoboken, from Pier A to Washington Street to Frank Sinatra. This gift was purchased from the Washington General Store in Hoboken and can be a nice kitchen addition for loved ones and friends who enjoy cooking.
A Hoboken mug + coaster set from Washington General Store | 509 Washington Street, Hoboken
Pair the Hoboken kitchen towel with these additional Hoboken-themed gifts from the Washington General Store. The mug and coaster set, which features the City’s area code, can be a charming present for either someone new to the area or a lifelong resident.
A Hoboken tote bag from Washington General Store | 509 Washington Street, Hoboken
As previously mentioned, the Washington General Store in Hoboken is home to all kinds of interesting items that make for a lovely white elephant gift, including this Hoboken tote bag, which features a graphic of the Hoboken Terminal.
A Jersey girl-themed bottle opener + ornament from Cara Grizzi | 1300 Ocean Avenue North (inside the Convention Hall) + 1301A Memorial Drive, Asbury Park
This beach badge and bottle opener come from Carla Gizzi, a vintage shop in Asbury Park. This store, which features a curated selection of jewelry, clothing, and home decor, makes for a great destination for holiday gifts. Guests can find Carla Gizzi in Sunset Point and the Convention Hall on the Asbury Park boardwalk.
A New Jersey charcuterie board
Although this wooden board was made for charcuteries, it can also be gifted as wall decor. This carved piece features a map of New Jersey, from Montague in the northwestern area of the state to Cape May in the Southern point.
A New Jersey glass cup from Lily + Kate | 66 East Main Street, Ramsey
As per the business’s website, Lily + Kate in Ramsey is a “one-stop-shop for all your gifting needs.” This glass cup, which includes a map of the Garden State, can be a unique gift for those who like collecting random trinkets.
A New Jersey ornament from Lucky Honeybee | Lower Level, 487 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City
It is the holiday season, after all, which means an ornament — especially one in the shape of New Jersey — would make for a great festive gift. This ornament was purchased from Lucky Honeybee in Jersey City.
Ground coffee from bwè kafe | 1002 Washington Street + 1401 Adams Street, Hoboken + 140 River Drive South, Jersey City
At bwè kafe, located in Hoboken and Jersey City, Hudson County locals will not only find great beverages but also bags of ground coffee for purchase. For those who like to enjoy their coffee at home, this product makes for a wonderful gift. This featured bag is the Wisdom Dark Roast Blend and was purchased at the Jersey City location.
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Granola from bwè kafe | 1002 Washington Street + 1401 Adams Street, Hoboken + 140 River Drive South, Jersey City
This granola bag, purchased from bwè kafe in Jersey City, is the Blueberry + Sunflower Butter blend. For those who like sweet — but healthy — treats, this gift can make a great item for a holiday food basket.
5 Tips to Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions, According to Evolve Psychotherapy
This article is sponsored by Evolve Psychotherapy.
Starting therapy can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Evolve Psychotherapy, located at 221 River Street in Hoboken is a woman-owned private practice with a small, intimate team of experienced therapists. The Hoboken therapy team specializes in individual, couples, and adolescent therapy using evidence-based techniques and treatments. Keep reading to learn more about this local Hoboken therapy practice and the women behind it.
About Evolve Psychotherapy
Evolve Psychotherapy is a small team of six highly skilled therapists, led by Rachael Houston, LCSW. Despite the practice’s size, the team’s compassion is big — providing in-person and virtual therapy to adults and adolescents across New Jersey. It prides itself on using the most modern, evidence-based therapy practices tailored to each client’s specific needs.
“At Evolve, our team helps clients identify what is important to them so they can lead fulfilling, meaningful lives,” owner Rachael shared with The Hoboken Girl. “Using only evidence-based treatments with clinically proven success, we work collaboratively with clients, empowering them to be the narrator of their own journey”
How Evolve Can Help
Rachael’s goal is to support clients through every season of life and to create a space where individuals feel comfortable being authentic and vulnerable. As such, Evolve has a range of specialized services, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and more.
The team offers a variety of modalities for therapy to suit your individual needs, including:
- Couples Therapy: helps couples build communication, resolve conflict, and improve their overall relationship using the Gottman Method.
- Individual Therapy: modern, evidence-based therapies using techniques like CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness for those dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues.
- Adolescent Therapy: for adolescents who are navigating the challenges of growing up, stress, relationships, or emotional well-being.
The team recommends once-weekly appointments to get the most out of sessions. Evolve has in-person and virtual sessions so that even clients with busy schedules can benefit from sessions without having to step into the office.
Evolve’s Approach
What sets Evolve Psychotherapy apart from other practices is its deep connection to the Hoboken community and its unique, relatable approach to providing therapy to clients. The team consists of fully-licensed professionals with clinical expertise who also share in the same human experiences as their clients. The combination of personal and professional experiences creates a truly comfortable environment, where clients feel understood and supported.
“Our team is highly diverse in their experience, specialties, and cultural backgrounds which is important to us so that we can serve a broader population,” shared Evolve Psychotherapy Owner, Rachael Houston.”At Evolve, it is really important to us to make sure that every person seeking therapy has someone they can relate to and feel understood by.”
Evolve’s diverse team brings a wide range of experience, specialties, and cultural backgrounds. With therapists who provide services in multiple languages, the team is truly dedicated to helping clients of all varieties improve their relationships with themselves and others.
Evolve Psychotherapy is located at 221 River Street in Hoboken.
Call 908-498-7448, email [email protected], or visit the website to book an appointment or for more information.
