Morning Hoboken!

How’s everyone doing after that lengthy boil water advisory? IDK about you all but we keep approaching our water with skepticism still… thankfully we’re all clear though!

In today’s issue:

• 🍢Street food done right

• 💃Bachata!

• 🏋️‍♂️New gym in town

Let’s get into it!

HOBOKEN WEATHER

Oh we will take it!

Hoboken is about to come ALIVE this week - first full week in a while where we stay above 30s for the full week.

Enjoy the warmth!

*Weather is brought to you by The Weather Channel

WHAT’S BUZZING?

⚡️ Buzz-Worthy Happenings:

• Hoboken Black History Month Celebration . Wednesday 2/26, @ 3:30PM, @ Hoboken City Hall. Join the community for an evening of culture, history, and celebration honoring Black excellence in Hoboken. Expect inspiring speakers, performances, and more. Details here!

• Defying Trivia’s Gravity. Wednesday 2/26, @ 7pm: Think you’re the smartest one in the room? Prove it at Wicked Trivia Night, where knowledge meets cocktails and only the strongest (or wittiest) survive. Test your smarts here!

• Smart, Single, and Ready to Mingle. Wednesday 2/26, @ 7pm: If “intelligent and charming” is your dating profile vibe, the Intelligent Singles Mixer is calling at the Halifax. Skip the small talk - this crowd appreciates a good debate (or at least a solid pun).. RSVP here! ($)

• Shelf Indulgence. Thursday 2/27, @ 7pm: Bookworms, this one’s for you. Symposia Bookstore is hosting a lit(erary) event where sips and crafts collide. Get the details! ($)

• Masquerade & Mardi Gras Madness. Friday 2/28, @ 6pm: Fancy masks, jazzy vibes, and a night of revelry await at the Hoboken Public Library Mardi Gras Masquerade Fundraiser. Get ready to sip, dance, and feel très mysterious. Snag your spot! ($)

• Bachata & Chill (But Not Really). Friday 2/28, @ 7:30pm: Let’s be honest, no one actually “chills” at Bachata Night. It’s all fire moves, high-energy beats, and an excuse to break out those dance-floor spins. No partner? No worries. Join the rhythm! ($)

• LepreCon 2025 - You Can’t Escape It. Saturday 3/1, all day: Love it? Hate it? Either way, Hoboken LepreCon is happening, and resistance is futile. Suit up in green, prepare for a sea of shamrocks, and embrace the mayhem. Secure your ticket to chaos! ($)

• Comedy in a Barbershop? Yes, Really. Saturday 3/1, @ 7:30pm: Thought you only went to barbershops to get your hair cut? Not here! See the funniest comics at a BYOB evening at D&V Barbershop. Check it out! ($)

🚦 The Buzz Stop:

• Reminder that the PATH train is set to reopen this week on Tuesday, 2/25 @ 5AM! (WE DID IT)

  • Check their account here for any additional updates throughout the week

🏛 Civic Buzz

• Big changes at City Hall! Mayor Bhalla has appointed Christine Stoll as his new Chief of Staff. With a background in public service and community engagement, she’s set to tackle key city initiatives. Expect fresh leadership and a focus on keeping Hoboken moving forward. Read more here!

🏬 Local Bizz

• There’s a new cafe in town, and they promise to “transport you to Italy” with their delicacies! Meet Julietta! They have your Italian favorites lined up: creamy gelato, fresh brewed coffee, Italian sandwiches, and more. We’re eyeing up that mortadella sandwich, that’s for sure!

MAKE IT HAPPEN MONDAY

Be someone’s hero this week!

Get ready for a fun-filled night at the Elks Lodge in Hoboken on Thursday, Feb 27th from 6:30 - 9:30PM. Think appetizers, specialty drinks, a DJ, and a photo booth – all for a good cause!

This year’s annual fundraiser is celebrating the impact of our youth programs, from flag football to summer camp to travel basketball.

It’s going to be a night to remember, so come out and show some love for Hoboken’s kids and teens!

BUZZING BITES

Don’t worry - it’s “done right”

Recently opened at 514 Washington, Doneright Doner Kebab is serving up Turkish street food.

They are known for their wraps, sandwiches (specifically their “Doneright” sandwiches with different protein options ranging from chicken to lamb) and platters, and don’t forget their Turkish Baklavas!

Check out their menu here and give their IG a follow!

TINY EXPLORERS CORNER

• As winter (hopefully) makes its final rounds, head over to Lakota Wolf Preserve in Columbia, NJ! This nonprofit sanctuary offers guided tours where your family can get up close and personal with wolves, bobcats, foxes, and lynx in their natural habitats. It's an educational experience that’s both fun and impactful - perfect for young explorers. Plus, it’s a great chance to teach your little ones about wildlife preservation.

  • Book your tour and learn more here.

SELLING SUNSETS SKYLINES

Garden Street Beauty!

849 Garden St. Apt 1, Hoboken NJ, 07030

To Buy: $619,000

2 🛏️ 1 🛁 608 sq. ft

Nestled on the beautiful Garden St, with first floor access and beautiful natural lighting, coupled with an updated kitchen!

TO HOBOKEN & BEYOND

• Spark:“Keep your face always toward the sunshine- and shadows will fall behind you.” - Walt Whitman

• Gem: To compliment the new Meadow’s installation, check out this lecture by Terry Doss, a local restoration ecologist!

WHAT’S GOT US BUZZING?

• For the sunny upcoming Wednesday, join this fun run!

• These specials to get a nice tan for any of those winter vacations

• New gym alert!

YOUR LOCAL CITY DJ

For the sunnier vibes this week…

Transporting you to a boat in Capri to kick off the week.

Thanks for reading! If you liked this newsletter, share it with a friend that should check out 849 Garden St Unit 1!

See you next, Monday! Have a great sunny week :)

Hoboken Buzz Team