New Harlem Video

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Profiling: The Urban Agenda

Vital Stats: Brett Wright, 37, of Nu America Agency Company: New York City advertising,marketing and promotion agency focusing on the urban market 2006 Projected Sales: $7 million Life-Changing Leap: The decision to leave his comfortable job as a music industry exec to start his own business was a heavy one for Wright, who at the… [Read more…]

Carver’s Financial Literacy Center is Open

The deluge of predatory mortgage lenders that target the elderly, immigrants and minority homeowners throughout the city has led Carver Federal Savings Bank officials to create its first financial literacy center in Harlem. The center, located at 300 W. 145th St. in Manhattan, opened two weeks ago and will serve as an information resource for… [Read more…]

Harlem Street Ball at the Apollo

XBOX 360 vs. PlayStation3 Live from the Apollo on H3TV Harlem Street Baller Adrian Walton to Host H3TV’s “Gaming Console Challenge” H3Enterprises, Inc. has announced that Harlem street ball legend and cyber sports superstar Adrian “Hollywood” Walton will be hosting the definitive match-up for gaming console supremacy between Microsoft’s XBOX 360, and Sony’s new challenger,… [Read more…]

What’s the Deal?

A reader sent us the following query: Do you guys know what is going to replace those old bldgs being torn down at 125th and Lenox Ave btwn 124th across from CVS? Cant seem to find an answer.   I don’t have the answer to that question but I’m sure one of our loyal readers… [Read more…]

Gifted and Talented

Applications are being accepted for students in grades Pre-K through Grade 4 for the public school Gifted & Talented program starting in September 2007. Students will be tested for placement in an accelerated program. Application deadline is December 1, 2006. Contact: Region 10 (Districts 3, 5, 6) Nicky Kram Rosen Nrosen2@schools.nyc.gov 4360 Broadway New York,… [Read more…]

Harlem’s Most Notorious Restaurant

Rao’s is legendary for its lock on reservations. One rumor is that there are only 10 tables. Another is that the place is mafia run. Whatever the case may be Zagat’s offers tips for people itching to step foot inside their very closely guarded doors:   Rao’s (455 E 114th St., Manhattan, 212-722-6709) The all-time… [Read more…]

Actress/Rapper Eve Spotted at Harlem MAC Store

Source: Bossip.com Addition photos can be seen here.

West Harlem Arts Fund Profile

Sidewalk Sales

With the unseasonably warm November days we’ve been experiencing this year, who the heck wants to be closed up inside of a crowded store while doing your holiday shopping? The Washington Post published a piece about the sidewalk vendors that line the streets of Harlem, though in smaller numbers over the years. Here is an… [Read more…]

Harlem Profile: Shemekia Copeland

I found this nice article on Harlemite Shemeka Copeland and wanted to share it.  Below is an excerpt: November 23, 2006 Growing up in Harlem in the late ’80s and early ’90s, Shemekia Copeland heard hip-hop up and down the block. Her friends were digging Kool Moe Dee and LL Cool J. But the latest… [Read more…]

Popular Minister Accused of Being Slumlord

After weeks of articles following the alleged harassment by police offices over a parking violation, it seems the tables have turned for the well respected reverend of Harlem. Reverend Calvin O. Butts is being accused of being a slumlord by the New York Post. Read the article below: UNHOLY MESS HEAT ON TOP HARLEM REV.… [Read more…]

Harlem Society: Courtney Hall and LaShann DeArcy Wed

By ALANA NEWTON November 26, 2006 — OCT. 7 – If you’ve ever tasted espresso beans, Sour Patch Kids, cayenne peppers and sugar cubes in the same night, then you were probably at the wedding of Courtney Hall and LaShann DeArcy. The Harlem duo, who met in 2002 through mutual friends, celebrated their favorite African… [Read more…]

Charles Opens Satellite Location

Charles’ Southern Style Kitchen 308 Lenox Ave., nr. 125th St.; 212-722-7727 Charles Gabriel, Harlem’s reigning fried-chicken maestro, makes his second move “downtown” this week, when he and his Rack & Soul partner, Michael Eberstadt, transform a corner of Eberstadt’s Slice of Harlem into a satellite branch of Charles’ Southern Style Kitchen. Gabriel shares the pizzeria’s… [Read more…]

Harlem Arts Video

While browsing through Google Videos I stumbled upon this short piece about Harlem.

Locked & Gated

I’ve noticed that Sugar Shack on 8th Avenue and Yvonne Yvonne on 135th near 8th Avenue have both been closed up. Does anyone with the inside scoop? Yvonne Yvonne was a steam table Caribbean food take out restaurant with no indoor seating and mediocre to sub-par food. Sugar Shack used to the hottest night spot… [Read more…]

Dance Theatre of Harlem Struggles to Get Back on Toes

By MARGARET PUTNAM / Special Contributor to The Dallas Morning News FORT WORTH – “Look at me! Look at me!” Arthur Mitchell cries. Forty-four heads turn. The angle is perfect, chins raised just so, all eyes peering directly at Mr. Mitchell.   Arthur Mitchell, co-founder and artistic director of the Dance Theatre of Harlem, teaches… [Read more…]

Yes to Wimps, No to the Sky Cafe

29 West 125th St. New York, NY 10027 212-410-2296 Ok, let me say this first – Wimp’s has some of the best pastries around. My family is a big fan of the bread pudding and the sweet potato pie. I go around once a week to pick up my fix … and it’s so worth… [Read more…]

Stuffed

While some of you are getting stuffed with stuffing, poultry, cranberry sauce and all the fixings our editors will be taking a well deserved break. If you feel particularly giving we will be oh so thankful! Don’t forget to do your holiday shopping in our online shop. We’ll see you on Monday!

Neighborhood Sighting

In an inconspicious step down on Seventh Avenue Cafe Veg a cute sit down cafe specializing in fresh juice. Signage is up but they haven’t moved in as of yet. Cafe Veg 135th Street and Seventh Avenue (across from IHOP)

Flying the Coop

Since we have been on the topic of birds I will continue the trend. Somehow I overlooked the review below of Rack & Soul published in New York Magazine back in May. Below is an excerpt of the article: RACK & SOUL 2818 Broadway, at 109th St.;212-222-4800 Hours: Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11… [Read more…]

Sweet Treats – Closed

Ed. Note: This candy store is now closed Candyland of Harlem 1712 Amsterdam Ave Harlem, New York I’ve been meaning to write about this place for well over a month but haven’t been back up to speak to the owners. Many readers in the Hamilton Heights section may already know that there is a full… [Read more…]

Somi: December Dates Canceled

  SOMI’s debut album Eternal Motive relentlessly evokes all that is pure, honest, and true. While she provocatively shares stories of her soul, the listener is involuntarily reminded of their own private moments of passion. Throughout the album, her voice soars over, through, and in between nuances of an incomparable musicianship that fuses Jazz, Classic… [Read more…]

Cool Brew

A sax-playing Harlem brewer who named her beer after “Take the A Train” gets ready to expand By Michael Tedder mtedder@nyu.edu Celeste Beatty traveled the world and studied beer like a scholar before she made her first brew. It was sour. Somehow, the brewing equipment she crammed into the kitchen of her studio apartment got… [Read more…]

Kalahari in the News

We’ve mentioned lots of upcoming luxury buildings on this site but the Kalahari has only been mentioned in passing. As it nears completion it is generating more buzz, most recently as a state of art multimedia mixed use condominium. Below is an excerpt from a recent press release: Comprised of two 12-story buildings connected with… [Read more…]

Gallery Exhibit

StillandinMotion Works by Dianne Smith An Exhibition and Listening Salon featuring the Music of Putumayo* Opening Reception: Friday, November 17, 2006, 6-10pm Location: P.C.O.G. Gallery 1902 Adam Claytown Powell,Jr. Blvd. (7th Avenue) between 115th & 116th Streets New York, NY 10026 212-932-9669 phone Paula Coleman, Gallery Director More info on the artist: http://www.diannesmithart.com/

The Freshest Birds are in Harlem

Manhattan Live Poultry, located between Second and Third Aves., has been serving East Harlem for more than 15 years, and has a steady group of loyal consumers, including Victor Morales.”It isn’t as cheap as a frozen turkey. But it is worth the price. Once you start cooking with them you will never stop.” The birds… [Read more…]

Apollo Legend Ruth Brown Dies of Stroke

Ruth Brown who made her debut at the Apollo Theater during an amateur night performance, has died at the of 78. Brown is a rhythm and blues legend who’s won Grammys, Tonys and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Known both as “the girl with a tear in her voice”… [Read more…]

Pinnacle Gets the Turkey

Over 125 families in a building on West 193rd are being treated to a catered Thanksgiving dinner by Amy Ruth courtesy of the the Pinnacle Group. Most of them would prefer to be able to cook dinner in their own home but can’t due to a gas outage that has lasted for over a month.… [Read more…]

Neighborhood Stroll

While jaunting around the neighborhood I noticed a couple of new businesses sprouting up. For fans of La Marmite they are expanding and opening La Marmite Too over on 7th Avenue between 133rd and 134th Streets. So far just a sign announcing the opening. A couple blocks over on 8th Avenue and 135th is a… [Read more…]

Harlem Knitting Circle

Old School Christmas Party

A Night of African Music

Carnegie Hall Presents in collaboration with Harlem Stage / Aaron Davis Hall, Inc. A FREE Neighborhood Concert with special guest artists CHEIKH TAIROU M’BAYE AND SING SING RHYTHMS Saturday, December 16 at 7:30 PM Harlem Stage / Aaron Davis Hall, Inc. West 135th Street and Convent Avenue New York, NY This concert is FREE but… [Read more…]

Time Out New York

Yawn, oh excuse me. I just got through reading the TONY article on Bars and Lounges in Harlem. Pretty standard if you ask me. There are a couple of recommendations that I agree with. Did you see any of your favorites listed? Time Out New York Barhopping “A Rage in Harlem”

The Grapevine

Does anyone know the deal with Maroon’s?  I’d read that they were going to open a larger restaurant in the Bradhurst building at 145th and Bradhurst above the Pathmark.  For well over a year the sign has hung on the windows but the space has remained empty. The other day I saw signs advertising a… [Read more…]

Summit at Africa Kine

EMERGENCY ANTI-WAR SUMMIT in Harlem Saturday—Nov. 18th—1 P.M. to 4 P.M. at the AFRICA KINE RESTAURANT, 256 W. 116th St. Near Frederick Douglass Blvd. C train, #2, 3 train to 116th St. How can we go from protest to resistance?  How do we build unity not only in the anti-war movement but also with the… [Read more…]

Ed Bradley Memorial in Harlem

Next week, the memory of the late, great communicator continues with a public memorial in New York City. According to Richard Prince‘s “Journal-Isms,” the life of Bradley will be celebrated with a memorial service on Nov. 21 at 10:30 a.m. at the city’s historic Riverside Church, in Harlem. It’s the same church, which can seat… [Read more…]

Billie’s Black

Billie’s Black 271 West 119th St. (between St. Nicholas & Frederick Douglass) www.billiesblack.com I’ve been meaning to write a proper review about this darling little place but this write up will have to do for now. Billie’s Black is quickly becoming a neighborhood favorite. Hands down, they are the warmest, coziest restaurant I have been… [Read more…]

‘Tis The Season

It is hard to believe that the holidays are right around the corner! What better way to bring in the joy of season than sharing a bottle of wine from Harlem Vintage with friends and family? Did you know that Harlem Vintage specializes in wines made by women and people of color? Drop by one… [Read more…]

Weekly Rundown

No Monday Night treats this week but come on, I wouldn’t leave you hanging. Here is the list of events taking place in Harlem this week. Whatever you decide to do this week, enjoy yourself. Tuesday Harlem RBI Volunteers Orientation @ 6:30 p.m. 1948 First Avenue (100-101 Street) 212-722-1608 www.harlemrbi.org _______________ Tania Leon “Reflections” Nov.… [Read more…]