Environment
Harlem Word: Donte Taylor talks about children’s programs at the New York Restoration Project
Donte Taylor talks about children’s programs at the New York Restoration Project
Harlem Word: Donte Taylor tells us where to find some of the New York Restoration Project’s best Northern Manhattan gardens
Harlem Word: Donte Taylor tells us where to find some of the New York Restoration Project’s best Northern Manhattan gardens
Donte Taylor is the Manhattan Regional Manager for the New York Restoration Project (NYRP). In this article, Donte talks about NYRP’s the different Manhattan gardens that NYRP oversees in Northern Manhattan.
Harlem Word: Donte Taylor shares the history of the New York Restoration Project
Harlem Word: Donte Taylor shares the history of the New York Restoration Project
Healthy Tip of the Week (HTW) July 1-7
HTW # 189 Fireworks have become the main part of many celebrations, such as 4th of July and New Year’s. The main ingredient in fireworks is an
HHPC's Dr. Alwyn Cohall supports cap on sale of large sugary drinks
Statement: Dr. Alwyn Cohall, Director, Harlem Health Promotion Center, Columbia University
You could help researchers understand how racism affects health
If you are an African American 18+ years old, living in Harlem or Bedford Stuyvesant you may be eligible to participate in a study on how racism affects health. The Black LIFE Study will be randomly contacting households in the two neighborhoods in the Fall of 2024. Participants receive $100. For more information about the study, see the attached flyer.
Did you know…that you can be prepared for an emergency?
Did you know...that you can be prepared for an emergency?
What is emergency preparedness?
Emergency preparedness is being able to respond to an emergency in amatter of seconds. You could be directed to leave your home/apartment byan official or there could be a fire or gas leak. There are many reasons why you have to be quick on your feet in an emergency.
Harlem & The Future
The Historic Districts Council is hosting a conference on Harlem, gentrification, and how we can keep Harlem's character alive into the future. This day-long event will feature talks, a walking tour, and a film screening. This is a great opportunity to learn about what we can do to preserve the community we love!
Vote HarlemGrown for Seeds of Change Grant!
Harlem Grown, a local organization devoted to bringing urban farming and greenery to Harlem, is in the running for a major grant—and they need your help! The Seeds of Change Grant Program will be giving money to organizations working to bring gardens to their communities, and they want you to decide who gets it!
