MTA Chair Lieber Visits Coney Island DFNQ Station For National Night Out

August 6, 2024 Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Chair and CEO Janno Lieber and MTA Chief Customer Officer Shanifah Rieara today visited Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue, NY. They visited the subway station to celebrate National Night Out located within NYPD Transit District 34. The MTA leaders thanked officers at the end-of-line station for keeping the subway system safe and … Read more

Paul Martin, Harlem’s Unsung Illustrator Of The Roaring Twenties, 1883

In the vibrant tapestry of Harlem’s artistic history, one name that deserves more recognition is Paul Martin. Mr. Martin was an illustrator whose work captured the spirit of America during the Roaring Twenties. Born in 1883, Martin’s career flourished during a time when Harlem was becoming a cultural epicenter, though his connection to our neighborhood … Read more

The Importance Of Term Plan Calculator In Life Insurance Plans

The increasing popularity of life insurance plans among people developing their curiosity to learn about several options together with a suitable and beneficial insurance plan. A term plan calculator is the common approach utilised by potential clients as well as insurance providers to evaluate the efficiency of Life Insurance plan aligning with the needs and … Read more

The Phil Young Quartet At Cafe Alke

Renowned Harlem photojournalist Seitu Oronde recently captured the soulful performance of The Phil Young Quartet at Cafe Alke, located at 1838 Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard on West 112th Street in Harlem.  This intimate venue provided the perfect backdrop for an evening of musical healing and entertainment. The Phil Young Quartet, a staple in the Harlem … Read more

Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi, A 75-Year-Old Artist Unveils New Quilts At Claire Oliver Gallery In Harlem

Harlem’s Claire Oliver Gallery is pleased to present Whole Cloth: Narratives in Black and White, the gallery’s first solo exhibition of work by Carolyn Mazloomi. It is the artist’s first-ever gallery exhibition, on view from September 3 – November 2, 2024.  Through the medium of large-scale quilts, Mazloomi recounts the valiant lives of Black civil-rights activists, … Read more

Sylvia’s Restaurant Celebrates 62 Years With Free Breakfast For The Community

August 6, 2024 Sylvia’s Restaurant, a beloved institution in Harlem, is proudly celebrating its 62nd anniversary by giving back to the community with a free breakfast event. Known as the “Queen of Soul Food,” Sylvia’s has been serving authentic Southern cuisine since its founding by Sylvia Woods in 1962. A Culinary Legacy The restaurant has … Read more