The Roots & Wings of Hip-Hop Culture At Columbia In Harlem

Very interesting panel discussion mash up from Abiodun Oyewole, Joey Bada$$ to Dr. Chris Emdin, Toni Blackman in The Roots & Wings of Hip-Hop Culture: Exploring Hip-Hop, Healing and Spirituality on Monday, February 29th, 2016,at Teachers College in West Harlem, NY. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I…

Harlem Congressman Rangel Honors Black WWI Veterans

In honor of Black History Month, Congressman Charles B. Rangel (D-NY) hosted a Special Capitol Hill briefing on the contributions Black veterans made during World War I, on February 25, 2016. 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…

Harlem Council Leader Argues For Criminal-Justice Overhaul

The leader of the City Council issued an emphatic call for the end of the Rikers Island jail complex and changes for the “highly, highly punitive” criminal-justice system Thursday, blasting naysayers for spreading “misinformation.” Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive…

Harlem Council Speaker Unveils Plan For East Harlem

East Harlem residents wants affordable housing, job growth and open space—but above all, they want a say in the land-use changes coming to their community, according to the East Harlem Neighborhood Plan unveiled Thursday. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to…

More Nutrients And No Pesticides Living Lettuce In Harlem

By Best Market We love our community. That’s why we buy from local suppliers from both Long Island & Upstate New York whenever possible. Finding the freshest, highest quality product can sometimes be challenging, but Gabrielsen Farms in Jamesport, NY is changing the game for “fresh”. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select…

Wellbeing Involves More Than Losing Weight

While it’s no surprise that losing weight consistently ranks at the top of New Year’s resolutions, Dr. Donna L. Hamilton says obsession with weight is often too narrow a focus. 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…

East Harlem Muslim Teen Faces False Accusation And Deportation Threat In ‘ADAMA’

David Felix Sutcliffe’s debut feature documentary ADAMA airs on Tuesday, February 23, 2016, at 8 p.m. on WORLD Channel (check local listings), as part of the fourth season of AMERICA REFRAMED, public media’s newest documentary series hosted by Natasha Del Toro. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to…

NYC Health Department Smoking Pregnancy Trends From Harlem To Hollis

The Health Department today released a new report on New York City (NYC) smoking trends before, during, and after pregnancy. Smoking during pregnancy has well known harmful effects that include premature birth and an elevated risk of certain birth defects. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine…

NY The 12th Highest Level of Political Engagement Among Black Folks

With Black History Month and the South Carolina primaries taking place in February 2016, the personal finance website WalletHub conducted an in-depth analysis of 2016’s States with the Highest Political Engagement Among Blacks. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive…

Dapline! At The Schomburg Center In Harlem

Hailed as “rich in emotional nuance and gestural beauty” and one of the best dance shows of 2015 by the New York Times, Dapline! is a choreographic collaboration between LaMont Hamilton and André M. Zachery stemming from Hamilton’s project, Five on the Black Hand Side. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s)…

Gale Brewer’s School Overcrowding Hearing In Harlem

Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer will hold a public hearing on overcrowding and facilities needs in Manhattan’s public schools on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. 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…

HW Pick: UPS Import & Export Symposium For Central And South America

The New York State Coalition of Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Import Export Symposium sponsored by UPS. 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…