Wine, whiskey, beer – that’s our kind of trifecta, indeed. This week’s list of happy hours happening in the Mile Square includes wine flights {or whiskey flights}, a tap takeover, paint night, live music + much more to look forward to. Let the weekday festivities commence!
Monday – March 27
Flight Nights at Sorellina
It’s Monday, but we’re already dreaming of the weekend – luckily, wine flights at Sorellina will help speed up the process. From 4:30 – 10 PM, enjoy rotating wine flights and sample some of Sorellina’s best Italian wines {hand selected by owner Gabi Lombardi}. Additionally, from 4:30 – 6:30 PM, you can pick on oysters, Shishito peppers, Bolognese pockets + other small bites from their Aperitivo {Italian happy hour} menu – salute!
Tuesday – March 28
Paint Night at Wicked Wolf
Get your hands dirty with finger painting at Wicked Wolf this Tuesday, starting at 7:30 PM. For $35, create your own literally hand-made masterpiece {all art supplies will be provided} and score discounted food + drinks {$3 glasses of wine, craft bottles and $2 burger sliders all night}. Plus – this dandelion painting {above} is absolutely adorable, and the perfect springtime decor. For tix, email [email protected].
Wednesday – March 29
Whiskey Wednesday at The Stewed Cow
Turn Wine Wednesday into Whiskey Wednesday this week at The Stewed Cow and pair your whiskey flight with one of their many irresistible saloon bites {we love their Bourbon-glazed wings + loaded tater tots}. Not only that – happy hour from 5 – 8 PM means 1/2 price drafts and wines by the glass.
Thursday – March 30
Signature Thursday at 1 Republik
1 Republik is totally fit to quench your Thursday thirst with their Signature Thursday specials: 1/2 price signature cocktails, $6 Vodka Red Bulls, and $12 select pitchers beginning at 7 PM, so take advantage of their discounted drink specials while you also take advantage of power hour from 4 – 5 PM {$1 Miller Lite drafts + $3 Green Tea shots} and Happy Hour from 4 – 7 PM {$3/4 select drafts, $4 select wines, $4 well drinks, $5 call drinks + apps}. By the way, if you’re heading there for lunch – don’t miss out on their $10.95 lunch + beer specials {or regular $7.95 lunch special}.
Friday – March 31
New Belgium Tap Takeover at The Shepherd and The Knucklehead
Beer lovers, we’ve got your plans all figured out for this Friday at The Shep Pand this isn’t an April Fool’s joke} – their tap takeover will feature a handful of rare, exclusive, and seasonal brews for spring. Drafts include Juicy Melon IPA, Fat Tire Amber Ale, 8 Hop Pale Ale + many more – see the full lineup here.
Saturday – April 1
Brunch + Live Music at Maxwell’s Tavern
Head on over to the live music of Hoboken this Saturday for – you guessed it – another day + night of rockin’ out. Kick off your Saturday afternoon with The Friggin Fabulous Brunch Showcase hosted by Nick Ciavatta {and as always, live music + cocktail specials: $2 mimosas, $3 Bellinis, and $4 Manmosas/Bloody Marys}. To follow up, Chevonne & The Fuzz, 21 Kings, Break Out Day & Thrilldriver will take the stage at 7:30 PM {tix are $8 in advance, or $10 at the door}.
Sunday – April 2
Brunch at City Bistro
Aaaand on Sundays, we brunch – grab your pals for a brunch outing at City Bistro, and share your best weekend stories over $4 mimosas, Bellinis + Bloody Marys {as well as $10 signature brunch cocktails} until 4 PM. In addition, half-priced bottles of wine will be available after 5 PM. Yes please!
Let us know what your plans are!
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Who’s Running for Hoboken Mayor in 2025?
On Friday, January 10th, Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla announced that he is not running for re-election in 2025. Mayor Bhalla was first elected in 2017 and has served two terms as Hoboken's mayor. His decision not to seek re-election ensures an interesting mayoral race in 2025, with several City officials already expected to run. As announcements are made, we'll be keeping track of all the prospective candidates in this article. Read on to see who's running for Hoboken Mayor this November.
Disclaimer: This list is for informational purposes only. The Hoboken Girl does not endorse any mayoral candidates.
About the Election
The 2025 Hoboken Mayoral Election will take place on Tuesday, November 4th. The election will determine who will hold office in the upcoming term from 2026 - 2030. In Hoboken, the office is popularly elected in a non-partisan municipal election and held for a four-year term without term limits.
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Official 2025 Hoboken Mayoral Candidate Announcements:
Emily Jabbour
On Monday, January 13th, Emily Jabbour formally announced plans to run for Hoboken Mayor in 2025 via a press release. Emily currently serves as Councilperson-at-Large for the City of Hoboken, a position she was first elected to in 2017. She was elected to a second term in 2021 and served as the City Council President in 2023. In the press release, Emily said: "We’ve got more work to do for better schools, safer neighborhoods, improved constituent services, public transportation that works for all of us, and real transparency and accountability in how decisions get made and taxpayer money gets spent." Watch her announcement video here.
Dini Ajmani
On Thursday, Februrary 13th, Hoboken resident Dini Ajmani formally announced plans to run for Hoboken Mayor in 2025. Dini was previously the Assistant State Treasurer in Phil Murphy’s administration and worked to lower housing costs as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Treasury Department, per her campaign website. Dini also serves on the Hoboken Planning Board.
Michael Russo
Hoboken Councilman Michael Russo formerly announced plans to run for Hoboken Mayor on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025. "Hoboken is the place I was born and raised: with my friends and family, in our restaurants and parks, and at my church. I’ve gotten to know thousands of my neighbors and have had the privilege of serving them on the City Council. For the last 22 years, I’ve been elected time and time again as an independent voice for Hoboken, regardless of political infighting. I promise to be a Mayor who’s willing to work on the big picture while also listening to feedback from residents each and every day—and since my early years in politics, I’ve listened to people who love what I have to say and people who disagree. I’ve hosted countless community meetings and town halls in full rooms where people come to talk about transportation, rent increases, and everything in between. That’s given me the experience necessary to lead Hoboken forward," he said. Watch Councilman Russo's announcement video here.
Ruben Ramos
Hoboken Councilman Ruben Ramos formerly announced plans to run for Hoboken Mayor on Friday, February 21st, 2025. "As a lifelong resident, proud public school teacher, Fourth Ward Councilman, former State Assemblyman, cancer survivor, husband and father, I know what our city needs and with your help I’m ready to deliver it." Visit his website here to watch his campaign video.
Tiffanie Fisher
Hoboken Councilwoman Tiffanie Fisher confirmed with The Hoboken Girl on Monday, February 24th that she will be running for Hoboken Mayor. A formal announcement is coming soon. Councilwoman Fisher also hinted at a mayoral run via her newsletter on Sunday, February 23rd.
Other Candidates Expected to Run
In a newsletter to constituents on January 13, 2025, Tiffanie Fisher shared she is "exploring running for Mayor," as well as noting that four Council Members including herself — Councilwoman Emily Jabbour, 4th Ward Councilman Ruben Ramos, and 3rd Ward Councilman Michael Russo — are currently considering running, with Councilwoman Jabbour already announcing her run on January 13th. Councilman Russo announced his candidacy on Tuesday, February 18th.
"I am sure there will be others. Petitions to be on the ballot are due at the end of August, and the election is in November," she explained.
FYI: We'll be updating this piece weekly as more candidates enter the race.
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