Up South International Book Festival Official website Second Annual Harlem Open Artists Studio Tour Official website Little Red Lighthouse Festival and the Harlem River Festival More info. Black Style Now Exhibit at the Museum of New York Official Website Athletes for Charity Bowl Fundraiser at Harlem Lanes Official website A full schedule of events is… [Read more…]
August 30, 2006 by D. Bell
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Broadcasting from the campus of CCNY, Harlem’s radio station WHCR has a great program line up on Monday nights: The Harlem Real Estate Review comes on from 6:30-7:00 p.m. followed by Technocolor hosted by Martin Lawrence Johnson about everything that has to do with technology. Visit his new blog that offers useful links (including one… [Read more…]
August 30, 2006 by D. Bell
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-Students move into the new City College dorms [NY Times] -Plan B is popular in Harlem [NY Times] -The myth of “no real bargains left in Harlem”? [NY Sun] -Tour Harlem in a stretch Hummer face-to-face with established and up-and-coming hip-hop artists and cross the velvet red ropes, VIP style. [RNN]
Verizon Wireless has expanded its coverage to serve Central Harlem better with one of four new cell sites, along Lenox, Seventh and Eighth avenues between W. 129th and W. 123rd streets. “Verizon Wireless invested $2 billion to enhance its New York Metro area network and more than $30 billion across the nation in the past… [Read more…]
August 29, 2006 by D. Bell
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We first knew that Harlem was in trouble when the short lived Disney Store appeared in the brand new Harlem USA complex a few years back. Now another rodent is sniffing around planning to take Mickey’s place along the 125th Street corridor. Seemly on the heels of our recent discussion of the new Chuck E.… [Read more…]
August 28, 2006 by D. Bell
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The Jazz Museum in Harlem 104 East 126th Street New York, NY 10035 212 348-8300 http://www.jazzmuseuminharlem.org/ THE JAZZ MUSEUM IN HARLEM ANNOUNCES FREE JAZZ COURSES: JAZZ FOR CURIOUS LISTENERS The Jazz Museum in Harlem proudly announces its new, free jazz course, JAZZ FOR CURIOUS LISTENERS. Classes will be held at the Museum’s offices (104 East… [Read more…]
If you think your landlord is a slumlord then you need to meet the residents of 22 Mount Morris Park West. Their elevator has been broken for the past year and a half resulting in senior citizens on walkers having to cross a rooftop to get to an elevator in a neighboring building for elevator… [Read more…]
August 27, 2006 by D. Bell
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The New York Times has offered a list of restaurants in West Harlem. They have listed 5 that offer different flavors and experiences. Caffe Swish El Toro Partido Pier 2110 River Room Toast Do you have a favorite restaurant in Harlem that is often overlooked? Tell us about it. For the WaHi crowd or those… [Read more…]
August 26, 2006 by D. Bell
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Don’t miss out…new designs and lower prices. Take advantage before the sale ends! Visit the STORE link at the top of the page.
He is considered a superstar…to the under 10 set. We are talking about the king of kiddie bling, Chuck E. Cheese. Greasy Guide [website] has discovered that the royal rodent of fun, games and pizza is moving into Harlem. At press time Mr. Cheese and his people weren’t returning calls. We’ll keep you posted as… [Read more…]
August 25, 2006 by D. Bell
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It seems that maps are the hottest new trend on the internet. Mapquest was the tip of the iceberg, followed by yahoomaps, googlemaps and now all kinds of mapping sites are being developed. One of the most helpful mapping tools that I use regularly is hopstop.com. Although there are other subway map… [Read more…]
August 24, 2006 by D. Bell
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This weekend’s top picks: -Oldies R&B Dance Party @ Nubian Heritage sponsored by WHCR 90.3 FM The Voice of Harlem. Admission $20 which includes free food, drinks and entertainment. 8pm to 2 am -Riverside Family Film Festival -14th Annual Jazz at the Mansion -Closing weekend of the Imagenation Harlem Week Film Festival -Sunday Jazz for… [Read more…]
I’ve noticed that a lot of readers have landed on this site as result of searching for A Taste of Harlem. While I think that it is a wonderful thing that Harlem has a festival like A Taste of Harlem, I am a little dishearten that it only includes 12 restaurants. My concern is that… [Read more…]
August 24, 2006 by D. Bell
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Uptown Fridays! Music, Cocktails, & Culture Friday, August 25, 7-11pm Hoofers’ House 7-8:30 pm (rain date: Friday, September 1, 2006) DJ: Rich Medina: Jump + Funk For more info on Rich Medina please visit www.richmedina.com Cocktails provided by Bombay Sapphire (21 and over to drink) If you’re looking for a place to stand around, then… [Read more…]
August 23, 2006 by D. Bell
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If you like to write Associated Content is a great way to start building a portfolio of work and get paid doing it. Are you an expert in a topic? A.C. is looking for you. I am a writer on their site and I promise you that it is a legit company. Associated Content is… [Read more…]
August 23, 2006 by D. Bell
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Updated 8/24/06 -Order food from your cell phone using a new service called Go Mobo [via AMNY] -Keep track of the events we post here. Use the new Google calendar [via MUG] -Take your computer to the park and read UPTOWN flavor! Free Wi-Fi comes to Central Park. Source: AMNY -Chowhound fave, Rack & Soul… [Read more…]
August 23, 2006 by D. Bell
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The phrase “everything old is new again” is becoming cliche when describing Harlem, yet it seems to fit so well with the “new renaissance” mindset that people have about the diversifying neighborhood. Recently Harlem has been the focus of positive press in places as far as London and Scotland. The travel section of the Pittsburgh… [Read more…]
August 23, 2006 by D. Bell
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Aaron Davis Hall is now known as Harlem Stage at The Gatehouse. The facility will not only be sporting a new name but they will also relocate across Convent Avenue into the formerly vacant, newly renovated space known as The Gatehouse. The Gatehouse, located at 150 Convent Avenue on the southwest corner of Convent and… [Read more…]
August 23, 2006 by D. Bell
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This weekend marks the 14th Annual Jazz at the Mansion presented by Parlor Entertainment. Duke Ellington said that the Morris-Jumel Mansion was the crown at the top of Sugar Hill, a neighborhood famous for its illustrious Harlem Renaissance residents, many of whom were key players in the world of jazz music. Well, we haven’t forgotten… [Read more…]
August 21, 2006 by D. Bell
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Wondering what’s cool this week? Well, here is the scoop! -Tribute to Duke Ellington at 106th Street btwn. CPW and Manhattan Ave. For details visit: Welcome to Harlem. -Harlem Businesswomen Speak. For details go here [uptownflavor.com] -ImageNation’s Film and Music Festival. For more screening locations and times visit imagenation.us -Actor and singer, Keith David will… [Read more…]
August 20, 2006 by D. Bell
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The Harlem-born Keith David, actor, singer, poet and award-winning voice-over artist, celebrates Harlem, in a week-long series of events that will take place on August 22nd through August 27th, at various venues in Harlem. Tuesday, August 22nd, the actor will be celebrating the diversity of Harlem in the program, Keith David Welcomes the Caribbean to… [Read more…]
August 20, 2006 by reefinyateef
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Big Apple Jazz Boutique and EZ’s Woodshed Cafe 2236 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd. (Seventh Ave) Between West 131 and 132nd Streets Tel. (212) 283-JAZZ (5299) BigAppleJazz.com B, C / 2, 3 Trains to 135th or the M2 bus stops right in front Big Apple Jazz is a nice, cozy area tucked away on… [Read more…]
-Sugarhill Java and Tea Room has finally launched a webpage! Sugarhill Java and Tea [website] *Wi-Fi is available* -Readers looking for places to eat in Washington Heights and Inwood have a new online tool called Menuspark.com. It is currently in beta but once it is up and running will be a welcome alternative to menupages.com… [Read more…]
August 20, 2006 by D. Bell
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Sunday, August 20 at 3:00 PM Riverside Theatre & ArtMattan Productions featuring Kirikou & The Sorceress France, 1998, 70 min, animated feature for children of all ages, English, Michel Ocelot, dir. Winner Grand Prize for best animated feature, International Festival of Animated Film in Annecy, France; First Prize from both children and adult juries, Chicago… [Read more…]
If you think that dancing is kids stuff then you haven’t met renowned dancer Bill T. Jones. Tomorrow, August 19th, Jones will be at Hue-Man bookstore signing his book simply titled Dance. The book is for children of all ages and features Bill’s signature twists, twirls, shapes and curves. The book signing will take place… [Read more…]
August 18, 2006 by D. Bell
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This coming weekend is Harlem Week and there will be plenty to do all around Harlem. Visit the Official Harlem Week Guide for specific dates, locations and times. Here is a general rundown of events: On August 19th, and 20th, HARLEM WEEK invites everyone to take part in one of New York City’s most exciting… [Read more…]
August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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Following up on our previous posts about sophisticated shops and boutiques sprinkled throughout Harlem, CBS has aired a segment titled “Uptown is the New Downtown for Harlem Shopping.” The CBS segment featured upscale boutiques “N”, B. Oyama and the Denim Library. You can link to any of the stores under the “Shoppes” section on the… [Read more…]
August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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Corcoran is offering a lovely 5 room co-op on Riverside Drive for $639K. Is it worth it? Well the pictures say it all. The apartment has eastern and southern exposures with full city views. It is fully renovated with rich, dark parquet floors, high ceilings and marble throughout. Plenty of closet space with bright sunny… [Read more…]
…And speaking of one of favorite former “Apprentice” candidates, Stacie J will be on the panel of “Branding at its Best” sponsored by the National Association of Women Business Owners. Other panelists include Lisa Price of Carol’s Daughter, Betty Park of Manna and Pier 2110 (look under restaurants in the sidebar), and Rita Ewing of… [Read more…]
August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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Back in April the buzz in Harlem was about the lack of new restaurants. Part of the problem had to do with owners securing liquor licenses. There were a few loopholes that allowed some the newest additions to serve liquor in spite of being within close proximity to schools and churches. Some may have even… [Read more…]
August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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If you’ve paid attention to the newstands lately you will notice that Time Out New York has presented their issue “The Real Cheap Eats“. As Gothamist pointed out it seems to be an effort to one up the recent issue of “Eat Cheap” by NY Mag which caused quite a stir with Chowhounds. Although there… [Read more…]
August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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It seems that Harlem real estate is truly the talk of the town. Today’s Post has a feature called” Harlem Renaissance: Everything old is new again as classic brownstones turn into boutique condos” in the NYP Home Real Estate Guide section on pages 52 and 53. Read: New York Post Print Version
August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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Curbed has done a great job of keeping us informed about the new developments cropping up all over East Harlem. The latest feature is a building called La Casa Brava, more of the luxury condo variety, courtesy of Vertical City Realty. The saturation of these types of developments in a softening market makes me a… [Read more…]
August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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Flavor guides posted to the old site can be found here. They are chock full of good information. For example, did you know that you can get discounts at popular uptown eateries by becoming a member of the Central Park Conservancy? Find out more by scrolling through the Flavor Guides.
August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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Following up on the posts from last week about the rising cost of the living in New York, We’ve come upon some additional resources for finding “affordable” housing in New York. AMNY.com has an interactive media feature that walks you through the current housing market. Yesterday’s Metro also mentioned the site myapartmentmap.com, a combination of… [Read more…]
August 17, 2006 by D. Bell
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August 16, 2006 by D. Bell
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August 16, 2006 by D. Bell
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TONIGHT SHARON JONES AND THE DAP KINGS Jackie Robinson Park 145th Street and Bradhurst Avenue (A,B,C,D) to 145th Street) 7 p.m. FREE Visit: City Parks Foundation :: Daptone Records ::AMNY :: Hopstop :: ___________________________ TOMORROW ANTIBALAS Marcus Garvey Park Madison at East 120th Street (4,5,6 or 2,3 trains) to 125th Street 7-8:30 p.m. FREE Visit:… [Read more…]
Warburg Realty seems to have landed in Harlem with a vengeance. They are advertising newly renovated condos in Harlem that are priced between $467, 681 and $489,523. The building is located at 307 W. 126th Street between Frederick Douglass Blvd. and St. Nicholas Avenue in Harlem. Built in 1910, the five-story, pre-war elevator building features… [Read more…]
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August 31, 2006 by D. Bell
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