Harlem Community Newspapers

03/11/2020

If you are thinking #THELINKS, INCORPORATED is merely a social group of women lunching and brunching, you are mistaken. The Links, Inc., established in 1946, is one of the nation’s oldest and largest women’s volunteer service organizations.

With more than 288 chapters across the United States, the Bahamas and United Kingdom, members are dedicated to enriching, sustaining and ensuring the #culture and economic survival of #AfricanAmericans and other persons of #Africanancestry.

#TheGreaterNewYorkLinksHealth and Human Services Committee recently hosted an interactive #workshop at the Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Community Center in #Harlem. Links co-chairs Dr. Marcella Maxwell, Michelle D. Stent, Esq., and Rhonda Joy McLean, Esq. welcomed attendees and introduced invited speakers.

The STUDENTS HELPING SENIORS WORKSHOP was purposed to partner seniors with a student to assist them in understanding their tech devices. Seniors were invited to bring their mobile phones, iPads, laptops and other technical devices.

The Reverend Deacon Rodney A. Beckford, Director of the Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Center, under the auspices of Catholic Charities Community Services provided ample space for the workshop from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Kendal Askins, STEM Educator, NYU Tandon School of Engineering, gave an overview of technology issues and seniors’ concerns itemizing helpful tech opportunities, such as making Appointments; Setting Alarms and Reminders; Finances; Data Security and Video Chatting with family and friends.

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03/11/2020

Double Tap if you believe
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#wisdomwendesday #neversettle

03/10/2020

Due to Coronavirus Concerns the Harlem News March 19th Women's Event has been rescheduled for Oct. 15

03/09/2020

Women’s History Month recognizes the contributions of women throughout history and in contemporary society.

It is celebrated annually in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. #InternationalWomensDay fell on March 8th and during October in Canada, corresponding with the celebration of #PersonsDay on October 18th.

You can honor the enormous accomplishments of women with numerous events throughout March in New York City #NYC. #TheInterchurchCenter (61 Claremont Ave.) celebrates its 60th anniversary on March 19th, many years of offering continuous service to its neighboring residents and beyond. They will convene and recognize the leading ladies of #Harlem from the nonprofit and faith-based sectors. Dr. Lakeesha Walrond, the first woman to lead the #NYTS, will be the keynote speaker.

Throughout March, #PoePark Visitor Center in the #Bronx will feature women graffiti and street artists who exhibit their powerful art. On March 12th at Morris-Jumel Mansion in Roger Morris Park in Manhattan Professor Katherine Manthorn will explore the interconnected lives of 2 influential women from the 19th Century New York, Eliza Jumel and Eliza Pratt Greatorex. On March 14th at the Grand Army Plaza in #CentralPark in Manhattan, they say some made music, some made noise, all made a difference; there, celebrate women who broke records, broke ground, and blazed trails. Learn more about #WomensHistoryMonth at https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/wom- ens_history_month.

03/07/2020

The New York Urban League has played an important League #NYUL held their role in the city’s history, and we centennial kick-off event salute all that they have done and “100 Stories of Black New York” on February 20, 2020 at The New York Historical Society, coinciding with a special installation titled “The New York Urban League at 100” on exhibit now through May 17th, 2020.

Open to the public, the sold-out program featured the stories of the 106th Mayor of New York City David N. Dinkins and Queens Public Library President & CEO Dennis Walcott. A panel discussion was also held titled “The Importance of Storytelling to the Civil Rights Struggle Then and Now, ”where participants included Marc Morial, National Urban League President, Arva Rice, President & CEO of New York Urban League, Wes Moore, CEO of Robin Hood, and NBC Anchor & Host David Ushery as moderator.

For over 100 years, the New York Urban League has led the way in the education, employment, and empowerment of underserved African Americans across the five boroughs of New York City. During this time, the organization has inspired, influenced, and ignited over one million Black people to achieve their highest aspirations. NYUL remains a vital resource for the city’s African-Americans and other underserved groups. The League helps to transform the lives of over 8,000 families each year by providing quality higher education options, economic opportunity, and community engagement.

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#mayordinkins #mayordeblasio #galebrewer #nyhistoricalsociety #africanamericans #nyc

03/06/2020

Emancipate yourself from mental slavery none but our self can free our minds (Bob Marley)
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#quotes #lifequotes #selfcare

03/05/2020

Go and watch 72 Miles to Go by #HillaryBettis and directed by #jobonney

Use the code 72MHN when buying tickets!

Showing until May 3
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#ad #72milestogo #roundabouttheatrecompany

03/05/2020

It’s all apart of the master plan!
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#masterplan #life #quotes

03/04/2020

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03/04/2020

It's time to celebrate YOU!
The 11th annual Uptown Women Business Owners Luncheon is just around the corner on March 19. Join us at the famous Alhambra Ballroom with a continental breakfast and lunch buffet. This is a space for WOMEN to network and celebrate each other. We are grateful to the generosity of this year's sponsor Emblem Health for helping to make this event a reality. If you have any questions reach out to Pat at [email protected]. Don't forget to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPJ3_RSQkDXIivezm7dIN_x6tEQPIp_0DcptZ2v_vajmY4YQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

03/02/2020

On February 12th there was a celebration of
art and Black History at the Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building Art Gallery and Community Room. The event was a celebration of the reopening of the Art Gallery which was closed in 2018 and just reopened January 2020. The event was presented by the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce #GHCC and the Office of General Services in partnership with the International Agency for Minority Artist Affairs #IAMAA, Harlem
Arts Alliance and Charter.

There was a viewing of the new exhibit now on display at titled, “Harlem Art Then and Now: A Celebration of Community and Contemporary Art,” these pieces are selections from the State of New York’s Harlem Collection as well as that of exceptional community artists.
Cheryl Wills was the emcee of the event and she also had a book signing of her new book “Emma.”

Lloyd Williams, President of the GHCC and the Hon Roann Destito, Commissioner of NYS Office of General Services spoke of the importance of reopening and preservation of the 2nd Floor Art Gallery and community space.

Greg Mills, Curator of the Art Gallery and Director of IAMAA says he is looking forward to continuing to present emerging artist’s works in the Art Gallery and continuing community events.

Next month IAMAA will present a two-day Women’s History month event – “HERstory” on March 11th and 12th. This will be a screening of film such as “17 Shades” and clips and screen interviews and discussions about Black Women in history, including Toni Morrison, etc. Contact IAMAA for more information call Greg Mills at 212- 749-5298 or email [email protected].

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#blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #blackart #adamclaytonpowelljrofficebuilding #harlem #harlemevents

03/02/2020

02/27/2020

One of the most important archaeological finds of our time is New York’s African Burial ground: the nation’s earliest and largest known African-American cemetery. For years it was hidden and violated, but holds the remains of New York City’s African and African-American pioneers and represents their significant history.

The African Burial Ground was designated a New York City Historic District and a National Landmark in 1993 and in 2003 some 10,000 participated in the “Rites of Ancestral Return” and re-interred the remains in a hand-carved wooden coffins from Ghana along with nearly 8,000 personal hand-written messages from the living to the African ancestors were also buried.

In 2006, the African Burial ground was pro- claimed a national monument and in 2007 the African Burial ground National Monument became the first National Monument dedicated to Africans of early New York and Americans of African descent: a sacred space honoring their memory, work, and lives.

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#africanburialground #blackhistorymonth #africanamericans #newyork #nationalmonument #blackhistory

02/27/2020

A Simple Truth 😌
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#lifequotes

02/24/2020

Harlem Restaurant Week, kicks off with double the restaurants, great deals from some of Harlem’s top fine dining spots and many ways to discover new and treasured eateries throughout west, central and east Harlem.

The program combines promotional efforts from #HarlemParktoPark, #FrederickDouglassBlvdAlliance, #UptownGrandCentral, #UnionSettlement, #BradhurstMerchantsAssociation, New York Women’s Chamber of Commerce #NYWCC , Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement #HCCI and Harlem Week/ #GHCC Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, with support from Empire State Development’s Harlem Community Development Corporation (HCDC) and Division of Tourism/I LOVE NY.

The Harlem Restaurant Week prix fixe dining promotion will take place throughout Harlem from March 1 to 15. A full list of participating restaurants and programming can be found at www. harlemrestaurantweek.com.

Various restaurants are planning entertainment showcases ranging from live jazz and music performances to dance and talks, in the tradition of Harlem’s gathering spots. A list of retail bonus offers and cultural events are listed and will be regularly updated on the HRW website at www.harlemrestaurantweek.com.

(SWIPE) through to see participating restaurants!

Comment below which restaurant you’re dying to try 😍
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#harlemrestaurantweek #harlem #hrw #centralharlem #eastharlem #westharlem #nyc #food

02/24/2020

Don’t wait for others to agree
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#motivationalmonday #quotes #beauty

02/15/2020

Check out this career fair on February 25th!
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#jobs #jobfair #timessquare

02/14/2020

Watch Mike’s powerful speech focused on African American economic justice delivered in historic Greenwood, Tulsa, Oklahoma and then stay for a roundtable discussion

RSVP HERE:
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#bloomberg #bloomberg2020 #bloomber2020harlemoffice #roundtablediscussion

02/14/2020

Happy Valentine’s Day 🤍
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#valentinesday #love #quotes

02/13/2020

Off Broadway is putting Blacks to work in a wonderful way through plays from Black writers like Katori Hall, Lynn Nottage, Donald E. Lacy, Jr., C.A. Johnson, Pearl Cleage, Jillian Walker and through the work of other writers as well.

Go out and support our Black artists on those stages! Here are the Black Off Broadway 2020 Actors: We appreciate you 🙏✨

Nya Bowman @ImanaBreaux @MarcDeliz @MystieGalloway Adrain Washington Joshua Boone Montego Glover Renika Williams Kara Young JerushaCavazos @MorganSiohbhanGreen Leslie Uggams Lynn Whitfield @alfiefuller @johnandrewmorrison @khirywalker @sheldonwoodley @alanaraquelbowers @jenniferfouche @ashantij’aria @ebonymarshall-oliver @RobertGMcKay @AignerMizzelle @joseadamramos @ezraknight @DonaldELacy @Jessica Francis Dukes @Dimitri Carter @Curtis Cook Jr. Marcus Gladney @Benton Greene @Richarda Abrams @Stephanie Berry @Justin Austin @Errin Duane Brooks @Helena Brown Chanae Curtis, Soprano Adrienne Danrich, Soprano @Leroy Davis Matthew Gamble Christian Mark Gibbs Tesia Kwarteng, Mezzo Soprano @Justin Lee Miller @Jasmine Muhammad Kearstin Piper Brown, Soprano Kimberli Render, soprano Krysty Swann Mezzo Soprano @Chabrelle Williams @Joyia Bradley @Suzanne Darrell @Anthony Goss AnJu Hyppolite @Natalie Jacobs Ashley Noel Jones @Kayland Jordan @Allyson Kaye Daniel @Kenya Hamilton Kendra Lynn Lucas Rachel Sarah Mount @Marlaine Powell Tsebiyah Mishael Derry Lori-Sinclair Minor Jillian Walker @Kristin Dodson @Toni Lachelle Pollitt @portia @Nikkole Salter @Nicco Annan @Sheldon Best @Cecil Blutcher @Korey Jackson Toussaint Jeanlouis @Jason Bowen @Eric Robinson Jr. @Bianca Horn David Aron Damane @Tyrone Davis Jr. @Coco-Smith @Michael Rogers @Joyce Sylvester Janelle McDermoth @Donnetta Lavinia Grays @David Ryan Smith

02/12/2020

Off-Broadway is a very viable venue for African American actors. There are numerous productions that are utilizing the talents of Black performers. Some shows have opened already and many are coming in 2020. Off- Broadway is putting Blacks to work in a wonderful way through plays from Black writers like Katori Hall, Lynn Nottage, Donald E. Lacy, Jr., C.A. Johnson, Pearl Cleage, Jillian Walk- er and through the work of other writers as well. Productions are happening throughout Manhattan as well as, in Brooklyn.

The Off-Broadway season for 2020 will be very exciting. There are so many productions that offer all types of storylines for one to enjoy. There are musicals, dramatic plays, comedic plays, one-woman shows, one-man shows, there is a variety for many theatrical appetites. Go out and support our Black artists on those stages.

Read through the article to learn more about these Off-Broadway plays!
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#offbroadway #blacksoffbroadway #africanamericanactors #supportblack

02/07/2020

Happy Friday folks!
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#blessings #happyfriday

02/05/2020

There is not enough being done to lower the prices of prescription medications that could mean life or death for so many African Americans that depend on it to live.

The risk for getting type 2 diabetes increases with age with the highest incidence occurring between 65-75. This is precisely the point in life when income decreases. African American women are especially affected. They are likely to be care-givers and spend their hard-earned money on ensuring family members are healthy making access to insulin a greater challenge.

Recently, a coalition of health care, social jus- tice, and faith organizations launched “Affordable Insulin NOW,” a campaign demanding lower drug costs for those suffering from diabetes.

Together, we are raising our voices, amplifying each other’s stories, building on-the-ground teams, and demanding our policymakers and pharmaceutical companies work together to provide access to high quality and affordable insulin.
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#nychealth #health #diabetes #blackwomen #affordableinsulinnow

02/05/2020

Always remember ☝️
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#selflove #wisdomwednesday

02/03/2020

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna Maria Onore, were among nine people killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday, January 26, 2020. Bryant was 41, and his daughter, affectionately known as GiGi, who was only 13.

“As the reports came in on the death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter and the other passengers on board his helicopter we all were shocked and saddened by the news of a life gone far too soon,” stated Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., the chairman and executive publisher of NNPA member newspaper, the Los Angeles Sentinel. “Whether you were a Laker fan or not, the news seemed surreal.”

Born in Philadelphia in 1978, Bryant was initially drafted by the Charlotte Hornets with the 13th overall pick of the 1996 NBA draft, but forced a post-draft trade to the Lakers, stating it was the only team he’d join. Bryant spent his entire career with the Lakers, winning five NBA championships and the 2008 MVP Award. He topped Michael Jordan for third place on the NBA all-time scoring list in December 2014 and retired in 2016 after scoring 60 points in his final game. His uniform numbers 8 and 24 were both retired by the franchise, making him the only NBA star to have two numbers retired with the same team.

Bryant is survived by his wife, Vanessa Laine Bryant, and children Natalia, Bianka, and Capri.
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#kobebryant #rip #lakers #nba #basketball #gigi #0824 #mvp

01/31/2020

Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology offers state of the art imaging center in Harlem, conveniently located on the corner of 125th and St. Nicholas. This is exactly what is needed, to help women with their fight against breast cancer.

What sets Zwanger, Harlem location apart from any other radiology facility is that all of the equipment is brand new. State of the art imaging technology is also very safe, so there is little threat when it comes to screenings or the number of screenings that a patient can have.

Pat Stevenson, Publisher of the Harlem Community News said, “I am thrilled to have an imaging facility con- veniently located right here in Harlem where I live. I am a 3-year triple negative breast cancer survivor and have to take a mammogram every 6 months. Zwanger has the latest equipment and I will be coming here.”

In addition to mammography machines, Zwanger has MRI machines, cat scan, X-ray, ultrasound, and Dexa for bone density testing.

Zwanger accepts most insurances. For more information go to zprad.com or call today for an appointment (718-732-0222).
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#mammography #breastcancer #zwanger #womenhealth #harlem