Countee Cullen, Harlem, New York 1903 – 1946

Countee Cullen May 30, 1903 – January 9, 1946, born as Coleman Rutherford, was an African American poet, author and scholar who was a leading figure in the Harlem Renaissance. (He pronounced his name “Coun-tay”, not “Coun-tee”.) Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like…

Salters Scene: Harlem Haberdashery 4th Year Anniversary Celebration

By Udo Salters Harlem Haberdashery boutique celebrated its 4th Year Anniversary on Saturday May 7th. Located on 122nd street and Lenox the boutique provides custom-made apparel for various male and female celebrities and taste-makers. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to…

Harlem Derby Presents Uptown Runway A NYFW

From Run for the Roses to the Catwalk, Harlem Derby will be holding its Uptown Runway event in Harlem, NY. 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…

Ida Bell Wells-Barnett July 16 1862 – March 25 1931

Ida Bell Wells-Barnett (July 16, 1862 – March 25, 1931) was an African-American journalist, newspaper editor, suffragist, sociologist, and an early leader in the civil rights movement. 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…

Harlem’s Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 1947 –

Ferdinand Lewis Alcindor, Jr. was born on April 16, 1947, in Harlem, New York, the only child of Cora Lillian, a department store price checker, and Ferdinand Lewis Alcindor, Sr., a transit police officer and jazz musician.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I…

“New Research “Quantifies Hope” For Black Men And Boys”

A new report jointly released by Foundation Center and the Campaign for Black Male Achievement shows a distinct trend toward increased U.S. foundation funding for organizations and programs that are working to improve the life outcomes of Black males. Education historically receives the largest share of this support, but giving in other areas, including human services…

Seitu’s World: 29th Annual Salute to Mother’s Celebration

By Seitu Oronde The 29th Annual Salute to Mother’s Celebration at the Bedford-Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation in Brooklyn, New York kicked off on Monday, May 8th 2014 with all the incredible mothers from all over New York City. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would…

Seitu’s World: Ron Carter Book Signing

By Seitu Oronde Ron Carter book signing for his new book Building Jazz Bass Lines: A compendium of techniques for great jazz bass lines including play-along CD on May 5th, 2014 at the Carlyle Hotel in New York City. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes,…

Seitu’s World: The Bronx Community College Annual 5K Run

By Seitu Oronde The Bronx Community College Annual 5K run took place on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 to a fun filled crew of runners from all around the community. The fantastic event happens every May in the Bronx community and we’re already looking forward to 2015. The event was sponsored by Health First. Related articles…

Three Harlem Properties At $14.5M

Eastern Consolidated, a leading investment sales brokerage firm, has been retained as the exclusive agent to market for sale three adjacent prime corner properties in East Harlem at 2171 Second Avenue aka 250-254 East 112th Street, 256 East 112th Street, and 2173-2175 Second Avenue aka 258 East 112th Street for $14.5 million. Become a Harlem…

Join Us Tonight For The Rendezvous At Shrine In Harlem

RhythmAndSoulRadio.com presents The Rendezvous. One of NYC’s hottest and longest running events featuring live performances from independent artists. 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 field…

Dan Burley’s Original Handbook of Harlem Jive (1944)

Harlem in the early 1940s was a place in flux. Though the Renaissance had ended a decade or so earlier, the cultural scene was still quite vibrant, with legendary jazz musicians, dancers, and entertainers of all sorts performing regularly in its many nightclubs. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe…

Leonard Harper, Harlem, New York 1925

Leonard Harper (born April 9, 1899 in Birmingham, Alabama- died February 4, 1943, Harlem, New York) was a producer /stager/ choreographer in New York City during the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s and 1930s. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive…