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  • Art Kane on Choosing East 126th Street
    Art Kane on Choosing East 126th Street

    If you’ve ever wondered why Art Kane chose East 126th Street for his iconic photo, here is his explanation: And, while 17 East 126th Street was the ultimate location, few know that in the middle of the project, everyone moved a block eastward, to 52 East 126th Street, but after a few test photos (and…

  • HNBA Meeting on Tuesday, October 12th, 7:00 PM
    HNBA Meeting on Tuesday, October 12th, 7:00 PM

    Join HNBA and learn more about the large new development that the National Black Theater has for 5th Avenue at 125/126 Street. We’ll hear from the founder’s (Barbara Teer) son who is managing the project. The Democratic Manhattan Borough President candidate Mark Levine will also swing by our Zoom meeting and answer any questions about…

  • MMPCIA Children’s Safety Protest
    MMPCIA Children’s Safety Protest

    Public Art at PS109

  • Ephesus Seventh-Day Adventist Church
    Ephesus Seventh-Day Adventist Church

    Some great stonework on the outside of Ephesus Church – Lenox and West 124th Street. And Underground… A short distance north, and under the street, are these great mosaics: Faith Ringgold is the artist behind these amazing works. Ms. Ringgold took inspiration for the title of her mosaic from a Lionel Hampton song, Flying Home.…

  • Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Apollo
    Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Apollo

    Black Entrepreneurs Day curated by Shark Tank’s Daymond John will be held at the Apollo Theater on October 6th. We would love to invite Harlem Neighborhood Block Association members to join us at the live filming of Black Entrepreneurs Day on October 6th at 5pm-8:30pm. The The Harlem Neighborhood Block Association stands with the right…

  • Minerals
    Minerals

    You may have heard that the American Museum of Natural History has reopened its minerals and gems hall to universal acclaim. On a recent visit to The Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals, the exhibits tell the fascinating story of how the vast diversity of mineral species arose on our planet, how scientists classify and…

  • Heart to Heart Concert Video
    Heart to Heart Concert Video

    Hi Everyone!Labor of Love Association pulled off yet another successful virtual concert and we’re so appreciative of each of you who joined us last week to enjoy the music. To each of you who made a donation to help us meet our fundraising goals, DOUBLE thanks!If you missed watching the virtual concert, we are airing it again…

  • Meet Brad Lander and Tell Him What You Want for Harlem
    Meet Brad Lander and Tell Him What You Want for Harlem

    Time Thursday, September 30 6 – 8pm EDT Location This event’s address is private. https://www.mobilize.us/landerfornyc/event/408284/ About this event Join Brad Lander, Democratic nominee for New York City Comptroller and other community leaders for an in-person listening session, focused on the issues and priorities of Harlem. Brad is excited to use the position of NYC Comptroller…

  • CB11 Meeting Tonight

    Here is your chance to speak to our elected officials (and/or their representatives) about issues that concern you and your neighbors. You can raise your hand and comment, write questions/thoughts in the chat, and present any community announcements you might have. Full Board Tuesday • September 28th • 6:30pmIn order to attend this meeting, please register in…

  • Delilah of Harlem
    Delilah of Harlem

    The earliest novel that takes place in Harlem (that I know of) is from 1893, and was written by Richard Henry Savage. It’s fairly forgettable Victorian melodrama, but offers a glimpse into posh society in and around Mount Morris Park, in the new and stately brownstones that were purchased by New York City’s upper class.…

  • Cordell Cleare Nominated

    Results of the 30th Senate District Committee Meeting In order to select a Democratic Nominee for the Special Election to be held on November 2, 2021, the 30th Senate District Committee held a meeting on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the Robert F. Smith Theater in Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park. The 30th Senate District…

  • Literacy Across Harlem!
    Literacy Across Harlem!

    TOTAL EQUITY NOW invites West, Central and East Harlem to the 9th Annual Literacy Across Harlem March, Book Drive & Community Celebration! Saturday, October 2, 2021 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. FREE! (PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED) UGC Eats (Urban Garden Center) Notice https://ugceats.com/ The Met Opera in Marcus Garvey Park Marcus Garvey Park’s amphitheater will host OPENING…