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.
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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
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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.
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