QUOTE: Joe Louis

“Once that bell rings you’re on your own. It’s just you and the other guy.”

- Joe Louis

*Joe Louis – Boxer, lived in Harlem at 555 Edgecombe Avenue.

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Construction Begins on 110th Street and Manhattan Avenue

Construction has begun on the corner of West 110th Street and Manhattan Avenue.  The lot has been vacant for sometime as the previous building was demolished a few years back and finally a crane has appeared and the ground has been broken.

I spoke with one of the workmen and asked him what will be going up here he replied “Condos” (surprise).  I had dinner with someone at Melbas recently and met one of the developers for this building who had mentioned construction would begin shortly.  I believe there will also be retail space which will add to the businesses on this strip, the Bike Shop, Dry Cleaners and Cafe Amrita.

More on this story as it develops.

Missing Cat On Harlem’s Restaurant Row

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LOST CAT – MAY 18 2012

Small Gray Striped Female Tabby (some orange)

Missing since Wednesday (5/16) from 111th Street (bet. 7th and 8th).  Friendly but shy.  Distinguishing slit/notch at top of right ear.

If seen place contact Lisa & Justin 212-663-2667

QUOTE: Lena Horne

“I don’t have to be an imitation of a white woman that Hollywood sort of hoped I’d become. I’m me, and I’m like nobody else.”

- Lena Horne

* Lena Horne – Singer and actress, lived in Washington Heights at 555 Edgecombe Avenue.

A Great Night In Harlem – The 11th Annual

This Thursday night on May 17th the 11th Annual “A Great Night In Harlem” concert will be held at the Apollo Theater.  The event starts at 7PM and tickets are still available for this star studded event including an exciting line up of celebrities and musicians.

Special Guest – Quincy Jones
Performances by Macy Gray, Bono, Randy Weston, Bettye LaVette, Sweet Georgia Brown, Bill Saxton, Dr. John, Pacquito D’Rivera, Rebirth Brass Band, Treme Brass Band and Stanley Jordan just to name a few
Comedy stand up by: Darrell Hammond

The 2012 Gala Honoree:  Claude Nobs

For more information on this event including ticket prices and the full list of performers please click on the link.

A Great Night in Harlem

Urban gardening tips from Urban Garden Center in Harlem

Join Dimitri Gatanas and Bryan Ogden as they provide a series of hands on workshops and focused leaning experiences located in the heart of Harlem at the Urban Garden Center.

You can sign up for the 5 class course – or you can attend individual classes ala carte at the individual links:

WHOLE COURSE: http://skl.sh/Kusc6e
Starts on Sat, May 19th, 2012 through Sat, Jun 23rd, 2012
FIRST CLASS:
DIY: Hot Pepper Spray- No bologna, Pepper Spray is good for pests http://skl.sh/KutAG4
SECOND CLASS:
Gardening in the Shade of the City http://skl.sh/Kuuwu3
THIRD CLASS:
Instantly Plant a Spring Window Box or Mini-Acre Garden http://skl.sh/KR3yKv
FOURTH CLASS:
Green Roofs and New Technology http://skl.sh/Kuxqz5
FIFTH CLASS:
Planning Your Backyard Garden http://skl.sh/Kux4IJ

Bryan Ogden is the editor for http://www.metropolitangardening.com. He is co-teaching this course with Dimitri Gatanas the lead designer of the Urban Garden Center. Bryan has been gardening in the city for the past three years in environments ranging from residential rooftops and balconies to restoration work for the city at the Parks Department.

Dimitri Gatanas is a professional plantsman who is a third generation retail garden center owner. Dimitri brings the knowledge of a 50 year family tradition. His expertise is in the design building and maintenance of city backyards and gardens.

Urban Garden Center is a newly founded (1 yr) enterprise focused on gardening and green lifestyle.

It’s located in the heart of Harlem beneath a train trestle.http://www.UrbanGardenNYC.com

Happy Mother’s Day from HarlemCondoLife!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful and beautiful mothers of Harlem and to all the moms everywhere.