Entries from July 2008
Yesterday marked the start of Harlem Week, a tradition that began in 1974 as “Harlem Day” and have evolved into a now-monthlong celebration of all that Harlem has to offer.
Here are some of the major upcoming events as part of Harlem Week:
Saturday, Aug. 16 - Uptown Saturday Nite: An outdoor arts, entertainment and dance festival along [...]
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Research shows that great views increase the value of a condo unit - according to a recent report, by up to 60%. This is a key differentiator in a crowded market - we all understand intuitively that, other things being equal, a buyer would choose an apartment with a superior view. This of course allows [...]
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Tags: 5th on the Park
Time was, you couldn’t dream of finding a Starbucks in Harlem. The first Starbucks to arrive in Harlem in 1999 was a joint venture between Magic Johnson and Starbucks, and was part of a special effort to reach “inner city” and “under-served” neighborhoods. It opened on 125th Street at Lenox Avenue.
Well, now Harlem is ready [...]
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Tags: Eateries · Storefronts
We’re so excited to report that a Bikram yoga studio has opened in East Harlem! The studio is located at 4 East 116th Street, 2nd floor. View contact information and class schedules here.
For those who might not be familiar, Bikram yoga is the “hot yoga” that has been all the rage recently. Among the famous [...]
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Tags: 5th on the Park · Storefronts
We continue to see signs that East Harlem’s star is on the rise! The gourmet market and cafe Ottomanelli Brothers New York Grill is opening at 1325 Fifth Avenue, at 111th Street, next month, according to the NY Sun. The famous, family-owned, 100-year-old NYC chain, known for its prime cuts of meat, is the first [...]
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The first luxury car dealership to come to Harlem is ready for its July opening!
Dancy Power Automative Group, exotic auto dealer to sports celebrities, is bringing its showroom to the lobby of The Lenox condominium at 380 Lenox Ave., at West 129th Street. Read the Crain’s story here.
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Tags: Storefronts