News

The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture Acquires Papers of Renowned Literary Icon James Baldwin

APRIL 12, 2017- The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at The New York Public Library, today announced acquisition of the personal archive of literary icon and social critic, James Baldwin. The archive includes 30 linear feet of handwritten letters and manuscripts; handwritten and typed drafts of essays, novels, and short stories; unpublished and […]

The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture Acquires Papers of Renowned Literary Icon James Baldwin Read More »

Mayor Adams Releases Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2024

NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today released New York City’s balanced $102.7 billion Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24). The budget reflects the mayor’s ongoing commitment to promoting an equitable recovery by making investments in affordable housing, keeping city streets clean, ensuring the safety of communities, and promoting a greener,

Mayor Adams Releases Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2024 Read More »

Interview with Mr. Michael Pugh, CEO and President of Carver Federal Savings Bank

By George Haigler, III for the Harlem Times Sponsored by Carver Federal Savings Bank and the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce Just recently, I had the honor and privilege of sitting down and interviewing Mr. Michael Pugh, the CEO and President of Carver Federal Savings Bank, at the 125th Street Branch, located in Harlem, New

Interview with Mr. Michael Pugh, CEO and President of Carver Federal Savings Bank Read More »

‘Tis the Season to Save: Seven Tips to Stretch Your Money this Holiday Season

Consumer purchasing power is more diverse than ever, with Black consumers as central drivers of seasonal spending. As you prepare your holiday shopping list – and your budget – remember, a little bit of planning can go a long way to achieving a financially healthy holiday season. With the holiday shopping season upon us, here

‘Tis the Season to Save: Seven Tips to Stretch Your Money this Holiday Season Read More »

1,200 First Graders in Canarsie and East Flatbush to Receive $1,000 each in College and Career Savings, as Part of Efforts to Narrow the Racial Wealth Gap

NYC Kids RISE, Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Greenwood Initiative, and Brooklyn Community Foundation make $1.2 Million investment in students of communities with the city’s highest proportion of Black students Brooklyn, NY — At P.S. 276 in Canarsie, the Mayor’s Office of Equity, the NYC Department of  Education, Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Greenwood Initiative, and Brooklyn Community Foundation, together  with

1,200 First Graders in Canarsie and East Flatbush to Receive $1,000 each in College and Career Savings, as Part of Efforts to Narrow the Racial Wealth Gap Read More »

Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute Announces Fundraising Gala at Temple NYC, December 11, 2022

Vangeline Theater announces a Fundraising Gala on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 8pm at Temple NYC, Brooklyn. Proceeds from the gala will support sending dancers to Houston, Texas, from February 6-10, 2023 to make history conducting a pilot study for The Slowest Wave – the first neuroscientific study of Butoh. The evening will feature performances

Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute Announces Fundraising Gala at Temple NYC, December 11, 2022 Read More »

EAST Miami and Museum of Graffiti Present Historic Graffiti Works During Miami Art Month

Miami, November 22, 2022 – In time for Art Basel, EAST Miami will become home to a selection of historic 1980s graffiti works curated by Museum of Graffiti. Set to be unveiled in the hotel’s lobby on November 29th and displayed until December 31st, the exclusive collection features works by 1980s street legends who were

EAST Miami and Museum of Graffiti Present Historic Graffiti Works During Miami Art Month Read More »