Morning, Hoboken!

Hope you all have something fun planned for the long weekend thanks to Martin Luther King Jr! We also have MLK to thank for suspended street cleaning on Monday.

Speaking of MLK Day, we have a few changes to the newsletter schedule:

• Expect the Buzz next Tuesday in observance of the holiday on Monday, and then again once a week on Monday’s moving forward.

• We’ll be jam packing our Monday send with the week and weekend’s activities instead of on Friday’s, so you can have everything at the start of your week.

Without further ado, here’s what we have for ya in today’s edition:

• 🍗 Chicken wing chicken wing

• 🍫A different kind of crawl

• 🌾Meadows, Marshes, Museums

Let’s get into it!

HOBOKEN WEATHER

Enjoy this sunny Friday now before the weekend

We’re looking at a beautiful sunny Winter Friday today! However, the rest of the weekend brings some clouds, a lil rain, and maybeeee a little snow on Sunday. Perhaps its a Sunday Funday Snowday?

*Weather is brought to you by The Weather Channel

WHAT’S BUZZING?

⚡️ Buzz-Worthy Happenings:

• Hoboken continues to be comedy central. Tonight, 1/17 @ 8pm: Need a good chuckle? Matt Pena Comedy is hosting a night of stand-up at Symposi-Ha in Hoboken. Get tickets here. ($)

• Shake It Up, Hoboken. Tuesday, 1/21 @ 7pm: Little Bar is hosting a Clase Azul Tequila Cocktail Class + Tasting. Learn the art of crafting the perfect cocktail while sipping on some premium tequila. Details here. ($)

• It’s a Foodie Free-For-All! W/o 1/27 - 2/7: We’re getting ahead of ourselves with this one, but we advise to mark your calendars now and plan ahead! Hudson Restaurant Week is back! Check out participating restaurants & specials here. ($)

🚦 The Buzz Stop:

• Still curious about what’s going on with our dear friend PATH? The Port Authority is hosting a webinar with all the latest updates on 1/21 @ 6PM. Sign up here!

• Don’t let detours catch you off guard! Check out Hoboken’s dedicated Construction Updates page for details on closures, traffic shifts, and ongoing projects.

🏛 Civic Buzz

• Maritime Magic Coming to Hoboken: The City of Hoboken has unveiled exciting plans for the new Maritime Park, promising a waterfront haven for recreation, education, and community connection. Dive into the details and get involved in shaping this project by checking out the official hub here (with details on the community meeting being held on Thurs. 1/23)

🏬 Local Bizz

• Looking to hit refresh on your skincare routine in 2025? We welcome a new med spa to town: Hello Skin Med Spa is here to give your skin the VIP treatment it deserves. Whether you're seeking rejuvenation, relaxation, or a little post-holiday glow-up, they’ve got you covered. Check out their IG for some fun January promos to treat yourself!

BUZZING BITES

Wings will forever be the irreplaceable football side

Thanks to @hobokenhappyhours for sharing this resource detailing the best wing specials in Hoboken! While most of these deals are for during the week, these are many of the places you can check out this weekend if you want to order wings for the big game(s).

In case you need some help choosing, here’s our top 3 favorites from this list:

1. Johnny Pepperoni Garlic Parm - not on the list, but a great one nonetheless

2. 8th St Tav - always has a great flavor - feel like they put a little old bay in the way they are seasoned?

3. 10th & Willow - classic, can’t go wrong!

Regardless of who you’re rooting for this weekend, we know that we can all root for wings together, forever & always. ❤️ (but… Go Birds😏)

TINY EXPLORERS CORNER

A sweet adventure for the whole family to enjoy!

Looking for a fun (and tasty) family outing? Gather the kids and hit up Hoboken’s best spots for a Hot Chocolate Crawl! Here's your map to a chocolate-filled journey (thanks to Hoboken families for this recommendation!) 🍫

• Choc O Pain – Start your crawl at this cozy French bakery for a rich, velvety hot chocolate that will transport you straight to Paris. Find it here.

• The Hive – Next up, swing by The Hive for a hot chocolate experience that’s as sweet as the vibe. Find it here.

• Dolce & Salato – Indulge in creamy, dreamy hot chocolate at this Italian gem. It’s the perfect mid-stop treat! Find it here.

• Mojo Coffee – Take a coffee break with their signature hot chocolate, packed with flavor and warmth. Find it here.

• Thomas Ice Cream Cafe – After a few stops, treat your little ones to an ice cream and hot chocolate combo at this beloved spot. Find it here.

• Jefferson's Coffee – A perfect stop for those who want to enjoy a cozy corner with a hot drink and relax. Find it here.

• Yuki's Coffee & Bakery – Wrap up your sweet adventure at Yuki’s, where the hot chocolate is always on point but the treats are even better 🙂 . Find it here.

If you try out the crawl this weekend on the potential snow day this Sunday, let us know how it goes! Take a pic and post it on your Instagram story and tag @hoboken_buzz! ☕️

SELLING SUNSETS SKYLINES

This just in!

214 8th St, Hoboken NJ, 07030

To Buy: $1,699,000

3 🛏️ 2 🛁 - sq ft

Not even a full day on the market yet, this place is gonna go fast. Super cute (more affordable for a brownstone), in a perfect location. Looks very spacious, newly remodeled, plus a spacious rooftop deck for hanging and hosting!

TO HOBOKEN & BEYOND

• Spark: “In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count, it’s the life in your years.” - Abraham Lincoln

• Gem: We usually talk about some sort of history here, but history is coming to life in Hoboken with “The Hoboken Meadows” exhibit coming to 1301 Hudson St. starting on January 26th!

  • This will be a free exhibit that explores how Hoboken’s western salt marsh was changed to an industrial hub. There’ll be maps, paintings and photos to explore, all jam packed into a free admission ticket!

WHAT’S GOT US BUZZING?

• This from The Nuts Factory

• A HydraFacial to keep skin glowing in the winter

• The hummus here!

YOUR LOCAL CITY DJ

Throwing it back to some ABBA

It’s sunny. It’s Friday. Why not?

Thanks for reading! If you liked this newsletter, share it with a friend that you want to check out the new Meadows exhibit with!

See you on Tuesday, and Happy MLK Weekend!

Hoboken Buzz Team