Wednesday, February 28th marks the first of our fourth Wednesday’s of each month themed nights at the sexy River Room of Harlem. 7 pm – 7:30 pm Meet, mingle and music 7:30 pm – 8:15 pm “What is Harlem Style?” a discussion With invited guests include: Lenn Shebar, N Harlem; Brenda Brunson-Bey; Xenobia Bailey; Jewel, Bessy Brown; Bill… [Read more…]
February 15, 2007 by D. Bell
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Big Apple Jazz 2236 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd between 131 and 132 Sts, Manhattan 212-283-5299 DEAL – 10% off all retail items This jazz club features live performances daily between 2 and 8 p.m., and Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. The space also houses a jazz art gallery, a café,… [Read more…]
February 15, 2007 by D. Bell
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A free concert and prayer vigil for the healing of AIDS featuring Michelle Williams (formerly of Destiny’s Child) and Dr. Cissy Houston & Friends. There will be onsite testing and counseling provided by the Ryan Center. When: Friday, March 9, 2007 from 4 p.m.-12 midnight Where: Salvation and Deliverance Church 37 West 116th Street For… [Read more…]
February 15, 2007 by D. Bell
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These training sessions are free and open to the public. You can register by following the instructions on this website: http://www.childrensaidsociety.org/volunteer/voltraining. Space may be limited. Critical Issues Child abuse, suicide, gangs, and drug abuse are some of the critical issues youth face today. While most of the youth we work with may not be directly… [Read more…]
February 15, 2007 by D. Bell
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“Music of the Heart” starring Meryl Streep was a film based on the true story of a single mother moving to Harlem in 1991 and founding a much needed music program. Opus 118, located at 103 East 125th Street, has come a long way from it’s fledgling days depicted in the movie. Today, the program… [Read more…]
February 14, 2007 by D. Bell
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February 2nd through February 25 Featuring Clarice Taylor The National Black Theatre 2031 Fifth Avenue @ 125th Street Wednesdays 2 p.m., Thursday & Fridays 7:30 p.m., Saturdays 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays 3p.m. Call 212-696-6444 or 212-868- 4444 or visit www.smartix.com Get a $5 discount by mentioning MOMS26 or by bringing a flier… [Read more…]
February 14, 2007 by D. Bell
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Tuesday, February 20, 2007 7:15 p.m. The Cathedral of St. John the Divine 1047 Amsterdam Avenue at 112th Street Performances by: Convent Ave. Baptist Church Choir Mama Foundation’s Gospel for Teens Choir McCullough Invaders Provenance Hosted by: James Stovall RSVP by Feb. 14th to Community Works at 212-459-1854 or mc@communityworksnyc.org
February 14, 2007 by D. Bell
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New African Art Museum Unveiled [ NYPress] New Patisseries in Morningside Heights [Columbia Spectator]
More than 14 years ago, East Harlem residents took a garbage-strewn abandoned lot and turned it into a Field of Dreams for the neighborhood’s kids. Ever since then, the 350 youngsters of the East Harlem Little League have proudly gathered each Opening Day in their sparkling new uniforms on the steps of St. Cecilia’s Church.… [Read more…]
February 13, 2007 by D. Bell
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This is an excerpt of an article that appeared in the New York Observer. On many of their jackets found in stores in Harlem, Brooklyn and Jersey City, and hundreds of others around the country, tags inform the purchaser: “The sporting culture of the United States was incubated across all walks of life, but its… [Read more…]
February 13, 2007 by D. Bell
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While we are on the topic of tipping, Gothamist brings to our attention the (apparently illegal) practice of grocery stores not paying their baggers for their services. I was aware that baggers at some of the smaller stores were working exclusively for tips but according to the labor bureau they should be getting minimum wage… [Read more…]
The Diner’s Journal turns the table on a Harlem restaurant’s tipping policy. Julia Moskin writes about the recent surge of “ambitious new” Harlem restaurants, some that feel that uptowners “don’t tip the way they would downtown”. Part of the reason I believe people don’t tip the same way is that uptown restaurants typically don’t offer… [Read more…]
Jasmine Guy, the actress best known for her portrayal of Whitley Gilbert on “A Different World,” will be in Harlem “Raisin’ Cane” for one day only at the Apollo Theater, Sunday, Feb. 18 at 4 p.m. “Raisin’ Cane” tours through mid-March and captures the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance by drawing on the words and… [Read more…]
February 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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Position: Executive Director The YMCA of Greater NY is seeking applicants with proven mgmt. & community relations exp. to lead our Harlem branch as an Executive Director. The Harlem YMCA has been in operation since 1933 serving a diverse population of youth and families in its landmark building located on W 135th St. & across… [Read more…]
February 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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This morning my Super made his rounds around our building to check the smoke detectors of the tenants. This was probably prompted by the huge fire that took place on 116th yesterday. If you haven’t already done so, please take a few minutes to check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors; You never know when… [Read more…]
February 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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Thank you to all the readers who so graciously participated in the survey we posted. The survey is now closed, however we will be posting a new survey in the future. If you have already contributed to the survey, I hope you will also participate in the upcoming survey as well.
New BBQ slated to open in Harlem on145th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues.
February 11, 2007 by D. Bell
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February 11, 2007 by D. Bell
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Are you a business owner in Harlem? Do you know someone in the community performing positive and exceptional duties? Please contact UPTOWN flavor at uptownflavor[at]gmail.com or call the tip line at 718-514-2845. Sponsorship opportunities are also available! Visit the sponsors page for details.
February 10, 2007 by D. Bell
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Bell Hooks, When Angels Speak Of Love, & Sonia Sanchez, Shake Loose My Skin Thursday, February 15th at 7:00 pm… The heavyweights of literature are sure to be here on Thursday February 15th. Bell Hooks and Sonia Sanchez have continued to provide the public with exquisite works such as When Angels Speak Of Love, Like… [Read more…]
February 10, 2007 by D. Bell
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As we continue to grow and expand, UPTOWN flavor wants to know more about our readers. If you will take 2 minutes to please answer a quick anonymous survey we’d really appreciate it. Thank you for your continued support of this exciting venture! Click here to take our survey
February 9, 2007 by D. Bell
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Set in Washington Heights and running Off Broadway, the new musical “In the Heights,” is like “Rent,” but without all the downers and set to a Latin beat. Centered around a bodega owner and his neighbors, Charles Isherwood says it has “the inspiriting flavor of a morning pick-me-up on a warm summer day.” Perfect for… [Read more…]
February 9, 2007 by D. Bell
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SATURDAY • FEBRUARY 10 • 3:00 PM Popping, Locking, Uprocking & Breaking: Roots of Hip-Hop Dance Explore the dance forms associated with hip-hop culture in a lecture/demonstration by the legendary Jorge “PopMaster Fabel” Pabon, Senior V.P. of the Rock Steady Crew. He will trace the history, evolution, and social relevance of these exciting forms of… [Read more…]
February 9, 2007 by D. Bell
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Tommie Smith, Silent Gesture: The Autobiography of Tommie Smith When:February 9th at 6:00 PM Where: Hue-Man Books Everyone knows Tommie Smith as one of the Olympic athletes that raised his black-gloved hand in support of Black Power during the 1968 Olympics. Come support Mr. Tommie Smith and hear him explain the aftermath of such a… [Read more…]
Riley describes his Sunday in Harlem [A Day in the Life of Riley] A Muslim debates the sale of alcohol by other Muslims in Harlem [Hakim Abdullah] Another proclamation that Spanish Harlem is the SOHO of the North [Realestatevoice] Snobbish luxury prospects turn noses up to low income neighbors [Curbed]
February 8, 2007 by D. Bell
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Blind Lemon Blues pays homage to the influence of Blind Lemon Jefferson, who emerged in the 1920’s as the biggest selling country blues singer in the U.S.A. Set in New York City in 1948 at the last recording session of the legendary Huddie Ledbetter–better known as Lead Belly– this new musical by Alan Govenar and… [Read more…]
Earlier this week the tenants of the co-op above Duane Reade noticed that their corner trash receptacle was missing. Within days the bin was replaced and order has been restored to the corner of Bradhurst and 145th Street. Related: Mystery of the Missing Trash Can
February 8, 2007 by D. Bell
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Another chain moves on uptown [Columbia Spectator] Harlem Lanes wants to be the next Magic Johnson enterprise [BAW News] Coldhearted Harlem landlords continue to freeze out paying tenants [CBS News] Harlem Gateway II: What’s the deal? [Curbed via Wired NY]
February 7, 2007 by D. Bell
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On Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2007 InJoy Enterprises presents “Love, Rhythm & Soul.”It’s a Valentine’s Day Concert for Lovers and Lovers of Great Music starring Grammy Award nominated artist Miki Howard along with Eric Roberson, Marlon Saunders and Kelli Sae. This is a Valentine’s Concert not to be missed. It takes place at Harlem Stage/Aaron… [Read more…]
February 7, 2007 by D. Bell
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Actor Nicholas Cage has purchased the rights to play an NYPD detective in a film based on the book “Circle of Six,” which delves into the still officially unsolved murder of a city police officer inside a Harlem mosque in 1972. Cage, who recently played a Port Authority sergeant in 2006′s “World Trade Center” and… [Read more…]
February 6, 2007 by D. Bell
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$50,000 FELLOWSHIPS AVAILABLE TO OUTSTANDING NYC SECONDARY MATH TEACHERS Math for America (MfA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving math education in our nation’s public schools. The Newton Master Teacher Program rewards strong mathematics teachers within the New York City public schools and encourages them to continue teaching in the City. The Newton Master… [Read more…]
February 6, 2007 by D. Bell
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February 1st was the 105th birthday of Renaissance writer Langston Hughes. Mr. Hughes was born in 1902 and died May 22, 1967 of complications due to prostate cancer. During a part of his residence in Harlem, Hughes lived at 20 East 127th Street. The home, a designated landmark, was recently purchased and refurbished by a… [Read more…]
Harlem Stage presents Harlem Stage on Screen, a film series featuring 36 provocative and engaging films opening with the award-winning documentary American Black Out Curated by Michelle Materre and produced by Neyda Martinez Fri-Sun, March 9-11, 2007 The Gatehouse New York, NY (February 5, 2007)—Now in its eleventh year, Harlem Stage on Screen (formerly The… [Read more…]
February 6, 2007 by D. Bell
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Amy Ruth owners opens restaurant in Midtown [Midtown Lunch] And they also like to shop at B&H [NY Sun] The Hunt features a couple who moved from 68th and CPW to Harlem for a longer commute to work [New York Times] Scott Joplin’s house in Harlem [New York Times] Restaurant bloggers come out from behind… [Read more…]
Black Style Now panel Originally uploaded by Donald Andrew Agarrat. To read the backstory on this event go here
Do you have a favorite business in Harlem that should be recognized? Perhaps you love the atmosphere at the Sugarhill Java & Tea Lounge or the Red Velvet Cake at Make My Cake. Maybe your barber at Denny Moe’s always gives you the hook up or your hairdresser gives the best scalp massages. Nominate them… [Read more…]
The residents of a relatively new co-op in Hamilton Heights have been on the case of a missing trash receptacle that was last seen in front of the Duane Reade on 145th Street. Anyone with information about the missing receptacle should call 311. The streets of Harlem do seem to be a bit cleaner. The… [Read more…]
February 5, 2007 by D. Bell
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Sending out a hearty CONGRATULATIONS to subscriber Kecia who won a copy of The Black Woman’s Guide to Black Men’s Health provided by our sponsor Hachette Book Group (Formerly Time Warner Books)! Sign up today for your chance to win the next giveaway!
The West Harlem Art Fund is proud to exhibit Xenobia Bailey’s latest work Tall Ship Sails of Mystical Mothership; THE MIGHTY MAHALIA. This mixed-media installation weaves fiber and digital imaging together into a thought provoking show that’s appropriate for these days and times. The exhibition will be shown at the Gallery Space at Russ Berrie… [Read more…]
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February 16, 2007 by D. Bell
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