Category: Culture

  • Harlem in Film

    Harlem in Film

    These were independent films that were shot almost entirely on studio stages, (virtually no on-the-streets cinematography). Still, these two films remain important documents of how Harlem and Black life in Harlem was envisioned and represented by a Black director – Oscar Micheaux. This is the double feature DVD: You can learn more about Oscar Micheaux…

  • 119th Street and 5th Avenue

    119th Street and 5th Avenue

    A great photo from 1992 of Bob’s Newsstand, taken at 5th Avenue and 119th Street. It’s a little hard to see, but Bob is standing to the left of the door. Here is that intersection, today: The black and white photo is taken by Katsu Naito and is featured in a Guardian photo essay: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2023/sep/04/katsu-naito-harlem-1990s-new-york-photo-essay…

  • Film Screening: Exploring the Impact of Methadone on Communities of Color

    Film Screening: Exploring the Impact of Methadone on Communities of Color

    Tomorrow! Join “Swallow This” Directors in a Conversation About Methadone’s Impact on Communities of Color It was FREEDOM. Swallow THIS: A Documentary About Methadone and COVID-19 uncovers what happened in opioid treatment programs during the pandemic.   Join the directors and The Greater Harlem Coalition in a free screening and conversation with the directors on Saturday,…

  • Halloween And Our Community Affairs Officers

    Halloween And Our Community Affairs Officers

    The 25th Precinct wants kids to be safe this Halloween. Here is what they’ve got planned: We are excited to announce we will be partnering with the 23 Precinct, 28 Precinct, PSA 5, Youth Services Division and Manhattan Outreach Unit to bring you Halloween in Harlem. Our joint event will take place on Thursday, October 26th from…

  • Harlem Toile de Jouy Pattern Stoneware and Cast Iron Dutch Oven

    Harlem Toile de Jouy Pattern Stoneware and Cast Iron Dutch Oven

    Le Creuset, a cookware and kitchenware brand that’s been in existence for nearly a century, introduced a new line – the Harlem Toile de Jouy collection. The artist whose work is now on stoneware and a Dutch oven in the collection, is Sheila Bridges. Her vision was to use the collaboration with Le Creuset to…

  • Um, no.

    Um, no.

    Uptown Harlem and Downtown Brooklyn, please. For sale, HERE. Professor Seeking Apartment for Spring Semester Tulane professor seeks quiet Manhattan apartment for Spring 2024 fellowship at Fordham/NYPL. Dates are flexible and she is willing to help with mail, plants, etc, Contact: JewishStudies@Fordham.edu if you have a lead.

  • Film Screening: Exploring the Impact of Methadone on Communities of Color

    Film Screening: Exploring the Impact of Methadone on Communities of Color

    Next week! Join “Swallow This” Directors in a fascinating conversation about how methadone has impacted communities of color like Harlem and East Harlem. The free film screening and discussion with the directors will be on Saturday, October 14th at 2:00 PM. All welcome. It was FREEDOM. Swallow THIS: A Documentary About Methadone and COVID-19 uncovers…

  • HNBA’s October Meeting – Tuesday at 7:00 PM

    HNBA’s October Meeting – Tuesday at 7:00 PM

    Hello Harlem Neighbors, Everyone is welcome to come out and attend the October HNBA meeting on Tuesday (October 10th) at 7 PM.   Mount Sinai’s Dr. Prameet Singh will attend to talk about Mount Sinai’s methadone clinic at Park/125.  Here is your chance to learn more about what Mount Sinai is doing regarding public safety and…

  • Halloween Activities from MMPCIA

    Halloween Activities from MMPCIA

    Let’s Volunteer TogetherBy Cleaning Up and Fall Decorating Lenox Ave. Join Us on Saturday, Oct. 14th8 AM to 2 PM – Lenox Ave.W117th to W124th Clean up and decorate with Halloween and Harvest decorations. It’s a fun and beautiful activity for the whole community. Join #HalloGreenerLenox“I Just Really Enjoy It. Its Hard Work But I…

  • Ski Harlem

    Ski Harlem

    No, not that kind of skiing, the kind with wheels: Ski Harlem’s mission it is to teach Americans how exciting and fun Roller Skiing can be. The hills of Harlem are the pinnacle of what Manhattan Island has on offer for Roller Skiers. This is not pan flat boring terrain. This is up and down slopes…

  • Black Belts and Blessings

    Black Belts and Blessings

    A classic 1994 New York Times article on nuns in East Harlem learning martial arts as they perform charity in the community: Smoke-Free Join Sinergia and Public Health Solutions on our upcoming free webinar via Zoom on 10/12 from 12 PM-1:30 p.m.  Event Name: Your Home & the Smoke-Free NYC Program Presenting Organization: Public Health…

  • Underground

    Underground

    For everyone (meaning all New Yorkers) who’s ever thought that there’s got to be a better way to deal with trash – better than just putting out plastic bags after 8pm – Amsterdam comes to the rescue. The new proposed system would operate like a typical garbage chute, but the trash would not just go…