Explore 200 Years of Black Theater! Join Community Works’ multimedia celebration of nearly 200 years of Black Theater in Harlem and New York as the expanded comprehensive harlem is…THEATER exhibition continues at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center. Through memorabilia, photos, film and original artwork, learn about the theaters that bloomed and survived, the people who were driven to keep them vital, and the explosion of Black Theater productions that marked the 1960s and continue to this day. This newest component looks at the connection between Harlem’s historic New Heritage Theatre and Lincoln Center Theater to bring groundbreaking anti-apartheid productions to the world, including the wildly successful Sarafina! Visit the Exhibition! February 4 – May 2, 2014ADMISSION IS FREE DAILY The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts 40 Lincoln Center Plaza New York, NY 10023 Open: Mon & Thurs 12 Noon-8 PM Tues, Wed, Fri and Sat 12 Noon-6 PM Closed Sundays Contact us at performances@communityworksnyc.org or give us a call at (212) 459-1854 to ask about our FREE tours, special public programs, and workshops for community and youth groups! harlem is…THEATER honors Faison Firehouse Theatre George Faison, Co-Founder/Artistic Director Tad Schnugg, Executive Director Blackberry Productions Stephanie Berry, Founder/Co-Artistic Director John-Martin Green, Co-Artistic Director Frederick Douglass Creative Arts Center Ray Gaspard, President The H.A.D.L.E.Y. Players Gertrude Jeanette, Founder/CEO New Federal Theatre National Black Touring Circuit Woodie King, Jr., Founder/Producing Director Harlem Theatre Company James Pringle, Founder National Black Theatre Institute of Action Arts Barbara Ann Teer, Founder/CEO Frank Silvera Writers’ Workshop Garland Lee Thompson, Sr., Co-Founder/Executive Director Mama Foundation for the Arts Vy Higgenson and Ken Wydro, Co-Writers, Co-Producers, Co-Directors New Heritage Theatre Group Voza Rivers, Founding Member/Executive Producer Jamal Joseph, Executive Artistic Director Take Wing and Soar Productions Debra Ann Byrd, Founding/Producing Artistic Director The Classical Theatre of Harlem Ty Jones, Producing Director harlem is…THEATER highlights African Grove Theatre WPA Federal Theatre Project Harlem Unit Rose McClendon Players American Negro Theatre New Lafayette Theatre New Heritage Theatre Group harlem is…THEATER Collaborators Aaron Davis Hall- City College Center for the Arts Apollo Theater Columbia University School of the Arts The Interchurch Center Lower Manhattan Cultural Council New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture Community Works NYC 55 West End Avenue New York, New York 10023 212-459-1854 #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

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Copagnia de’ Colombari, a collective of performing artists that generates theater in surprising places.  Colombari intentionally clashes cultures, traditions and art forms to bring fresh interpretation to the written word—old and new. The company believes that every public place holds the potential to be a space for the sacred architecture of theater and its extraordinary and dedicated artists work tirelessly to bring their work into hallowed halls and onto the streets—near and far. Colombari proves that the magic of great theater can happen anywhere and be made accessible to everyone. The company is slated for a one night stand at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine on Saturday March 28th (see below).  I am asking you to support the company’s efforts to gear up for its 2015 stint at BAM’s Next Festival and the national tour of EVERYTHING THAT RISES MUST CONVERGE by coming out to the performance on the 28th and joining the company for the exiting party after.  Please let me know if you can hang!!! #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

HARLEM — Calling all uptown tech entrepreneurs — a new business project is offering startups nine months of free office space and access to mentors from tech companies like Google, Voxy and Genius. The only catch is that the startups have to commit to staying in Harlem for at least five years. The program, Cofound Harlem, was started by three young entrepreneurs this year. They are currently accepting applications for their inaugural class. The idea is to make Harlem attractive to new businesses, said co-owner John Henry. “We will certainly make our stamp in Harlem,” he said. “I think it’s going to quite visually impact the community. These companies are going to be using Harlem as their backyard to test their products. Their first prototypes, their first iterations of their products are all going to be tested here.” Henry, 22, moved his dry cleaning business to Harlem in 2013. The small startup grew into a personal concierge service that included housekeeping and dog walking. Henry, who left college to run the business, had to learn a lot on the fly, he said. “I spent thousands on direct mail advertising and didn’t get anything out of it,” he said. “When I started using Facebook I got a lot more value.” While different organizations in Harlem offer business workshops and seminars, they tend to focus on the basics. Startups that are further along need more specialized help like how to land distribution deals, secure funding and manage their brand, Henry said. Click for more… #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

We raised a glass In honor of Lia Sanfilippo and Selene Martinez, with Djo Sanou, owners of the precious gem THE 5 AND DIAMOND 5th Anniversary last week.  Be sure to swing and help celebrate their 5th Anniversary during the month of March.  Cheers! The 5 & Diamond 2072 Frederick Douglass Blvd b/t 112th & 113h Sts #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

As you know, we are hosting our first annual 2015 UPTOWN Uncorked Food & Wine Festival this summer in Napa Valley, July 30th – August 2nd! Click this link to see the commercial spot that will be airing on Aspire next week. Uncorked Reel 2015 v10-WEB.mov Register here today: www.UPTOWNMagazineUncorked.com and please share with your network of friends and family! We look forward to hosting you during our inaugural event as we explore Napa Valley, Off the Vine. See you in Napa! #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

REBNY Upper Manhattan Committee Presents Uptown Open House Expo Showcasing Co-ops, Condos, Townhouses & Harlem, Washington Heights & Inwood Saturday, May 2nd & Sunday, May 3rd Schedule: Meet & Greet 10:00AM – 11:30AM Harlem Tavern 2153 Frederick Douglass Blvd at 116th St Continental Breakfast Open Houses 12:00PM – 4:00PM CLICK HERE TO VIEW LISTINGS Participating Firms (to date): Douglas Elliman Halstead Property The Corcoran Group Warburg Realty Partnership, Ltd Lucien Perry Citi Habitats Harlem Properties Click here to register – May 2nd Click here to register – May 3rd #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

Bradhurst Merchant’s Association Awards Summer Cocktail Reception Thursday, June 18, 2015 6:00- 9:00pm Sofrito Restauran 679 Riverside Drive Join us in honoring: Community Partner Award – Regina Smith, Harlem Business Alliance Business of the Year – Pat Stevenson, Harlem News Group President’s Award – Ms. Victoria Gordon, Harlem Community Development Corporation Visit www.bmaawards.eventbrite.com for tickets & sponsorship opportunities Host committee: Charlotte Anderson Hope Bell Chena Clark Sabrina Brice Charmaine DaCosta Gayle Davis Londel Davis, Jr Regina Fleming Angie Hancock Jelain Hendrickson Ken Morrison Kenya Murray Patriennah Pelle Malcolm Punter Lisa Shepherd #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

4TH ANNUAL FOOD & DRINK BOULEVARD Summer Kick-Off and Evening of Food, Cocktails, Music & Entertainment on Harlem’s Restaurant Row Tuesday, May 5, 2015 6:00PM-10:00PM Frederick Douglass Blvd From 111th –  119th Streets Tickets: Drink, appetizer & special promotions $10.00 at the door 2-for-1 in advance www.fdb.eventbrite.com Sponsors: Charlie Lewis, love the way you live (SM),Warburg Realty Columbia University Go No Fee! HCDC Spring Bank Featuring: Vinateria 2211 Frederick Douglass Blvd at 119th St FOOD $5: Chicken Empanadas, Veal & Ricotta Meatballs over creamy polenta DRINK $5: Paloma (tequila, lime juice, grapefruit juice, simple syrup, tarragon) Cédric 185 St. Nicholas Ave at 119th St FOOD $5: Risotto, Red Beet Salad DRINK $5: Sangria, Bordeaux, Chardonnay Les Ambassades 2200 Frederick Douglass Blvd b/t 118th & 119th Sts FOOD $5: NEM( senegalese spring roll), Fataya (senegalese fish patty), Croquette de poisson( fish croquette blended with west african spices), Chawarma lamb or chicken, Grilled lamb with couscous or mesclun salad Lido 2168 Frederick Douglass Blvd at 117th St FOOD $5: Parmesan Polenta fries with black olive aioli, Mini beef sliders with roasted tomato and chipotle aioli, mini crab cakes with saffron aioli DRINK $5: white sangria, Il Tigre (bourbon, Benedictine, fresh lemon juice, ginger liquor), Sugar Hill beer Levain Bakery 2167 Frederick Douglass Blvd b/t 117th & 116th Sts FOOD $5: one 6oz cookie with choice and a small coffee or milk Harlem Tavern* 2153 Frederick Douglass Blvd at 116th St FOOD $5: BBQ Wings, Hot Wings, Seafood Ceviche, Cheeseburger Sliders DRINK $5: Red Sangria and White Sangria LoLo’s Seafood Shack 303 W 116th St at Frederick Douglass Blvd FOOD $5: LoLo’s Mini Lobster “Roll” with Fresh Maine Lobster in a Johnny Cake, 
Jerk Ribs with LoLo’s BBQ Sauce, 
LoLo’s Fries with cotija cheese + pickled jalapeños Silvana 300 W 116th St at Frederick Douglass Blvd FOOD $5: falafel appetizer DRINK $5: house wine (red or white), for select draft beer, and 2 specialty cocktails Streetbird 2149 Frederick Douglass Blvd at 116th St see restaurant for menu Jado Sushi 2118 Frederick Douglass Blvd b/t 114th & 115th Sts FOOD $5: Chicken Kara-age, Glazed Short Ribs, Special Salad Of The Day, Sushi Bar: Salmon Avocado Roll, Eel Avocado Roll, Garden Roll DRINK $5: Sapporo Draft, Jado Sangria Melba’s 300 W 114th St at 114th St see restaurant for menu Harlem Food Bar 2100 Frederick Douglass Blvd b/t 114th & 113th Sts FOOD $5: Chicken wings, mac & cheese balls and roasted corn with coconut DRINK $5: HFB specialty cocktail 67 Orange Street 2082 Frederick Douglass Blvd b/t 112th & 113h Sts FOOD $5: House made plantain chips DRINK $5: Smoked Pineapple Margaritas The Park 112 2080 Frederick Douglass Blvd b/t 112th & 113h Sts FOOD $5: Teriyaki Chicken Lollipops, Jerk Chicken Lollipops, Jerk Chicken Spring Rolls, Crispy Crab Dumplings DRINK $5: rum punch, sangria (red or white) 5 & Diamond 2072 Frederick Douglass Blvd b/t 112th & 113h Sts FOOD $5: AsianWings, Mac and cheese, Jerk Wings, Catfish DRINK $5: sangria, bourbon champagne cocktail, house wine Specials are subject to availability and to change without notice. Visit the participating restaurants for more details and additional specials. #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

Enjoy a rare evening with one of jazz’s most prominent young voices whom The Huffington Post hailed as “The New High Priestess of Soul.”  East African vocalist & songwriter Somi will present an exclusive set of music from her new album The Lagos Music Salon while accompanied by an all-acoustic chamber jazz ensemble.  Be transported into an evening of transatlantic stories and sounds in the heart of Harlem. Watch Somi’s “Ginger Me Slowly” video From 6:00-6:30pm a CD signing will be taking place for VIP ticket holders (with an additional $15 CD signing/photo ticket ). There will also be another CD signing post-show at 11pm for general admission ticket holders. Doors open at 7pm.  Performance begins at 8:30pm with an opening performance by Kaliné. There is $20 minimum per person at all tables and a full dinner will be available in the dining room starting 6:30. There will be standing and seating room.  All seating will be in cabaret style. THE BAND Somi (voice), Otis Brown III (drums), Toru Dodo (piano), Liberty Ellman (guitar), Patrice Jackson-Tilghman (cello), Juliette Jones (violin), Alicia Olatuja (additional voice),Michael Olatuja (bass)​ #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

JOIN US at the HARLEM BREW GARDEN @MIST BAR HOME OF HARLEM’S BEER SUGAR HILL GOLDEN ALE THURSDAY and SUNDAY for FOOTBALL 6 SCREENS 30 FOOT SCREEN $30 BUCKET OF BEER AND WINGS!!!! THROWBACK FILMS ON FRIDAY AND SATURDAY IN MIST THEATRE 10% off for KALAHARI RESIDENTS! 10% off for ALL TEACHERS AFTERWORK HAPPY HOUR #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

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