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Volume 23- July 2008
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AFRO-PUNK FESTIVAL WEEK- June 28-July 7 -returns to BAM bringing film, music, and art united under the banner of black rebellion. This year includes a focus on the Black Panthers, an art exhibit display in the lobby featuring archival Black Panthers photographs and work from Pratt Institute, Movie at BAMan Afro-Punk Block Party,a special appearance by Black Panther co-founder Bobby Seale opening night and finale party Brooklyn Museum Target First Saturday Brooklyn Museum Sat, July 7, Free! is a final culminating event for the Afro-Punk Festival week. The concert will feature music by The Exit, Dragons of Zynth, The Smyrk, and DJ sets by CX Kidtronik and King Cole. www.bam.org/events/08PUNK/08PUNK.aspx
COOL PICKS JULY
International African Arts Festival Friday, Jul 04, -July 6 2008 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Brooklyn Celebrate African arts and heritage by sampling music, dance, food, crafts, and fun. FREE Commodore Barry Park, at Park Avenue and Navy Street Downtown Brooklyn, NY 11205.: Navy Street, between Flushing and Park avenueswww.iaafestival.org/
CARIFEST C.A.R.E.S is a Reggae Benefit Concert that has joined forces with KEEP A CHILD ALIVE to help fight the war against AIDS in Africa. Sunday July 6, 2008 at the USTA Arthur Ashe Tennis Center reggaecarifest.com/
Summer Style Meet the Designer Fashion Event and Sample sale for Charity, Wed, July 9th 6:30p-9p, 29th floor conference center, White & Case LLP 1155 Ave of Americas btwn 44 & 45th street. Complimentary Wine and Chocolates, designers DRU New York drunewyork.com, LOLA HAZE lolahaze.com, Yumi Kim yumikim.com rsvp tchang@whitecase.com
9th Annual Latino Alternative MUSIC CONFERENCE July 8-12- is the only major conference geared towards the marketing of Spanish-language alternative music - the voice of today's Latinos. This four-day event providing networking opportunities with the genre's leading artists, label executives, journalists, managers, retailers and programmers, is the most extensive gathering of Latinos in entertainment to be offered by a music conference to date www.latinalternative.com/
Asian American International Film Festival July 10th- 19th - showcasing the best in Asian and Asian American cinema with a series that includes 13 dramatic features, nine documentaries, and 10 shortshttp://asiasociety.org/aaiff/index.html
4th Annual Hip Hop Festival - FAMILY DAY - JULY 12th. Family, Fun, Community, Beats & Rhymes for all ages! Families and kids of all ages are invited for free giveaways, diabetes and asthma screenings, music, food, activities, demonstrations and more. Our mission this year is to use Hip Hop music and culture to bring attention to the issue of childhood obesity and associated diseases including diabetes and asthma. Programming from: DJ Misbehaviour, Metropolitan Hospital, The Brooklyn Crescents Lacrosse, Made in NY PA training Program, Hip Hop Trivia + more! Empire Fulton-Ferry State Park, 12-3pm , Corner of Plymouth & Main Streets, Dumbo, Brooklyn , Enjoy family activities and BBQ from 12 p.m.-4 p.m., with a live DJ. Live performances 4 p.m.-8 p.m.
Obon Dance Festival, July 13, Sunday, at Bryant Park (Avenue of the Americas , between 41st & 42nd streets) from 1-5pm. The event will feature hours of fun, merriment, Japanese folk dancing, and taiko (Japanese drumming) performances, plus tables of activities for children and adults. Much of the festival is devoted to traditional folk dances, with hundreds of people participating—the dances are so easy that even participants with little or no experience can join in.
NEW JERSEY STATE FAIR AT THE MEADOWLANDS www.njfair.com/ Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, NJ Thursday, June 26 Through Sunday, July 13 for 18 days of fabulous family fun and fantastic family entertainment value.
MLB All-Star FanFest -The Midsummer Classic returns to the Bronx in Yankee Stadium's final season this July. And there's plenty of fun reserved for Manhattan's West Side, at the annual DHL All-Star FanFest, to be held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center from July 11-15 mlb.mlb.com/nyy/fan_forum/asg/fanfest_fun.jsp The 10th
HARLEM BOOK FAIR Anniversary Celebration Harlem, New York in association with the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture Events from July 18 - 20, 2008 West 135th Street from Malcolm X Blvd. to Frederick Douglass Blvd. www.qbr.com/page12740.asp
NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL LATINO FILM FESTIVAL – July 22-27 now the premier Urban Latino film event in the country. The NYILFF's mission is to showcase the works of the hottest emerging Latino filmmaking talent in the U.S. and Latin America, offer expansive images of the Latino experience, and celebrate the diversity and spirit of the Latino community. Programming includes the flagship film festival in NYC, new music and art showcases, family and community events, scholarships for aspiring filmmakers, and a nationally recognized short film competition in partnership with HBO.http://nylatinofilm.com/festival_info/about.html
HARLEM VINTAGE PRESENTS @ Nectar wine Bar Sunday, July 20, 1:30pm The Joy of Cheese Presents Uptown Sunday Afternoon, This Sunday, cheat on your favorite brunch spot and come "Uptown Sunday Afternoon" for a cheese and wine tasting. You won't want to miss Nectar's inaugural cheese & wine tasting featuring the Joy of Cheese founder, Martin Johnson, who procured the charcuterie menu at Nectar. Tickets and event information available at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/38294. also Tuesday, July 22, 6:00pm Wine & Food Pairing Dinner @ The DenGrab your friends and join us for dinner at The Den (http://www.thedenharlem.com/) The chef will prepare a fabulous three course menu with wine expertly paired with each course. More details to follow.
NYC Restaurant Week's Food Celebration From July 21st to 25th, and July 28th to August 1st, experience some of Union Square’s finest dining for a fraction of the usual cost nycvisit.com/RestaurantWeek/ Third
Annual Southern Queens Gospelfest Saturday, Jul 26, 2008-3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Bailey Pond Park Queens A festival of soulful sounds, this show will spotlight talented choirs and gospel singers from the community of Baisley Pond Park and others. Bring a folding chair or blanket. Arts & crafts and face painting will be available for free. Location: Rockaway Boulevard between Sutphin Avenue and Baisley Boulevard
JELLYNYC Pool Party Sundays Jul 06- - Aug 24 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Brooklyn The JellyNYC Pool PARTIES return to McCarren Pool for a third summer of fun. Look forward to dodge ball, slip-n-slide, food, ice cream, bands, fans, families and kids of all ages and much more. FREELocation: McCarren Pool (Lorimer Street between Driggs Avenue and Bayard Street) www.jellynyc.com
KIDS & FAMILY
4th Annual Harlem River Festival and Family and Kids Day. –July 12-all Day Activities include: Eco-cruises on the Harlem River, Under Da BiG Tipi with Exhibits and Folk Performances by BOMBA YO, Angel Davidson Center DRUM Teens, African Drums and Dance, and A Dozen, as well as environmental educational recreation, petting zoo, hay ride, animal habitat discovery open center, games and contests with prizes, refreshments and much more. A collaboration with River Park Towers Tenant Association, RY Management. Made possible with the support of Hudson River Foundation, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Councilwoman Helen Diane Foster, Assemblywoman Aurelia Greene, and RY Management. Location:located at the southern end of Roberto Clemente State Park NYC Bridge Park Beneath Bld 10 RPT Bronx 11231 urbandivers.org/
AMC theaters is offering $1 Movies on Weds at 10am all Summer Long! The films are family films, and all admissions proceeds will go to charity! www.amctheatres.com/smc/movies.html
DISCOVER Madagascar –June21-July 27-Be among the first visitors to see the Bronx Zoo’s newest exhibit, Madagascar! During six summer weekend events, celebrate the wildlife, culture, and natural history of this extraordinary African island nation. On Astor Court, enjoy traditional Malagasy music and dance, gaze up at amazing stilt-walkers in lemur costumes, go on a treasure hunt, and enjoy storytelling and crafts www.bronxzoo.com/this-season-at-the-zoo/events-calendar/discover-madagasar.aspx
Hot Peas 'N Butter-Hot Peas 'N Butter's Danny Lapidus and Francisco Cotto - as seen on Noggin and Nickelodeon - bring their signature combination of Latin jazz, R&B, folk, and rock to the annual Mad. Sq. Park Kids series on the Oval Lawn. Visit our Deals & Steals section to get a special offer on their latest CD, Volume 4: The Pod Squad, through July 20! Ages: 2 to 6, Time: 10:30am-11:15am, Cost: Free Madison Square Park 23rd to 26th Streets between 5th & Madison Avenues 212.538.5058 www.madisonsquarepark.org Adventures with
Dora and Diego- CMoM presents the nation's only museum exhibition inspired by the popular characters from the award-winning Nickelodeon series' Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go!. The bilingual exhibit - a collaboration between CMOM, Nickelodeon, and series co-creators Chris Gifford and Valerie Walsh - uses a multi-sensory environment to transport children to Dora's house, Diego's Animal Rescue Center, and a tropical rainforest. Interactive elements help young visitors learn about Latino culture, preschool science, and animal facts. Children's Museum of Manhattan 212 W. 83rd Street New York, NY 10024 212.721.1234 www.cmom.org
Cirque Dreams: Jungle Fantasy -An international cast of 25 soaring aerialists, spine-bending contortionists, acrobats, jugglers, and musicians blends European artistry with circus and Broadway theatrics to bring Cirque Dreams: Jungle Fantasy to life. 212.239.6200; 212.947.8844 Cost: $26.50-$96.50 www.cirquedreamsbroadway.com/ Hippo Playground:
Art in the Park =The Hippo Playground Project sponsors free arts & crafts activities for kids every weekday morning during the summer. In case of inclement weather, the program takes place in the parkhouse. Enter on 91st Street and Riverside Drive. hippoplayground@yahoo.com www.riversideparkfund.org Ongoing Weekdays 6/26/08 - 8/29/08; Time: 10am-12n FREE
Liberty Science Center: MAGIC-The Science of Illusion- An interactive exhibition that includes original contributions from world-renowned magicians Penn & Teller, Goldfinger and Dove, Max Maven, and Jade allows visitors to become active participants in magical illusions. Video presentations introduce visitors to four popular "tricks": transformation, mind reading, levitation, and the disembodied head. Visitors can then go backstage to experiment with hands-on activities and discover how science, math, psychology, culture, and the art of performance come together to create magic.18.699.0005http://www.nyscience.org 47-01 111th Street Flushing Meadow Corona Park Ongoing Daily 6/28/08 - 9/14/08;
Moose Hall Theater Presents "El Zorro: The Curse of El Capistrano" Sunday, Jul 27, 2008- 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Queens, Enjoy free outdoor theater overlooking the beautiful Long Island Sound. Please bring a chair or blanket. Location: Gazebo, Fort Totten Parade Grounds, FORT TOTTEN PARKPhone number: (718) 352-4793
Friends of Fort Totten Parks Family Fun Day Saturday, Jul 12, 2008 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m- a a fun afternoon of free activities including games, crafts, medical screening, pet micro-chipping, demonstrations, and more. Location: Fort Totten Parade Grounds
B.M.X. Bike Competition Saturday, Jul 12, 2008 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Staten Island A thrills, spills, and skills competition. Location: Ben Soto Skate Park, Midland Beach Playground
STREET FAIRS
Wednesday, July 2 (through Monday, July 7)
Peloteros Unidos SBL Street Fair-109th Street between 2nd & 3rd Street
Friday, July 4
Flushing Development Center Fest -Sanford Avenue between Union & Main Street P
earl Street Park Association Festival -Water Street between Broad & Fulton Street
Saturday, July 5
Church of St. John the Baptist Fest -6th Avenue from 23rd to 33rd Street
McBurney YMCA Festival -6th Avenue from 14th to 23rd Street
Woodside on the Move Festival -Woodside Ave/Roosevelt Av-65th Place Queens
Sunday, July 6
Meretz/Israeli Civil Rights Education Fund -Lexington Avenue from 34th to 42nd Street
USO Street Fair -Avenue of the Americas from 42nd to 56th Street
Saturday, July 12
14th Street-Union Square LDC Street Fair -Park Avenue South from 17th to 23rd Street
East Village Visiting Neighbors Fest -4th Avenue from Astor Place to 5th Street
Sunday, July 13
Captive Nations Parade -Fifth Ave (Sidewalk)
French Institute Bastille Day -East 60th Street between 5th and Lexington Avenue
National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations Festival -Madison Avenue from 42nd to 57th Street
Friends of Queens CB 1 Street Fair -30th Avenue between 29th & 42nd Streets, Queens
Friday, July 18
Manhattan Community Board # 1 Festival -Lafayette Street from Walker St. to Franklin St.
Bronx Dominican Festival July 17-18 -Clay Avenue between 173rd Street & Claremont Parkway Bronx
Saturday, July 19
East Side Rezoning Alliance Festival -Lexington Avenue from 42nd to 57th Street
QBR-The Harlem Black Book Review -135th St Btwn Lenox and Manhattan Ave
St. Bernard Church Festival -14th Street between 7th and 8th Avenue
Sunday, July 20
International AIDS Prevention/Names Project Fest -Broadway between Houston Street and Grand Street
The Motion Picture Club -7th Avenue from 47th Street to 57th Street
Saturday, July 26
Children’s Aid Society Fest -Bleecker Street between Broadway and 6th Avenue
Fed to Preserve the GV Waterfront Fest -Greenwich Avenue between 6th & 7th Avenue
Vanderbilt YMCA Festival -2nd Avenue from 42nd to 57th Street
Sunday, July 27
Actor’s Temple Cong Ezrath Israel -47th Street between 8th and 9th Avenue
Juan Pablo Duarte Festival -St. Nicholas Avenue between 171 & 181 Street
Children’s Leukemia Research Association Festival -52nd Street between Lexington and 7th Avenue Asociacion Tepeyac de New York -14th Street between 7th & 8th Avenue
Friends of LaGuardia -LaGuardia Place between 4th & Houston Street
IMPORTANT INFO
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COOL ACTIVITIES
WHITE WATER RAFTING, CANOEING, KAYAKING AND MORE
The Lehigh River Gorge makes for exciting and unforgettable days of whitewater and family-style rafting www.whitewaterrafting.com/
Wild Water Outdoor Center Located in the Adirondack Mountains near Lake George New York, our whitewater rafting trips on The Hudson and Sacandaga rivers as well as our kayak programs are unmatched http://www.wildwaters.net/
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PARTY/ CLUBS
Friday, July 4th
FIRST FRIDAY AT EDEN 760 Eight Avenue,Bet. 46 & 47 Streets, 10p-4a rsvp FirstFridaysRSVP@Eventlinks.com, Call 646.257.4207
Mansion New York Friday: 4th of July Independence Day Party,Mansion resident Olivier Berger spinning house, hip hop, mashups and house in the Ballroom,and DJ Ryu spinning hip hop in the Study. 530 West 28th Street btwn 10th and 11th..Doors at Ten Please arrive early as this party fills to capacity. See the doorman and mention Jed, Reach and Alex at the door Tables please call 917.774.4293 as well or rsvp to info@ensmevents.com
JI's Urban Hang Suite. D'OR / A M A L I A , 204 WEST 55TH StreetSWAG Give-aways courtesy of AMBERMAG.COM, 2 Floors, Upper Level - JI's Urban Hang Suite. Lower Level - JI Club Room. 10p-3:30aNo cover before 11:30 with REQUIRED RSVP!! www.thejigroup.com/promotions/urbanhang/suite.htm
ONGOING
Mondays, July 14th- Aug 28 Giant Step presents PArties @Hudson Hotel party of the year! 7PM - 11PM 21+ w/ID. Space is limited. Entry is free but strictly rsvp only www.giantstep.net/downloads/RSVP/Hudson12/
FRIDAY Nights at Manor 73 8th Ave, Hip Hop, R&b, House, Classics- Ask for Danny at the door or rsvp dalotta@hotmail.com
SPOTLIGHT LIVE 1604 Broadway and 49th Street Friday-Dj Enuff, Dj Camilo and Dj Precise Main Floor - Hip Hop, Rnb, Rock, House, Reggae, Classics, etc. Top Floor - Latin Doors Open at 5pm Ladies free til 7pm, 5 after,Guys $5 til 7pmF, 10 after RSVP INFORMATION thursdays@ericvirgil.com
FREEDOM PARTY - The Herbert Holler and DJ Cosi bring you the hottest party for Friday nights The Canal Room 285 West Broadway & Canal Sts., New York, NY $7 ladies, $10 Gent menton Ear Candy – gen adm $15
FREE CONCERTS
BROOKLYN- (FREE CONCERTS)
BRAND NUBIAN -Wednesday, July 9, 7:30 pm, Brower Park (Brooklyn Ave & Prospect Park Place)
LEELA JAMES -Thursday, July 10, 12pm-2pm, Metro Tech
WHODINI - Thursday, July 10, 7:30 pm, Von King Park (Tompkins Ave btwn Lafayette Ave & Green Ave)
KURT CARR - Thursday, July 17, 7:30 pm, Von King Park
ALICE SMITH - Thursday, July 24, 12pm-2pm, Metro Tech
MESHELL NDEGEOCELLO - Thursday, July 31, 12pm-2pm, Metro Tech
JUNGLE BROTHERS - Tuesday, August 5, 7:30 pm, Red Hook Park (Bay St btwn Henry & Clinton)
AILEY II - Thursday, August 7, 7pm, Prospect Park Bandshell
THE 26TH ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CONCERT SERIESALL SHOWS FREE! Monday nights @ 7:30 pm Wingate Field at Winthrop Street between Brooklyn and Kingston Avenues
July 14th- O’Jay and The Manhattans
July 21sth- Mystery Night
July 28rd – Mary Mary, The New Generation
Aug 4th- Erykah Badu
Aug 11th- Jill Scott
Aug 18th- The Mighty Sparrow, Bunji Garmin
Aug 25th- Patti Labelle The public is encouraged to bring their own chairs because seating is limited www.brooklynconcerts.com/mlk.html
MANHATTAN (FREE CONCERTS)
DONALD LAWRENCE, HEZEKIAH WALKER, DAVE HOLISTER -Saturday, July 19, 3pm- 7pm, Central Park Summerstage
KRS-ONE -Thursday, July 24, 7:30 pm, East River Park (Bandshell along the East River betw Grand & Jackson St) RYAN SHAW Wednesday, August 6, 7pm, Madison Square Park
THE CHI-LITES Wednesday, August 6, 7:30 pm, Jackie Robinson Park (147th & Bradhurst)
SLICK RICK Wednesday, August 13, 7:30 pm, Jackie Robinson Park (147th & Bradhurst)
BIG DADDY KANE -Thursday, August 14, 7:30 pm, Marcus Garvey Park (124th Street & Mt. Morris Park)
PAULA ABDUL - Friday, August 29, 7am, Rockefeller Center
CHARLIE PARKER JAZZ FESTIVAL Saturday, August 23, 3pm, Marcus Garvey Park (124th Street & Mt. Morris Park) Sunday, August 24, 3pm, Thompkins Square Park (East 8th bet Ave A &
DONALD LAWRENCE, HEZEKIAH WALKER, DAVE HOLISTER -Saturday, July 19, 3pm- 7pm, Central Park Summerstage
DONALD LAWRENCE, DEWAYNE WOODS, THE MURRILLS -Wednesday, August 20, 7:30 pm, Jackie Robinson Park (147th & Bradhurst)
VIDEO MUSIC BOX 25TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT -Friday, July 18, 7pm-10pm, Central Park Summerstage
SHARON JONES & THE DAP KINGS -Sunday, August 17, 3pm-7pm, Central Park Summerstage
QUEENS- (FREE CONCERTS)
NAUGTY BY NATURE -Tuesday, July 22, 7:30 pm, Queensbridge Park (41st Ave, Bridge Plaza, Vernon Blvd & East River)
THE DELFONICS -Tuesday, July 29, 7:30 pm, Queensbridge Park (41st Ave, Bridge Plaza, Vernon Blvd & East River)
CHI-LITES Thursday, August 7, 7:30 pm, Springfield Park (184th St & 147 Ave)
MARVIN SAPP Thursday, July 31, 7:30 pm, Springfield Park (184 St & 147 Ave)
MAIN INGREDIENT feat CUBA GOODING SR Thursday, August 14, 7:30 pm, Springfield Park BRONX- (FREE CONCERTS)
TONY TOUCH & BRENDA K. STARR -Wednesday, July 23, 7:30 pm, Crotona Park (173 St & Crotona Park East)
STATEN ISLAND- (FREE CONCERTS)
THE DELFONICS -Wednesday, July 30, 7:30 pm, Mahoney Playground (Beechwood Ave, Crescent Ave, Cleveland St & Jersey St)3399
CHUBB ROCK Wednesday, August 6, 7:30 pm, Mahoney Playground (Beechwood Ave, Crescent Ave, Cleveland St & Jersey St
ARTS, THEATER, MUSIC
NEW DVD – ANIMATED MOVIE SNOOP DOG PRESENTS The Adventures of the Blue Carpet Treatment is a psychedelic stream-of-consciousness trip through the magical mind of Snoop Dogg. This feature-length animated film showcases music from Snoop's smash hit album "The Blue Carpet Treatment," along with cameos and guest voices from many of hip hop's biggest stars. The Adventures of the Blue Carpet Treatment takes you to the streets of Long Beach and beyond in a sexy, violent and slightly twisted musical journey, compliments of your Bigg Boss Dogg.
THEATER ARTS- Submitted by Hallie Hobson
Dael Orlandersmith @ JOE’S PUB 7/13 -Dael Orlandersmith is a pretty amazing writer/solo performer and she’ll be reading excerpts of her new work at Joe’s Pub Sunday, July 13 at 9:30PM ($12). www.joespub.org/component/option,com_shows/task,view/Itemid,40/prod_no,6528 Dael Orlandersmith won an OBIE Award for BEAUTY’S DAUGHTER, which she wrote and starred in at American Place Theatre. Film and television credits include Hal Hartley’s AMATEUR, an episode OF SPIN CITY and the film GET WELL SOON with Courtney Cox. Dael has toured extensively with the Nuyorican Poets Café throughout the US, Europe and Australia.
NEGRO ENSEMBLE COMPANY SEASON @ SIGNATURE THEATRE
Signature Theatre Company is a great off-Broadway theater that devotes each season to the works of one playwright, which is a great way to get to know one theater artists in depth. In 2008/2009, they will focus on the work of the Negro Ensemble Company – granted, more that one writer, but still an amazing way to see several works by this influential group. Subscriptions are on sale now for an amazing $75 for all three shows ($20 each show plus $15 booking fee). Single tickets are usually available during the season at $20, but I plan on purchasing a subscription less for the small perks, and more to show my support of a theatre’s commitment to a whole season of historic African-American theatre. http://www.signaturetheatre.org 555 West 42nd street btwn 10&11th ave
Signature Theatre Company is excited to announce the 2008-2009 season honoring the historic Negro Ensemble Company. Since its founding in the late 1960s, the NEC has produced more than two hundred new plays and launched the careers of such distinguished actors as Angela Bassett, Laurence Fishburne, Samuel L. Jackson, Phylicia Rashad and Denzel Washington. Subscribers are guaranteed all three shows at the $20 price (plus $15 service fee) and receive many benefits, including priority seating, exchange privileges, invitations to special events and priority access to the NEC Reading Series.
The Signature 2008-2009 Negro Ensemble Company Season will include:
The First Breeze of Summer by Leslie Lee Directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson August 5-September 28, 2008
The struggles of three generations of the Edwards family collide over the course of one sweltering weekend in June. Gremmar, the family matriarch, looks back on her past and considers its legacy for her children and grandchildren as they confront the choices that will define their futures. Leslie Lee's Obie Award-winning play is a timeless portrait of family bonds and coming of age.
Home by Samm-Art Williams Director TBA November 11, 2008-January 4, 2009 Leaving behind his family's farm in North Carolina, Cephus Miles seeks refuge and prosperity in the North. Three actors portray more than twenty-five characters over the course of Cephus's epic journey from adolescence to adulthood, spanning the 1950's through the Vietnam War and Civil Rights eras. Samm-Art Williams' critically acclaimed work is a wonderfully theatrical tale of one man's struggle to stay true to himself amidst a rapidly changing and turbulent America. Zooman and the Sign by Charles Fuller Directed by Stephen McKinley Henderson March 3-April 19, 2009 A random act of violence leaves Reuben Tate and his family questioning their friends and neighbors, but their once caring community has been scared into helpless silence. As young Zooman terrorizes the neighborhood from the shadows, Reuben makes a dangerous appeal which may tear their world apart. This powerful drama by Charles Fuller, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Soldier's Play, depicts the devastating aftermath of violence on a family and an entire community.
NEC Reading Series Signature continues to honor and celebrate the Negro Ensemble Company with special presentations of three more plays from the historic NEC repertoire. Curated by NEC Founding Artistic Director, Douglas Turner Ward, Signature Associate Artist, Ruben Santiago-Hudson and Signature Theatre Company staff, these plays will be read on stage at the Peter Norton Space on Monday evenings throughout the season. Join us for these rarely performed works and gain greater insight into the history of this vital and ground-breaking company.
Day of Absence Staged Reading Written and Directed by Douglas Turner Ward With cast --Signature returns to the roots of the Negro Ensemble Company with a special staged reading of Douglas Turner Ward's Day of Absence, the seminal 1965 play that inspired the founding of the NEC.
REPERTORIO ESPAÑOL THEATRE
Repertorio Español was founded in 1968 by producer Gilberto Zaldivar and Artistic Director René Buch to introduce the best of Latin American, Spanish and Hispanic-American theatre in distinctive, quality productions, and to bring theatre to a broad audience in New York City- Upcoming Performances
- BOXCAR- The New York Premiere of the Winning Play of the MetLife Nuestras Voces National Playwriting Competition. The stories of five undocumented men who cross the border intersect with that of an immigration officer who struggles between his duties as an officer and his conscience as a son of immigrants.TICKETS: Tickets start at $10 courtesy of Univision 41 and the International Immigrant Foundation. For weekend performances only. July11,16
-DOÑA FLOR Y SUS DOS MARIDOS" -Doña Flor misses her late husband’s passionate intimacy. She re-marries and magical realism allows her to live (and sleep) with her two husbands. A colorful adaptation of Brazilian Jorge Amado’s masterpiece. July 12,13,26,27Tic kets start at $25
-NOWHERE ON THE BORDER- A Mexican father searches the Arizona desert for his missing daughter and is detained by an American Minuteman. They learn that their lives have more in common than they thought, revealing that human suffering and compassion transcend all boundaries. The Los Angeles Times called the play “a piece of raw poignant power and piercing insight.” Tickets start at $10 courtesy of Univision 41 and the International Immigrant Foundation. July 18,25, Aug 8,31
Theater located @ 138 East 27th Street, New York, NY 10016, Between Lexington and Third Avenues Box Office: 212-225-9920 www.repertorio.org/
HPD REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITIES
Bronx-Rent
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BROOKLYN
Rent
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Sale
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MANHATTAN
Rent
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Sale
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Volume 22 - June 7th- June 28
JUST IN
This has to be one of the coolest political songs/video... SUPPORT CHANGE! ROCK THE VOTE
www.dipdive.com/dip-politics/wato
TONY BURCH Sample Sale- 261 W 36th Street (between 7th & 8th Ave), 2nd Floor, Tues Jun 10- Sat, June 14. Entrance & floor closes 15 minutes prior to close of store.Dressing room is open but closes one 1/2 hour prior to close of store
REAL MEN COOK- THE FATHER DAY CELEBRATION, Sunday, June 15, 2008, Minisink Townhouse of the New York City Mission Society located on 646 Lenox Avenue (corner of 142nd Street) 3-6pm For information contact the New York Manager of Real Men Cook 212.368.8400 EXT. 230 www.realmencook.com/newyork.htm
ERIC BENET -Warner Bros & KD Wilson Present: The Afterwork VIP Room With ERIC BENET perfromance Wednesday, June 11th 6pm-10pm @ Spotlight Live, 1604 Broadway & 49th St. GuestList Only RSVP NOW!!! rsvp.redcarpet@gmail.com
In Search Of My Father...Walkin' Talkin' Bill Hawkins This Off Broadway one-man show recalls W. Allen Taylor's adventurous search for his absent father, Bill Hawkins, the first black disc jockey in Cleveland, Ohio. With musical interludes celebrating the cultural legacy of black radio, the 90-minute show follows the inspiring and heartwarming journey of self-discovery and destiny as Taylor performs a range of richly defined characters. Henry Street Settlement Now thru June 29- Abrons Arts Center, 466 Grand St.NYC (Between Pitt and Willett Sts.)Phone: (212) 598-0400 www.henrystreet.org
SALSA @ CAFÉ LARGO- Grand opening night is June 13th and it will take palace on 137th & Broadway. Street Address: Cafe Largo 3385 Broadway (between 137th and 138th streets) Doors Open:6pm - 4am (Drink Specials till 8pm) Cost:$5 From 6pm-10pm and $8 From 10pm and On Music:80% Salsa, Cha Cha, DJ Music Occurs:Every Friday thereafter
LATIN EXPLOSION Empire Opera presents a concert of Spanish and Latin American music. June 14th @730p With: Ubaldo Feliciano, tenor - Rex Benincasa, percussionist - Sandra Mercado, soprano - Franciso Roldan, guitarist - Waundell Saavedra, bass - Alexander Wu, pianist with a "Meet the Artists" reception after the concert. Tickets range from $15 to $35 Church of St. Paul and St. Andrew, 263 W. 86th St. New York | 917-971-0974. www.empireopera.org/
NYC JAZZ FESTIVAL – June 15th – June 28th - Considered one of the most prestigious jazz festivals in the world, the JVC Jazz Festival New York is a two-week jazz celebration that fills New York City's premiere concert halls, intimate clubs, parks, schools and museums with some of the top musical talent in the world. Check Out Jill Scott (6/20), Sergio Mendes (6/21), Herbie Hancock and Poncho Sanchez (6/23), Ledisi (6/25), Al Green / Dianna Reeves (6/27), Mos Def Big Band (6/28) www.festivalnetwork.com/jvcjazz/ny/schedule.php?ID=4
Latin Fusion Concert Series @ Tavern of the Green – June 18th 6p Performing Live 9 time Grammy award winner Eddie Palmieri featuring special Salsa dance company Baila Society. $25 seating, $15 standing More Info 718 797 1672
COOL PICKS
ARTWALK08 June 7-8th 2008 Brooklyn - Free Event Showcases Established and Emerging Artists in Open Studios, Exhibits, Public Art Spaces and Local Merchants Along Historic Atlantic Avenue -- wide range of artists across media will open their studios to the public for a special, rare glimpse into the artist¹s workspace and creative process. ArtWalk takes place along the cultural corridor of Atlantic Avenue through the historic neighborhoods of Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, Boerum Hill, Gowanus, and Downtown Brooklyn atlanticavenueartwalk.com/home/
NYC PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE & EVENTS
National Puerto Rican Day Parade. Art Exhibit – Banco Popular, Monday, June 02. Thru June 16th. 2008, From 8:00am to 3:00pm, Rockefeller Center Branch – 7 West 51st. St. – NYC, National Puerto Rican Day Parade Brooklyn Musical Festival, Saturday, June 07, 2008 – 12:00md –7:00pm, McCarren Park: (Lorimer St. & Driggs St.), Williamsburg-Brooklyn, NY , National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Sunday, June 08, 2008 – 11:00am, On Fifth Avenue, from 44th. to 86th. Streets – NYC, For reservations tickets or additional information, please call (718) 401-0404. Website: nationalpuertoricandayparade.org
Annual Vintage Police Car Show, Sat June 7 10a-5p The NYC Police Museum 100 Old Slip, NYC 10005 | 212-480-3100 Visitors will have the unique opportunity to view a piece of the City’s history when the Police Museum displays classic patrol vehicles used by New York’s Finest at its 7th Annual Car Show. Also on display will be original and replica cars from famous crime-fighting television series.
The Sixth Annual Big Apple Barbecue Block Party - returns to Madison Square Park June 7–8, 2008, from Noon–6:00 PM. The weekend-long event takes place every June and brings together the country’s top pitmasters who cook up their award-winning food for over a hundred thousand barbecue enthusiasts. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Madison Square Park, the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party attracts people from near and far to sustain and celebrate America’s authentic culinary and musical traditions. Admission to the event is free. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of the event – from great live music to engaging seminars and demonstrations – without ever dropping a dollar. The country’s best barbecue is available from top pitmasters for only $8 per plate.
The 19th Annual Mount Morris Park Historic House Tour Sunday, June 8, 2008 11 AM — 4 PM Don’t miss this once-a-year chance to step inside ten much sought after townhouses of Historic Central Harlem and take a peek into one of the most popular rooms in the house—the Kitchen. The Tour Guidebook will even feature favorite recipes of the homeowners. You’re also certain to be awestruck with the abundance of restored woodwork, original stained glass windows, 12’ ceilings, ornate fireplace mantles, delightful private garden oases and the 21st century homeowner’s stunning interpretation of life in a 19th century brownstone. Events of the day: 11 AM — 4 PM Self-Guided Tour of Homes and Churches 12 Noon & 2 PM Guided Architectural Walking Tour of the neighborhood with Harlem historian, John Reddick 1 PM & 3 PM Guided Walking Tour of Marcus Garvey Park, the Historic Fire Watch Tower Acropolis and Richard Rodgers Amphitheater with Valerie Jo Bradley Raffles with chances to win: Body Shop Gift Basket, Bottle of Red Wine, Cook Books, Gift Certificates....and more. Tickets: $25, $20 in advance In Person: At the Mount Morris Park Community Improvement Association’s (MMPCIA) May General Meeting, Tuesday May 20, 2008 at 7 PM. We meet in the Rice High School Library, 74 W 124th Street, SE corner of Lenox Avenue. We take cash, check or money order made payable to MMPCIA. Contact Us: Via email at info@mmpcia.org or call 212.369.4241
FOR THE KIDS
BACKYARDIGANS LIVE, June 13-15, WAMU @ Madison Square Garden
Big Baby Walrus Bash – June 14-15 New York Aquarium Join us to sing Happy Birthday for Akituusaq, our baby walrus who turns 1. Music and walrus games by Rock the House, storytelling, face painting, costumed characters, contests and so much more. Bring your dad to celebrate Father's Day with our walrus daddy, Ayveq! 602 Surf Avenue | 718-265-FISH nyaquarium.com/287230/46878347?o46500442
KIDDIE CRUISE - Pier #40 W. Houston St. & West Side | 212-987-9200 Join us aboard the Queen of Hearts, departing from Pier #40, (W. Houston St. & The West Side Highway), as we sail the Hudson River, around The Statue of Liberty! Enjoy amazing activities such as: face painting, balloon sculpting, arts & crafts, magic& puppet shows, live music give away, food & more! www.kiddiecruise.com/
PRE SCHOOL PLACE PROGRAMS – Ongoing - Just Sing Like A Bird, Bird songs are in the air! Let’s join the chorus and find out how birds use their songs, and what makes each song special. Craft your own squeaking sparrow. $15 per session for one child and one adult, $8 per additional child or adult. Members: $9 per session for one child and one adult, $8 per additional child or adult. New York Hall of Science 47-01 111th St. | 718-699-0005 www.nyscience.org/exhibitions/explore_exhibitions/preschool And check out the Science Playground - It's 60,000 square feet of outdoor fun! Through dozens of playground elements like slides and seesaws, people of all ages and abilities explore the scientific principles of motion, balance, sound, sight and simple machines, as well as sun, wind and water.
FESTIVALS
Brooklyn 116th Street Festival 6/07/2008, 11:00 am, 116th St/2nd-Lex Aves & Third Ave/106-122 Sts,
Manhattan 6th Precinct Community Council Festival 6/07/2008, 11:00 am Bleecker Street between 7th & 8th Avenues, Manhattan
Annual Gowanus Canal Ferry Boat to the Red Hook Waterfront Arts Fest , 6/07/2008, 10:00 am Boat launches at 2nd Avenue and Bond & Canal streets, Brooklyn Come participate in the annual "Gowanus Canal Ferry Boat" to The 15th Annual Red Hook Waterfront Arts Fest...an EcoCruise & Flotilla Masquerade. Crew participants will be wearing Renaissance costumes. Bring your own or loan one of ours. Please note: life preserver (vest style) must fit beneath your own costume. Boat launches at 2nd Avenue and Bond & Canal streets.
ARTS, MUSIC, DANCE
Djoniba Dance & Drum Centre- CHILDRENS RECITAL 08 featuring DANCE, DRUM, & MORE! Saturday June 14, 2008• 7:30 pm, Funds will provide free dance & drum classes for children from low income families Venue: Djoniba Dance & Drum Centre 37 East 18th St / Bway, 7th Floor, NYC 10003 WWW.DJONIBA.COM No Advance Ticket Sales Adult Tickets $29 Door Children 10 and under $12
HARLEM SPEAKS Thursday, June 12, 2008, Guest: George Wein, Jazz Festival Impresario, 6:30 pm | At the Harlem School of the Arts, 645 St. Nicholas Ave. (off 141st Street) FREE
The SoloNOVA Arts Festival Presents Kim Wayans in her one-woman show A HANDSOME WOMAN RETREATS Directed by Iona Morris “A seriously funny journey to inner peace.” PS 122 150 1st Avenue (@ E. 9th Street) New York, N.Y. 10019 Box Office: (212) 477-5829 Wed. June 18, 2008 @7pm Friday June 20, 2008 @7pm, Saturday June 21, 2008 @2pm, Monday June 23, 2008 @7pm, TICKETS ARE $20.00
CONCERTS
June
BOW WOW & OMARION Sunday, June 8, 7:30 pm, Westchester County Center
RAHEEM DEVAUGHN & CHRISETTE MICHELE Tuesday, June 10, 8pm, Hammerstein Ballroom, Wednesday, June 11, 8pm, The Capital One Bank Theatre @ Westbury
MARIO Friday, June 11, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill
TEENA MARIE Saturday, June 14, 8pm, Newark Symphony Hall
VICTOR MANUELLE and Guest, Sunday, June 15 3p Summer Stage Central Park
STEVIE WONDER Wednesday, June 18, 8pm, Nikon @ Jones Beach Theater
ALICIA KEYS, Wednesday, June 18, 7:30pm, Madison Square Garden
JILL SCOTT Friday, June 20, 8pm, Carnegie Hall
CHEO FELICIANO, Friday, June 20, WAMU at Madison Square Garden
BOYZ II MEN Friday, June 20, GMA 7a-9a, Upper Terrace Bryant Park (40th & 6th Ave)
DWELE Monday, June 23, 9pm, SOB's
LEDISI Wednesday, June 25, 8pm, Le Poisson Rouge
AL GREEN & DIANNE REEVES Friday, June 27, 8pm, Carnegie Hall
MOS DEF BIG BAND & GIL SCOTT-HERON Saturday, June 28, 8pm, Carnegie Hall
July
CHAKA KAHN Friday, July 4, GMA 7a-9a, Upper Terrace Bryant Park (40th & 6th Ave)
AFRIKA BAMBATAA-Sunday, July 6, 3p Summer stage Central Park
LEELA JAMES Tuesday, July 8- Wednesday, July 9, 9pm, SOB's
BOYS II MEN Tuesday, July 15, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill,Wednesday, July 16, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill
GEORGE CLINTON & PARLIAMENT FUNKADELIC Thursday, July 17, 8pm, Capital One Bank Theatre @ Westbury ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT Thursday, July 17, 9pm, HighLine Ballroom
VIDEO MUSIC BOX 25th ANNIVERSARY Concert , Friday, July 18th Summer Stage Central Park
JUAN LUIS GUERRA Y 440, Friday, July 18th Madison Square Garden
DONNA SUMMER Saturday, July 19, 8pm, Nikon @ Jones Beach Theater
GEORGE MICHAELS, JULY 21-23 Madison Square Garden
DRU HILL Friday, July 25, 8pm, Nokia Theatre Times Square
MESHELL NDEGEOCELLO Thursday, July 31, 8pm, Blender Theater @ Gramercy
August
MUSIQ SOULCHILD & CHAKA KHAN Tuesday, August 12, 8pm, Nokia Theatre @ Times Square
EARTH, WIND & FIRE Tuesday, August 5, 8pm, Radio City Music Hall
JILL SCOTT w/ WYCLEF, Tuesday August 12, Summer Stage Central Park
ROCK THE BELLS TOUR feat A TRIBE CALLED QUEST, NAS, MOS DEF, DE LA SOL, THE PHARCYDE, RAKIM, METHOD MAN, REDMAN, RAEKWON, GHOSTFACE, DEAD PREZ & MORE Sunday, August 3, 12pm, Nikon @ Jones Beach Theatre
LOS LOBOS, Thursday, August 14th 7pm Summer Stage Central Park
MARK ANTHONY, ALEJANDRO FERNANDEZ & AVENTURA Thursday, August 21, Madison Square Garden
EN VOGUE Saturday, August 23, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill
MARTHA REEVES & THE VANDELLAS Monday, August 25, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill
CASTING
LION KING CHILDREN'S AUDITIONS SAT, JUNE 7th -- Casting new performers for the Broadway and National Touring Companies. Minimum weekly salary is $1,509*. *Payments subject to applicable state laws regarding trust funds for minors. STAR IN A SHOW! Seeking children ages 9–12, with a maximum height of 58", who can sing, dance and act to play the African lion cubs Simba and Nala. We encourage children of all backgrounds to attend. No performance experience necessary. PREPARE: Be prepared to be taught the last verse of I Just Can't Wait to be King. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parents or guardians must remain at the audition site at all times. Be ready to wait. WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 2008 Sign in 9:00am Sign in ends at 11:30am Auditions begin at 10:00am WHERE:National Black Theatre2031-33 5th Ave. at 125th St.Harlem, NY 10035 FOR AUDITION INFORMATION www.lionkingcasting.com • Audition hotline: (212) 827-5450 If you are unable to attend this audition, send a picture and contact info ASAP to: Binder Casting • Attn: The Lion King Kids 321 W. 44th Street • Suite 606 • New York, NY 10036 www.bindercasting.com
FIT MODEL NEEDED- Pay Rate: $40 an Hour, Client Viewing: SATURDAY - JUNE 7, 2008, Time: 5:30 PM TO 7:30 PM – SHARP, Location: Midtown Manhattan (NYC), ALL MODELS WILL BE PRE-SCREENED BEFORE SEEN IN PERSON!, PHOTOS, STATS & PHONE CONTACT SENT TO US BY EMAIL- Wayne@Plitzs.com, ONLINE MODEL FORM SUBMISSION ALSO REQUIRED! plitzs.com/pwp/model_form.php, EXACT REQUIREMENTS NEED ONLY APPLY, 1. Females Only, 2. Size 4, 3. Waist 26, 4. Height 5'9 & Up, 5. Chest 34 B, 6. Available To Travel, 7. All Ethnicities, SEND PHOTOS Immediately (FULL LENGTH ONLY) TO: Wayne@Plitzs.com
NEWS / INFO
FOUR (4) YEARS FREE College - For African American Males, Do you know any Black Males (who are Seniors in high school) who want to go to college for FREE. The black colleges are looking for future Black Male Teachers and will send them to Universities/Colleges FOUR (4) YEARS FREE; THIS IS FOR MALES ONLY. 1. Have parents fill out this application. 2. Read the Mission Statement. www.callmemister.clemson.edu/index.html
Delta Airlines Camp for Young People 14-18 (Atlanta, GA) Organization of Black Airlines Do you know of any young person that may want to attend a free 1 week camp during the summer? Read below for details. This summer the Organization of Black Airline Pilots (OBAP)will hold 2 Aviation Career Education Camps sponsored by Delta Air Lines. The purpose of each one-week program is to introduce interested youth to the world of aviation by exposing them to the many challenging careers and opportunities which the aviation industry has to offer. Please take the time to read the brochure/application and pass it along to anyone that you know who may be interested. dstfwac.org/files/deltaairapp.pdf The age range is for boys and girls between 14-18 years old.
For Business Owners - Online Marketing Guide
SHOPPING
Lord & Taylor Coupon www.lordandtaylor.com/common/coupons/lt_060408_coupon.pdf?cm_mmc=Email-_-Coupon%20PDF-_-Bar%203-_-6%2f4%2f2008
Barnes & Noble Coupon www.barnesandnoble.com/email/nav.asp?r=1&PID=23185
MAX MARA SAMPLE SALE -SOIFFER•HASKIN, Cordially invites you to a private sale of Womenswear Collection, Sportswear & Accessories Monday, June 9th through Thursday, June 12th, Monday through Wednesday: 9:00am to 6:30pm, Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pmTo be held at: Soiffer Haskin 317 West 33rd Street, NYC (Just west of 8th Avenue) Credit Cards (American Express, Visa or MasterCard) No cash or checks. All Sales Final. For more information, call (718) 747-1656
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Rental
The Casablanca -121-125 East 110th street, Deadine August 6th www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Casablanca.pdf
The Farrington East 118 street, btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Farrington.pdf 454 Manhattan Ave –Deadline July 19th www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/manhattan-ave.pdf
Susan Court July 12th www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/susan-court-ad.pdf
Intervale Green 1330 Intervale Ave Bronx www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Intervale-green-ad.pdf
For Sale
Skillman Street Condos– Bedford Stuyvesant Brooklyn www.skillmanstreethomes.com/
The Solara Coops 1259 & 1275 Grant Ave Bronx- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/grand-concourse-bronx.pdf
Beacon Towers Coops 29 west 138 street Harlem www.beaconaffordable.com/
The Briarwood Condos- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Briarwood.pdf
EMAIL OF THE WEEK
From Miss Beezley
The new way to advertise your Restaurant “Spriggs BBQ” www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PkgOqVdpkU
This has to be one of the coolest political songs/video... SUPPORT CHANGE! ROCK THE VOTE
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TONY BURCH Sample Sale- 261 W 36th Street (between 7th & 8th Ave), 2nd Floor, Tues Jun 10- Sat, June 14. Entrance & floor closes 15 minutes prior to close of store.Dressing room is open but closes one 1/2 hour prior to close of store
REAL MEN COOK- THE FATHER DAY CELEBRATION, Sunday, June 15, 2008, Minisink Townhouse of the New York City Mission Society located on 646 Lenox Avenue (corner of 142nd Street) 3-6pm For information contact the New York Manager of Real Men Cook 212.368.8400 EXT. 230 www.realmencook.com/newyork.htm
ERIC BENET -Warner Bros & KD Wilson Present: The Afterwork VIP Room With ERIC BENET perfromance Wednesday, June 11th 6pm-10pm @ Spotlight Live, 1604 Broadway & 49th St. GuestList Only RSVP NOW!!! rsvp.redcarpet@gmail.com
In Search Of My Father...Walkin' Talkin' Bill Hawkins This Off Broadway one-man show recalls W. Allen Taylor's adventurous search for his absent father, Bill Hawkins, the first black disc jockey in Cleveland, Ohio. With musical interludes celebrating the cultural legacy of black radio, the 90-minute show follows the inspiring and heartwarming journey of self-discovery and destiny as Taylor performs a range of richly defined characters. Henry Street Settlement Now thru June 29- Abrons Arts Center, 466 Grand St.NYC (Between Pitt and Willett Sts.)Phone: (212) 598-0400 www.henrystreet.org
SALSA @ CAFÉ LARGO- Grand opening night is June 13th and it will take palace on 137th & Broadway. Street Address: Cafe Largo 3385 Broadway (between 137th and 138th streets) Doors Open:6pm - 4am (Drink Specials till 8pm) Cost:$5 From 6pm-10pm and $8 From 10pm and On Music:80% Salsa, Cha Cha, DJ Music Occurs:Every Friday thereafter
LATIN EXPLOSION Empire Opera presents a concert of Spanish and Latin American music. June 14th @730p With: Ubaldo Feliciano, tenor - Rex Benincasa, percussionist - Sandra Mercado, soprano - Franciso Roldan, guitarist - Waundell Saavedra, bass - Alexander Wu, pianist with a "Meet the Artists" reception after the concert. Tickets range from $15 to $35 Church of St. Paul and St. Andrew, 263 W. 86th St. New York | 917-971-0974. www.empireopera.org/
NYC JAZZ FESTIVAL – June 15th – June 28th - Considered one of the most prestigious jazz festivals in the world, the JVC Jazz Festival New York is a two-week jazz celebration that fills New York City's premiere concert halls, intimate clubs, parks, schools and museums with some of the top musical talent in the world. Check Out Jill Scott (6/20), Sergio Mendes (6/21), Herbie Hancock and Poncho Sanchez (6/23), Ledisi (6/25), Al Green / Dianna Reeves (6/27), Mos Def Big Band (6/28) www.festivalnetwork.com/jvcjazz/ny/schedule.php?ID=4
Latin Fusion Concert Series @ Tavern of the Green – June 18th 6p Performing Live 9 time Grammy award winner Eddie Palmieri featuring special Salsa dance company Baila Society. $25 seating, $15 standing More Info 718 797 1672
COOL PICKS
ARTWALK08 June 7-8th 2008 Brooklyn - Free Event Showcases Established and Emerging Artists in Open Studios, Exhibits, Public Art Spaces and Local Merchants Along Historic Atlantic Avenue -- wide range of artists across media will open their studios to the public for a special, rare glimpse into the artist¹s workspace and creative process. ArtWalk takes place along the cultural corridor of Atlantic Avenue through the historic neighborhoods of Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, Boerum Hill, Gowanus, and Downtown Brooklyn atlanticavenueartwalk.com/home/
NYC PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE & EVENTS
National Puerto Rican Day Parade. Art Exhibit – Banco Popular, Monday, June 02. Thru June 16th. 2008, From 8:00am to 3:00pm, Rockefeller Center Branch – 7 West 51st. St. – NYC, National Puerto Rican Day Parade Brooklyn Musical Festival, Saturday, June 07, 2008 – 12:00md –7:00pm, McCarren Park: (Lorimer St. & Driggs St.), Williamsburg-Brooklyn, NY , National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Sunday, June 08, 2008 – 11:00am, On Fifth Avenue, from 44th. to 86th. Streets – NYC, For reservations tickets or additional information, please call (718) 401-0404. Website: nationalpuertoricandayparade.org
Annual Vintage Police Car Show, Sat June 7 10a-5p The NYC Police Museum 100 Old Slip, NYC 10005 | 212-480-3100 Visitors will have the unique opportunity to view a piece of the City’s history when the Police Museum displays classic patrol vehicles used by New York’s Finest at its 7th Annual Car Show. Also on display will be original and replica cars from famous crime-fighting television series.
The Sixth Annual Big Apple Barbecue Block Party - returns to Madison Square Park June 7–8, 2008, from Noon–6:00 PM. The weekend-long event takes place every June and brings together the country’s top pitmasters who cook up their award-winning food for over a hundred thousand barbecue enthusiasts. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Madison Square Park, the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party attracts people from near and far to sustain and celebrate America’s authentic culinary and musical traditions. Admission to the event is free. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of the event – from great live music to engaging seminars and demonstrations – without ever dropping a dollar. The country’s best barbecue is available from top pitmasters for only $8 per plate.
The 19th Annual Mount Morris Park Historic House Tour Sunday, June 8, 2008 11 AM — 4 PM Don’t miss this once-a-year chance to step inside ten much sought after townhouses of Historic Central Harlem and take a peek into one of the most popular rooms in the house—the Kitchen. The Tour Guidebook will even feature favorite recipes of the homeowners. You’re also certain to be awestruck with the abundance of restored woodwork, original stained glass windows, 12’ ceilings, ornate fireplace mantles, delightful private garden oases and the 21st century homeowner’s stunning interpretation of life in a 19th century brownstone. Events of the day: 11 AM — 4 PM Self-Guided Tour of Homes and Churches 12 Noon & 2 PM Guided Architectural Walking Tour of the neighborhood with Harlem historian, John Reddick 1 PM & 3 PM Guided Walking Tour of Marcus Garvey Park, the Historic Fire Watch Tower Acropolis and Richard Rodgers Amphitheater with Valerie Jo Bradley Raffles with chances to win: Body Shop Gift Basket, Bottle of Red Wine, Cook Books, Gift Certificates....and more. Tickets: $25, $20 in advance In Person: At the Mount Morris Park Community Improvement Association’s (MMPCIA) May General Meeting, Tuesday May 20, 2008 at 7 PM. We meet in the Rice High School Library, 74 W 124th Street, SE corner of Lenox Avenue. We take cash, check or money order made payable to MMPCIA. Contact Us: Via email at info@mmpcia.org or call 212.369.4241
FOR THE KIDS
BACKYARDIGANS LIVE, June 13-15, WAMU @ Madison Square Garden
Big Baby Walrus Bash – June 14-15 New York Aquarium Join us to sing Happy Birthday for Akituusaq, our baby walrus who turns 1. Music and walrus games by Rock the House, storytelling, face painting, costumed characters, contests and so much more. Bring your dad to celebrate Father's Day with our walrus daddy, Ayveq! 602 Surf Avenue | 718-265-FISH nyaquarium.com/287230/46878347?o46500442
KIDDIE CRUISE - Pier #40 W. Houston St. & West Side | 212-987-9200 Join us aboard the Queen of Hearts, departing from Pier #40, (W. Houston St. & The West Side Highway), as we sail the Hudson River, around The Statue of Liberty! Enjoy amazing activities such as: face painting, balloon sculpting, arts & crafts, magic& puppet shows, live music give away, food & more! www.kiddiecruise.com/
PRE SCHOOL PLACE PROGRAMS – Ongoing - Just Sing Like A Bird, Bird songs are in the air! Let’s join the chorus and find out how birds use their songs, and what makes each song special. Craft your own squeaking sparrow. $15 per session for one child and one adult, $8 per additional child or adult. Members: $9 per session for one child and one adult, $8 per additional child or adult. New York Hall of Science 47-01 111th St. | 718-699-0005 www.nyscience.org/exhibitions/explore_exhibitions/preschool And check out the Science Playground - It's 60,000 square feet of outdoor fun! Through dozens of playground elements like slides and seesaws, people of all ages and abilities explore the scientific principles of motion, balance, sound, sight and simple machines, as well as sun, wind and water.
Apple Store Summer Camp for Kids age 8-12 FREE http://www.apple.com/retail/camp/?cid=CDM-US-Ret-C0006890-123326&Email_PageName=C0006890-123326&Email_OID=251217&cp=123326&sr=em
FESTIVALS
Brooklyn 116th Street Festival 6/07/2008, 11:00 am, 116th St/2nd-Lex Aves & Third Ave/106-122 Sts,
Manhattan 6th Precinct Community Council Festival 6/07/2008, 11:00 am Bleecker Street between 7th & 8th Avenues, Manhattan
Annual Gowanus Canal Ferry Boat to the Red Hook Waterfront Arts Fest , 6/07/2008, 10:00 am Boat launches at 2nd Avenue and Bond & Canal streets, Brooklyn Come participate in the annual "Gowanus Canal Ferry Boat" to The 15th Annual Red Hook Waterfront Arts Fest...an EcoCruise & Flotilla Masquerade. Crew participants will be wearing Renaissance costumes. Bring your own or loan one of ours. Please note: life preserver (vest style) must fit beneath your own costume. Boat launches at 2nd Avenue and Bond & Canal streets.
ARTS, MUSIC, DANCE
Djoniba Dance & Drum Centre- CHILDRENS RECITAL 08 featuring DANCE, DRUM, & MORE! Saturday June 14, 2008• 7:30 pm, Funds will provide free dance & drum classes for children from low income families Venue: Djoniba Dance & Drum Centre 37 East 18th St / Bway, 7th Floor, NYC 10003 WWW.DJONIBA.COM No Advance Ticket Sales Adult Tickets $29 Door Children 10 and under $12
HARLEM SPEAKS Thursday, June 12, 2008, Guest: George Wein, Jazz Festival Impresario, 6:30 pm | At the Harlem School of the Arts, 645 St. Nicholas Ave. (off 141st Street) FREE
The SoloNOVA Arts Festival Presents Kim Wayans in her one-woman show A HANDSOME WOMAN RETREATS Directed by Iona Morris “A seriously funny journey to inner peace.” PS 122 150 1st Avenue (@ E. 9th Street) New York, N.Y. 10019 Box Office: (212) 477-5829 Wed. June 18, 2008 @7pm Friday June 20, 2008 @7pm, Saturday June 21, 2008 @2pm, Monday June 23, 2008 @7pm, TICKETS ARE $20.00
CONCERTS
June
BOW WOW & OMARION Sunday, June 8, 7:30 pm, Westchester County Center
RAHEEM DEVAUGHN & CHRISETTE MICHELE Tuesday, June 10, 8pm, Hammerstein Ballroom, Wednesday, June 11, 8pm, The Capital One Bank Theatre @ Westbury
MARIO Friday, June 11, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill
TEENA MARIE Saturday, June 14, 8pm, Newark Symphony Hall
VICTOR MANUELLE and Guest, Sunday, June 15 3p Summer Stage Central Park
STEVIE WONDER Wednesday, June 18, 8pm, Nikon @ Jones Beach Theater
ALICIA KEYS, Wednesday, June 18, 7:30pm, Madison Square Garden
JILL SCOTT Friday, June 20, 8pm, Carnegie Hall
CHEO FELICIANO, Friday, June 20, WAMU at Madison Square Garden
BOYZ II MEN Friday, June 20, GMA 7a-9a, Upper Terrace Bryant Park (40th & 6th Ave)
DWELE Monday, June 23, 9pm, SOB's
LEDISI Wednesday, June 25, 8pm, Le Poisson Rouge
AL GREEN & DIANNE REEVES Friday, June 27, 8pm, Carnegie Hall
MOS DEF BIG BAND & GIL SCOTT-HERON Saturday, June 28, 8pm, Carnegie Hall
July
CHAKA KAHN Friday, July 4, GMA 7a-9a, Upper Terrace Bryant Park (40th & 6th Ave)
AFRIKA BAMBATAA-Sunday, July 6, 3p Summer stage Central Park
LEELA JAMES Tuesday, July 8- Wednesday, July 9, 9pm, SOB's
BOYS II MEN Tuesday, July 15, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill,Wednesday, July 16, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill
GEORGE CLINTON & PARLIAMENT FUNKADELIC Thursday, July 17, 8pm, Capital One Bank Theatre @ Westbury ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT Thursday, July 17, 9pm, HighLine Ballroom
VIDEO MUSIC BOX 25th ANNIVERSARY Concert , Friday, July 18th Summer Stage Central Park
JUAN LUIS GUERRA Y 440, Friday, July 18th Madison Square Garden
DONNA SUMMER Saturday, July 19, 8pm, Nikon @ Jones Beach Theater
GEORGE MICHAELS, JULY 21-23 Madison Square Garden
DRU HILL Friday, July 25, 8pm, Nokia Theatre Times Square
MESHELL NDEGEOCELLO Thursday, July 31, 8pm, Blender Theater @ Gramercy
August
MUSIQ SOULCHILD & CHAKA KHAN Tuesday, August 12, 8pm, Nokia Theatre @ Times Square
EARTH, WIND & FIRE Tuesday, August 5, 8pm, Radio City Music Hall
JILL SCOTT w/ WYCLEF, Tuesday August 12, Summer Stage Central Park
ROCK THE BELLS TOUR feat A TRIBE CALLED QUEST, NAS, MOS DEF, DE LA SOL, THE PHARCYDE, RAKIM, METHOD MAN, REDMAN, RAEKWON, GHOSTFACE, DEAD PREZ & MORE Sunday, August 3, 12pm, Nikon @ Jones Beach Theatre
LOS LOBOS, Thursday, August 14th 7pm Summer Stage Central Park
MARK ANTHONY, ALEJANDRO FERNANDEZ & AVENTURA Thursday, August 21, Madison Square Garden
EN VOGUE Saturday, August 23, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill
MARTHA REEVES & THE VANDELLAS Monday, August 25, 8pm, BB Kings Blues Club & Grill
CASTING
LION KING CHILDREN'S AUDITIONS SAT, JUNE 7th -- Casting new performers for the Broadway and National Touring Companies. Minimum weekly salary is $1,509*. *Payments subject to applicable state laws regarding trust funds for minors. STAR IN A SHOW! Seeking children ages 9–12, with a maximum height of 58", who can sing, dance and act to play the African lion cubs Simba and Nala. We encourage children of all backgrounds to attend. No performance experience necessary. PREPARE: Be prepared to be taught the last verse of I Just Can't Wait to be King. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parents or guardians must remain at the audition site at all times. Be ready to wait. WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 2008 Sign in 9:00am Sign in ends at 11:30am Auditions begin at 10:00am WHERE:National Black Theatre2031-33 5th Ave. at 125th St.Harlem, NY 10035 FOR AUDITION INFORMATION www.lionkingcasting.com • Audition hotline: (212) 827-5450 If you are unable to attend this audition, send a picture and contact info ASAP to: Binder Casting • Attn: The Lion King Kids 321 W. 44th Street • Suite 606 • New York, NY 10036 www.bindercasting.com
FIT MODEL NEEDED- Pay Rate: $40 an Hour, Client Viewing: SATURDAY - JUNE 7, 2008, Time: 5:30 PM TO 7:30 PM – SHARP, Location: Midtown Manhattan (NYC), ALL MODELS WILL BE PRE-SCREENED BEFORE SEEN IN PERSON!, PHOTOS, STATS & PHONE CONTACT SENT TO US BY EMAIL- Wayne@Plitzs.com, ONLINE MODEL FORM SUBMISSION ALSO REQUIRED! plitzs.com/pwp/model_form.php, EXACT REQUIREMENTS NEED ONLY APPLY, 1. Females Only, 2. Size 4, 3. Waist 26, 4. Height 5'9 & Up, 5. Chest 34 B, 6. Available To Travel, 7. All Ethnicities, SEND PHOTOS Immediately (FULL LENGTH ONLY) TO: Wayne@Plitzs.com
NEWS / INFO
FOUR (4) YEARS FREE College - For African American Males, Do you know any Black Males (who are Seniors in high school) who want to go to college for FREE. The black colleges are looking for future Black Male Teachers and will send them to Universities/Colleges FOUR (4) YEARS FREE; THIS IS FOR MALES ONLY. 1. Have parents fill out this application. 2. Read the Mission Statement. www.callmemister.clemson.edu/index.html
Delta Airlines Camp for Young People 14-18 (Atlanta, GA) Organization of Black Airlines Do you know of any young person that may want to attend a free 1 week camp during the summer? Read below for details. This summer the Organization of Black Airline Pilots (OBAP)will hold 2 Aviation Career Education Camps sponsored by Delta Air Lines. The purpose of each one-week program is to introduce interested youth to the world of aviation by exposing them to the many challenging careers and opportunities which the aviation industry has to offer. Please take the time to read the brochure/application and pass it along to anyone that you know who may be interested. dstfwac.org/files/deltaairapp.pdf The age range is for boys and girls between 14-18 years old.
For Business Owners - Online Marketing Guide
SHOPPING
Lord & Taylor Coupon www.lordandtaylor.com/common/coupons/lt_060408_coupon.pdf?cm_mmc=Email-_-Coupon%20PDF-_-Bar%203-_-6%2f4%2f2008
Barnes & Noble Coupon www.barnesandnoble.com/email/nav.asp?r=1&PID=23185
MAX MARA SAMPLE SALE -SOIFFER•HASKIN, Cordially invites you to a private sale of Womenswear Collection, Sportswear & Accessories Monday, June 9th through Thursday, June 12th, Monday through Wednesday: 9:00am to 6:30pm, Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pmTo be held at: Soiffer Haskin 317 West 33rd Street, NYC (Just west of 8th Avenue) Credit Cards (American Express, Visa or MasterCard) No cash or checks. All Sales Final. For more information, call (718) 747-1656
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Rental
The Casablanca -121-125 East 110th street, Deadine August 6th www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Casablanca.pdf
The Farrington East 118 street, btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Farrington.pdf 454 Manhattan Ave –Deadline July 19th www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/manhattan-ave.pdf
Susan Court July 12th www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/susan-court-ad.pdf
Intervale Green 1330 Intervale Ave Bronx www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Intervale-green-ad.pdf
For Sale
Skillman Street Condos– Bedford Stuyvesant Brooklyn www.skillmanstreethomes.com/
The Solara Coops 1259 & 1275 Grant Ave Bronx- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/grand-concourse-bronx.pdf
Beacon Towers Coops 29 west 138 street Harlem www.beaconaffordable.com/
The Briarwood Condos- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Briarwood.pdf
EMAIL OF THE WEEK
From Miss Beezley
The new way to advertise your Restaurant “Spriggs BBQ” www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PkgOqVdpkU
Volume 21 May 31- June 14
COOL PICKS
East Harlem Walking Tour: El Barrio Week- Saturday, May 31- $5-$9, 212.534.1672 East Harlem’s lively art scene, which began after World War II, has fostered emerging and mid-career artists of many ethnicities. Join art historian and El Barrio resident Mario Cesar Romero for a walking tour of galleries, museums, artists’ studios, and public murals in the vicinity of East 106th Street, El Barrio’s cultural corridor. Presented in celebration of the fifth annual El Barrio Week. Reservations required.
The World Science Festival May 27-June 1 brings the wonder and excitement of science to a large and diverse audience. In all there will be more than 30 events, including an all-day street fair in Washington Square Park with dinosaurs and robots. The program, chock-full of Nobel laureates, has been evolving, with more events added right up to the last minute The World Science Festival takes to the streets with a non-stop program of interactive exhibits, experiments, games, and shows that will entertain and inspire. Come and join us in the streets around Washington Square — it's fun, it's science, and it's free! Street fair schedule www.worldsciencefestival.com/2008-festival/events/all-events/street-fair/WSF-scheduleWEB.pdf www.worldsciencefestival.com
Pathmark Multicultural Arts Festival -Latin Dance Spectacular Sunday, June 1 12:00p to 5:00p Pier 17, South Street Seaport, South and Fulton Streets | 866-894-1812 From noon to 5pm, dance ensembles and classes—from glamorous pros to aspiring young talents—perform their most sizzling routines. Hosted by comedian Rich Ramirez. Hundreds of dancers take part on stage, with food and other samples for the audience and a great day for families to be together.
Japan Day 2008 Sunday, June 1 Central Park, East Meadow (97th Street & 5th Ave.) | 212-398-7145 “The Consulate and the Japanese community wanted to say ‘thank you’ to all New Yorkers,” and we also expect to exchange our culture and understand each other more deeply. Live stage performances will feature Japanese famous singers, traditional performers. you also can eat some Japanese dishes for free!!
Comic Strip Live Guinness World Record Event-Tuesday June 3rd at 8:30 pm and ending on Thursday, June 5th at 10:30 pm 1658 Second Ave | 212-861-9386 The World Famous Comic Strip Live will set the Guinness World Record for Longest Stand Up Comedy Show in a fundraiser for the USO Metropolitan New York–an organization that helps US Troops and their families. Over 100 professional stand up comedians will grace the Comic Strip Live stage for 50 hours over three nights. www.comicstriplive.com/guinness_details.php
Harley Davidson Ride- 6/01/2008, 1:00 pm- 5:00 pm Northern Blvd-Qns Boro Bridge- FDR-Williamsburg Bridge, etc., Queens
FESTIVALS
42nd Annual Art Exhibit and Sale, 6/01/2008, 11:00 am- 5:00 pm , Conference House Park (7455 Hylan Boulevard), Staten Island Contact Information: (718) 984-6046
5th Avenue BID Festival, 6/01/2008, 11:00 am 5th Avenue between 65 & 85 Streets,
Brooklyn 116th Street Festival 6/07/2008, 11:00 am, 116th St/2nd-Lex Aves & Third Ave/106-122 Sts,
Manhattan 6th Precinct Community Council Festival 6/07/2008, 11:00 am Bleecker Street between 7th & 8th Avenues,
Manhattan Annual Gowanus Canal Ferry Boat to the Red Hook Waterfront Arts Fest , 6/07/2008, 10:00 am Boat launches at 2nd Avenue and Bond & Canal streets, Brooklyn Come participate in the annual "Gowanus Canal Ferry Boat" to The 15th Annual Red Hook Waterfront Arts Fest...an EcoCruise & Flotilla Masquerade. Crew participants will be wearing Renaissance costumes. Bring your own or loan one of ours. Please note: life preserver (vest style) must fit beneath your own costume. Boat launches at 2nd Avenue and Bond & Canal streets.
The Sixth Annual Big Apple Barbecue Block Party - returns to Madison Square Park June 7–8, 2008, from Noon–6:00 PM. The weekend-long event takes place every June and brings together the country’s top pitmasters who cook up their award-winning food for over a hundred thousand barbecue enthusiasts. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Madison Square Park, the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party attracts people from near and far to sustain and celebrate America’s authentic culinary and musical traditions. Admission to the event is free. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of the event – from great live music to engaging seminars and demonstrations – without ever dropping a dollar. The country’s best barbecue is available from top pitmasters for only $8 per plate.
The New York Asian Film Festival , JUNE 20 - JULY 6 at the IFC Center is back ready to cleanse the dirt from your soul with a barrage of sparkling, super-powered movies straight out of Asia. It’s a seventeen day orgy of new films from Takashi Miike, Johnnie To, Hur Jin-Ho, Koji Wakamatsu and Shinji Aoyama. Plus, our first-ever documentary (YASUKUNI) and our first movies from Indonesia (KALA) and Vietnam (THE REBEL).We’ll spend the first fourteen days at the IFC Center (323 Sixth Avenue, between 3rd and 4th Streets) and the final four days up at the posh Japan Society (333 East 47th Street, between 1st and 2nd Avenues) where we’ll be co-presenting several films as part of their JAPAN CUTS: Festival of New Japanese Films (which runs from July 2 - July 13).
SPOKEN WORD OPEN MIC
Spoken Word Café and Juice-226 4th Ave, Brooklyn NY Open mic sign-up starts at 7:30pm. Performance starts at 8pm, with featured guests at 8:30pm. 718-596-3923
Nuyorican Poets Cafe Verbs on Asphalt – Website launch Party Tuesday,June 3rd tells the story of a revolutionary art form as it was born in New York City. It creates the first comprehensive online history of the original Poetry Slam in New York – where it began– at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe, a non-profit arts organization on the Lower East Side.http://www.nuyorican.org/ $10 gen admission, free admission past nuyorican slammaster and champions www.verbsonasphalt.com/intro.php
Nuyorican Poets Cafe - Hosted by Jive Poetic...Every Wednesday except the first Wednesday of the month. 9PM Admission: $7.00 Sign up and slam! If U win on a Wednesday night Open, you slam on Friday Nite! Friday Night Slam 10p $10 - Hosted by Jive Poetic
Brooklyn Moon Cafe, 745 Fulton St., Fort Greene, Brooklyn (718) 243-0424 Open mic on Fridays at 10:30pm for a $5 cover. Subway: C to Lafayette Ave., G to Fulton St.
Moca Restaurant Red Room Erotica – 2210 fredrick douglas blvd nyc 212-665-8081lassic and Erotic Poetry Try a little self indulgence& Lounge. If you're looking for provocative sensuality and mind blowing passion you can't miss this.
URBAN JUKE JOINT --June, 9 2008 at SUNSPOT YOUTH OPEN MIC Baha’i Unity Center, 53 E 11th St (btwn B’way/Univ Pl), New York City, Cost : FREE A new open mic for youth ages 12-19 to showcase their poetry, rhymes, music, and spoken word in "a nobler expression". Doors open at 6:30, show begins at 7:00. Hosted by Mozim the Messiah. Contact: Ken (917) 331-9189dway/University Place) Free | June, 27 2008 at URBAN JUKE JOINT OPEN MIC Baha’i Unity Center, 53 E 11th St (btwn B’way/Univ Pl), New York City, Cost : FREE A monthly open mic dedicated to a nobler expression of rhymes, beats, music, spoken word, and poetry. Hosted by Chris Phoenix. Featuring poet STEPHEN EARLY JORDAN. Sign up for the open mic begins at 8:30. Open discussion starts prior to feature and open mic. Free admission and refreshments. URBAN JUKE JOINT - where each poet brings truth to the axiom "We are all one human family".
Sunday, June 1 2008 The Bowery Poetry Club! Great poetry, music, art, performance, food & drinks! All night, all day, every day! www.bowerypoetry.com The Bowery Poetry Club 308 Bowery @ Bleecker (foot of 1st St., between Houston/Bleecker) Free |
What's Da Word Wednesdays- Every Wednesday, 8:30pm Open reading for poets, singers, musicans, comedians. Hosted by Brother Earl Londels Supper Club 2620 Frederick Douglas Blvd (139th/140th St.), Harlem $5 | rhymepays2@aol.com | Brotherearl@wordstockinc.com | 646-260-6046
COOL ACTIVITIES
IS SKYDIVING MORE YOUR SPEED
Check out this links
www.skydivetheranch.com/
www.skydivelongisland.com/tandem.shtml
www.frontierskydivers.com/page.php?page_id=3
www.skydivenjshore.com/firstjump.htm
BROADWAY
THE COUNTRY GIRL Directed starring Morgan Freeman, The Country Girl is Clifford Odets’ classic backstage story of a down-on-his-luck actor and the two people in his life that can make – or break – his comeback. Get tickets for just $70.Now playing through July 20 only at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter the code CGNPT55orCall Telecharge.com 212-947-8844 and mention the code CGNPT55
ARTS MUSIC & JAZZ
Saturday, May 31, 2008-Panel Discussion: Count Basie’s New York Panelists: Roxane Orgill, Loren Schoenberg, Benny Powell 2:00 pm | At the Museum of the City of New York 1220 Fifth Avenue, NY, NY FREE more information please call 212.534.1672, ext. 3395.
El Taller/The Puerto Rican Workshop hosts New Works #11 Exhibition is open from May 23 - July 5, 2008 Opening Reception: Friday, May 30, 6:00-9:00pm Artist Talks: Saturday, May 31, 1:00- 3:00pmArtists Featured: Kesha Bruce, Adriana Katzew, Donald Daedalus, Charlie Grosso, Myra Greene, Esther Hidalgo, Wanda Acosta Dates: Friday, May 30, 2008 @ 6:00 pm Saturday, May 31, 2008 @ 1:00 pm
National Jazz Museum in Harlem, Tuesday, June 3, 2008- JAZZ FOR CURIOUS LISTENERS explores the world of Art Tatum 7:00 pm | At the Harlem School of the Arts 645 St. Nicholas Ave. (off 141st Street) FREE, Thursday, June 5, 2008- SPECIAL EVENT: A Tribute to Duke Ellington National Jazz Museum in Harlem All-Star Big Band 6:30 - 8:00 pm Location: Calvary Christian Church (Park Avenue South at 21st Street) FREE | More info: 212-260-3875 Friday, June 6, 2008 HARLEM IN THE HIMALAYAS Performer: Jane Ira Bloom, saxophonist 7:00 pm | Rubin Museum of Art 150 West 17th Street Box Office: 212.620.5000 ext. 344 $18 in advance | $20 at door Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Get your Friday Night Summer Jam on The Rick Younger Show merges live music, sketch comedy and stand-up in an evening of parody, soul, and silliness! Company members are sure to include regulars to the show Marc Theobald, Katie Northlich and Love Bucket, the show's amazing six piece House Band! Friday June 27th at 8pm at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, 407 W. 42nd St. $10.00 cash plus a $15 food or drink min. www.youngerchildproductions.com/
East Harlem Walking Tour: El Barrio Week- Saturday, May 31- $5-$9, 212.534.1672 East Harlem’s lively art scene, which began after World War II, has fostered emerging and mid-career artists of many ethnicities. Join art historian and El Barrio resident Mario Cesar Romero for a walking tour of galleries, museums, artists’ studios, and public murals in the vicinity of East 106th Street, El Barrio’s cultural corridor. Presented in celebration of the fifth annual El Barrio Week. Reservations required.
The World Science Festival May 27-June 1 brings the wonder and excitement of science to a large and diverse audience. In all there will be more than 30 events, including an all-day street fair in Washington Square Park with dinosaurs and robots. The program, chock-full of Nobel laureates, has been evolving, with more events added right up to the last minute The World Science Festival takes to the streets with a non-stop program of interactive exhibits, experiments, games, and shows that will entertain and inspire. Come and join us in the streets around Washington Square — it's fun, it's science, and it's free! Street fair schedule www.worldsciencefestival.com/2008-festival/events/all-events/street-fair/WSF-scheduleWEB.pdf www.worldsciencefestival.com
Pathmark Multicultural Arts Festival -Latin Dance Spectacular Sunday, June 1 12:00p to 5:00p Pier 17, South Street Seaport, South and Fulton Streets | 866-894-1812 From noon to 5pm, dance ensembles and classes—from glamorous pros to aspiring young talents—perform their most sizzling routines. Hosted by comedian Rich Ramirez. Hundreds of dancers take part on stage, with food and other samples for the audience and a great day for families to be together.
Japan Day 2008 Sunday, June 1 Central Park, East Meadow (97th Street & 5th Ave.) | 212-398-7145 “The Consulate and the Japanese community wanted to say ‘thank you’ to all New Yorkers,” and we also expect to exchange our culture and understand each other more deeply. Live stage performances will feature Japanese famous singers, traditional performers. you also can eat some Japanese dishes for free!!
Comic Strip Live Guinness World Record Event-Tuesday June 3rd at 8:30 pm and ending on Thursday, June 5th at 10:30 pm 1658 Second Ave | 212-861-9386 The World Famous Comic Strip Live will set the Guinness World Record for Longest Stand Up Comedy Show in a fundraiser for the USO Metropolitan New York–an organization that helps US Troops and their families. Over 100 professional stand up comedians will grace the Comic Strip Live stage for 50 hours over three nights. www.comicstriplive.com/guinness_details.php
Harley Davidson Ride- 6/01/2008, 1:00 pm- 5:00 pm Northern Blvd-Qns Boro Bridge- FDR-Williamsburg Bridge, etc., Queens
FESTIVALS
42nd Annual Art Exhibit and Sale, 6/01/2008, 11:00 am- 5:00 pm , Conference House Park (7455 Hylan Boulevard), Staten Island Contact Information: (718) 984-6046
5th Avenue BID Festival, 6/01/2008, 11:00 am 5th Avenue between 65 & 85 Streets,
Brooklyn 116th Street Festival 6/07/2008, 11:00 am, 116th St/2nd-Lex Aves & Third Ave/106-122 Sts,
Manhattan 6th Precinct Community Council Festival 6/07/2008, 11:00 am Bleecker Street between 7th & 8th Avenues,
Manhattan Annual Gowanus Canal Ferry Boat to the Red Hook Waterfront Arts Fest , 6/07/2008, 10:00 am Boat launches at 2nd Avenue and Bond & Canal streets, Brooklyn Come participate in the annual "Gowanus Canal Ferry Boat" to The 15th Annual Red Hook Waterfront Arts Fest...an EcoCruise & Flotilla Masquerade. Crew participants will be wearing Renaissance costumes. Bring your own or loan one of ours. Please note: life preserver (vest style) must fit beneath your own costume. Boat launches at 2nd Avenue and Bond & Canal streets.
The Sixth Annual Big Apple Barbecue Block Party - returns to Madison Square Park June 7–8, 2008, from Noon–6:00 PM. The weekend-long event takes place every June and brings together the country’s top pitmasters who cook up their award-winning food for over a hundred thousand barbecue enthusiasts. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Madison Square Park, the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party attracts people from near and far to sustain and celebrate America’s authentic culinary and musical traditions. Admission to the event is free. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of the event – from great live music to engaging seminars and demonstrations – without ever dropping a dollar. The country’s best barbecue is available from top pitmasters for only $8 per plate.
The New York Asian Film Festival , JUNE 20 - JULY 6 at the IFC Center is back ready to cleanse the dirt from your soul with a barrage of sparkling, super-powered movies straight out of Asia. It’s a seventeen day orgy of new films from Takashi Miike, Johnnie To, Hur Jin-Ho, Koji Wakamatsu and Shinji Aoyama. Plus, our first-ever documentary (YASUKUNI) and our first movies from Indonesia (KALA) and Vietnam (THE REBEL).We’ll spend the first fourteen days at the IFC Center (323 Sixth Avenue, between 3rd and 4th Streets) and the final four days up at the posh Japan Society (333 East 47th Street, between 1st and 2nd Avenues) where we’ll be co-presenting several films as part of their JAPAN CUTS: Festival of New Japanese Films (which runs from July 2 - July 13).
SPOKEN WORD OPEN MIC
Spoken Word Café and Juice-226 4th Ave, Brooklyn NY Open mic sign-up starts at 7:30pm. Performance starts at 8pm, with featured guests at 8:30pm. 718-596-3923
Nuyorican Poets Cafe Verbs on Asphalt – Website launch Party Tuesday,June 3rd tells the story of a revolutionary art form as it was born in New York City. It creates the first comprehensive online history of the original Poetry Slam in New York – where it began– at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe, a non-profit arts organization on the Lower East Side.http://www.nuyorican.org/ $10 gen admission, free admission past nuyorican slammaster and champions www.verbsonasphalt.com/intro.php
Nuyorican Poets Cafe - Hosted by Jive Poetic...Every Wednesday except the first Wednesday of the month. 9PM Admission: $7.00 Sign up and slam! If U win on a Wednesday night Open, you slam on Friday Nite! Friday Night Slam 10p $10 - Hosted by Jive Poetic
Brooklyn Moon Cafe, 745 Fulton St., Fort Greene, Brooklyn (718) 243-0424 Open mic on Fridays at 10:30pm for a $5 cover. Subway: C to Lafayette Ave., G to Fulton St.
Moca Restaurant Red Room Erotica – 2210 fredrick douglas blvd nyc 212-665-8081lassic and Erotic Poetry Try a little self indulgence& Lounge. If you're looking for provocative sensuality and mind blowing passion you can't miss this.
URBAN JUKE JOINT --June, 9 2008 at SUNSPOT YOUTH OPEN MIC Baha’i Unity Center, 53 E 11th St (btwn B’way/Univ Pl), New York City, Cost : FREE A new open mic for youth ages 12-19 to showcase their poetry, rhymes, music, and spoken word in "a nobler expression". Doors open at 6:30, show begins at 7:00. Hosted by Mozim the Messiah. Contact: Ken (917) 331-9189dway/University Place) Free | June, 27 2008 at URBAN JUKE JOINT OPEN MIC Baha’i Unity Center, 53 E 11th St (btwn B’way/Univ Pl), New York City, Cost : FREE A monthly open mic dedicated to a nobler expression of rhymes, beats, music, spoken word, and poetry. Hosted by Chris Phoenix. Featuring poet STEPHEN EARLY JORDAN. Sign up for the open mic begins at 8:30. Open discussion starts prior to feature and open mic. Free admission and refreshments. URBAN JUKE JOINT - where each poet brings truth to the axiom "We are all one human family".
Sunday, June 1 2008 The Bowery Poetry Club! Great poetry, music, art, performance, food & drinks! All night, all day, every day! www.bowerypoetry.com The Bowery Poetry Club 308 Bowery @ Bleecker (foot of 1st St., between Houston/Bleecker) Free |
What's Da Word Wednesdays- Every Wednesday, 8:30pm Open reading for poets, singers, musicans, comedians. Hosted by Brother Earl Londels Supper Club 2620 Frederick Douglas Blvd (139th/140th St.), Harlem $5 | rhymepays2@aol.com | Brotherearl@wordstockinc.com | 646-260-6046
COOL ACTIVITIES
IS SKYDIVING MORE YOUR SPEED
Check out this links
www.skydivetheranch.com/
www.skydivelongisland.com/tandem.shtml
www.frontierskydivers.com/page.php?page_id=3
www.skydivenjshore.com/firstjump.htm
BROADWAY
THE COUNTRY GIRL Directed starring Morgan Freeman, The Country Girl is Clifford Odets’ classic backstage story of a down-on-his-luck actor and the two people in his life that can make – or break – his comeback. Get tickets for just $70.Now playing through July 20 only at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter the code CGNPT55orCall Telecharge.com 212-947-8844 and mention the code CGNPT55
ARTS MUSIC & JAZZ
Saturday, May 31, 2008-Panel Discussion: Count Basie’s New York Panelists: Roxane Orgill, Loren Schoenberg, Benny Powell 2:00 pm | At the Museum of the City of New York 1220 Fifth Avenue, NY, NY FREE more information please call 212.534.1672, ext. 3395.
El Taller/The Puerto Rican Workshop hosts New Works #11 Exhibition is open from May 23 - July 5, 2008 Opening Reception: Friday, May 30, 6:00-9:00pm Artist Talks: Saturday, May 31, 1:00- 3:00pmArtists Featured: Kesha Bruce, Adriana Katzew, Donald Daedalus, Charlie Grosso, Myra Greene, Esther Hidalgo, Wanda Acosta Dates: Friday, May 30, 2008 @ 6:00 pm Saturday, May 31, 2008 @ 1:00 pm
National Jazz Museum in Harlem, Tuesday, June 3, 2008- JAZZ FOR CURIOUS LISTENERS explores the world of Art Tatum 7:00 pm | At the Harlem School of the Arts 645 St. Nicholas Ave. (off 141st Street) FREE, Thursday, June 5, 2008- SPECIAL EVENT: A Tribute to Duke Ellington National Jazz Museum in Harlem All-Star Big Band 6:30 - 8:00 pm Location: Calvary Christian Church (Park Avenue South at 21st Street) FREE | More info: 212-260-3875 Friday, June 6, 2008 HARLEM IN THE HIMALAYAS Performer: Jane Ira Bloom, saxophonist 7:00 pm | Rubin Museum of Art 150 West 17th Street Box Office: 212.620.5000 ext. 344 $18 in advance | $20 at door Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Get your Friday Night Summer Jam on The Rick Younger Show merges live music, sketch comedy and stand-up in an evening of parody, soul, and silliness! Company members are sure to include regulars to the show Marc Theobald, Katie Northlich and Love Bucket, the show's amazing six piece House Band! Friday June 27th at 8pm at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, 407 W. 42nd St. $10.00 cash plus a $15 food or drink min. www.youngerchildproductions.com/
Volume 20-May 18-May 31
COOL PICKS
1 OAK- 453 WEST17TH ST- This uber-exclusive club is an New Celebrity Hangout- so if you want to party like arock star with the likes of Jay Z, Kanye, Lindsey Lohan Etc. This is the Place. That is if you can get in
9TH AVE INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL-9th ave 37th st-57th street Sat/Sun MAY 17 &18 9:30a-6:30p- the festival is a fabulous expression of the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood – teeming with ethnic food shops and fine restaurants and offering an eclectic global smorgasbord of national and regional foods. Outside venders participate as well, but the Ninth Avenue merchants and restaurants and the community organizations of Hell's Kitchen are out in all their neighborhood glory.
AMSTERDAM AVENUE FESTIVAL 2008 –Sunday May 18th -Amsterdam Avenue between 77th and 90th Streets
UPTOWN EMERGING DESIGNERS MARKET- SUN MAY 18th 11am-7p, The Hip Hop Culture Center , 2309 8Th Ave @124th street- Experience Harlem’s newest fashion retail destination featuring a variety of cutting-edge designers of apparel and accessories! UEDM features include:A selection of exclusive clothing & accessories Guest DJs spinning contemporary hip-hop, old-school classics, house and world music ,Complimentary Cocktails, TASTEMaker Gift Bags (with purchase of $50 or more) www.uptownedm.com/
¡SOFRITO! DAVID GONZALEZ WITH LARRY HARLOW AND THE LATIN LEGENDS Band May 18 at 2 PM at Brooklyn Center, Embracing the bilingual culture of so many New Yorkers, ¡Sofrito! is a spicy blend of David Gonzalez’s funny and physical storytelling, served up with the savory sounds of Larry Harlow and the Latin Legends band, grand masters of Mambo and Salsa. Bring your appetite for fun, because nobody goes home hungry after indulging in this zesty blend of musica caliente and fascinating folklore from Puerto Rico, Cuba and the Bronx. Directed by Matt Miller. brooklyncenteronline.org or www.sofrito.net
SONYA PRESENTS THE 9TH ANNUAL SONYA STUDIO STROLL – Sunday May 18th 12n-6p-in the vibrant cultural hub of downtown Brooklyn CLINTON HILLS just south of the Navy Yard—where art is made. The Stroll is a free self-guided walking tour of studios and galleries showcasing an incredible variety of artwork created by Brooklyn-based artists. www.sonyaonline.org./
GIANT STEP PRESENTS THE RUB at Hudson Hotel 356 w 58th street-Monday, May 19 2008, 6p-10p,The Rub do it Brooklyn style: great dance music mixed well, real people; no dress code, no bottle service and no VIPs. The combination of great music, a hot and sweaty dance floor, and phenomenal word-of-mouth buzz for their parties has brought people there for their unparalleled mix of hip hop, disco, 80s, reggae, funk, house and everything in between keeps them coming back. www.giantstep.net/downloads/RSVP/Hudson8/
CELEBRATE THE 125TH BIRTHDAY OF THE HISTORIC BROOKLYN BRIDGE – May 22-May 25 with a film festival, cultural events and special activities across the city and - of course - in Brooklyn Bridge Park. FREE! See schedule at www.nycvisit.com/bb125
LOWER EAST SIDE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS Friday, May 23rd, 6pm - 1am, Saturday, May 24th, 10am - 1am, 10am - 6pm – 1ST AVE btwn 9th & 10th STREET - Cultural Fair, Performances, Food, Vendors, 2pm - 5pm - INSIDE - Performances for Kids and by Kids, Sunday, May 25th, 6pm - 1am-- has been serving up some of the best cooked Arts and Culture the Lower East side has to offer. Over 70 Groups - Over 250 Performers! Theater! Dance! Music! Poetry! Art! Multimedia! Shows for Kids By Kids! Street Fair and Performances all served up on one glorious Memorial Day Weekend!
FLEET WEEK 2008- May 21- 28, 2008--Thousands of Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen from U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard ships will be in town for Fleet Week New York. Fleet Week includes dozens of military demonstrations and displays throughout the week, as well as public visitation of many of the participating ships www.cnrma.navy.mil/fleetweek/index.htm
CREATE THE OFFICIAL ONLINE COMMERCIAL FOR "THA CARTER III" announcing its June 10th release. Mash the available video, photos and music to create a 30 second commercial for Lil Wayne. The creator of the best commercial will win the entire Cash Money Records catalogue courtesy of Lil Wayne and Universal Motown. www.eyespot.com/promotion/lil_wayne/ Contest Ends June 2, 2008
COOL FIND- GREETEZZ -is the apparel line that lets you tap into your inner artist. Their customizable t-shirts allows you to make a statement. With a name that is half Greeting and half clothing, the Greeteez line is ALL about evoking a feeling and wearing it on your chest. You can send an "I love you" message to your honey, welcome a new baby to the world or brag about your swag with eight pre-designed customizable shirts Customers can customize t-shirts and other apparel by writing and/ or drawing on them with Sharpie brand markers. Our special white opaque coating allows your design to stay on without washing off, bleeding through or irritating the skin http://www.greeteez.com/default.asp Also Featured on CNBC “The Big Idea”
CONCERTS
THE TODAY SHOW CONCERT SERIES- FREE-Rockefeller Plaza 7am—May 20th Fergie, May 23 Alanis Morissette, May 30 Donna Summers, June 6th Chris Brown, June 20th Rihanna
GOOD MORNING AMERICA CONCERTS SERIES – FREE- Times Square Studios, 43rd St. and 7th Ave- 7a-9a MAY 30 Usher
SPEAKERS,SEMINARS, EDUCATIONAL, INFO
This Monday, May 19, 2008 -Democratic Leadership for the 21st Century of New York DL21C presents an important forum on the future of NYC development. With many major projects, including the Javits Center expansion, Moynihan Station redevelopment, Atlantic Yards project and Hudson Yards project all delayed, downscaled or potentially even denied, can New York build grand-scale projects to match its needs for growth and expansion? Come hear a panel of three experts on development in New York City - Avi Schick, President of the Empire State Development Corporation, Charles Bagli, reporter for The New York Times, and Robert Yaro, President of the Regional Planning Association - as they discuss the challenges and opportunities major NYC development projects face in the 21st Century. 7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm) Iguana Lounge (upstairs) 240 West 54th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue)www.iguananyc.com Free for members; $7/nonmembers Please RSVP Here!!. dl21c.org/rsvp.php?event_id=259
FASHION WITH COMPASSION - Hosted by Flo Anthony nationally syndicated radio host & publisher of Black Noir & Toy Box Magazines Come join Flo Anthony as she celebrates the accomplishments of Sil Lai Abrams author of NO MORE DRAMA with an evening of shopping and cocktails Tuesday, May 20, 2008 7-9pm rsvp@tecasan.com or 212.792.5847 té casan 382 West Broadway (btwn Spring & Broome) *20% of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Dress For Success. Their mission is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and life.
1 OAK- 453 WEST17TH ST- This uber-exclusive club is an New Celebrity Hangout- so if you want to party like arock star with the likes of Jay Z, Kanye, Lindsey Lohan Etc. This is the Place. That is if you can get in
9TH AVE INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL-9th ave 37th st-57th street Sat/Sun MAY 17 &18 9:30a-6:30p- the festival is a fabulous expression of the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood – teeming with ethnic food shops and fine restaurants and offering an eclectic global smorgasbord of national and regional foods. Outside venders participate as well, but the Ninth Avenue merchants and restaurants and the community organizations of Hell's Kitchen are out in all their neighborhood glory.
AMSTERDAM AVENUE FESTIVAL 2008 –Sunday May 18th -Amsterdam Avenue between 77th and 90th Streets
UPTOWN EMERGING DESIGNERS MARKET- SUN MAY 18th 11am-7p, The Hip Hop Culture Center , 2309 8Th Ave @124th street- Experience Harlem’s newest fashion retail destination featuring a variety of cutting-edge designers of apparel and accessories! UEDM features include:A selection of exclusive clothing & accessories Guest DJs spinning contemporary hip-hop, old-school classics, house and world music ,Complimentary Cocktails, TASTEMaker Gift Bags (with purchase of $50 or more) www.uptownedm.com/
¡SOFRITO! DAVID GONZALEZ WITH LARRY HARLOW AND THE LATIN LEGENDS Band May 18 at 2 PM at Brooklyn Center, Embracing the bilingual culture of so many New Yorkers, ¡Sofrito! is a spicy blend of David Gonzalez’s funny and physical storytelling, served up with the savory sounds of Larry Harlow and the Latin Legends band, grand masters of Mambo and Salsa. Bring your appetite for fun, because nobody goes home hungry after indulging in this zesty blend of musica caliente and fascinating folklore from Puerto Rico, Cuba and the Bronx. Directed by Matt Miller. brooklyncenteronline.org or www.sofrito.net
SONYA PRESENTS THE 9TH ANNUAL SONYA STUDIO STROLL – Sunday May 18th 12n-6p-in the vibrant cultural hub of downtown Brooklyn CLINTON HILLS just south of the Navy Yard—where art is made. The Stroll is a free self-guided walking tour of studios and galleries showcasing an incredible variety of artwork created by Brooklyn-based artists. www.sonyaonline.org./
GIANT STEP PRESENTS THE RUB at Hudson Hotel 356 w 58th street-Monday, May 19 2008, 6p-10p,The Rub do it Brooklyn style: great dance music mixed well, real people; no dress code, no bottle service and no VIPs. The combination of great music, a hot and sweaty dance floor, and phenomenal word-of-mouth buzz for their parties has brought people there for their unparalleled mix of hip hop, disco, 80s, reggae, funk, house and everything in between keeps them coming back. www.giantstep.net/downloads/RSVP/Hudson8/
CELEBRATE THE 125TH BIRTHDAY OF THE HISTORIC BROOKLYN BRIDGE – May 22-May 25 with a film festival, cultural events and special activities across the city and - of course - in Brooklyn Bridge Park. FREE! See schedule at www.nycvisit.com/bb125
LOWER EAST SIDE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS Friday, May 23rd, 6pm - 1am, Saturday, May 24th, 10am - 1am, 10am - 6pm – 1ST AVE btwn 9th & 10th STREET - Cultural Fair, Performances, Food, Vendors, 2pm - 5pm - INSIDE - Performances for Kids and by Kids, Sunday, May 25th, 6pm - 1am-- has been serving up some of the best cooked Arts and Culture the Lower East side has to offer. Over 70 Groups - Over 250 Performers! Theater! Dance! Music! Poetry! Art! Multimedia! Shows for Kids By Kids! Street Fair and Performances all served up on one glorious Memorial Day Weekend!
FLEET WEEK 2008- May 21- 28, 2008--Thousands of Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen from U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard ships will be in town for Fleet Week New York. Fleet Week includes dozens of military demonstrations and displays throughout the week, as well as public visitation of many of the participating ships www.cnrma.navy.mil/fleetweek/index.htm
CREATE THE OFFICIAL ONLINE COMMERCIAL FOR "THA CARTER III" announcing its June 10th release. Mash the available video, photos and music to create a 30 second commercial for Lil Wayne. The creator of the best commercial will win the entire Cash Money Records catalogue courtesy of Lil Wayne and Universal Motown. www.eyespot.com/promotion/lil_wayne/ Contest Ends June 2, 2008
COOL FIND- GREETEZZ -is the apparel line that lets you tap into your inner artist. Their customizable t-shirts allows you to make a statement. With a name that is half Greeting and half clothing, the Greeteez line is ALL about evoking a feeling and wearing it on your chest. You can send an "I love you" message to your honey, welcome a new baby to the world or brag about your swag with eight pre-designed customizable shirts Customers can customize t-shirts and other apparel by writing and/ or drawing on them with Sharpie brand markers. Our special white opaque coating allows your design to stay on without washing off, bleeding through or irritating the skin http://www.greeteez.com/default.asp Also Featured on CNBC “The Big Idea”
CONCERTS
THE TODAY SHOW CONCERT SERIES- FREE-Rockefeller Plaza 7am—May 20th Fergie, May 23 Alanis Morissette, May 30 Donna Summers, June 6th Chris Brown, June 20th Rihanna
GOOD MORNING AMERICA CONCERTS SERIES – FREE- Times Square Studios, 43rd St. and 7th Ave- 7a-9a MAY 30 Usher
SPEAKERS,SEMINARS, EDUCATIONAL, INFO
This Monday, May 19, 2008 -Democratic Leadership for the 21st Century of New York DL21C presents an important forum on the future of NYC development. With many major projects, including the Javits Center expansion, Moynihan Station redevelopment, Atlantic Yards project and Hudson Yards project all delayed, downscaled or potentially even denied, can New York build grand-scale projects to match its needs for growth and expansion? Come hear a panel of three experts on development in New York City - Avi Schick, President of the Empire State Development Corporation, Charles Bagli, reporter for The New York Times, and Robert Yaro, President of the Regional Planning Association - as they discuss the challenges and opportunities major NYC development projects face in the 21st Century. 7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm) Iguana Lounge (upstairs) 240 West 54th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue)www.iguananyc.com Free for members; $7/nonmembers Please RSVP Here!!. dl21c.org/rsvp.php?event_id=259
FASHION WITH COMPASSION - Hosted by Flo Anthony nationally syndicated radio host & publisher of Black Noir & Toy Box Magazines Come join Flo Anthony as she celebrates the accomplishments of Sil Lai Abrams author of NO MORE DRAMA with an evening of shopping and cocktails Tuesday, May 20, 2008 7-9pm rsvp@tecasan.com or 212.792.5847 té casan 382 West Broadway (btwn Spring & Broome) *20% of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Dress For Success. Their mission is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and life.
Volume 19- May 3- May 17th
JUST IN
HARLEM 2 BLOCK STOOP SALE (127th and 128th Between Lenox and 7th) coming up next Saturday, May 10th from 9:00 - 3:00PM. Great bargains on household Items, books, clothes, shoes, etc, plus baked goods. Alll to raise money for the “Making A Difference on 128th Street (MAKAD128)” block association Contact: Tina Robinson, President, CP 917.225.0796
BKLYN DESIGN SHOW , MAY 9th-May 11th is New York’s hottest exhibition of designers and manufacturers of contemporary furnishings, lighting, and accessories made and/or designed in Brooklyn, all handpicked by a jury of editors from leading design and shelter magazines $15 general admission brooklyndesigns.net/index.php/attend/
WOMEN WHO JAM- C'mon on and JAM with us! Whether you're singing, playing or spittin' a rhyme, you don't have to be a superstar --- just get on the stage and show 'em who you are! May 21, 2008 - New York Ashford & Simpson's Sugar Bar 254 West 72nd Street New York, NY 10023 featuring Wicked Passion to register www.prestoregister.com/cgi-bin/order.pl?ref=NABFEMEPrez&fm=1 for more info www.womenwhojam.com/#
TAKE CARE OF BODY & SOUL WITH CAROL’S DAUGHTER AND AMY DEBOIS Barnett author of the “Get Yours, The Girlfriends Guide of Getting Everything You Ever Dreamed of and More” Saturday, May 10th 3p-6p @ Carol’s Daughter Flagship Store, 24 west 125th street 212-828 –6757
LOOKING FOR A PARTY –TRY SATURDAY NIGHTS AT MANOR @ 73 8th ave @ 13th street- Just ask for Danny's list and it's free b4 midnight
UPTOWN Magazine & Lord & Taylor Invite You to - Spring Into Summer – Wednesday, May14th 6p-8p- Enjoy and runway show, and private cocktail reception hour, personal shopping consultations, a gift, discount and chance,$500 shopping spree rsvp Kyle McCullers 212-360-5073
THE CEG - Cultural Equity Group Present: SUSTAINING OUR ARTISTS, ARTS ORGANIZATIONS AND CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS OF COLOR DURING THE "RECESSION" Hunter College, 68th & Lexington Avenue, 7th Floor Hall 714 West Building, Friday, May 9th, 2008 6pm - 8pm Moderated by. Marta Moreno Vega, Founder of the Caribbean Cultural Center Panelists: Ms. Heather Hitchens, Executive Director of NYSCA, Arana J. Hankins, Assistant Secretary for Cultural & Economic Development Office of the NYS Govenor David A. Paterson, Kathleen Hughes, NYC Dept. of Cultural Affairs Assistant Commissioner, NYS Assemblyman Darryl C. Towns, 54th District, Chair, Black Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus, Laurie Cumbo, Founder of MoCADA, Organized by the Steering Committee of the Cultural Equity Group:
ART, MUSIC, DANCE
MARIAN ANDERSON -The Voice, The Woman -The Unforgetable Story MAY 13 through 25, 2008 Tuesday through Saturday at 8 PM, Sunday at 3 PM at ST. LUKE'S THEATER 308 West 46th Street (bet. 8 & 9 Aves.) New York City Tickets: $18; Order online at www.telecharge.com or (212) 239-6200
Come Celebrate Mother's Day Early With The Jeff King Band Friday May 9, 2008 Featuring: Jeff King Tenor Sax, Denton Darien on Piano, Motoki Mihara Bass, Larry Johnson Drums, Curtis Folker Trombone Two Sets 9p.m. and 11p.m @ Solomon's Porch, 307 Stuyvesant Ave Brooklyn N.Y. 11233 ,Betw: Hancock and Halsey, for reservations call 718 573-6110, $5.00 Cover
FREE JAZZ OPERA @ NYU – CHARLIE CROSSES THE NATION, May 11th 2:30p-3:30p, Free @Skirball Center of Performing Arts, 566 LaGuardia Place reserve tiks www.vox-nyco.com
NY HOUSE Of ART PRESENTS - Renowned Artist Frank Morrison - In His Long Anticipated Return to Brooklyn! Live DJ, Drinks and Soul Food Catered by Stephanie Kirkland. Join us as Morrison unveils his new “Dream In Color” Series Friday, May 16, 2008 – Preview 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Saturday, May 17, 2008 – Artist Opening Reception - 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Sunday, May 18, 2008 – Artist Closing Reception – 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm @ 373 Lewis Avenue (between MacDonough and Macon) Brooklyn, New York 11233 347.663.8195 For More Information visit: www.nychouseofart.com
Hi Kristin YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY DON'T PAY THEIR FIRST CLASS! Please forward this trial class coupon to them. Hope to see you in class soon!. Peace & Blessings_ This e-mail coupon will admit a new student - MAY 10 to 18th BEGINNER JONEEBA AFRICAN DANCE Mon & Wed 7:30-9 Fri 6-7:30 Sat 12:30-2 / Sun 6:30-8 WWW.JONEEBA.COM * three dollars for classes with musicians DJONIBA DANCE & DRUM CENTRE 37 East 18 St 7fl / Broadway & Park Av 212-477-3464 WWW.DJONIBA.COM / manager@djoniba.com
REAL ESTATE- HPD
MANHATTAN- BEACON TOWER Coops - www.beaconaffordable.com/ www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/beacon-towers-coops-mn.pdf
BRONX- THE SOLARA COOPS - www.briarwoodorganization.com/solara/ www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/grand-concourse-bronx.pdf
SHOPPING
JOSEPH ABBOUD SAMPLE SALE- Menswear, Designer Suits, Sportcoats, Trousers, Dress Shirts, Ties & Sportswear, Monday, May 12th through Friday, May 16th, Monday through Thursday: 9:00am to 7:00pm, Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm, To be held at: Soiffer Haskin 317 West 33rd Street, NYC (Just west of 8th Avenue), Credit Cards Only, (American Express, Visa or MasterCard), All Sales Final. Strollers not allowed. No children under 12 will be admitted. For more information, call (718) 747-1656,
JOHN VARVATOS SAMPLE SALE- Menswear, Fr, May 9 8a-6p, May 10th 11am-4p @26 West 17th street, 9th floor btwn 5&6th Ave
CONTEST / CASTING
Call for Content: A couple of Knoxville, TN brothers-in-law have come up with a collaborative online film project called Rootclip.com, funded by Scripps Entrepreneurial Ventures. Inspired by the choose-your-own adventure books from their youth, the brothers produced a short opening to an open-ended story involving a briefcase and a meeting with a stranger. It's up to you to advance the story with a one-minute video clip viewers will vote on to determine where the story goes next. The winner gets $500 and an all expenses paid trip to the Traverse City Film Festival to meet documentarian Michael Moore
CASTING
AMERICAN GLADIATORS -The hit competition series, with hosts Hulk Hogan and Laila Ali, is NOW CASTING SEASON TWO! We are looking for weekend warrior types that are BIG, bad, and athletic. If you think you have the heart, skills, and desire to COMPETE then we want to see you at THE GLADIATOR ARENA! OPEN CALLS NOW SCHEDULED www.nbc.com/American_Gladiators/casting/
AMERICAS GOT TALENT - www.nbc.com/Americas_Got_Talent/casting.shtml
BIGGEST LOSERS- www.nbc.com/The_Biggest_Loser_5/about/casting.shtml
DEAL OR NO DEAL- www.nbc.com/Casting/Applications/DOND_Long_App.pdf
NEW NBC RESTAURANT SHOW- www.nbc.com/Casting/Applications/RestaurantCompetitionApp.pdf
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL SUMMER SESSION- abc.go.com/primetime/highschoolmusical/index?pn=index
HERE COME THE NEWLY WEDS- www.hcnwcasting.com/
AMERICAS TOP DOG - www.cbs.com/primetime/americas_top_dog/
AMAZING RACE - alpha.cbs.com/primetime/amazing_race12/apply.shtml
ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5th GRADER - www.fox.com/areyousmarter/showinfo/index.htm
SONGWRITERS HALL OF FAME ANNOUNCE SPRING WORKSHOPS NOW IS THE TIME! There is no time like the present to grow as songwriters and we'd like provide you with the tools to help make that happen, so stay tuned to www.songhall.org for more information! $225.00 includes Spring Workshops and 1 year SongHall Membership www.songhall.org/news/entry/555 Classes -- I WANT TO WRITE SONGS, taught by Peter Bliss 8 Sessions - Wednesday evenings 6:30-8:30PM / Beginning May 14th. MASTERING THE MUSIC BUSINESS MAZE, is taught by Marcy Drexler, 8 Sessions -Tuesday evenings 6:30-8:30PM Beginning May 13th. THE SONGWRITER IN THE RECORDING STUDIO is taught by David GreenbergSaturday, May 17th. 10:00am to 5:00pm.
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COOL PICKS
PUBLIC SCHOOL - HOT NEW URBAN CLOTHING LINE – This line is about rebellion..the heart of every cultural revolution. Know what the celebrities know. Check out Public School’s Spring/ Summer 2008 line at a store near you and www.publicschoolnyc.com/
MANHATTAN CUBAN DAY PARADE - May 4, 2008 12n-4p, 6th Avenue from 44th Street to Central Park 2008 New York's Cuban population stage a lively carnival-style parade. Over half a million people line the streets to cheer on the lucky Parade Queen and her court. Salsa your way through the streets as the parade travels down Avenue of the Americas and finishes at the statue of José Martí, the apostle of Cuban Independence, in Central Park South. The parade forms the vanguard of the Cuban Independence Day celebrations, which take place on 20 May
CECOMEX Festival- Sunday, May 4th, 2008@ 116th Street between Second Avenue & Lexington Avenue
Cinco de Mayo Parade Sunday, May 4th, 2008 @Central Park West between 110th & 72nd Streets Parade begins at 1PM
Cinco de Mayo Festival --Sunday, May 04, 2008, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Queens Live entertainment, music, game, food and fun for the entire family abound at this annual favorite. Flushing Meadows Corona Park
NECTAR WINE BAR OPENS Finally! Located next door to Harlem Vintage, Nectar offers a contemporary, but welcoming, atmosphere for sipping wines by the taste, glass, or bottle. The menu includes great wines from around the world, as well as beer, sake, and an assortment of other cold and hot drinks. Hungry? Enjoy our cheese and charcuterie menu while relaxing with friends- and meeting new ones! Hours: Su (3-11) Tu-Th (5-12a) Fr (5-2a) Sa (3-2a) 2235 Frederick Douglass Blvd @ 121st 212.961.9622
Giant Step presents Louie Vega at the 7th Hudson party of the year! MAY 5th@ Hudson Hotel 356 West 58th Street Louie Vega is the Miles Davis of dance music. Like the impossible to categorize Davis, Vega is constantly reinventing himself; and revolutionizing the musical landscape in the process. During his nearly two-decade long career, Vega has crafted some of the most ground-breaking singles in dance music history ("The Nervous Track", "It's Alright, I Feel It" and "You Can Do It"), kick started genres like soulful house ("Beautiful People," "I Get Lifted"), and revitalized the careers of legends like Roy Ayers, George Benson and Tito Puente. RSVP www.giantstep.net/downloads/RSVP/Hudson7/
BROOKLYN FLEA takes place every Sunday from 10am to 5pm—rain or shine—at Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, on Lafayette Ave. between Clermont and Vanderbilt Ave. The Flea features 200 vendors of vintage furniture, clothing and antiques alongside new designs by local makers of everything from jewelry to textiles.
ARE YOU A LATINO FILMMAKER- HBO has teamed with THE NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL LATINO FILM FESTIVAL (NYILFF) to find the next hot Latino Filmmaker. The HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition is an opportunity for one talented filmmaker to receive $15,000 in funding to produce and direct on digital video (DV) an original short film narrative. The final film produced from the winning screenplay will be presented on screen this summer during the 2008 New York International Latino Film Festival. www.nylatinofilm.com/
JUST FOR KIDS
Baby Loves Disco-- MAY 10th-An afternoon dance party featuring real music spun and mixed by real DJs. Families can dance to disco tunes from the 70s & 80s in an atmosphere rife with bubble machines, and retire to a chill-out room (with tents, books and puzzles). Diaper changing stations, a full spread of healthy snacks, and dancing await. [212.645.5700; www.babylovesdisco.com] Ages: 0-7
Butterfly Conservatory -AMNH's wonderful Butterfly exhibit features up to 500 live, free-flying tropical beauties from Central, South, and North America. Wear layers - it gets hot in there! In the Hall of Oceanic Birds. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. [212.769.5200; www.amnh.org] Magic in Ancient Egypt- How the Egyptians, known throughout the ancient world for their expertise in magic, addressed the unknown forces of the universe is explored in an exhibition of twenty objects from the Brooklyn Museum's world-famous collection. [718.638.5000; www.brooklynmuseum.org] Ages: 8 and up Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival –May 10th 12n-6p- FREE
The Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival -MAy 10th 12n-6p- features a special children's program with activities such as origami (Japanese paper folding), folk tales, puppet shows, and judo workshops. A mini-film fest, martial arts demonstrations, traditional and contemporary musicians and dancers, arts & crafts tables, fortune tellers, Mehndi tattoo artists, food stands, and hundreds of information booths are also in store. [212.989.3610; http://www.capaonline.org
Mamitas Day: A Family Celebration- May 10th 12n-5p-Free -Ballet Hispanico celebrates Mother's Day with an open house for all ages. Festivities include arts and crafts activities throughout the afternoon, a "Pasitos" workshop for toddlers (1:30pm–2:15pm), a performace by the Ballet Hispanico School Ensemble (1:35pm–1:50pm), Latin dance class for adults (2pm–2:30pm), and Dance with Me classes for moms and little ones (3pm-5pm, every half hour). [212.362.6710
ON/OFF BROADWAY SHOW DISCOUNTS
African-American, Hispanic, Asian Themed Shows on Broadway!
JUMP @Union Square Theater- the kind of action you'd see in Jackie Chan and Matrix movies," only live on stage, without the use of wires and special effects. JUMP is set in a traditional Korean home, its inhabitants are anything but. The entire family – the strict grandfather, the no-nonsense mother, the drunken uncle, the daughter and her suitor – love nothing more than to challenge each other in martial arts and acrobatic displays. Their skills are put to good use when burglars break into their home. www.jumpnewyorkcity.com/about - Special Discount offer $35 for weeknight performances (including Sunday nights) $40 for weekend performances. Visit Ticketmaster.com and enter code BBOX
ONE OF A KIND -May 2-May 11@ New Victory theatre -How far would you travel to find your way home? One of a Kind, is the compelling, true story of ten-year-old AndArgay and his family’s 400-mile journey to freedom. From Ethiopia to a Sudanese refugee camp, then, at last, to Israel, they - along with thousands of other Ethiopian Jews - became the first black Jewish settlers in Israel. Incorporating soulful songs, festive dance and charming animation, One of a Kind is a play about hope, identity, and the meaning of home. Buy your tickets: secure.newvictory.org/newvictory/tickets/production.aspx?PID=275 Over the phone by calling 646-223-3010 At the box office at The New Victory Theater, 209 West 42nd Street. Use discount code OKWI463 and see One of a Kind for as little as $10. Discount information: All discounts are for 20% off and available for any performance, with purchase at any time during run. Valid for phone, walk-up and web. newvictory.org/show.m?showID=1028564
THURGOOD Starring Laurence Fishbourne @ Booth Theatre 222 West 45th Street (Between Broadway and 8th Avenue)Tony Award winner and Academy Award nominee Laurence Fishburne brings one of America’s greatest heroes to life in George Stevens, Jr.'s powerful new play. Fishburne's performances have been deemed "brilliant," "riveting" and "electrifying" by The New York Times. Now he portrays Thurgood Marshall, the grandson of a slave who became our first African-American Supreme Court Justice. Thurgood is his remarkable story, a triumph of courage - not just for the man, but for the nation he bravely challenged and proudly served SPECIAL $50* OFFER Available for performances April 12 thru June 1 only ONLINE visit www.broadwayoffers.com and enter code THWCEB8. Or PHONE. Call 212-947-8844 and mention code THWCEB8
PASSING STRANGE – Highly recommended by Spike Lee..” The creation of a visionary artist named Stew, a phenomenal singer-songwriter from South Central LA by way of Amsterdam and Berlin, it’s the story of a young black man on a journey of self-discovery. www.passingstrangeonbroadway.com/ Special discount offer NOW THROUGH June 15, $48 ORCH/MEZZ Wed. at 2 $59.50 ORCH & $48 MEZZ Tues. at 7; Wed. and Thurs. at 8; Sat. at 2; Sun. at 3 $68.50 ORCH & $58 MEZZ Fri. and Sat. at 8 Balcony seats only $30 Fri. & Sat. at 8, $21.50 every other performance! CODE: PSBBX43 www.broadwayoffers.com/
CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Tennessee Williams award-winning play comes to Broadway once again and brings with it a stellar cast! Cat on a Hot Tin Roof begins previews on February 12, 2008 at the Broadhurst Theatre with an official opening of March 6, 2008. Portraying the wealthy but dysfunctional Southern family is Academy Award nominee Terrance Howard and Tony award winners Anika Noni Rose, Phylicia Rashad and James Earl Jones. The production is being directed by Emmy award winner Debbie Allen and is also the first African American production approved by the Williams estate for the Broadway stage. www.cat2008onbroadway.com/ special discounted offer $69.50, Reg. $86.50-$96.50, Save over 25 % www.broadwayoffers.com/ and enter code CATBBX2
IN THE HEIGHTS is your ticket into a world where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. www.intheheightsthemusical.com/ To get your specially priced tickets: visit Ticketmaster.com or call 212-307-4100, and use code TCHRG01. Performances thru June 1, 2008 Excluding Saturday Evenings Orchestra/Front Mezzanine:$71.50 + $1.50 Theatre Restoration Charge.Rear Mezzanine(A-E): $48.75 + $1.50 Theatre Restoration Charge www.broadwaybox.com Code ITH35
CITY AT PEACE-NEW YORK PROUDLY ANNOUNCESTHE PREMIERE PERFORMANCES OF ITS NEW ORIGINAL MUSICAL DREAM THIS Written and performed by a diverse group of 70 teenagers from the five boroughs of NYC on: Wednesday May 7th 2008, Thursday May 8th 2008, Friday May 9th 2008, Saturday May 10th 2008, at 7.30pm. Performances will take place at the: Teatro Heckscher of El Museo Del Barrio 1230 5th Avenue (at 104th Street) New York, NY 10029 For further information, please contact: Elin Morgan, Managing Director at 212-924-9204 or elin@cpnational.org. Check out our website cpnational.org/ny/
ARTS, MUSIC, DANCE, AND FILM
ALVIN AILEY II April 30 - May 8, 2008- The Joyce Theater, (212) 242-0800- Ailey II is an exceptional company that merges the spirit and energy of the country's best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today's most outstanding emerging choreographers. BE OUR GUEST FOR A FREE CLASS Bring your AILEY II TICKET STUB and a copy of this email to receive one FREE CLASS with THE AILEY EXTENSION* www.alvinailey.org/page.php?p=main&v=5&sec=ailey2
SCRATCH BOMB SPIT BREAK.- This exhibition is an ultra personal foray into the soul and psyche of the world-renown illustrator, graphic designer and painter, JOE BUCK. The venue for the festivities is none other than Harlem's trailblazing sneaker and apparel spot, Vault. Joe Buck is a product of Hollis, Queens, which was an early hotbed of Hip-Hop music. In the words of Joe Buck, this art series is comprised of "elements of my life mainly pertaining to Hip-Hop; the music, the art, the words, and the dance." That spirit is very much in evidence in pieces such as KRS-ONE, HIP POP KILLS and JIMI HENDRIX. There will be drinks and vibes and stuff Saturday May 3, 2008 5p-9p VAULT:2498 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD. (133RD-134TH STREETS
Lunar Stages- 2008 Sunset Cinema Series: Chinatown, Summer of Love @Columbus Park Pavilion Grounds, 67 Mulberry Street, Manhattan 7pm – 8pm: Cultural & Family Activities Sunset: Movie Screening, Free Admission (Limited Capacity Available), Bring a blanket/mat with you! Movie Lineup:5.31 - Nana (Japan, 2005), 6.07 - Hooked on You (Hong Kong, 2007), 6.14 - Train Man (Japan, 2005), 6.21 - Falling for Grace (USA, 2007),6.28 - Love on a Diet (Hong Kong, 2001), Note: All films are shown in their native language with English subtitles, except Falling for Grace. For more information, please visit www.aaari.info/2008sunsetchinatown.htm
JAZZ SCORE AT THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART- APRIL 17–SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 COMPRISING A FILM RETROSPECTIVE, A GALLERY INSTALLATION, LIVE CONCERTS, AND A PANEL DISCUSSION, JAZZ SCORE CELEBRATES SOME OF THE BEST ORIGINAL JAZZ COMPOSED FOR THE CINEMA FROM THE 1950S TO THE PRESENT. THE FILM RETROSPECTIVE OPENS ON APRIL 17 WITH A WEEKLONG THEATRICAL RUN OF ARTHUR PENN'S MICKEY ONE, AND CONTINUES WITH FICTION FEATURES, EXPERIMENTAL AND ANIMATED SHORTS, AND DOCUMENTARIES FROM COUNTRIES AS FAR RANGING AS FRANCE, BRAZIL, JAPAN, SOUTH AFRICA,AND THE U.S. WWW.MOMA.ORG/EXHIBITIONS/EXHIBITIONS.PHP?ID=8159&REF=CALENDAR
JAMES BROWN MEMORABILIA EXHIBITION The Museum of African American Cinema Over 400 items displayed including historic treasures such as James Brown’s Gold Records, posters, photos, autographs, legal documents, 8-tracks, clothes, concert footage, and much more! When: Thursday, May 1, 2008, 6pm until 9:30pm; Friday, May 2, 2008, 1:00pm until 9:30pm; Monday, May 5, 2008, 5:00pm-9:30pm Sunday, May 11, 2008. 2pm-7pm, ACP, Jr. State Office Bldg. Art Gallery (2nd Fl.), 163 West 125th Street, Harlem, NY 10027, Visit www.MoAAC.org or 212-749-5298 for more info. Cost: Free Admission, but photo I.D. required to enter.
RED SILK DANCERS Experience the joyous and colorful tradition of Chinese dance. Directed by Margaret Yuen, the 15 dancers include professionals and local residents. Family Matinee followed by workshop where children learn Chinese ribbon dance. Saturday, 5.17.08 1st show: 3:00pm - Family Matinee and Workshop 2nd show: 7:00 pm - Full Concert Adults $15 / Students $10 / Children 12 and under: Free The Performance Project at University Settlement 184 Eldridge Street 212.453.4532 - Email: project.audience@gmail.com
GROUP ACTIVITIES
HORSEBACK RIDING IN THE NYC
Bronx - Pelham Bay Park Horseback riding enthusiasts can visit the Pelham Bit Stables.The Bridle path in Pelham Bay Park provides beautiful vistas of marshland and woods. To Reserve a Horse: Visit the Pelham Bit Stables/ Bronx Equestrian Center (9 Shore Road, Pelham Bay Park).Call the stables at (718) 885-0551 for more information. www.bronxequestriancenter.com/
Bronx - Van Cortlandt Park- Riverdale Equestrian Centre (Broadway and West 254th Street, Riverdale. To Reserve a Horse: Call (718) 548-4848 for further details. Lessons are offered year-round to riders of all ages and levels of ability. www.riverdaleriding.com/
Brooklyn- Prospect Park - Kensington Stables Prospect Park's 3.5 mile-long bridle path winds through scenic woodlands, meadows, and a ravine. To Reserve a Horse: Horses are available for rental from Kensington Stables (51 Caton Place at East 8th) daily from 10:00 AM to sunset (718) 972-4588 for reservations. www.kensingtonstables.com/
Queens -Forest Park Forest Park's four-mile equestrian path meanders through 165 acres of oak forest. To Reserve a Horse: Horses can be rented from the following www.forestequinecenter.com/
Staten Island- Seguine Equestrian Center Staten Island offers a wide variety of riding terrain in New York City, from beaches to parks and city streets to wooded trails.To Ride: Visit the Seguine Equestrian Center at 440 Seguine Avenue, Staten Island. Call (718) 317-1121 for more information. www.seguineequestriancenter.com/index.html
SPEAKERS,SEMINARS, EDUCATIONAL, INFO
"RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL SPEAKER SERIES," ENTITLED "THE MINDS THAT MOVE THE WORLD," a timely and important series of events that will provide attendees with a unique framework for understanding America's current political landscape and place in world politics, through the insights of some of the most prominent political figures of our time. Featuring Bill Clinton, Al Gore, John Edwards, Rudy Giuliani, Arianna Huffington, James Carville, Tucker Carlson, with Moderators Tim Russert and Anderson Cooper April 21, May 2, May 28 and June 17, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall Tickets $30-$500 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
COLUMBIA BUSINESS SCHOOL EXECUTIVE EDUCATION IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE NEGOTIATIONS AND PERSUASION WORKSHOP: a brand new, 2-day program that combines these skills into one power-packed course. Knowing how to negotiate and persuade can be critically important to success. Led by Columbia Professor Bob Bontempo, creator of the popular programs Persuasion: Influencing Without Authority and Negotiation and Decision-Making Strategies, this unique workshop will give you the opportunity to practice skills that you can hone and apply immediately to real-world situations. This program is ideal for executives who have some experience, as it will provide an opportunity to fine tune and grow dramatically. It is also appropriate for those who are relatively new to these disciplines and have always wanted to improve these skills. Class size is limited, so we suggest registering as soon as possible. Negotiations and Persuasion Workshop takes place May 12-13, 2008, on the Columbia University campus. For more information and to apply online Our Learning Solutions Specialists are here to help should you have any questions. Please e-mail them at execed@columbia.edu or call (212) 854-3395. www0.gsb.columbia.edu/execed/open/programs/npw.cfm
BLACK MALE TEACHERS NEEDED- GO TO COLLEGE FOR FREE Do you know any Black males who are seniors in high school who want to go to college out of state for FREE? Several Black Colleges are looking for future black male teachers and will send them to universities/colleges for 4 years FREE. The 'Call Me MISTER' program is an effort to address the critical shortage of African American male teachers particularly among South Carolina 's lowest performing public schools. Program participants are selected from among under-served, socio-economically disadvantaged and educationally at-risk communities. The program is a collaboration between Clemson University and four historically black colleges in South Carolina : Benedict College, Claflin University, Morris College and South Carolina State University. The project provides: Tuition for admitted students pursuing approved programs of study at participating colleges. An academic support system to help assure their success. A cohort system for social and cultural support. Visit : www.callmemister.Clemson.edu/index.htm for more details and the online application or call (800) 640-2657
EVENTS AT THE SCHOMBURG
Understanding Black Liberation Theology: A 40-Year Retrospective -Monday, May 12, 2008-6:30 PM Black Liberation Theology is a product of the black power movement of the 1960s. It provides the moral, ethical, and social foundations of black churches that share a social justice mission and traces its roots back to the original theology of Jesus Christ. This forum presents a comprehensive survey of the origins, nature, character, and practice of Black Liberation Theology. This conversation is moderated by Rev. Dr. M. William Howard, Jr., Pastor of Bethany Baptist Church, and features guest speakers Dr. James H. Cone, the Charles A. Briggs Distinguished Professor, Union Theological Seminary; Dr. Dwight N. Hopkins, Professor of Theology, The University of Chicago Divinity School; Dr. Obery Hendricks, Professor of Biblical Interpretation, New York Theological Seminary; Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III, Pastor, Abyssinian Baptist Church; and Rev. Dr. James A. Forbes, Jr., Senior Minister Emeritus of The Riverside Church, and other guests. Tickets: $10. For ticket charge, call The Schomburg Shop at (212) 491-2206. For webcast information, visit schomburgcenter.org/blacktheology.
Black Latino Lineages and Linkages: Historical Ties That Bind Saturday, May 17, 2008 1:00 PM The afrolatin@ forum presents a public conversation on the historical and cultural connections between African American and Caribbean communities with particular attention to the Afro-Latino/a experience in New York City.Free
The Malcolm X Museum Presents: The Ballot or the Bullet Revisited Monday, May 19, 2008 6:00 PM- The Malcolm X Museum commemorates the 83rd birthday of Malcolm X/El Hajj Malik Shabazz with a panel discussion on the historic links between Malcolm X’s analysis of U.S. electoral politics and the rise of black political candidates. For more information, contact The Malcolm X Museum at 212-340-9502. Free
NEED COOL PEOPLE LIKE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 10th ANNIVERSARY OF CAREER DAY at CIS 303 Wednesday May 14th, 2008. CIS 303 is located in the Morris Heights area of the West Bronx. The students are primarily Latino and African-American age 11-14. Despite the difficulties of growing up in an underserved urban neighborhood, our kids are enthusiastic about their education and the possibilities that await them in their futures. We have found that one way to keep them excited about learning is to meet professionals like you who were once kids, but are now successful adults. CIS 303, 1700 Macombs Rd. 5th floor, Bronx 10453, 10:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. If interested in volunteering Contact: Monica Brady, 718-583-5466 or email monica.brady@cis303.org Kristin’s Comment: I did it. It’s definitely a fun event. This is a great opportunity to give back to youth. You’ll be amazed at how insightful their questions are. You might influence a young person to take a path that they might not have ever considered.
HEALTH
FIGHT BREAST CANCER THE SISTER STUDY If one of those women is your sister, there is something you can do to help. You can join the Sister Study today! Seeing your sister fight breast cancer can give you a sense of helplessness. But joining the Sister Study is a powerful way to make a difference. The Sister Study wants to find the causes of breast cancer so that future generations, including our daughters, granddaughters and nieces don't have to experience the disease. Sign up for the Sister Study if you are: African Americans, Latinas, Asians and Pacific Islanders, and Native Americans between ages 35-74. Or Caucasian women between the ages of 65-74 or with a high school degree or less. a woman between the ages of 35 and 74 years old and you have never had breast cancer yourself and your sister (living or deceased), related to you by blood, had breast cancer and you live in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. www.sisterstudy.org/English/index1.htm JOINING THE SISTER STUDY IS EASY, SAFE AND PRIVATE. NO MEDICINE. NO DOCTOR VISITS. NO LIFESTYLE CHANGES. NO INSURANCE REPORTING.
REAL ESTATE- HPD
Opportunities at all income levels
Delany Lofts - www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/delany-lofts.pdf
Wateredge Condos - www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Briarwood.pdf
Habitat Home - www.habitatnyc.org/pdf/housing/ozone_park.pdf
Atlantic Ave residence - www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Atlantic-Avenue-Advertisement.pdf Skillman Condos- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/SKillman-Street-Homes.pdf
Brooklyn Houses- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Saratoga-St-Marks.pdf
Restored home Staten Island - www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/restored-homes.pdf
Restored homes Bronx- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/restored-homes.pdf
BEST EMAIL CHAIN LETTER
FAMILY WATCH DOG www.FamilyWatchDog.us -- Our goal at Family Watchdog is to provide you with the information you need to protect your loved ones. Our service allows you to view known registered offenders and predators in your area. Knowing who these people are and what they've done provides you with your best defense to protect your family - awareness. We invite you to use our free service to locate registered sex offenders in your area. Just enter an address and we'll show a map. You can click on the squares that appear and see photos (where available) addresses, convictions and other information about the offender The best thing is that you can show your children these pictures and see how close these people live to your home or school. This site was developed by John Walsh from Americas Most Wanted.
HARLEM 2 BLOCK STOOP SALE (127th and 128th Between Lenox and 7th) coming up next Saturday, May 10th from 9:00 - 3:00PM. Great bargains on household Items, books, clothes, shoes, etc, plus baked goods. Alll to raise money for the “Making A Difference on 128th Street (MAKAD128)” block association Contact: Tina Robinson, President, CP 917.225.0796
BKLYN DESIGN SHOW , MAY 9th-May 11th is New York’s hottest exhibition of designers and manufacturers of contemporary furnishings, lighting, and accessories made and/or designed in Brooklyn, all handpicked by a jury of editors from leading design and shelter magazines $15 general admission brooklyndesigns.net/index.php/attend/
WOMEN WHO JAM- C'mon on and JAM with us! Whether you're singing, playing or spittin' a rhyme, you don't have to be a superstar --- just get on the stage and show 'em who you are! May 21, 2008 - New York Ashford & Simpson's Sugar Bar 254 West 72nd Street New York, NY 10023 featuring Wicked Passion to register www.prestoregister.com/cgi-bin/order.pl?ref=NABFEMEPrez&fm=1 for more info www.womenwhojam.com/#
TAKE CARE OF BODY & SOUL WITH CAROL’S DAUGHTER AND AMY DEBOIS Barnett author of the “Get Yours, The Girlfriends Guide of Getting Everything You Ever Dreamed of and More” Saturday, May 10th 3p-6p @ Carol’s Daughter Flagship Store, 24 west 125th street 212-828 –6757
LOOKING FOR A PARTY –TRY SATURDAY NIGHTS AT MANOR @ 73 8th ave @ 13th street- Just ask for Danny's list and it's free b4 midnight
UPTOWN Magazine & Lord & Taylor Invite You to - Spring Into Summer – Wednesday, May14th 6p-8p- Enjoy and runway show, and private cocktail reception hour, personal shopping consultations, a gift, discount and chance,$500 shopping spree rsvp Kyle McCullers 212-360-5073
THE CEG - Cultural Equity Group Present: SUSTAINING OUR ARTISTS, ARTS ORGANIZATIONS AND CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS OF COLOR DURING THE "RECESSION" Hunter College, 68th & Lexington Avenue, 7th Floor Hall 714 West Building, Friday, May 9th, 2008 6pm - 8pm Moderated by. Marta Moreno Vega, Founder of the Caribbean Cultural Center Panelists: Ms. Heather Hitchens, Executive Director of NYSCA, Arana J. Hankins, Assistant Secretary for Cultural & Economic Development Office of the NYS Govenor David A. Paterson, Kathleen Hughes, NYC Dept. of Cultural Affairs Assistant Commissioner, NYS Assemblyman Darryl C. Towns, 54th District, Chair, Black Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus, Laurie Cumbo, Founder of MoCADA, Organized by the Steering Committee of the Cultural Equity Group:
ART, MUSIC, DANCE
MARIAN ANDERSON -The Voice, The Woman -The Unforgetable Story MAY 13 through 25, 2008 Tuesday through Saturday at 8 PM, Sunday at 3 PM at ST. LUKE'S THEATER 308 West 46th Street (bet. 8 & 9 Aves.) New York City Tickets: $18; Order online at www.telecharge.com or (212) 239-6200
Come Celebrate Mother's Day Early With The Jeff King Band Friday May 9, 2008 Featuring: Jeff King Tenor Sax, Denton Darien on Piano, Motoki Mihara Bass, Larry Johnson Drums, Curtis Folker Trombone Two Sets 9p.m. and 11p.m @ Solomon's Porch, 307 Stuyvesant Ave Brooklyn N.Y. 11233 ,Betw: Hancock and Halsey, for reservations call 718 573-6110, $5.00 Cover
FREE JAZZ OPERA @ NYU – CHARLIE CROSSES THE NATION, May 11th 2:30p-3:30p, Free @Skirball Center of Performing Arts, 566 LaGuardia Place reserve tiks www.vox-nyco.com
NY HOUSE Of ART PRESENTS - Renowned Artist Frank Morrison - In His Long Anticipated Return to Brooklyn! Live DJ, Drinks and Soul Food Catered by Stephanie Kirkland. Join us as Morrison unveils his new “Dream In Color” Series Friday, May 16, 2008 – Preview 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Saturday, May 17, 2008 – Artist Opening Reception - 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Sunday, May 18, 2008 – Artist Closing Reception – 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm @ 373 Lewis Avenue (between MacDonough and Macon) Brooklyn, New York 11233 347.663.8195 For More Information visit: www.nychouseofart.com
Hi Kristin YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY DON'T PAY THEIR FIRST CLASS! Please forward this trial class coupon to them. Hope to see you in class soon!. Peace & Blessings_ This e-mail coupon will admit a new student - MAY 10 to 18th BEGINNER JONEEBA AFRICAN DANCE Mon & Wed 7:30-9 Fri 6-7:30 Sat 12:30-2 / Sun 6:30-8 WWW.JONEEBA.COM * three dollars for classes with musicians DJONIBA DANCE & DRUM CENTRE 37 East 18 St 7fl / Broadway & Park Av 212-477-3464 WWW.DJONIBA.COM / manager@djoniba.com
REAL ESTATE- HPD
MANHATTAN- BEACON TOWER Coops - www.beaconaffordable.com/ www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/beacon-towers-coops-mn.pdf
BRONX- THE SOLARA COOPS - www.briarwoodorganization.com/solara/ www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/grand-concourse-bronx.pdf
SHOPPING
JOSEPH ABBOUD SAMPLE SALE- Menswear, Designer Suits, Sportcoats, Trousers, Dress Shirts, Ties & Sportswear, Monday, May 12th through Friday, May 16th, Monday through Thursday: 9:00am to 7:00pm, Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm, To be held at: Soiffer Haskin 317 West 33rd Street, NYC (Just west of 8th Avenue), Credit Cards Only, (American Express, Visa or MasterCard), All Sales Final. Strollers not allowed. No children under 12 will be admitted. For more information, call (718) 747-1656,
JOHN VARVATOS SAMPLE SALE- Menswear, Fr, May 9 8a-6p, May 10th 11am-4p @26 West 17th street, 9th floor btwn 5&6th Ave
CONTEST / CASTING
Call for Content: A couple of Knoxville, TN brothers-in-law have come up with a collaborative online film project called Rootclip.com, funded by Scripps Entrepreneurial Ventures. Inspired by the choose-your-own adventure books from their youth, the brothers produced a short opening to an open-ended story involving a briefcase and a meeting with a stranger. It's up to you to advance the story with a one-minute video clip viewers will vote on to determine where the story goes next. The winner gets $500 and an all expenses paid trip to the Traverse City Film Festival to meet documentarian Michael Moore
CASTING
AMERICAN GLADIATORS -The hit competition series, with hosts Hulk Hogan and Laila Ali, is NOW CASTING SEASON TWO! We are looking for weekend warrior types that are BIG, bad, and athletic. If you think you have the heart, skills, and desire to COMPETE then we want to see you at THE GLADIATOR ARENA! OPEN CALLS NOW SCHEDULED www.nbc.com/American_Gladiators/casting/
AMERICAS GOT TALENT - www.nbc.com/Americas_Got_Talent/casting.shtml
BIGGEST LOSERS- www.nbc.com/The_Biggest_Loser_5/about/casting.shtml
DEAL OR NO DEAL- www.nbc.com/Casting/Applications/DOND_Long_App.pdf
NEW NBC RESTAURANT SHOW- www.nbc.com/Casting/Applications/RestaurantCompetitionApp.pdf
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL SUMMER SESSION- abc.go.com/primetime/highschoolmusical/index?pn=index
HERE COME THE NEWLY WEDS- www.hcnwcasting.com/
AMERICAS TOP DOG - www.cbs.com/primetime/americas_top_dog/
AMAZING RACE - alpha.cbs.com/primetime/amazing_race12/apply.shtml
ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5th GRADER - www.fox.com/areyousmarter/showinfo/index.htm
SONGWRITERS HALL OF FAME ANNOUNCE SPRING WORKSHOPS NOW IS THE TIME! There is no time like the present to grow as songwriters and we'd like provide you with the tools to help make that happen, so stay tuned to www.songhall.org for more information! $225.00 includes Spring Workshops and 1 year SongHall Membership www.songhall.org/news/entry/555 Classes -- I WANT TO WRITE SONGS, taught by Peter Bliss 8 Sessions - Wednesday evenings 6:30-8:30PM / Beginning May 14th. MASTERING THE MUSIC BUSINESS MAZE, is taught by Marcy Drexler, 8 Sessions -Tuesday evenings 6:30-8:30PM Beginning May 13th. THE SONGWRITER IN THE RECORDING STUDIO is taught by David GreenbergSaturday, May 17th. 10:00am to 5:00pm.
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COOL PICKS
PUBLIC SCHOOL - HOT NEW URBAN CLOTHING LINE – This line is about rebellion..the heart of every cultural revolution. Know what the celebrities know. Check out Public School’s Spring/ Summer 2008 line at a store near you and www.publicschoolnyc.com/
MANHATTAN CUBAN DAY PARADE - May 4, 2008 12n-4p, 6th Avenue from 44th Street to Central Park 2008 New York's Cuban population stage a lively carnival-style parade. Over half a million people line the streets to cheer on the lucky Parade Queen and her court. Salsa your way through the streets as the parade travels down Avenue of the Americas and finishes at the statue of José Martí, the apostle of Cuban Independence, in Central Park South. The parade forms the vanguard of the Cuban Independence Day celebrations, which take place on 20 May
CECOMEX Festival- Sunday, May 4th, 2008@ 116th Street between Second Avenue & Lexington Avenue
Cinco de Mayo Parade Sunday, May 4th, 2008 @Central Park West between 110th & 72nd Streets Parade begins at 1PM
Cinco de Mayo Festival --Sunday, May 04, 2008, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Queens Live entertainment, music, game, food and fun for the entire family abound at this annual favorite. Flushing Meadows Corona Park
NECTAR WINE BAR OPENS Finally! Located next door to Harlem Vintage, Nectar offers a contemporary, but welcoming, atmosphere for sipping wines by the taste, glass, or bottle. The menu includes great wines from around the world, as well as beer, sake, and an assortment of other cold and hot drinks. Hungry? Enjoy our cheese and charcuterie menu while relaxing with friends- and meeting new ones! Hours: Su (3-11) Tu-Th (5-12a) Fr (5-2a) Sa (3-2a) 2235 Frederick Douglass Blvd @ 121st 212.961.9622
Giant Step presents Louie Vega at the 7th Hudson party of the year! MAY 5th@ Hudson Hotel 356 West 58th Street Louie Vega is the Miles Davis of dance music. Like the impossible to categorize Davis, Vega is constantly reinventing himself; and revolutionizing the musical landscape in the process. During his nearly two-decade long career, Vega has crafted some of the most ground-breaking singles in dance music history ("The Nervous Track", "It's Alright, I Feel It" and "You Can Do It"), kick started genres like soulful house ("Beautiful People," "I Get Lifted"), and revitalized the careers of legends like Roy Ayers, George Benson and Tito Puente. RSVP www.giantstep.net/downloads/RSVP/Hudson7/
BROOKLYN FLEA takes place every Sunday from 10am to 5pm—rain or shine—at Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, on Lafayette Ave. between Clermont and Vanderbilt Ave. The Flea features 200 vendors of vintage furniture, clothing and antiques alongside new designs by local makers of everything from jewelry to textiles.
ARE YOU A LATINO FILMMAKER- HBO has teamed with THE NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL LATINO FILM FESTIVAL (NYILFF) to find the next hot Latino Filmmaker. The HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition is an opportunity for one talented filmmaker to receive $15,000 in funding to produce and direct on digital video (DV) an original short film narrative. The final film produced from the winning screenplay will be presented on screen this summer during the 2008 New York International Latino Film Festival. www.nylatinofilm.com/
JUST FOR KIDS
Baby Loves Disco-- MAY 10th-An afternoon dance party featuring real music spun and mixed by real DJs. Families can dance to disco tunes from the 70s & 80s in an atmosphere rife with bubble machines, and retire to a chill-out room (with tents, books and puzzles). Diaper changing stations, a full spread of healthy snacks, and dancing await. [212.645.5700; www.babylovesdisco.com] Ages: 0-7
Butterfly Conservatory -AMNH's wonderful Butterfly exhibit features up to 500 live, free-flying tropical beauties from Central, South, and North America. Wear layers - it gets hot in there! In the Hall of Oceanic Birds. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. [212.769.5200; www.amnh.org] Magic in Ancient Egypt- How the Egyptians, known throughout the ancient world for their expertise in magic, addressed the unknown forces of the universe is explored in an exhibition of twenty objects from the Brooklyn Museum's world-famous collection. [718.638.5000; www.brooklynmuseum.org] Ages: 8 and up Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival –May 10th 12n-6p- FREE
The Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival -MAy 10th 12n-6p- features a special children's program with activities such as origami (Japanese paper folding), folk tales, puppet shows, and judo workshops. A mini-film fest, martial arts demonstrations, traditional and contemporary musicians and dancers, arts & crafts tables, fortune tellers, Mehndi tattoo artists, food stands, and hundreds of information booths are also in store. [212.989.3610; http://www.capaonline.org
Mamitas Day: A Family Celebration- May 10th 12n-5p-Free -Ballet Hispanico celebrates Mother's Day with an open house for all ages. Festivities include arts and crafts activities throughout the afternoon, a "Pasitos" workshop for toddlers (1:30pm–2:15pm), a performace by the Ballet Hispanico School Ensemble (1:35pm–1:50pm), Latin dance class for adults (2pm–2:30pm), and Dance with Me classes for moms and little ones (3pm-5pm, every half hour). [212.362.6710
ON/OFF BROADWAY SHOW DISCOUNTS
African-American, Hispanic, Asian Themed Shows on Broadway!
JUMP @Union Square Theater- the kind of action you'd see in Jackie Chan and Matrix movies," only live on stage, without the use of wires and special effects. JUMP is set in a traditional Korean home, its inhabitants are anything but. The entire family – the strict grandfather, the no-nonsense mother, the drunken uncle, the daughter and her suitor – love nothing more than to challenge each other in martial arts and acrobatic displays. Their skills are put to good use when burglars break into their home. www.jumpnewyorkcity.com/about - Special Discount offer $35 for weeknight performances (including Sunday nights) $40 for weekend performances. Visit Ticketmaster.com and enter code BBOX
ONE OF A KIND -May 2-May 11@ New Victory theatre -How far would you travel to find your way home? One of a Kind, is the compelling, true story of ten-year-old AndArgay and his family’s 400-mile journey to freedom. From Ethiopia to a Sudanese refugee camp, then, at last, to Israel, they - along with thousands of other Ethiopian Jews - became the first black Jewish settlers in Israel. Incorporating soulful songs, festive dance and charming animation, One of a Kind is a play about hope, identity, and the meaning of home. Buy your tickets: secure.newvictory.org/newvictory/tickets/production.aspx?PID=275 Over the phone by calling 646-223-3010 At the box office at The New Victory Theater, 209 West 42nd Street. Use discount code OKWI463 and see One of a Kind for as little as $10. Discount information: All discounts are for 20% off and available for any performance, with purchase at any time during run. Valid for phone, walk-up and web. newvictory.org/show.m?showID=1028564
THURGOOD Starring Laurence Fishbourne @ Booth Theatre 222 West 45th Street (Between Broadway and 8th Avenue)Tony Award winner and Academy Award nominee Laurence Fishburne brings one of America’s greatest heroes to life in George Stevens, Jr.'s powerful new play. Fishburne's performances have been deemed "brilliant," "riveting" and "electrifying" by The New York Times. Now he portrays Thurgood Marshall, the grandson of a slave who became our first African-American Supreme Court Justice. Thurgood is his remarkable story, a triumph of courage - not just for the man, but for the nation he bravely challenged and proudly served SPECIAL $50* OFFER Available for performances April 12 thru June 1 only ONLINE visit www.broadwayoffers.com and enter code THWCEB8. Or PHONE. Call 212-947-8844 and mention code THWCEB8
PASSING STRANGE – Highly recommended by Spike Lee..” The creation of a visionary artist named Stew, a phenomenal singer-songwriter from South Central LA by way of Amsterdam and Berlin, it’s the story of a young black man on a journey of self-discovery. www.passingstrangeonbroadway.com/ Special discount offer NOW THROUGH June 15, $48 ORCH/MEZZ Wed. at 2 $59.50 ORCH & $48 MEZZ Tues. at 7; Wed. and Thurs. at 8; Sat. at 2; Sun. at 3 $68.50 ORCH & $58 MEZZ Fri. and Sat. at 8 Balcony seats only $30 Fri. & Sat. at 8, $21.50 every other performance! CODE: PSBBX43 www.broadwayoffers.com/
CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Tennessee Williams award-winning play comes to Broadway once again and brings with it a stellar cast! Cat on a Hot Tin Roof begins previews on February 12, 2008 at the Broadhurst Theatre with an official opening of March 6, 2008. Portraying the wealthy but dysfunctional Southern family is Academy Award nominee Terrance Howard and Tony award winners Anika Noni Rose, Phylicia Rashad and James Earl Jones. The production is being directed by Emmy award winner Debbie Allen and is also the first African American production approved by the Williams estate for the Broadway stage. www.cat2008onbroadway.com/ special discounted offer $69.50, Reg. $86.50-$96.50, Save over 25 % www.broadwayoffers.com/ and enter code CATBBX2
IN THE HEIGHTS is your ticket into a world where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. www.intheheightsthemusical.com/ To get your specially priced tickets: visit Ticketmaster.com or call 212-307-4100, and use code TCHRG01. Performances thru June 1, 2008 Excluding Saturday Evenings Orchestra/Front Mezzanine:$71.50 + $1.50 Theatre Restoration Charge.Rear Mezzanine(A-E): $48.75 + $1.50 Theatre Restoration Charge www.broadwaybox.com Code ITH35
CITY AT PEACE-NEW YORK PROUDLY ANNOUNCESTHE PREMIERE PERFORMANCES OF ITS NEW ORIGINAL MUSICAL DREAM THIS Written and performed by a diverse group of 70 teenagers from the five boroughs of NYC on: Wednesday May 7th 2008, Thursday May 8th 2008, Friday May 9th 2008, Saturday May 10th 2008, at 7.30pm. Performances will take place at the: Teatro Heckscher of El Museo Del Barrio 1230 5th Avenue (at 104th Street) New York, NY 10029 For further information, please contact: Elin Morgan, Managing Director at 212-924-9204 or elin@cpnational.org. Check out our website cpnational.org/ny/
ARTS, MUSIC, DANCE, AND FILM
ALVIN AILEY II April 30 - May 8, 2008- The Joyce Theater, (212) 242-0800- Ailey II is an exceptional company that merges the spirit and energy of the country's best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today's most outstanding emerging choreographers. BE OUR GUEST FOR A FREE CLASS Bring your AILEY II TICKET STUB and a copy of this email to receive one FREE CLASS with THE AILEY EXTENSION* www.alvinailey.org/page.php?p=main&v=5&sec=ailey2
SCRATCH BOMB SPIT BREAK.- This exhibition is an ultra personal foray into the soul and psyche of the world-renown illustrator, graphic designer and painter, JOE BUCK. The venue for the festivities is none other than Harlem's trailblazing sneaker and apparel spot, Vault. Joe Buck is a product of Hollis, Queens, which was an early hotbed of Hip-Hop music. In the words of Joe Buck, this art series is comprised of "elements of my life mainly pertaining to Hip-Hop; the music, the art, the words, and the dance." That spirit is very much in evidence in pieces such as KRS-ONE, HIP POP KILLS and JIMI HENDRIX. There will be drinks and vibes and stuff Saturday May 3, 2008 5p-9p VAULT:2498 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD. (133RD-134TH STREETS
Lunar Stages- 2008 Sunset Cinema Series: Chinatown, Summer of Love @Columbus Park Pavilion Grounds, 67 Mulberry Street, Manhattan 7pm – 8pm: Cultural & Family Activities Sunset: Movie Screening, Free Admission (Limited Capacity Available), Bring a blanket/mat with you! Movie Lineup:5.31 - Nana (Japan, 2005), 6.07 - Hooked on You (Hong Kong, 2007), 6.14 - Train Man (Japan, 2005), 6.21 - Falling for Grace (USA, 2007),6.28 - Love on a Diet (Hong Kong, 2001), Note: All films are shown in their native language with English subtitles, except Falling for Grace. For more information, please visit www.aaari.info/2008sunsetchinatown.htm
JAZZ SCORE AT THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART- APRIL 17–SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 COMPRISING A FILM RETROSPECTIVE, A GALLERY INSTALLATION, LIVE CONCERTS, AND A PANEL DISCUSSION, JAZZ SCORE CELEBRATES SOME OF THE BEST ORIGINAL JAZZ COMPOSED FOR THE CINEMA FROM THE 1950S TO THE PRESENT. THE FILM RETROSPECTIVE OPENS ON APRIL 17 WITH A WEEKLONG THEATRICAL RUN OF ARTHUR PENN'S MICKEY ONE, AND CONTINUES WITH FICTION FEATURES, EXPERIMENTAL AND ANIMATED SHORTS, AND DOCUMENTARIES FROM COUNTRIES AS FAR RANGING AS FRANCE, BRAZIL, JAPAN, SOUTH AFRICA,AND THE U.S. WWW.MOMA.ORG/EXHIBITIONS/EXHIBITIONS.PHP?ID=8159&REF=CALENDAR
JAMES BROWN MEMORABILIA EXHIBITION The Museum of African American Cinema Over 400 items displayed including historic treasures such as James Brown’s Gold Records, posters, photos, autographs, legal documents, 8-tracks, clothes, concert footage, and much more! When: Thursday, May 1, 2008, 6pm until 9:30pm; Friday, May 2, 2008, 1:00pm until 9:30pm; Monday, May 5, 2008, 5:00pm-9:30pm Sunday, May 11, 2008. 2pm-7pm, ACP, Jr. State Office Bldg. Art Gallery (2nd Fl.), 163 West 125th Street, Harlem, NY 10027, Visit www.MoAAC.org or 212-749-5298 for more info. Cost: Free Admission, but photo I.D. required to enter.
RED SILK DANCERS Experience the joyous and colorful tradition of Chinese dance. Directed by Margaret Yuen, the 15 dancers include professionals and local residents. Family Matinee followed by workshop where children learn Chinese ribbon dance. Saturday, 5.17.08 1st show: 3:00pm - Family Matinee and Workshop 2nd show: 7:00 pm - Full Concert Adults $15 / Students $10 / Children 12 and under: Free The Performance Project at University Settlement 184 Eldridge Street 212.453.4532 - Email: project.audience@gmail.com
GROUP ACTIVITIES
HORSEBACK RIDING IN THE NYC
Bronx - Pelham Bay Park Horseback riding enthusiasts can visit the Pelham Bit Stables.The Bridle path in Pelham Bay Park provides beautiful vistas of marshland and woods. To Reserve a Horse: Visit the Pelham Bit Stables/ Bronx Equestrian Center (9 Shore Road, Pelham Bay Park).Call the stables at (718) 885-0551 for more information. www.bronxequestriancenter.com/
Bronx - Van Cortlandt Park- Riverdale Equestrian Centre (Broadway and West 254th Street, Riverdale. To Reserve a Horse: Call (718) 548-4848 for further details. Lessons are offered year-round to riders of all ages and levels of ability. www.riverdaleriding.com/
Brooklyn- Prospect Park - Kensington Stables Prospect Park's 3.5 mile-long bridle path winds through scenic woodlands, meadows, and a ravine. To Reserve a Horse: Horses are available for rental from Kensington Stables (51 Caton Place at East 8th) daily from 10:00 AM to sunset (718) 972-4588 for reservations. www.kensingtonstables.com/
Queens -Forest Park Forest Park's four-mile equestrian path meanders through 165 acres of oak forest. To Reserve a Horse: Horses can be rented from the following www.forestequinecenter.com/
Staten Island- Seguine Equestrian Center Staten Island offers a wide variety of riding terrain in New York City, from beaches to parks and city streets to wooded trails.To Ride: Visit the Seguine Equestrian Center at 440 Seguine Avenue, Staten Island. Call (718) 317-1121 for more information. www.seguineequestriancenter.com/index.html
SPEAKERS,SEMINARS, EDUCATIONAL, INFO
"RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL SPEAKER SERIES," ENTITLED "THE MINDS THAT MOVE THE WORLD," a timely and important series of events that will provide attendees with a unique framework for understanding America's current political landscape and place in world politics, through the insights of some of the most prominent political figures of our time. Featuring Bill Clinton, Al Gore, John Edwards, Rudy Giuliani, Arianna Huffington, James Carville, Tucker Carlson, with Moderators Tim Russert and Anderson Cooper April 21, May 2, May 28 and June 17, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall Tickets $30-$500 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
COLUMBIA BUSINESS SCHOOL EXECUTIVE EDUCATION IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE NEGOTIATIONS AND PERSUASION WORKSHOP: a brand new, 2-day program that combines these skills into one power-packed course. Knowing how to negotiate and persuade can be critically important to success. Led by Columbia Professor Bob Bontempo, creator of the popular programs Persuasion: Influencing Without Authority and Negotiation and Decision-Making Strategies, this unique workshop will give you the opportunity to practice skills that you can hone and apply immediately to real-world situations. This program is ideal for executives who have some experience, as it will provide an opportunity to fine tune and grow dramatically. It is also appropriate for those who are relatively new to these disciplines and have always wanted to improve these skills. Class size is limited, so we suggest registering as soon as possible. Negotiations and Persuasion Workshop takes place May 12-13, 2008, on the Columbia University campus. For more information and to apply online Our Learning Solutions Specialists are here to help should you have any questions. Please e-mail them at execed@columbia.edu or call (212) 854-3395. www0.gsb.columbia.edu/execed/open/programs/npw.cfm
BLACK MALE TEACHERS NEEDED- GO TO COLLEGE FOR FREE Do you know any Black males who are seniors in high school who want to go to college out of state for FREE? Several Black Colleges are looking for future black male teachers and will send them to universities/colleges for 4 years FREE. The 'Call Me MISTER' program is an effort to address the critical shortage of African American male teachers particularly among South Carolina 's lowest performing public schools. Program participants are selected from among under-served, socio-economically disadvantaged and educationally at-risk communities. The program is a collaboration between Clemson University and four historically black colleges in South Carolina : Benedict College, Claflin University, Morris College and South Carolina State University. The project provides: Tuition for admitted students pursuing approved programs of study at participating colleges. An academic support system to help assure their success. A cohort system for social and cultural support. Visit : www.callmemister.Clemson.edu/index.htm for more details and the online application or call (800) 640-2657
EVENTS AT THE SCHOMBURG
Understanding Black Liberation Theology: A 40-Year Retrospective -Monday, May 12, 2008-6:30 PM Black Liberation Theology is a product of the black power movement of the 1960s. It provides the moral, ethical, and social foundations of black churches that share a social justice mission and traces its roots back to the original theology of Jesus Christ. This forum presents a comprehensive survey of the origins, nature, character, and practice of Black Liberation Theology. This conversation is moderated by Rev. Dr. M. William Howard, Jr., Pastor of Bethany Baptist Church, and features guest speakers Dr. James H. Cone, the Charles A. Briggs Distinguished Professor, Union Theological Seminary; Dr. Dwight N. Hopkins, Professor of Theology, The University of Chicago Divinity School; Dr. Obery Hendricks, Professor of Biblical Interpretation, New York Theological Seminary; Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III, Pastor, Abyssinian Baptist Church; and Rev. Dr. James A. Forbes, Jr., Senior Minister Emeritus of The Riverside Church, and other guests. Tickets: $10. For ticket charge, call The Schomburg Shop at (212) 491-2206. For webcast information, visit schomburgcenter.org/blacktheology.
Black Latino Lineages and Linkages: Historical Ties That Bind Saturday, May 17, 2008 1:00 PM The afrolatin@ forum presents a public conversation on the historical and cultural connections between African American and Caribbean communities with particular attention to the Afro-Latino/a experience in New York City.Free
The Malcolm X Museum Presents: The Ballot or the Bullet Revisited Monday, May 19, 2008 6:00 PM- The Malcolm X Museum commemorates the 83rd birthday of Malcolm X/El Hajj Malik Shabazz with a panel discussion on the historic links between Malcolm X’s analysis of U.S. electoral politics and the rise of black political candidates. For more information, contact The Malcolm X Museum at 212-340-9502. Free
NEED COOL PEOPLE LIKE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 10th ANNIVERSARY OF CAREER DAY at CIS 303 Wednesday May 14th, 2008. CIS 303 is located in the Morris Heights area of the West Bronx. The students are primarily Latino and African-American age 11-14. Despite the difficulties of growing up in an underserved urban neighborhood, our kids are enthusiastic about their education and the possibilities that await them in their futures. We have found that one way to keep them excited about learning is to meet professionals like you who were once kids, but are now successful adults. CIS 303, 1700 Macombs Rd. 5th floor, Bronx 10453, 10:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. If interested in volunteering Contact: Monica Brady, 718-583-5466 or email monica.brady@cis303.org Kristin’s Comment: I did it. It’s definitely a fun event. This is a great opportunity to give back to youth. You’ll be amazed at how insightful their questions are. You might influence a young person to take a path that they might not have ever considered.
HEALTH
FIGHT BREAST CANCER THE SISTER STUDY If one of those women is your sister, there is something you can do to help. You can join the Sister Study today! Seeing your sister fight breast cancer can give you a sense of helplessness. But joining the Sister Study is a powerful way to make a difference. The Sister Study wants to find the causes of breast cancer so that future generations, including our daughters, granddaughters and nieces don't have to experience the disease. Sign up for the Sister Study if you are: African Americans, Latinas, Asians and Pacific Islanders, and Native Americans between ages 35-74. Or Caucasian women between the ages of 65-74 or with a high school degree or less. a woman between the ages of 35 and 74 years old and you have never had breast cancer yourself and your sister (living or deceased), related to you by blood, had breast cancer and you live in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. www.sisterstudy.org/English/index1.htm JOINING THE SISTER STUDY IS EASY, SAFE AND PRIVATE. NO MEDICINE. NO DOCTOR VISITS. NO LIFESTYLE CHANGES. NO INSURANCE REPORTING.
REAL ESTATE- HPD
Opportunities at all income levels
Delany Lofts - www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/delany-lofts.pdf
Wateredge Condos - www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Briarwood.pdf
Habitat Home - www.habitatnyc.org/pdf/housing/ozone_park.pdf
Atlantic Ave residence - www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Atlantic-Avenue-Advertisement.pdf Skillman Condos- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/SKillman-Street-Homes.pdf
Brooklyn Houses- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Saratoga-St-Marks.pdf
Restored home Staten Island - www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/restored-homes.pdf
Restored homes Bronx- www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/restored-homes.pdf
BEST EMAIL CHAIN LETTER
FAMILY WATCH DOG www.FamilyWatchDog.us -- Our goal at Family Watchdog is to provide you with the information you need to protect your loved ones. Our service allows you to view known registered offenders and predators in your area. Knowing who these people are and what they've done provides you with your best defense to protect your family - awareness. We invite you to use our free service to locate registered sex offenders in your area. Just enter an address and we'll show a map. You can click on the squares that appear and see photos (where available) addresses, convictions and other information about the offender The best thing is that you can show your children these pictures and see how close these people live to your home or school. This site was developed by John Walsh from Americas Most Wanted.
Volume 18 - April 20 - May 9
JUST IN 4/26/08
COOL PICKS HIP HOP CULTURE CENTER IN HARLEM PRESENTS 2ND ANNUAL RAPATHON Saturday, May 3, beginning at 9 pm. Record-Breaking 25-Hour Event to Be Preceded by Block Party featuring New York’s Largest Electric Slide Demonstration to Aid Impoverished Haitians The event will be hosted by WQHT (Hot 97) New York DJ Ralph McDaniels, aka Uncle Ralph, can participate in the electric slide demonstration by donating one can of food. Harlem’s Soul Saving Station Church will deliver the donations to Mahotiere Boys Orphanage, located in Carrefour, one of Haiti’s poorest districts, just outside of downtown Port-au-Prince. To attend the Rapathon, whose participants were pre-selected from a series of auditions, a $25 donation is suggested Questions:contact Natassia Seward at 212-234-7171or hiphopculturectr@aol.com
STREET GAMES 2008 -Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Jackie Robinson Park Bradhurst & Edgecombe Avenues, West 145 to West 155 Streets Manhattan FREE EVENT- Kids, teens, and parents, take advantage of this chance to learn and play “old school” games like: Stick Ball, Stoop Ball, Box Ball, Skully, Hopscotch, Jacks, Double-Dutch, Red Light, Green Light For the more serious gamers, Street Games will feature live demonstrations from professional organizations such as the New York Emperor’s Stickball League. And Street Games is much more than just the games! It will also feature musical performances by some of our favorite bands and artists from the 60s and 70s (to recreate the timeless grooves) and a DJ scratch contest for a current take on those same classics
BUSINESS / FOCUS GROUP
This fall, ESSENCE will launch our first Young Women’s Leadership Conference that will provide our college-aged readers with practical, creative and innovative information and strategies that will allow them to take charge of their lives. We are looking for young, African-American women (ages 18-24 years old) who are currently enrolled in college or who have graduated within the past two years to participate in a focus group that will assist us in shaping the event. Participants must live in the New York metro area and be available from 5:30pm – 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 8th. Participants will receive a gift in appreciation for their time. Please email the names, ages and contact information for those that are interested by April 29th. swynne@essence.com
CALLING SPORTS FANS SHOW TICKETS BOB COSTAS HOSTS TOWN HALL SHOW ON SPORTS AND THE MEDIA LIVE ON HBO TUESDAY APRIL 29th at the Equitable Center Theater (7th Ave. at 51st Street) On April 29th, live on HBOCostas NOW will bring together the biggest names and most important figures in sports media for a town hall style show on the changing landscape of how we read about, how we hear about, and how we watch sports. Confirmed guests...Joe Buck from Fox Sports; former football players, Cris Carter and Keyshawn Johnson; Will Leitch, editor, Deadspin.com; John McEnroe, broadcaster and Tennis Great; Dan Patrick, former ESPN anchor now with Sports Illustrated; WFAN s Christopher Russo and NY GIANTS Michael Strahan with more to come. To attend this exclusive LIVE COSTAS NOW show on TUESDAY, APRIL 29th YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE BETWEEN 8:30PM and 11:30PM. It will be shown live on HBO simultaneously with repeat broadcasts at later dates. RSVP quickly as there are limited tickets for this event. YOU MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER TO ATTEND THE SHOW AND YOU MUST LIVE IN THE NEW YORK CITY AREA TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR TICKETS OR BE IN NYC DURING THE TAPING WEEK. TICKETS ARE COMPLIMENTARY. If you are interested in being part of this historic LIVE COSTAS NOW SHOW, please email us at costasnow@broadwayvideo.com with the following information in both the subject line and body of your email: 1.Costas NOW/Your full name 2. Your email address 3. Your phone number(s) 4. Your age range (35-40, 18-25, 50-55 etc.) 5. 2 tickets is the maximum number we can allow per request.6. Do you consider yourself a big sports fan -- which sports (you can put this in the body of the email) If you know of a group (over 10 tickets) interested in attending the show put "GROUP" in the Subject line of your email and we will respond quickly. Want to ask a question of our live guests on the show? Submit your question on one of five sports media topics along with your ticket request in the body of your email: 1. The Internet and blogging 2. Sports talk radio 3. Sports TV 4. Athletes and reporters--an uneasy marriage > 5. Sports media--how does race affect coverage? (A producer might contact you in advance about your question. Thanks) We will contact you via email with a detailed ticket confirmation if there are tickets available. You should hear from us within a few days of your request but at latest by SATURDAY April 26th 2008. PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL US DUPLICATE REQUESTS, THIS IS CONFUSING FOR US AND WON'T HELP YOU GET TICKETS.
ART MUSIC DANCE
Be the first to see MAKANDAL, A NEW CONTEMPORARY OPERA, during a special reading by Ten Acclaimed Actors set to music and visual design before the schedule premiere in 2009. Makandal explores themes of escape, freedom and homeland as it intertwines the struggles of refugees from Haiti, Cuba and the Dominican Republic with the journey of Haiti’s legendary folk hero Makandal. Harlem Stage Gatehouse General Tickets: $10 harlemstage.org/SEASON/index.php?id=1
REAL ESTATE
HARLEM OPEN HOUSE TOUR www.experienceharlem.com/harlemrealestateguide.pdf
HEALTH
FIGHT BREAST CANCER THE SISTER STUDY If one of those women is your sister, there is something you can do to help. You can join the Sister Study today! Seeing your sister fight breast cancer can give you a sense of helplessness. But joining the Sister Study is a powerful way to make a difference. The Sister Study wants to find the causes of breast cancer so that future generations, including our daughters, granddaughters and nieces don't have to experience the disease. Sign up for the Sister Study if you are: African Americans, Latinas, Asians and Pacific Islanders, and Native Americans between ages 35-74. Or Caucasian women between the ages of 65-74 or with a high school degree or less. a woman between the ages of 35 and 74 years old and you have never had breast cancer yourself and your sister (living or deceased), related to you by blood, had breast cancer and you live in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. www.sisterstudy.org/English/index1.htm JOINING THE SISTER STUDY IS EASY, SAFE AND PRIVATE. NO MEDICINE. NO DOCTOR VISITS. NO LIFESTYLE CHANGES. NO INSURANCE REPORTING.
COOL PICKS
CELEBRATE EARTH WEEK IN BROOKLYN- Celebrate Earth Week at the Brooklyn Prospect Park Audubon Center! This year’s Earth Week will have a different theme each day, with programming for environmentalists of all ages. April 21 - 27 at the Audubon Center Learn how to do your part through lectures, tours, activities, film screenings, workshops, recyclable crafts, and a daily exhibit. See the schedule below for a full list of what’s going on earthweek prospectpark
ARE YOU A LATINO FILMMAKER- HBO has teamed with THE NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL LATINO FILM FESTIVAL (NYILFF) to find the next hot Latino Filmmaker. The HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition is an opportunity for one talented filmmaker to receive $15,000 in funding to produce and direct on digital video (DV) an original short film narrative. The final film produced from the winning screenplay will be presented on screen this summer during the 2008 New York International Latino Film Festival. www.nylatinofilm.com/
MANHATTAN CUBAN DAY PARADE - May 4, 2008 12n-4p, 6th Avenue from 44th Street to Central Park 2008 New York's Cuban population stage a lively carnival-style parade. Over half a million people line the streets to cheer on the lucky Parade Queen and her court. Salsa your way through the streets as the parade travels down Avenue of the Americas and finishes at the statue of José Martí, the apostle of Cuban Independence, in Central Park South. The parade forms the vanguard of the Cuban Independence Day celebrations, which take place on 20 May
WASHINGTON POST STARTS AN ONLINE MAGAZINE FOR BLACKS theroot.com/ The Root is a daily online magazine that provides thought-provoking commentary on today's news from a variety of black perspectives. The site also hosts an interactive genealogical section to trace one's ancestry through AfricanDNA.com, a DNA testing site co-founded by Henry Louis Gates, Jr., who is also The Root's Editor-In-Chief. The Root aims to be an unprecedented departure from traditional American journalism, raising the profile of black voices in mainstream media and engaging anyone interested in black culture around the world
FUNKY FANNY’S wonderland of women's vintage clothing,shoes & accessories from the 50's-80's at Brooklyn Flea takes place every Sunday from 10am to 5pm—rain or shine—at Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, on Lafayette Ave. between Clermont and Vanderbilt Ave. The Flea features 200 vendors of vintage furniture, clothing and antiques alongside new designs by local makers of everything from jewelry to textiles. www.brownstoner.com/brooklynflea/
MONGOMEY & MELBA LOVES HARLEM featuring LEONARD DAVIS (the author of Black Americana) Join us for an evening filled with elegant and unique limited edition items that will enhance your soul and enrich your collection. Cocktails 5-10pm sponsored and catered by Melba's Resturant Harlem, NY, Thursday, May 8, 2008 (5:00 PM to 10:00 PM) at Montgomery Boutique 2312 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd., New York, NY 212.690.2166 ammontgomery@gmail.com www.myspace.com/iammontgomery
NEED COOL PEOPLE LIKE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 10th ANNIVERSARY OF CAREER DAY at CIS 303 Wednesday May 14th, 2008. CIS 303 is located in the Morris Heights area of the West Bronx. The students are primarily Latino and African-American age 11-14. Despite the difficulties of growing up in an underserved urban neighborhood, our kids are enthusiastic about their education and the possibilities that await them in their futures. We have found that one way to keep them excited about learning is to meet professionals like you who were once kids, but are now successful adults. CIS 303, 1700 Macombs Rd. 5th floor, Bronx 10453, 10:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. If interested in volunteering Contact: Monica Brady, 718-583-5466 or email monica.brady@cis303.org Kristin’s Comment: I did it. It’s definitely a fun event. This is a great opportunity to give back to youth. You’ll be amazed at how insightful their questions are. You might influence a young person to take a path that they might not have ever considered.
CITY AT PEACE-NEW YORK PROUDLY ANNOUNCESTHE PREMIERE PERFORMANCES OF ITS NEW ORIGINAL MUSICAL DREAM THIS Written and performed by a diverse group of 70 teenagers from the five boroughs of NYC on: Wednesday May 7th 2008, Thursday May 8th 2008, Friday May 9th 2008, Saturday May 10th 2008, at 7.30pm. Performances will take place at the: Teatro Heckscher of El Museo Del Barrio 1230 5th Avenue (at 104th Street) New York, NY 10029 For further information, please contact: Elin Morgan, Managing Director at 212-924-9204 or elin@cpnational.org. Check out our website cpnational.org/ny/
GROUP ACTIVITIES - BOWLING
WHO GOT GAME, WHO HAS SKILLS, ARE YOU A GUTTER-MAN or STRIKER? Check out these Bowling alleys. Don’t forget to check the website some offer discounts on games
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CONCERTS
Kristin’s Ticket Tips: Often time Tickets for sold out shows become available the “Day of” and “Day Before” the concerts as any un-used tickets are return to the box office by radio stations, promoters, the artist themselves. Usually these tickets are for orchestra seating. (Got the inside scoop chatting it up with a ticketmaster rep. Already used this method to get tickets for Beyonce, Prince, Christina Aguilara, and LL Cool J Sold Out Concerts)
SUPER CAT, BUJU BANTON and BARRINGTON LEVY Mother's Day Concerts at the WaMu Theater at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, May 10 at 8PM starring icons SUPER CAT, BUJU BANTON and BARRINGTON LEVY joined by special surprise guests. Tiks $74.50-$150 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
CHRIS ROCK returns to the WaMu Theater at Madison Square Garden. Lauded by awards and critics alike, Rock is one of our generation's strongest comedic voices and was most recently honored with HBO's esteemed "Comedian Award, April 30-May 4 Tiks $49-$79.50 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
MARY J. BLIGE and JAY-Z are taking over New York City at Madison Square Garden in May. By overwhelming demand, 3rd show added at Madison Square Garden on Friday, May 2! May 6 & 7 Ticket $69-$199.05 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
ERYKAH BADU-May 09, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall The New Amerykah Tour With Special Guests The Roots Tik $55-$80.50 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
GEORGE CLINTON & PARLIAMENT FUNKADELIC, Stone Pony , Asbury Park, NJ, Thu, May 8, 2008 07:30 PM $33.50 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
LES NUBIANS, Blender Theater at Gramercy , New York, NY, Fri, May 9, 2008 09:00 PM
DIVAS WITH HEART, A MULTI-STAR EVENT FEATURING DIANA ROSS, PATTI LABELLE, CHAKA KHAN AND GLADYS KNIGHT. Hosted by Bernie Williams, the event will also feature a few very special guests As a benefit for the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory, On the Square Productions in association with 98.7 Kiss FM. May 4th $69-$504 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
SPEAKERS,SEMINARS, EDUCATIONAL, INFO
"RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL SPEAKER SERIES," ENTITLED "THE MINDS THAT MOVE THE WORLD," a timely and important series of events that will provide attendees with a unique framework for understanding America's current political landscape and place in world politics, through the insights of some of the most prominent political figures of our time. Featuring Bill Clinton, Al Gore, John Edwards, Rudy Giuliani, Arianna Huffington, James Carville, Tucker Carlson, with Moderators Tim Russert and Anderson Cooper April 21, May 2, May 28 and June 17, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall Tickets $30-$500 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
DEBORAH NORVILLE, ANCHOR, “INSIDE EDITION” AUTHOR,“THANK YOU POWER: MAKING THE SCIENCE OF GRATITUDE WORK FOR YOU” Tuesday, April 22, 2008 8:15 AM-9:30 AM Location: 555 West 57th Street (between 10th and 11th) Don’t miss this unique opportunity! IRTS Roundtables are hour-long, off-the-record question-and-answer sessions. Advance reservations are required. Send in this reservation form, questions?TEL: 212-867-6650, x305 jim.cronin@irts.org www.irts.org please:http://www.irts.org/events/rs/doc/Roundtable%20Reservation%20Form-Norville,%20Deborah%20(inside%20edition).doc
NEW YORK BILINGUAL PROFESSIONAL CAREER FAIR AT THE METROPOLITAN PAVILION FROM 10 AM TO 3 PM. APRIL 24 2008 DO YOU SPEAK ENGLISH AND SPANISH OR PORTUGUESE? WITH OVER 30 EMPLOYERS AND EXHIBITORS SCHEDULED TO ATTEND, YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO INTERVIEW WITH TOP COMPANIES SEEKING DIVERSITY AND BILINGUAL CANDIDATES FOR HUNDREDS OF PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS email: JOBFAIRS@NSHP.ORG OR WWW.NSHP.ORG/JOBFAIR/EVENT/3759
THE UNCOVERING BLACK LOVE DISCUSSION GROUP – MONDAY NIGHTS 5P meets again tonight at Sepia Lounge. Monday Night. The weekly meet-ups will be held during Happy Hour at Sepia Lounge located at 108 East 126th Street between Park & Lexington. We will begin to meet at 5pm with the panel discussion and group discussion to begin at 6:30pm. Admission is free and there are happy hour specials on drinks and food that are delicious. This time is used to meet dynamic black men and women so that we can begin the process of learning how to love and respect each other and build stronger families and communities by uncovering Black Love!
RICH DAD POOR DAD SEMINAR LEARN TO BE RICH™ TRAINING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: • WHY YOU ARE NEVER TOO OLD OR TOO YOUNG TO BEGIN YOUR OWN JOURNEY TO FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE • HOW TO OVERCOME YOUR FEARS • HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR FINANCIAL RESULTS "MIND YOUR BUSINESS" INTO WEALTH & FREEDOM THIS 2-HOUR TRAINING PUTS THE LESSONS OF RICH DAD POOR DAD INTO ACTION TO GIVE YOU THE COURAGE TO SUCCEED AND THE KNOW-HOW TO ACHIEVE RESULTS.THESE ARE THE SAME WEALTH-BUILDING PRINCIPLES THAT HAVE ATTRACTED 26 MILLION DEVOTED READERS AND HAVE KEPT RICH DAD POOR DAD ON BESTSELLER LISTS FOR 6+ YEARS AND COUNTING! THE RICH DON'T WORK FOR THEIR MONEY, THEY MAKE THEIR MONEY WORK FOR THEM. YOU CAN TOO. RESERVE YOUR PLACE AT THE TRAINING BY CALLING 1-800-988-6640 FREE APRIL 24, 25, 26 OR 27 THURSDAY • 12:30 PM OR 6:00 PM AND FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY • 10:30 AM OR 3:30 PM
COLUMBIA BUSINESS SCHOOL EXECUTIVE EDUCATION IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE NEGOTIATIONS AND PERSUASION WORKSHOP: a brand new, 2-day program that combines these skills into one power-packed course. Knowing how to negotiate and persuade can be critically important to success. Led by Columbia Professor Bob Bontempo, creator of the popular programs Persuasion: Influencing Without Authority and Negotiation and Decision-Making Strategies, this unique workshop will give you the opportunity to practice skills that you can hone and apply immediately to real-world situations. This program is ideal for executives who have some experience, as it will provide an opportunity to fine tune and grow dramatically. It is also appropriate for those who are relatively new to these disciplines and have always wanted to improve these skills. Class size is limited, so we suggest registering as soon as possible. Negotiations and Persuasion Workshop takes place May 12-13, 2008, on the Columbia University campus. For more information and to apply online Our Learning Solutions Specialists are here to help should you have any questions. Please e-mail them at execed@columbia.edu or call (212) 854-3395. www0.gsb.columbia.edu/execed/open/programs/npw.cfm
BLACK MALE TEACHERS NEEDED- GO TO COLLEGE FOR FREE Do you know any Black males who are seniors in high school who want to go to college out of state for FREE? Several Black Colleges are looking for future black male teachers and will send them to universities/colleges for 4 years FREE. The 'Call Me MISTER' program is an effort to address the critical shortage of African American male teachers particularly among South Carolina 's lowest performing public schools. Program participants are selected from among under-served, socio-economically disadvantaged and educationally at-risk communities. The program is a collaboration between Clemson University and four historically black colleges in South Carolina : Benedict College, Claflin University, Morris College and South Carolina State University. The project provides: Tuition for admitted students pursuing approved programs of study at participating colleges. An academic support system to help assure their success. A cohort system for social and cultural support. Visit : www.callmemister.Clemson.edu/index.htm for more details and the online application or call (800) 640-2657
TIME WARNER MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION DISCOUNTS
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ARTS, MUSIC, DANCE, AND FILM
JAZZ SCORE AT THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART- APRIL 17–SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 COMPRISING A FILM RETROSPECTIVE, A GALLERY INSTALLATION, LIVE CONCERTS, AND A PANEL DISCUSSION, JAZZ SCORE CELEBRATES SOME OF THE BEST ORIGINAL JAZZ COMPOSED FOR THE CINEMA FROM THE 1950S TO THE PRESENT. THE FILM RETROSPECTIVE OPENS ON APRIL 17 WITH A WEEKLONG THEATRICAL RUN OF ARTHUR PENN'S MICKEY ONE, AND CONTINUES WITH FICTION FEATURES, EXPERIMENTAL AND ANIMATED SHORTS, AND DOCUMENTARIES FROM COUNTRIES AS FAR RANGING AS FRANCE, BRAZIL, JAPAN, SOUTH AFRICA,AND THE U.S. WWW.MOMA.ORG/EXHIBITIONS/EXHIBITIONS.PHP?ID=8159&REF=CALENDAR
APOLLO SALON SERIES The Salon Series is an innovative series featuring new works by emerging and established artists. Vocalists Somi and Chanda Rule explore the concept of a contemporary African Diaspora through a multimedia performance piece, tracing the tensions between conventional African-American culture and other communities of African descent in the West. Listening to Roots uses song, spoken word, movement, and photography to investigate cultural differences which are simultaneously a source of conflict and strength Performance dates: Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26, 2008 – 7:30pmTicket Prices: $15.00 www.apollotheater.org/box_office.html
THE APOLLO PERFORMING ARTS SERIES was created to reinforce the Theater’s renewed commitment to the performing arts, nurturing the most important artistic visions as well as delivering the best in music, dance, theater and multimedia throughout the year. Free Abraham Inc. events leading up to the big Show! www.apollotheater.org/box_office.html
THE COLLABORATIVE SPIRIT: THE SOUL MUSIC OF ABRAHAM, INC.- The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. and the Jewish Cultural Center present a conversation with Klezmer Clarinetist, David Krakauer; Funk Trombonist, Fred Wesley; and Hip Hop beat architect, So called on their collaborative work, Abraham Inc. Hear what inspired these renegade musicians to unite from their respective musical backgrounds and what they hope to symbolize and accomplish. Hosted by WNYC’s Leonard Lopate and followed by audience Q&A’s. When: Thursday, May 1, 2008 – 7:30pm Where: JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue at 76th Street, New York, NY 10023 646-505-5708 Cost: Free and open to the public (Limited seating)
REMEMBERING JAMES BROWN - The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. and the Museum of African American Cinema Celebrate James Brown’s birthday one day early with 90 minutes of rare and historic film footage from numerous sources that feature live performances of the late, great "Godfather of Soul" along with bandmembers Fred Wesley, Maceo Parker, Bootsy Collins and others. When: Friday, May 2, 2008 – 7pm, Apollo Theater Soundstage, 253 West 125th Street, Harlem, New York 10027 212-531-5305, Cost: Free and open to the public A
JAMES BROWN MEMORABILIA EXHIBITION The Museum of African American Cinema Over 400 items displayed including historic treasures such as James Brown’s Gold Records, posters, photos, autographs, legal documents, 8-tracks, clothes, concert footage, and much more! When: Thursday, May 1, 2008, 6pm until 9:30pm; Friday, May 2, 2008, 1:00pm until 9:30pm; Monday, May 5, 2008, 5:00pm-9:30pm Sunday, May 11, 2008. 2pm-7pm, ACP, Jr. State Office Bldg. Art Gallery (2nd Fl.), 163 West 125th Street, Harlem, NY 10027, Visit www.MoAAC.org or 212-749-5298 for more info. Cost: Free Admission, but photo I.D. required to enter.
TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL- APRIL 23RD - MAY 4TH, 2008 The Festival’s mission focuses on assisting filmmakers to reach the broadest possible audience, enabling the international film community and general public to experience the power of cinema and promoting New York City as a major filmmaking center. Since its founding, the Festival has attracted over two million attendees from the US and abroad and has generated more than $425 million in economic activity for New York City. www.tribecafilmfestival.org/filmguide/ www.tribecafilmfestival.org/
ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER AT BAM In an unprecedented and highly anticipated collaboration, The Joyce Theater will present Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at BAM with two exhilarating programs: Program A: “Classic Ailey” dedicated to choreography by Alvin Ailey, features the revival of Masekela Langage, as well as the incomparable Revelations, a galvanizing tour de force celebrating African American cultural heritage that ranks as one of modern dance’s most affecting works. June 3 & 6 at 7:30pm; June 8 at 3pm & 7:30pm Program B: “Best Of” showcases The Groove To Nobody’s Business by emerging choreographer Camille A. Brown, which was commissioned, in part, by The Joyce Theater. Urban, athletic and engaging, this explosive new work plants Ailey’s vision firmly in the 21st century, ensuring that AAADT’s future will be as rich as its past. June 4 & 5 at 7:30pm; June 7 at 2pm www.bam.org/events/08AILE/08AILE.aspx
DANCEAFRICA 2008 In honor of the 125th Anniversary of the Brooklyn Bridge, DanceAfrica's artistic director Chuck Davis names this year's festivities "Bridge to Cultural Rejuvenation & Enlightenment" and unites dance companies—from as far as The Gambia to our neighbors in Bed-Stuy—on the Opera House stage. BAM's DanceAfrica Festival is a Memorial Day Weekend tradition, packed with dance, music, art, and film events from Mother Africa and the Diaspora—plus the one-and-only DanceAfrica outdoor bazaar. www.bam.org/events/08AFRI/08AFRI.aspx
SUNDANCE INSTITUTE AT BAM For the third straight year, Sundance Institute has packed up its bags and is moving into BAM for eleven days to present 22 features and 36 short films from the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, lively music concerts, Q&As with the artists, art installations, and special events that bring the creative energy of the Institute's artists and programs to New York audiences. May 29—June 8 www.bam.org/sundance/index_final.aspx
SWEET MAMA STRINGBEAN BY BETH TURNER "Sweet Mama Stringbean" is based on the life of Ethel Waters, the legendary star of stage, film and television. Aging and severely overweight, Ethel Waters is faced with a waning career and the prospect of an impoverished old age when a dream of a childhood spiritual awakening opens her to a new future with the Billy Graham Crusade. April 3 – April27 2008 At Henry Street Settelment’s Abrons Arts Center / Recital Hall 499 Grand St.NYC 100023 (bet Pit & Willet St’s) . General Admission $20 Credit Card Orders: 212-279-4200 or TICKETCENTRAL.ORG For Information: 212-353-1176 WWW.NEWFEDERALTHEATRE.ORG
THE JEWELRY OF EMMA GONZALEZ The Poetry of Lydia Cortes May 2nd ; 6:00 p.m. Straight Out of Harlem 704 St. Nicholas Avenue,Harlem, NY 10031 PLEASE RSVP by Tel: 1-212-234-5944 or Email:info@straigthoutofharlem.com www.straightoutofharlem.com
SUMMER JOBS
SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM (SYEP) Applications Available Looking for a cool summer job? Applications for the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) are now available. SYEP is a paid, seven-week program open to all New York City residents between the ages of 14 and 21. Participants not only work at interesting jobs located throughout the five boroughs, they also learn about money management, career exploration and post-secondary education options. (Deadline is May 15, 2008). For applications click on: application.nycsyep.com/ Download a list of SYEP Providers (in PDF) www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/downloads/pdf/syep_2008_authorized_providers.pdf
REAL ESTATE HPD
For Rent
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For Sale
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BEST EMAIL CHAIN LETTER
ONLY THOSE THAT GREW UP IN NY CAN UNDERSTAND THE MEANING OF THIS:
COOL PICKS HIP HOP CULTURE CENTER IN HARLEM PRESENTS 2ND ANNUAL RAPATHON Saturday, May 3, beginning at 9 pm. Record-Breaking 25-Hour Event to Be Preceded by Block Party featuring New York’s Largest Electric Slide Demonstration to Aid Impoverished Haitians The event will be hosted by WQHT (Hot 97) New York DJ Ralph McDaniels, aka Uncle Ralph, can participate in the electric slide demonstration by donating one can of food. Harlem’s Soul Saving Station Church will deliver the donations to Mahotiere Boys Orphanage, located in Carrefour, one of Haiti’s poorest districts, just outside of downtown Port-au-Prince. To attend the Rapathon, whose participants were pre-selected from a series of auditions, a $25 donation is suggested Questions:contact Natassia Seward at 212-234-7171or hiphopculturectr@aol.com
STREET GAMES 2008 -Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Jackie Robinson Park Bradhurst & Edgecombe Avenues, West 145 to West 155 Streets Manhattan FREE EVENT- Kids, teens, and parents, take advantage of this chance to learn and play “old school” games like: Stick Ball, Stoop Ball, Box Ball, Skully, Hopscotch, Jacks, Double-Dutch, Red Light, Green Light For the more serious gamers, Street Games will feature live demonstrations from professional organizations such as the New York Emperor’s Stickball League. And Street Games is much more than just the games! It will also feature musical performances by some of our favorite bands and artists from the 60s and 70s (to recreate the timeless grooves) and a DJ scratch contest for a current take on those same classics
BUSINESS / FOCUS GROUP
This fall, ESSENCE will launch our first Young Women’s Leadership Conference that will provide our college-aged readers with practical, creative and innovative information and strategies that will allow them to take charge of their lives. We are looking for young, African-American women (ages 18-24 years old) who are currently enrolled in college or who have graduated within the past two years to participate in a focus group that will assist us in shaping the event. Participants must live in the New York metro area and be available from 5:30pm – 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 8th. Participants will receive a gift in appreciation for their time. Please email the names, ages and contact information for those that are interested by April 29th. swynne@essence.com
CALLING SPORTS FANS SHOW TICKETS BOB COSTAS HOSTS TOWN HALL SHOW ON SPORTS AND THE MEDIA LIVE ON HBO TUESDAY APRIL 29th at the Equitable Center Theater (7th Ave. at 51st Street) On April 29th, live on HBOCostas NOW will bring together the biggest names and most important figures in sports media for a town hall style show on the changing landscape of how we read about, how we hear about, and how we watch sports. Confirmed guests...Joe Buck from Fox Sports; former football players, Cris Carter and Keyshawn Johnson; Will Leitch, editor, Deadspin.com; John McEnroe, broadcaster and Tennis Great; Dan Patrick, former ESPN anchor now with Sports Illustrated; WFAN s Christopher Russo and NY GIANTS Michael Strahan with more to come. To attend this exclusive LIVE COSTAS NOW show on TUESDAY, APRIL 29th YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE BETWEEN 8:30PM and 11:30PM. It will be shown live on HBO simultaneously with repeat broadcasts at later dates. RSVP quickly as there are limited tickets for this event. YOU MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER TO ATTEND THE SHOW AND YOU MUST LIVE IN THE NEW YORK CITY AREA TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR TICKETS OR BE IN NYC DURING THE TAPING WEEK. TICKETS ARE COMPLIMENTARY. If you are interested in being part of this historic LIVE COSTAS NOW SHOW, please email us at costasnow@broadwayvideo.com with the following information in both the subject line and body of your email: 1.Costas NOW/Your full name 2. Your email address 3. Your phone number(s) 4. Your age range (35-40, 18-25, 50-55 etc.) 5. 2 tickets is the maximum number we can allow per request.6. Do you consider yourself a big sports fan -- which sports (you can put this in the body of the email) If you know of a group (over 10 tickets) interested in attending the show put "GROUP" in the Subject line of your email and we will respond quickly. Want to ask a question of our live guests on the show? Submit your question on one of five sports media topics along with your ticket request in the body of your email: 1. The Internet and blogging 2. Sports talk radio 3. Sports TV 4. Athletes and reporters--an uneasy marriage > 5. Sports media--how does race affect coverage? (A producer might contact you in advance about your question. Thanks) We will contact you via email with a detailed ticket confirmation if there are tickets available. You should hear from us within a few days of your request but at latest by SATURDAY April 26th 2008. PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL US DUPLICATE REQUESTS, THIS IS CONFUSING FOR US AND WON'T HELP YOU GET TICKETS.
ART MUSIC DANCE
Be the first to see MAKANDAL, A NEW CONTEMPORARY OPERA, during a special reading by Ten Acclaimed Actors set to music and visual design before the schedule premiere in 2009. Makandal explores themes of escape, freedom and homeland as it intertwines the struggles of refugees from Haiti, Cuba and the Dominican Republic with the journey of Haiti’s legendary folk hero Makandal. Harlem Stage Gatehouse General Tickets: $10 harlemstage.org/SEASON/index.php?id=1
REAL ESTATE
HARLEM OPEN HOUSE TOUR www.experienceharlem.com/harlemrealestateguide.pdf
HEALTH
FIGHT BREAST CANCER THE SISTER STUDY If one of those women is your sister, there is something you can do to help. You can join the Sister Study today! Seeing your sister fight breast cancer can give you a sense of helplessness. But joining the Sister Study is a powerful way to make a difference. The Sister Study wants to find the causes of breast cancer so that future generations, including our daughters, granddaughters and nieces don't have to experience the disease. Sign up for the Sister Study if you are: African Americans, Latinas, Asians and Pacific Islanders, and Native Americans between ages 35-74. Or Caucasian women between the ages of 65-74 or with a high school degree or less. a woman between the ages of 35 and 74 years old and you have never had breast cancer yourself and your sister (living or deceased), related to you by blood, had breast cancer and you live in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. www.sisterstudy.org/English/index1.htm JOINING THE SISTER STUDY IS EASY, SAFE AND PRIVATE. NO MEDICINE. NO DOCTOR VISITS. NO LIFESTYLE CHANGES. NO INSURANCE REPORTING.
COOL PICKS
CELEBRATE EARTH WEEK IN BROOKLYN- Celebrate Earth Week at the Brooklyn Prospect Park Audubon Center! This year’s Earth Week will have a different theme each day, with programming for environmentalists of all ages. April 21 - 27 at the Audubon Center Learn how to do your part through lectures, tours, activities, film screenings, workshops, recyclable crafts, and a daily exhibit. See the schedule below for a full list of what’s going on earthweek prospectpark
ARE YOU A LATINO FILMMAKER- HBO has teamed with THE NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL LATINO FILM FESTIVAL (NYILFF) to find the next hot Latino Filmmaker. The HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition is an opportunity for one talented filmmaker to receive $15,000 in funding to produce and direct on digital video (DV) an original short film narrative. The final film produced from the winning screenplay will be presented on screen this summer during the 2008 New York International Latino Film Festival. www.nylatinofilm.com/
MANHATTAN CUBAN DAY PARADE - May 4, 2008 12n-4p, 6th Avenue from 44th Street to Central Park 2008 New York's Cuban population stage a lively carnival-style parade. Over half a million people line the streets to cheer on the lucky Parade Queen and her court. Salsa your way through the streets as the parade travels down Avenue of the Americas and finishes at the statue of José Martí, the apostle of Cuban Independence, in Central Park South. The parade forms the vanguard of the Cuban Independence Day celebrations, which take place on 20 May
WASHINGTON POST STARTS AN ONLINE MAGAZINE FOR BLACKS theroot.com/ The Root is a daily online magazine that provides thought-provoking commentary on today's news from a variety of black perspectives. The site also hosts an interactive genealogical section to trace one's ancestry through AfricanDNA.com, a DNA testing site co-founded by Henry Louis Gates, Jr., who is also The Root's Editor-In-Chief. The Root aims to be an unprecedented departure from traditional American journalism, raising the profile of black voices in mainstream media and engaging anyone interested in black culture around the world
FUNKY FANNY’S wonderland of women's vintage clothing,shoes & accessories from the 50's-80's at Brooklyn Flea takes place every Sunday from 10am to 5pm—rain or shine—at Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, on Lafayette Ave. between Clermont and Vanderbilt Ave. The Flea features 200 vendors of vintage furniture, clothing and antiques alongside new designs by local makers of everything from jewelry to textiles. www.brownstoner.com/brooklynflea/
MONGOMEY & MELBA LOVES HARLEM featuring LEONARD DAVIS (the author of Black Americana) Join us for an evening filled with elegant and unique limited edition items that will enhance your soul and enrich your collection. Cocktails 5-10pm sponsored and catered by Melba's Resturant Harlem, NY, Thursday, May 8, 2008 (5:00 PM to 10:00 PM) at Montgomery Boutique 2312 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd., New York, NY 212.690.2166 ammontgomery@gmail.com www.myspace.com/iammontgomery
NEED COOL PEOPLE LIKE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 10th ANNIVERSARY OF CAREER DAY at CIS 303 Wednesday May 14th, 2008. CIS 303 is located in the Morris Heights area of the West Bronx. The students are primarily Latino and African-American age 11-14. Despite the difficulties of growing up in an underserved urban neighborhood, our kids are enthusiastic about their education and the possibilities that await them in their futures. We have found that one way to keep them excited about learning is to meet professionals like you who were once kids, but are now successful adults. CIS 303, 1700 Macombs Rd. 5th floor, Bronx 10453, 10:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. If interested in volunteering Contact: Monica Brady, 718-583-5466 or email monica.brady@cis303.org Kristin’s Comment: I did it. It’s definitely a fun event. This is a great opportunity to give back to youth. You’ll be amazed at how insightful their questions are. You might influence a young person to take a path that they might not have ever considered.
CITY AT PEACE-NEW YORK PROUDLY ANNOUNCESTHE PREMIERE PERFORMANCES OF ITS NEW ORIGINAL MUSICAL DREAM THIS Written and performed by a diverse group of 70 teenagers from the five boroughs of NYC on: Wednesday May 7th 2008, Thursday May 8th 2008, Friday May 9th 2008, Saturday May 10th 2008, at 7.30pm. Performances will take place at the: Teatro Heckscher of El Museo Del Barrio 1230 5th Avenue (at 104th Street) New York, NY 10029 For further information, please contact: Elin Morgan, Managing Director at 212-924-9204 or elin@cpnational.org. Check out our website cpnational.org/ny/
GROUP ACTIVITIES - BOWLING
WHO GOT GAME, WHO HAS SKILLS, ARE YOU A GUTTER-MAN or STRIKER? Check out these Bowling alleys. Don’t forget to check the website some offer discounts on games
QUEENS Whitestone Lanes Inc 3005 Whitestone Expy Flushing, NY 11354-1994 718-353-6300 www.whitestonebowling.com/ --Hollywood Lanes 9923 Queens Blvd Flushing, NY 11374-4512 718-896-2121 -- Glendale Bowling Alleys 7148 Myrtle Ave Flushing, NY 11385-7260 718-497-4382 -- Jib Lanes (718) 591-0600 6719 Parsons Blvd Fresh Meadows, NY 11365 -- Brunswick Woodhaven Lane 7225 Woodhaven Blvd Flushing, NY 11385-7957 718-896-1800 www.bowlbrunswick.com/event_info -- AMF Van Wyck Lanes 13240 Metropolitan Ave Jamaica, NY 11418-1948 718-297-5250 www.amf.com/vanwycklanes/centerHomepage.htm -- 34 Avenue Lanes, 69-10 34th Ave, Woodside, NY 11377http://www.amf.com/34thavenuelanes/centerHomepage.htm
MANHATTAN Bowlmor Lanes 110 University Pl New York, NY 10003-4584 212-255-8188 www.bowlmor.com/ -- Leisure Time Recreation Inc 625 8th Ave #2 New York, NY 10018-1415 212-268-6909 www.leisuretimebowl.com/ -- AMF Bowling Center Chelsea Piers New York1 NY 10011-1010 212-835-2695 www.chelseapiers.com/300NY.htm -- Harlem Lanes 2116 7th Ave, New York, NY 10027 www.harlemlanes.com/
STATEN ISLAND Colonial Lanes Bowling Center 878 Bay St Staten Island, NY 10304-3727 718-876-9300 - Country Lanes 1600 Hylan Blvd Staten Island, NY 10305-1998 718-979-1600 www.rabslanes.com/mobile/ - Victory Lanes Lounge 1836 Victory Blvd Staten Island, NY 10314-3512 718-816-4207
BALDWIN Baldwin Lanes 2407 Grand Ave Baldwin, NY 11510-3219 516-223-8980 www.baldwinbowl.com/
BRONX Ball Park Lanes Inc 810 River Ave Bronx, NY 10451-2123 718-665-5800 -- New Fiesta Bowl 2826 Westchester Ave Bronx, NY 10461-4514 718-824-2600 -- Van Nest Lanes 1756 Bronxdale Ave Bronx, NY 10462-3312 718-792-2220 -- Playdrome Bowling Center 1897 Guerlain St Bronx, NY 10462-5852 718-829-4427 -- Bowlerland 2417 Hollers Ave Bronx, NY 10475-1282 718-994-8700
BROOKLYN Jamar Lanes Inc 2214 59th St Brooklyn, NY 11204-2504 718-331-8800 -- Mark Lanes 423 88th St Brooklyn, NY 11209-5207 718-745-3200 -- Maple Lanes 1570 60th St Brooklyn, NY 11219-5088 718-331-9000 bowlmaple.com/ -- Shell Lanes Inc 1 Bouck Ct Brooklyn, NY 11223-5954 718-336-6700 www.shelllanes.com/ -- Bedford Bowl Inc 1619 Bedford Ave Brooklyn, NY 11225-2001 718-778-1000 -- Bowling Fun Center 461 37th St Brooklyn, NY 11232-2509 718-499-3848 -- Melody Lanes Corp 461 37th St Brooklyn, NY 11232-2539 718-832-2695 -- Gil Hodges Lanes 6161 Strickland Ave Brooklyn, NY 11234-6409 718-763-3333 gilhodgeslanes.com/
CONCERTS
Kristin’s Ticket Tips: Often time Tickets for sold out shows become available the “Day of” and “Day Before” the concerts as any un-used tickets are return to the box office by radio stations, promoters, the artist themselves. Usually these tickets are for orchestra seating. (Got the inside scoop chatting it up with a ticketmaster rep. Already used this method to get tickets for Beyonce, Prince, Christina Aguilara, and LL Cool J Sold Out Concerts)
SUPER CAT, BUJU BANTON and BARRINGTON LEVY Mother's Day Concerts at the WaMu Theater at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, May 10 at 8PM starring icons SUPER CAT, BUJU BANTON and BARRINGTON LEVY joined by special surprise guests. Tiks $74.50-$150 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
CHRIS ROCK returns to the WaMu Theater at Madison Square Garden. Lauded by awards and critics alike, Rock is one of our generation's strongest comedic voices and was most recently honored with HBO's esteemed "Comedian Award, April 30-May 4 Tiks $49-$79.50 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
MARY J. BLIGE and JAY-Z are taking over New York City at Madison Square Garden in May. By overwhelming demand, 3rd show added at Madison Square Garden on Friday, May 2! May 6 & 7 Ticket $69-$199.05 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
ERYKAH BADU-May 09, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall The New Amerykah Tour With Special Guests The Roots Tik $55-$80.50 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
GEORGE CLINTON & PARLIAMENT FUNKADELIC, Stone Pony , Asbury Park, NJ, Thu, May 8, 2008 07:30 PM $33.50 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
LES NUBIANS, Blender Theater at Gramercy , New York, NY, Fri, May 9, 2008 09:00 PM
DIVAS WITH HEART, A MULTI-STAR EVENT FEATURING DIANA ROSS, PATTI LABELLE, CHAKA KHAN AND GLADYS KNIGHT. Hosted by Bernie Williams, the event will also feature a few very special guests As a benefit for the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory, On the Square Productions in association with 98.7 Kiss FM. May 4th $69-$504 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
SPEAKERS,SEMINARS, EDUCATIONAL, INFO
"RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL SPEAKER SERIES," ENTITLED "THE MINDS THAT MOVE THE WORLD," a timely and important series of events that will provide attendees with a unique framework for understanding America's current political landscape and place in world politics, through the insights of some of the most prominent political figures of our time. Featuring Bill Clinton, Al Gore, John Edwards, Rudy Giuliani, Arianna Huffington, James Carville, Tucker Carlson, with Moderators Tim Russert and Anderson Cooper April 21, May 2, May 28 and June 17, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall Tickets $30-$500 www.wamuatmsg.com/events
DEBORAH NORVILLE, ANCHOR, “INSIDE EDITION” AUTHOR,“THANK YOU POWER: MAKING THE SCIENCE OF GRATITUDE WORK FOR YOU” Tuesday, April 22, 2008 8:15 AM-9:30 AM Location: 555 West 57th Street (between 10th and 11th) Don’t miss this unique opportunity! IRTS Roundtables are hour-long, off-the-record question-and-answer sessions. Advance reservations are required. Send in this reservation form, questions?TEL: 212-867-6650, x305 jim.cronin@irts.org www.irts.org please:http://www.irts.org/events/rs/doc/Roundtable%20Reservation%20Form-Norville,%20Deborah%20(inside%20edition).doc
NEW YORK BILINGUAL PROFESSIONAL CAREER FAIR AT THE METROPOLITAN PAVILION FROM 10 AM TO 3 PM. APRIL 24 2008 DO YOU SPEAK ENGLISH AND SPANISH OR PORTUGUESE? WITH OVER 30 EMPLOYERS AND EXHIBITORS SCHEDULED TO ATTEND, YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO INTERVIEW WITH TOP COMPANIES SEEKING DIVERSITY AND BILINGUAL CANDIDATES FOR HUNDREDS OF PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS email: JOBFAIRS@NSHP.ORG OR WWW.NSHP.ORG/JOBFAIR/EVENT/3759
THE UNCOVERING BLACK LOVE DISCUSSION GROUP – MONDAY NIGHTS 5P meets again tonight at Sepia Lounge. Monday Night. The weekly meet-ups will be held during Happy Hour at Sepia Lounge located at 108 East 126th Street between Park & Lexington. We will begin to meet at 5pm with the panel discussion and group discussion to begin at 6:30pm. Admission is free and there are happy hour specials on drinks and food that are delicious. This time is used to meet dynamic black men and women so that we can begin the process of learning how to love and respect each other and build stronger families and communities by uncovering Black Love!
RICH DAD POOR DAD SEMINAR LEARN TO BE RICH™ TRAINING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: • WHY YOU ARE NEVER TOO OLD OR TOO YOUNG TO BEGIN YOUR OWN JOURNEY TO FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE • HOW TO OVERCOME YOUR FEARS • HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR FINANCIAL RESULTS "MIND YOUR BUSINESS" INTO WEALTH & FREEDOM THIS 2-HOUR TRAINING PUTS THE LESSONS OF RICH DAD POOR DAD INTO ACTION TO GIVE YOU THE COURAGE TO SUCCEED AND THE KNOW-HOW TO ACHIEVE RESULTS.THESE ARE THE SAME WEALTH-BUILDING PRINCIPLES THAT HAVE ATTRACTED 26 MILLION DEVOTED READERS AND HAVE KEPT RICH DAD POOR DAD ON BESTSELLER LISTS FOR 6+ YEARS AND COUNTING! THE RICH DON'T WORK FOR THEIR MONEY, THEY MAKE THEIR MONEY WORK FOR THEM. YOU CAN TOO. RESERVE YOUR PLACE AT THE TRAINING BY CALLING 1-800-988-6640 FREE APRIL 24, 25, 26 OR 27 THURSDAY • 12:30 PM OR 6:00 PM AND FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY • 10:30 AM OR 3:30 PM
COLUMBIA BUSINESS SCHOOL EXECUTIVE EDUCATION IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE NEGOTIATIONS AND PERSUASION WORKSHOP: a brand new, 2-day program that combines these skills into one power-packed course. Knowing how to negotiate and persuade can be critically important to success. Led by Columbia Professor Bob Bontempo, creator of the popular programs Persuasion: Influencing Without Authority and Negotiation and Decision-Making Strategies, this unique workshop will give you the opportunity to practice skills that you can hone and apply immediately to real-world situations. This program is ideal for executives who have some experience, as it will provide an opportunity to fine tune and grow dramatically. It is also appropriate for those who are relatively new to these disciplines and have always wanted to improve these skills. Class size is limited, so we suggest registering as soon as possible. Negotiations and Persuasion Workshop takes place May 12-13, 2008, on the Columbia University campus. For more information and to apply online Our Learning Solutions Specialists are here to help should you have any questions. Please e-mail them at execed@columbia.edu or call (212) 854-3395. www0.gsb.columbia.edu/execed/open/programs/npw.cfm
BLACK MALE TEACHERS NEEDED- GO TO COLLEGE FOR FREE Do you know any Black males who are seniors in high school who want to go to college out of state for FREE? Several Black Colleges are looking for future black male teachers and will send them to universities/colleges for 4 years FREE. The 'Call Me MISTER' program is an effort to address the critical shortage of African American male teachers particularly among South Carolina 's lowest performing public schools. Program participants are selected from among under-served, socio-economically disadvantaged and educationally at-risk communities. The program is a collaboration between Clemson University and four historically black colleges in South Carolina : Benedict College, Claflin University, Morris College and South Carolina State University. The project provides: Tuition for admitted students pursuing approved programs of study at participating colleges. An academic support system to help assure their success. A cohort system for social and cultural support. Visit : www.callmemister.Clemson.edu/index.htm for more details and the online application or call (800) 640-2657
TIME WARNER MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION DISCOUNTS
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ARTS, MUSIC, DANCE, AND FILM
JAZZ SCORE AT THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART- APRIL 17–SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 COMPRISING A FILM RETROSPECTIVE, A GALLERY INSTALLATION, LIVE CONCERTS, AND A PANEL DISCUSSION, JAZZ SCORE CELEBRATES SOME OF THE BEST ORIGINAL JAZZ COMPOSED FOR THE CINEMA FROM THE 1950S TO THE PRESENT. THE FILM RETROSPECTIVE OPENS ON APRIL 17 WITH A WEEKLONG THEATRICAL RUN OF ARTHUR PENN'S MICKEY ONE, AND CONTINUES WITH FICTION FEATURES, EXPERIMENTAL AND ANIMATED SHORTS, AND DOCUMENTARIES FROM COUNTRIES AS FAR RANGING AS FRANCE, BRAZIL, JAPAN, SOUTH AFRICA,AND THE U.S. WWW.MOMA.ORG/EXHIBITIONS/EXHIBITIONS.PHP?ID=8159&REF=CALENDAR
APOLLO SALON SERIES The Salon Series is an innovative series featuring new works by emerging and established artists. Vocalists Somi and Chanda Rule explore the concept of a contemporary African Diaspora through a multimedia performance piece, tracing the tensions between conventional African-American culture and other communities of African descent in the West. Listening to Roots uses song, spoken word, movement, and photography to investigate cultural differences which are simultaneously a source of conflict and strength Performance dates: Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26, 2008 – 7:30pmTicket Prices: $15.00 www.apollotheater.org/box_office.html
THE APOLLO PERFORMING ARTS SERIES was created to reinforce the Theater’s renewed commitment to the performing arts, nurturing the most important artistic visions as well as delivering the best in music, dance, theater and multimedia throughout the year. Free Abraham Inc. events leading up to the big Show! www.apollotheater.org/box_office.html
THE COLLABORATIVE SPIRIT: THE SOUL MUSIC OF ABRAHAM, INC.- The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. and the Jewish Cultural Center present a conversation with Klezmer Clarinetist, David Krakauer; Funk Trombonist, Fred Wesley; and Hip Hop beat architect, So called on their collaborative work, Abraham Inc. Hear what inspired these renegade musicians to unite from their respective musical backgrounds and what they hope to symbolize and accomplish. Hosted by WNYC’s Leonard Lopate and followed by audience Q&A’s. When: Thursday, May 1, 2008 – 7:30pm Where: JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue at 76th Street, New York, NY 10023 646-505-5708 Cost: Free and open to the public (Limited seating)
REMEMBERING JAMES BROWN - The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. and the Museum of African American Cinema Celebrate James Brown’s birthday one day early with 90 minutes of rare and historic film footage from numerous sources that feature live performances of the late, great "Godfather of Soul" along with bandmembers Fred Wesley, Maceo Parker, Bootsy Collins and others. When: Friday, May 2, 2008 – 7pm, Apollo Theater Soundstage, 253 West 125th Street, Harlem, New York 10027 212-531-5305, Cost: Free and open to the public A
JAMES BROWN MEMORABILIA EXHIBITION The Museum of African American Cinema Over 400 items displayed including historic treasures such as James Brown’s Gold Records, posters, photos, autographs, legal documents, 8-tracks, clothes, concert footage, and much more! When: Thursday, May 1, 2008, 6pm until 9:30pm; Friday, May 2, 2008, 1:00pm until 9:30pm; Monday, May 5, 2008, 5:00pm-9:30pm Sunday, May 11, 2008. 2pm-7pm, ACP, Jr. State Office Bldg. Art Gallery (2nd Fl.), 163 West 125th Street, Harlem, NY 10027, Visit www.MoAAC.org or 212-749-5298 for more info. Cost: Free Admission, but photo I.D. required to enter.
TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL- APRIL 23RD - MAY 4TH, 2008 The Festival’s mission focuses on assisting filmmakers to reach the broadest possible audience, enabling the international film community and general public to experience the power of cinema and promoting New York City as a major filmmaking center. Since its founding, the Festival has attracted over two million attendees from the US and abroad and has generated more than $425 million in economic activity for New York City. www.tribecafilmfestival.org/filmguide/ www.tribecafilmfestival.org/
ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER AT BAM In an unprecedented and highly anticipated collaboration, The Joyce Theater will present Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at BAM with two exhilarating programs: Program A: “Classic Ailey” dedicated to choreography by Alvin Ailey, features the revival of Masekela Langage, as well as the incomparable Revelations, a galvanizing tour de force celebrating African American cultural heritage that ranks as one of modern dance’s most affecting works. June 3 & 6 at 7:30pm; June 8 at 3pm & 7:30pm Program B: “Best Of” showcases The Groove To Nobody’s Business by emerging choreographer Camille A. Brown, which was commissioned, in part, by The Joyce Theater. Urban, athletic and engaging, this explosive new work plants Ailey’s vision firmly in the 21st century, ensuring that AAADT’s future will be as rich as its past. June 4 & 5 at 7:30pm; June 7 at 2pm www.bam.org/events/08AILE/08AILE.aspx
DANCEAFRICA 2008 In honor of the 125th Anniversary of the Brooklyn Bridge, DanceAfrica's artistic director Chuck Davis names this year's festivities "Bridge to Cultural Rejuvenation & Enlightenment" and unites dance companies—from as far as The Gambia to our neighbors in Bed-Stuy—on the Opera House stage. BAM's DanceAfrica Festival is a Memorial Day Weekend tradition, packed with dance, music, art, and film events from Mother Africa and the Diaspora—plus the one-and-only DanceAfrica outdoor bazaar. www.bam.org/events/08AFRI/08AFRI.aspx
SUNDANCE INSTITUTE AT BAM For the third straight year, Sundance Institute has packed up its bags and is moving into BAM for eleven days to present 22 features and 36 short films from the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, lively music concerts, Q&As with the artists, art installations, and special events that bring the creative energy of the Institute's artists and programs to New York audiences. May 29—June 8 www.bam.org/sundance/index_final.aspx
SWEET MAMA STRINGBEAN BY BETH TURNER "Sweet Mama Stringbean" is based on the life of Ethel Waters, the legendary star of stage, film and television. Aging and severely overweight, Ethel Waters is faced with a waning career and the prospect of an impoverished old age when a dream of a childhood spiritual awakening opens her to a new future with the Billy Graham Crusade. April 3 – April27 2008 At Henry Street Settelment’s Abrons Arts Center / Recital Hall 499 Grand St.NYC 100023 (bet Pit & Willet St’s) . General Admission $20 Credit Card Orders: 212-279-4200 or TICKETCENTRAL.ORG For Information: 212-353-1176 WWW.NEWFEDERALTHEATRE.ORG
THE JEWELRY OF EMMA GONZALEZ The Poetry of Lydia Cortes May 2nd ; 6:00 p.m. Straight Out of Harlem 704 St. Nicholas Avenue,Harlem, NY 10031 PLEASE RSVP by Tel: 1-212-234-5944 or Email:info@straigthoutofharlem.com www.straightoutofharlem.com
SUMMER JOBS
SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM (SYEP) Applications Available Looking for a cool summer job? Applications for the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) are now available. SYEP is a paid, seven-week program open to all New York City residents between the ages of 14 and 21. Participants not only work at interesting jobs located throughout the five boroughs, they also learn about money management, career exploration and post-secondary education options. (Deadline is May 15, 2008). For applications click on: application.nycsyep.com/ Download a list of SYEP Providers (in PDF) www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/downloads/pdf/syep_2008_authorized_providers.pdf
REAL ESTATE HPD
For Rent
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For Sale
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BEST EMAIL CHAIN LETTER
ONLY THOSE THAT GREW UP IN NY CAN UNDERSTAND THE MEANING OF THIS:
- THERE IS NO NORTH AND SOUTH. IT'S 'UPTOWN' OR 'DOWNTOWN.'
- IF YOU'RE REALLY FROM NEW YORK, YOU HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO CONCEPT OF WHERE NORTH AND SOUTH ARE...AND EAST OR WEST IS 'CROSS-TOWN.'
- YOU'RE 35 YEARS OLD AND DON'T HAVE A DRIVER'S LICENSE.
- YOU RIDE IN A SUBWAY CAR WITH NO AIR CONDITIONING JUST BECAUSE THERE ARE SEATS AVAILABLE.
- YOU TAKE THE TRAIN HOME AND YOU KNOW EXACTLY WHERE ON THE PLATFORM THE DOORS WILL OPEN THAT WILL LEAVE YOU RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE EXIT STAIRWAY.
- YOU KNOW WHAT A 'REGULAR' COFFEE IS.
- IT'S NOT MANHATTAN...IT'S THE 'CITY.'
- YOU CROSS THE STREET ANY WHERE BUT ON THE CORNERS AND YOU YELL AT CARS FOR NOT RESPECTING YOUR RIGHT TO DO IT.
- YOU MOVE 3,000 MILES AWAY, SPEND 10 YEARS LEARNING THE LOCAL LANGUAGE AND PEOPLE STILL KNOW YOU'RE FROM BROOKLYN, LONG ISLAND OR THE BRONX THE MINUTE YOU OPEN YOUR MOUTH.
- YOU RETURN AFTER 10 YEARS AND THE FIRST FOODS YOU WANT ARE A 'REAL' PIZZA AND A 'REAL' BAGEL.
- A 500 SQUARE FOOT APARTMENT IS LARGE.
- YOU KNOW THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ALL THE DIFFERENT RAY'S PIZZAS.
- YOU ARE NOT UNDER THE MISTAKEN IMPRESSION THAT ANY HUMAN BEING WOULD BE ABLE TO ACTUALLY UNDERSTAND A P.A. ANNOUNCEMENT ON THE SUBWAY.
- YOU WOULDN'T BOTHER ORDERING PIZZA IN ANY OTHER CITY.
- YOU GET READY TO ORDER DINNER EVERY NIGHT AND MUST CHOOSE FROM THE MAJOR FOOD GROUPS WHICH ARE: CHINESE, ITALIAN, MEXICAN OR INDIAN.
- YOU'RE NOT THE LEAST BIT INTERESTED IN GOING TO TIMES SQUARE ON NEW YEAR'S EVE.
- YOUR INTERNAL CLOCK IS PERMANENTLY SET TO KNOW WHEN ALTERNATE SIDE OF THE STREET PARKING REGULATIONS IS IN EFFECT.
- YOU KNOW WHAT A BODEGA IS.
- SOMEONE BUMPS INTO YOU AND YOU CHECK FOR YOUR WALLET.
- YOU DON'T EVEN NOTICE THE LADY WALKING DOWN THE STREET HAVING A PERFECTLY NORMAL CONVERSATION WITH HERSELF.
- YOU PAY 'ONLY' $230 A MONTH TO PARK YOUR CAR.
- YOU CRINGE AT HEARING PEOPLE PRONOUNCE HOUSTON ST. LIKE THE CITY IN TEXAS.
- THE PRESIDENTIAL VISIT IS A MAJOR TRAFFIC JAM, NOT AN HONOR.
- YOU CAN NAP ON THE SUBWAY AND NEVER MISS YOUR STOP.
- THE DELI GUY GIVES YOU A STRAW WITH ANY BEVERAGE YOU BUY, EVEN IF IT'S A BEER. THAT'S NEW YORK, BABY! YA GOTTA LOVE IT.
- IF YOU ARE A TRUE NEW YORKER, SEND THIS TO EVERYONE LIKE YOURSELF