Harriette Cole, who is probably best known for her syndicated advice column “Sense & Sensitivity” and her array of books on etiquette, has been named the Creative Editor of Ebony Magazine. Cole, a Harlem resident, started her career as a runway model before embarking on the field of publishing. She has been a lifestyle and… [Read more…]
With the buzz all over the Internet about black rockers a.k.a. “blipsters” I figured I could skate past the issue with relative ease. However, considering the Harlem’s foray into the blipster scene, I had to mention of the East Harlem skater boutique Everything Must Go! I’ve intended to write about them since they opened at… [Read more…]
February 2, 2007 by D. Bell
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When: Friday, Febuary 2nd at 6pm, What: FREE* double feature screening of THE JAMES BROWN STORY and IT’S BLACK ENTERTAINMENT Location: St. Mark’s United Methodist Church at 137th & Edgecombe Avenue Directions: Take the B or C train to 135th and use the 137th St. exit Program: 6:00 p.m. Free Dinner 6:55 p.m.… [Read more…]
February 2, 2007 by D. Bell
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Click image to enlarge Event Date: February 3, 2007 2/3: Fatherhood Event at the Apollo Special fatherhood townhall meeting, with Allan Houston and other special invited guests. Includes an exclusive preview of Tyler Perry’s movie “Daddy’s Little Girls” and viewing of “Pursuit of Happyness” 10 AM to 6 PM at the Apollo Theater, 125th Street… [Read more…]
February 2, 2007 by D. Bell
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Not to be outdone by Sprint and T-Mobile, Verizon has decided to open a new location on 125th Street in Harlem. The new store will be located at 166 West 125th Street in a 2200 square foot space. The Harlem location will open with a week of fanfare. On Friday, a ribbon cutting ceremony with… [Read more…]
With the focus on all the uber-luxury developments in Harlem, it is good to know that there are still affordable places for people to live in the neighborhood. Just a block or two away from the lofty SoHo North Condos, the Hancock Place Apartments are under construction. Hancock Place is offering 44 rental units for… [Read more…]
February 2, 2007 by D. Bell
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Laidback wants you to unwind afterwork with complimentary wine and chocolates as you shop for home décor products, fashion, bath and body products, greeting cards, and pastries for you and your honey. Laidback will host the event along with Harlem Textile Works from 6-9pm at Harlem Textile Works’ beautiful new space at 1677… [Read more…]
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February 2, 2007 by D. Bell
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