City Expands Loans For Minority, Women

The Economic Development Corp. announced a loan and assistance program Tuesday that it says will help solve a basic supply vs. demand problem plaguing the city’s affirmative-action contracting: government construction projects that prioritize hiring minority-

Sinergia And Harlem Leaders Talk Achievement Gap

As a follow up to the East Harlem Promise Neighborhood grant submitted on June 2010, Sinergia is putting together a very special meeting and inviting the planning team, which includes schools, partners and supportive organizations that participated in this initiative plus other East Harlem stakeholders who are interested in advancing the state of education and the development of the community.

Best Free Event At City College In Harlem

Stretch those vocal chords at City College’s Karaoke Night, hosted by reggae artist VIVA La Burns with an appearance by comedian Lynn Hill. Free grub and libations, and WCCR 640am will raffle off a monthly metrocard.

Fashion’s Night Out Is In 2011!

Our Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), and NYC & Company-the city’s marketing, tourism, and partnership organization-today announced the date for the third annual Fashion’s Night Out (FNO), to be held on Thursday, September 8, 2011 in celebration of New York City’s $55 billion fashion and retail industries.

Columbia Alum’s Bring Bargains To Harlem

In a new startup run by Nhon Ma, CC ’04, free or discounted deals with local merchants are just an iPhone tap away. Founded by two former Google employees and now in beta testing, Tenka—which has formed partnerships in Morningside Heights—allows users to browse deals on their smartphones…

Robbers Run But Can’t Hide In Harlem

Two crooks tried to run but couldn’t hide after cops caught them tooling around Morningside Heights in a stolen car, authorities said. Police stopped the 1995 Lincoln Town Car at West 116th Street and Riverside Drive …

Peace Tree At Cathedral Of St. John The Divine

The tree is decorated with over 1000 paper cranes and other signs of peace. There is an advent procession on Sunday, December 5th with the choir of boys, girls and adults singing carols punctuated by readings.

Cafe St. Germain Arrives In East Harlem

Cafe Saint Germain is the second French cafe to open up on East Harlem’s Lexington Avenue but it is also unfortunately the most hidden.  Having debuted earlier in the year, the super cozy eatery with warm wood paneled walls …

Walters World: Interview With Dudley Williams

By Walter Rutledge

Last week Walter Rutledge Harlem World‘s senior writer did an exclusive interview legendary dancer Dudley Williams at the HW offices.

National Dance Institute Makes Home In Harlem

The National Dance Institute, founded in 1976 by Jacques d’Amboise, is establishing its headquarters at PS90, a residential redevelopment on which L+M Development Partners and Goldman Sachs’ Urban Investment Group are collaborating.

‘Wright Brothers’ Playground Planned In Harlem

Community Board 12 approved plans to renovate Orville & Wilbur Playground in Washington Heights, a plan that will allow residents to use benches and game tables outside of the child-only area of the playground.

Body In Marcus Garvey Park Sparks Flashbacks

The revitalization of Marcus Garvey Park has gone hand-in-hand with the revitalization of the Mount Morris Park Historic District.