A pictorial of Easter in Harlem then and now. Easter Sunday in Harlem, April 26, 1943 Easter paraders in Harlem made a fine showing with new suits and dresses. These girls were photographed as they left the Abyssinian Baptist Church. All Harlem churches were packed with worshippers. Photo by Weegee (courtesy of ICP) … [Read more…]
April 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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The 3rd Annual Classical Theatre Of Harlem Gala by Moët Hennessy will hold their 3rd annual benefit on Monday, May 7th at the Low Memorial Library at Columbia University (116th Street & Broadway). The benefit will honor New York State Lieutenant Governor David A. Paterson, two-time Tony nominee André De Shields (The Full Monty, Play… [Read more…]
Kelly Rowland, former member of Destiny’s Child, attended the 10th Anniversary Figure Skating in Harlem benefit Skating under the Stars at Wollman Rink in Central Park. Rowland is preparing for the release of her debut solo CD, Ms. Kelly, at the end of June 2007. Visit Kelly Rowland [official website] More at Hip Hop Crunch.
April 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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Surely taking a cue from super fly blogger flygirl, Essence Magazine (the flyest lifestyle mag around) has issued a call for fly girls. Ladies, you never know if you might be spotted on the street so come correct on the regular. Spotted on: Greasy Guide ESSENCE IS LOOKING FOR THE FLYEST LADIES AROUND The ones… [Read more…]
April 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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More than 50 hotel developments are in planning stages all over the city. At least three new W hotels are planned, for Lower Manhattan, downtown Brooklyn, and possibly in Harlem.”With the strong need for more rooms in Manhattan, coupled with the fact that there are no longer any ‘undesirable’ neighborhoods, the entire island south of… [Read more…]
April 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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Originally uploaded by mayotic. Inside Grant’s Tomb; the architectural detail is amazing!
The Harlem divide continues; Southwest Harlem? [amNY] Paradise Theatre in the Bronx packs a real punch [amNY] The future of Harlem? [SFGate] To rent or own…that is the question [NYT] Segregating black boys in the name of education [NYT]
Harlem Success is looking for exceptional leaders and early childhood classroom teachers with leadership potential for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade classrooms, special education, sports, dance, and science. Ideal candidates must be passionate about education reform and relentless in providing at-risk students with the support and tools they need to reach the highest levels of… [Read more…]
April 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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Actor Roscoe Lee Browne, whose rich voice and dignified bearing brought him an Emmy Award and a Tony nomination, has died. He was 81. Browne died early Wednesday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center following a long battle with cancer, said Alan Nierob, a spokesman for the family. Browne had a decades-long career that ranged from classic… [Read more…]
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April 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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