From the how ironic files comes this story about the Harlem Hellfighters, subjects of an indy film being screened at the Tribeca Film Festival, being “booted” from their home field in retaliation for their coach speaking out about racism. Duke Ferguson, the team’s coach, has filed a lawsuit against the Board of Education, stemming from… [Read more…]
Photo credit: RD/flickr Earlier this month we celebrated and lamented the approval of the 125th Rezoning Plan. Well, now it’s official. The Council has voted to pass the plan by a vote of 47 to 2. This decision will have a major impact on the old, gritty, grimy 125th Street that some people have grown… [Read more…]
April 30, 2008 by D. Bell
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If you read Variety or the plethora of entertainment blogs you may have already heard that Sean “P-Diddy” Combs is getting a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Combs, a Harlem native, is among a slew of stars who will be honored with a star on the coveted strip of sidewalk near the Grauman’s… [Read more…]
April 30, 2008 by D. Bell
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a curatorial series on cinema and new media Judith Escalona’s “Bx3M: a work in process” Hector Canonge’s “Idolatries/Idolatrías” Exhibition: March 19 – April 30, 2008 Closing Reception: Wednesday, April 30, 6PM – 8PM Music provided by Joe Falcon and Coco Rico with Stuart Watson MediaNoche is located in the corner store at 1355 Park Avenue,… [Read more…]
April 30, 2008 by Grace A Ali
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In addition to his literary merits as an author, John Edgar Wideman’s personal story is often his most prolific prose. Years ago, Wideman’s brother was sentenced to life in prison; tragically, his son would soon embark on the same fate. Fanon, A Novel explores the life of the revolutionary Frantz Fanon. Of Wideman’s new work… [Read more…]
April 30, 2008 by narmer
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Weiner Seeks Federal Help To Add ‘Affordable’ Housing [The New York Sun] Lawmaker: Tobacco Smuggling Nets Terrorist Groups Millions [The New York Sun] Charter Schools Win Battle Against Audits [The New York Sun] Sharpton, Community Groups Plan Demonstrations [The New York Sun] Food Shortage [ New York Post] Rev-enge is sweet for Barack’s Betrayed Pastor… [Read more…]
April 29, 2008 by D. Bell
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FRIDAY, May 2, 6:00-10:00pm South Wing—Lower Gallery Admission: Free A New York City rock and roll extravaganza; a musical exploration of up and coming urban rock and roll superstars. With The Bangers and Dragons of Zynth.
April 29, 2008 by D. Bell
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April 29, 2008 by illoquentgent
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(Photo Credit: Black Athlete Sports Network) The formation of the musical group “The Ravens” wasn’t the only amazing thing that happened in Harlem in 1945. A little known story about the ‘pivotal moment in the entire history of the Negro Leagues’ occurred in Harlem in November. (Black Athlete Sport Network) An outside look at New… [Read more…]
April 29, 2008 by illoquentgent
Well folks, despite the recent wave of showers we all got a taste of warm weather in precious Harlem. I for one couldn’t help but feel like taking a swim the other week when we had 73 degree weather. My first thought was the Jackie Robsinson Pool. And for those of us who would like… [Read more…]
April 29, 2008 by narmer
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Supreme Court Upholds Voter Identification Law in Indiana [New York Times] Wright Says Criticism Is Attack on Black Church [New York Times] Fosamax tied to increased risk of heart condition [ USATODAY.com] Comptroller To Probe City’s Class-Size Reduction Effort [The New York Sun] Lawmakers Use Pressure Tactics in Wake of Bell Verdict [The New York… [Read more…]
The May Coffee Bark at St. Nick’s Dog Run will be next Saturday, May 3rd from 9-11am. This month’s Coffee Bark is sponsored by New York Tails Magazine – the magazine for the People and Pets of New York City. The magazine is full of exciting articles about being a pet owner in NYC. Check… [Read more…]
April 28, 2008 by D. Bell
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April 28, 2008 by D. Bell
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No, really. Yoga is hot. I’m talking about Bikram Yoga and if you want to know more about it you’re in luck. A new Bikram Yoga studio has opened up on 145th Street and the introductory price is only $20/week! What is Bikram Yoga you ask? Well, here is a description from the website: Bikram… [Read more…]
April 28, 2008 by D. Bell
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While I thought the use of the synthesizer went out in the 80s with Roger Troutman and Zapp, it seems to have made a come back in the form of the severely overly exposed producer T-Pain and his handy-dandy auto-tune. If you are one of the many who are tired of the state of urban… [Read more…]
April 28, 2008 by narmer
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CITY ISSUING EVEN MORE PARKING TIX [ New York Post] AMBULANCE IN RAP SLAP [New York Post] Black Baseball’s Rich Legacy [ New York Times] Insects Talk on the Plant-Phone [The News is NowPublic.com] Bill Would Shift Power Over Rent Regulations to Council [The New York Sun] Victims of Genital Mutilation Face Deportation [The New… [Read more…]
April 28, 2008 by D. Bell
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MONDAY 4/28: 6:30pm Protest in East Harlem, gather at Art for Change – 1699 Lexington Avenue, Basement North, between 106 & 107th Streets (6 to 103rd Street)
April 28, 2008 by D. Bell
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The 2008 Green Foods Festival is a Harlem/East Harlem, community health event held to emphasize the importance of making healthy eating and healthy lifestyle choices. This event will be held at the historic Marcus Garvey (Mt. Morris) Park -New York. Experience healthy cuisines from the… Caribbean, Asia, Latin America, Indian, Middle Eastern and more!… [Read more…]
April 27, 2008 by Grace A Ali
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Veteran actors Laurence Fishburne, Morgan Freeman, and James Earl Jones are currently headlining major theater productions on Broadway. Fishburne is undertaking the one man play on the life of the honorable Thurgood Marshall. Morgan Freeman headlines The Country Girl and James Earl Jones is part of the all star black cast for Cat On A… [Read more…]
April 27, 2008 by D. Bell
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Harlem Courthouse 170 East 121st Street New York, NY 10035 Date Built: 1891-1893 Architect: Thom and Wilson The Harlem Courthouse is located at the corner of East 121st Street and Sylvan Place. This building was built between 1891 and 1893, for use by the Municipal and Magistrate’s Courts. Its original function as a court ended… [Read more…]
April 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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The Sean Bell Tragedy By Kevin Powell April 25, 2008 I am sick to my stomach and I really do not know what to say right this second. My cell and office phones have been blowing up all day, and people have been emailing me nonstop, to let me know that Detectives Michael Oliver, Gescard… [Read more…]
April 26, 2008 by narmer
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Harlem Hospital Restores Historic WPA Murals [Columbia News] FDA Plans To Examine Scope Of Complaints About Laser Eye Surgery [Free Internet Press] Study: Humans Faced Near Extinction 70,000 Years Ago [Free Internet Press] Paterson Urged To Revise Rent Control Laws [The New York Sun] Immigrants Sending Food Home [The New York Sun ] Sentences Reduced… [Read more…]
Admittedly most of the focus has been on the Condo and Co-op developments in Harlem, but those readers who are not yet in a position to purchase their little piece of Harlem can still attain the same luxury living available to their home-buying friends. Case in point — Marble Court, 12 brand new luxury rental… [Read more…]
April 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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IMG0751, originally uploaded by forota. Many of you old enough to remember the advent of the AIDS epidemic remember that a prime “breeding” place for the spread of the disease was purportedly in gay bath houses. The Mt. Morris Baths didn’t start out as a gay bath house and surprisingly didn’t close as a result… [Read more…]
April 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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Sunday, May 18, 2008 Noon to 5 p.m. East 106th Street / Julia de Burgos Blvd. bet. 3rd and Park Avenues See application form for artists, organizations and food vendors who wish to reserve space. Website: CB11m.org | Download application [pdf] Photo credit:Angelo Rivera/NewYorkCool.com
April 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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Charly Palmer, Black Girl, mixed media on canvas, 24″ x 30 © Charly Palmer
April 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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Saturday, May 17, 2008 The Reece School 25 East 104th Street (just blocks from the #6 train stop at 103rd and Lexington) 1 to 4 p.m. Celebrating the historic role played by the arts in defining the East Harlem we know today! Break-Out Sessions: Small Arts Organizations: “Capacity-Building Strategies for the 21st Century” Individual/Freelancing Artists:… [Read more…]
April 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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April 25, 2008 by D. Bell
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The other week we shared Amanda Diva’s single “Windows Over Harlem”. Now we have the accompanying video which was shot at St. Nick’s Pub and other familiar locations throughout Harlem. from videos.onsmash.com posted with vodpod
April 25, 2008 by D. Bell
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Saturday April 26, 11-4p and Sunday April 27, 11-4. See a vast selections of townhouses and condominium developments spanning from East Harlem to West Harlem. 2 chartered mini-buses will be offering hop on, hop off service on a first come first serve basis. For the full itinerary: www.prudentialelliman.com/images/HarlemOpenHouseTourExpo2008.pdf or visit www.prudentialelliman.com Organized by Brian Phillips,… [Read more…]
April 25, 2008 by D. Bell
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www.lafamilydub.com www.lapregunta.net 1528 Amsterdam Ave. 1 Train to 137th St.
April 25, 2008 by D. Bell
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Date: Sunday April 27, 2008 Time: Starts at 11AM (arrive at 10 AM) Rangers dressed in period dress will be offering tours of the site of General Grant’s internment. The Secretary of the Interior will attend as well as NYC Parks Commissioner Adrian Benepe and National Parks of NY Harbor Commissioner, Maria Burks. There will be… [Read more…]
It doesn’t get any hotter than this folks! The music speaks for itself. Have a great weekend! Watch Video: “Rising Up” [Vibe.com] Source: Vibe.com
When I was in high school, British Knights were all the rage. Who knew that we might actually be neighbors with one? With the Brits invading “New” Harlem on this side of the big pond, they will certainly need someone from home to keep them entertained. Who better than Brit-Popster, Duffy? The flaxen locked, blue… [Read more…]
From April 27 – May 18 the HomeBase Project will be celebrating its third year. HomeBase III has landed in a historical landmark townhouse in Sugar Hill, Harlem. This year’s project includes a group of international artists from Lebanon, USA, Germany, Israel, Switzerland, Iran, as well as local Harlem artists who have inhabited the space… [Read more…]
April 24, 2008 by narmer
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Vornado Subsidiary Wins Pier 94 Contract [The New York Sun ] Doomsday police units to patrol city subways [NYDaily] Cops hunt for Washington Heights Sex Fiend [New York Post] They might be labeled parent (un)coordinators [NYDaily] Calorie Posting In Chain Restaurants Delayed Until Next Week [NY1: Top Stories]
April 24, 2008 by D. Bell
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Coming soon to El Barrio! La Casa Azúl Bookstore will be an independent bookstore/café, offering new and used books in English and Spanish. The bookstore will offer a wide range of books and music from the Unites States, México, Latin America and the Caribbean. Join us at the Website Launch Party Thursday April 24th 6pm… [Read more…]
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April 30, 2008 by D. Bell
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