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The best of the best in the business will solute to the legendary Shirley Horn and her true talent. “Here’s To Life” with it’s sparse production and Shirley’s flawless vocals is a great way to start your Sunday. Here’s to you Shirley Horn.

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I was walking through Harlem the other day and came upon a sign for Harlemgrown.org in an empty lot across the street from Red Rooster, Sylvias, Etc.

I decided to learn more  about it abd wanted to share it with you.

From their site:

• Harlem Grown is an independent, non-profit organization that partners with the NYC Parks Department and Department of Education and a variety of food advocacy and community agriculture organizations. The main function of Harlem Grown is to connect local public schools to the greater community through the use of common garden spaces and mutually engaging activities.

• They raise support for physical renovation of abandoned lots, providing the tools, supplies and manpower to physically transform wasted space into a vibrant garden classroom through a number of grant sponsored initiatives. We also work to engage pro-bono partners in developing a structured learning curriculum that lets kids participate from the planning through the planting, crop management and harvest and finally to food preparation, nutrition and even sales.

• Their mission is to increase the capacity of communities and students to access nature and green spaces, to engage these communities with nutritional and outdoor educational opportunities and improve access to a wider range of healthy foods while focusing on food justice issues. They address these goals by creating a living classroom opportunity for urban and at risk students and offering programming which allows in-need populations to learn about agriculture, nutrition, food sourcing and business.

• They transform abandoned community gardens and park lots into vibrant urban farms in partnership with local public schools and the community, integrate our small farms with school curriculums thereby providing inside-city students who are traditionally cut off from access to direct experience of nature and farming a chance to learn by doing.

On a side note I am very interested in partnering with others on building large urban rooftop gardens to help educate, feed and connect our community.   An urban farm to table experience if you will.  Please let me know with whom I can connect on this topic.

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Destination Harlem TV released it’s second episode today.

This second episode of Destination Harlem TV features highlights from the 2^nd Annual “Food & Drink Boulevard” sponsored by the Fredrick Douglass Boulevard Alliance, Historian and Tour Guide Lavelle Porter, William Vargas on Camaradas El Bario and Lydia Patel with Marcia Sells from Columbia University Government and Community Affairs.

About:

Destination Harlem TV “showcases the wonderful people and places that make Harlem what it is today as well as the history that is shaping its future. Episodes will showcase several aspects of Harlem such as Dining, Nightlife, Interviews, History and Community.  Destination Harlem TV appeals to Harlem locals, New Yorker’s visiting for a meal or show, tourists on vacation (holiday) and those who are just interested and intrigued by Harlem life.”

- Destination Harlem TV

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We first blogged a month ago about a new Indian restaurant coming to FDB in Harlem.  The owner reached out to us yesterday and it appears they will be opening as soon as the week of May 21st – 26th.  Next week!  Exact day yet to be determined depending on the completion of their construction.

Maharaja Palace also located on the East Side on Madison Avenue, will offer a large selection of classic Indian dishes.  For all of you vegetarians out there they also offer a large selection of vegetarian dishes.  Reasonably priced for the standards with the priciest items on the menu their Tandori specialties which is normally the case with Indian restaurants.  Here is a peek at their Tandori Specialties

They are located in the old Questans space on Frederick Douglass Boulevard (westside of the ave.) between 114th and 115th Streets.  With Jado Sushi across the street, Melbas on the adjacent corner, Frederick Bistro Cafe, Harlem Food Bar and Bier International less than a block away, Maharaja Palace will now add a much needed Indian restaurant into the mix.  Stay tuned for more information, photos and their new menu from HarlemCondoLife.com next week!

Maharaja Palace
2113 Frederick Douglass Blvd.
New York, Ny 10026

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Wall of Fame

We finally have a good diner on Lenox in Harlem.  This afternoon we attended the soft opening at Harlem Shake and enjoyed exactly what you would expect, shakes and burgers.  Very pleasantly pleased by the retro fifties decor (by Dennis Decker) right down to the order-and-pick-up diner style format.  The official opening will be held in 2 days on Thursday, May 16th.  They are waiting on their license for outdoor seating as well which will expand the diner for the summer months.

Her eyes follow you

The shakes are delicious!  We recommend the Red Velvet Shake.  Our favorite burger of the three that we sampled was the “Hot Mess” spicy, messy and everything good.  The fries were good.  Nice and piping hot, skin on the potato and just the right amount of salt.

We predict many future busy nights here as they are set in the perfect location on the South/West corner of 124th street and Lenox Avenue.

They have added some very cool touches such as the Wall of Fame (above) which consists of a large collage of celebrities from Bill Clinton to Cassandra Wilson who have autographed their head shots on the wall.  We predict this will soon become a Harlem Hot Spot for local Harlemites as well as tour busses and the Sunday brunch crowd passing through and taking pictures of Harlem Shake.  While we were there, already a group of kids came in and asked if they could take a picture inside the place.  With it’s retro vibe, even though it is brand new we had the feeling that it had been there for years.  Also they serve wine and beer for those that want drinks with their fries.  The music playing was a little hip hop, a touch of rap and some R&B and great soul classics.  Perfect.

Thank you Jelena, for your hospitality today.  Congratulations to the whole crew and welcome to the neighborhood!

Fantastic design by Dennis Decker.   Well done.

*They will be open from 11am to 11pm weekdays and weekends they will be open until 2am.

MENU

Vintage jet magazine covers drape the bathroom walls. Fantastic!

Harlem Shake
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The men of the Church of the Crucifixion in Harlem presents an evening of good fun, food & dancing.

Friday May 17th
9pm until…
Social Hall
440 Convent Avenue
Music by DJ Locke (Caribbean Vibrations)
Donation: $30.00
Dinner included

The Mission of the Church of the Crucifixion is:To Provide a Sanctuary where People can Worship God according to the teachings and Spirit of Jesus Christ.To nuture the spiritual, moral and intellectual growth of each person. To Serve God with our talents, our time, our energy and our money, accepting full stewardship for our community and the world, and, To encourage others to join us in our ministry with Jesus Christ.

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Happy Mother’s Day to all of the wonderful Mother’s here in Harlem and everywhere around the world!  Thank you for all the things that you do for all of us!

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Saturday, May 18th
8:00 pm
The Herb Garden
176 East 111th Street, New York NY
(Between Lexington and 3rd Avenues)
Rain Date:  May 25th

The New York Restoration Project’s Herb Garden is proud to screen Iris Morales’ acclaimed documentary: ¡PALANTE, SIEMPRE PALANTE! The Young Lords – recipient of the Silver Apple Award from the National Educational Media Alliance.

¡PALANTE, SIEMPRE PALANTE! The Young Lords explores the period 1969 through the Young Lord’s demise in 1976 and highlights pivotal moments in the history of East Harlem and the Herb Garden’s East 111th Street in particular!

In the midst of the African American liberation struggle, protests to end the Vietnam War and the women’s movement for equality, Puerto Rican and Latino/a communities fought for economic, racial and social justice. From Chicago streets to the barrios of New York City and other urban centers, the Young Lords emerged to demand decent living conditions and raised a militant voice for the empowerment of Puerto Ricans and other Latino/as in the United States and for the independence of Puerto Rico.

Through on-camera interviews with former members, archival footage, photographs and music,

 ¡PALANTE, SIEMPRE PALANTE! The Young Lords surveys Puerto Rican history, the Young Lords’ political vision and actions, and the organization’s legacy.

Join us for this free screening and a discussion about the film and the history of our neighborhood.

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The soft opening is now, and we look forward to discovering and definitely supporting the new Vintage Harlem.  Don’t forget to drop by, and check it out.

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