As residents of Hoboken and Jersey City, we know firsthand the power of our community. We rally together, show up for each other, and make a difference when it truly counts. That’s why we’re thrilled to share The Flow Initiative’s fourth annual period supplies drive with The Hoboken Girl — our biggest one yet, and we need you to help us reach our goal of securing 60,000 period products for people right here in Hoboken. Read on to learn more about Period Action Day and what you can do as a Hoboken resident.
Photo Credit: Sabrina Browne + Eiko La Boria/The Flow Initiative
Period Action Day
Photo Credit: Sabrina Browne + Eiko La Boria/The Flow Initiative
October 12th is Period Action Day, and it’s our chance to make a powerful statement. At The Flow Initiative, we believe that no one should have to struggle to access menstrual health products, and here’s why we’re committed to ending period poverty in Hoboken:
Eradicating Stigma and Shame: No one should have to face the embarrassment of not having the necessary menstrual health products. By ensuring access, we provide dignified menstruation and support to people in Hoboken, so they can focus on living their lives without shame.
Increasing Education and Work Attendance: Lack of access to menstrual health products often means Hoboken residents missing school or work. For students and professionals in our community, this can disrupt their education and job opportunities. Providing these free menstrual health supplies helps residents stay engaged and productive.
Reducing Health Risks: Without proper menstrual health products, many people resort to using unsafe alternatives, especially those who are at-risk or unhoused in our community. This can unfortunately lead to serious health issues and infections. By making menstrual health products available to all, we protect the health and well-being of our Hoboken neighbors and friends.
Creating a More Inclusive Hoboken Community: Period poverty is a hidden issue, but it affects many people in our community — regardless of race, religion, or socioeconomic status. Addressing it head-on brings us together, creating a more inclusive and supportive environment where everyone’s needs are met.
Read More: This High School Student Started a Local Period Drive in Hoboken
Your Role in Creating Change
Photo Credit: Sabrina Browne + Eiko La Boria/The Flow Initiative
Whether you’ve been a longtime supporter or are new to our work, this is the moment to join The Flow Initiative. From Ghana to Haiti, Puerto Rico to Turkey, we’ve helped thousands in need, while always keeping access to menstrual products in Hudson County and New Jersey on the forefront of our work.
You can support our fourth annual period product drive, and drop supplies at participating businesses locations. In addition to sharing our drive details on social media. By spreading the word, you help us reach our goal and expand our work in the Hoboken community.
Imagine the impact — 60,000 menstrual health products means more than just supplies. It means confidence for students, peace of mind for workers, and dignity for our Hoboken neighbors who might otherwise have to choose between essentials. And this is only possible when people like you step up.
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The Power of Community
^ Sabrina + Eiko with HG’s Volunteer Coordinators, Jordan + Joelle Hernandez. Photo Credit: Sabrina Browne + Eiko La Boria/The Flow Initiative
As a Hoboken resident, you have the power to help The Flow Initiative build a community where period poverty no longer exists.
Let’s rally our neighbors, businesses, and community groups to create lasting change and ensure that no one in Hoboken is left without the resources they deserve.
Together, we’ll reach 60,000 menstrual health products.
New Bagel Shop, B Bagels, Soft Opens in Downtown Jersey City
The bagel scene in Jersey City is small, if we're being honest. But over the last year, a few new bagel shops have entered the growing dough scene. The newest addition is B Bagels, which soft-opened today, Wednesday, January 15th at 367 Grove Street in downtown Jersey City. Read on for more about the newest bagel spot in Jersey City, New Jersey.
The Details
The B Bagels news first came from JC Upfront, which covered the story in March 2024 when signage went up, though B's had originally posted on its Instagram in January 2024. The article noted that limited information was available at the time, but it appeared that kettle-boiled, hand-rolled bagels, coffee, and other pastries along with an array of cream cheeses would be available.
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When we first reported on the spot in October 2024, its Instagram hasn't been updated since early 2024 and there was no website — but the spot seemed to have a ghost kitchen operating out of 400 Newark Street in Hoboken found here.
B Bagels shared with The Hoboken Girl back in October that they were aiming for a late October/early November opening.
We now know that B Bagels has officially soft-opened in Chilltown as of Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 — just in time for National Bagel Day. Our friends over at HDSID shared the news of the opening on Tuesday, January 14th via Instagram. See the full post below.
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Originally, B Bagels shared the news of its official JC location in January of 2024:
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The Jersey City Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID) also shared in October that progress was underway at the new bagel shop. See the full post below.
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Other bagel shops are notably joining the ranks in Jersey City: Cheech’s Bagels is a new bagel concept opening at 176 Erie Street in the Swift + Co. building — near Hamilton Park. The owners behind Cheech’s Bagels are Gianluca Fernicola and John Ballan, lifelong friends and Jersey City residents who saw a need for more bagel options in the area. Meanwhile, a recent turnover was City Bagels, which opened and quickly shuttered its doors within a few months' time. Bread Stone itself is now noted as temporarily closed on Google.
Will B Bagels stick? The bagel lovers certainly hope so. Here's the full growing list of bagel spots in Jersey City from our archives.
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