Curator
Chelsea
I’m a feminist activist, aspiring yogi, and lover of people & community. I believe a better world is possible – and I fight like hell every day to make it a reality.
Team Affiliation
The champs – NY Liberty
City
Newark, NJ
aka Brick City – blickity Black, just minutes from NYC and yet unapologetically Jersey.
A city of soul and grit.
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CHELSEA’s BRICK CITY RECS
The W - Hoboken
Hotel
📌 Located In Hoboken, New Jersey (8.4mi from Prudential Center)You can never go wrong with a W hotel. If you’re hoping to stay somewhere a bit closer to NYC, and down to splurge a bit, check out the W Hoboken. Jersey location, NYC views. Short walk to the train taking you to NY or Newark.
Defining Feature: City Views + Sushi Speakeasy In The Lobby
Good For: Pair
Tempo: Moderate
Price: $$
The Yard
Restaurant
📌 Located In Downtown (0.5mi from Prudential Center)Black owned, chill spot in the park, good simple eats.
Defining Feature: Shrimp burger. Live music on special nights.
Good For: Small Group
Tempo: Chill
Price: $$
Sihana Cafe
Restaurant
📌 Located In Ironbound (0.5mi from Prudential Center)Perfect chill neighborhood coffee & brunch spot. The type of place where you can kick back, relax, and get cozy in. Hangovers🤝Sihana
Defining Feature: Decor + Vibes
Good For: Small Group
Tempo: Chill
Price: $
Little Tijuana
Restaurant
📌 Located In Ironbound (0.8mi from Prudential Center)Skip the food (or just don’t have too high of expectations), go for the drinks, music, and vibes.
Defining Feature: Margaritas
Good For: Small Group
Tempo: Upbeat
Price: $$
Newark Museum of Art
Attraction
📌 Located In Arts & Education District (0.8mi from Prudential Center)The Newark Museum of Art is somewhat of a hidden gem in my opinion. From the outside it looks relatively small, but it’s actually huge. In fact, it’s the largest museum in all of NJ. They have an amazing global art collection, a planetarium, and the kindest, most passionate staff. Plus a bunch of community events (some free) for all ages.
Defining Feature: The Ballantine House
Good For: Solo + Pair
Tempo: Chill
Price: $
Sports Illustrated Stadium (formerly Red Bull Stadium)
Attraction
📌 Located In Harrison (1.4mi from Prudential Center; across the water from downtown Newark)Everyone watches women’s sports – and men’s sports sometimes too, I guess. Sports Illustrated Stadium is home to both the men’s NY Red Bulls and women’s NJ/NY Gotham FC. As someone who wasn’t a big fan of soccer, it’s pretty cool to be so close to a stadium and cheer on the home team. Tickets are usually very cheap and it’s a fun, new experience for many – young and old. Plus it’s just steps from the PATH train and has reasonable parking fees.
Defining Feature: Amazing seats and views for affordable prices
Good For: Solo + Pair + Small Group + Large Group
Tempo: Moderate
Price: $
Halsey Street
Retail
📌 Located In Downtown (0.4mi from Prudential Center)It’s giving Bed-Stuy’s Tompkins Ave before the transplants took over. Lots of small businesses and hidden gems. The area is rapidly growing and new things are popping up every day – and at least for now, the charm is still there.
Defining Feature: Annual Halsey Festival
Good For: Solo + Pair + Small Group + Large Group
Tempo: Chill
Price: $$