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Ledisi and Force MDs highlight ‘A Great Day in Harlem’

By: Derrel Jazz Johnson   The Harlem community and beyond flocked to General Grant National Memorial Sunday for the official kickoff of Harlem Week called “A Great Day in Harlem.”  The stage was filled with performers singing a variety of music all day, as well as vendors, arts and crafts, a fashion show and so much […]

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SOLAR ECLIPSE 2017: A REVIEW

  By William C. Jackson (jackson.william.c@hotmail.com) There was much excitement about the solar eclipse that happened on August 21, 2017. Countless people across New York City stood outside wearing special protective glasses to view an astronomical phenomenon. And those who saw it were not disappointed. While New York City residents were not in the so-called “path

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Third Annual Harlem EatUp! Celebrates Food & Culture of Harlem

The Third Annual Harlem EatUp! took place from Tuesday, May 16 to Sunday, May 21. The event, created by restaurateur, author and executive chef Marcus Samuelsson and Karlitz and Company Rresident and Founder, Herb Karlitz. At Harlem EatUp!’s signature event called “The Harlem Stroll,” for a modest fee, guests were able to sample dishes like

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College Career Day Lets Students Announce College Choices at Apollo Theater

(Harlem, New York) By Derrel Jazz Johnson On Thursday, May 11th, 2017, 255 high school seniors announced their college choices at the world famous Apollo Theater. Students announced choices such as New York University (my alma mater!), Ivy League schools like Columbia, Cornell and Princeton universities, HBCUs like Howard University, SUNY and CUNY schools, and

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Marcus Garvey Outdoor Pool Unsafe for Children & Adults

Greetings New York City Officials. NY State Assembly Member and the Media, Two days ago I had the pleasure of signing up and attending for the NYC Parks department outdoor pool (Adult Lap Swim) at Marcus Garvey Park. What was going to be the beginning of an exciting summer utilizing one of NYC’s pools quickly

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CITY COLLEGE CENTER FOR THE ARTS INAUGURAL AWARDS BENEFIT

The City College Center for the Arts presented its Inaugural Awards Benefit in celebration of the contributions to the arts by individual legendary dancers and musical talent of our generation. Beginning with a cocktail reception and photography shoots, the main lobby was animated with excitement as award recipients and guests alike met and gathered within

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Cheryl McKissack Daniel President & CEO, McKissack & McKissack

Cheryl McKissack Daniel, civil engineer, has more than 25 years of experience in all phases of the design and construction industry including major project work in the commercial, healthcare, education and transportation sectors. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Cheryl comes from a long lineage of architects and builders that began with an enslaved Ashanti ancestor in

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Miami’s Little Havana: A Shot of Coffee. A Slice of Cuba.

It’s just west of sleek Downtown Miami and just a few minutes away from golden beaches and turquoise surf – yet it’s a world apart. Cobblestone streets, charming shopkeepers, colorful murals, and monuments to Cuba’s heroes past and present. Little Havana is one of Miami’s most iconic neighborhoods. As Close As You Can Get to

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DIGITAL.NYC CONTINUES FIVE-BOROUGH TOUR IN HARLEM ON APRIL 22ND

WHAT:                Digital.NYC, in partnership with Silicon Harlem, is continuing its Five-Borough Tour with an event in Harlem. Come see the borough’s leading entrepreneurs demo technology, discuss the city’s infrastructure for advancing business and workforce development, and discuss the experience of starting a business in New York City. Reserve tickets here WHO:                  Special keynote: Mignon L. Clyburn, Commissioner

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