Harlem Bespoke: A historically distinguished brownstone at Number 205 West 139th Street by Adam Clayton Powell within the Strivers Row Landmark District has recently arrived on the market for $2.75 million $2.595 million and is in the much coveted single-family layout.  McKim, Mead and White was the most renowned architects of the gilded age and built these townhouses as a cornerstone to one of Harlem’s most beautiful block.  There are a lot of original details within along with a garage and private driveway out back that each Strivers Row home is notably known for.  As many uptowners know, this was the neighborhood for many established Harlem Renaissance luminaries during the early decades of the past century. More details, contact information and photos can be found on Streeteasy: LINK

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Harlem Bespoke:  Mark those calendars for a great day in Harlem featuring food, vendors and a stage with live entertainment. The annual celebration will be set up on 12th Avenue at the north end of the viaduct with great views of the Hudson just steps away. 

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Harlem Bespoke: Those thinking about a great place to celebrate all the dad’s out there should consider Dinosaur Bar-B-Que on 125th Street by 12th Avenue.  Grilling is popular during the summer but the difference with Dino BBQ is that all of the meats are pit-smoked for 14 hours before finally finishing things off with a glaze on high heat.  Even with so many wing joints opening up in Harlem in 2015, nothing will probably be able to match the smokey flavor of one of the city’s best BBQ spots located in Manhattanville.  We also especially love the brisket and ribs along with a side of fried green tomatoes.  There is usually a wait for a seat but this is one place that is definitely worth it.

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If you love a mystery, teamwork, New York City, or just being outside, this immersive event may be the ideal weekend activity for you.

Back for its second year, The Great Gotham Challenge will venture into Central Park on Saturdays throughout the summer.

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In the challenge, teams race around Central Park for an immersive puzzle adventure, finding clues throughout the park, while learning secrets and little-known history about the well-known space. At the end, teams will enjoy a picnic provided by the Great Gotham Challenge. Part trivia competition, part relay, this event combines teams’ savviness of New York food, live theater, history, plus embedded technology to create an unforgettable experience.

Teams of two to four people can compete. To succeed, teams will need to break codes, solve riddles, and Google some interactive clues to help win the challenge. 

All teams meet near Central Park’s Bethesda Fountain (the exact location revealed the day prior to the event) for the race to kick off and all ages are welcome. The challenge requires participants to walk at least two miles, and some stairs are also on the route. The events lasts 3-5 hours, depending on how quickly teams solve the clues and make it to the finish line. 

Teams must be fully formed before participating, but you’ll meet and mingle with competitors before and after the race. The first Great Gotham Challenge kicks off on Saturday, June 10 with starting times ranging from 1pm – 2:30pm, though some slots are filled out, as space is limited. Tickets are $199. 

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The weather for this week in NYC is looking gorgeous–perfect timing for GreenThumb to host the the sixth-annual Open Garden NYC event that opens the gates of hundreds of community gardens to New Yorkers for a weekend of free activities and exploration!

And with the start of June this week and the summer quickly approaching, what better time than to spend as much time outdoors as we can?!

Tbis weekend, hundreds of gardens across the city will be seeking out people to contribute a few extra hands for garden projects–from planting produce and flowers to hosting events. Beginners and experienced gardeners alike are welcome!

The GreenThumb community gardens are all volunteer run and serve as a great way for people to come together over growing food and community, meet new people, and explore some of the city’s best green spaces.

Events across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and The Bronx include things such as cooking demonstrations, arts and crafts, garden tours, music, composting workshops, storytelling, and more.

Open Garden NYC is taking place on Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4. More information including a full list of free weekend events can be found here.

Open Garden NYC

Various locations

Saturday, June 3 & Sunday, June 4

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