Northern Soul is a Hoboken bar that’s been a staple for over 17 years — located at a few locations in Hoboken. Most recently, the beloved bar moved seven years ago to The Sky Club in Hoboken at 700 1st Street Hoboken in a space complete with TVs, a pool table, and patio seating (as well as snow globe ‘Soul Shacks’ setups during the pandemic, iykyk). On Friday, May 10th, Northern Soul announced on its Instagram that it would be forced to close for several months due to construction at The Sky Club, and completely remove its front patio.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Northern Soul owners shared the following:
** ANNOUNCEMENT **
You’d think we’d be used to these after the last 17 years but here we go again … We have been told by our building MGMT that they need to do emergency repairs to the driveway, facade and footpaths of the SkyClub. We have been instructed to remove our patio by June 1st, as of today there is no official plan in place to provide the restaurant with proper egress, essentially we will be forced to close our doors while the construction is completed.
We have been working diligently for the last few weeks with both the building and landlord to avoid closing, we tried every avenue we could think of but there doesn’t seem to be a way around this. We held off on this announcement for as long as possible to see if a solution would present itself, but with only 3 weeks left until the end of the month, we cannot morally continue ‘business as usual’ not knowing what the place will even look like next month. Obviously our main concern right now is our staff and customers, we will be reaching out to anybody that has parties booked with us to try and accommodate them as best as possible.
The SkyClub has been a great location the past 7 years, our commitment to serving the 4th ward has never been stronger, we carved out our own little niche back here. Obviously a business closing and then trying to reopen costs a lot of money, we’re told the project should be completed in ‘around’ 4 months, as of right now our insurance company has denied our claim for business interruption.
This puts us in a very difficult position, the business cannot afford to take on anymore debt. We’ve fought through our fair share of battles over the years, hurricanes, unlawful evictions, pandemics, you name it, we’ve got the t-shirt!
It’s been a rollercoaster since we found out, nothing about any of this has been straightforward, one way or another we hope to be back in business as soon as possible. In the meantime we will do our best to update everyone, we still have at least 3 weeks left at 700 1st Street and a ton of alcohol to drink so don’t be a stranger We wanna thank everyone for the continued support, it’s sincerely appreciated!
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Immediately, responses from devastated patrons noted that they would come together in support to help keep the bar open.
“Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. I live in the building, happy to voice our concern to the board/management company. I’m sure a lot of residents in the Sky Club would help too!” one Instagram follower shared on the post.
Another local Jersey City resident posted, “This is awful news but as a vegan in the Heights, I love all of the comments asking you guys to relocate here. You’d be a very welcome addition to our neighborhood!” Many others chimed in in agreement.
Northern Soul has become a go-to spot for both a friendly neighborhood bar in SouthWest Hoboken as well as a food spot known for its vegan eats — including Hungry Like the Wolf, the vegan pizza delivery pop-up within its kitchen. (PS: If you haven’t tried the pizza — get to it!)
^ Vegan pizza from Hungry Like the Wolf
It also has some noteworthy menu options loved by locals for both in-house ordering and delivery, including Beyond meatloaf, and cauliflower wings (buffalo or sweet chili are both incredible, if we do say so ourselves).
^ The cauliflower wings are a must
The space has just a few days left as it stands now from the announcement, so make sure to add a visit or delivery from NS into your upcoming food rotation. And if you’re dining in, the espresso martini is a MUST. More details and the full menu can be found here.
We’ve reached out to Northern Soul ownership via email and DM, and will update the story with further details when available.
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20 Groups + Clubs to Join in Hoboken and Jersey City
Making new friends in a new city or even a city that you’ve lived in for years can be challenging. But, having a hobby and being around others with similar interests can break the walls down. Whether it’s an old pastime or a way to break into something new, clubs create community over a shared activity. From book clubs to board games, Hoboken and Jersey City have something for everyone. Read on to learn more about groups clubs in the Hoboken and Jersey City area, and maybe give a few a shot.
Book Clubs
Adult Book Club Jersey City Public Library | 326 8th Street, Jersey City
The third Monday of the month is reserved for the Adult Book Club at the Pavonia Branch of the Jersey City Public Library. Registration is required and the club is open to those aged 19 and up.
The Book Lovers Club | Little City Books, 100 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken
Readers can join Little City monthly from 6:30PM-8PM for a conversation on the month’s chosen book. Members can register to be part of the conversation online. Little City’s website shares the chosen book of the month and the date.
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Books, Brunches, + Booze | Multiple Locations, Jersey City
This national book and social club has a chapter right here in Jersey City. The members-only club is more than just a book club, it’s a way to build community and connect with others with similar interests. Yearly memberships are $60 and unlock access to events.
Completely Booked Book Club | Virtual
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Completely Booked Book Club is a monthly, virtual book club that meets on the last Tuesday of the month from 7PM-8PM via Zoom. While the book club is open to members from across the country, with a few international members, most who join are from the Hudson County area. One book is read each month and the author is on live for the conversation at every meeting.
Hoboken Public Library Mystery Book Club | 500 Park Avenue, Hoboken
Since 2018, the Hoboken Public Library Mystery Book Club has been meeting. Join the group on the second Tuesday of the month at 4:30PM. The next month’s book will be revealed at the end of the current conversation.
Hoboken Public Library Romance Book Club | 500 Park Avenue, Hoboken
Calling all romance book lovers for this one. Reading books that center romance or often deemed as ‘chick lit,’ this book club discusses all things love. The group meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 4PM.
Hoboken Public Library What’s New Book Club | 500 Park Avenue, Hoboken
Stay in the know of the latest and greatest books hitting the shelves with this book club. On the last Wednesday of the month, book lovers gather to chat about a new release.
Jersey City Book Club Babes | Multiple Locations, Jersey City
An easy-to-join book club that is open to all is exactly the vibe that can be felt with Jersey City Book Club Babes. Each month a different book and theme is picked for members to participate. There is a small fee involved with the book club, so be sure to purchase before hearing to a meeting.
Jersey City Cook Book Club | Multiple Locations, Jersey City
A new addition to book clubs in Jersey City is the Cook Book Club. Members gather monthly and are open to all ages. Volunteers can host the next meeting and will get to choose which book the food and conversation will be based on. Over the last few months, the group has explored all types of cuisines from Egyptian, Mexican, Tapas, and more. Learn more by reaching out to Destiny Anaze Rodriguez on Facebook.
Jersey City Moms Book Club | 29 McWilliams Place, Jersey City
This is a meet-up for moms to discuss a book of the month. The host location, Word Bookstore Jersey City, gives 10% off the book club choice for readers to take advantage of.
Reading Rhythms | Multiple Locations, Jersey City
“Not a book club. A reading party” is the tagline attached to Reading Rhythms. This organization that was born in NYC has now made its way across the Hudson and its gathering for book lovers of all kinds. Join in on one event or for all.
Symposia Book Club | 510 Washington Street, Hoboken
Symposia Bookstore hosts regular book club meetings. This gem in Hoboken is known for its donated books at a low rate. Book club meetings and the book are announced on the store’s website.
Social Clubs
Hive Athletic | Multiple Locations, Hoboken
More than just a way to play sports, Hive Athletic is a community built for social sports enthusiasts. Hive Athletic is a way to make friends, get in a workout, and even give back to the community. Sports available range from kickball to flag football, baseball to cornhole.
Hoboken Board Games Meetups | Multiple Locations, Hoboken
This is a way to spend a Friday night with other game lovers in Hoboken. Every Friday, board game lovers in Hoboken meet up for friendly competition. Organizers ask that all joining be open to teaching beginners the ropes and have a good time.
Hoboken Ski Club | Multiple Locations, Hoboken
Photo Credit: Hoboken Ski Club
Hoboken’s ski club is comprised of mostly members in their 20s/30s who “think snow” all the time. a robust schedule is put together each year for ski lovers to travel together and hit the slopes. Even in the warmer months, the ski club meets regularly to garner community.
Hoboken Social Club | Multiple Locations, Hoboken
As its name suggests, the Hoboken Social Club is full of new activities and ways to get out of the house and be ‘social’. From golf nights to pottery nights to trivia nights, this club has something for everyone. New events are posted monthly on the club’s Instagram page.
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Sober Curious Community | Virtual, Hoboken
A new group to Hoboken, the Sober Curious Community is a group navigating the sometimes difficult social scene that revolves around drinking and smoking. The group meets via Zoom every Wednesday to bounce ideas off each other on navigating, being sober curious, and reflecting on experiences together.
Victory Point | 112 Brunswick Street, Jersey City
Board game enthusiasts, this one’s for you. Victory Point in Jersey City hosts regular meetups with all types of games for everyone to play. Either bring your own board game club for a private event or join in on the daily meetups.
