Status: Turning Hoboken into an Urban Enterprise Zone

by Carly

Tuesday December 23, 2008, 10:29 AM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowRamos thinks making Hoboken a UEZ would help many stores in town stay open, avoiding the fate of Wee Beasties and Emack & Bolio's, both of which closed this year.

A while back we wrote about how Hoboken Councilman-at-large and 33rd District Assemblyman Ruben Ramos wants to designate Hoboken an Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ). What's the current status on Ramos' plan?

If you own a business in town, you might have gotten one of these petitions. Working with the Hoboken Chamber of Commerce, Ramos' aides distributed the letters to shopkeepers in town this month, as well as distributed petitions for shoppers to sign in Hoboken stores.

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Craft fair ends today

by Tom

Sunday December 21, 2008, 12:11 PM

Okay, it's down to the wire now -- only four days left to get the Christmas shopping done. If you're not afraid to melt or get a little water splashed on you from a passing car, check out the last day of the Hoboken craft fair.

The fair is at the Hoboken Historical Museum today from noon to 5 p.m.

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About a Girl's holiday party tonight

by Carly

Friday December 19, 2008, 10:11 AM

Here's a reminder about About a Girl's holiday party today in their new location at the Monroe Arts Center.

About a Girl used to be located at Bridge Boutique, but moved to Suite E510 at the Monroe Center when Bridge abruptly closed. The studio will be open at noon today, but the party goes from 5-10 tonight -- if it doesn't get snowed out!

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Holiday party at About a Girl tomorrow

by Carly

Thursday December 18, 2008, 3:25 PM

About a Girl is having a holiday party tomorrow in their new location at the Monroe Arts Center.

About a Girl used to be located at Bridge Boutique, but moved to Suite E510 at the Monroe Center when Bridge abruptly closed. The studio will be open at noon tomorrow, but the party goes from 5-10 p.m. tomorrow, Friday, Dec. 19.

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(Do-over) Holiday bash at Solid Threads tonight

by Carly

Wednesday December 17, 2008, 11:08 AM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowSolid Threads' holiday party got rained out last week, so they're doing it again tonight. Swing by!

So, Solid Threads' holiday party got rained out last week and the Hoboken t-shirt boutique has tons of booze leftover. Not a bad middle-of-the-week announcement.

So Solid Threads will have another bash tonight, from 6 to 9 p.m. Stop by the store at 365 1st Street for exclusive sales, raffles, free holiday cocktails, milk & cookies, of course red and green Jell-O shots. Brian Carr knows how to throw a good party.

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Craft fair at Historical Museum

by Tom

Sunday December 14, 2008, 12:17 PM

The 14th Annual Holiday Craft Fair continues today at the Hoboken Historical Museum.

The fair will be open until 5 p.m.

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I like grass ... in Hoboken

by Carly

Saturday December 13, 2008, 1:09 PM

Hoboken Southwest Parks CoalitionAn "I like grass" adult t-shirt for $24.99.

These have been around for over a year now, but Hoboken Southwest Parks Coalition (yup, the people behind a proposed six-acre park in Southwest Hoboken) has these "I like grass" t-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, baby onesies, and coffee cups. And, this being Hoboken, they even have a shirt for the dog.

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Hoboken Hospitality Night is tonight

by Carly

Thursday December 11, 2008, 1:07 PM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowBattaglia's Home, photographed here in their "new" uptown location, will be participating in Hoboken Hospitality Night tonight.

Bella Ro and Solid Threads are only two Hoboken stores having holiday parties/sales tonight. Over 50 boutiques in town are also participating in the first-ever Hoboken Hospitality Night this evening.

Never mind the predicted wet weather. Bundle up and hit all the stores that will be open late tonight, from 6 to 10 p.m. Participating shops also have the option of offering discounts and goodies -- wine, hot chocolate -- to shoppers. Which stores are doing this?

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Holiday/anniversary party tonight at Bella Ro

by Carly

Thursday December 11, 2008, 12:00 PM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowBella Ro opened at 5th and Washington streets in December of last year and they're celebrating their one-year anniversary tonight.

More holiday parties at independent Hoboken stores! Women's boutique Bella Ro will celebrate their one-year anniversary/holiday soiree tonight.

Stop by the store from 6-10 this evening. Bella Ro have their holiday collection out, free gifts with every purchase, giveaways and perhaps best of all, complimentary candy cane cocktails.

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Hoboken ShopRite donates to charity

by Carly

Thursday December 11, 2008, 11:01 AM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowBuy your Italian sauces at the uptown Hoboken ShopRite this holiday season and do a good deed.

Did you know? When you buy L&S Packing Company's Paesana gourmet Italian specialty sauces at the Hoboken ShopRite, proceeds from the sale will go to help people with developmental disabilities.

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Holiday party at Solid Threads tonight

by Carly

Thursday December 11, 2008, 10:16 AM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowStop by Solid Threads tonight -- 1st and Grand Street -- for some holiday cheer.

Hey, Hoboken t-shirt lovers, stop by Solid Threads tonight for their holiday party. Solid Threads will be serving free holiday cocktails, milk & cookies, and red & green Jell-o shots -- yum!

They'll also be lots of discounts on their merchandise, plus a raffle drawing to win a tote bag filled with two of your favorite shirts.

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Shop at Club H and benefit Hudson County CASA

by Carly

Thursday December 11, 2008, 8:39 AM

Tonight is Hoboken Hospitality Night, but there's another shopping event in town going on this evening:

Hot sauce for the holidays. Hoboken Eddie's is one of the businesses participating in tonight's shopping event at Club H.

The event will feature dozens of local (Hoboken and elsewhere) merchants and artists, and will benefit Hudson County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), a non-profit that finds safe and permanent homes for children in foster care.

Among the participating shops are Hoboken Eddie's, Basil & Lizzie in Edgewater, Baskets of Distinction, The Jersey City Museum Shop, Spa H and Janet Greene Jewelry Design.

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Hoboken Hospitality Night -- tomorrow

by Carly

Wednesday December 10, 2008, 9:52 AM

Click on poster to enlarge and read.

The stores will be open late Thursday night, from 6 to 10 p.m. They have the option of offering discounts and goodies -- wine, hot chocolate -- to shoppers. Some of the stores participating are Aaraa, Anastasia's, Ciao Belly, Itty Bitties, Luxe Face and Body, Jessie James, Sweet, the newly opened Town House no. 620, among others.

And every time a person makes a purchase in one of the participating stores next Thursday, they will be entered to win a gift basket compiled with items from all the stores, stuff like gift certificates, accessories, home goods, coffee from Empire Coffee and Tea, Michael Stars t-shirts from Toots & Tallies, etc.

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Holiday fair at City Hall

by Tom

Sunday December 07, 2008, 12:49 PM

With 17 more shopping days until Christmas, there's a Holiday Craft fair in Hoboken today.

The bazaar, at City Hall, is open today until 5 p.m.

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Hoboken Holiday Craft Fair today

by Carly

Saturday December 06, 2008, 9:09 AM

Courtesy of Iona LoyolaA model shows off a shawl by Atelier Iona Loyola, one of the vendors coming to this year's Hoboken Craft Fair.

The City of Hoboken's 14th annual Holiday Crafts Fair is today!

The Craft Fair is a great place to pick up holiday gifts and will be held at City Hall this Saturday and Sunday. The fair is open today from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and tomorrow 11 to 5. If you can't make it today or tomorrow, the fair will also be next weekend, Dec. 13 and 14.

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Club H holiday shopping event

by Carly

Friday December 05, 2008, 3:15 PM

Another shopping event in Hoboken next Thursday! Between this event and next Thursday's Hoboken Hospitality Night, you could be all set for holiday shopping.

Hot sauce for the holidays. Hoboken Eddie's is one of the businesses participating in next week's shopping event at Club H.

Club H will host a Holiday Shopping Event to benefit foster children on Thursday, December 11 from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

The event will feature dozens of local (Hoboken and elsewhere) merchants and artists, will benefit Hudson County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), a non-profit that finds safe and permanent homes for children in foster care.

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Hoboken Hospitality Night -- sales for the holidays

by Carly

Friday December 05, 2008, 2:17 PM

Click on poster to enlarge and read.

The stores will be open late Thursday night, from 6 to 10 p.m. They have the option of offering discounts and goodies -- wine, hot chocolate -- to shoppers. Some of the stores participating are Aaraa, Anastasia's, Ciao Belly, Itty Bitties, Luxe Face and Body, Jessie James, Sweet, the newly opened Town House no. 620, among others.

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M. Avery book signing tonight

by Carly

Friday December 05, 2008, 1:13 PM

One of your neighbors, Megan Avery of M. Avery Designs, recently published a how-to book. In "Bag Bazaar," Avery presents 25 bags that even the most novice sewer can create.

And tonight Avery will be doing a book signing at her design studio and boutique at 266 7th Street in Hoboken. The book signing starts at 5 p.m. -- buy the book, get your signed copy and celebrate with Megan. (Hint, hint: The book might make a good holiday gift for the sewer/bag aficionado in your life.)

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Hoboken Holiday Craft Fair this weekend!

by Amy

Wednesday December 03, 2008, 10:29 AM

Courtesy of Iona LoyolaA model shows off a shawl by Atelier Iona Loyola, one of the vendors coming to this year's Hoboken Craft Fair.

The City of Hoboken's 14th Annual Holiday Crafts Fair is coming City Hall this Saturday and Sunday.

The fair includes gifts from 40 artisans selling such items as greeting cards, ornaments, pottery, stained glass, jewelry, quilts and photography.

Here are more details on the fair.

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Liquidation sale at Bridge Boutique

by Carly

Friday November 21, 2008, 12:25 PM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowBlame a struggling economy for Bridge Boutique's closing.

We heard Bridge Boutique is closing and they're having a get-rid-of-everything-in-the-joint sale today and Monday. Writes owners:

Bridge Boutique is having a final liquidation sale. EVERYTHING MUST GO! We will be selling clothes for dirt cheap along with other store fixtures like bookcases, speakers, cash rep, mannequins, mirrors and everything else. Please come out this Friday and Monday, November 21st and 24th.

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Save the date: Hoboken Holiday Craft Fair

by Amy

Wednesday November 19, 2008, 2:24 PM

Courtesy of Iona LoyolaA model shows off a shawl by Atelier Iona Loyola, one of the vendors coming to this year's Hoboken Craft Fair.

Why hit the malls when you can do your holiday shopping right in Hoboken at the City of Hoboken's 14th Annual Holiday Crafts Fair on Dec. 6 and 7?

The fair includes gifts from 40 artisans selling such items as greeting cards, ornaments, pottery, stained glass, jewelry, quilts and photography.

Here are the details:

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Hoboken Holiday Craft Fair 2008

by Carly

Thursday November 13, 2008, 1:14 PM

Hoboken designer M. Avery Designs will have her custom-made bags and purses for sale at the upcoming 2008 Holiday Crafts Fair. That's a shot from inside M. Avery's boutique and studio at 266 Seventh Street.

Yes, the nation may be plagued by economic fears and dwindling consumer confidence, but the holiday shopping season is right around the corner (or already begun).

So here's an alternative to crowded shopping malls -- the 14th annual Hoboken Holiday Craft Fair. Held yearly at Hoboken City Hall, the Craft Fair offers three floors of handcrafted gifts, such as jewelry, homemade soaps, scarves and photography. This year, the Craft Fair will be one weekend only, Saturday and Sunday Dec. 6 and 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

What's for sale?

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Wine and fashion tips at Toots & Tallie

by Carly

Tuesday October 28, 2008, 4:49 PM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowToots & Tallie is located in the old home of Anastasia's Accessories at 1006 Washington Street.

Ladies, add this to your schedule! If you're not doing anything this Thursday night, consider stopping by Toots & Tallie boutique, where they're having a happy hour from 4-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30th. In addition to wine, Toots & Tallie will also be dispensing fashion advice:

Want some ideas on how to update a piece from last year? Need some ideas on how to wear something that's been sitting in your closet? Bring it in! We'd be happy to offer some suggestions. This is a great opportunity to relax, have fun, and stretch your fashion dollar! Don't forget to tell your friends!

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Cheese Tasting in Hoboken this past Sunday

by Carly

Tuesday October 28, 2008, 2:04 PM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowPark demonstrates a technique used to enhance the cheese rind.

When this half of Hoboken Now isn't trudging through freezing cold rainwater and annoying parks department crews while they work, I actually do some fun stuff. Such as this past Sunday evening, when I went to a cheese tasting at Hoboken's The Cheese Store.

Cheese Store owner Chung Park holds these cheese tastings every month or so at his store in the Monroe Center. Usually between 10-15 people show up each time. It's kind of sophisticated; there's music playing, people bring wine, you get to try lots of yummy cheeses and feel very ... cultured. (Get it?)

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Party at Solid Threads tonight

by Carly

Thursday October 16, 2008, 9:11 AM

Solid Threads at 365 First Street (at Grand Street).

Are you a fan of Solid Threads? Then stop by their store tonight for discounted shirts, free cocktails and a live band. Tonight, Solid Threads will hold their two-year anniversary party.

From 6:30 to 10 p.m., Solid Threads will hold their first-ever fashion show, featuring a live band, exclusive discounts, plus free drinks & snacks.

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The great Hoboken clothing swap

by Carly

Saturday October 11, 2008, 3:17 PM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken NowWomen rummage through clothing in a studio at the Monroe Center today.

One woman's trash was another woman's treasure this afternoon at the Hoboken clothing swap.

Organized yearly by Hoboken's Cultural Affairs Director Geri Fallo, Hoboken women met today at the Monroe Center. The rule? Empty out your closets of old, unwanted clothes and bring 'em to the swap. Then pick through everybody else's stuff. (Hoboken Now made out like a bandit.)

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Ruben Ramos wants Hoboken to be an Urban Enterprise Zone

by Carly

Thursday October 09, 2008, 5:23 PM

Hoboken's man in Trenton, 33rd District Assemblyman Ruben Ramos would like to see part of Hoboken designated an Urban Enterprise Zone.

Amy Clark/Hoboken Now"We need to keep small businesses here in Hoboken," said Ramos.

An Urban Enterprise Zone, or UEZ, is a commercial district where the sales tax is reduced and money is funneled back into the city. It was created to stimulate economic growth in urban areas.

Here's how it would work:

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Anniversary party and fashion show at Solid Threads

by Carly

Thursday October 09, 2008, 10:35 AM

Solid Threads at 365 First Street (at Grand Street).

Do you love Hoboken-based t-shirt company Solid Threads?

Then mark your calendars for next Thursday, Oct. 16. From 6:30 to 10 p.m. Solid Threads is having a two-year store anniversary party, featuring their first-ever fashion show, a live band, exclusive discounts, free drinks & snacks, and most importantly, good times all around.

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Hoboken Farmers' Market today

by Carly

Tuesday October 07, 2008, 2:40 PM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken Now

Like it does every Tuesday, the Hoboken Farmers' Market will be open from 3-7:30 p.m. today outside the Barnes & Noble downtown. And it's one of your last chances to stock up on summer veggies, like tomatoes, eggplant, summer squash and corn.

"We dodged a bullet by not getting that frost last night," said Jeff, of Union Hill Farms in Denville. In anticipation of a freeze, Union Hill Farms picked lots of tomatoes, peppers and eggplants yesterday, which you can buy this afternoon in Hoboken.

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Spa Week in Hoboken

by Carly

Wednesday September 10, 2008, 11:00 AM

Spa Week is back in New Jersey!

Carly/Hoboken NowStep in the door and relax. Spa H, at 112 Sinatra Drive, is participating in Spa Week.

And at which spas in Hoboken can you take advantage of the deals?

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"Sales and Cocktails" tonight in Hoboken

by Carly

Thursday August 14, 2008, 9:30 AM

Here's a reminder to spend "Happy Hour" tonight with Bella Ro, Down to Earth and Jessie James, where they're organizing a shopping "Sales and Cocktails" event.

From 6-10 p.m. this evening, you're invited to stop by each of the three boutiques. At each store, there'll be discounted items (including clearance racks reduced to $10), free gifts with all purchases, a raffle to win a fall dress and best of all, refreshing summer cocktails!

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"Sales and Cocktails"

by Carly

Wednesday August 06, 2008, 10:29 AM

Bar crawls in Hoboken are nothing new. But how about a boutique crawl?

Three fantastic boutiques in Hoboken -- Bella Ro, Down to Earth and Jessie James -- are organizing a shopping "Sales and Cocktails" event next week.

On Thursday, August 14th, from 6-10 p.m., you're invited to stop by each of the three shops. At each store, there'll be discounted items, free gifts with all purchases and best of all, refreshing summer cocktails!

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Hoboken Farmers' Market

by Carly

Tuesday July 22, 2008, 3:16 PM

Carly Baldwin/Hoboken Now

Don't forget to stop by on your way home from work today and pick up some Jersey-fresh July produce!

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Miss out on getting a new iPhone? More coming to Hoboken tonight

by Amy

Monday July 14, 2008, 5:24 PM

Amy Sara Clark / Hoboken NowThe sign outside Hoboken's AT&T store on Washington Street said iPhones were sold out, but an employee says they expect more tonight.

For those of you who waited to get the new iPhone 3G only to leave empty-handed after the Hoboken store ran out over the weekend, there is good news: more phones are expected at the Washington Street store tonight, a store employee said.

Hopefully this time, the line won't be so long ...

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'Gourmet' store opens in Jersey City

by The Jersey Journal

Thursday July 10, 2008, 9:43 PM

Emily Anne EpsteinJersey City mom Caren Begun plays with 6-month-old Sarah in the new Morton Williams

Emily Anne EspteinA wide-eyed Marie Christine, left, and friend Alexandra Dettling check out the selection at the new Morton Williams

A new supermarket opened tonight in Jersey City with much fanfare, as Mayor Jerramiah Healy participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Morton Williams Fresh Marketplace at 105 River Drive in the Newport section of Jersey City is now open. The company promises the "finest quality gourmet and specialty foods," according to a press release.

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Shuttered stores on Washington Street

by Carly

Thursday July 03, 2008, 11:24 AM

Uh, not quite breaking news, but....

Carly/Hoboken Now

Hoboken isn't exactly the kind of town where you see shuttered stores. But there are two in row right on Washington Street -- Wee Beasties children's' toy store and Emack & Bolio's (soon to be a Pinkberry?), both of which closed about a month ago. And a few yards away, Lhea, skin food "restaurant" is also closed and the storefront's for rent. What gives?

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Starbucks is having trouble? Not in Hoboken

by Carly

Thursday July 03, 2008, 10:32 AM

Carly/Hoboken NowHoboken's newest Starbucks in what used to be a Fabco shoe store.

Earlier this week, Starbucks announced it would be closing 600 U.S. stores and eliminating thousands of jobs nationwide. A pricey caramel macchiato, apparently, offers little relief during a struggling economy.

But of course, you can't tell the coffee giant is having problems by looking at Hoboken. The sign's already up and workers are busy at what will be the fourth Starbucks in Hoboken, at Third and Washington streets. (And who knows if that one at Metrostop is coming -- that would make five in town.)

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Hoboken Farmers' Market today!

by Carly

Tuesday July 01, 2008, 3:38 PM

Carly/Hoboken Now

Just a little reminder that -- like they will be every Tuesday this summer -- the Hoboken Farmers' Market will be open from 3-7:30 today at the corner of Newark and Washington streets.

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Toots & Tallie's opening party tonight

by Carly

Thursday June 26, 2008, 12:58 PM

Carly/Hoboken NowThe awning might still say Anastasia's but it's now Toots & Tallie.

Come in tonight and enjoy Toots & Tallie's grand opening celebration in their new home at 10th and Washington.

Please be our guest at our grand opening celebration! We'll be offering 20% off all clothing and accessories, and will have drawings for Toots & Tallie gift certificates. Wine and other light refreshments will be served.

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Make-your-own laptop bag at M. Avery Designs

by Carly

Tuesday June 24, 2008, 12:03 PM

M. Avery Designs workshop and studio at 266 7th Street in Hoboken.

Looking for something off the beaten path to do tonight in Hoboken? And need a new laptop bag? Hoboken design studio M. Avery Designs is offering a make-your-own laptop bag (actually, a laptop sleeve) class, tonight from 7-9 p.m.; $50.

And tomorrow night, Wednesday, June 25th, M. Avery is offering a make-your-own "Sandra" handbag class (in the shape of their popular "Sandra" design), 7-9 p.m.; $50.

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Tribalhome -- still open, still awesome

by Carly

Saturday June 21, 2008, 9:30 AM

Carly/Hoboken NowTribalhome, at 722 Washington Street, is clearing out Oriental rugs and furniture to make room for new inventory.

When I swung past Tribalhome earlier this week, I noticed this big "liquidation" sign and was at first upset -- is one of my favorite stores in Hoboken going out of business?

But don't fear. The Turkish rug, houseware and lamp shop in uptown Hoboken is not going anywhere (at least for the time being). Tribalhome is getting rid of old inventory to make room for new -- take advantage of their dramatically reduced Oriental rugs.

Never shopped at Tribalhome before? Here's what the unique store has to offer.

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Hoboken's Mail Boxes Etc. closed

by Lysa

Sunday June 15, 2008, 11:37 AM

Lysa Chen/Hoboken Now

According to letters posted on the MBE windows, you can still pick up your mail through June 27 at the Hoboken Post Office at 89 River St., and if you show up before the deadline, you can arrange for mail forwarding. The letters also direct people to Jersey City's two UPS Store locations, near the Pavonia/Newport and Journal Square Path stations.

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Shop Hoboken! For Father's Day

by Carly

Saturday June 14, 2008, 4:07 PM

Carly/Hoboken Now191 printed men's shirt ($85).

You have one more day to get that Father's Day gift! And we can think of no better place to do some last-minute Father's Day shopping than Beau Brummel, the men's clothing boutique in Hoboken. And the best part? They'll be open today and tomorrow, 11-7pm.

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Shop Hoboken! For Father's Day

by Carly

Friday June 13, 2008, 11:00 AM

Carly/Hoboken NowFrom left to right: A bottle of Cakebread Cellars cabernet ($77.99), Silver Oak ($104.99) and a 2480 cabernet ($89.99).

This Father's Day, get Dad what he really wants after a long, hard work week - a drink!

You may (or may not) be surprised to know that Hoboken's Sparrow Wine & Liquor on Washington Street does a sizeable business in Father's Day gifts - from premium liquors to hundred dollar bottles of wine to wine glasses.

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Shop Hoboken! For Father's Day

by Carly

Thursday June 12, 2008, 9:46 AM

Carly/Hoboken NowStep in the door and relax. Inside Spa H at 112 Sinatra Drive.

Hoboken Now asked one of our good buddies in the Hoboken Fire Department what he'd like for a Father's Day gift - and without skipping a beat, he replied a day at the Club H spa.

So if you're looking something a little off the beaten path this Father's Day, consider one of Spa H's relaxing treatments.

Carly/Hoboken NowNeed to clean up your man? The Man Can contains soap, shaving gel, a body mitt and hand butter ($50).

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Shop Hoboken! For Father's Day

by Carly

Wednesday June 11, 2008, 9:39 AM

Carly/Hoboken NowAnastasia's Accessories at 88 Garden Street, between 1st and Newark.

For the third installment of our Father's Day shopping guide, Hoboken Now stopped by Anastasia's Accessories, now in their new home at 88 Garden Street (they used to be located uptown, in what is now Toots & Tallie.)

Think Anastasia's is just for women? Think again!

Carly/Hoboken NowFor the Dad who likes to grill: "Patio Daddy-O" is a collection of grilling and drink recipes ($14.95). "Obsessed with Baseball" is an electronic quiz book with 2,500 trivia questions all about Dad's favorite pastime ($24.95).

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Shop Hoboken! For Father's Day

by Carly

Tuesday June 10, 2008, 11:00 AM

Carly/Hoboken Now

Five days 'till Father's Day! And Hoboken Now is back with more Mile Square-gift ideas. Can Dad appreciate a fine Cohiba or Arturo Fuente? Then look no further than Hoboken Cigars, maker and seller of fine cigars at 77 River Street.

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Shop Hoboken! For Father's Day

by Craig

Monday June 09, 2008, 10:06 AM

Carly/Hoboken NowThe Clickgear Cart is one of their most popular sellers - and makes a great gift!

There's plenty of gift ideas to be found for a golfing dad at Hoboken Golf, at 125 Grand St. Owner Ian Rintel said it's not unusual for a wife or daughter to ask for gift suggestions for Father's Day. Ian is always happy to help.

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Toots & Tallie in its new home

by Carly

Sunday June 01, 2008, 9:00 AM

Carly/Hoboken NowAs of today, the new home of Toots & Tallie.

Uptown women's boutique Toots & Tallie opens shop at their new location today at 10th and Washington (the former Anastasia's, now at 88 Garden Street).

Toots & Tallie will open at 12 p.m. today and will carry the same items and designers as they did in their old location at 8th and Washington - plus, it's a bigger space!

Carly/Hoboken Now

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It has collector's item written all over it

by Carly

Friday May 30, 2008, 1:10 PM

Remember: The festival kicks off at 8:30 tonight with free screenings in Pier A park.