Best Things to Do in Jersey City Week of 2/18

Your guide to the week's best food and drink events

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From an Eastern European wine tasting at Green Pear Heights to an art festival at Exchange Place — here’s the best of what’s happening in Jersey City this week.

Ani Ramen Soul of Sake (Tuesday)

Ani Ramen is hosting its monthly Soul of Sake dinner — a night dedicated to pairing sake, whisky, and ramen. Admission is $38/pp and includes two glasses of sake, one featured Suntory whiskey, one appetizer, and your choice of a bowl of ramen. (218 Newark Avenue)

Bearly Bingo at The Pint (Tuesday)

The Pint is debuting its weekly Bearly Bingo game night. Hosted by Jarrett Nolan, the night will include prizes, drinks, and more. Best of all — it’s free to participate. (34 Wayne Street)

Open mic night at Headroom Bar & Social (every Wednesday)

Jazz bar Headroom Bar & Social just launched a new open mic night. Every Wednesday, singers/artists/poets will take the stage for 8-minute sets. All types of artists can participate. The bar has a grand piano, bass amp, guitar amp, and drum kit. (150 Bay)

Eastern European wine social at Green Pear Heights (Thursday)

Green Pear Heights and Riverview Wine are teaming up for an Eastern European wine social. The casual event will spotlight some of the lesser known wine varieties from Hungary, Slovakia, and Slovenia. Wines will be accompanied by traditional regional bites. Admission is $40/pp. (93 Franklin)

Music and vegan eats at Plant Base (Friday)

Sustainable/vegan shop Plant Base is debuting its open mic night with host Kayt Hester. King of Hearts will feature live music, a pop-up shop, and more. Proceeds will benefit the artists and Global Coralition, a global coalition of conservationists and artists raising  awareness and support towards coral reef restoration. (370 Pacific Avenue)

Art Fair 14C kicks off at the Hyatt Regency (Friday through Sunday)

Art Fair 14C is a non-profit art festival designed to help artists and galleries showcase their work. The festival will take place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and will feature more than 50 exhibition rooms. Admission is $20/pp for a day pass or $35/pp for a weekend pass. (2 Exchange Place)

Boring Cakes’ cookie fundraiser for Liberty Humane Society

Custom order bakery Boring Cakes is throwing a fundraiser for the Liberty Humane Society. For $20, you get three cat-shaped cookies and three dog-shaped cookies. All proceeds benefit the LHS. Orders close Friday March 6 and must be picked up Thursday, March 12 at Darke Pines at 332 Second Street.