Welcome to Harlem’s Newsletter
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A New Look For This Newsletter
This week, we’ll switch from a WordPress email distribution to a new newsletter publisher. The emails will now come from: hnba@mail.beehiiv.com (Beehiiv.com being the new newsletter platform we’re using) You can expect new newsletters to look like this: We hope you will enjoy the new format.
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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…
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HNBA at Party on Park
Harlem residents were excited to learn more about HNBA and how engaged we are with the community, doing our best to address concerns and maintain a good quality of life for us all. Here is a pic of the table: As Seen In Harlem A photo of 125th Street and Lexington from The Smile’s rooftop…
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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…
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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…
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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…
