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Born on October 13, 1925, in Boston, Massachusetts, Vera Francis emerged as a vibrant figure in the entertainment world. With a passion for performance, she made her mark as an actress known for her roles in notable films like Devil Goddess (1955) and I’ll Give My Life (1960). Vera’s journey took her from the bustling streets of Boston to…
The African American Day Parade, Inc. (AADP) hosted the 55th annual parade Sunday in Harlem.
This year is the 55th milestone of the celebration that takes place every third Sunday in September in Harlem. Starting from 111th Street and ending at 137th Street up Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard, marching bands, community-based organizations, performance groups, floats, civil servants, fraternities & sororities, celebrities, public leaders and more were showcased.
Since its inception, AADP has focused on five basic components: business, education, health, politics/government and arts/culture. This year’s parade theme was Good Leaders = Good Government…VOTE!” Parade officials invited those in the political and government sectors who have made key contributions to the African American community as grand marshals, marshals, and honorary guests.
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On Saturday, the day before the parade, AADP hosted the 2nd Annual “Get Involved” Community Literacy, Health & Culture celebration at the Plaza of the State Office Building on 125th Street and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard. AADP provided, books, community resources and live performances.
The African American Day Parade Breakfast Committee (AADPBC) kicked off parade day with a breakfast. This year highlighted the 22nd year of the breakfast celebrating the accomplishments of community leaders, organizations, and individuals who have played a major role in building and supporting Harlem and its residents.
This year’s honorees were Assemblywoman Inez Dickens, Dr. Hazel N. Dukes of the National NAACP Board of Directors, President and CEO of the Apollo Theater, Michelle Ebanks, Anthony Harmon of the United Federation of Teachers, Dr. Traci Fubert Gardner, David Johnson, Senior Advisor to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Errol T. Louis of NY1 News and Marc H. Morial, President of the National Urban League.
The AADPBC also presented scholarships to nine local college students.
The Central Park Conservancy is undertaking its most ambitious project to date: the transformation of the former Lasker Rink and Pool into the new Harlem Meer Center. This $150 million renovation aims to seamlessly integrate the facility into the landscape, expand outdoor activities, and increase accessibility for surrounding communities. As stated on their opening page,…
Leviev joined designer Bach Mai as presenting partner of the Bach Mai Spring/Summer 2025 “Invincible Summer” fashion show on September 8, 2024, at New York Fashion Week at NYC’s Chelsea Factory. For the jewelry house’s scintillating Fashion Week debut, Leviev paired fine jewelry with eleven Bach Mai runway looks. “… 32-carat fancy yellow diamond center stone.” The collaborators…
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