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14 Fun Things to Do This Weekend in Harlem and Beyond
The long-awaited new Studio Museum in Harlem building opens—plus more fun things to do this weekend. Studio Museum in Harlem Reopening Saturday, November 15 11am-9pm Central Harlem 144 W 125th St between Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and Lenox Ave The Studio Museum in Harlem's new building—seven years in the making—opens on Saturday, November 15. Tickets for opening day are currently only available on a rolling basis by signing up for the museum's mailing list. Resistance in
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The Best Places to Enjoy Coffee in Harlem
Le Musette is a cozy cafe during the day. Harlem's coffee scene continues to evolve, meaning these days you're rarely far from a spot serving excellent specialty coffee. Most don't just offer java, but destination-worthy menu items like handmade doughnuts and organic ginger juice—and even outdoor seating on a historic avenue. Two on this list are even bona fide roasters, with roasting machines on site. Here's where to find them all, from south to north: East Harlem Frenchy Co
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7 Top Thanksgiving Pie Spots in Upper Manhattan (Psst, Order Now)
Make My Cake's classic sweet potato pie. Photo: Make My Cake Don't worry about who's making the pies this Thanksgiving—these local bakeries have got you covered. From old-fashioned Southern desserts to the latest gourmet confections, there's a pie for every taste. Here's where to find 'em: Choc NYC Inwood 4996 Broadway between 211th and 212th Sts You'll find tarts rather than pies here, but these slightly more elegant confections still feature traditional Thanksgiving ing
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Top 6 Things to Get Excited About When the Studio Museum in Harlem Reopens on November 15
Here are the top six things to get excited about in the Studio Museum in Harlem's new home
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Where to Enjoy a Thanksgiving Feast in Harlem: Restaurants Open for Dine-In and Takeout
With Thanksgiving around the corner, your favorite Harlem restaurants have started posting their holiday menus. Many are even offering meals to go—for those who prefer to celebrate at home. Here, then, is a starter list of Harlem spots (to be updated closer to the holiday) that will do most of the work on Turkey Day, whether you choose to dine in or take out. Amy Ruth's Central Harlem 113 W 116th St between Lenox and Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvds Dine in and enjoy a prix fix
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6 Great Spots to Cheer and Eat Along the Marathon Route in Harlem
Marathon runners looping around Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem. The New York City Marathon is back this Sunday, November 2, with more than 55,000 runners participating in the iconic 26.2-mile race. One of the best places to catch all the action? Miles 21 and 22 in Harlem, a section of the route that has a less-crowded, almost small-town feel. This 42-block stretch—Fifth Avenue from E 138th Street to E 96th Street, with a short detour around leafy Marcus Garvey Park—is where yo
Oct 302 min read


All the Spooky Halloween Events to Check Out This Week in Harlem and Beyond
The annual pumpkin flotilla at the Harlem Meer in Central Park. Photo: Central Park Conservancy Pumpkin flotillas, scarefests, haunted cottages—and more spooky things to see and do this week in Harlem and beyond. Halloween on the Harlem Meer Thursday, October 30 4pm-7pm FREE Central Harlem The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, Central Park, 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Aves This celebration by the Harlem Meer includes family-friendly crafts, music and entertainment,
Oct 273 min read


All the Notable New Restaurants and Bars That Have Opened in Harlem and Beyond
The new Salento at 132 Hamilton Place in West Harlem. Looking to catch up on the latest restaurants, bars, and coffee shops in Harlem, Washington Heights, and beyond? Here's a running list, from a new Colombian cafe in West Harlem to a classic diner in Hudson Heights. October Salento West Harlem 132 Hamilton Pl and 143rd St Traditional Colombian pandebono (cheese bread), pastries and much more can be matched with freshly-prepared coffee at the second location of this plant-f
Oct 144 min read


The Uptown Night Market Is Back for Its Final Event Under the Arches
The Uptown Night Market returns to West Harlem on Thursday, October 9. After five seasons, the Uptown Night Market is hosting its final...
Oct 91 min read


Where to Find Farmers Markets in Harlem and Beyond
The Down to Earth Farmers Market in Morningside Park As summer winds down, farmers' markets are overflowing with fresh, local produce....
Oct 72 min read


The Ultimate Visitor's Guide to Harlem–Fall Edition: the Best Things to See and Do, Plus Where to Eat Nearby
Fall is here, welcoming a fresh wave of visitors ready to explore Harlem. If you're one of them—or happen to be hosting friends and...
Oct 14 min read


Starbucks Is Closing Two Stores in Harlem This Weekend. Here's Where.
The two locations only have hours posted through this Saturday.
Sep 261 min read


Hamilton Heights Food Co-op Features Wholesale Deliveries From 6 Local Vendors (Don't Miss the Turkeys for Thanksgiving Day)
Snowdance Farm turkeys can be ordered for Thanksgiving Day. Now in its sixth year, the Hamilton Heights Food Co-op is still going strong....
Sep 251 min read


What's Coming This Fall to Harlem and Beyond
Exciting new openings are coming to Harlem and beyond this fall
Sep 233 min read


The Sweet Life in Harlem and Beyond: 16 Bakeries and Dessert Spots for Treats Galore
Harlem Chocolate Factory's chocolate bonbons. With a string of fall holidays ahead, you might find yourself searching for sweets to share...
Sep 183 min read


Here's What's New—and Still on the Horizon—on Harlem's Rapidly-Transforming 125th Street
The new Studio Museum in Harlem opens on November 15. A wave of new buildings and businesses continues to transform Harlem's 125th...
Sep 115 min read


6 Ways to Enjoy the Last Days of Summer in Harlem and Beyond
Roller skating at Riverbank State Park. The tail end of summer is here—and it's all about enjoying the warm weather any way you can. Here...
Aug 281 min read


All the Licensed Cannabis Shops Now Open in Upper Manhattan
A new licensed cannabis dispensary has opened in West Harlem, bringing the total number of legal weed shops in Upper Manhattan to nine....
Aug 191 min read


The 51st Annual Harlem Week Kicks Off This Friday—Here Are the Events You Don't Want to Miss
Grant's Tomb is the backdrop for "A Great Day in Harlem" The 51st annual Harlem Week —a 17-day festival filled with live music, street...
Jul 312 min read


NYC Restaurant Week Is Back This Summer, and 17 Uptown Eateries Are Taking Part
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que at 700 W 125th Street in West Harlem. Seventeen uptown eateries are taking part in the latest round of NYC Restaurant...
Jul 211 min read
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