Maybe Harlem really is becoming an extension of the Upper West Side. I happened to stumble upon an ad for a nanny needed for a two year old in Harlem. The person really thought that it was necessary to add “just north of the Upper West Side.” What’s that about? See the actual ad after… [Read more…]
May 31, 2008 by D. Bell
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We all know that rodents are a problem in not only Harlem, but all over New York City. The image of Templeton from Charlotte’s Web rolling around in piles of wasted food, belly extended and round, is a daily reality for the fat and happy rats that live in New York. They have no fear… [Read more…]
May 31, 2008 by D. Bell
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We’ve been so consumed with our affairs down in Harlem that we’ve been neglecting our friends in upper uptown. There have been quite a few interesting events taking place in Inwood and Washington Heights. The main event is jumping off this weekend. The Sixth Annual Uptown Arts Stroll will be opening on Sunday and continuing… [Read more…]
May 31, 2008 by D. Bell
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In 1993: America was virtually a cell phone-free world (pagers and pay phones were popular) Gas cost $1.04 a gallon Men Are From Mars, Women are from Venus was a best-seller Mike Piazza was nominated the National League’s “Rookie of the Year” The Oscar went to the movie Schindler’s List The Number One song of… [Read more…]
MTA Arts for Transit seeks to review images of artists’ past work for consideration for a commission to create public art for the East 180th Street station along the White Plains Road Line. Artists’ packages will be reviewed by a selection panel and finalists will be selected to create site-specific proposals. Approximately one percent of… [Read more…]
May 31, 2008 by D. Bell
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JAPAN DAY @ CENTRAL PARK Sunday, June 1 Part 1: Japan Run 4-Mile Race at 8 am (Kids’ Run at 9:30 am) The race is sponsored by New York Road Runners (registration is now closed). Part 2: Japan Day Festival from 10 am to 6 pm East Meadow in Central Park Main Entrance at 99th… [Read more…]
If there were a time for my favorite Harlem blogger to come out of retirement, it would be now. This is exactly the type of story that Chris over at Harlem Fur would run with. Alas, he seems to have faded into the shadows, consumed by elections, politics and whaaaa? Hey, even though he hasn’t… [Read more…]
May 30, 2008 by narmer
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Teen arraigned in Harlem Shooting [ New York Post] FDA proposes new drug label system [USATODAY.com] A Tiny Fruit That Tricks the Tongue [ NYTimes.com] In Economic Terms, Recycling Almost Pays [ NYTimes.com] Rev. Williams: ‘No More Jive Talk. It’s Time To Get Real’ [wcbstv.com] Civilian Complaint Review Board Rule Change Riles Advocates [The New… [Read more…]
Well, as soon as we get used to having one business set up shop in the nabe, they decide to close down and we are left to wonder who will be next? I can run down a short list of places off the top of my head. We’ve heard the rumors about Sugarhill Java and… [Read more…]
May 30, 2008 by D. Bell
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Uptown Lounge at Minton’s Playhouse, in support of its education-focused Minton’s Mentors Foundation, hosts a world record-breaking jazz event by programming 48 consecutive hours of jazz performances from Friday, July 4 at 12 noon until Sunday, July 6 at 12 midnight. Featured artists who have pledged support include Cyrus Chestnut, Grady Tate, Melba Moore, Onaje… [Read more…]
May 29, 2008 by D. Bell
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Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not go up on the Hill? Sugar Hill that is– also known as Hamilton Heights amongst the more cultured sect. The Hamilton Heights Homeowners Association is hosting their annual House and Garden Tour with events that start tomorrow and extend through Sunday. Last year, the weather was… [Read more…]
May 29, 2008 by D. Bell
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Saturday- Sunday 2-6 pm Contact: Truce: 212.663.0555 Vickie: 917. 557. 6717 Come to join us for the opening reception of: Recycling Art Exhibition Face to Face TRUCE and Vickie Fremont At the Mink Gallery 461 W 126 street May 28-June 1, 2008
May 29, 2008 by D. Bell
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Canvas Paper and Stone will be collaborating with The Real Dads Network to present BABA, a group show curated by Kheven LaGrone. BABA, which means “father” in several languages in Africa including Swahili, Shona, Zulu and Ndebele, brings together an eclectic mix of Black visual artists and media, including painting, ceramics, photography and mixed media.… [Read more…]
EZ’s has been in trouble for a while despite having received two very glowing U.F. reviews. Earlier this year Gordon started throwing rent parties to keep the place going, but it seems that he has since decided to go ahead and put the joint up for sale. See details below:
May 29, 2008 by narmer
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Vendors interested in operating one of New York City’s new Green Carts have the opportunity to apply now! All applications must be postmarked no later than June 18, 2008. This year’s 500 permits are now up for grabs. Another 500 permits will be available in 2009. Green Carts are mobile food carts that sell only raw fruits and… [Read more…]
May 29, 2008 by D. Bell
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City wants to revamp tax incentives for uptown fast food chains [NYT] Harlem teen charged with shooting another teen on Upper West Side [NYT] Supermarket preservation rally took place today at City Hall [NRA]
By forota via Flickr Pool. Sign posted on Convent Avenue
May 28, 2008 by D. Bell
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May 28: Abyssinian Baptist Church, located in New York’s historic center of Black cultural renaissance, has a lot to celebrate on its 200th anniversary. NBC’s Rehema Ellis reports. View video | digg story
May 28, 2008 by D. Bell
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May 28, 2008 by D. Bell
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Since quite a few of our readers are recent home buyers in Harlem, I thought you might be interested in the conundrum faced by a Curbed reader who is being offered a two bedroom, two bath lottery unit near Striver’s Row. My thoughts: I wouldn’t pay $450,000 to live on the top floor of a… [Read more…]
Believe it or not, this story actually has a Harlem connection. Remember, Harlem stays on top of fashion trends. The photo above is of Rachael Ray pushing you to drink a delish Dunkin Donuts Iced Latte. Notice what she is has around her neck. Why yes, that is a stylish silk scarf that we see… [Read more…]
May 28, 2008 by narmer
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Nightmare’ Bedevils Chairman of Assembly’s Tax Committee [ The New York Sun] Teachers Union Charges Misuse of Rubber Room [The New York Sun] Residents move into old Harlem church [The Real Deal New York Real Estate News] Kim Coles, Jacque Reid, and Sharon McGhee share powerful, personal stories of black women about sexuality, intimacy and… [Read more…]
While the East Hampton crowd had their own drama to content with this weekend, those who spent the long weekend in the city know that there was a shooting spree that took place last night along 125th and Lenox and extended up several blocks. Earlier reports noted that the number of wounded were thought to… [Read more…]
May 27, 2008 by D. Bell
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May 27, 2008 by illoquentgent
Beginning today bus riders on select routes in the city, including Harlem and Washington Heights, will be able to give the city’s MTA some feedback about the quality of their bus service. These buses will distribute report cards that passengers can fill out about their particular route. Passengers will be able to rate factors such… [Read more…]
May 27, 2008 by illoquentgent
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(Photo Credit: New York Times) A New Orleans native who moved to Harlem and worked as a paramedic for many years draws inspiration from his raw experiences in a second novel called ‘Black Flies’. [NYTimes] A sports commentator for a Seattle-based radio station describes her experience of getting stranded in Harlem on her way to… [Read more…]
Last July, UF featured The Dwyer Condo on 123rd and St. Nicholas. There had been a question for some time about the delays on the project, which seemed to do very well in terms of sales. This weekend I saw that people had started moving in and the building got its TCOs sometime last month.… [Read more…]
May 27, 2008 by D. Bell
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May 26, 2008 by narmer
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Teeth Gritted, Drivers Adjust to $4 Gasoline [NYTimes.com] Hip-Hopper Is Pardoned by Governor [NYTimes.com] What makes up the price of a gallon of gas? [USATODAY.com] Feds Call on Cell Cancelation Fees [New York Post] Many States, Many African-American Heritage Trails [NYTimes.com] Hard Times Hit Blacks, Latinos First and Worst [NAM] New York Blacks support Black… [Read more…]
The restaurant formerly known as Thai Alma is now open! Crappy camera phone shots.. but I went with a friend to Covo this weekend (which was nice) but noticed that the Thai-Latin spot, Talay, was open. Man, that lil’ corner of Harlem came outta’ nowhere! When I first moved to NY my cousin lived on… [Read more…]
May 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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With Memorial Day now behind us, we turn our attention to the next holiday on our calendar: Father’s Day. For people like me, who grew up without a male figure in the home, Father’s Day is one of those awkward holidays. My father died suddenly back in March of this year, and for the life… [Read more…]
May 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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N Boutique 114 West 116th Street (Between 7th & Lenox Avenues) New York, NY 10026 212.961.1036 email: info@nharlemnewyork.com www.nharlemnewyork.com For more information on Photographer Atsushi Nishijima, please click here. Photos by: Atsushi Nishijima.
Gallery 138 is pleased to announce the opening of a second exhibition space on Wednesday, May 28. Gallery 138 Uptown at Casa Vero, located at 138 West 124th Street in Harlem, is the creation of Vie Wilson and Brookie Maxwell. Their unique combination of talents is immediately evident in this new, collaborative space. Vie Wilson… [Read more…]
May 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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more about “UPTOWNflavor – Promo #1“, posted with vodpod
May 26, 2008 by D. Bell
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Artist in the Marketplace (AIM) comprises a twelve-week seminar program offered annually in the fall and the spring. Classes meet on Tuesday evenings 6 – 8 p.m. Enrollment is limited to 18 artists per semester. The program culminates with an annual group exhibition and accompanying catalogue. AIM sessions provide information, instruction, and professional guidance by… [Read more…]
May 25, 2008 by D. Bell
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May 25, 2008 by D. Bell
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Being the publishers of a weblog, we have a little crystal ball that tells us how some of our readers accidentally stumble onto our site. There are a number of search terms that show up regularly on the list. For the latecomers, here are the answers to your top 5 requests: Jasmine Guy: Yes, Whitley… [Read more…]
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May 31, 2008 by D. Bell
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