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Mayor Dinkins delivers keynote at MLK luncheon
The Black Agency Executives organization recently held its 38th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Luncheon.The Honorable David Dinkins, New York’s first and so far only Black mayor, was the keynote speaker.
Ralph Gilmore: Father, artist and ‘Mayor of Harlem’
When 40-year-old graphic designer Ralph Gilmore was growing up in Harlem, he was exposed to limited career options.
Nas play brings sold-out audience to the Schomburg
Nas is having a big year in media, and he got even more shine this past November with a play inspired by his classic debut album, “Illmatic.”
Determined to Educate gala honors community leaders
The sixth annual Determined to Educate Gala kicked off early November with a room full of spirited, well-dressed revelers in Manhattan.
MoMA releases footage of newly discovered 101-year-old Black film
The Museum of Modern Art has unearthed a 101-year-old treasure in the form of a previously unknown Bert Williams film.
Jewish Museum showcases Black abstract expressionist painter Norman Lewis
The Jewish Museum, located at 1109 Fifth Ave. on Manhattan’s Museum Mile, has a couple of surprises for visitors.
Three Harlem art galleries commemorate the 40th anniversary of ‘For Colored Girls’
Curated by art aficionado Souleo, “i found god in myself” commemorates the 40th anniversary of the first performance of “For Colored Girls.”
New television series ‘Black-ish’ promises big laughs
Tracee Ellis Ross just might have another hit show on her hands. The “Girlfriends” alum is set to co-star in the new ABC series “Black-ish,” which also stars Anthony Anderson and Laurence Fishburne.
AfroPunk Fest: Seen and heard
The 10th annual AfroPunk Festival at Brooklyn’s Commodore Barry Park brings sights and sound.
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