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Re: Speakeasy Lounge at Grove plaza

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Why do they call it Grove Square? Are they trying to de facto rename the Plaza?

Posted on: 6/18 15:28

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Re: The Dopeness

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Vigilante wrote:
I have been ignoring this thread till now. I thought Ginfi was a bad name! Jesus.

Ginfi is actually a word for one of the components of aloe that is extracted and used in cooking (not for tequila...lol)

Posted on: 6/10 22:59

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Re: The Dopeness

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Holy crow. Originally I was curious. Then I couldn't take myself seriously if I went there due to the name. Now I'm creeped out. Who shows chopped up dead bodies on a restaurant advertisement!?!?!?

Posted on: 6/9 8:11

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Re: mini cupcakes

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IMHO, Cupcake Salon is TERRIBLE. Sophie Sophia's is really great (but more expensive). I have no ties to either, that's just the opinion of my tastebuds.

Posted on: 6/4 10:57

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Re: HopsScotch

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Here's my thing: from the outside, it couldn't be less inviting. The windows are practically boarded up so you can't even tell if it's open or not.
They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but I'm guilty of doing that and nothing about it makes me want to go in.

Posted on: 5/27 18:20

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Re: Downtown Jersey City Bagpipe Guy

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I like sax guy.
I also like bagpipe guy.
And I miss recorder guy.

So what if the quality varies, it's nice to have some background music.

Posted on: 5/1 10:45

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Re: New Yoga Studio Construction Above Orale

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Tobster wrote:
so I am moving out to JC from NYC this summer and the ONE thing i was apprehensive about was....there is a lack of hot yoga in JC....and lo and behold....

please keep me updated fellow yogis!

Tobster, I know nothing about the place other than that it exists, but there is hot yoga at Sun Moon Hot Yoga on Monmouth St.

Posted on: 5/1 10:42

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Re: Possible Gun Shots Last Night Fired/Heard Around 3:35 AM

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I'm near Newark and Jersey and it sounded like it was right outside my window, but I thought it was a motorcycle. It's wasn't popping so much as revving...unless I heard something else, but it was about that time and I was jolted awake.

Posted on: 4/22 11:31

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Re: Lucky Laundromat

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Just an FYI, Lucky Laundromat again upped their prices, this time on the dryers. Just telling everyone so you take extra quarters (or expect fewer minutes) since they seem to be trying to pull it off on the DL.

Posted on: 4/20 8:58

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Re: Wireless tower to be built on top of a building on 5th Street

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heights wrote:
I have been hearing many complaints from cell phone users about the reception in the Downtown section of J.C. maybe the new antenna will provide the necessary assistance towards good quality communication. If the aesthetics of the tower is still a haunt, why not try a landline with a cord in the wall.

Posted on: 4/19 15:22

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Re: Wireless tower to be built on top of a building on 5th Street

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these antennas are already everywhere so this is nothing new. Look out your window and you'll see several, I bet. I can see at least 8 out my living room window. If you don't like them, get rid of your cell phone.

Posted on: 4/19 15:19

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Re: Longtime Empty Lot on Newark Ave

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probably depends on who decides what "productive" is.

If it's for a private landowner to build and get tenants /buyers, then the paseo would have not been productive.

If it's for a public landowner to create an outdoor space that would make the area more vibrant (and the restaurants next door have more al fresco space), than the paseo would have been productive.

I guess that's ultimately the question.

Posted on: 4/10 22:57

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Re: Longtime Empty Lot on Newark Ave

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The fire was VERY suspect - it burnt and was cleared in something like 24/48 hours - no investigation or anything. Shame because it was a lovely building. The zoning required they keep the old building and the suspicion was that the owner didn't want to keep it (wanted to building something newer and bigger) and to avoid that law it was better if it, ahem, disappeared. That's all heresay, I of course have no idea what went on behind the scenes.

I remember the City wanted to put a paseo in there with restaurants on either side opening out into the middle, for some ambiance, etc. Put windows into the sides of the buildings, etc. But Harsimus Cove Neighborhood Assoc (or more specifically, if I remember correctly, Dan Levin) put the kabosh on that. Shame, I think it would have been really cool and there are other cities that I've been to that did this and it was always really cute.

Posted on: 4/10 19:53

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Re: basement storage rules - paulus hook rent controlled - fire regulations???

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Storage in hallways, foyers, etc. is definitely a violation of fire code. (We do it in our building with the realization that sooner or later we will have to stop.)

In the basement, I would suspect it's more a matter of the landlord wanting to (a) clean things up, (b) be consistent throughout the building about all possessions being in your unit, and/or (c) fwiw, assuming there is no actual code violation, the landlord (and I'm assuming you rent) is perfectly entitled to charge a fee.

If you are actually looking to find a way to handle this in a way to benefit everyone, you may suggest to the landlord that everyone clear out the space as requested and then cages be built, and tenants who are interested pay a nominal monthly fee to use them. If storage is that important to you, I would think that this may be agreeable. (Price depends on size of cage, of course.)

I get where you're coming from - units are small and old buildings have limited (if any) closet space. I'm in the same boat 100%. But, I also get where the landlord is coming from - if a fire starts because people are keeping stuff down there (even as benign as newspapers) he's liable. If someone stumbles and falls, he's liable. And, just from an economic position, you're getting more sf then he's charging you for.

If code isn't really the issue, I hope you can all work something out!

Posted on: 4/10 19:47

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Re: Future of Newport Mall

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Actually newport is "aware" that the mall is an affront to the now-desirable Hamilton Park community. (I put that in quotes because nobody can be sure if they actually CARE.) There has been talk of modifying the garage along Marin to have it lined w/ stores.

The BJs/ShopRite, etc. area already has plans to be torn down and made urban.

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tommyc_37 wrote:
As of New Year's, I've been going on regular 2-4 mile jogs, and since Liberty State Park isn't very accessible from downtown, I've been sticking to the waterfront and throughout the neighborhoods of DTJC.

One thing that strikes me the most is how the Newport Mall, almost obnoxiously, completely cuts off the waterfront from the rest of downtown. For a pedestrian, there is no easy way to get from the Hudson River to Hamilton Park, for example. What a sin! The mall and it's behemoth parking structure are a manmade barrier.

I understand that when Newport was built, the rest of Jersey City was viewed as undesirable. But are we now stuck with the mall forever? I've lived here for 7 years and it seems to me that Jersey City sees the value in new urbanism, the focus on the pedestrian, etc etc. I wonder if there are any way to "urbanize" the existing Newport Mall? Is the mall a financial success, overall? In our lifetimes, is there a chance that the mall will be demolished in favor of smarter development?

Similarly, I think the Metro Plaza parking lot is an awful "barrier" to the waterfront. It's ironic that an open space can be a barrier, but it really is not inviting to pedestrians. There has to be a better way to integrate the wonderful neighborhoods of Downtown with the waterfront. I have heard (on this site) that there are plans to develop the Metro Plaza lot, but are they realistic?

Posted on: 4/3 19:00

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Re: Voting absentee?

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While there is a deadline for submitting your vote, there is no indication as to when the County will mail out ballots. If one is out of the country from Mid-April through Mid-May (election 5/14), is there any chance the ballot will get to them before mid-April departure?

Anyone in this situation before?

Posted on: 2/28 12:42

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Re: Voting absentee?

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thank you!

Posted on: 2/28 12:30

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Voting absentee?

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Can one vote absentee in local elections? I will be out of the country in May but definitely hope to vote in the mayoral election.

Posted on: 2/28 11:01

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Re: How to make attic bedrooms legal in duplex apartment

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From what you describe,this sounds like it would qualify as an SRO (illegal). You might want to talk to the zoning officer before you spend any money.

Posted on: 2/28 11:00

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Re: Group class schedule at World Boxing gym and fitness (downtown JC)

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thank you!
I've had an IMPOSSIBLE time getting info on this gym (apparently the internet is not their thing....)

Posted on: 2/28 10:59

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Re: Jersey City election 2013: where the race stands

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Sandra Cunningham has election signs up all over City Hall lawn this morning.

Posted on: 2/25 8:18

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Re: Kitchen Rental

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Thanks!!!! The Barrow Mansion would be idea but I'm going to call around per your reccomendations for some pricing, etc. Much appreciated, everyone!

Posted on: 1/22 10:57

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Re: Kitchen Rental

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Thanks guys. There's no way I'm using the G.C., but I appreciate the entertaining banter.

Posted on: 1/20 9:22

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Kitchen Rental

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Anyone know of a kitchen rental opportunity?

I need a LICENSED kitchen - given the A-OK by board of health.

This could be an "official" business incubator or even a church, VFW, restaurant, school, etc. who wants to make a few extra bucks on their off hours. Not many hours per week, just need a stove, electricity, and running water. Great if they have a stand mixer, otherwise I can haul mine back & forth.

I have a relatively limited budget but can work with their schedule and would be willing to commit to a few hours per month on an ongoing basis.

Posted on: 1/19 17:23

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Re: Realistic to find a studio/1BR downtown for $1,400?

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MonmouthMan, I am so envious - a washer and dryer AND backyard. Lucky dog!!!

But, in answer to the original post, yes it's realistic. I have a 1.5 BR for $1200 in Harsimus Cove. I thought I had it good till I read MonmouthMan's post!!!! :-/

Posted on: 1/19 17:18

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Re: Dan is still Dan

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This is, sadly, hysterical.
I +1 the two comments preceding mine.

Posted on: 1/2 7:45

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Re: Dogs in Laundromat

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corybraiterman wrote:

Edit: To the OP, you're complaining about the "owner's dog", too. What are you talking about? The only people in there are either the hispanic lady or the chinese couple and their daughter - and I've never seen either of them bringing in their own pet.

To answer your question, yes the Asian owners have a little toy dog. I have no idea what kind it is but it's one of those miniature things and it runs around. Also, customers do bring their dogs with them. I go to the laundromat 2x/week - generally on the weekends but not always - and I'd say 50% of the time there's at least one dog there.

Posted on: 1/2 7:42

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Dogs in Laundromat

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Does anyone know if there is any kind of code against dogs in laundromats?

I frequent Lucky Laundromat and there is almost always at least 1 dog in there (both belonging to the owners and also customers bring their pets). Personally I think it's frustrating, because I'm CLEANING my clothes and there are dogs there with their fur and "doggy smell" getting on freshly cleaned things. I have no problem with dogs, I just don't think a laundromat is where they belong.

Yes, I realize a laundromat is entirely different than a restaurant, and my complaint is more a pet peeve (haha, pun intended) than a health concern.

Any thoughts?

Posted on: 12/31 9:36

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Re: Amazon's Delivery Locker now open at Staples in Downtown Jersey City!

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this is great news- thanks for the info!

Posted on: 12/16 17:33

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Re: Astrologer or psychic

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ianmac47 wrote:
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hampark wrote:
Anyone visited an astrologer or psychic in Jersey City? I have a friend who wants to get a reading and I have no idea who is out there and who is for real.

That's easy. None of them are for real.

As for one that operates in Jersey City, there was one on Newark Avenue next to Saigon Cafe.

+1 LOL!
As for the one on Newark, what gets me every time is the several misspellings on the sandwich sign she has out front. What a joke!

Posted on: 12/14 11:47

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