HW Poll: The New Year

Walter’s World: Weekend Picks Dance, Theater and American Folk Opera

By Walter Rutledge

This weekend dance, theatre, and American folk opera take center stage in the city that never sleeps.

Men’s Nike Air Jordan 11 Retro Concord Sneakers in Harlem

Here they are the most popular sneakers at the moment, the Men’s Nike Air Jordan 11 Retro Concords. Yesterday, we passed three stores (Atmos, Nike House of Hoops, and Jimmy Jazz) on 125th Street that had lines of  20 or more kids standing in them.

Harlem YMCA Members Generously Donate Gifts for Harlem Families

On Tuesday, December 20, 2011, staff from the Harlem YMCA visited with 32 Harlem families with bags of gifts that will surely make spirits bright.

A Frederick E. Samuel Community Democratic Club of Harlem 2011 Holiday

Photo above is from the 41 old year old Club serves as a volunteer base in political campaigns.  During the year, the Club host numerous special events and activities including an Annual Legends Award, health fairs, Members Appreciation Day, Community Holiday Celebration, Legal Clinic, etc.

Happy Holiday’s Harlem, Love Melba Moore

 

Happy Holidays From The Harlem World Magazine Family 2011!

Five Ways To Create A Personal Renaissance!

Wishing you health and happiness this Holiday Season and prosperity in the New Year. We value our readers, contributors, interns and partners  and thank you for being part of our community. We look forward to continuing our work in the coming year.

We all have the power to make a difference and I believe that when we encounter those less fortunate, we have an obligation to help. - Oprah Winfrey

Are you ready to reach beyond yourself and give back? Here are some ideas.

Claude Jay: the Impossible is Possible

The Origin of the Watch Night Service

By Claude Jay

On December 31, people around the world will gather to celebrate waiting and watching as 2009 goes out and the New Year 2010 comes in. Just a short subway ride from Harlem, thousands of people will gather to watch the ball drop In Time Square. As we look back on 2009, there is much to reflect on in our lives, in our neighborhoods, city, state, country and world.

Eddie Allen Quintet At The Dwyer In Harlem [Video]

Eddie Allen is one of the ‘brightest lights’ on the New York music scene today.

HW Pick: Bob Dylan, 132nd Street and FDR Drive, Harlem, 1963,

Richard Avedon,  Bob Dylan, Singer, 132nd Street and FDR Drive, Harlem, November 4, 1963.

St. Philip’s Church In Harlem, 1809 (video)

Since 1809, St. Philip’s Church-through its clergy and congregation, its tradition and service, its goals and dreams has been an institution of major spiritual and civic importance in the Harlem community.

Walter’s World: How Much Has The Arts Changed For Minority Performers?

By Walter Rutledge

This weekend the New York City Ballet production of the holiday classic The Nutcracker Live From Lincoln Center appeared on public television. The George Balanchine version was brilliantly danced, and the spectacle was complete with a flying sleigh and colorful sets and costumes. The only color missing from the entire production was Black.