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IN THIS ISSUE:
Community page 3 P a t St e v e n s o n
Real Estate page 6 A NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHER
Calendar page 8
Event page 9 Good News You Can Use!
Art&Culture page 12
Focus page 13 Good News and Congratulations to
Theater page 14 NYPD Detective Feris Jones, who was
Education page 17
Families page 18 honored in a ceremony at Borough Hall for
Health page 19 the heroism shown as she confronted a
Literary Corner page 20 gunman and prevented a robbery and
Wellness page 21
Urbanology page 22 injuries to others in a hair salon in Brook-
Lifestyle page 23 lyn. (see page 15)
Church News page 25
Classified page 26 Gayle King of (Oprah’s best
friend) visited the Adam Clayton Powell,
Publisher/Editor Pat Stevenson
A&E Editor Linda Armstrong Jr. State Office Building, 2nd floor Art
Art&Cultural Stacey Ann Ellis Gallery earlier this week to view the cur-
Adams Report Audrey Adams
Travel Editor Audrey Bernard rent “Oprah 25 Years” exhibit.
Writer Erin Lewenauer (see page 14)
Writer Donna Lamb
Columnist Bro Bill Defosset Congratulations to Project Enter-
Columnist William A. Rogers prise’s Charles B. Benenson entrepreneur
Columnist Zakiyyah
EducationColumnist Michelle Greenidge Award recipient, Karen Vanderburg, owner
Book Review Terri Schlichenmeyer
Queens Photojournalist Juliet Kaye
of Eternal Beauty in the Bronx.
Brooklyn Writer Keith Forrest (see page 7)
Bronx Writer Howard Giske
Business Columnist Jennifer Edwards
Harlem is gearing up for the NYC
Political Editor Cedric McClester Marathon this Saturday, November 6th.
Society Audrey Bernard
Photographer Michelle James Activities will be held along the Harlem
Sales Consultant Dawn Hill Miles from 96th Street to 135th Street.
Layout Dariusz Granatowski
Publisher Assistant Anita Mullin (see pages 4-5)
Publisher Assistant Dominic Jones If you witness a “good news” story
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COMMUNITY
GRANDPARENTS BALL AT THE
SALVATION ARMY ON NOV 6
randparents Around the World Productions Inc., an organization
G dedicated to building bridges between elders and youth and will
honor eight individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commit-
ment to their community and their family: Rhonna Bonsu, Gerald
Brown, Angelita DeJesus, Anita Griffith, Maggie Lee, Barbara Miller,
Clara Monroe-Brown and Mamie Williams.
In addition, Sylvia D’Alessandro, one of the driving forces behind
the establishment of the Sandy Ground Historical Society
Library/Museum, the first and only African American library/museum
on Staten Island as well as a program site for the National Underground
Railroad Network to Freedom and a self trained artist, will receive the
Elouise Richardson Distinguished Community Service Award; Pat
Stevenson, CEO, Founder and Publisher of Harlem News Group, Inc.
will receive the Citation of Excellence in Community-Based Media
Award, and Christopher Banks, Executive Director/CEO, East New
York United Concerned Citizens, Inc. will receive the Grandparents
Dedication Award.
www.harlemvet.com The festivities will begin at 3:00 p.m. at 110th Street & Central Park
with a limousine parade down Lenox Avenue to The Salvation Army.
Media are welcome to attend.
Entertainment will be provided by NOW and Asako Motojima,
Soprano recording artist.
Purchase your tickets today by calling 347-346-4800 or 917-
359-6711. If you are unable to attend, we would appreciate a donation
to the cause. Your support will help GATW to continue to carry out our
mission – “To bridge the gap between seniors and young people by
offering programs that provide POSITIVE ROLE MODELS for our
youth”.
As Seen on
ABC Channel 7
“Live” R&B Entertainment on Sundays 3:30-7:30pm “Neighborhood Eats”
Two Locations:
373 Lenox Avenue (corner of 129th Street)
** 2695 Frederick Douglass Blvd. (corner 143rd Street)
**new location - opening June 25th
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COMMUNITY
HARLEM GEARS UP TO PREPARE FOR THE ING
NYC MARATHON WITH MARATHON WEEK UPTOWN
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n Sunday, November 7th, over 44,000 Avenue will include live entertainment at 5 activities dubbed Harlem Celebrates Marathon
runners from all over the globe will par- stages from 135th Street to ll0th Street along Week. This year marks the second year this
ticipate in the chance to excel in the 5th Avenue. The spectators will enjoy, Gospel, effort has been undertaken by The Greater
world’s sports and media capital before two R&B, Jazz, Latin, Hip Hop, Reggae, Blues, Harlem Chamber of Commerce in concert with
million live, cheering spectators and over 300 Dance while they’re cheering the runners on the New York Road Runners supported by
million television viewers worldwide when they and help to boost the energy of the runners as Harlem Arts Alliance, Upper Manhattan
run in the ING NYC Marathon. Now a major they run the last 5 miles of the 26.2 miles of the Empowerment Zone, WBLS-FM, WLIB-AM,
annual component of the Marathon is the Marathon. WHCR-FM and HARLEM WEEK. The pur-
“Harlem Miles.” A 42 block stretch of the run Leading up to Sunday’s November 7th pose of Harlem Marathon Week as stated by
from 138th Street to 96th Street along 5th Marathon is an extraordinary week of Harlem Chamber Vice President Patricia Ricketts is “to
invite families, residents, students, employees,
business and professional persons in the Greater
Harlem community and all of New York and
beyond are coming out from Monday, Novem-
ber 1st thru Sunday, November 7th and joined
with 2010 New York City Marathoners and
their guests from throughout the region, the
nation and the world as they “DISCOVER
OUR HARLEM.”
Activities for the week include specialty
shopping at unique boutiques; dining on
local, regional and international foods &
beverages at specially selected Harlem
restaurants; open houses at historic cultural
institutions, and experiencing the famous and
u n iq u e mu s ic a l “ So u n d s o f H a r le m” a t
selected nightclubs and churches. Some of
the highlights include a special Marathon
Week Pasta Night at Gran Piatto D’oro,
brunches at Sylvia’s, Melba’s and Dinosaurs.
Jazz and musical performances at Lenox
Lounge, Showman’s, The Shrine; art exhibi-
tion at Dwyer Cultural Center, visits to land-
marks such as The World Famous Apollo
Theater, El Museo del Barrio, Museum of the
City of New York, National Jazz Museum in
Harlem, U. S. Grant National Memorial Park
and much, much more.
Harlem Marathon week began on November
1st and concludes on November 7th with the
41st running of the ING New York City
Marathon. For a full calendar of events for
Harlem Marathon Week log onto.
The Greater Harlem Chamber of Com-
merce is committed to the improvement and
prosperity of the Greater Harlem area in gen-
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eral, and the entire New York metropolitan
region. One of New York City’s oldest ongo-
ing trade and business associations, GHCC
continues to keep the famous village of
Harlem in the regional, national and interna-
tional spotlights with annual events such as
HARLEM WEEK, the “Harlem Miles”, and
The Harlem Jazz & Music Festival. The
Chamber is comprised of members from vari-
ous business, civic, educational, health,
tourism, cultural, sports, and other profession-
al arenas.
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REAL ESTATE
HOMEOWNERSHIP (PART 15)
MAINTAINING YOUR HOME –
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS (5) By Rev. Charles Butler
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ver the past few weeks we dis- than 250 New Yorkers avoid foreclo- ments going forward; (3) Make a short pay-off on a second
cussed financial assistance pro- sure and stay in their homes. NEDAP (5) Have a concrete plan, developed mortgage.
grams designed to help operates this loan in partnership with with a counselor or advocate, that (4) Pay off arrears on a mortgage loan,
distressed homeowners. the Lower East Side People’s Federal documents this affordability; where a borrower has fallen
(1) New York City’s Department of Credit Union. The Loan Fund was (6)Have reliable and verifiable behind due to hardship. To apply,
Housing Preservation and Devel- designed to complement existing fore- source(s) of income; and a homeowner must work with a
opment (HPD) Mortgage Assis- closure prevention efforts in NYC. (7) The home must be the applicant’s foreclosure prevention counselor,
tance Program (MAP); Through the Fund, NEDAP provides primary residence. The credit attorney or other advocate. The
(2) The New York Times Neediest low-cost loans, generally up to union will examine an applicant’s advocate will work with the home-
Case Fund; $25,000, to eligible homeowners who credit history using the credit owner to ensure that the Gap Loan
(3) The Money Management Interna- are fighting foreclosure. Loan terms union credit score, which includes is part of a sustainable long-term
tional (MMI); are flexible and are based on each bor- non-traditional payment history, mortgage plan. The advocate will
(4) The Federation of Protestant Wel- rower’s circumstances and ability to such as payment of utilities and complete the Gap Loan applica-
fare Agencies, Inc. (FPWA). repay. The interest rate is usually some- property taxes. The credit union tion and communicate with
The program we will discuss where between 3.5 – 5%. The term of will consider whether negative NEDAP during the loan approval
today is the offered through Neigh- the loans will not exceed 15 years. credit information results from an and closing process.
borhood Economic Development The eligibility guidelines include: abusive loan. For information or questions relat-
Advocacy Project (NEDAP) and is: (1) Live within the five boroughs of Some of the ways a Gap loan can ed to the home buying process or
(5) The Foreclosure Prevention Gap New York City; be used is as follows: foreclosure prevention and to deter-
Loan Fund. (2) Have a low or moderate-income or (1) Make an up-front payment needed mine if you are eligible for any of
NEDAP’s Foreclosure Prevention other demonstrated need; to qualify for an affordable loan these financial assistance programs,
Gap Loan Fund helps low and moder- (3) Work with a foreclosure preven- modification. contact Rev. Charles Butler at
ate income New York City homeown- tion counselor and/or attorney; (2) Close a gap to enable a senior citizen (212)281-4887 ext.131 or email at
ers at risk of foreclosure. To date, (4) Be able to afford all mortgage, to pay off a high cost mortgage with cbutler@hcci.org.
NEDAP’s Loan Fund has helped more Gap Loan, and other debt pay- an affordable reverse mortgage.
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BUSINESS
PROJECT ENTERPRISE HONORED ENTREPRENEURS AT SEVENTH ANNUAL
CHARLES B. BENENSON ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS
Mel Washington, PE Executive Mel Washington, PE Executive
Arva Rice, President & CEO of the NY Urban Finalists for the Charles B. Benenson Award Director, Carmen Wong Ulrich, Mis- Director & Lawrence Benen-
League; Mel Washington, Executive Director of Pro- tress of Ceremonies & TV Personali- son, Son of Charles Benenson
ject Enterprise; Karen Vanderburg, 2010 Charles B. ty; Curtis Archer, HCDC and Presenting Sponsor
Benenson Entrepreneur & Owner of Eternal Beauty
of NY; Debra Schatzki, Founder of Project Enterprise
Mel Washington,
Photo Credits – Hubert Williams
roject Enterprise (PE), the New York PE Executive
P City-based microlending organiza-
tion that provides small loans, train-
ing and other services to businesses in
Director & Deon
Levingston, Gener-
al Manager of
WBLS & Benenson
under-resourced communities, held its sev- Awards Sponsor
enth annual Charles B. Benenson Entrepre- Champion of Entrepreneurship Honoree, Kyle Donovan, 2009 & 2010 Project Enterprise Inspiration
neur Awards dinner on Thursday, October NV Magazine; Project Enterprise Board Chair, David Award Winners, Deborah Williams, Her
21st at the Alhambra Ballroom in Harlem. Singer; Project Enterprise Inspiration Honoree, Len Bur- Game 2; Len Burnett, Uptown Media Group
Hosted by Carmen Wong Ulrich, Glamour nett; PE Executive Director, Mel Washington & Vibe Lifestyle Network
Magazine’s personal finance expert, this
operations, hired new stylists, and most sig- preneurs. Business owners seek PE’s for their communities, and build financial
year’s honorees included Len Burnett of
nificantly, almost doubled her monthly resources at various stages of their business assets.
Uptown Media Group & Vibe Project
sales. to obtain help in the form of financing, A lifelong real estate entrepreneur and
Enterprise and Kyle Donovan, publisher of
“Karen’s resilience and determination to leadership training or business building prominent philanthropist, Charles B.
NV Magazine. The 2010 Charles B. Benen-
expand her business in the face of numer- support. Some have received loans as small Benenson enjoyed an illustrious career
son Entrepreneur Award went to Karen
ous obstacles, including a sluggish econo- as $750, while others have borrowed as amassing an impressive portfolio of build-
Vanderburg, the owner of Eternal Beauty
my, has been an inspiration to all of our much as $12,000. In addition to a strong ings throughout New York City and across
Salon in the Bronx.
members”, said PE Executive Director, Mel loan repayment record, Project Enterprise the United States. As an entrepreneur,
Each year, Project Enterprise hosts this
Washington. “All of our honorees this year looks to reward those who have inspired Benenson was known for his robust imagi-
gala to honor the diligence and perseverance
have a few important things in common: their fellow members and community. nation and his exceptional ability to make
of one of its members, as well as the success
they demonstrate perseverance in the face Project Enterprise is an organization all his ideas come to life. He was responsi-
of a well-known entrepreneur in the New
of many challenges, they are role models that supports and develops entrepreneurs ble for the building and renovation of more
York community. The Inspiration Award,
for others and they provide job opportuni- and small businesses in under-resourced than 200 properties, including the World
which goes to an entrepreneur with whom
ties for others in the communities where communities in New York City. By provid- Bank building in Washington D.C and the
PE member entrepreneurs can identify, went
they live and work.” ing access to business loans, business Cross County Shopping Center in Yonkers.
to Len Burnett this year. Len is a highly suc-
The Charles B. Benenson Entrepreneur development services and networking
cessful entrepreneur with over 20 years of
Awards raise awareness of entrepreneurship opportunities, PE helps entrepreneurs
publishing experience, and his expertise in
and funds to support PE’s work with entre- increase their standard of living, create jobs
advertising sales and marketing leadership
has enabled him to successfully launch 7
major magazines with exceptional advertis-
ing growth.
“The challenges on my route to success
have been many, becoming an entrepreneur
is not easy, if it were, many would do it,”
said Mr. Burnett. “To be honored by PE
means a lot to me…and is an inspiration as
well.”
PE presented the Champions of Entre-
preneurship Award to Kyle Donovan and
NV Magazine, which represents a “New
Vision” in business and is geared to helping
shape, inspire and nurture rising entrepre-
neurs, urban professionals, and forward
thinkers.
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“My vision was specifically to provide
practical information that entrepreneurs can
use every day… to set out a road map for
success, stated Mr. Donovan. “Being a
Champion means a lot because it means
that I accomplished what I set out to do.”
Each year, a PE member is also pre-
sented with the Charles B. Benenson Entre-
preneur Award. Nominations for this award
are made by PE members from ten centers
throughout New York City. Candidates are
nominated because of their business acu-
men, growth, and commitment to PE. This
year’s recipient is Karen Vanderburg the
owner of Eternal Beauty in the Bronx.
When a landlord tried to double her rent
after learning of her plans to expand and
offer new services, Karen took a loan from
PE. She moved her salon, expanded her
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
C O M M U N I T Y C A L E N D A R
Thru-Jan 9 Nov 6 Survial and Prosperity in The Cur- Dec 18 2010-December 2011
Nueva York (1613-1945) exhibition 7:00pm rent Economy, Motivating Voces Y Visiones: Signs, Systems,
on view at El Museo Del Barrio. 15th ANNUAL MEN COOKING FOR African American & Latino Males and the City in El Museo del Bar-
Presented in collaboration with the CHANGE. Being held at Great Hall, To Acheive Success in School & rio's Permanent Collection. This
New-York Historical Society, this City College, 138th & Convent. Life, Pre-School Education.Middle installation in the Carmen Ana
intriguing exhibition reveals the 50 Chefs and Divas . Tickets $75 at School & High School Students - Unanue Galleries, drawn from El
powerful role that Latinos and the door. Being presented by FREE: Adults, $10.00 per pesonInfor- Museo del Barrio's wide-ranging
Spanish-speaking countries have Women In the Black. Black Tie mation & Registration- Dr. Sheilah Permanent Collection, features
played over three centuries to help event. For tickets and more infor- Bobo-(917) 412-9099 works with an urban sensibility that
shape New York into the most cul- mation call 212-996-7980. deploy pared-down building
turally vibrant city in the world. El Nov 13 blocks of shape, color, and form to
Museo Del Barrio, 1230 Fifth Nov 6 12 p.m.-6 p.m. express revealing worldviews. El
Avenue. 4:00pm ArtCrawl Harlem as they tour six Museo Del Barrio, 1230 Fifth
GRANDPARENTS BALL. Being held outstanding art galleries in Spanish Avenue.
Nov 6 at the Salvation Army. Entertain- Harlem. There will be a guided trol-
12 p.m. ment will be provided by NOW ley tour and a reception to follow Dec 18
Sister to Sister: One in the Spirit, and Asako Motojima, Soprano including dinner, wine, and music. 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Inc. annual luncheon to Salute recording artist. Purchase your tick- Seating is limited so book in Cultural Celebration: 9th Annual
Vibrant Women Who Give Back to ets today by calling 347-346-4800 advance. $55.Call 1-800-838-3006 Coquito Tasting Contest. The Inter-
Their Community. Included among or 917-359-6711. or visit www.artcrawl harlem. com. national Coquito Federation and El
the honorees are Marva Allen of Museo del Barrio invite you to par-
Hue-Man Bookstore & Cafe, Elsie Nov 6 No 20 ticipate in this joyous Latino holiday
McCabe Thompson, wife of former 8:00am-2:00pm 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. tradition. Come taste the winning
mayoral candidate Bill Thompson, “PARENTS, EDUCATORS AND COM- Festival: We Love Musica. at El recipes of the month-long Coquito
the President of the Museum for MUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS, Museo Del Barrio. Super Sábado Master Qualifier Series 2010, and
African Art, Corby Ellis-Mare of EDUCATING OUR CHILDREN, ENSUR- continues celebrating all things add a vote to the ones cast by this
CNB, and others. Cheryl Wills, ING OUR DESTINY” Workshop. Being Nueva York… with a focus on local year's honorary judges. After el
Anchorwoman of NY1 News, will held at Frederick Douglass Acade- music! Come listen to the ritmo lati- ganador is announced, they will
be the Mistress of Ceremonies, and my 149th Street & Adam Clayton no, including musical storytelling by celebrate with a concert in El
fashion and beauty expert, Tai Powell, Jr. Blvd. Registration & Con- Louie Miranda, Face the Music in Teatro! You must show ID and sign
Beauchamp, will be the keynote tinental Breakfast 8:00AM-9:00AM concert, and much more. El a waiver. First come, first served
speaker. Uptown Grand Restau- Plenary With Guest Speakers- Museo Del Barrio, is located at basis. El Museo Del Barrio, 1230 5th
rant. $85 includes a pre-luncheon 9:00AM-10:00AM Workshops(6) 1230 5th Avenue. Free. Avenue. Free.
Networking Reception. Call 917- 10:15AM-1:30PM Family Literacy,
668-4284. Math-Diversity in The Math Class-
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RANGEL INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS PROGRAM
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FELLOWSHIPS
More Than 40 Former Rangel Fellows Are Now Diplomats Serving in U.S. Embassies Around the World
he Charles B. Rangel Inter- fellowships to attend universities
T national Affairs Program is
now accepting applications
for its 2011 graduate fellowships.
across the country. So far, 43 for-
mer fellows have been sworn in as
members of the diplomatic corps,
The program seeks applicants who representing the U.S. as Foreign
are interested in pursuing careers Service Officers in 31 countries.
as Foreign Service Officers for the “More than ever, we need these
U.S. Department of State. The fel- young people to be among those
lowship is open to college under- representing America around the
graduate seniors and recent world,” Congressman Rangel said.
graduates who want to begin two- “They bring new ideas, and they
year master’s programs in the fall also prove that America’s elite are
of 2011. no longer those who were born
In March 2011, the program into privilege. Rather, they are tak-
will select twenty Rangel Fellows ing advantage of an opportunity to
who will receive up to $90,000 in work their way up to an elite pro-
benefits over two years to fund fession.” graduation, embarking on one of school in fall 2011, and a mini-
tuition, mandatory fees, and living Rangel Fellows may use the fel- the most exciting and rewarding mum 3.2 GPA.
expenses for completion of two- lowship to fund graduate studies of careers in government. The application deadline is Jan-
year master’s degrees, as well as international affairs, or related sub- The program encourages appli- uary 21, 2011. Additional infor-
summer internships to promote jects, such as public administra- cations from members of minority mation about the Rangel Program
professional development. tion, business administration or groups, historically underrepre- and specific application require-
Founded by Congressman public policy, at U.S. universities. sented in the Foreign Service, and ments are available at www.rangel-
Rangel in 2002, the Rangel Inter- Those who successfully complete those with financial need. Eligibil- program.org.
national Affairs Program has the program receive appointments ity requirements include U.S. citi-
awarded more than 80 graduate as Foreign Service Officers upon zenship, plans to enter graduate
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EAGLE ACADEMY STUDENT TO ATTEND WEST POINT
Left Photo: l-r Eagle Foundation Board Member David Brand, Eagle Academy
Principal Jonathan Foy, Eagle Academy Senior Roberto Huiy, Major Michael
Burns, Minority Admissions Officer at the United States Military Academy at
West Point , Philip Banks Sr. President One Hundred Black Men of New York,
Fitzgerald Miller 2nd VP One Hundred Black Men of New York, Inc. and
retired Army Colonel Francis Kairson
Right Photo: l-r Eagle Academy Principal Jonathan Foy (partially hidden),
Major Michael Burns, Minority Admissions Officer at the United States Military
Academy at West Point; Retired Army Colonel Francis Kairson, a member of
the One Hundred Black Men and Eagle Academy senior, 16-year old Roberto
Huie, the first student from the Eagle Academy to be accepted into a US ser-
vice academy.
Photos By: Margot Jordan
n November 1 at 8:30 AM, Major When asked about joining the USMA in a time Six years ago 100 boys started class- In addressing the students on open-
O Michael Burns, Minority Admissions
Officer at the United States Military
Academy at West Point, surprised Eagle Acad-
of war he replied, “I’ve thought about that a
lot. This is a time when the country needs
leaders the most. Hopefully, if I needed, I’ll
es at the newly-organized Eagle Academy for
Young Men then located within the Bronx
School for Law, Government and Justice. The
ing day he said: “The motto of 100 Black Men
of America, Inc. is ‘What they see is what
they’ll be.’ The Eagle Academy grew out of
emy senior 16-year old Roberto Huie with his be prepared.” Eagle Academies (in the Bronx, Brooklyn and our desire to leave a tangible legacy of our 44
letter of acceptance as a Cadet in the class of On Wednesday, September 8, 2010 Queens) are sponsored by One Hundred Black year track record of commitment to social and
2015. Roberto is the first student from the the brand new $50 million, 78,500 square foot Men, Inc., a community-based organization of economic empowerment in New York City,”
Eagle Academy to be accepted into a US ser- Eagle Academy for Young Men opened at professionals with a four-decade record of “We are committed to providing a high quality
vice academy. 4143 Third Avenue, at 176th Street, between mentoring, civic involvement and leadership in education for each student in a safe and nurtur-
Roberto was greeted in the Eagle the Cross Bronx Expressway and Tremont public education. ing environment. In 2004 when the OHBM
Academy’s Senate Room by the top fifty stu- Avenue in the Bronx. The school will educate “The Eagle Academies are the One and the City of New York launched a unique
dents in the school along with Philip Banks, more than 500 boys in grades 6-12. Hundred Black Men’s response to the high initiative, a public academy for young men, we
Jr., President of One Hundred Black Men, Inc. The new $50 million, 78,500 square failure rate of Black and Hispanic boys in high wanted it to be a school whose engine would
of New York, Board member David Brand and foot, state of the art facility features: Wireless school as well as college. Our historic and be fueled by public funds, private support,
1st Vice President Fitzgerald Miller; Retired Internet connectivity throughout; Apple com- unique approach uses public/private partner- intense and creative curriculum, engagement of
Army Colonel Francis Kairson, also a member puters in every classroom; A music room with ships to create and consolidate resources. Our parents and mentoring of every student by an
of the One Hundred; Eagle Academy Principal a sound booth recording studio and a floating model combines a single-gender, experiential adult male from our community.
Jonathan Foy and Donald Ruff, Director of floor; A Senate room for debate; A full sized, approach to learning providing academic, “The Eagle Academy was born in a
College Counseling. regulation basketball court and volleyball court social and personal tools for young men to suc- partnership that committed both money and
In another special presentation, Col. in the gym, and a wall-to-ceiling partition to ceed. Additionally, we provide an example time; support and mentorship; enriching pro-
Kairson presented Roberto with a Buffalo Sol- divide the room; A modern weight room; An for young men with men taking a lead as men- grams and real financial support. We, the One
dier coin representing the 9th and 10th Caval- art room with a vaulted ceiling, a 20 x 10 ft tors and taking responsibility for raising young Hundred Black Men and the Eagle Foundation,
ries. Roberto is an only child from the Bronx. window to allow natural light throughout the men,” said Philip Banks, Jr., President of committed to provide our sons a true opportu-
Upon receiving his letter he said: “This is day, pottery wheels and a kiln; Outside terrace OHBMNY nity to succeed,” Banks concluded.
something that I’ve always wanted to do.” and Central air and heating.
* New Location 2313 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd
(bet 135th and 136th Streets)
212-662-0641
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‘HATS OFF’ TO GOVERNOR PATERSON
HARLEM . QUEENS . BROOKLYN . BRONX
GHV CHAPTER OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED FUNDRAISER LUNCHEON HONORING GOVERNOR PATERSON
T
he Greater Hudson Valley (GHV) Chap-
ter of The Links, Incorporated hosted its
6th annual “Ladies in Hats” Fundraiser
Luncheon at the DoubleTree Hotel Ballroom,
Tarrytown, New York on Saturday, October
23, 2010. GHV Chapter bestowed its note-
worthy “Hats Off Award” to Governor David
A. Paterson honoring his many years of dedi-
cated public service to the State of New York.
The GHV “Hats Off Award” is given to an
individual who has demonstrated an exem-
Photos By: Margot Jordann
plary commitment to service and years of
meaningful results that improve the lives of
those within their chapter community. In keeping with the GHV chapter’s recog- position of Governor of the State of New York. The Links, Incorporated, founded in 1946,
“We are very pleased to recognize Gover- nition of state government leaders, this year’s Enjoying a long and distinguished career with- is one of the oldest and largest volunteer ser-
nor Paterson and all that he has stood for as a Hats Fashion Show featured women in govern- in New York government, Governor Paterson vice organizations of women who are commit-
positive role model overcoming many chal- ment as hat models. The Fundraiser audience worked in elected public service since 1985. ted to enriching and ensuring the culture and
lenges throughout his life. He has demonstrat- included Links representatives such as the The Greater Hudson Valley Chapter, char- economic survival of African Americans and
ed courageous leadership under very adverse Eastern Area Director, Bishetta Merritt, as tered in 1990, focuses its primary services with- other persons of African ancestry. The Links,
circumstances. Additionally, we appreciated well as several NY area Links Chapter Presi- in four counties (Westchester, Putnam, Inc. has a membership of over 12,000 profes-
the support and attendance of The NY State dents and members representing the Big Apple Rockland, Dutchess) in New York’s mid-Hud- sional women of color serving in 272 chapters
First Lady Michelle Paterson, Congress- Cluster. son Valley region. The group has sponsored stu- in 42 states, the District of Columbia, and the
woman Nita Lowey, Assemblyman Gary Pret- The proceeds from this year’s GHV Chap- dent scholarships, arts projects with middle Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Through its
low, and other dignitaries and elected ter fundraiser will go toward supporting the school students, mentoring programs within philanthropic arm, The Links Foundation,
officials,” noted Cynthia W. Rountree, Esq., many Hudson Valley community programs New Rochelle High School and local school ren- Incorporated, the organization has contributed
President of Greater Hudson Valley Chapter. including, but not limited to Adventures in ovations and classroom support in South Africa. more than 24 million dollars to charitable
At the luncheon, Governor Paterson Learning at the Grimes School, Picture My Consistent with efforts of the national organiza- causes since its founding. Links have con-
engaged the ballroom’s standing room only World photography program at the Long Fel- tion, The Links, Incorporated, the Greater Hud- tributed about 1.2 million documented hours of
audience and addressed the numerous state low Middle School, a Prom Gown program in son Valley chapter has five focus areas – The volunteer services, during the recent biennium,
government accomplishments including his Peekskill, and the International Trends sup- Arts; International Trends; National Trends and to assist communities throughout the United
bold efforts to balance the state budget. He port of the Putellos School in Umbumbulu, Services; Services to Youth; and Health and States and developing countries in Africa. To
enthusiastically highlighted how the state is South Africa. Wellness. For more information regarding The learn more about The Links, Incorporated,
moving its governing agenda forward and Governor Paterson is the 55th and current Greater Hudson Valley Chapter of The Links, visit the website at www.linksinc.org.
acknowledged the Links organization’s com- Governor of New York State. Additionally, he Incorporated, visit their Chapter Website at
munity efforts. is the first African-American person to hold the http://greaterhudsonvalleylinksinc.org/
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HARLEM . QUEENS . BROOKLYN . BRONX
EVENTS
GAYLE KING VISITS “25 YEARS OF OPRAH” EXHIBIT AT THE
ADAM CLAYTON POWELL, JR. STATE OFFICE BUILDING IN HARLEM
(l-r) Gayle King; Greg Mills, Curator of the Art Gallery * Gayle King with several artists * artist Lance (Estos) Bradley; Earl Pinto, Collector * Gayle King; artist Cynthia Burgos
N Tuesday, November 2nd, Gail tion, Earl Pinto, Collector and to Greg Mills, It also features photographs from the original Javan Mills. The fourth display is a showcase
O King (Oprah’s best friend) joined a
small group of artist and invited
guests at the Adam Clayton Powell State
Curator of The Art Gallery.
The New York African American
Historical Society, a non-profit organization
press kit, the original movie poster and
standee as well as movie memorabilia. The
featured item in this display is the original
of the Oprah Winfrey Show featuring signed
letters to fans, Harpo signed photographs and
magazines from Vogue to Fortune featuring
Office in Harlem to view the current exhibit - dedicated to highlighting the trials and tri- box LP album signed by Steven Spielberg, cover stories about Oprah including many
“ 25 Years Of Oprah.” Gregg Mills, Curator umphs of the African American experience, Danny Glover, Whoopi Goldberg, Oprah other show items.
of the Art Gallery at the Adam Clayton Pow- in conjunction with IAMMA, Adam Clayton Winfrey, Lawrence Fishburne and Rae Dawn From humble beginnings in rural
ell Jr., State Office Building described the Powell Jr. Art Gallery and the Office of Gen- Chong. The second display is of Oprah’s last Mississippi punctuated by poverty and pain,
event as, “Pleasant and anticipating at the eral Services, proudly presents the exhibit movie Beloved, which includes a signed lim- Oprah Winfrey persevered and became one
same time. All the artists and guests were celebrating “25 Years of Oprah.” The exhibit ited edition of Journey to Beloved, also pho- of the most powerful people in the world,
glad she “finally” arrived. Immediately, she is being held at the Adam Clayton Powell Jr. tographs from the original press kit, the educating, enlightening, inspiring, and uplift-
seemed pleased, and looked as if she had State Office Building at 163 West 125th original movie poster and memorabilia. The ing millions in the United States and around
hundreds of questions to ask, but too Street in Harlem, NY, (2nd floor). feature item in this display is the dress worn the world.
reserved as she visited and slowly walked Memorabilia from movies such as by Lisa Gay Hamilton who played the young The “25 Years of Oprah” exhibit
through the Art Gallery viewing the exhibi- The Color Purple and Beloved, signed pho- Sethe in Beloved. Oprah portrayed the adult will be featured until November 23, 2010.
tion personally. Finally, like a “magic tos, letters and artwork of Oprah by local Sethe. The third display consists of paintings Individuals and groups may view exhibit by
moment” she sort of exhaled as if to say artists are being displayed. There are over of Oprah by local artists. Works of art by, contacting Greg Mills by email to
“I’m here.” Gayle King was overwhelmed thirty objects in this exhibit signed by Oprah. Jim Hill, Cynthia Burgos, Lance (Estos) gmills@moaac.org or telephone 212-749-
indeed to see all of the visual art tribute to The exhibit has four displays. The Bradley, Sonia Barnett and Kaleem Musa 5298.
“Oprah” and she expressed personal grati- Color Purple, Oprah’s first movie for which Keita will be displayed throughout the
tude to the audience, the artists in the exhibi- she was nominated for an Academy Award. gallery. The exhibit’s curator is Gregory
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HARLEM . QUEENS . BROOKLYN . BRONX
HIGHLIGHT
BP MARKOWITZ PRESENTS
PROCLAMATION,
“BROOKLYN BRIDGE”
TO HERO NYPD DETECTIVE
FERIS “JONESY” JONES
In photo (left to right): Jim Vogel, representing State Senator Velmanette Montgomery; Assembly Member
Joseph Lentol; Assembly Member Karim Camara; Assistant Chief Gerald Nelson, commanding officer of
patrol borough Brooklyn North; BP Markowitz; Detective Feris “Jonesy” Jones; Sabine Bellevue, owner,
Sabine’s Hallway hair salon. Photo by Kathryn Kirk
n Thursday, October 28, Brook- who went above and beyond the call of
O lyn Borough President Marty
Markowitz joined NYPD Detec-
tive Feris Jones, police officials and
duty, perhaps sparked by what our own
beloved Councilmember Tish James said
best, “never mess with a black woman
elected representatives at a Borough Hall when she’s getting her hair done;” and
ceremony to honor the heroism of Detec- Whereas, on behalf of all Brook-
tive Jones, who confronted a gunman lynites, I salute Detective Feris Jones a
during an attempted robbery at Sabine’s dedicated police officer whose bravery,
Hallway hair salon in Bedford- marksmanship and courage exemplify all
Stuyvesant last Saturday. that is good about the New York City
BP Markowitz presented Detective Police Department, a devoted single
Jones – who goes by the nickname mom whose children are lucky to have
“Jonesy” – with a proclamation (full text her as a role model, I commend her for
below) and a replica “Brooklyn Bridge.” her clear-headed, decisive actions that
Also present at the event were staff of clearly saved lives and brought a crimi-
the salon, who greeted Detective Jones nal to justice without the use of lethal
with flowers. Elected officials in atten- force, I join with the grateful customers
dance included Assembly Member of Sabine’s Hallway beauty salon, the
Joseph Lentol, Assembly Member Karim residents of Brooklyn, Mayor
Camara, Council Member Letitia James, Bloomberg and Commissioner Kelly in
Council Member Lewis Fidler, and rep- expressing our deepest gratitude, admi-
resentatives from the offices of State ration and respect, I congratulate Detec-
Senator Eric Adams and State Senator tive Jones as she is duly honored here
Velmanette Montgomery. today for her heroics and for being an
Proclamation: inspiration for others to follow and for
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Whereas, it is most fitting that we her much deserved promotion, I thank
recognize those extraordinary individu- her for her steadfast commitment to keep
als who are committed to upholding and the residents and community of the great
enforcing the laws of our society, main- borough of Brooklyn a safe place to live,
taining public safety, and working to work and raise a family;
improve the quality of life in our com- Now, therefore, I, Marty Markowitz,
munities; and President of the Borough of Brooklyn,
Whereas, all of Brooklyn pays tribute do hereby proclaim Thursday, October
to and thanks newly promoted Detective 28, 2010
Feris Jones, whose efforts and quick Detective Feris “Jonesy” Jones
thinking on the afternoon of Saturday Recognition Day in Brooklyn, USA
October 23, ensured the safety and well- In witness whereof, I have hereunto
being of the customers at Sabine’s Hall- set my hand and caused the seal of the
way beauty salon in Bedford Stuyvesant Borough of Brooklyn to be affixed this
and the residents of her community, and 28th day of October 2010.
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HARLEM . QUEENS . BROOKLYN . BRONX
EDUCATION
ASK MICHELLE:
CITY TECH MARKS ‘CUNY MONTH’
NEW YORK CARES DAY WITH OPEN HOUSE
T ON NOVEMBER 14
hank you, New York Cares, the service The SBHC has partnered with health and
organization that supports over 11,000 vol- mental health community programs to provide
N
unteer projects in New York City. Satur- the following services:
day, October 23, 2010 was New York Cares Day Comprehensive physical exams for sports, ew York City College of Technology’s (City Tech) Fall 2010 Open
for Public Schools. Thousands of volunteers working papers and new student admissions House on Sunday, November 14, from 1 to 4 p.m., in Downtown
spent their day off supporting over 100 schools, Mandated health services, screenings for
Brooklyn, is your chance to find out about the enormous opportunities
including schools in Harlem, painting class- vision, hearing, asthma, and other medical
rooms, hallways, murals, organizing libraries, conditions available to students.
storage closets and completing other important Medical care and treatment of chronic/ongo- City Tech is the college of technology of The City University of New
school projects. Volunteers worked along side ing illnesses and diseases York, and the largest such public college in the Northeast. Sixty-two degree
school teachers and personnel to improve the First Aid care to all students and specialized certificate programs and an outstanding faculty prepare stu-
appearance of our city schools to make a wel- Emergency care to anyone in need on the
coming, friendly environment for the students school premises
dents for careers in rapidly growing 21st century technologies and related
return on Monday morning. Much hard work and Some SBHC provide additional services fields.
many smiles later, volunteers left feeling satis- such as mental health and dental care City Tech prepares students for today and tomorrow’s careers in the tech-
fied that they had done something to improve a It is very important to know that Parental nologies of architecture, advertising and communication design, business and
little part of their world. We all can give a little Consent is required for All students receiving
marketing, computer-related fields, engineering, entertainment, graphic arts,
of our time to make this world a better place. services.
Thanks again, New York Care Volunteers. Also, The Children’s Aid Society (CAS) and the healthcare, hospitality, human services, the law-related professions, and
congratulations to the winners of the first New East Harlem Council for Human Services career and technology teacher education. At City Tech, students receive the
York Cares Student Give Back Mural Awards- (EHCHS) had partnered with the Dept. of Edu- best education available at any price and at an affordable tuition.
First Place: Vincent Panipants of Port Richmond cation to provide services in Harlem, East Tour the campus, meet faculty, students and staff, and learn all about
H.S. 11th grade, Second Place: James Stevens of Harlem and Washington Heights. CAS has 8
Port Richmond H.S. 12th grade and Third Place: sites. EHCHS has 4 sites. CAS recently received
admissions, financial aid and the College’s full range of student support ser-
Steven Edwards of Brooklyn Theatre Arts a 4 star rating for the 10th year in a row by 4 vices. All prospective students, including high school seniors or graduates,
H.S.11th grade. Mural designed by Vincent Charity Navigator for excellence in health care. transfer students, and returning adults and their families are welcome.
Panipants was painted at P.S.171 in Manhattan. The EHCHS has been providing affordable/ no The Open House will kick off at 1 p.m. in Klitgord Center Auditorium,
Check it out! Please remember those in need. cost services to more than 10,000 people each
285 Jay Street (at Tillary). For travel instructions and other information, call
The weather is getting colder. Support the New year care since 1965 to address the need for cul-
York Cares Coat Drive. turally and linguistically accessible health and 718.260.5250.
Did You Know About? human services to its community. So if your The Open House is one of several on-campus events marking CUNY
The Dept. of Health and the Dept. of Educa- child is in need of health care or if you have any Month at City Tech. Other events open to the public include a talk by Dr. Ann
tion collaboration that provides health care ser- questions regarding your child’s state of mind, Kirschner, author of Sala’s Gift: My Mother’s Holocaust Story (Nov. 11, 1
vices in many schools. The School Based Health these services are here for you as close as your
Center (SBHC) can even serve as the student’s neighborhood school The SBHC services are for p.m.), a lecture by distinguished political theorist Benjamin Barber, author of
primary care provider (PCP) or can compliment elementary, middle and high school students. Jihad vs. McWorld (Nov. 16, 4 p.m.) and a student and faculty research poster
the PCP . Enjoy! session (Nov. 18, 1 to 4 p.m.). Admission to all events is free.
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Now Enrolling for Fall Classes
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HARLEM . QUEENS . BROOKLYN . BRONX
EDUCATION
BLACK COLLEGE FAIR AT RIVERBANK STATE PARK - NOV 13
More than 40 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) on Board to Bring College
Enrollment Information to Students at New York Urban League’s 24th Annual HBCU Fair
or many potential college stu- ing HBCUs will offer application fee to get in front of Admission Directors of blacks migrating to New York City
F dents the increasing cost of col-
lege tuition can serve as a
roadblock. African American stu-
waivers, scholarship awards, and even
on-site admission acceptance offers.
Last year nearly 200 students left the
outside of the immediate NYC area,”
said Rice.
Morning workshops will help with
from the south. From its inception it
provided employment and connec-
tions for migrating blacks bridging the
dents may face additional obstacles College Fair with college acceptance college preparation and offer tips on adjustment from the agricultural/rural
related to how to complete college offers to their dream college or uni- financial aid for students, parents, and life to the industrial urban center.
applications as well as how to identify versity. More than 65 scholarships school counselors. An enlightening Each decade following, “The League”
those schools which are best suited for were awarded and over 1,100 applica- mid-day panel will help prospective provided critical services such as
their personalities and lifestyles. The tion fee waivers were offered. These students decide how to navigate along emergency aid for the unemployed
New York Urban League (NYUL) is concessions allowed students to take their educational paths. Elected offi- during the Great Depression; formed
working to help students attain high- positive action toward their futures. cials and members of the New York the Committee for Interracial Volun-
quality education despite those obsta- This one-day event allows stu- Urban League Young Professionals tary Hospitals to provide care and
cles. In conjunction with Children’s dents and their families to see the will be on hand to discuss their own work in local hospitals; negotiated the
Aid Society, and Malcolm Bernard abundance of opportunities and college experiences and share encour- opening of employment for blacks in
HBCU College Fair, the NYUL will resources available to them. Arva agement based on their personal jour- the airline, brewing, and baking indus-
host its annual HBCU Fair on Novem- Rice, President and CEO of the New neys. The panelists will talk about the tries; created “Street Academies”
ber 13, 2010 at Riverbank State Park York Urban League believes that this importance of a college education and which became a national model for
in New York City from 10:00am to annual event bridges the gap between the relationship between majors and high school students; published the
3:00pm. perception and reality for college career choices. Entertainment will not first State of Black New York report;
Many of the college representa- hopefuls. “The college admissions be lacking at the HBCU Fair this year and created its signature events
tives coming to the Fair are aware of process can be daunting. Thankfully, – a vibrant Step Showcase will give including Frederick Douglas Dinner,
the numerous barriers that students of many of the HBCUs are willing to go attendees a firsthand experience of a Whitney M. Young Jr. Classic, and
color face during the admission above and beyond to provide students prominent component of HBCUs. Champion of Diversity Breakfast
process and look for ways to make the with the resources they need to suc- About the NYUL among many other milestones. Visit
process more manageable. To address cessfully navigate the process. This The New York Urban League was http://www.nyul.org/ for additional
some of the common challenges that annual Fair is the only opportunity founded by a group of prominent New information.
students face many of the participat- some of our young people will have Yorkers concerned with the poor state
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HARLEM . QUEENS . BROOKLYN . BRONX
HEALTH
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine Receives $298,000 Grant
from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
GRANT SPECIFICALLY FOR TRAINING
IN PRIMARY CARE MEDICINE
lan Kadish, M.D., president and division of Touro College, Touro College vantaged students; and Patient Navigator focus on primary care, the College
A CEO of Touro College,
announced that Touro College of
Osteopathic Medicine (TouroCOM) in
of Osteopathic Medicine places special
emphasis on teaching and learning in the
areas of primary care and the holistic
outreach and chronic disease prevention
in health disparity populations.
Joyce Brown, D.O., clinical assistant
emphasizes the promotion of wellness
from prenatal through geriatric care.
Touro is a system of Jewish-spon-
Harlem has received a $298,000 grant approach to the patient. professor at TouroCOM, and the principal sored non-profit institutions of higher
from the U.S. Department of Health & “Traditionally, medical schools deter- investigator in the project, said the fund- and professional education. Touro Col-
Human Services (HHS) for training in pri- mine students’ abilities based on exams; ing allows the College to stay at the fore- lege was established in 1971 primarily to
mary care programs. however, we need to assess their compe- front of simulation-based training. “Our enrich the Jewish heritage, and to serve
With the new funding, TouroCOM tency in a real-world setting,” said Robert students learn not only what to do in a the larger American community. More
plans to further develop its simulation- B. Goldberg, D.O., dean of TouroCOM. medical setting, but also how to do it,” than 18,000 students are currently
based training, which includes a laboratory “Additional equipment in our medical lab she said. enrolled in its various schools and divi-
that houses critical equipment used to help will further help us best prepare our stu- TouroCOM advances the osteopathic sions. Touro College has branch cam-
students learn hands-on techniques that pre- dents, advancing them years in the profession and serves its students and puses, locations and instructional sites in
pare them to deliver quality medical care. process because they will have access to society by providing a firm educational the New York area, as well as branch
“We are extremely gratified that the lab as early as their first month of foundation that encourages research and campuses and programs in Berlin,
TouroCOM was selected to receive this medical school.” scholarly activity and participation in Jerusalem, Moscow, Paris, and Florida.
significant grant,” said Dr. Kadish. “At a According to the HHS, the grants are community service. The College func- Touro University California and its
critical time when our nation is experienc- being provided nationally to strengthen tions as an integral part of the New York Nevada branch campus, as well as Touro
ing a shortage of primary care physicians, and expand the health professions work- City/Harlem community, working with College Los Angeles, are separately
being able to offer an enhanced medical force. Six areas are targeted: primary care local schools and other colleges and uni- accredited institutions governed in com-
simulation laboratory will help attract the workforce training; oral health workforce versities to promote the study of medi- mon by the same Board of Trustees as
best and the brightest medical students, training; equipment to enhance training cine, encourage continuing development, Touro College. For further information
and go a long way towards preparing across the health professions; loan repay- increase educational opportunities and on Touro College, please go to:
them to treat patients.” ments for health professionals; health deliver medical services in a variety of http://www.touro.edu/media/.
Opened in Harlem in fall 2007 as a careers opportunity programs for disad- community settings. In addition to its
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HARLEM . QUEENS . BROOKLYN . BRONX
HEALTH
RENAISSANCE HEALTH CARE NETWORK/COMMUNITY
ADVISORY BOARD – ANNUAL PUBLIC MEETING
enaissance Health Care
R Network (RHCN) Com-
munity Advisory Board
(CAB) held their Annual Public
Meeting at the State Office Build-
ing in Harlem. This year’s theme;
was “Plant A Seed.” The guest
speaker was Manhattan Borough
Gideon Manasseh / photojournalist
President the Hon. Scott Stringer.
The Cleo Douglas Morgan
Service Award was given to Patri-
cia Johnson, Coordinating Man-
ager, HIV Services at Lenox
Clinic, Community Health Ser-
vice Award was given to Don
Dayson, M.D., Grant Housing
Health Center, and Special Appre-
ciation were given to CAB mem-
bers, Alma Alston, Bettijean L/R-Barbara Taylor (presenter)/ Virginia Robinson (Committee Chairperson)/ Diane Sin- The late Agnes Brooks
Miller, Carrie Thomas, D.G. Wil- gleton (daughter & recipient late Agnes Brooks)/ Dr. Dolores R. McCray (CAB-Chair)
son-Davis. Acknowledgement and unteer service to Renaissance tions. She gave of herself, and her has created a legacy that lives on in
Appreciation Award was given to Health Care Network Auxiliary, resources without hesitation, to her family and the community she
the late Agnes Brooks, who made CAB, and Harlem Hospital, quali- ensure the betterment of family served. Her daughter Diane Single-
her transition September 9, 2010, ties giving, was the one aspect of and friends. Her generosity and ton was the recipient of her Appre-
at the age of 93. her character that blessed so many love enabled her to make a differ- ciation Award.
Ms. Brooks many years of vol- people and communities organiza- ence in the lives of so many and
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HARLEM . QUEENS . BROOKLYN . BRONX
LITERARY CORNER
BOOK REVIEW
“ON HALLOWED GROUND”
WRITTEN AND READ BY ROBERT M. POOLE
Review by Terri Schlichenmeyer, Harlem News contributor
H
e was somebody’s baby once, and three slaves that lived on the grounds, he unknowns and Unknowns,
treasured. His mother carried him brought the mansion, gardens, and fields and a few small slave chil-
nine months, anticipating the day back to their former glory. But when Lee dren.
she’d meet him; his father secretly hoped accepted command of Virginia’s military, You know that row-
for a boy. His arrival was heralded, his says Poole, “Arlington was lost.” upon-row image of march-
childhood happy, his adolescence fleeting. Mary Anna Custis Lee didn’t want to ing white tombstones you
He grew up to be a fine man, loved by give up her family home, but when Civil get when someone men-
family and friends, known for valor and War dead were buried in her gardens, she tions Arlington National
conviction. had little choice: the war literally sur- Cemetery? You’ll get that
And now his name is etched in stone, rounded her. Lee’s husband, who listed in your mind as you listen
dead some eight decades, remembered each of their slaves by name, freed them to “On Hallowed
only by an aging few. In the audiobook all mid-War, but made it clear that those Ground”, and so much
“On Hallowed Ground: The Story of who stayed would be expected to work for more…
Arlington National Cemetery” written and future pay. A surprising number did, and Author Robert M.
read by Robert M. Poole, you’ll learn moved to the edge of the plantation. Poole reads his own work
about that soldier and the place of honor In June of 1864, a recommendation in this audiobook. His
where he and others lie. was made that the land surrounding voice is warmly commanding, and that At nearly 13 hours (but just $2 more
Robert E. Lee’s home “had the Arlington Mansion be officially “appro- puts listeners straight into the action as than the paper book), “On Hallowed
appearance of a superior English country priated as a National Military Cemetery.” Poole sets his scenes and describes histor- Ground” is an audiobook that will last
residence”, said one British visitor to the Throughout its years, Arlington has ical action. It helps that exclusive inter- you a good while. Civil War buffs will
mansion, but when Lee’s wife inherited it several times come close to being full. Its views with cemetery workers, former eat it up, as will veterans and anyone who
from her deceased father, the gift was bur- tombstones have ranged from wood to soldiers, people who were a part of wants insight to this national treasure.
densome. metal to granite and cannons. Up until rel- Arlington history, and descendants of “On Hallowed Ground” written and
The plantation had become bedraggled atively recently, the location of interment Arlington slaves are included. Though it read by Robert M. Poole
in the last years of George Washington depended on the color of a soldier’s skin. occasionally drags with detail, I was, c.2010, Brilliance Audio
Parke Custis’s life, but Lee was deter- Famous people lie in Arlington, as do the overall, amazed and thrilled with this lis- $29.99 / $30.99 Canada
mined to restore it. With help from sixty- influential and Everyman, several tening experience. 11 CDs / 12 h 49m
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FOCUS
BOMBAPLENAZO AT THE LONGWOOD GALLERY
By Howard Giske
T
he Las Casitas exhibit at Hostos Col- Rico. Mayaguez has been influenced by
lege was jam packed as participants the nearby island of Hispaniola, home of
listened to speeches and bomba and Haiti and the Dominican Republic by
plena drumming and singing, for the African influences. The centerpiece of the
opening of the exhibit. It was also Bronx exhibit was a life-size model of the front
Trolley Night on October 6th. The exhibi- of the original Casita in the Bronx, La
tion was an updated version of the one Casita de Chema, also known as Centro
that the Longwood Gallery put together in Cultural Rincon Criollo, which is located
1991 that went touring to Washington DC on East 159th St. between Third Avenue
and all over the country. The event turned and St. Ann Avenue. This is a social club
into a raucous party, with beverages and developed over thirty years ago where
hors d’oeuvres served, and as a small Bronx residents could do bomba drum-
band of drummers and singers performed, ming and singing, and play dominoes. A
people started shaking and dancing. dumpster lot was turned into a neat little
Another feature of the Casitas exhibit house and a garden. Gardens are an
were the photos of Ms. Martha Cooper important adjunct to the casita and are
and drawings by Aurelio Rivera Santana. reminiscent of house gardens in Puerto
There were paintings by other artists of Rico. Apples and strawberries are grown
scenes of Puerto Rican life, drumming alongside of beans and peppers in many
and partying, some done realistically, such gardens in New York City. Gardens
some in the style of impressionism, while are usually on city land, which can make
other drawings were in a cartoon style. participants uneasy that their permits will of drums, plus singing. The singing can were scheduled workshops on making
Wallace Edgecombe, the Director of be renewed each year. So gardens are a often be repetitive chants, as the partici- masks and playing drums. Bomba started
the Hostos Center for Arts and Culture place for people to get together to make pants dance. The Bombaplenazo festival where the sugar cane workers lived in
gave a speech both in English and Span- music and have festivals. was recently featured on Bronx Net TV Puerto Rico and their entertainment. It
ish, explaining that Bombaplenazo, which La bomba is said to be the oldest on the Open Show. Host Rhina Valentin strives to produce a feeling of community,
occurs every two years, is in its 10th year, music of Puerto Rico, followed by plena, got to interview and dance with the band, with the leaders of bomba leading the
and that the focus this year is the town of a form with more European influence. Alma Moyo. Other events of the festival audience. Instruments are drums, a type of
Mayaguez on the western coast of Puerto The music is centered on multiple players include craft making workshops. There tambourine and maracas.
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URBANOLOGY
URBANOLOGY:
FAITH
By William A. Rogers
he spiritual-science move- that you can do it. There are many attract physical and mental energy Then you must accept the fact that
T ment has created a partner- people who, for a host of different
ship between today’s reasons, do not believe that they can
scientific community and ancient raise their arm or walk - and thus
that will prevent you from creating
the life you want.
Spiritual therapy should not
true and lasting happiness cannot be
obtained externally - it has to be
developed internally. It is then nec-
wisdom adherents that’s centered on they cannot. Perhaps, due to an be confused with religion. It is essary to embrace the concept of
the concept of the manifestation accident or a mental issue, physical based more on the scientific and doing for others as you would do for
power of thought. For many it is therapy is needed to help restore spiritual concepts which maintain yourself.
still difficult to accept the fact that those abilities. In line with that that energy is the connecting force to Understanding these things
our thoughts control and influence same principle, a form of mental all things. There is a force that is a will infuse you with the courage and
our reality. Though we have the therapy is needed to restore one’s part of everything in our universe, motivation to continue to use your
power to change our reality with our positive thought manifestation abili- and faith will allow you to tap into positive thought ability to create the
thoughts - most of us lack the faith ty. that force and use it to attract all that life that you want - and the faith that
to effectively use this ability. All too Positive thought manifesta- is necessary to positively affect your there is a power greater than you
often, our ability to create the exis- tion is the ability to create exactly mental and physical reality. that will attract all that is necessary
tence that we want escapes us, what we want our physical and men- Unconditional love is an for you to achieve your goals. Most
because we tend to place more focus tal reality to be. If you are not get- important factor that is necessary for importantly, you will forge the faith
on what we don’t want, or cannot ting what you want out of life, you tapping into the positive energy not to give up. Because all things
do. need a form of spiritual therapy to force of thought manifestation. You will happen at the time that they are
If I asked you to raise your restore your ability to positively must first love and accept yourself supposed to happen.
right arm, or take five steps forward, shape the universal energy that will for who you are, and who you are
it would not be difficult to do. The allow you to achieve your goals. not. The difficult part is learning to
main reason is because you believe Negative thought manifestation will love others as you love yourself.
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LIFESTYLE
FASHION, BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE & STUFF
TIME FOR REFLECTION By Audrey Adams
T
ime, there is so much of it if find time then you end up missing to give more time to each person, DISNEY DREAMERS ACADEMY
you use it properly and so little the time to do it later because you but in reality they are taking up our with STEVE HARVEY and
of it if it's wasted. You can't will see that you are running out of time. Somehow we manage to for- ESSENCE MAGAZINE. Each year,
seem to catch up if you somehow time... again! give and forget even though they Disney’s Dreamers Academy with
manage to get behind and yet it Then there are those we count on have taken up more of our time than Steve Harvey and Essence Maga-
keeps on marching on... There is a to always be on time, especially if we intended. Go figure. zine brings 100 U.S. high school
time for everything, waking sleep- we need them to help us monitor How about time and time again... students to the Walt Disney World
ing, working, playing, eating, the .our time, they normally provide when we intend to do something Resort in Florida for an immersive
list goes on. How you spend your services and operate on time sched- and continuously forget? Or over 4-day program of career workshops
time is up to you. As a commodity, ules, trains, busses, subways and the planning to the extent that there is and mentoring – introducing stu-
time can't be sold or bartered for like. We are sometimes amused (or no opportunity for spontaneity? Is dents to leaders in fields as diverse
more time; that would require you not) if they run late, but their errors there ever a time to just be in the as entertainment, engineering, fash-
be (mean that you would be) on seem to really mess up our time! moment as life coaches are encour- ion, sports and publishing. Nomina-
someone else's time... or worse They make us realize that we should aging us to do? How many moments tions for the 2011 Disney’s
yet... borrowed time! It is also have given ourselves more time in equal too much time? What ever Dreamers Academy with Steve Har-
important to give time, even if you the first place! happened to taking your time? It is vey and Essence Magazine close in
don't have any to other people or There are those who could really said that time waits for no man or just a few days -- October 31, 2010.
efforts. Giving time requires relin- care less about our time, even woman for that matter. Be thankful To listen visit www.TalkWithAu-
quishing even more valuable... you though you are paying for their for the time you have and make the drey.com
guessed it... time! time, doctors, hairdressers, mani- most of it before today becomes Audrey Adams, former director of cor-
How do you make more time for curists etc. They tend to ignore your yesterday's tomorrow. Think about porate public relations and fashion merchan-
yourself if you don't have time? request (pleadings) to be on time; it. See you next week. dising for ESSENCE continues to motivate
Truthfully, you don't and can't but we tolerate it because to rush the RADIO ON DEMAND: This and inspire women through her syndicated
because your time isn't yours! service would mean that you won't week on TALK! with AUDREY: I columns and motivational speaking engage-
Right? Is it really possible to give get your money's worth and walk have a conversation with talk show ments. E-mail your fashion, beauty and
something that doesn't belong to out undiagnosed, misdiagnosed, host SHERRI SHEPHERD about lifestyle questions or comments to her at
looking bad with jagged cuticles to The Academy and how to nominate Audrey@THEADAMSREPORT.com THE
you? When it comes to time, the
ADAMS REPORT©
answer is yes because if you fail to boot! You see, they have to appear a high school student for the 2011
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LIFESTYLE
MORE THAN ONE WAY TO STAY TECHNOLOGICALLY CONNECTED
By: Cheryl Pearson-McNeil, Senior Vice President of Public Affairs and Government Relations for the Nielsen Company
e are some “smart cookies” as and other devices. I know this because I iPad users are 65% male and 63% are Amazon Kindle users are slightly
W my grandma would say. No,
really. Even the most techno-
logically challenged among us (or lag-
work for the Nielsen Company, the
largest marketing research company in
the world. We measure consumer
under the age of 35. Ok, so I don’t fall
into either of those categories, but I’m
hoping to have an iPad under my tree
wealthier and better educated than iPad
users. According to our survey, 28% of
Kindle users have incomes of $100K or
gards, which is the industry lingo for behavior trends – what consumers buy come Christmas morning. Oh wait – more and 57% have a bachelors or
late bloomers) is connected in some and what we watch, including mobile I’m Santa in my single-mother house- advanced degree. (Full disclosure here:
way to at least one technological toy. and online services. And, I love sharing hold; so I guess I’d better get to shop- one of the wonderful perks of working
Yes, you, too. More than likely – at the this information with you because ping and wrapping, huh? for the Nielsen Company is being given
very least – you use a computer and a knowledge is always power. (And, I iPad owners also tend to own other tech toys to try. I was given a Kindle in
mobile phone (a Smartphone if it allows want you to always be cognizant that connected items such as eBook readers, January. January. Being the laggard that
you to do anything other than the basic African-Americans bring $87 billion Smartphones, portable game players, I am I finally broke down and figured
“talk” feature). So, yes, you’re connect- dollars in buying power to the table. portable media players and netbooks. out how to use it yesterday. But I acci-
ed! Maybe even technologically savvy. This gives us economic clout.) The They are college educated (51% have a dentally hit the wrong button and it took
As for me, even though I’m not the first Nielsen Company recently released a bachelor’s degree or higher) and 25% me a whopping eight minutes to get
one out of the gate with the newest toys Connected Devices Playbook as part of earn $100K or more. Ninety-one percent back to the page I was on. If I don’t get
I admit that (even though it took me a our fourth State of the Media report. of this progressive group have down- the hang of it soon, I may have to revert
minute to get the hang of it) I am now Interestingly, the latest gadgets have loaded and purchased Apps for their to my old school ways and start buying
officially addicted to my iPhone4. The added to the consumption of more “tra- iPads with the most popular Apps being books again – where by flipping physi-
Apps on this thing are amazing. I can ditional” forms of media delivery such Games (62%), Books (54%) and Music cal pages I can get back to my spot
actually choose an OPI nail polish color as the home computer, books and game (50%). within mere seconds. For now
and see what it will look like against my consoles. While it sometimes seems that Because iPads have a larger screen I’m off to a meeting – where there
caramel skin coloring while sitting people are using iPads everywhere, size than Smartphones, its consumers will be absolutely no playing with my
through a boring meeting (which is apparently the iPad market is still in the spend more time (therefore greater fun apps!
absolutely something I would never do, embryonic stage and iPad owners are engagement) with video (movies, TV Cheryl Pearson-McNeil is the
of course. I’m just saying there’s an largely (48%) early adopters. Early shows) and “print” (magazines, news) Senior Vice President of Public Affairs
App available should I ever need such a adopters, roughly 13.5 % of the popula- content. The research shows that all and Government Relations for the
diversion). tion, are defined as those who tend to connected device owners are comfort- Nielsen Company. For more trends and
The fact is consumers are increas- jump on the new technology bandwag- able with mobile advertising; but iPad insights go to www.nielsenwire.com
ingly using connected devices such as on before the rest of us. (We all know users are much more receptive and more
computer tablets (e.g. Apple iPads), folks who have got to be the first to likely to make a purchase after viewing
eBook readers (e.g. Amazon Kindles) have the newest gadget, right?) Apple an ad on their device.
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CHURCH
CHURCH NEWS:
BEYOND THE MICROPHONE
By Bro. Bill, Host of 3G Experience,
WHCR-90.3 FM Gospel Radio
C
ongratulations Harlem News Fami- Southern Baptist Church all joined in this an information sharing network so we The Sanctuary of Praise, located at 26
ly! This is the 100th column filed wonderful afternoon of Praise. The service parents can do our part in stemming the West 127th Street, will present three days
for your enjoyment and edification. was rounded out by the appearance of the flood of violence in our beloved Harlem. of revival at the church. Rev. Joseph T.
I thank God for allowing us to maintain Wilson Singers and the Grand Concourse This Friday, November 5th, at 6:00pm Bright, Jr., will be the revivalist. Rev.
this relationship and you for allowing me Seventh Day Adventist Church Choir. the Save Our Children organization will Charolette Holley is the Pastor of Sanctu-
into your life! Let’s do 100 more! I must commend Sis. Maggie Simon meet at West 133rd Street and Adam ary of Praise.
There were many alternate activities for her vision and coordination of this ser- Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd., to release 1001 We’re glad to hear positive reports
for our children on Saturday and I was so vice. I was extremely proud of the accom- blue balloons into the night sky. We can from and about our beloved Mother
pleased to see parents walking with their plishments and the ability of the music and will reclaim the streets. All parents Sands. She has been confined to Mt.
children. The Trick or Treating that was ministry, under the direction of Bro. Greg are required to attend with your children. Sinai Hospital after a minor injury. We
conducted on Sunday – after church – Reynolds. I am extremely sensitive to A massive, positive gathering of our fami- are equally glad to speak to our beloved
was tasteful and again I was so glad to church music and am so glad that my ly will send a message to the negative Sis. Lou MacArthur. She was also under
see the parents. The costumes of the home church is still providing the best in creators in our community that they are the weather for a while.
children indicated a parental desire to church music. Rev. Jimmie Howell is the outnumbered and can’t defeat us! Don’t forget to ask about the Gospel
make a change. Rather than demonic or Pastor of St Matthew’s Baptist Church. Rev. Vernon Williams was the morn- Extravaganza in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
scary costumes, many parents had comi- More musicians, singers and pastors ing preacher for Men’s Day at the in January. Also you want to prepare for
cal, tribal, ethnic and even TV characters. should reach out to my sister Ouida Emmanuel AME Zion Church on West the 3G Experience Fishing Trip in March!
We are on the right path to alleviate the Harding and her Music for the Master 119th Street, in Harlem. Rev. William s Check out www.myvideotalk.com. It
violence in our children’s lives. Ministry. She will formulate a music also was the recipient of the Annual is the latest in media tools for the media
The Praise Team Ministry of St. instruction program that will enhance Salute to Professional People hast month conscious and there are so many enjoy-
Matthew’s Baptist Church, 43 Macomb’s your music ministry. Regardless of the on West 21st Street, in Manhattan. able things on the site. Call me after you
Place, in Harlem, presented an afternoon skill level of the musicians and choirs the The Tabernacle of Deliverance wor- look at it.
service entitled, “The Power of Praise.” training that Ouida Harding gives will shipped with Bethany Baptist Church last If you have information for this col-
The entire afternoon was built around the make a difference – check her out! Wednesday and the fire is still raging in umn please send it to me c/o PO Box 446,
Praise Theme. The St. Matthew’s Praise A new gang is forming in Harlem. our hearts. There will also be a Flea Colonial Park Station, New York, NY
and Worship Team Ministry were aug- The name is SOC. SOC stand for Save Market on Saturday, November 6th, at 10039, or face book – Brother Bill-
mented by the “Holy Movements Praise our Children. This is a network of par- Tabernacle of Deliverance, 2890 Freder- WHCR 90.3. Be sure to listen to the 3G
Dance Ministry.” Guest choirs fro Shiloh ents, community leaders and business ick Douglass Blvd. Rev. Rufus Toomer Experience, every Thursday morning
Baptist Church, Convent Avenue Baptist people who have agreed to come together and Pastor Joseph T. Bright, Jr., will from 6am to 10am. Live video and audio
Church, Mt6. Calvary Baptist Church, and network among each other and create sponsor this event. streaming on http://www.whcr.org/.
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