How exciting that March is here already; the year is indeed moving along! On Saturday, March 17 from 11am – 3pm, we will host a March Membership Open House. This is a GREAT OPPORTUNITY to invite your family and friends who have seen your results and are interested in joining a gym. Here at the Harlem YMCA, we have something for everyone and on Saturday we will have FREE class demonstrations open to ALL! Plan to come with a friend or two, staff will be available to answer questions about our facility as well as give tours!

Tired of working from home alone? Join TEEM CoWorking before April 30th and receive 50% off your first 2 months of a dedicated membership!

It’s time we figured out who’s who in Harlem. Uptown is home to some of the city’s most sought-after bars, nightlife, and cuisine but we want to see who you like best! Vote for your favorite restaurants/ businesses in our 2018 Essential Uptown Favorites competition!

The Harlem Commonwealth Council (HCC), HSBC Bank, and West Harlem Development Corporation (WHDC) launched the second cohort of ‘Growth Path; a free business advisory service for entrepreneurs of color in Harlem. To kick off the second cohort, HCC hosted a fireside chat with Chris Collins, entrepreneur, model, and creator of Chris Collins Alchemy of Fragrances to speak about the successes and challenges of being an entrepreneur of color. Chris will be joined in conversation by Julee Wilson, Fashion & Beauty Director of Essence Magazine. In its second year, Growth Path will provide local entrepreneurs with intensive hands-on advice from subject experts in sales and marketing, financial management, or human capital — a service sponsored by West Harlem Development Corporation. Complementing one-on-one consultations, Growth Path will expand to offer a tailored educational series including a tax workshop, legal clinic, and marketing workshop to further develop the knowledge and technical skills of local firms sponsored by HSBC. “As Harlem continues to evolve, Growth Path’ services will be pivotal in ensuring businesses owned by women and people of color remain competitive, build wealth, create local jobs, and assure the vibrancy of our community,” said Kelvin Collins, President of Harlem Commonwealth Council. “We are delighted for the support of West Harlem Development Corporation and HSBC bring to this endeavor – it highlights the power of collaboration. “HSBC’s involvement in this initiative is the result of our employee’s desire to give back to the community which has been led by the volunteer work of our colleagues involved in our African Heritage employee resource group, in partnership with our Corporate Sustainability and Retail Business Banking teams,” said Mike Macintyre, Head of Retail Business Banking, HSBC Bank USA N.A. “Providing our financial support and business expertise to entrepreneurs based in Harlem through ‘Growth Path’ is a great example of our commitment to supporting small businesses, and it goes well beyond just opening an account. We are here to help small business thrive.” ‘Growth Path’ is a signature program of the Harlem Entrepreneurial Fund. Firms have to be in operation for at least one year and located in Harlem to be eligible with an annual revenue of $150,000 to $10 million. To learn more about ‘Growth Path’ and to apply, visit www.harlemcommonwealth.org/growthpath.

This year, the Harlem Business Alliance is honoring creative Black minds and their power for change. The Art of Success speaks to Black Creativity and its unparalleled impact across the globe. From the pyramids and the swagger that inspired the latest internet sensation to constructing game-changers like The Black Panther — we’re rooting for our talented brothers and sisters who deserve to be recognized. In support of the advancement and transformation that have come as a result of Black ideation, the Harlem Business Alliance celebrates Black creatives raising the bar! The lineup is fierce: · Born and bred Harlemite, Vy Higginsen, who’s local gospel choir has been a soulful contribution to the community (Community Service Award) · Pulitzer winner, Karen Hunter, a heavy hitting journalist with eight NYT best sellers under her belt (Percy E. Sutton Award) · Lifelong dancer, Robin Williams, has been fulfilling dreams of young people since the day she founded the Uptown Dance Academy (Entrepreneurship Award) · Marketing and branding guru Ericka Pittman, who’s boss moves over the last 20 years have elevated her into a C-suite role (Business Person of the Year) · Most recently named one of the ‘One Hundred Greatest Business Minds’, Sean “Diddy” Combs aka Puff Daddy is the definition of a mogul. (Chairman’s Award)

House and apartment hunters interested in buying or renting their next home in Harlem, Washington Heights, or Inwood are invited to attend the 2018 Uptown Open House Expo on Sunday, May 20, 2018 hosted by the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY), its Upper Manhattan Committee, and Experience Harlem. This free, public event, sponsored by Popular Bank, provides a special opportunity for home seekers to conveniently view through a self-guided tour, cooperative, condominium, and townhouse listings being offered for sale exclusively through REBNY members. REBNY members will also show exclusive rental unit availabilities in new development properties with 10 units or more. SCHEDULE CHECK IN: Pick up the listings (or view/print below) and enjoy complimentary bagels and coffee from 11:00-12:00pm: Harlem Settepani 196 Lenox Ave at 120th Washington Heights Garrisons 821 W 181st St b/t Pinehurst Ave & Cabrini Blvd Local brokers and financing representatives will be on hand to answer questions. OPEN HOUSES: All listings will be shown from 12:00pm to 3:00pm GET PRE-QUALIFIED BEFORE THE EXPO: Contact Max Rosa to learn about special financing programs available from Popular Bank for expo attendees at marosa@popular.com or  646-261-5654. RSVP HERE DOWNLOAD THE EXPERIENCE HARLEM APP from iTunes or Google Play to view all listings.  Note listings will be available on May 17th. HARLEM CO‐OPS 470 Convent Ave #31 1BDRM/1BA $380,000, Detria L. Davu, 305‐414‐9973, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, elliman.com/3223788 (P, E) More Info 345 W 145th St #6A6 1BDRM/1BA $410,000, Nadine Nassar, 917‐279‐0424, Licensed RE Salesperson, Bohemia Realty Group, bohemiarealtygroup.com/view‐sales‐ad/?id=167295 (P, D, E) More Info 255 W 148 St #5C 2 BDRM/1 BA $420,000, Brian Phillips, 347‐891‐4334, Associate Broker, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, elliman.com/3306815 (P) More Info 1919 Madison Ave #306 2BDRM/1BA $569,000, https://goo.gl/TKMYUo More Info #317 2 BDRM/1 BA $549,000, goo.gl/MoFj2E More Info Dana Schechtman, 561‐818‐6569, Licensed RE Agent, Compass, P, D, E, O) 29 W 119th St #43 2BDRM/1BA $699,000, Kim McKeller, 212‐381‐2587, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/real‐estate‐agent/kim‐mckeller (P) More Info Ellington on the Park, 130 Bradhurst Ave #1002 2BDRM/1BA $565,000, Vivian Ducat, 917‐301‐1120, Licensed RE Sales Agent, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18143947 (P, D, E, O) More Info 2002 Fifth Ave PHA 3BDRM/2BA $2,485,000, Tamara Marotta, 646‐226‐4193, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Corcoran Group, (D, P, O) The Madera 18 W129th St, #1A Studio/1 BA $520,000, Maria Donadio, 917‐407‐1666, Licensed RE Salesperson, Compass, https://goo.gl/iABZSw (P, V, E, O) More Info The Style, 51 E 131st St #2A Studio/1BA $535,000, Whitney Osentoski, 917‐804‐0134, Licensed RE Salesperson, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/15267256 (P, V, E, O) More Info Apex Condominiums, 2300 Frederick Douglass Blvd #7A 1 BDRM/1 BA $929,000, Adam Hernandez, 917‐603‐7090 Licensed Salesperson, Corcoran Group, corcoran.com/5437113 (P,D) More Info NEW DEVELOPMENT CONDOS 305 W 150th St 1BDRM/1BA $495,000‐$505,000; #111, 2BDRM/2BA, $825,000, Charlie Lewis, 917‐407‐ 4248, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Corcoran Group, 305W150.com More Info 70 W 139th St, 1BDRM/1BA $669,000 ‐ $689,000; 2BA/2BA $925,000 ‐ $949,000; #8C 3BDRM/2BA $1,275,000, Norman Horowitz, 917‐837‐3497, Associate Broker, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/17426150 (P,V,E,O) More Info CONDOS Livmor Condominium, 301 W 115th St 5H 1BDRM/1BA $950,000, Gabriella Schaefer, 917‐969‐6150, Licensed RE Salesperson, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, elliman.com/3310881 More Info Aurum, 2231 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd #419 1BDRM/1BA $845,000, Whitney Osentoski, Licensed RE Salesperson, 917‐804‐0134, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18121985 (P, D, E, O) More Info 2082 Frederick Douglass Blvd, #1A 1BDRM/1BA $430,000, Kevin Martinez, 806-441-2801, Bohemia Realty Group, More Info 2056 5th Ave # 4D 2BDRM/2BA $1,460,000, Charlie Lewis, Licensed Associate RE Broker, The Corcoran Group, corcoran.com/5446084 (P,O) More Info The Lenox Grand, 381 Lenox Ave #3C 2BDRM/2BA, David Daniels, 917‐543‐7965, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Corcoran Group, corcoran.com/5386589 (P, V, E, O) More Info 539 W 144th St #5 2BDRM/2BA $770,000, Detria Davu, 347‐256‐1970, Douglas Elliman, elliman.com/3124616 (P, V, O) More Info Fifth on the Park, 1485 Fifth Ave #10B 2BDRM/2BA $1,350,000, bhsusa.com/18087031 More Info #10C 3BDRM/ 2BA, $1,750,000 bhsusa.com/18087039 More Info #10BC 5BDRM/4BA, $3,100,000, bhsusa.com/17884449 More Info Elaine Clayman, Brown Harris Stevens (P, D, E, O) The Walden, 69 E 130th St # 6C 2BDRM/2BA, $839,000, Jeff Goodman, Licensed RE Salesperson, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18488655 (P, D, E, O) More Info The Crown Condominium 2132 Second Ave #3B 2BDRM/2BA $835,000, John Ruocco, 917‐940‐8909, Licensed RE Salesperson, Compass, https://goo.gl/kUEkGK More Info The Langston, 68 Bradhurst Ave #8P 2BDRM/2BA $870,000, Kim Martin‐Shah, Douglas Elliman, elliman.com/3087590 (P, D, E) More Info The Fitzgerald Condominium 257 W 117 St #2D 2BDRM/2BA $1,149,000, Lena Simpson, 917‐664‐6617, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Compass, https://goo.gl/fRBGnH (D, E, P) More Info 103 W 117th St #G 2BDRM/2BA $1,499,000, Michael DeRosa, 551‐427‐0589, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18231416 (P, O) More Info Convent Gardens, 441 Convent Ave #5K 2BDRM/1BA $678,000, Sandy Edry, 646‐319‐6606, Licensed RE Salesperson, Keller Williams, kwnyc.com/convent‐Ave‐10031/hamilton‐heights/condo/199932 (P, E) More Info 155 W 126th St, #1B 2BDRM/2 BA $1,450,000, Shaun Anders, 347‐266‐5806, Licensed Associate RE Broker Douglas Elliman Real Estate, elliman.com/3281925 (P, V, O) More Info 155 W 126th St, Garden B 2BDRM/2.5BA $1,425,000, Gabriella Schaefer, 917‐969‐6150, Licensed RE Broker, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, elliman.com/3321362 (P,V,O) More Info The Dwyer Condominium, 258 St Nicholas Ave #7D 2BDRM/2BA $1,395,000 Maarten Vandersman, 917‐623‐9333, Brown Harris Stevens, bhsusa.com/18278676 (P,D,E,O) More Info The Park Lane Condominium, 118 W 112th St #6C 2BDRM/1BA $748,000, Whitney Osentoski, 917‐804‐0134, Licensed RE Salesperson, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18054921 (P, E) More Info The Style, 51 E 131st St 2BDRM/2BA $819,000 Whitney Osentoski, 917‐804‐0134, Licensed RE salesperson, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/15274493 (P, V, E) More Info The Fitzgerald, 257 W 117th St #6A 3BDRM/2BA $1,998,000, Whitney Osentoski, 917‐804‐0134, RE Salesperson, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18416339 (P, D, V, E) More Info 4 W 109th St #1D 3BDRM/2BA $1,299,000, Brian Letendre, 917‐282‐7998, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Bohemia Realty Group, bohemiarealtygroup.com More Info 106 Edgecombe Ave #2 4BDRM/4BA $2,764,775, Keith Arthur, 718‐344‐9142, Compass, https://goo.gl/A8wyYk More Info The Adeline, 23 W 116th St #11D 4BDRM/2BA $3,125,000, Leanne Stella, 212‐381‐2592, Licensed RE Salesperson, Halstead, halstead.com/18248635 (P, D, E, O) More Info Convent Gardens, 441 Convent Ave #5B 1BDRM/1BA $577,000, Sandy Edry, 646‐319‐6606, Licensed RE Salesperson, Keller Williams, kwnyc.com/convent‐Ave‐10031/hamilton‐heights/condo/190035 (P,E) More Info TOWNHOUSES 242 W 136 St 5BDRM/5BA $2,450,000, Brian Phillips, 347‐891‐4334, Associate Broker, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, elliman.com/3245534 (P,O) More Info 594 W 152nd St 6 BDRM/4BATH $2,495,000, Robert Pair, 917‐791‐6986, Principal Broker, Harlem Lofts, harlemlofts.com/hamilton‐heights/townhouse‐for‐sale/594‐west‐152nd‐street/16163 (P, O) More Info 209 W 121st St 4BDRM/4B $2,893,000, Karen Paul, 917‐951‐9215, Licensed RE Sales Person, Bohemia Realty Group, bohemiarealtygroup.com/view‐sales‐ad/?id=167309 (O) More Info 14 E 126th St 5BDRM/4.5BA $2,850,000, Afsaneh Hay Gabbay, 917‐794‐6544, Compass, https://goo.gl/cbj6rC (P,O) More Info 549 W 152nd St 5BDRM/3BA $2,850,000, Gabrielle Everett, 917‐771‐0673, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Douglas Elliman, www.elliman.com/3321445 (P, O) More Info 106 W 120th St 6 BDRM/4.5BA, $3,475,000, Robert Pair, 917‐791‐6986, Principal Broker, Harlem Lofts, harlemlofts.com/upper‐manhattan/townhouse‐for‐sale/106‐w‐120th‐st/16062 (P, O) More Info 43 Hamilton Terrace 6 BDRM/4.5 BA $3,450,000 Tamara Marotta, 646‐226‐4193, Licensed Associate RE Broker Corcoran, corcoran.com/5284314 (P,O) More Info 134 W 121st St 7 BDRM/3.5 BA $3,200,000, Robert Pair, 917‐791‐6986, Principal Broker, Harlem Lofts, harlemlofts.com/upper‐manhattan/townhouse‐for‐sale/134‐W‐121st‐St/16156 (P, O) More Info 509 W 150th St 8BDRM/4BA $1,800,000, Kirk Hamm, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Esra Realty LLC, 917‐ 727‐3652, esrarealty.com/listings/509‐W‐150th‐St‐bldg‐manhattan‐ny/1932723/?b=%2 (F,P,O) More Info RENTAL NEW DEVELOPMENTS 306 W 142 St 1BDRM/1BA starting at $2,529, halstead.com/18417382 More Info 2BDRM/2BA, starting at $2860, halstead.com/18417382 More Info #PHD, 2BDRM/1BA, starting at $3,507, halstead.com/18417382 More Info Vanessa Chapeton, 917‐797‐0389, Licensed RE Salesperson, Halstead Real Estate (P, E,O) WASHINGTON HEIGHTS & INWOOD CO‐OPS Lafayette Gardens 340 Haven Ave 4R, Studio/1BA, $325,000, Yan Kaziy, 917‐202‐8481, Licensed RE Salesperson, https://goo.gl/P4LsRG (P, D, E, O) More Info 95 Park Terrace # 1D 1BDRM/1BA $350,000, Adina Diane Greenberg, 646‐301‐1452, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Corcoran Group, corcoran.com/5444764 (C, E) More Info The Paterno 440 Riverside Dr #85 1BDRM/1BA $635,000, Brian Letendre, 917‐282‐7998, Licensed Associate RE Broker, bohemiarealtygroup.com (P, D, E, O) More Info Woodrow Court, 565 W 169th #5A 1BDRM/1BA $589,000, Mark D Friedman, 646‐872‐5820, Lic RE Salesperson, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18334768 (D, P) More Info 675 Academy St #5J 2BDRM/2BA $625,000, bohemiarealtygroup.com/view‐sales‐ad/?id=165025 More Info #5C 2BDRM/2BA $499,000, bohemiarealtygroup.com/view‐sales‐ad/?id=165026 More Info Daoud Heidami, 917‐627‐9320, Licensed RE Salesperson, Bohemia Realty Group (P, E) 680 W 204th St 2BDRM/1BA $618,000, Maria‐Stella Fountoulakis, 917‐756‐0278, Licensed RE Salesperson, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18403948 (P, E) More Info 96 Arden St 3F 2BDRM/1BA $659,000, Miles Chapin, 917‐279‐4595, Sr Managing Director/Associate Broker, Modern Spaces, modernspacesnyc.com/listing/inwood‐large‐2br‐with‐diningroom/ (P, E) More Info 350 Cabrini Blvd #5K 2BDRM/2BA $785,000, Nick Rafello, 646‐221‐8321, Corcoran Group, corcoran.com/5352007 (P,E,D) More Info 25 Chittenden Ave #6B 2BDRM/1BA, Nick Rafello, 646‐221‐8321, Corcoran Group, corcoran.com/5289382 (P,E) More Info Fort Tryon Gardens, 245 Bennett Ave #1A 2 BDRM/1 BA $565,000, Tyler Foy, Licensed RE Salesperson, Bohemia Realty Group, 478‐ 397‐0021, bohemiarealtygroup.com/view‐sales‐ad/?id=168581 (P, E) More Info 544 W 157th St #51 2BDRM/1BA $585,000 Vivian Ducat, 917‐301‐1120, Licensed RE Salesperson, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18100590 (P,V,E) More Info 930 St Nicholas Ave #9 2BDRM/1BA $510,000, William Etheridge, 646‐837‐2641, Licensed Associate RE Broker, Douglas Elliman Real Estate (P,V,E,O) 720 Fort Washington Ave #2W 3BDRM/2BA $1,100,000, Nick Rafello, 646‐221‐8321, Corcoran Group (P,E) NEW DEVELOPMENT CONDOS Highbridge Condominium, 448 W 167th St 1BDRM/1BA $525,000‐$668,850; 2BDRM/1BA, $850,000‐$958,000, Klara Madlin, 212‐ 580‐3180, Licensed RE Broker, highbridgecondo.com More Info CONDO 105 Bennett Ave #66B 2BDRM/2BA $800,000 Sandy Edry, 646‐319‐6606, Licensed RE Salesperson, Keller Williams, kwnyc.com/bennett‐Ave‐10033/hudson‐heights/condo/178435/ (P,E) More Info TOWNHOUSES 10 Jumel Terrace Btwn 160‐162nd St 5BDRM/3BA $2,600,000, Barbara Good, 917‐797‐8871, Associate Broker, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/17983816, (P,O) More Info 630 W 158th St 6BDRM/5BA $2,999,000, Vivian Ducat, 917‐301‐1120, Halstead Real Estate, halstead.com/18502679 (P,O) More Info RENTAL NEW DEVELOPMENTS 531 W 159th St 1BDRM/1BA starting at $2,250 halstead.com/18462399 More Info 2BDRM/2BA starting at $2,750, halstead.com/18457889 More Info Jeffrey Green Licensed RE Salesperson, 917‐583‐5684, Halstead Real Estate (P, E, O)

Start the day off with a chic and stylish floral arrangement that is sure to hit the mark! Barbara’s Flowers 2522 Frederick Douglass Blvd 212-234-3211 barbarasflowers.com Purchase a gift card toward clinical skin treatment or make it a mommy and me transformation! Harlem Skin & Laser Clinic 2119 Frederick Douglass Blvd 917-309-6607 harlemskinclinic.com Let a luxurious manicure say what words can’t as you treat your mother to the Bed of Nails’ spa services. Bed of Nails 2272 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd 212-694-2200 bedofnailsnyc.com Leave Mom a piece of your heart with Jewelry by Maiko found in NiLu Gift Store 191 Malcolm X Blvd 646-964-4926 #cultural #guide #MothersDayGiftIdeas #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #MothersDay #ExperienceHarlem #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

Our heartfelt thanks to our generous sponsors, Sweet Hospitality Group, Harlem Community Development Corporation, Williams Capital Group, our Co-Chairs Michelle Fizer-Peterson and Julie Rose, our hard working Benefit Committee, our Board of Directors, and our patrons for their generosity. Special thanks to our beverage sponsors Blackwell Rum and Ozwell,   and our in-kind supporters Island Outpost, Crude Food, Aloft Harlem, and Miss Lily’s. Events such as Jump & Wave enable us to  offer quality arts training to thousands of children each year and transform their lives through the arts and we’re grateful for everybody whose contributions helped make this event a success. DJ Likwuid HSA Dance Ensemble Marvin Washington and Eric G. Pryor Michelle Cohen and Alison Mandelker-Burnett Meg Friedman and Marcia Bulow Stephen S. Usher and Adine Usher Julio Peterson, Michelle Fizer Peterson, Leon, Lisa Arrindell and Muta’Ali Muhammad Marcie and Yohannes Cleary Photos by Steven Schnur and Terrence Jennings #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

Uptown is heating up and the little ones don’t have to miss out on the fun! Our Ultimate Guide to Summer for Kids has all of Harlem’s best programs for fun, education and a life-changing summer. Harlem YMCA ymcanyc.org/harlem 180 W 135th St, New York, NY 10030 212-912-2100 Having programs for youth ranging from Kindercamp to Teen Camp, Harlem YMCA’s eight-week summer program (July 3rd–August 25th) offers everything from basketball and swimming to a traditional summer experience. Find out more at ymcanyc.org/camp! Boys and Girls Club of Harlem bgcharlem.org 425 West 144th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 212-283-6770 While capturing everything from life skills and career development to preventing summer learning loss, The Boys and Girls Club of Harlem has an academic plan all for children aged 6-18. Visit bgcharlem.org/programs to find out which of their programs is perfect for your kid. HYPOTHEKids hypothekids.org 423 West 127th Street New York NY 10027 646-389-4475 Get innovative with your kid’s summer in a curriculum designed and taught by Columbia University‐affiliated faculty and students for 8 weeks. Each of the themed sessions will be between July 10th and September 1st all about kids designing, prototyping and refining technology. Harlem 4 Kids harlem4kids.com info@harlem4kids.org Harlem4Kids’ Storytime hits all the critical points of early childhood development while encouraging parent participation for a unique experience moving, singing and even learning different languages together! Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art & Storytelling 898 St. Nicholas Avenue, New York, NY 10032 212-335-0004 sugarhillmuseum.org Keep it creative from July 10th-27th as your child spends three weeks exploring the uses of light as a medium, studying light & shadow, translucency, and how we can tell stories using light as our source! Studio Museum Harlem 144 West 125th Street, New York, New York 10027 212-864-4500 Studiomuseum.org Don’t miss the opportunity to get conscious and creative as a family at the Studio Museum during their Hands On Program and Lil’ Studio Sessions running from May through June 2017. See the schedule at www.studiomuseum.org/event-calendar/kids-and-family-programs! Concrete Safaris 158 East 115th Street, Suite 144, New York, NY 10029 concretesafaris.org 646-869-1503 Round out the summer months with an action packed adventure in Concrete Safari’s JungleGym 2017 Summer Series featuring obstacle courses, bounce houses and more on June 24th, July 29th and August 26th, 2017. #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY

Give us free, you say? Well, you got it. All summer long. The truth is the rent is too damn high and so is everything else. Take in the beauty and rich legacy of historic Harlem with Experience Harlem. We’ve done the legwork and put together a comprehensive guide for alla Uptown massive so you don’t have to; We’ve identified more than 33 events for the family; O.G.s, new jacks, music buffs, film lovers, sexy people and everyone else who loves this vibrant social and community. It’s #HarlemSummer, baby, and it’s all Gratis. Free99. No cash required. #FreeHarlem. See you out in these streets. Theatre – Art – Film – Music – Film & Music – Festivals – Party Time – Walking Tour – 5k & Health Walk – Family Fun – Readings THEATRE The Classical Theatre of Harlem presents The Three Musketeers July 9 – 30, Tues – Sun (no Monday showings), 8:30 p.m./Dusk The Richard Rodgers Amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mt. Morris Park West Since 1999, CTH has presented the stalwarts of the stage with original adaptations featuring music and dance, and this year, it’s all for one and one for all as D’Artagnan and the Musketeers engage in a rousing story of double crossings, kidnappings, spellbinding fights and sweeping romance. Directed by Jenny Bennett and choreographed by Tiffany Rea-Fisher. Adapted by Catherine Bush. Free. cthnyc.org ART Target Free Sundays at the Studio Museum Sundays, June 4, 11, 18, 25; Guided Tours: 1:00 p.m. Hands on: 2:00-4:00 p.m. The Studio Museum in Harlem, 144 W. 125th St. Each Sunday in June, the Studio Museum offers free guided tours of its current exhibits. June 4: Harlem Postcards Spring 2017 and Smokehouse, 1968–1970; June 11: Regarding the Figure; June 18: the art of Rico Gaston; June 25: Signature. The gallery tour welcomes folks of all ages; stick around for the “Hands On” family programming with painting, arts or crafts for little people. Free. studiomuseum.org Reflections & Yoga June 10, July 8, August 12; 10:00 am Morningside Park, Manhattan Avenue & 117th St Practice conscious breath and movement in the summer sun. Reflections is a collaborative project with artist Aya Rodriguez-Izumi, Art In FLUX and Three and a Half Acres Yoga featuring three interactive public sculptures that utilize the collective ideas of art and yoga as platforms for healing, harmony, and reflection while simultaneously encouraging inclusivity in two practices that are historically non-diverse. Free. artinfluxharlem.com/reflections FILM ’80s Outdoor Movie Screenings at Morris-Jumel June 15, 1:30-3:00 pm; July 27 & August 24 8:30-10:00 pm Morris-Jumel Mansion, 65 Jumel Terrace Though the drive-ins of the ’70s are mostly long gone, you can enjoy classics of the ’80s under the stars and in the shadow of Manhattan’s oldest mansion. On June 15, there will be an afternoon showing of Back To The Future, starring Michael J. Fox; July 27 promises thrills and lots of slime-filled fun  watching the original Ghostbusters (Who you gonna call?); and Aug. 24, promises a take on the crazy antics of The Goonies. Free. morrisjumel.org 25th Anniversary of Juice & Afterparty Fri., July 7, 2017, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Schomburg Center, 515 Malcolm X Blvd. Tupac back! And he’s starring in a hip-hop classic filmed and set in Harlem. Released in 1992, Juice comes home. Starring Omar Epps and presents the acting debut of rap icon Tupac Shakur alongside Jermaine “Huggy” Hopkins, Khalil Kain and Samuel L. Jackson. Relive the epic moments of this thriller and then participate in a talkback with the film’s director, Ernest Dickerson, and surprise guests. Following the film will be a ’90s music-themed after party. Free. eventbrite.com| schomburg events ImageNation Presents: Get Out Mon., July 10; Music at 6:00 p.m., Films at 8:00 p.m. or Sundown Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mt Morris Park West Even if you have seen the most talked about film of the year, it’s worth bringing friends and foes alike to see a reprise of Get Out, a speculative thriller that most view as absolutely brilliant. Directed by Jordan Peele of Key & Peele fame, Get Out is the young African-American man visits his white girlfriend’s family estate, and becomes ensnared in the more sinister real reason for the invitation. Afterwards, get your dance on with DJ Brittofied. In partnership with Historic Harlem Parks. Free. imagenation.us Imagenation Presents: I Am Not Your Negro [HARLEM WEEK] Sat., August 19; Music at 6:00 p.m., Films at 8:00 p.m. or Sundown St. Nicholas Park, 135th St. & St. Nicholas Ave Learn more about the life and thoughts of one of Harlem’s most revered native sons, James Baldwin. “I Am Not Your Negro” was nominated for a 2017 Academy Award, and the seed for this film was planted more than 35 years ago. In 1979, James Baldwin wrote a letter to his literary agent describing his next project, “Remember This House,” a personal account of the lives and assassinations of three of his close friends: Medgar Evers, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. This film is a reimagination of that work. Music by Radio 103.9. imagenation.us | harlemweek.com Imagenation Presents: “Queen of Katwe” [HARLEM WEEK] Sat., August 26; Music at 6:00 p.m., Films at 8:00 p.m. or Sundown St. Nicholas Park Great Lawn, 135th St. & St. Nicholas Ave. More blackgirlmagic comes to the big screen with this gem of a film starring David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong’o and Madina Nalwanga. This Ugandan/South African flick depicts the life of Phiona Mutesi, a Ugandan girl living in a slum in Katwe who learns to play chess and becomes a Woman Candidate Master after her performances at World Chess Olympiads. Featuring music by a live DJ + Chess activities for kids presented by the St. Nicholas Chess Club. Free. imagenation.us | harlemweek.com MUSIC Jazzmobile Wednesdays at Grant’s Tomb Wednesdays, July 5, July 12, July 19, August 2, August 9; 7:00-8:30 p.m. Grant’s Tomb, West 122nd St. & Riverside Dr. Hump Day turns into the best day if you crave the sounds of jazz under the stars. Jazzmobile marks its 53rd year (so you know it has to be good) with a stellar line-up of musicians and singers serenading General Grant and Harlemworld: July 5: Winard Harper; July 12: Sonny Fortune; July 19: Antonio Hart; Aug. 2:– Houston Person; Aug. 9: Alyson Williams. Free. jazzmobile.org Jim Jones Sat., August 19; 5:00- 7:00 pm Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mt. Morris Park West One of Harlem’s prodigal sons returns as Joseph Guillermo Jones II, better known as Jim Jones, rocks the stage of Marcus Garvey’s ampitheatre. This hometown hero and self-proclaimed capo of Harlem-born and bred Diplomats (Cam’ron Giles, Freekey Zekey and Juelz Santana,) will no doubt perform his biggest hit, “We Fly High,” as well as a bevy of other songs made famous by his Dipset crew. Ayyyye! Free. cityparksfoundation.org Jazzmobile Friday’s at Marcus Garvey Park Fridays, July 7, July 28, August 4, August 11, August 18; 7:00-8:30 p.m. Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mt Morris Park West What better way to kick off the weekend than with live music? Every Friday, starting in July, you got plans. And they involve jazz, the outdoors and pretty people. July 7: Wycliffe Gordon Quartet; July 28: Brianna Thomas; Aug. 4: Jeremy Pelt; Aug. 11: Craig Harris. On Friday, Aug. 18 catch the soulful Blues Festival, featuring “King” Solomon Hicks with Special Guests. Free. jazzmobile.org Jazz at the Mansion Sat. & Sun., August 19 & 20; 2:00-6:00 pm Morris-Jumel Mansion, 65 Jumel Terrace Melt into the sounds of classic jazz as you enjoy the great outdoors on the lawn of one of oldest houses in the city (George Washington decamped here for a spell during the American Revolution). Bring a blanket and some libations as Harlem icon Marjorie Eliot, who has been giving live jazz concerts in her home for more than 30 years, performs the standards. Free. morrisjumel.org Sundae Sermon August 13, 2017 Harlem’s most beloved dance party returns and promises to be a stone cold groove as legendary DJ Stormin Norman spins classic hip-hop, soul, Afrobeat and house. Revel in the sun with Harlem’s most beautiful, who spill into the park after church, brunch or sleeping in ready to mix, mingle and move. If your hands are not in the air at least once during the day, you may want to get your soul checked. Family-friendly. Free. sundaesermon.com Great Jazz on the Great Hill Sat., Aug. 5; 4:00 -7:00 p.m. The Great Hill, Central Park, Central Park West and 106th Street Jazzmobile and the Central Park Conservancy present the sounds of jazz on a great incline in Central Park. Join The Jimmy Heath Big Band, Allan Harris and Matthew Whitaker as the sounds of jazz make a truly perfect Saturday possible. Free. jazzmobile.org | centralparknyc.org Jazzmobile Presents: Havana Festival [HARLEM WEEK] Wed., August 16; Havana has a very rich connection to Harlem, musically, historically, and socially and so it is only fitting that Jazzmobile join with the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce to present the Havana Festival, which promises to roll out the sounds, smells and sights of this Cuban city smack in the heart of Harlem. Enjoy Cuban music, food, cultural displays, goods and more. Free. jazzmobile.org | harlemweek.com FILM & MUSIC Imagenation Presents: Moonlight [HARLEM PRIDE] Fri., June 16; Music at 6:00 p.m., Film at 8:00 p.m. or Sundown Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mt Morris Park West Winner of Best Picture at the 2017 Academy Awards, this extraordinary drama explores three defining chapters in the life of Chiron, a young Black man growing up in an impoverished neighborhood in Miami. His epic journey to manhood is guided by the kindness, support and love of the community that helps raise him. Starring Mahershala Ali, Janelle Monae, Naomi Harris, Andre Holland. Directed by Barry Jenkins, Afterwards, let go with an outdoor house party spun by DJ Michael Forde! In partnership with Historic Harlem Parks, Harlem Pride, Slay TV and Harlem2020. FREE imagenation.us | harlempride.org Summer of Music Outdoor Film Series July 17, 2017 @ St. Nicholas Park, 135th St. & St. Nicholas Ave July 24, 2017 @ Jackie Robinson Park, Address 145th St & Bradhurst Music set at 7:00 p.m., Film at 8:30 p.m. Join the Maysles Documentary Cinema Center in its 9th Annual music and documentary series. This year promises to free your mind with two astounding documentaries that celebrate the resilience, joy and fight that is people of color. July 17: Freak the sounds of salsa, freestyle and hip-hop, before viewing “We Like It Like That.” Music of Revolution is the order of the day on July 24, as you spin to those sounds before watching the 2017 documentary “Whose Streets,” about the Ferguson uprising and the activists involved in it. Free. maysles.org Imagenation Presents: “The 13th” & Soul Train Tribute! Sat., Aug. 12; Music at 6:00 p.m., Film at 8:00 p.m. or Sundown Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mt Morris Park West After watching the truly harrowing documentary, “The Thirteenth,” by Academy-Award nominated director Ava Duvernay, a moving treatise on the U.S. prison industrial system, you will assuredly need release. And the annual Soul Train Tribute is it! Arguably the hottest jam in the park for six consecutive years, the Soul Train Jam celebrates the soundtrack of American social movements with a tribute to Freedom Songs from the Soul Train Era. With Music spun by DJ Stormin’ Norman of Sundae Sermon, this tribute will feature music from Soul Train artists: James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Curtis Mayfield, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and others interpreted by an all-star cast of independent artists. In partnership with Historic Harlem Parks, InJoy Enterprises, Sundae Sermon. Free. imagenation.us Imagenation Presents: Black Girl Magic! Sat., Sept. 9; Music at 6:00 p.m., Film at 8:00 p.m. or Sundown Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mt Morris Park West Celebrate the superflyness of black women and girls of with a screening of critically acclaimed Sundance pick, The Fits, directed by Anna Rose Holmer. The film follows an 11-year-old tomboy as she tries to fit in with her peers after joining an all-girl dance team in this dreamy exploration of girlhood. Beforehand, let the sounds of hip hop, Soul, House and more spun by DJ Natasha Diggs wash over you before you rock out with live music curated by Injoy Enterprises. There’s also an all-female band in the mix starring Camille Gainer Jones with wicked performances from independent black girls like Abby Dobson, Claudia Hayden, Toni Ann Semple, Vivian Sessoms, and more. Free. imagenation.us FESTIVALS 116th Street Festival in El Barrio Sat., June 10; 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Around 116th Street and 3rd Ave Wepa!!!! The annual 116th Street Festival is a celebration of community and culture and in the heart of El Barrio, or Spanish Harlem. The largest street festival in NYC, the one-day event always takes place the day before the Puerto Rican Day parade, and features five stages of national touring acts and homegrown talent. Gorge on pasteles and pernil, and wash it down with pina colada and coquito as you peruse over 200 exhibitors under the sounds of booming salsa, hip-hop, and other traditional Latin music. Free. 116thstfestival.com 8th Annual Harlem Pride Celebration Day Sat., June 24, 2017; 12:00 p.m. – 6: 00 p.m. West Harlem: 12th Avenue between West 135th and West 138th Streets In 2010, Harlem Pride’s founders saw an opportunity to celebrate not just our Same Gender Loving/LGBT community, but its role and contributions to Harlem’s rich history. The mission of this vibrant day is to advocate for, educate, promote, and unite Harlem’s Same Gender Loving/LGBT individuals, organizations and supporters in cultivating a sense of honor, dignity and respect for our diverse culture and community. Rain or shine. Free. harlempride.org Shop Harlem Live Harlem Lifestyle Expo Saturday, June 24, 2017; 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. MIST, 46 W 116th St Enjoy 60+ Harlem Made products; Virtual Tour of new Sugar Hill Creamery ice cream shop; Meet and Greet with the Harlem Whole Foods Market Vendors; plus Family/Kids activities including Adult and Kids Indoor Cycling and Mini Trampoline Classes by Eye Cycle NYC; Kids Cooking Demo by Plant Rich Life; Arts and Crafts by Grandma’s Place; Face Painting by Layla Merritt; Live Musical Performance by Vy Higginsen’s Teen Gospel Choir; and Music by Dj Stormin’ Norman, Sundae Sermon. Learn why Harlem is NYC’s favorite neighborhood to EAT, SHOP, PLAY!   Register for FREE tickets at shopharlemliveharlem2017.eventbrite.com Harlem Book Festival Sat., July 15; 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. W. 135th St & Malcolm X Boulevard Bibliophiles and those who love them can get their literary life at the annual Harlem Book Festival, the largest African American book fair in the U.S. For one day in Saturday each year, 135th Street is lined with authors, exhibition booths, workshops, panel discussions, food, handmade crafts, and of course, books, and lots of them. Notable participating authors have included Maya Angelou, Cornel West, Sonia Sanchez, Amiri Baraka, Walter Mosley, Terry McMillan, Touré, Farai Chideya, Stanley Crouch, Nelson George, and Mark Anthony Neal. Free. harlembookfair.com Go Africa Harlem Street Festival Sat., July 15; 10a.m.-7p.m. 116th Street between Adam Clayton Powell & Frederick Douglass Ave. In recognition of the significant and thriving African community in Harlem, “Little Senegal” transforms into the L’Afrique in a full day of homage to the Motherland. Peruse unique goods and services provided by African & Caribbean merchants on 116th street and check out two pavilions showcasing dance, art, music and dress from various regions throughout the continent and Caribbean. Free. goafricaharlem.org “A Great Day In Harlem” [HARLEM WEEK] Sun., July 30; various activities; 1:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. U.S. Grant National Memorial Park; West 122nd & Riverside Drive A Great Day in Harlem always shapes up to be just that as the community shows off its local artists and institutions. From 1:00-3:00 p.m. take in the “International Cultural Showcase,” featuring dance companies and choral ensembles; 3:00-4:15 p.m. it’s time for the Gospel Caravan, featuring inspirational music; 4:30-5:30 p.m. is the Fashion Fusion Showcase, showing the best in urban fashion; and finally, 5:45-8:30 p.m. is a “Concert Under the Stars.” Free. harlemweek.com 5th Annual Harlem Revive! A Community Day of Unity Sat., Aug. 5; 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Jackie Robinson Park Bandshell, 148th & Bradhurst Join HCCI, the Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement, and nearly 1000 Harlemites for the fifth annual Harlem Revive!: A Community Day of Unity. This community affair offers job opportunities; gospel choirs and dance ministries, arts and crafts for children, free food and contact with community leaders and local residents who bring a spirit of love and community engagement. hcci.org Harlem Day [HARLEM WEEK] Sun., August 20; 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 135th Street – between Fifth Avenue and St. Nicholas Ave. Over 90,000 people descend on four blocks in central Harlem to partake in this always unique fair with flair. There are four outdoor stages of live entertainment, this year featuring “The International Roots of Jazz:” reggae, Latin, soca, gospel, R&B, hip-hop, rock, blues and calypso. The Upper Manhattan Auto Show from is always fun; as is the Children’s Festival at the YMCA stage. Wash all the magic down with delectable soul vittles and fresh squeezed lemonade, and cop some music, clothing, bags or shirts. Free. harlemweek.com Charlie Parker Jazz Festival Thurs.-Sat., Aug. 24-Aug. 26; 7:00-9:00 p.m. Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mt Morris Park West Marcus Garvey Park comes alive with the sounds of sweet music for the 25th anniversary of the Charlie Parker Jazz Festival. Here, artists of all stripes pay homage to the jazz legend also known as Byrd. August 24: Jason Samuels Smith tap dance exhibition; August 25:Lee Konitz Quartet; August 26: Anat Cohen Tentet. Free. cityparksfoundation.org PARTY TIME First Fridays: LGBT Pride Fri., June 2; 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Schomburg Center for Research In Black Culture, 515 Malcolm X Blvd. Kick off Pride month and party with the fabulous people in honor of the In the Life archive, a collection of materials of and by black LGBT people throughout history, housed in the Schomburg’s Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books Division. Add to that a pop-up exhibit highlighting the life and work of historical LGBT activist Storme DeLarverie, who was central to the Stonewall Riots. DJ Missy B and Craig Nice lord over the Langston Hughes Lobby or jam to DJ Frankie Paradise in Our American Negro Theatre. Signature drinks. Free (donations welcome). eventbrite.com | schomburg events Uptown Fridays! at The Studio Museum Fridays, July 7, July 21, August 4, August 18; 7:00p.m.-10:00p.m. Studio Museum in Harlem, 144 W. 125th Street Uptown Fridays! celebrates the sights and sounds of the season by transforming the museum’s courtyard and galleries into a vibrant social hub, featuring food and drink specials, free guided tours and live entertainment. A great way to kick off the weekend, and mingle with Uptown’s finest. Free. studiomuseum.org Entertainer’s Basketball Classic at “The Rucker” June 19 -August 2017 Holcombe Rucker Park, 280 W 155th St. Old School Harlem is in effect at “The Rucker,” the basketball league that showcases the finest street ball with professional and amateur players alike. Shot callers such as Jay Z and Fat Joe sponsor teams who dazzle and defy gravity while the emcee keeps the crowd in stitches narrating the ballers’ deft moves. Try to come early and peep everyone from LeBron James to Shaquille O’Neal who has come to the old Pologrounds for this iconic set. The first week will feature give aways for the kids along with big performances and great games all in the honor of founder Greg Marius who died in April. Free. facebook.com/ebcruckerpark WALKING TOUR Black Power 50 Multimedia Harlem Walking Tour Sat, June 10, 2017; 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. Schomburg Center for Research In Black Culture, 515 Malcolm X Blvd. Take a leisurely stroll through the historical Harlem streets, with this unique walking tour showcasing Harlem sites associated with the Black Power and Civil Rights movements. Beginning in the 1960s through present day, this tour is an educational and entertaining field experience to complement the Schomburg Museum’s Black Power! exhibition, which explores the Black Power movement. Free. eventbrite.com | schomburg events 5K Run & Health Walk Percy Sutton 5K Run & NYC Health Walk Sat, August 26; 6:00 a.m. registration, 8:30 run start time; 9:30 a.m. walk start time 135th Street & St. Nicholas Avenue Thousands of participants from all over the NYC, tri-state regional participate in this annual health event named for one of Harlem’s scions, Percy Sutton. Sutton, who as Manhattan borough president in the 1970s championed the New York City Marathon as a five-borough event. A 1.5 mile walk accompanies the event. Registration required. To register for the walk, register here; to register for the run, register here. Free. harlemweek.com | nyrr.org FAMILY FUN NYC Children’s Fair [HARLEM WEEK] Sat, August 19; 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.; West 135th St., Bet. Malcolm X & Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. Sun., August 20; 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.; YMCA Stage, 125th & St. Nicholas Ave. Over 10,000 children between the ages of 5 to 12 descend on 135th Street to revel in a day of storytelling; children’s entertainment showcasing tap dancers, dance troupes, step shows, hip-hop dancers, theater, poetry and vocalists; arts and crafts; double dutch competitions; face painting; technology; health services; dance lessons and sporting events. Free. harlemweek.com READINGS Cheryl Wall Speaks On “Women of The Harlem Renaissance” Wed., June 21; 7:00 p.m. Revolution Books, 437 Malcolm X Blvd. Professor Cheryl A. Wall, author and foremost scholar on women artists of the Harlem Renaissance, will discuss the lives and works of Jessie Redmon Fauset, Nella Larsen, Zora Neale Hurston, Bessie Smith and others. This promises to be a fascinating evening exploring the struggle of a generation of literary women in the 1920s and ’30s who sought to depict the lives of Black people, especially Black women, honestly and artfully. Willis is a literary critic and professor of English at Rutgers University. Free (donations welcome). revolutionbooksnyc.org #HarlemSummerEvents #cultural #guide #essential #event #Harlem #local #FreeHarlemEvents #Uptown #culture #NewYork #experienceharlem #experience #NYC #shoplocal #harlemnyc #harlemites #NY