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Reflecting on the evening’s success, Barbara Askins, CEO of the 125th Street BID, shared a message of gratitude and prid...
11/28/2025

Reflecting on the evening’s success, Barbara Askins, CEO of the 125th Street BID, shared a message of gratitude and pride:
“This season was God blessed. Harlem community coming together and connecting with each other, showcasing the rich culture and history that has shaped this community for decades. The 125th Street BID has always recognized that our district sits in the middle of an amazing community, and it is a priority to engage with the community on many levels. Harlem Holiday Lights helps us expand engagement with all who live, work, visit, and invest in Harlem. Happy Holidays.”

There was an after parade party hosted by Native Restaurant. The Holiday Lights continued to shine on 125th Street and will remain up until the New Year. – so enjoy.
As the final float rolled by and the lights shimmered into the night, one thing was clear: the Harlem Holiday Parade of Lights continues to be a radiant reminder of the power of community—and a beacon guiding Harlem into a joyous holiday season.

Thank you to all float participants all volunteers and encourage anyone to post their favorite moment from the parade with and tag us. Thank you for joining us this week on our Holiday Lights Parade memories!

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-20/

Special thank you to sponsors and partnerships




Additional highlights included Industrial Bank’s refreshments at 382 W. 125th Street, Xtraordinary/Lion’s Den’s music an...
11/27/2025

Additional highlights included Industrial Bank’s refreshments at 382 W. 125th Street, Xtraordinary/Lion’s Den’s music and toy giveaway on Madison Avenue, a seniors’ watch party with gifts at 134th and Malcolm X, and the 107–145 West 135th StreetApartment Tenant Association’s hot chocolate and WHCR DJ set—embodying the warmth and diversity of Harlem’s holiday spirit.

The parade and its many activations were made possible through a wide network of community partners and sponsors, including the Manhattan Borough President’s Office, Community Boards 9 and 10, the Apollo Theater, Columbia University, Settepani Restaurant, MetroPlus Health, Toys of Hope, Ryan Health, A. Philip Randolph Senior Center, Hope Center, Mushtari, Living Redemption Harlem–Dowling West Side Center, Harlem Community Development Corporation, Central Harlem Senior Citizens’ Centers, W. 135th St.Apartments Tenant Association, Harlem Advocates for Seniors, Fata Realty, the United House of Prayer, the FDNY, the NYPD, and others whose support brought the celebration to life.

Thank you to all float participants all volunteers and encourage anyone to post their favorite moment from the parade with and tag us. We’ll be posting a memory of the parade every day throughout the week!

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-20/

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Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine’s officecontinued their annual tradition by hosting a festive watch party with s...
11/26/2025

Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine’s officecontinued their annual tradition by hosting a festive watch party with snacks and hot chocolate at 431 W. 125th Street. Up and down the route, stoop gatherings and spontaneous celebrations erupted, including vibrant clusters along 132nd Street and Malcolm X Boulevard. The Clayton & Co. Merchant Association welcomed paradegoers at Harlem Hops, while the Schomburg Center drew crowds with hot beverages and music at Malcolm X Boulevard and 135th Street.
 
Many local organizations embraced the community spirit with warmth and creativity. First AME Bethel Church shared prayer cards at 132nd and Lenox; Boost Mobile offered hot drinks and raffles on 125th Street; and Brasserie added flair with live music and a festive window display. At 161 W. 125th Street,Sister in Purple and Erika Ewing (D9) kept spirits high with a brightly lit watch corner. The Victoria Theater Restaurant hosted an indoor viewing party featuring special holiday cocktails, while Harlem Heavenly Notes performed along Frederick Douglass Boulevard.

Thank you to all float participants all volunteers and encourage anyone to post their favorite moment from the parade with and tag us. We’ll be posting a memory of the parade every day throughout the week!

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-20/

Special thank you to sponsors and partnerships




There were approximately 50 community watch sites and activations, each adding its own unique flavor to the celebration....
11/25/2025

There were approximately 50 community watch sites and activations, each adding its own unique flavor to the celebration. At 120th Street between Mount Morris Park and Madison Avenue, and again at 2014 Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard, the NYPD distributed toys on behalf of the 125th Street BID, creating joyous moments for children and families. The Department of Transportation handed out flashlights, pens, and safety literature near Lenox Avenue, while PICHC energized their watch zone at 127th and Lenox with music and snacks.At 18 Mt. Morris Park, WHCR Radio Station filled the air with music, while Settepani Restaurant treated guests to a complimentary glass of prosecco with any pizza purchase. On West 116th Street, FACES NY warmed the crowd with hot chocolate, peppermints, and hand sanitizers. Nearby, Greedy Pot offered treats and cocoa at their Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard location.
Thank you to all float participants all volunteers and encourage anyone to post their favorite moment from the parade with and tag us. We’ll be posting a memory of the parade every day throughout the week!

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-20/

Special thank you to sponsors and partnerships




This year’s theme, “Culture, Community, Connections,” highlighted the rich heritage and strong bonds that define the nei...
11/24/2025

This year’s theme, “Culture, Community, Connections,” highlighted the rich heritage and strong bonds that define the neighborhood. Leading the procession as Grand Marshals were actor and philanthropist Malik Yoba, born in the Bronx and raised in Harlem, and the legendary Apollo Theater, celebrating nine decades of artistic excellence on 125th Street. Their presence underscored the parade’s commitment to honoring Harlem’s cultural legacy while shining a spotlight on the people and institutions shaping its future.

Thank you to all float participants all volunteers and encourage anyone to post their favorite moment from the parade with and tag us. We’ll be posting a memory of the parade every day throughout the week!

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-20/

Special thank you to sponsors and partnerships
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Harlem ushered in the holiday season with dazzling brilliance on November 18th as the Harlem Holiday Parade of Lights se...
11/23/2025

Harlem ushered in the holiday season with dazzling brilliance on November 18th as the Harlem Holiday Parade of Lights set off at 6 p.m. from Broadway and 125th Street. Now in its 30-plus year tradition, the event, produced annually by the 125th StreetBusiness Improvement District (125BID) remains New York City’s only evening parade dedicated entirely to holiday lights. It has become a beloved community celebration that radiates joy, unity, and the spirit of Harlem.

Thank you to all float participants all volunteers and encourage anyone to post their favorite moment from the parade with and tag us. We’ll be posting a memory of the parade every day throughout the week!

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-20/

Special thank you to sponsors and partnerships




Our final part of our Blacks on Broadway series! Check out all the shows and more at the link below:https://www.harlemco...
11/17/2025

Our final part of our Blacks on Broadway series! Check out all the shows and more at the link below:

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-6/

“The Outsiders” playing at the Jacobs Theatre is a musical that tells a story of the haves and the have nots, as the poor and rich kids battle. It stars Alex Joseph Grayson (Dallas Winston); and features Sky Lakota-Lynch (Johnny Cade); Tilly Evan-Krueger (Ace); and Renni Anthony Magee (Steve).

“Ragtime” playing at Lincoln Center’s Vivian Beaumont Theater tells the incredibly musical story of three families going after the American Dream, it shows racism against Blacks and prejudice against immigrants in this country and features a brilliant Black cast including Joshua Henry (Coalhouse Walker Jr.); Nichelle Lewis (Sarah); John Clay III (Booker T. Washington); and Kaleb Johnson and Kane Emmanuel (Coalhouse Walker III).

“Six” is playing at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre. A British pop musical, it goes into the lives of the six ex-wives of King Henry VIII. The cast features Najah Hetsberger (Catherine of Aragon) and Taylor Marie Daniel (Catherine Parr).

“Stranger Things: The First Shadow” playing at the Marquis Theatre is based on the Netflix tv show, the story captivates on Broadway. The production features Gabrielle Nevaeh (Patty Newby) and Ayana Cymone (Sue Anderson).

“Wicked” playing at the Gershwin Theatre tells the story of the wicked witch and Glinda in a way you have never heard before and will not soon forget. It stars Lencia Kebede (Elphaba), the first time a Black actress has done this role and Natasha Yvette Williams (Madame Morrible).

Day four of our Blacks on Broadway series! Check out the shows below and more at the link below:https://www.harlemcommun...
11/15/2025

Day four of our Blacks on Broadway series! Check out the shows below and more at the link below:

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-6/

“MJ The Musical” playing at the Neil Simon Theatre, tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life and features 25 of his biggest hits. The cast stars Matte Martinez (MJ) and features Tavon Olds-Sample (Michael); Apollo Levine “Wicked” (Rob/Joseph Jackson); Sasha Allen (Katherine Jackson); Christopher Sean Cooper Jr. and Emjay Roa alternate as Little Michael; Julius Raymond Weems IV (Little Marlon); Matthew Frederick Harris (Tito Jackson/Quincy Jones); Antoine L. Smith (Berry Gordy/Nick); Lloyd A. Boyd III (Randy Jackson); John Edwards (Jackie Jackson); Nick T. Daly (Jermaine Jackson); and Zachary Downer (Marlon Jackson).

“Mamma Mia!” will begin performances on August 2 at the Winter Garden Theatre and will feature the marvelous music of ABBA. It will feature Jalynn Steele (Tanya).

“Moulin Rouge” is playing at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. As Bohemians and Aristocrats mingle, this musical is a celebration of truth, beauty, freedom, and love. It features Wayne Brady (Harold Zidler); Andre Ward (Toulouse-Lautrec); Taye Digg (The Duke of Monroth), Rayven Bailey (Arabia) and Donnie Hammond (La Chocolat).

Part three of our Blacks on Broadway series! Check out these shows and more at the link below:https://www.harlemcommunit...
11/14/2025

Part three of our Blacks on Broadway series! Check out these shows and more at the link below:

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-6/

“Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” playing at the Lyric Theatre tells an engaging story of Harry Potter and other students at Hogwarts. It’s a magical time at the theatre! It features Ayanna Nicole Thomas (Rose Granger-Weasley) and Rachel Christopher (Hermione Granger).

“Hell’s Kitchen” playing at the Shubert Theatre features Alicia Keys songs and is a loosely based autobiographical story on her life growing up in Hell’s Kitchen. The musical stars Amanda Reid (Ali) and features Christopher Jackson (Davis); Phillip Johnson Richardson (Knuck); Jackie Leon (Jessica); Vanessa Ferguson (Tiny); Rema Webb (Crystal); Chad Carstarphen (Ray); Lamont Walker II (Riq); and Jakeim Hart (Q).

“Just In Time” playing at Circle In The Square Theatre is about the life of singer Bobby Darin. It features Lance Roberts (Ahmet Kirshner).

“Liberation” playing at James Earl Jones Theatre tells a story about the Women’s Movement in this country in the 1970s, focusing on a small women’s group, it is very relevant with what women are going through today. The story is poignant and based on real people. It features Kristolyn Lloyd (Celeste) and Kayla Davion (Joanne).

“The Lion King” playing at the Minskoff Theatre, is the beloved Disney musical that brings the movie version of the same name to glorious life with lifestyle puppets, a captivating storyline, powerful, meaningful songs, and it will help one to appreciate the circle of life. It stars L. Steven Taylor (Mufasa); Sidney Nicole Wilson (Sarabi); Vincent Jamal Hooper (Simba); Pearl Khwezi (Nala); Albert Rhodes Jr. (Young Simba); and Bonita Hamilton (Shenzi).

Part 2 of our Blacks on Broadway series! More at the link below:https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-6/ “Chess...
11/13/2025

Part 2 of our Blacks on Broadway series! More at the link below:

https://www.harlemcommunitynews.com/harlem-nov-6/

“Chess” playing at the Imperial Theatre is a romantic story.

“Chicago,” playing at the Ambassador Theatre, tells the delightful, sexy stories of the women of murderess row. It features Angela Grovey as Matron “Mama” Morton and Sean Samuels as Martin Harrison.

“Death Becomes Her” playing at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre is a musical comedy based on the 1992 film of the same name, about two women who want to stay young and workout an unholy alliance to stay beautiful, so of course it backfires. It stars Michelle Williams (Viola Van Horn) and features Taurean Everett (Chagall).

“The Great Gatsby” playing at The Broadway
Theatre is an amazing musical telling of the classic novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. It stars Aisha Jackson (Daisy Buchanan).

“Hadestown” playing at the Walter Kerr Theatre, tells the mythical story of Orpheus trying to overcome Hades and get back to his love. The cast stars Morgan Dudley (Eurydice) and features Rebecca Naomi Jones (Persephone); and Marla
Louissaint (Fate).

“Hamilton” playing at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, is a beloved musical that focuses on the life of Alexander Hamilton. The cast stars Trey Curtis (Alexander Hamilton), and features Stephanie Umoh (Angelica Schuyler); Morgan Anita Wood (Eliza Hamilton); Bryson Bruce (Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson); and Tamar Greene (George Washington); Ebrin R. Stanley (Hercules Mulligan/James Madison); Cherry Torres (Peggy Schuyler) and Leslie Odom Jr. (Aaron Burr).

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