This article is intended to help explain what is Black Lives Matter, why it is important, and how you can get involved. If you do not know what is going on in the world, there are protests happening for justice for George Floyd – and, more broadly, victims of racial violence everywhere. Take some time
City of Hoboken announced last night that dog runs will officially be opening up this Saturday on May 30th at 8AM. I know for many dog owners, it’s been a tough time to not have the dog runs open, but now they can go to the dog parks! There are guidelines that the City of
Meet Lily This gorgeous cowgirl is ready to find her forever home after birthing and weaning her pups! Lily was rescued from a local, municipal shelter where she came in in very, very bad shape. Lily was part of a neglect case and they soon realized she was pregnant and reached out to us.While Lily
As a Filipino-American, I proudly share my heritage and my background. Before May ends, I’d like to shine a light on a few individuals that are incredibly impactful in the community. I believe they are a great inspiration to me and are great leaders in building strong united communities. What is Asian Pacific American Heritage
There are so many great organizations that are helping the community in significant ways. It’s always my intention to use my platform as a way to raise awareness of community initiatives and inform supportive readers on how they can get more involved in these initiatives. As a Hoboken resident for 2+ years, I had never
If you didn’t know, today is Teacher Appreciation Day and I want to take this time to still give a special thanks to our teachers! This week is teacher appreciation week, so you still have time to say thank you to your {or your kid’n} teachers! If there’s a teacher you want to highlight, please
There are so many organizations working to support the community, and I’ve made a commitment to myself to use my platform to raise awareness of these important initiatives. So many are providing support to those in need and to those that have been affected by COVID-19. You may not have heard about SOTH yet, but
We all may know someone or know a friend of a friend who is on the front lines helping our communities. If you’re like me, you may have family throughout the US that are working the front lines. I wanted to create a series thanking health heroes across the US. Even though I’m based in
Let’s be real – having a pet at home means that you may have to do some extra cleaning around the house. While you are home living the #quarantinelife and maybe with your furry family member, I thought it would be fun to reach out to dog moms and ask them for their cleaning tips.
Some of us are very fortunate to have a place we can call home and feel safe in. However, there are some that may not feel safe at home – and maybe more now given everything going on. I reached out to the WomenRising team {based in New Jersey} to learn more about their resources
Disclaimer: All thoughts and opinions are my own. This post is not sponsored. With local non-essential small businesses being closed, you may not have the opportunity to go to your local hair stylist to make your look good – or even receive those valuable tips that help salvage your hair’s beauty at home. Pre-COVID, I
If you’ve been feeling the itch to help your community, there’s been an amazing group that has been formed that can use YOUR help. Local Hoboken Resident, Amy Frank Goldman, was inspired by the FLAG of Chatham and Madison and her along with a few others created FLAG of HBKN & JC. I interviewed Amy
If this quarantine period got you looking for new shows to watch, keep reading to find out some of my favorite shows to binge watch. I’m telling you that these shows are super hard to stop watching. You may just find yourself going through my list in one night! The Boys The Boys is set
All small local businesses are getting a hit from COVID-19 and the efforts to slow its spread. People have been left without jobs, but some local businesses have started to create fundraising links to help support their staff. Check out all the businesses below and consider donating to a few to help them out. You
Small and local businesses are all being impacted by the current health climate. It’s important to show some extra support to your local businesses and some businesses now offer remote/online/delivery services so you can still enjoy from the comfort of your home. If you’d like to include your business offering in the list below, please
With everything that is going on, you may feel heightened anxiety, fear, and unhappy feelings. As much as I’d like to write about how you can prevent the spread of the new virus COVID-19 – information on this is pretty much everywhere. I recommend following the CDC and the World Health Organization along with your
With today being International Women’s Day, I thought of various ways to show my support. I could share a list of businesses that I know are women-owned, but I got worried that I would end up missing a business. Believe me – I would feel really bad about it if I missed a business. Instead,
*All photos credit goes to the author* Prioritizing self-care is one of my goals for 2020, and something I’ve been trying to do is seeing a Chiropractor every week. I suffer from neck and back pain and I decided to see a Chiropractor to help relieve my pain. I see Dr. Brayton and Dr. Alvarez
I’m all about supporting local women in my community and showcasing their talents on my website! I’m so excited to have you learn more about Brianna Peguero! I met Brianna Peguero a few months ago at Shaka Bowl‘s Cancer Benefit and three year anniversary party. It was clear that she had ambition and ready to
I’m always looking for some nice happy hour deals for every single day of the week. I’m the type of person that likes to eat… A LOT…. and if I can get some nice drink specials and also enjoy a nice meal, please count me in! Are you looking for some nice happy hour deals
If you would like to recommend someone that should be featured, please email me at Kimberleybuenoschonig@gmail.com A new series I’m doing is featuring people who are making positive impacts in our community. We are the ones living and breathing in our community, and of course it makes sense for everyone to work towards improving our
Let’s be real – sometimes you may feel like you need to spice date night up with some fun activities. Check out a few things that you can do with your partner below! Ballroom Dancing If you and your partner are open minded, try out their group dance classes! It can be super casual, beginners
*All opinions are my own. Photos included in this post was taken by the author. If you’d like a review of your restaurant, please send an email to kimberleybuenoschonig@gmail.com. About The Boil Cajun Style Fresh Seafood Boil in a friendly environment. Our food speaks for itself. Seafood is ordered by the lb with your choice
A personal favorite spot for self care is this amazing sauna in Jersey City called SW3AT Sauna Studio! Prior to ever using a sauna, my knowledge of all the benefits that come with sauna usage was pretty close to none. But after our first session here, Tom and I have been obsessed! Read more to
*All opinions are my own. Photos included in this post was taken by the author. If you’d like a review of your restaurant, please send an email to kimberleybuenoschonig@gmail.com. About Lokal Eatery & Bar Lokal is a culinary hub for Jersey City’s global culture. Communal in nature, Lokal showcases locally sourced ingredients transformed into worldwide
As a small business owner, I understand the late nights and early mornings searching for resources that can help further develop my business. Every little bit helps and I wanted to share my insight and help others that are looking to build their business in Hudson County, New Jersey. I’ve compiled a list of resources
When I heard about this BaconFest happening in Jersey City, Tom and I knew we had to check it out. Read more to learn about what our experience and what to expect! Zeppelin Hall BaconFest happens at Zeppelin Hall located in Jersey City and this year it ends on January 26th. Zeppelin Hall Biergarten is
If you’re a local or a tourist looking for some good food spots in Hoboken, then this list is for you. I absolutely LOVE food so much and I am more inclined to go back to a place over and over again if I love it and will usually never return if I couldn’t swallow
I wouldn’t call myself a coffee expert. I am not super particular about coffee, but I will always remember when I get a bad cup of coffee. These are just some of my favorite coffee Spots in Hoboken! The list below is not in any particular order, but you should definitely check out all these
Lately, I’ve been replacing Netflix with Youtube and have been playing videos that inspire productivity and organization and honestly, I feel like it is it a small thing that makes a big difference in my life. You are what you consume Kimberley Bueno-Schonig I’ve come up with this mental mantra of ‘you are what you
Each year in New York City, people gather together in Times Square to celebrate the New Year. You may have seen the crowd on TV because let’s be real – most of you are home, cozy in your pajamas watching all the awesome performances. You may be wondering, how can I do that? Well. Let
The holidays is a very popular time of year to gain a new family member and, honestly, I do think it’s a great idea! For some, it’s easier to purchase a pet then it is to adopt, so this is my attempt to encourage those that are thinking of getting a pet to adopt by
The holidays are just around the corner and if you’re looking for a last minute gift for a special someone, yourself, or even a house gift for a holiday party – definitely check out these boutiques! You are sure to find something for everyone, or even yourself! It is also great knowing that by shopping
If you are a pet lover like myself, then this list is for you! Check out all the spots down below if you’re thinking of getting yourself a pet-related home good or a gift for your favorite furry friend. Some of the shops below are online and some are brick-and-mortar and no, I was not
I get questions about what it’s like to be entrepreneur and what steps one should take if they want to start a business. I personally believe that not everyone can be a business owner, but I do believe that if you have the will, heart, and passion – you can build your own business and
Tom and I spent about 72 hours in New Orleans one weekend and it was absolutely amazing! We’d like to go back and do some more exploring, but I figured I’d write out all the places, shops, and foods that I think you should check out if you ever find yourself visiting New Orleans! *All
If you haven’t had Korean Barbecue [a.k.a KBBQ] – you are missing out! Keep reading to find out more about my top places you should try when you’re craving Korean Barbecue or if you’re looking to try it! If you aren’t familiar with the history of this type of cuisine – here’s the highlight. According
Hi there! Welcome to my first post! Hope you enjoy reading these random facts about me! I figured this would be a good first post for you to get to know me a little bit better! If you can relate to any of the random facts below, be sure to let me know down in