Zora Neale Hurston Celebrate one of the Harlem Renaissance’s leading authors, Zora Neale Hurston, in a production based on her life and works. Saturday, March 29 2:00 PM In honor of Women’s History Month, celebrate one of the Harlem Renaissance’s leading authors, Zora Neale Hurston, in an interactive production based on her life and… [Read more…]
March 13, 2008 by Grace A Ali
TIME LINES – Hip Hop Africa: Global Currents, New Media March 28, 2008 6PM – 8PM Conceptual artist, writer and musician Paul D. Miller/DJ Spooky That Subliminal Kid moderates an all-star panel discussion on African hip hop and music videos. Professors Jesse Shipley (Bard College) and Michael Ralph (New York University) join Shaheen Ariefdien of the pioneering South African rap group Prophets of da… [Read more…]
March 13, 2008 by seeker4truth
Dynamically Talented. Refreshing. Fiercely Honest. Passionate. These are just a few words to describe the multi-faceted artist, Eliza B. Written by: Tiffany Y’vonne Standing at a statuesque 6’2 and built like a supermodel, Eliza B. automatically commands all eyes on her; but do not let that blind you to the power within this soulful spirit.… [Read more…]
March 13, 2008 by D. Bell
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A Women’s History Month Celebration Join us in honoring the contributions of … Susana Martinez, Poet & Painter Agnes Rivera, Housing Activist, Community Voices Heard Laura Benitez, Member of District 8 Youth Council Thursday, March 27th 2008 6:00pm to 8:00pm Carlos Rios Community Room 335 E. 105th Street (bet 1st & 2nd Ave) Enjoy an… [Read more…]
March 13, 2008 by D. Bell
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U.F. received the following note from Gordon at Big Apple Jazz informing us about the dire straits he is facing to stay open. Below are some suggustions as to how you can help out.
March 13, 2008 by seeker4truth
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Written By: TiffanyY’vonne Black Eyed Peas front-man, Will.i.am, (who will be celebrating a birthday this weekend) has released a second on-line music video, “We Are The Ones,” in support of presidential hopeful Barack Obama. The video includes a star-studded cast offering cameo appearances, along with ordinary Americans representing various ethnic groups. “We Are The Ones”… [Read more…]
March 13, 2008 by illoquentgent
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This week Angie Hancock, President of Experience:Harlem reached out to UF to extend a party invitation to the ever hip Tribal Spears Gallery on Tuesday night. I answered the call of duty and decided to attend. Experience:Harlem was founded in 2006 to serve as a complete guide to all aspects of living and playing in… [Read more…]
March 13, 2008 by illoquentgent
Aisha Diallo, co-owner of La Perle Noire Café expresses her pride for the new Governor This week Harlem has had two big topics to talk about. Most recently former Lt. Governor David Paterson, a “favorite son of Harlem”, ascended to the post of Governor of New York State following a scandal that rocked the State… [Read more…]
March 13, 2008 by narmer
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Details of the Mayor’s Residential Parking Permit Proposal [ Streetsblog] Racial Issue Bubbles Up Again for Democrats [ New York Times] City Council Launches Job Training Program [NY1] In a Senate Tie, Could Bruno Vote Twice? [New York Times Blog] No indictment in officers killing of off-duty cop [ amNY.com] Flier Urges Queens Residents To… [Read more…]
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March 13, 2008 by Grace A Ali
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