Harlem’s Nelson Vails, The First African-American Cyclist To Win An Olympic Medal 1960 – (Video)

Nelson Beasley Vails, born October 13, 1960 – , retired cyclist came from Harlem bike messenger to the podium of the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, CA. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this…

Up Close with CC Minton: Olympian Diane Dixon Still on Top

By CC Minton Olympian Diane Dixon still wears Team USA red, white and blue and holds an American Track and Field World record.  I would love to say I caught up with Diane, but I wouldn’t dare try. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes,…

10 Life Lessons Everyone Can Learn from Olympic Athletes

By Steve Siebold All eyes are on Rio for the next two weeks as the world’s greatest athletes compete in the 2016 Summer Games.  While it’s great to enjoy the games, there are actually some very important lessons that everyone can learn from watching Olympic athletes.    Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select…

Bring The Goods To Stop ‘N’ Swap Uptown

Ready to Stop ‘N’ Swap? Great, then bring clean, reusable, portable items such as clothing, house wares, games, books, & toys that you no longer need, and take home something new-to-you, free! Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails…

NYPD And The Harlem Community Join Together To End Gun Violence

Tomorrow, members of the NYPD’s 26th, 28th and 32nd precincts will join hundreds of Harlem residents, children and community leaders to kick off “Play Street,” a community wide event aimed to put an end to gun violence. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I…

Harlem Gets Medieval At The Armored Combat League

By Rudy Collins OMG, Game of Thrones in Harlem? Nope, it’s the martial art of sword-fighting with the Armored Combat League chapter in Harlem. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact…

Op-Ed: It’s Time for Summer Leisure and Learning

By NYC Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña Summertime brings opportunities to cheer on friends at neighborhood baseball games, visit a local playground or community pool, venture to the beach or enjoy a block party.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive…

The 2016 Ailey Spirit Gala Launches Two-Week Lincoln Center Season

Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s 2016 Lincoln Center engagement kicked off with a star-studded Ailey Spirit Gala on Wednesday, June 8th. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can…

The Raz Report: Are the Cavaliers Waving the White Flag?

By Marc Rasbury We waited all year for this? That is a question not a statement. When the Cleveland Cavaliers limped off the court in last years NBA Finals, we all wanted to see what would have happened if they met in this year Finals and both teams were healthy. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for…

Your Guide To The Perfect Picnic In Harlem

The arrival of summer means that picnic season is here! There are 189 football fields’ worth of grass waiting for you in Central Park, so here are our recommendations for planning your perfect day in Harlem: Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would…

JCPenney’s For Dads And Grads From Harlem To Hollis

JCPenney’s Dads and Grads look book featuring practical and stylish home and human gift ideas for your loved ones or twos in anticipation for graduation and Father’s Day. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You…

HW Pick: Check Out FDNY vs. NYPD At The Fun City Bowl

The Fun City Bowl, the 44th meeting of the FDNY vs. NYPD teams, will be played on Sunday, May 22, 2016, at 2pm EST. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant…