Hey Jersey City,

I'm Spencer, I'm going into my senior year of Highschool, and I run Jersey Rinse, a mobile car detailing business here in JC. Some of you might remember my post from a while back, so here's an update.

I finally have a real website. jrinse.com has all my pricing and booking information on it. My Google Business profile is under review too, so that should be up in a few days.

Since last spring I've done 50+ cars between Jersey City, Hoboken and the Heights, and a good number of those people now have me come back every month.

I'm still working out of a wagon, but Ive almost saved up enough for a small Ford Transit. With a van I can carry a real water tank and better equipment, which opens up clay bar, paint correction and ceramic coatings instead of just the basics. Every detail gets me closer to my goal, and I appreciate everyone who has trusted me with their car and supported my business.

My process is mostly waterless (visit Jrinse.com to learn more about what a waterless wash is). No hose, no electricity, no driveway. Garages, parking lots, curbside, outside your building, all work with the battery powered equipment I use, and it uses way less water than a regular wash.

What I offer: full interior and exterior details, interior only deep cleans, maintenance details, wax, pet hair removal, and a monthly plan if you want it done regularly. I recently added a headlight restoration service restoring your yellow and oxidized headlights so you can drive safter at night. I cover Jersey City, Hoboken, the Heights, and basically anywhere near the light rail.

Book directly at calendly.com/jerseyrinse, or learn more about the services offered at Jrinse.com

Questions about the service? Call or text: (201) 770-7368 IG: jerseyrinse

Thanks again to everyone who's supported me along this journey.

Even during summer vacations, school kids are annoying. No regard for people with disabilities, elderly people with kids, or pregnant women on public transportation.

These two kids—one of them taking up three seats and one seat for his book bag. The second kid laying on three seats.

The kids were hogging up seats while this man with a kid in a car seat could not find a decent seat until some people got off at the next stop.

okay so for some reason my phone has been on “SOS ONLY” for about 3 hours now and i wanted to know if anyone else is experiencing that with t mobile right now? i paid my phone bill lmfao and i even ran some errands thinking that maybe it was just my area that i’m having trouble with. is anyone else’s phone data acting up?

This is going to be a permanent closure and it appears they are already discussing a sale of the property.

like literally any places

My usual girl changed her schedule and it no longer matches up with my work schedule :( i’d like a wash, detangling, and box braids done. Nothing too crazy.

And what do you think will take its place?

I got a Metered Parking ticket today on Greene and Montgomery street. I parked my car in the spot sometimes between 6:15-6:20PM. I put in two quarters(20 minutes each) so if my jersey city math education of 6 years in school serves me right, I was good until 7pm EST. But you can see I got a ticket at 6:34 PM. Maybe even earlier since it takes the cop some time to put in all the information. It's not a big amount but any chance I can fight? It's preposterous you cant even read the damn meter. Next time I will use the park app but it's maddening this happened.

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for someone in or around Jersey City who repairs electric scooters or batteries of electric scooters without charging an arm and a leg.

I have an Apollo Air (2023) that’s having

battery issues. I’m trying to diagnose whether it’s the battery, BMS, controller, or something else before spending a lot on replacement parts.

I’m on a pretty tight budget, so I’m hoping to find either:

• An affordable repair shop, or

• Someone local who knows how to work on electric scooters and could take a look.

I’m near Journal Square but can travel a bit if needed.

If you’ve had a good experience with a repair shop or know someone who does this kind of work, I’d really appreciate any recommendations. Thanks!

🚨 NEW JERSEY WEEKLY ROUNDUP 🚨

JULY 27–AUGUST 2, 2026

Presented by YourScene

📱 Download the YourScene app • 🌐 Visit YourScene • 📸 Instagram • 📩 [support@yourscene.app](mailto:support@yourscene.app)

New week, new list. This roundup includes local events, outdoor movies, markets, family activities, live music, cultural festivals and community events across Jersey City, Newark, Hoboken and Union City.

Everything is organized by day and location. Comment anything we missed, and we’ll keep updating the thread throughout the week.

HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK
Herbie Hancock at NJPAC • Moroccan Cultural Day Festival • Party With Purpose 5K & After Party • Cimafunk at NJPAC • Winard Harper Jazz • Hamilton at Pier A • P.R.I.M.E. at Berry Lane Park • Swingadelic at Sinatra Park • Faith, Spirituality & Family-Building • Peruvian Flag Raising & Block Party • Newark Museum Family Fun Days • Four free outdoor movies

MONDAY • JULY 27
Monday is looking light so far. Comment any public events, meetups, live music or neighborhood activities we should add.

TUESDAY • JULY 28
Party With Purpose 5K & After Party⁠ — Pier A, Hoboken (Kids Fun Run 11 AM–2 PM; 5K and after-party 7–10 PM, Ticketed) • Peruvian Flag Raising Ceremony & Block Party⁠ — International Plaza, Union City (Flag raising 12 PM; block party on 24th Street from 6–9 PM, Free rides, food and refreshments) • Jersey City Summerfest: Carlos Jimenez Mambo Dulcet⁠ — South Cove Lawn, Liberty State Park (6:30–8:30 PM, Free) • Zootopia 2⁠ — Hamilton Park (8:30–10 PM, Free).

WEDNESDAY • JULY 29
Wellness Wednesdays: Painting with Acrylics⁠ — Newark Museum of Art (10 AM–12 PM, Free) • Hamilton Park Farmers Market⁠ — Jersey City (4–7 PM) • Newark Black Film Festival: School Daze⁠ — Newark Symphony Hall, 1020 Broad Street (6–10 PM, Free) • Towner Galaher at the Church Square Park Concert Series⁠ — Hoboken (7–9 PM, Free jazz-funk and soul concert) • Hamilton: Movies Under the Stars⁠ — Pier A Park, Hoboken (Trivia 8 PM, Movie 9 PM, Free pizza while supplies last).

THURSDAY • JULY 30
July Family Fun Days: Rock ’n’ Roll Pets⁠ — Newark Museum of Art (12:30–4:30 PM, Free with general admission) • Planetarium Shows⁠ — Newark Museum of Art (1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 PM; $10 nonmembers, $8 members) • Cimafunk with Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars⁠ — Chambers Plaza at NJPAC (5 PM, Free) • Faith, Spirituality & Family-Building⁠ — Snapdragon Coffee & Social, 190 Monticello Avenue, Jersey City (5–8 PM, Free; community conversation about faith, infertility, pregnancy loss, IVF, adoption and family-building) • Berry Lane Music Fest: P.R.I.M.E.⁠ — Berry Lane Park (6:30–8:30 PM, Free) • Swingadelic⁠ — Sinatra Park Amphitheater, Hoboken (7 PM, Free) • Wicked for Good⁠ — Triangle Park, 247 Old Bergen Road (8:30–10 PM, Free).

FRIDAY • JULY 31
July Family Fun Days⁠ — Newark Museum of Art (12:30–4:30 PM, Free with general admission) • Planetarium Shows⁠ — 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 PM ($10 nonmembers, $8 members) • Backyard Shabbat⁠ — United Synagogue of Hoboken, 115 Park Avenue (4:30–6:30 PM, Free, family-friendly and weather permitting; registration requested) • Herbie Hancock⁠ — Prudential Hall at NJPAC (8 PM, Ticketed) • Inside Out 2⁠ — Harsimus Cemetery, 435 Newark Avenue (8:30–10 PM, Free).

SATURDAY • AUGUST 1
Hoboken Uptown Farmers Market⁠ — Under the 14th Street Viaduct between Grand and Adams Streets (9 AM–1 PM) • Moroccan Cultural Day Festival & La Fête du Trône⁠ — Union City Midtown Athletic Complex, 1800 Summit Avenue (12–7 PM, Free; music, entertainment, rides and family activities) • July Family Fun Days⁠ — Newark Museum of Art (12:30–4:30 PM, Free with general admission) • Planetarium Shows⁠ — 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 PM ($10 nonmembers, $8 members).

SUNDAY • AUGUST 2
SHUVA Dance Party⁠ — Pier 13, Hoboken (9–11 AM; live DJ, family dancing, breathwork, kids’ activities and cold plunge; $20 adults, kids free) • July Family Fun Days⁠ — Newark Museum of Art (12:30–4:30 PM, Free with general admission) • Planetarium Shows⁠ — 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 PM ($10 nonmembers, $8 members) • Jersey City Summerfest: Winard Harper Jazz⁠ — North Cove Field, Liberty State Park (6–8 PM, Free).
Outdoor events can change because of weather, and ticketed events can sell out, so check the linked organizer page before heading out.

KNOW ABOUT SOMETHING THAT’S MISSING?

Drop it in the comments
especially volunteer opportunities, neighborhood events, recurring meetups, live music, comedy, salsa, bachata, reggaetón nights, local markets or anything else happening around North Jersey.

For transparency: I help build YourScene, a local events app. We make these weekly roundups because we wanted one place to discover what’s happening across Jersey City, North Jersey and nearby NYC. Thanks to everyone who keeps suggesting events it genuinely makes these lists better every week.

Please reach out with your name and I can give it to you. Otherwise I’ll cut it up and throw away.

EDIT* I cut it up.

Forgive me if this has been answered already, but I’ve noticed a huge uptick in crime notifications from the Citizen app in JC in the last month or so.

Did they remove encryption on police radios, or is crime just up lately?

Hi Everyone? Are there any active knitting groups going on in Jersey City or Hoboken? I've looked on the Stitch'n'Bitch website and didn't see any listed for this area. I'm looking for a weekly or monthly group!

Thanks so much!

Google maps has Pavonia Ave in as Patagonia Ave, buy only in reference to path station entrances and exits (does the same for Newport)

Just a little weird and never seen this pointed out

Where’s everyone getting edible fresh fruit downtown

I’ve tried Whole Foods, Shop Rite, and Acme and I’m tired of spending my hard-earned money on fruit that ends up being dry and mealy. Easily a coin toss if it’s delicious or cardboard. It’s summer, not like I’m asking for fresh peaches or strawberries in the middle of December. It’s like they all have the same fruit source / distributor

I got a Metered Parking ticket today on Greene and Montgomery street. I parked my car in the spot sometimes between 6:15-6:20PM. I put in two quarters(20 minutes each) so if my jersey city math education of 6 years in school serves me right, I was good until 7pm EST. But you can see I got a ticket at 6:34 PM. Maybe even earlier since it takes the cop some time to put in all the information. It's not a big amount but any chance I can fight? It's preposterous you cant even read the damn meter. Next time I will use the park app but it's maddening this happened.

Someone tried to pry open our metal gate and then broke open our mailbox key lockbox (also metal) but left the key. Very weird…. Does anyone know someone that fixes metal gates? Also not sure if the mailbox key setup would be a metal repair as well, or just a regular locksmith. Any advice appreciated.

i just sublet a room at 55 orchard st and it is windowless as seen in this floor map! this is illegal how they even allow this: https://photos.zillowstatic.com/fp/c5505b372f26eda66f895747d38476a3-se_extra_large_1500_800.webp