Mayor Adams Appoints Six New Members To Panel For Educational Policy
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today appointed six new members to the Panel for Educational Policy (PEP) to round out his 13 mayoral appointments.
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Fannie Emma Pennington, “Harlem’s Martriarch” 1914-2013 (Video)
Fannie Emma Pennington, February 1, 1914 – February 13, 2013, was an American activist, organizer, and fundraising coordinator for U.S. Congressional Representative (Harlem) Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.’s Isaac Democratic Club and the Abyssinian Baptist Church A.C.P. Overseas Club.
HWM Podcast: Harlem Historian Glenn Hunter On 1936 Harlem Riot Report
Harlem’s Glenn Hunter looks back at the historic 1936 Harlem Riots Report Conference, and the passing of Rev. Calvin Butts III with host Danny Tisdale, on The Harlem World Magazine Show.
Rev. Dr. Butts III, Faith Ringgold, And Earl Monroe Among Harlemites Honored By The New York Landmarks Conservancy
On November 2, 2022, The New York Landmarks Conservancy will host its 29th Living Landmarks Celebration at The Plaza.
Harlem Congregations Open Doors To The Community For New York Landmarks Conservancy 2022
The New York Landmarks Conservancy is proud to host its 12th Annual Sacred Sites Open House: “Open Doors,” welcoming visitors in person once again to New York’s world-class houses of worship, on July 23 & 24, 2022, throughout New York State.
6 Historical Landmarks In Harlem To Visit
Did you know that there are many different landmarks in Harlem with a rich history?
Gateways Music Festival Orchestra Makes Carnegie Hall Debut With World Premiere Of New Jon Batiste Commission And More
This April, the Gateways Music Festival Orchestra, comprised entirely of classical musicians of African descent, presents events around NYC, culminating with its eagerly anticipated Carnegie Hall debut on April 24.
Harlem Fave André Leon Talley Obituary (Updated)
André Leon Talley loved the surprisingly similar rituals of two ways of life he knew well: the black community of his childhood in North Carolina, and French couture, with its historical and literary associations.
Coates, Somi And Tariq At The Apollo As They Unveil Their 2022 Winter/Spring Season
The Apollo announced today details of its Winter/Spring 2022 season, with an array of free and ticketed programming in-person at Apollo’s historic theater and online on the Apollo’s Digital Stage.
Harlem’s WE ACT Mourns The Loss Of Board Member Phillip Morrow
The WE ACT community mourns the loss of Phillip Morrow, who passed away on Saturday, September 25th, 2021.
Plan Proposed To Name East Harlem Street After Legendary Actress Cicely Tyson
Legendary actress Cicely Tyson’s artistry propelled her to the top of the entertainment industry and no matter how much success she garnered, the barrier-breaking pioneer always stayed true to her Harlem roots.
MBP Harlem News: Gale Brewer’s COVID Weekly Newsletter
It’s Thursday, April 8, 2021. Welcome to my weekly COVID-19 newsletter.
NYC Launches New Mobile Vaccination Effort And Expands Walking-In For Seniors
With the goal of making the vaccine more accessible to priority populations, Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced the launch of mobile vaccinations.
MBP Harlem News: This Week’s COVID Newsletter, In Case You Missed It
Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer sent this out on Thursday, April 1, 2021; she thought those of you who didn’t get a chance to read it on Thursday might welcome the chance to see it this morning.
Harlem’s Trailblazing, Lillyn Brown,” The Kate Smith Of Harlem” 1885 – 1969
Harlem’s Lillyn Brown, born Lillian Thomas; April 24, 1885 – June 8, 1969, sometimes credited as Lillyan Brown.