From press release: A public viewing will be held at Riverside Church for jazz great Max Roach, who died from complications of dementia/Alzheimers Disease at 12:45 a.m. Thursday in New York at the age of 83. His daughters Maxine and Dara were at his bedside, according to family spokesperson, Terrie M. Williams. Roach’s public viewing… [Read more…]
August 20, 2007 by learnbyheart
So many of us in New York aren’t born-and-raised New Yorkers. We come to this city for work or school, with hardly a friend or a dime to our name, and then somehow, it’s a few years later, and we’re still here, making the best of it. Bettina (Tina) Lee found herself in a similar… [Read more…]
August 20, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Community Board #9 will be having a special board meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. Check out Albor Ruiz’s column on the push-pull that’s happening between West Harlem and Columbia. For even more, the Chairman of the Board has a blog. CB9 Special Board Meeting – Community Board Vote on Both Plans Monday, August 20 6:30… [Read more…]
August 20, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Originally uploaded by mayotic. Mural from PS 76 on 120th Street in Harlem. Not only is this super cute and colorful but there is such a sense of movement and fun.
August 20, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Originally uploaded by mayotic. I saw this couple crossing the street and immeditately thought of a Lawrence Jacobs painting. A timeless elegance surrounds them – this photo could have been taken at any point from the 1920′s – 1970′s but seen today and I loved it.
August 20, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Originally uploaded by charmante.
August 20, 2007 by learnbyheart
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A list of where to eat in West Harlem. [NYT] Goodbye to Trivia at the Night Cafe in Morningside Heights. [NYT] An out”door” gallery of sorts in Inwood. [NYT] Hey, there…what are you looking at from inside that window? [NYT] The Rev. Al Sharpton is in town. [NY1] In older news, do dilapidated, abandoned cars… [Read more…]
August 17, 2007 by learnbyheart
by Averlyn Archer I’d been looking around the neighborhood for something new when I read somewhere about the Hispanic Society of America. The Society was founded as a free museum and research library by Archer Milton Huntington in 1904 to promote the cultural traditions and artistic heritage of mainly Spain, Portugal and Latin America, as well… [Read more…]
August 17, 2007 by learnbyheart
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While browsing Etsy.com, I happened upon a homemade beauty product line called nunu+love, and it looks like it comes out of Harlem. The seller even has a product named after her hometown, Sweet Harlem Hair. From the website: This unique infusion including Sweet Almond & Kukui Nut oils promote healthy hair while moisturizing the hair… [Read more…]
August 17, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Happening Saturday afternoon in East Harlem: The East Harlem Arts Festival! Now in its fourth year, the festival will bring together art, music, dancing, and even a fashion show. Additionally, the Nuyorican Universal Theatre Society (NUTS) will perform excerpts from the show, “Our Times.” Saturday, August 18 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Related: East Harlem… [Read more…]
August 17, 2007 by learnbyheart
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The Joe Chambers Outlaw Band is playing a free set this evening at Riverbank State Park as part of the Jammin’ On the Hudson series. Band: Javon Jackson – saxes Dwayne Burno – bass Misha Tysiganov – piano, keyboards Steve Berrios – percussion Joe Chambers – drums, vibraphone Special Quest Jeremy Steig, Flautist and Artist,… [Read more…]
August 17, 2007 by learnbyheart
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For those up for a trek outside the neighborhood, there’s a documentary screening tonight at the Brecht Forum of Marcus Garvey: Look For Me in the Whirlwind, an American Experience production from PBS. 451 West Street @ 7:30 p.m. Suggest Donation Look for me in the whirlwind or the storm, look for me all around… [Read more…]
August 17, 2007 by learnbyheart
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How about some Tom Cruise in Harlem? [NYP] An older article on the Church of Scientology’s property purchase… [NYO] Farewell, Max Roach. [NYT] Would you rent a pet? [NYSun] The last days of alien stories from Weekly World News. [TIME] Save the Harlem Karate Institute. [BlackNews.com]
August 16, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Gothamist and Harlem Fur have set up links to various reports on the Community Board #9 meeting that happened Wednesday night. NYTimes’ City Room conclusion: There are signs that some on the community board are trying to reach a compromise. The Spectator quoted the community board’s chairman, Jordi Reyes-Montblanc, as saying, “The community must get… [Read more…]
August 16, 2007 by learnbyheart
Soccer stars David Beckham and Ty Harden of the L.A. Galaxy will be hosting a youth soccer clinic tomorrow afternoon at Jacob Schiff Field. The event is invite-only, but maybe a trip by the field will get you a Becks sighting! WHEN:Friday, August 17 @ 3:00 pm WHERE: Jacob Schiff Field, 138th and Amsterdam Avenue
August 16, 2007 by learnbyheart
Starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday in the PS 76 school garden, the NYC Community Garden Coalition and Harlem community gardeners will host “Harlem Green, A Tour of Harlem Community Gardens.” The tour ends with a free BBQ at the Harris Garden on W. 153rd Street & St. Nicholas Avenue. Saturday, August 18, 2007 10:00… [Read more…]
August 16, 2007 by learnbyheart
Harlem’s Astor Row residents show gratitude to Brooke Astor. [amNY] NYC Housing Authority to receive $40 million in additional funds. [NYSun] Really interesting piece on the Harlem River High Bridge. [Gotham Gazette] Harlem news from out of town: On urban literature [New Statesman] Curious: guide to buying real estate in Harlem. [Epoch Times]
August 15, 2007 by learnbyheart
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If you’re feeling musical on Friday, check out the Lincoln Center Out of Doors event that’s happening at the South Plaza. The free event is a showcase for Craig Harris’ original composition, “TriHarLenium: A Sound Portrait of Harlem 1976-2006.” Mr. Harris himself will be there, along with other Harlem musicians. It sounds fascinating — a… [Read more…]
August 15, 2007 by learnbyheart
We’ve posted about this before, but… The New Harlem Renaissance Fashion Show Thursday, August 16 @ The River Room 145th and Riverside Dr. 8 p.m.
August 15, 2007 by learnbyheart
Sashay over to Central Park this Thursday for a salsa evening that will pay tribute to the music of Héctor Lavoe. The free event, hosted by El Museo del Barrio as part of its Summer Nights series, will take place at the Dana Discovery Center on Harlem Meer at the northeast end of the park… [Read more…]
August 15, 2007 by learnbyheart
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More noise complaints coming out of Harlem. [WCBS] “Critics of Columbia Plan Likely To Spur ‘Affordable’ Housing” [NYSun] “Martha’s Harlem Garden: Not That Great” [NYO] Demand for bigger apartments in Harlem. [The Real Deal] From the blogosphere: Emergency Community Call Your testimony is needed to Stop Columbia University’s 35 acres land grab in West… [Read more…]
August 14, 2007 by D. Bell
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EVENT: MOUNT SINAI AND NORTH GENERAL FREE SCREENINGS AT HARLEM HEALTH FAIR AND EXPO DATE: Saturday, August 18, 2007 TIME: 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. PLACE: 180 West 135th Street Between Malcolm X and Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. The Health fair will feature FREE screenings focusing on: • Blood Pressure • Prostate Cancer… [Read more…]
August 14, 2007 by D. Bell
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ANNUAL BLOCK CELEBRATION 153rd STREET BETWEEN AMSTERDAM & ST. NICHOLAS AVE. THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2007 CHILDREN – ALL DAY – PLAY ADULTS, ESPECIALLY SENIORS, BRING YOUR CHAIR at 2 PM & JOIN US FOR JAZZ
August 14, 2007 by learnbyheart
This Thursday, Columbia will host a free outdoor screening of the AfroReggae documentary Favela Rising. The film follows Anderson Sá, who, spurred by the injustices thrust upon his impoverished community, acted out in an unexpected way — by forming Grupo Cultural AfroReggae. From the movie’s website: “Through hip-hop music, the rhythms of the street, and… [Read more…]
August 14, 2007 by learnbyheart
Caminito, a new Argetine steakhouse, opened this week on Park Ave., near 118th. No official website yet, but NYMag.com and TONY.com have tidbits on the hacienda. Photo Credit: NYMag Related: What’s new in the one teens?
August 14, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Is Harlem being “reshaped” or “gutted?“ [NYP] East Harlem tenants won’t be stepped on by their landlords and take it quietly. [NYDN] Mayor Bloomberg loves immigrants. [NYSun] New York, where old folks live even longer. [NYMag]
August 13, 2007 by learnbyheart
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From NYC Craigslist: TaylorMade Media and Title Sponsor Citibank N.A. Present EMPOWERMENT, REFRESHMENTS & CONVERSATION: A NETWORKING SOIREE SALUTING THE ULTIMATE PART-TIME ENTREPRENEUR WITH THE BEST SIDE HUSTLE Tuesday, August 14, 2007 6:30-9:30PM @ The Harlem Tea Room 1793A Madison Ave (118th St) New York, NY $20 in advance; $30 at door RSVP Now at… [Read more…]
August 13, 2007 by learnbyheart
More on the drummers of Marcus Garvey Park. [IHT] Focus on the United House of Prayer for All People in Harlem. Check out the slideshow. [NYT] White flight is a lie, according to Bill Sanderson. [NYP via comments (thanks!)] Review of The Tenants of East Harlem. [The Indypendent] I <3 DR shirts were out in… [Read more…]
August 12, 2007 by D. Bell
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August 10, 2007 by learnbyheart
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The Casa Frela Gallery is showing two classics this weekend: Lena Horne’s Stormy Weather and the silent 20s picture Body & Soul. There are a couple of blood drives happening uptown: the Harriet Tubman Block Association is staging one tomorrow, August 11, from 1-6:30 p.m. The Washington Heights Seventh Day Adventist Church will be holding theirs on… [Read more…]
August 10, 2007 by learnbyheart
Would you accept a refund from the MTA? [NYT] Kind of old…the Number 1 line is the best in the city. [NYT] Weekend Subway Guide. [NYP] Harlemites rally for the protection of local businesses. [AmNews] Harlem resident calls Columbia U President a “Big Dumb Doofus” [NYMag] Health insurance for all the kids? [NYP]
August 9, 2007 by learnbyheart
From Press Release: The Dover, located at 252 and 256 West 123rd Street, proudly unveils gracious brownstone living with the opening of model apartments. Comprised of two brownstones, The Dover features 12 condominiums that are available for sale exclusively through Simon Shamilzadeh of Manor Properties Group, LLC. On a beautiful tree-lined street, The Dover, offers… [Read more…]
August 9, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Another evening of Harlem Historic Parks Film Festival at Morningside Park tonight. LIVE MUSIC: Obara Melli – six piece band with an Afro-Cuban sound FILM Dance In America: Beyond the Steps: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (Phil Bertelsen, USA, 2006, 87m.) Follows Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater during a pivotal time in its history as… [Read more…]
August 9, 2007 by learnbyheart
Tornado in Brooklyn. [NYP] We had so much fun yesterday… [NYT] An East Harlem building partially collapses. [WCBS2] More Columbia coverage from the Daily Standard. [Daily Standard] “Census Finds Black Exodus From City.” [NYSun] Photo Credit: New York Post
August 8, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Wednesday, August 8, 7:30 pm LIVE PERFORMANCE: Les Merveilles de Guinea – Guinean Drummers and Dancers FILM Heartlines (Angus Gibson, South Africa, 2006, 95m.) After serving a jail sentence for theft, Manyisa, a young man with a cruel past and an uncertain future, is released. Distrustful, but seduced by an opportunity for redemption, Manyisa and… [Read more…]
August 8, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Tickets for the Classical Theatre of Harlem‘s 07/08 Season are on sale now. The productions include Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity, Euripedes’ Trojan Women, and Ty Jones’ Emancipation. CTH’s free performances of Romeo & Juliet will continue tomorrow and Friday at Tompkins Square Park. How To Order On Line: www.smarttix.com By Phone: 212-868-4444 Use Code: EBLAST… [Read more…]
August 8, 2007 by learnbyheart
There was a question in the comments earlier about Maroons‘ Harlem outpost on 145th. There’s been buzz about this for a while now, so who knows if it’s true, but…I put in a call to the Chelsea location, and they told me that though there’s no specific date for the opening, they’re looking at the… [Read more…]
August 8, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Awesome headline of the week: City transit to commuters: Stay home! [amNY] Mini item on Economic Development Expo in Harlem yesterday. [NY1] Here’s what happened there…the Police Commissioner defended his department. [NYSun] Could there be hope for more low-income housing in NYC? [NYT] Ty Pennington launches Project Playground at P.S. 72. [Health News Digest]
August 8, 2007 by learnbyheart
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Who’s working from home today? If you haven’t heard already, trains are down and OUT! Flooding has downed the lines, and you’ll be lucky if you can get a cab ride or muscle your way onto a bus. Good luck in all your travels, folks!
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August 20, 2007 by learnbyheart
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