African Diaspora Summer Film Series

African Day Parade 2008

The African Day Parade 2008 will be held in Harlem, NYC on Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd from 127th Street to 116th Street on Sunday, August 24, 2008 from 12pm to 7pm The 2nd Annual African Day Parade and Street Festival will take place on Sunday, August 24 2008. It will be a unique opportunity… [Read more…]

The Scoop: Grime and Crime Edition

East Harlem tenants protest deplorable living conditions [Fox] Police hunt for killer of Bronx Boxer [Fox] Jealous Ex kills Harlem mom with machete [NYDN]

Narmer’s Newstand

This Year in New York City, the Big News Is the Lack of It [NYT] U.S. Justice Dept. Proposal Would Allow State, Local Police To Collect Intelligence On Americans [click here for more] Mrs. Fields cookies plans bankruptcy [NYDN] Airlines back off extra bag fees for military [NYDN] In a Bronx Grotto, Seeking the Virgin… [Read more…]

The Scoop: What’s Good in Harlem Edition

Ed. Note: Today’s Scoop features a collection of”feel good” stories about Harlem.  In the wake of violence, gentrification, and overdevelopment it’s nice to get back to the “real” soul of Harlem — the people. Harlem Day celebrates neighborhood health [NY1] Volunteers combine charity forces in E. Harlem [NY1] Women in Medicine Exhibit on Display [TriCityHerald]

The Scoop: Harlem is Worldwide Edition

Ed. Note: The Harlem U.K. connection is strong. I’ve been seeing a number of U.K. publications, as well as radio and TV programs focused on Harlem. I pulled the title from the apparent fascination that the U.K. has with Harlem’s gentrification. Below are a couple of articles worth noting. Harlem Fears Loss of Historical Identity… [Read more…]

African Diaspora Summer Film Series

This Afternoon at the Harlem Meer

Pucci Amanda Jhones, Vocals Joe Tranchina, Piano Casey “Shadow” Benjamin on, Alto Andy Mc Cloud, Bass, Dwayne “Cook” Broadnax, Drums Sunday August 17, show starting at 2-4 This concert is in celebration of Robert Blumenthal Harlem Meer Jazz Festival Info: http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/upcoming_events/events_search.php?id=65221 http://puccijhones.com/

The Scoop: Weekend Extra, Extra Edition

Walking the avenues, streets, and boulevards of the city for close to a century [NYT] Curator decides to downsize, uptown [NYDN] Car Washes paying workers only $3-$4 a hour [NYT] Gov. Paterson’s wicked sense of humor catches ‘em off guard [NYT] President of Georgia attended Columbia [NYT] Sign of the times as Riverton defaults on… [Read more…]

Dr. Billy Taylor Tribute

This week the National Jazz Museum in Harlem focuses yet again on the career and music of the magnificent Dr. Billy Taylor, a jazz ambassador and educator bar none, who embodies the best of the jazz tradition and exhibits the history of jazz piano every occasion he performs. See below for details of this special… [Read more…]

Rahsaan Patterson

Rahsaan Patterson will return to his hometown, New York City, for the City Parks Concert Series on August 21st at Marcus Garvey Park. With his current CD Wines and Spirits receiving critical and fan acclaim and his second single, “Feels Good,” continuing to climb the charts with a bullet, Rahsaan is bringing his international listening… [Read more…]

Audubon Park and Terrace Walking Tour

AUDUBON PARK AND AUDUBON TERRACE MUSEUM COMPLEX Audubon Park and the Audubon Terrace Museum Complex were named for naturalist John James Audubon who had his home on a 30-acre tract of land that extended from 155th Street to 158th Street Amsterdam Avenue to the Hudson River in the Washington Heights community of Manhattan. The Audubon… [Read more…]

African Diaspora Summer Film Series: Zoned In

Chuck Allen Scholarship Fund

The Senator Chuck Allen, III Scholarship Fund celebrates Harlem Week during the month of August with the “Everybody Loves Chuck” LGBT (&peeps!) dance at S.P.E.C.-the undercroft, located 204 W. 134th street, New York NY (between 7th and 8th Avenues) 10pm-1am on Saturday August 23. American Apparel, Here T.V., Pour Moi Liquor, Paper, Harlem World and… [Read more…]

African Diaspora Summer Film Series

Weekend Bridge and Street Closures – Uptown Edition

NEW YORK CITYWeekend Bridge and Street Closures – August 16-17 The 145th Street Bridge will be closed from 12:01 am to 7:00 am on Saturday. Motorists and pedestrians may use the Macombs Dam Bridge or the Madison Avenue Bridge. No bridge closures will commence until two hours following the completion of the Yankees night game.… [Read more…]

The Scoop: Surprise, Surprise Edition

The Riverton expects to default by next month [WSJ] Rangel won’t be giving a speech at the DNC [NYDN] Boxer Santana maintains his innocence [Newsday] Double Shooting in Harlem [ABC] DMX’s townhouse sold for a paltry $120K [Curbed]

Harlem is Poppin’ All Weekend Long!

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16TH, the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting a Summer Children’s Series at the 133rd Street Playground at St. Nicholas Avenue from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.  There will be an obstacle course, face painting, arts and crafts, tie-dying, and more. SATURDAY, AUGUST 16TH, HARLEM WEEK STREET FAIR – International Vendors,… [Read more…]

Narmer’s Newstand

Council Member To Introduce Parking Bills[NYS] U.S. opens WWII spy files [NYDN] Addressing Stolen IDs [NYP] School Cop Reports Eyed [NYP] 2042 to see a white minority [NYP] Eleo Pomare, Dancer and Rebel, Dies at 70 [NYT] Skin Bleaching Thrives Despite Ugandan Government Ban on Dangerous Cosmetics [WIP] Pastor Steps Forward With New Claim of… [Read more…]

Last of the Sundown Series

Last Chance to Nominate Us for the 2008 Black Weblog Awards

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Mujer: Photo Exhibit on Dominican Women

– Show is First to Use New Public Space along Amsterdam Avenue — “MUJER,” a groundbreaking photography exhibit by Nicole Sánchez honoring the lives and achievements of Dominican women from all walks of life, will be on display at The City College of New York (CCNY) August 19 through September 30. It will be installed… [Read more…]

How to Get to Sesame Street

Tune in to Sesame Street on PBS tomorrow morning to see “Murray Had a Little Lamb,” a segment focused on a music school that was filmed at HSA with approximately 30 HSA students. The show will air again on September 3rd and November 18th. Sesame Street airs at 7 a.m. on WNET Channel 13 or at… [Read more…]

What’s Up?

We’ve been slacking on the “what’s ups” lately, but our recent Reader’s Choice feature sparked a few questions from other readers wondering “what’s up.” An anonymous reader wonders, [Does]“anyone have any happy hours spots to share? some places don’t have happy hours uptown, which is sad when a bar is empty at 5pm and they… [Read more…]

Recession Proof Pizza Night

Patsy’s in East Harlem is celebrating 75th years in the pizza business. You can grab a pizza there for 60¢ on Tuesday, August 19. The retro pricing event runs from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Patsy’s 2287 First Avenue New York ,NY 10035 (b/n 117th and 118th streets via: Slice Photo credit: jslander via Flickr

The Scoop: The Hope Edition

New HOPE for Harlem’s School Children [NYS] Harlem’s Children Rally Against Gun Violence [NY1] The Greening of Harlem is not so easy for some new homeowners [NYT] Fifth on the Park still rolling out those video testimonials [YouTube] A Writer Laments the defunkification of Harlem [Courier-Journal] Smart Cars in Harlem are leaving some people feeling… [Read more…]

Toni’s Touch Day Spa (Now closed)

Editor’s Note: Now Closed (2010) People that are new to the neighborhood assume that the only place to get their nails and waxing needs taken care of in Harlem is at the unkempt nail shops located on 125th Street. However, long time residents know that Harlem has hidden treasures tucked away, off of the beaten… [Read more…]

Free Screening: For Our Sons

REAL DADS NETWORK & UTS New York City Proudly Presents Saturday, August 23rd at 3:00PM “FOR OUR SONS” (Young, Black & Male In America), A Film Written, Produced & Directed by Vanz Chapman and Eric K. McKay This groundbreaking documentary film consists of powerful interviews with Black men from different walks of life, men who… [Read more…]

Grant Opportunity: NYFA Fellowships

How to Apply for NYFA Artists’ Fellowships Monday, August 18, 6:30pm The Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance (NoMAA) is pleased to host a NYFA Artist Fellowship orientation seminar.  Learn how to apply for awards of $7,000, which the New York Foundation for the Arts offers to individual artists living and working in New York State for… [Read more…]

Do it for the kids

Looking for some activities to get the kids out of your hair before they head back to school?  NYC Parks and Rec has it covered.  This morning they had puppet shows in St. Nicholas Park.  Check out what else they have to offer: SATURDAY, AUGUST 16TH, the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting… [Read more…]

Harlem Day Activities

Harlem Day Sunday, August 17, 2008 10:00 a.m. Outlook Yahoo! Calendar Google Calendar iCal Our biggest day, this event features multiple stages with live performances and entertainment. Events take place all day.  Free to the general public. Part I: Music festival 12 p.m.-7 p.m. 3 Main Stages: 1. St. Nicholas Stage – R & B/Hip… [Read more…]

Reader’s Choice: Nicole Moore

Way back when I first started this blog (two or three URL extensions ago) I asked my readers to submit their favorite places to get products and services around the neighborhood. The feature turned out to be a one time thing and sort of fell by the wayside. Well, I would like to bring it… [Read more…]

Today’s Child

Today’s Child Magazine will launch their 4th annual cover model search: Today’s Child Magazine’s National Cover Model Search Powered by: Just for Me! ™:“Where Little Stars Are Made!” Enter your little one today for the opportunity to be Today’s Child Magazine’s next cover model. All Children ages 8 and under welcome! Check out Inside Today’s… [Read more…]

Harlem Week Activities – August 16th

Harlem Week: Uptown Saturday Night Saturday, August 16, 2008 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Outlook Yahoo! Calendar Google Calendar iCal A free outdoor cultural arts, entertainment, and dance festival honoring the grand village of Harlem! Part I: “Dancing in the Streets” Dance Performances Featuring swing, jazz, Latin music, the electric slide, college step show, and the Chicago… [Read more…]

The Scoop: Mixed Bag Edition

Harlem political consultant says racism not a factor in the US Prez race [ET] Chronicling Harlem Basketball from half court [Bounce] An Open Letter to Gov. Paterson [FI] Photographer uses double exposure to create eye catching photographs [CR] Preserving Tito’s musical legacy [CR] Everybody loves Rangel [NYDN] Show me the money panel of Harlem entrepreneurs… [Read more…]

Narmer’s Newstand

Glitch in Metrocard Machine let Trio Steal 800G from MTA [NYP] City’s buses full of commuting women Survey raises more gender questions than it answers [NYM] Paterson Seeks Cuts of $1 Billion [NYT] Variable-Speed Escalators Off to a Shaky Start [NYT] Rangel Tells of Saving U.S. Subsidies [NYT] ACT scores show 3 in 4 need… [Read more…]

Uptown Friday Nights are Back

Dance to the sounds of some of the hottest audio masters in New York, connect with others during guided tours or shop ‘til you drop in the Museum’s newly restocked store. Bring a friend and have a cocktail and conversation. But—whatever you do—don’t miss these fun and festive evenings of culture in Harlem! Uptown Fridays!… [Read more…]

The Scoop: The House and Home Edition

How Green is the Kalahari? Ask the NYist [NYC] Rapper DMX’s House is (still) going to be auctioned off tomorrow [NYT] You may find more Houston-ians (not pronounced House-ton) wandering around East Harlem [Chron] Big Brother will be watching your drive into the city [NYT] While lux living is the buzzword of the day, others… [Read more…]

Using the “Arts to Grow” and Enrich Harlem’s Youth

As arts education programs continue to lose funding in schools, Arts to Grow, a non-profit organization that offers free art classes to low-income youth, uses the arts and artistic expression as tools to empower and educate. For the last four weeks, Arts to Grow has provided free summer art classes to children at Harlem RBI,… [Read more…]

Harlem Meer Social Hour

Are you looking for an after-work pick-me-up that takes you away from the crowded bars and restaurants of New York City?  Join us for a fresh alternative to the tired old happy hour scene at The Central Park Conservancy’s series for young professionals, the “Harlem Meer Social Hour.” Each month, the Conservancy hosts a different… [Read more…]