The Passing of Dazivedo Watson, Harlem Political Figure

Note: This was received by UptownFlavor from Ben Rosen- Ofc. of Assemblyman Keith Wright

Greetings:
Last night, October 29th, 2007, a Harlem political powerhouse, Mr.
Dazivedo Watson (1927-2007)passed away. Mr. Watson, or Daz as he was known to his
friends and family, was involved in Harlem politics dating back to the
1960’s when he was a founding member of the [...]

From the Inbox: Fifth on the Park Update

FYI, there’s an update on Fifth on the Park which you blogged about earlier this year –  
“Grey’s Anatomy” star, Chandra Wilson, recently bought a condo there (NY Post) and now the building is nearly half sold. The developers say it’s very popular among women buyers. . .
Also, nine out of the ten studios have [...]

Another Rage in Harlem

Dozens of angry residents and business owners turned out in Harlem yesterday to protest a redevelopment plan that will demolish 16 local stores. Sigfeld Group and Kimco Realty Corp., a multinational real-estate firm, have a purchased a $50 million swath of property in the historic Harlem district around 125th Street and Frederick Douglass Boulevard. Stores [...]

Locals Turn the Heat Up

Rally Calls for Residents’ Support to Keep Harlem Local
Over one hundred protesters—some still dressed in their Sunday best—carried signs with phrases like “Harlem is Our Mecca,” “Stop Cultural Genocide,” and “Stop Bleaching Harlem” on Sunday. The advocates were marching in the “Save Harlem” rally at the New York State office buildings’ outdoor pavilion at 125th [...]

Reminder: Fall Festival in St. Nick Park

Tomorrow, Saturday, from 2-4pm we will be hosting our annual Fall
Festival. The event is free and is one of the highlights of our year.
Below is more info. including rain location information. Hope to see
you there!

Party With the Rowers

Join the Harlem River Boat Club for its Fall Happy Hour at Revival Bar!
Come meet us, learn about this crazy sport called rowing and find out what we’re up to this winter (hint: a lot!) and how you can get out on the water with us in the spring!
Friday, November 9th
6pm-8pm
Revival Bar (129 E. 15th St. btwn Irving [...]

Bronx Small Business Development Center Collaborates with Operation Hope in Harlem

The Bronx Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Lehman College is providing business assistance at the new Operation Hope Center in Harlem.
Serving residents of Harlem, the Bronx and neighboring communities, the center is offering financial education as well as assistance to entrepreneurs. Services include banking and money management seminars, credit counseling, resume building, home and [...]