
Hudson County is filled with all kinds of things to do. But, sometimes a person needs to mix up the restaurant/museum/market/park rotation with something different. Team HG is taking on the challenge of trying some new ways to socialize in Hudson County, starting a writing session at a local brewery. Write with Flights is held monthly at Departed Soles Brewery at 150 Bay Street in Jersey City. Read on to learn more about our experience with this creative way to meet other Hudson County residents.
About Write With Flights
Photo Credit: @timlin9
Feeling uninspired and in need of a creative boost, I attended Write with Flights, a writing workshop served with beer. Timothy Lindner, who goes by Tim, is a writing workshop creator and teacher. Inspired by the success of virtual workshops during the isolating months of early COVID, he decided to merge his passions for craft beer and writing into an engaging in-person workshop.
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Departed Soles, located at 150 Bay Street in Jersey City, is the small intimate brewery in the PowerHouse District where Tim hosts Writes with Flights. About a dozen writers gathered in the space for the workshop. After everyone grabbed a pint, I had a red-dyed lager called And Crew Brew, the night started with an icebreaker. We all introduced ourselves and described what our version of Frosty the Snowman would be. As in, what is the magical item that would make you a talking snowman instead of a top hat?
Photo Credit: @timlin9
Together, we then read Scene/Recipe by David Curry. The poem reads as if the writer was adding scene elements as ingredients to the holiday-themed poem. After reading this poem and discussing it, we all wrote one emotion and one image of the holidays on a piece of paper each and then put them in cups. We picked one from each and wrote our own “recipe” using those two concepts. We read afterward and we got to know each other. It was surprisingly intimate, but creativity at its best involves vulnerability.
Next, we read Holiday by Holly Karapetkova, which was dark and filled with loss and grief. We discussed the poem and all of us spoke on how we felt the heaviness. Tim then gave us the prompt: blackout words from the poem, leaving only 10 or so, to create our poem from this poem. Everyone wrote about death, except for one individual who wrote about bees. A true creative there, because the words did not lend themselves easily to that idea.
Photo Credit: @timlin9
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Tim is planning other creative activities to include in his writing workshops, including organizing a yoga and writing workshop. Tim is a college writing instructor at Middlesex College, an owner of a writing coaching company, and a seasoned content development professional. Recently, he curated a collection of essays and poems, titled The Book of Life After Death” published by Tolsun Books.
The group meets once a month on the last Thursday at Departed Soles. Tickets are on Eventbrite and you can find Tim on Instagram @timlin9. The next Write with Flights is on Thursday, January 25 at 7PM.
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2025 is officially here, and with it came ridiculously cold weather, a plethora of new businesses, and — of course — plenty of available places to rent in the local area. With The Local Girl's Real Estate Directory, Hudson County residents can review all kinds of apartments for rent in Jersey City, including a luxury one-bedroom near the Holland Tunnel and a cozy two-bedroom loft on 4th Street. Read on for a list of apartments available for rent in Jersey City, New Jersey through The Local Girl's Real Estate Directory, and keep checking realestate.thelocalgirl.com for additional properties that arrive daily.
390 CENTRAL AVE #1

This newly renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment boasts high-end condo finishes and a private 500 sq ft deck with partial NYC views, accessible from the combined kitchen and living area. Modern amenities include a dishwasher, wine cooler, built-in microwave, and in-unit washer/dryer. The ap... [Read more]
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273 16TH ST #923

Beautiful three bedroom located right on the border of Hoboken within the SoHo lofts. The unit has tons of natural light, state-of-the-art appliances, sophisticated customizations, and enhancements that make this home above and beyond. A beautiful open kitchen with abundant cabinet space makes ... [Read more]
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87 LEXINGTON AVE #1

Immerse yourself in the effortless blend of convenience and comfort in this 2-bedroom haven. With the added perk of an in-unit washer and dryer, mundane tasks become a thing of simplicity. Step into the shared backyard, extending your living space into a serene retreat just outside your door.
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12 VROOM ST #1L

South facing 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo that’s fully renovated. It features a bright and open layout with plenty of natural light, a modern bathroom, kitchen, and a washer and dryer right in your unit. Located just a short distance from the Journal Square PATH station, commuting is a breeze ... [Read more]
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34 PROSPECT ST #3

Beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment in a fantastic JC Heights location, just steps from the \"100 Steps\" into Hoboken! This sunny and spacious unit features a master bedroom with an en suite bathroom, hardwood floors, a dishwasher, in-unit washer/dryer, central AC/Heat, a private terrace... [Read more]
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75 LIBERTY AVE #A13

Welcome to your new home! This charming one-bedroom apartment offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in a vibrant neighborhood. The unit features beautiful hardwood floors, large windows that fill the space with natural light, and central AC and heating to ensure year-round comfort... [Read more]
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71 NORTH ST #303

Welcome home to this spacious 2BD+Den/2BA with 1130 sq ft of living space and a PARKING spot, in an elevator building. Located directly across from Washington Park in Jersey City Heights, this home is flooded with natural light and boasts an expansive open concept living-dining-kitchen area, ha... [Read more]
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20 NEWPORT PARKWAY #2505

This newly renovated south-facing one-bedroom apartment offers stunning direct views of the Hudson River and New York City, complete with a private balcony. The home is flooded with natural light throughout the day, illuminating both the living room and bedroom. Its open-concept layout creates ... [Read more]
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332 NEWARK AVE #4A

Beautiful one-bedroom located in the heart of downtown Jersey City within the newly constructed Cornerstone Lofts. Unit features include tons of natural light, state-of-the-art appliances, sophisticated customizations, and tech enhancements that make this home above and beyond. These enhancemen... [Read more]
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Jersey City
This completely renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers modern comfort, style, and a prime location that makes it a commuter’s dream!Why You’ll Love This Home:Stylish Renovations: Featuring White Quartz countertops, elegant 5” Maple hardwood floors, and high-end stainless steel Samsu... [Read more]
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258 CLENDENNY AVE #3

Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental with a cozy kitchen awaits on the outskirts of Route 440, just 40 minutes from NYC. Enjoy convenience and comfort in this well-appointed space, perfect for a small family or professionals seeking easy access to transportation routes. Schedule your viewing t... [Read more]
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250 Ogden Ave, Jersey City

Discover the epitome of luxury in this stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 1,600 sq. ft. duplex townhouse-style condo, nestled on a peaceful, tree-lined street on the most sought after street in Jersey City Heights. With breathtaking Manhattan skyline views from the cliffside, this home seamlessly bl... [Read more]
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207 Shearwater Ct W Unit 55, Jersey City

207 Shearwater Court is a 1345 SF 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo with central AC, in-unit washer and dryer, balcony and garage parking for 1 car. Port Liberte is an amenity-rich waterfront community situated between Liberty National Golf Club and the Hudson River. Community amenities includes 2 poo... [Read more]
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Jersey City Heights
FULLY FURNISHED two-bedroom apartment nestled in the emerging Riverview Arts District in Jersey City Heights: 4 miles from NYC (Port Authority Bus Terminal) and a 15-minute walk to all that Hoboken has to offer.
The apt is in a serene building; surrounded by an eclectic set of restaurants and ... [Read more]
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300 Paterson Plank Rd Apt 1
Our family found our forever home sooner than expected and want to help our landlord find replacements for us. This apartment has a separate entrance and sprawls over 2 levels and is across the street from the 119 bus and 9th street/Congress HBLR, allows cats, comes with one parking spot and a ... [Read more]
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22 Stagg St, Jersey City

Freshly painted and spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with brand new stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher. Brand new washer and dryer. Large master bedroom with attached bathroom and built-in jacuzzi. Large dining room and living room with extra storage space. Short distance to pu... [Read more]
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