55th annual African American Day Parade marches through Harlem
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.
This year’s parade was live streamed by WABC 7.
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.
Cyril Josh Barker photos
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.
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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.
Go to africanamericandayparade.com for more information.
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Hurry! The CJ Hendry Roosevelt Island Exhibit ‘Flower Market’ Gets A New Location For Its Final Day
The adorable, Instagrammable CJ Hendry Roosevelt Island exhibit, Flower Market, is relocating for its final day in NYC.
A conceptual collaboration between Cle De Peau and the artist, the September 13th-15th extravaganza features 100,000 plush flowers ripe for the picking (for free).
If you ask us, it’s a lovely alternative to your weekly farmer’s market run. (Plus, you won’t have to stress about keeping your blooms alive and well.)
The CJ Hendry Roosevelt Island Exhibit relocates
Originally set up on Roosevelt Island, the colorful faux botanic display rivaled NYC’s best gardens, but for reasons unknown, its original location terminated the event.
“We’re really sorry, we did a thing – it was great — we got shut down,” Hendry said on Instagram about its temporary home: the 120-ft-long greenhouse at the Four Freedoms Park Conservancy.
She kept her word to fans and managed to secure a new location for the market’s final hoorah on Sunday, September 15th.
Now, the gorgeous creations have made their way to Brooklyn.
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From 10am-5pm at Industry City, the borough’s beloved creative hub, visitors can come select a plush bloom of their choosing for free.
Registration is not required, and the only thing you’ll need to possibly do is wait in line, should there be one upon arrival.
“There are no tickets. Just arrive and wait in line if there is one,” the artist said.
Considering the exhibit drew such a large crowd — even Martha Stewart was in attendance earlier in the week — we’d highly suggest making your way over for a few snaps.
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Faux sunflowers, lilies, roses and beyond are waiting for you, and we’re certain your bouquet will add an adorable pop of color to your apartment.
Industry City, 51 34th St, Brooklyn
September 15th
Information is available via flowermarket.nyc. We’ll see you over at Industry City! What florals are calling your name?
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