News for Harlem and the Harlems of the World
By William C. Jackson The state of Connecticut has a rich history when it comes to the achievements made by Black Americans. From abolitionism to trailblazers, this New England state has played a large role in the Black experience in this region. In this article, we will touch upon some of these achievements. One of […]
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Harlem’s New Heritage Theatre Group (NHTG) (est. 1964), New York State’s oldest Black nonprofit theater, is honored that its youth division, Grammy and Oscar nominated IMPACT Repertory Theatre (IMPACT,) was selected to be a beneficiary of donations to be received from Japan’s 2025 Super Choir Charity Concert. The 2025 Super Choir Charity Concert “Blessing Juneteenth from
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By Jade Coley How did a New Orleans-style jazz bar end up in the middle of a cornfield? Nestled in the heart of Indianapolis, the Chatterbox Jazz Club is a venue where music, history, and community converge. What began as an architectural investment for David Andrichik in 1982 has since blossomed into one of the
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By Daniel Rose Richard Dean Parsons (April 4, 1948 – December 26, 2024) was an authentic American hero of colossal stature, an individual whose professional accomplishments were formidable and whose contributions to our national life were even greater as a role model, mentor, and inspiration for countless others. How does one write objectively and impartially
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by Mashari Grissom Dedicated to uplifting communities through the transformative power of art and storytelling, New Heritage Theatre Group (NHTG), New York state’s oldest Black non-profit theater, recently held its 60th Anniversary Gala at the Marian Anderson Theatre at Aaron Davis Hall, City College of New York on Monday, December 16, 2024. There were also
by Sebastian Castro Weirdo, by Tony Weaver Jr., was published September 17th this year. The graphic novel memoir about Weaver’s childhood is a love letter to black nerd culture and a story about mental health, friendship, and healing trauma. The plot follows 11-year-old Tony as he navigates life as the new kid at a new
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How HEAF Honors the Harlem Community and Uplifts a New Generation of Brilliant Young Minds by Jan Gloor The Harlem Educational Activities Fund, affectionately known as HEAF within the Harlem community, recently held its annual gala, a celebration of educators, community leaders, and most importantly, the students it serves. The event, titled “Opening Doors, Empowering
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How the Liberty Brought Home NYC’s First WNBA Title By Tate Hutchinson PUTTING THE PIECES TOGETHER The New York Liberty have undergone many changes in their 28 seasons in the WNBA. Starting as one of the eight original teams in the league, legends have come and gone, the team has bounced around various arenas, and
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Every year, LMCC awards over $1.5 million to Manhattan-based artists, groups, and organizations for the presentation of public-facing arts programming for Manhattan audiences. The applications are now live for projects taking place in 2025. LMCC is hosting information sessions in English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese throughout the summer for applicants to learn about these opportunities
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By Ryan Yablonski Last week, South Sudan put the basketball world on notice as the 43-point underdog took USA’s Hall of Fame-level Olympic team by surprise, dominating most of the exhibition game until falling behind in the final minutes 101-100. South Sudanese basketball has been on a meteoric rise, causing many to ask, “who is
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