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03/08/2025

1914 - Two of New York's leading burlesque entertainment operators obtain a 30-year lease on the newly constructed theater. The theater opens as Hurtig and Seamon's (New) Burlesque Theater. African- Americans are not allowed in the audience.

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03/08/2025

Cooking Across Borders with the League of Kitchens

March 11, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm

The founder of New York’s beloved cooking school joins special guests to celebrate the culinary expertise of women and immigrants from around the world.

Food speaks a language that transcends cultures. In 2014 Lisa Kyung Gross founded the League of Kitchens to help empower immigrant women to share their culinary expertise and culture through hands-on workshops in their homes and online. Kyung Gross’s unique cooking school blends storytelling with practical cooking advice. A dream-team of women from around the world welcome students into their homes, teaching family recipes from Mexico, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Afghanistan, India, Argentina, Japan, Iran, and beyond. The new The League of Kitchens Cookbook invites readers to bring the classes into your own kitchen.

In-person registration for this event has sold out, but livestream tickets are still available. A limited number of standby tickets may be available on the night of the event.

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03/08/2025

Join us for an uplifting experience at Gospel Concerts! 🎶✨ Discover how live gospel music can enrich your spiritual journey. Don't miss out on the opportunity to feel the positive vibes and connect with like-minded souls! Learn more here: https://wix.to/9DSGBm8

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03/08/2025

Women Reading Dangerously: Teaching About the Fight Against Censorship

March 12, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Learn about the historical struggle for information on reproductive rights & the fight against censorship with our new curriculum guide.

The fight for information about reproductive rights has been an enduring one. Learn how Anthony Comstock’s vision of censorship had a lasting impact on American society and how women of the 19th and 20th centuries fought back by demanding greater freedoms in their political and economic lives. Explore this case study and others in Reading Dangerously: Censorship and the Freedom to Read in 20th-Century America, a new curriculum guide developed by NYPL’s Center for Educators and Schools, which includes tips for teaching with primary documents, ready-to-use discussion questions and activities, and historical context essays—designed to help teachers support middle- and high-school students on exploring the history of censorship. Plus, explore Banned: Censorship and the Freedom to Read, the Library’s new online exhibition that highlights key conflicts over censorship: https://on.nypl.org/4ikzPQo

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Location
New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
76 5th Avenue
New York NY 10018 USA

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03/08/2025

✨ "The trip to see the Gospel Choir in Harlem was the highlight of our trip to New York!" –

There’s nothing quite like the electrifying energy of Harlem’s gospel choirs! From the moment you step into the church, you’re surrounded by the spirit of uplifting music, harmonies that touch your soul, and an atmosphere filled with pure joy. 🙌🏾

If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience that connects music, history, and community, this is it! Book your Harlem Gospel Series Tour today! 🎟️📍

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03/07/2025

3/7/1965: U.S. Supreme Court upholds key provisions of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

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03/07/2025

- Never forget that everything Hi**er did in Germany was legal..... Martin Luther King, Jr.



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03/07/2025

History has shaped Harlem into the cultural beacon it is today, and understanding its past helps us appreciate its resilience. One of the pivotal moments in Harlem’s history was the Harlem Riot of 1935—considered by many as the first modern race riot in the U.S.

Why does this matter today? The Harlem Riot of 1935 was not just a reaction to a singular event; it was the boiling point of systemic oppression and economic disparity. Understanding this history empowers us to learn from the past, challenge injustice, and build a more equitable future.

👉🏾Visit https://bit.ly/3r1I5eY to dive deeper into the cultural legacy of this powerful community.

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03/06/2025

Harlem Jazz Series

We had a really memorable visit to the Harlem Jazz Series. We saw TK Blue and his Trio who are truly talented musicians. We would definitely recommend a visit. Such lovely people.

Sharon Hanks

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03/06/2025

3/6/1857: U.S. Supreme Court issues Dred Scott decision, African-Americans (enslaved or free) could not be American citizens.

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03/06/2025

- Never succumb to the temptation of bitterness....... Martin Luther King, Jr.



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03/06/2025

2025 Women's Jazz Fest: Somi

March 10, 2025 7:00pm - 8:30pm

The Schomburg Center’s annual Women's Jazz Festival (WJF) is celebrating 33 years of centering Black women in the field of jazz. The Women’s Jazz Festival was founded in 1992 by then Harlem resident and jazz vocalist, Melba Joyce. Year after year, the festival and its curators have brought together musicians, dancers and a melding of musical genres to deliver an exciting series of concerts featuring some of the best-known and emerging talent by women in jazz today. The 2025 festival will be held in person on March 10,17, and 24.

Join us for opening night of the Women's Jazz Festival with the return of Somi!

General Admission $35 // Schomburg Society Member* $25 (Plus Eventbrite fees)

More Info: https://on.nypl.org/4ibJisS

Location
Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
515 Malcolm X Boulevard at 135th Street
New York NY 10037 US

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03/06/2025

The brothers became stars of the Harlem Renaissance era, frequently appearing at The Cotton Club, where they performed alongside legends like Duke Ellington and Cab Calloway. They took Hollywood by storm, starring in iconic films such as Stormy Weather (1943), where their legendary staircase dance routine remains one of the most celebrated dance sequences of all time.

Despite the racial barriers of their time, the Nicholas Brothers shattered ceilings, earning the admiration of Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, and Mikhail Baryshnikov, who called their performances “the greatest dance sequences ever filmed.” Their legacy lives on, inspiring generations of dancers, from Broadway to hip-hop.

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03/05/2025

3/5/1989 - African-American sculptor Richmond Barthé died in Pasadena, California at the age of 88 .

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03/05/2025

3/5/1770: Crispus Attucks, an African-American became the first casualty of the American Revolution when he was shot and killed in what became known as the Boston Massacre. He was very skilled at buying and selling cattle.

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03/05/2025

Mount Morris Park Tour with lunch

The Gen of NYC - Carolyn was a fantastic tour guide with a passion for Harlem. The history both past and present was astonishing. As if the tour was not great enough, we also went for a fabulous cultural lunch. Harlem truly is the gem of NYC!

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03/05/2025

Amateur Night at the Apollo: Semi-Final

April 9, 2025 7:30pm

The competition heats up as winners from the first round of Amateur Night return for a chance to advance one step closer to the $20,000 grand prize. Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at The Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a classic talent competition that has launched the careers of countless legendary artists, from Ella Fitzgerald, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, Machine Gun Kelly. and Jazmine Sullivan.

T‍ickets: Start at $33
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Location
Apollo's Historic Theater
253 West 125th Street
New York NY 10027 US

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