HW Picky: Adidas And Kanye West Make History (video)

Today, adidas announced the cementing of its long-term relationship with creative pioneer Kanye West in the launch of adidas + KANYE WEST, a YEEZY branded entity creating footwear, apparel and accessories for all genders across street and sport. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form,…

Kicking It In Harlem With Taimak: The Last Dragon

By Eartha Watts-Hicks The year was 1986, and the movie Berry Gordy presents The Last Dragon was nothing short of a phenomenon. Highly anticipated, it blended the worlds of film, music, radio, and television with its incredible movie soundtrack and music videos, featuring Vanity and DeBarge, among others. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our…

Op-Ed: It’s Time for Summer Leisure and Learning

By NYC Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña Summertime brings opportunities to cheer on friends at neighborhood baseball games, visit a local playground or community pool, venture to the beach or enjoy a block party.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting…

Why NYC Is Better For Harlem Women Entrepreneurs

New York City ranks first overall among the top 25 cities for women entrepreneurs, ahead of San Francisco, Seattle, and Austin, according to the Dell Women Entrepreneur Cities Index (WE Cities), released today at the White House’s Global Entrepreneurship Summit, and the best place for Harlem-based women entrepreneurs. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter…

Grace Wales Bonner, LVMH Prize Winner, Inspired From Senegal To Harlem

Grace Wales Bonner was born in London to an English mother and Jamaican father. She attributes much of her Afrofuturist style influence to her roots, exploring black male identity in her collections. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from:…

Visit The HW Collection Store And Buy A Piece Of Harlem

The HW Collection store is the place for all things Harlem shop of unique and historical Harlem gifts. Our values have been a constant since we launched in 2003, great quality, a great experience and great satisfaction with the Collection. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field…

Success Academy Harlem East Showcase Photography

The scholars at Success Academy Harlem East have visited their fair share of art museums and cultural events this year, analyzing and learning to appreciate much of what New York’s artistic world has to offer. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you…

City Council Land Use Committee Approves Deadlines For Landmarking

Yesterday, the City Council’s Land Use Committee voted through a contentious bill that would impose deadlines on the Landmarks Preservation Commission and its process of designating historic properties. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from:…

Worst Nightmare, Air Conditioner Falls On East Harlem Man

As the weather heats up, more and more of us are setting up our air conditioners in order to keep cool. An NYPD officer spotted one dangling and prevented it from falling. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form, you are consenting to…

How To Get Your Harlem Home In A Movie Or TV Show

There are many perks to renting your Harlem home to a film production. It can mean extra income, free home improvements, a free hotel stay and, of course, there is also the cool factor of having your home immortalized on the big screen. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Constant Contact Use. Please…