When a candy bar, a wallet or a hairbrush leads to police gunfireBy MARCUS FRANKLIN Associated Press Writer Advertisement NEW YORK (AP) — A candy bar, a wallet, even a pair of baggy pants can draw deadly police gunfire. The killing of a hairbrush-brandishing teenager last week was the latest instance of police shootings in… [Read more…]
November 19, 2007 by loveisdope
Riverside Theatre Presents “NuDance Festival” A Three-Day Dance Festival Featuring New Works by the Next Generation of Dance December 6-8, 2007 Riverside Theatre’s dance showcase, NuDance Festival, returns for its 6th year presenting three nights of spellbinding new dance by 11 promising choreographers, showcasing original and new work. Featured companies include the Asian choreographer Tze… [Read more…]
November 19, 2007 by loveisdope
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Jesse Sapp from Harlem’s Woodrow Wilson projects is profiled in the Georgetown Voice for his b-ball skills. {Georgetown Voice} The Harlem Globetrotters give some lucky students a special treat. {Ad Hoc News}
November 16, 2007 by loveisdope
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CARLITOS’ FINAL WEEKS HOURS: CARLITOS WILL BE OPEN 11am TO 2am EVERY DAY, AND UNTIL 4am ON WEEKENDS —- SHOP AT CARLITOS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON! “Socially conscious holiday shopping, now available at Carlitos: Visit Carlitos Cafe before November 29 (and somewhere else thereafter) to check out our selection of beautiful and fairly-priced clothing and… [Read more…]
November 16, 2007 by loveisdope
The New York Observer has an article about the negotiations. There are some interesting comments at the bottom of the article too.
November 16, 2007 by loveisdope
The Victoria Theater, built in 1917, has long played second fiddle to its more famous neighbor, The Apollo Theater, but it is getting its own shine now. Vacant since the 1980′s, new plans have emerged that will include theater use and space for cultural groups. Read the article in the Columbia Spectator.
November 16, 2007 by loveisdope
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Sepia Harlem Event (http://www.sepiaharlem.com/) ATTENTION ALL SMALL to MID SIZE BUSINESS OWNERS GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED FROM THE EXPERTS Full Day Intensive Business Workshops – Wed 11/28 & 12/19 Time: 9 am – 4pm Come Learn About : How to Build Credit Under Your Business and Access Financing ( it worked for Donald Trump )… [Read more…]
November 16, 2007 by loveisdope
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A privately owned British Bank called Dawnay Day Group bought 47 rent- controlled and rent-stabilized buildings in East Harlem and they are doling out eviction notices. {The Indypendent} The Indypendent calls for a rent strike to bring truly affordable housing to the city. {The Indypendent} Youth courts in Harlem and Crown Heights allow young people… [Read more…]
November 15, 2007 by loveisdope
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Friday The Harlem Tea Room is hosting a gospel jazz event featuring The Tyrone Birkett Group. The event starts at 7 pm. For the night owls, check out the new 25 and up hip hop spot over at Ginger’s. Click here for more info. Saturday Don’t forget to stop by the Morningside Park Farmer’s Market.… [Read more…]
November 15, 2007 by loveisdope
We had a post on Bourgeoisie Shoes last week. I called today, just to see if everything is on track since their website is still “coming soon.” Today’s grand opening event is private. It is not open to the public. The store (Adam Clayton Powell and 138th) will open to the public tomorrow, November 16th.
November 15, 2007 by narmer
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Spitzer decides to not be a Grinch. Abandons Amazon Tax. {New York Sun} East Harlem reacts to Spitzer’s about-face on licenses for undocumented immigrants. {New York Sun }
November 15, 2007 by loveisdope
Four-story retail building on W. 132nd Street and Lenox sells for $5 million. {CoStar} Community Board 10′s 125th Street meeting last night had to be adjourned early because someone yelled a threat to “burn it down.” I guess “it” is 125th Street? {Columbia Spectator} Jay-Z’s show at the Apollo Theater had lots of guest appearances.… [Read more…]
November 15, 2007 by narmer
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From the New York Times: November 15, 2007 A Mentor of Street Ball Dies, and a Missing Knick Appears By COREY KILGANNON and VINCENT M. MALLOZZIA gleaming white Cadillac with a license plate reading MISTERLU, its engine off, was parked next to a basketball court in a Coney Island housing project last night.The Cadillac belonged… [Read more…]
November 15, 2007 by loveisdope
The following is a long heart-felt letter from the owner of East Harlem staple, Carlitos Cafe y Galeria. Unfortunately, doors will be closing for good on November 29th. Thank you Doug S. for passing this along. A schedule for the last week of events here will be listed in a separate post. Click below to… [Read more…]
I just heard Carl Redding on the radio and he announced that he has sold Amy Ruth’s along with the name and he has opened a new restaurant in Englewood, NJ, called Ruthie Mae’s. Another Harlem “Landmark” gone! changing hands! EDITOR’S NOTE: We don’t want to send any false alarms out there. Like a couple… [Read more…]
November 14, 2007 by loveisdope
Below are links to New York Times articles about Harlem in 1988. I don’t know about you, but I always find it interesting to read old news articles, knowing now how those stories ended and how right or wrong predictions were. Check it out. What do you think? Surprised by anything? Abyssinian works to maintain… [Read more…]
November 14, 2007 by loveisdope
Here are the latest pics of Doug E.’s submitted by Doug S. Looks just about ready, right?
November 14, 2007 by loveisdope
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Hue-Man Booksigning with Children’s Author: Kellie Magnus 2319 Frederick Douglass Boulevard Saturday, November 17th at 11 AM
November 14, 2007 by loveisdope
The author of the article, Andew Greeley, does make some interesting statements though about how African Americans and other ethnic groups interact and how Giuliani dealt with African American gangs during his tenure as mayor. Click here to read the piece. Do you agree with his sentiment?
November 14, 2007 by loveisdope
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Here’s your chance to catch a good show and form your own opinion about the Harlem Tea Room.
November 14, 2007 by loveisdope
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The East Harlem community sent off donations to Tropical Storm Noel victims yesterday. {NY1} City Council is set to launch a new database called Councilstat that will do a better job of tracking constituent concerns. {New York Metro} Department of Education’s new chief equality officer tells Harlem parents that cash incentives in schools work. {City… [Read more…]
November 13, 2007 by loveisdope
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Hey Folks! The hubby and I will be out of town from November 16 to November 25 and I will not be able to update the site while I am away. However, WordPress has this fabulous feature where I can schedule my posts, so I can actually write entries out now and schedule them to… [Read more…]
November 13, 2007 by loveisdope
I love it! I will definitely be going to this if there are tickets left. I’m a huge fan of Q-Tip and Roy Hargrove. I’ll write up a review for UF if I end up going. Plus, don’t you love that Harlem residents get a discount? Fabulous. Performance: Friday, November 30 7:30pm… [Read more…]
November 13, 2007 by loveisdope
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The Frederick Douglass Creative Arts Center ( www.fdcac.org) and The Classical Theatre of Harlem ( www.classicaltheatreofharlem.org) in association with The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture ( http://www.nypl.org) present a staged reading of Musing Hughes by Quanda Johnson directed by Alexandra Aron CAST: The Word Smyth – William DeMeritt* The Songstress –… [Read more…]
November 13, 2007 by loveisdope
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Community Board 10 will be hosting a meeting about the 125th Street Rezoning on Nov 14 at 6:00 pm. Friends of St. Nicholas Park will be holding their monthly meeting tonight at 7:00 pm.
November 13, 2007 by loveisdope
Photo By Lauren Lancaster, Courtesy of City Limits “Newports! Newports!” You hear that call quite often when walking down 125th Street. Probably second only to women asking to braid your hair. Well, City Limits has done a little digging into the cigarette hustle that thrives in Harlem. There are some interesting smoking statistics and a… [Read more…]
November 13, 2007 by loveisdope
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Having problems with your child’s school? So are parents at this $18,000/year pre-school in Morningside Heights. {New York Times} Councilwoman Inez Dickens fined for fundraising and spending missteps during 2005 campaign. {Columbia Spectator} The Church of Scientology looks to strengthen its presence in Harlem. Maybe Tom Cruise will start hanging out on 125th Street. {Columbia… [Read more…]
November 12, 2007 by loveisdope
Below is a message from the Friends of St. Nicholas Park. Dear Friends, This Tuesday, November 13th, from 7pm-9pm, we will have a our Monthly Meeting at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church located at 55 Edgecombe Ave. at the intersection of Edgecombe and St. Nicholas Ave. (Across from the park). We will be discussing types… [Read more…]
November 12, 2007 by loveisdope
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Jazz for Curious Listeners is a series sponsored by the National Jazz Museum in Harlem. Every Tuesday, a free jazz course is offered and taught by guest instructors. This week’s class is focused on Count Basie. The class is 7pm-8pm at the Harlem School for the Arts (645 St. Nicholas Avenue). You can register by… [Read more…]
November 12, 2007 by loveisdope
Greetings, My name is Demetria (aka loveisdope) and I am the new editor-in-chief here at UPTOWNflavor. I’ve been tinkering around for the past week, so you’ve most likely seen my posts already. UPTOWNflavor is a great site and I hope to engage its ever-growing readership. A little about me….I am a freelance writer, Harlem resident,… [Read more…]
November 12, 2007 by narmer
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Are NY banks abusing their power to seize money? Low-income New Yorkers think so. {New York Daily News}
November 12, 2007 by loveisdope
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An NBA Development League Team may be on its way to Harlem. {New York Times} Hip Hop 4 Life set to launch its Man Up! program at Bread and Roses Integrated Arts High School. {Hip Hop Elements} NY Post profile on Sharon Jones; investment banker, owner of Harlem Lanes and life-long Harlem resident. { New… [Read more…]
November 11, 2007 by loveisdope
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Paula Coleman cordially invites you to P.C.O.G. Gallery’s First Fine Art Salon. Featuring abstract & mixed media Artists Leonardo Benzant, Calvin Coleman & TAIJAY Tribal Spears Gallery Spring Johnson, 212-666-6550 2167 Frederick Douglass Blvd. 8th Ave. bet. 116th & 117th Streets New York, New York 10026 Exhibition Dates: November 9, 2007 –… [Read more…]
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November 10, 2007 by loveisdope
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MONDAY NOVEMBER 12, 2007 AT 6:00 PM Walter Mosley was one of the very 1st authors to sign at Hue-Man and now he is BACK with his 10th installment in the Easy Rawlin’s series. Come find out if this will be the last? For more information visit http://www.huemanbookstore.com.
November 10, 2007 by loveisdope
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Don’t forget about the Dance Theatre of Harlem! The Open House Series starts this Sunday.
November 10, 2007 by D. Bell
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November 9, 2007 by loveisdope
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As always, Harlem has a few things going on this weekend to keep you busy. Below are some suggestions that were sent our way. Hope you find something you like. Have a great weekend! The 25 and up crowd can head to Ginger on Friday night for some old school hip hop and r &… [Read more…]
November 9, 2007 by loveisdope
*Update: Harlem Tea Room served their last cup of tea in 2008. A member of the Uptown Flavor community recently visited The Harlem Tea Room and had a pretty lukewarm experience. He was disappointed at the lack of attentiveness from staff, the apparent inability of the establishment to know the difference between biscuits and scones… [Read more…]
November 9, 2007 by loveisdope
NYCHA intends to lease 17 East Harlem properties to private developers. The plan is to create over 300 units of affordable housing. Some oppose privatization altogether. Others believe creating new partnerships is necessary to solve the affordable housing crisis. Read columnist Errol Louis’ thoughts here. What do you think?
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November 19, 2007 by narmer
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