Q- Baaaaarrb!!!!!

Aight, I know the alumni site is trying to knock this Blog out the box, but we still here baby!!! That being said, the alumni site has restarted a lot of old friendships and I'm trying to lobby for an ol' fashioned BBQ or get together. We want to know what you guys think, so holla at me. Also hating or no hatin', spread the word about the alumni site. Class of '92 please standup!!!!! Lata.

If you don't know now you know...know

Aight they made me do it. Somebody finally tryed to upstage my blog. I don't know who Ning is, but I'm ready to drop bombs on you homie!!!! I'm da originator homie!!!!! This is war right now. But, I must admit, if you haven't heard about http://mcsmalumni.ning.com/ please go check it out and join. This ain't over Ning!!! Belieeee dat!!

Let's Dance!!

Aight come get your dance on!

GREETINGS ALL,

FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE IN THE NEW YORK AREA THE MONTH OF MARCH I WILL BE TEACHING FREE AFRICAN DANCE CLASSES ON MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS.

LOCATION:

MONDAYS
@ STANLEY ISAACS BEACON PROGRAM
96ST & 3RD AVE
7-9PM

WEDNESDAYS
@ COUNTEE CULLEN BEACON PROGRAM (DIVISON OF THE HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE)
144ST BTWN (7TH) ADAM CLAYTON POWELL & (8TH AVE) FREDERICK DOUGLAS BLVD
6:30-8PM



ALSO ON SATURDAY, MARCH 29 I WILL BE TEACHING @ a DRUM AND DANCE WORKSHOP EACH CLASS IS 1 -1 1/2HRS IN DURATION

DRUM CLASS W/ ADE 11-12PM
12:30-2PM AFRO CARIBBEAN/ AFRICAN DANCE W/ ANTHONY DIRECTOR OF BOKANDE DANCE COMPANY
2-3:30PM AFRO CARIBBEAN W/ CRYSTAL HARRISON
3:30-5PM WEST AFRICAN DANCE W/ DENICA ABDUR-RAZZAAQ

$10 DONATION SUGGESTED FOR THIS WORKSHOP


HOPE YOU CAN MAKE IT,
DENICA.

Psst...Wanna Make Some Money?

Happy New Year and blessed greetings to everyone.

Last year, our classmate Kamal Cubas reached out to us about an amazing business opportunity, one that could indeed change our lives and offer us financial freedom; as he currently enjoys the beginnings of living the rest of his life having his time back! He does not work the traditional 9 to 5 anymore & grows his money, now, 24 hours everyday!!

I made the decision to take on this opportunity and am here to tell all of you that Kamal was on point with this one; it's very real! By being humble, coachable and "smart" working, Kamal is showing and working with me on growing my involvement in receiving passive and residual income.

I am indeed on my way to achieving "financial freedom", which is far greater than being "comfortable and secure". In just 3 months, I have already reached an executive position in the company and am part of a team of documented millionaires, OUR AGE. I'm sure that many of us have jobs that we enjoy, while some of us may hate going to work everyday. Well, the beauty of this opportunity is that we can offer those who are seriously looking for more, a way to achieve this in 12 to 24 months! No joking. This opportunity again I stress, is only for those who seriously want change in their lives.

I believe they are many out there who want more - more money, more time for family, more time and ability to help others, and more time to just plain 'ol live life for real. Now is the time that we can all make that happen. I'm doing it, Kamal is doing it, and we can all do it. You all know me, I haven't changed and I would never misrepresent myself by presenting to my friends some BS that doesn't work. With that said, I would like to invite all of you on a day trip to experience and bear witness to this opportunity. Next Saturday, January 12th, our mentors are hosting an event in Baltimore, Maryland, where you will be introduced to what our opportunity has to offer. It will be hosted by the CEO, President and Co-founders of our team who partnered their organization with this company in June of 2006 and have literally made millions.

I implore all of you to seriously consider attending, it is free for all. For all those that are interested, please email me at coop_ra@hotmail.com and we will work on a plan for this Saturday January 12th, to take a day trip to visit with Kamal and his...and now our, partners & mentors.

Peace and love...


Rasheeda Cooper

Showtime at the Apollo!!!

Come out & support thsi sister please!!!!

Greetings All,

Please forgive me for not responding to all of your emails. This has been an extremely busy and hectic time of the year for me. Between balancing family, work, rehearsals, performances, and teaching classes all I look foward to is seeing my bed when I get home. With that said I have 1 more performance before the year comes to an end @ the Legendary Apollo Theater with Forces of Nature Dance Theater. The date is Friday December 28th @ 7:30pm tickets are $12. This event is a family series Kwanzaa Program so take advantage of the ticket prices. Again please forgive me for the last minute notice. Hope you can make it.

Enjoy yourselves an family during this Holiday season be safe and continue to be the radiant expression of holy life that you are!

Peace,

Denica

Christmas at Tiffany's?

Happy Holidays family, as many of you know I am in the mortgage industry and it being the end of the year I am offering some incentives for referral business. I currently pay $500 for a referred client who closes a loan with my brokerage. Due to the holidays I'm going to spice it up a little with some season spirit. If you refer a client to me who closes on a mortgage from now until Jan. 10, you will recieve the $500 plus a $250 or $500 Tiffany & Co. gift certificate. This is for real. So speak to friends, members of your church congregation or your co-workers. We handle purchases, refinances, construction loans and more. If you have any questions e-mail me at jamall12@yahoo.com and I'll explain anything that might be left out. So show me a lil' support and I'll so some holiday love!

Vote or Die Huh? Can You Believe This?!!

I'm sure most of you have heard of 'The Voters Right Act' that was signed by Lyndon B. Johnson in 1965. If you haven't..it supposedly allows black people the right to vote and was amended again by Ronald Reagan until this year. Supposedly G.W.(George Bush) assured the NAACP that he would sign the act for another 25 years! Am I the only one who doesn't understand how this even came about? All I want to know now is what y'all think regarding this. This is truly unbelievable.

The Lil' Harlemite

Let's Show Our Support

Hey folks let's show some support for Denica! Chk out her post:

Greetings All,

Hope all is well. The reason for this email is that my husband Faheem is releasing his first solo album and we need your support in making this successful. We're not asking that you buy the entire album but to only buy one song for $1. Reason being is that he is trying to get representation in Midem and he needs a certain amount of downloads in order to qualify. His music is positive, uplifting, thought provoking, and constructive. His link is www.zoomoozik.com/ftheelemental your support in this matter is greatly appreciated.
Feel free to share this info with anyone you think may be interested.

Take Care

Denica

It's Late But Let's Still Participate!

There was or is a blackout going on from the 1-3rd of this month. We are supposed to keep our dollars in our pockets and not buy anything. Being so most of you are getting this late try and implement this blackout for at least one day! We should try and show some solidarity. Sorry about the lateness, but let's try and support!

Check In & Don't Go Broke!

Ok folks...we need a check list for everyone that will be in attendance for Kamal & Ena's financial opportunity seminar. Either contact him at kmrcubas@hotmail.com or me at jamall12@yahoo.com with the info. Peace.

Finances!!!!

Ladies and Gentlemen,
Mr. Cubas has extended another opportunity for you to better your financial situation. Pay attention to the message regarding when and where this will take place:



"I want to remind all that we are getting together one more time in the next couple of weeks. This date will be Saturday, September 29th, at the Hilton Hotel on 53rd Street and 6th Avenue at 9am Sharp! Please, all in attendance must be dressed business casual. This means no jeans and the like people (ha,ha ).

The meeting scheduled has taken a turn for the better and will have in attendance multimillionaires who will be speaking with us. Please come with an open mind. Please bring anyone with you who you honor love and/or respect. This opportunity is one which will not repeat itself in the year of 2007. I would like all who have made the decision to attend to please RSVP me at this email address kmrcubas@hotmail.com and I will establish a place for us to gather before entering the venue. This meeting will be attended by people from all over the country, and I have been told that some will be traveling from overseas. Ena and I have been given allowance to invite persaonal guests and we must report a number by the end of this week.

Jena 6

Tommorrow is the judgement for the young men in Jena. It has been asked that everyone wear black in support of there trial and their livelihood. Click on the link to sign a petition that has been going around. Also click on the link for a YouTube video on the topic; I had a slight mishap with the video but you can still click on it and view. Here's an e-mail that was sent to me regarding the trial.



colorofchange.org/jena/

It is wonderful to promote your business and entertainment news. This is important information that will benefit us all in America! It's 2007 and we are still fighting this bull. MLK started it and the struggle continues!!!



Mark this day in your book. Michael Baisden is asking all to attend the sentencing of the Jena 6, Louisana young black boys on September 20, 2007. These boys can go to prison for life behind a high school fight against white students. This is serious family, and could be any one of our youths. If you are unable to show up and send a message about Racisim than Michael Baisden is asking all to wear Black that day for Unity and send a silent or loud prayer to those young men who are fighting racisim on behalf of us all.

American Legacy Family Reunion

Ms. Aisha Stocks forwarded something to me that I think is important to all of us. Check out this event taking place in D.C. :

New York, NY (BlackNews.com) - Join family and friends in historic Washington, DC, on September 21-23, 2007 for American Legacy's Family Reunion Weekend -- A Celebration of Family, sponsored by Washington DC Convention & Tourism Corporation.

Washington, DC is a city rich in African-American culture and heritage. Each and every one of its historic monuments, memorials, museums and walking tours has a story to tell, and each story is part of a larger saga of African-American history in the nation's capital--from the quiet perspective of the Willard Hotel, where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. drafted his famous "I Have a Dream" speech to the Lincoln Theatre's historic stage, where renowned artists continue to shine in the shadow of celebrated performers.

The cost to attend the American Legacy's Family Reunion Weekend is $39.95. Attendees will receive a reunion toolkit and a subscription to "American Legacy" magazine. The weekend includes the following activities:

Friday, September 21, 2007
Welcome Reception
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
African-American Civil War Memorial Freedom Foundation and Museum
1200 U Street NW

Saturday, September 22, 2007
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Family Reunion Planning Workshops
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
400 New Jersey Avenue, NW

Workshop topics will include the following:
* History of African-American Family Reunions
* Basic Genealogy -- Starting Your Research
* Organizing and Planning
* Financing and Budgeting for your Family Reunion
* Financial Planning and Your Family's Future
* Family Health Heritage and Family Reunions
* Family Reunion and Hotel Planning
* Washington, DC Convention & Tourism Corporation: Partnering for Success
* Travel options and tourism ideas

1:00 PM Lunch will be served
1:30 PM Walking Tours of Historic African-American Sites

Sunday, September 23, 2007
Optional: Worship Service at a Historic African-American Church of your choice and Gospel Brunch

For additional information on how to register for the American Legacy Family Reunion Weekend contact Debbie Daniels, American Legacy at 212-367-3154 or by email at ddaniels@forbes.com

Stuck? You Pay Me

Check this out...I'm sittin' here watchin' my man Dominic on Inside City Hall, and Mike Bloomy is paying $400 for high school graduation, $600 for each regents exam passed? What's going on?! Should a mo-fo get paid for what they s'pposed to be doing!!? A lot of interesting topics arise when we discuss this. Should this be looked at like a way for poverty stricken people to get ahead or is it just another hand out? My thing is at what point would you stop this program and what happens when everybody and, literally, they mama go graduate to get a check...Now if you ask "how we goin' pay for it?", it would be from private funds. So again, what's really good? Does it help to pay parents to come to the PTA meetin'? Please tell me what you all think?


The Lil' Harlemite

Another Fun Day!

Aight......Ms. Rasheeda Coop's has been harrassin' me and buggin' me about how she got this going on n' that going on, so I'ma put y'all on. She is trying to organize a Ski Trip for 2008. You can find out exactly where the trip will be and the cost by contacting Ms. Cooper at coop_ra@hotmail.com. So holla at her so she can stop hollerin' at me! Seriously though (& I'm only kiddin' Coop's), it sounds like a lotta fun folks, so let's try to make this happen.

While You Paradin'.......

If you don't know Harlem is where it's at. This is never more true than during the 38th Annual African American Day Parade. The Parade marches down Adam Clayton Powell Blvd (7th Ave) from 111th to 142nd or 145th street every year. So while your enjoying the Harlem festivities go chk out Leo, SoArt & AllHipHop.com on 5th Ave at Nubian Heritage. Come out Sunday and support African Americans and show your love for Hip Hop. I'll see y'all there!

The Lil' Harlemite

It's About That Education

Hey everybody,
Many of us have gone on and obtained our Under Grad & Graduate degrees and some of us have not. Here's some helpful information regarding a Grad school fair if you've been considering attending Grad school or know someone that this could benefit. It's FREE.....Check it out.


I am writing to invite you to our third season of Idealist.org fairs for Graduate Degrees for the Public Good.

These fairs are a resource for all new, aspiring, and mid-career
nonprofit and public service professionals who want to learn more
about their graduate education options.

As you can see in more detail at http://www.idealist.org/gradfairs
this year we'll be in the following cities on these dates:

Sept. 18 -- Philadelphia, PA
Sept. 24 -- Boston, MA
Sept. 26 -- Washington, DC
Sept. 28 -- New York, NY
Oct. 15 -- Minneapolis, MN
Oct. 16 -- Chicago, IL
Oct. 18 -- Denver, CO
Oct. 23 -- Seattle, WA
Oct. 25 -- Portland, OR
Oct. 29 -- San Francisco, CA
Oct. 30 -- Los Angeles, CA
Nov. 1 -- San Diego, CA
Nov. 6 -- Nashville, TN
Nov. 8 -- Greensboro, NC
Nov. 12 -- Austin, TX
Nov. 15 -- Atlanta, GA

At these fairs you will have the opportunity to:

* Meet with admissions staff from public interest and social change
graduate programs, including Social Work, Public Administration,
International Affairs, Education, Public Policy, Divinity, Nonprofit
Management, Environmental Sciences, Public Health, Law, and Business.

* Attend a Graduate School Q & A with graduate admissions staff.

* Learn about test-prep strategies from The Princeton Review.

The fairs are FREE and open to the public.

For more information, to register, and to see which schools have
registered for each fair, please visit:

>http://www.idealist.org/gradfairs

Click on your city (on the column on the right), and then on
Registration on the top right. The list of registered schools is at
the bottom of each city page.

The 2007 season of Idealist.org grad fairs is generously supported by The Princeton Review, at http://www.princetonreview.com

Please help us spread the word about these events by sharing this
message with friends and colleagues. Thank you, and I look forward to
seeing you there!

Jung Fitzpatrick
Graduate Education Communications Coordinator
Action Without Borders

Put Ya Two Cents In

We have recently added a couple thangs to attempt to make the blog a lil bit more enjoyable. Now I looking for some suggestions to make it even more comfortable or enjoyable. So what you think? What could we add to better the blog? Maybe you would like to be more informed on somethin' or see some comical....whatever the case holla at us 'bout it & we'll try to get it done for you. Remember this is for you & by you, so put ya two cents in. I'll Holla!

The Lil' Harlemite

Pictures again?!

Aight......I know I done asked about these pics one time too many, but I recently looked at my year book and fell out (specifically from senior bum day '92). Any way after discussing my laughter with others, the idea was raised that we should do a then and now segment on the blog. Since it's easier to send me a recent pic with the invention of digital cameras, I think it's doable. Leave the then picture up to us, just send the now. Don't give me that "I ain't got no pictures now" garbage 'cause half o' y'all on myspace right now! So be good sports y'all....aight!?

The Lil' Harlemite

Extra Extra!!

Hey everybody, we had initially requested all of your work info regarding what career field your in or what you do for a living; however we have to update this info. So, if you've changed jobs or weren't a member of this blog when this info was requested please forward the information back to Jamall at jamall12@yahoo.com . We love the social aspect of the blog but it's purpose is also to allow us to network with one another. If you didn't get this before, we need to know what your profession is, contact info, any type of assistance you needed in another industry or something your interested in. For example you might work at Famous Fish & want to know about buying stocks. We do this so we can connect you to one of your Center counterparts that could help you with that; so don't be shy. So as always, stay up, stay focused and holla at us. Later.

The Lil' Harlemite

Take a Chance & Go Out & Dance

A dance instructor of Denica's is offering a free dance class. Sounds like a good chance to work up a sweat, meet some folks & have an all around good time. Chk out the info:

Peace and Blessings Everyone,

Hope all is well. One of my teachers is having a FREE dance class in Central Park this Sunday. Hope y'all can make it.

Denica



Dancing In The Park
A Traditional West African Dance Class
With
Nafisa Sharriff
Sunday, August 26, 2007
(Class is canceled if it rains. There is no reain date)
1:00pm to 4:00pm
FREE!
at
THE GREAT HILL
Inside of Central Park

106th Street & Central Park West
(Walk up the stairs at 106th Street)

Join us for a Free traditional West African Dance Class outside,
under the sun at Central Park's Great Hill, taught by Master
Instructor, Nafisa Sharriff. Experience the rich folklore of the Old
Malian Empire, as we dance, drum and sing under the sun ! Plan to
stay a while and enjoy the afternoon with your family and friends on
your blanket with some food; as you meet and greet the village !

Directions by Train: Take the B or C to 103rd Street & Central Park
West and walk up the stairs

Directions by bus: Take the M10 or M116 to 106th Street & Central
Park West or Take the M7 to 106th Street and Manhattan Avenue and
walk one block to Central Park West. Enter Central Park at 106th
Street and walk up the stairs.

All Are Warmly Welcome!
No Photographs or Videotaping Please!
For further information, please call 212 841-5449 / e-mail us at
ethoh@hotmail. com

OOPS! My Bad!

OK; the class of '92 reunion is going to be open to members of other classes. We do have to check available space as preference will be given to members of the class of '92 first. After that we will let whoever else would like to attendat a first come first serve basis. What we neglected to tell you was that you must RSVP by August 31 in order to be able to attend. Funds will be needed no later than September 13th (to ensure a spot you should have funds in by September 8. There may be a few available spots so e-mail Jamall at if you really want to attend and we can see about getting you in. Again it's $95 for '92 graduates. If you are not a memeber of the class of '92 the cost is $75, aight? Please holla at me ASAP for more info.

Think Back

With all this talk about reunion and new peoples being added to the blog it joggs something in my memory. I've asked before & I'ma ask again. Send me some all photos from Center, regardless of what year your from. What ever you got will do. Come on y'all...I wanna laugh! So get me them photos ASAP. Later.

The Lil' Harlemite

'92 Was The Year Wasn't It? Let's Get Back Together!!!

The Class of '92 had such a good time for our last reunion that we couldn't wait another 10 years. Please read through this post from our organizer Rasheeda Cooper:

Manhattan Center's Class 0f '92 will be holding it's 15 Year Class Reunion
on September 15, 2007 @ Choice Kitchen Restaurant and Bar, located on Third
Avenue between 27th and 28th Streets from 7-11pm. This is open to all
Class of '92 alumni and 1 adult guest.

This event will include 4hrs. of passed hors devours, free open bar
in
Choice Kitchen's private room, and souvenir for alumni.

Event price is $95 per alumni and $75 per guest.

Please RSVP by August 15th. You can RSVP by responding directly to this
email or go to our reunion homepage at classmates.com. When replying, please indicate whether you will be accompanied by
a
guest and any last name changes, as we are checking off names from our HS yearbook.

All payments must be received by September 8, 2007. Please make out a check
or money order payable to Rasheeda Cooper. My address is 2500 Webb Avenue
1K Bronx, NY 10468.

If there are any alumni missing from this mailing, please forward it
along, and help make this reunion a success. As always, if you have any
questions, please drop me an email. See you in September!

Rasheeda

Da Beats

Recently I decided to add a music playlist to the blog. Some of you might think that this is a lil' myspacey or facebookish. So I'm posing the question to every one..."Whatchu think"? The music will periodically be completly changed so give me some feed back y'all. So check out the Blog and tell us what you think.

The Lil' Harlemite

He Repped Black Harlem, We Gotta Rep Him

This post was also sent in by a number of people who are friends with a sister by the nasme of Lanise. I'm not sure if Lanise went to Manhattan Center, but we support her. Chk out the information below:

Hello all.
Today I am contacting you on a very serious matter. I know most of you
know, but for those who do not, my grandfather Bobby Robinson owns a
very long standing business in Harlem. In fact the store he owns is the
first African American owned business on 125th street. The store was
opened on Aug. 12, 1946. 61 years ago. He was also one of the first
African Americans to own independant record labels and music
distribution. He was a pioneer in the production of Hip Hop music with
his Enjoy record label being the second to produce a Rap recording.
Bobby's record store was instrumental in promoting local and
internationally known artist. Such as Gladys Knight and the Pips, whose
first recording he produced, James Brown, Smokey Robinson (the list of
artists goes on and on) So, Long story short this is our history and WE
are responsible for protecting it. If we don't protect it and express
just how important it is to us. OUR legacy and our history it WILL
be LOST!!!

The property was purchased by Sigfeld,LLC and Kimco Management, LLC
I am asking everyone to call and/or write everyone on the list below to
express your interest in preserving what represents the best of Harlem.

Please send to all in your address book
Thank you

Senator Bill Perkins
163 w 125th St.
NY NY 10027
(212) 222 7315

Sigfeld LLC
400 w. 14 th street
NY NY 10014

Jeff Eden at congressman Rangel's office
212 663 - 3900

You Know Y'all Don't Read...........

Aight, aight...I know that many of you have seen the "Read a Book" cartoon. I have never received the same e-mail from so many people, soo.........here we go! Is this cartoon offensive or is it a wake up call for many of the ignorant people out there. This topic is rather funny because I recently had a discussion (or argument depending on where you were standing) regarding BET as a "Coon" network due to its lack of neccessary information to African Americans & it's overwhelming attempt to market everything conceivable to Black people. So how right or wrong is the cartoonist for putting this out there. Aight, don't be scarred to speak your mind! If you haven't seen this video go to YouTube and type in "Read A Book" or E-mail me at & I'll get it to you. Now I know some of us are going be like "I got bigger fish to fry", but please let us know what you think. We don't want to perpetuate 'ignance', but propel enlightenment; so holla back!


The Lil' Harlemite

HEY!!!!! You Probably Thought We Was Falling Off!

We still here folks! I know we haven't had any current events so I'ma just wish everybody continued success for the remainder of the year. Please remember if you have any annoucements or activities going on, let us know so we can support. So keep in contact and stay up!


The Lil' Harlemite

Come Journey Through Africa

Denica ('92) will be blessing us again with dance folks. This sounds like a nice event for the entire family. Go check this out; I'm sure it's going to be a fun function.

CELEBRATE CHILDREN
of the
AFRICAN DIASPORA
Saturday, July 14!
Dance Concert Tix On Sale Now!


a little background info...
This "festival of dance," as it has been called, is a full-fledged concert designed to bring a heightened awareness to the mission of the non-profit organization: to improve the health and education status of children of African descent, throughout the Diaspora. The concert will feature internationally acclaimed ensembles such as Asase Yaa African-American Dance Theatre, Omi Yesa, The Gloria Eve Performing Arts Foundation, Purelements, and The Seewe African Dance Company. First Child Society (FCS) will also honor community leaders John Watusi Branch (Executive Director, Afrikan Poetry Theatre, Inc.) and Andrew P. Jackson (Executive Director, The Langston Hughes Community Library and Cultural Center, Queens Public Library).

Held at York College for the past four years, the event will take place there again. The address is 94-20 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard, between Archer and Liberty Avenues (in the Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, NY).


When asked about the significance of this milestone year, Nana K. Owusu Aboagye, I Sankofahene, founder of FCS, stated, We are very pleased and excited about this years show. I'm sure the performances will be electric! Every year there are challenges in bringing this level of high quality performances to the community. However, it has always been more than worth our efforts and this year will be no different. Our five years have been amazing and we are looking forward to many more.

Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Limited tickets available at $15 (for children 12 and under). Also at these locations:
Moshood - - 698 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY 718.243.9433 Afrikan Poetry Theatre, Inc. - - 176-03 Jamaica Ave., Queens, NY 718.523.3312Nubian Heritage Jamaica - - 155-03 Jamaica Ave., Queens, NY 718.291.5105

FREE PARKING VENDORS GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE.
Tickets on sale now at www.ticketweb.com or at 866.468.7619.


Media Contact: AKILA WORKSONGS Public Relations
718.756.8501

Damn...Not Another Sound of Art Joint!!

That's right, another one. Come out and check out some of the most intriguing Art work today! Leo is definitely doing it! The event is taking place at 250 & 251 Dykeman..That's right 2 locations. If you can't read the flyers please mapquest the address, you don't wanna miss this one.

Starting Today...I Kknow You Wanna Grub

If y'all like to eat like I like to eat check this out from Washington Heights own Mr. Vasquez!

Hey All:

I know coming from me this is a little strange, but its one of those few opportunities that you have nothing to lose and all to gain....and wanted you all to take advantage.. let me know if your coming thru..

We are once again, delighted to invite you to join us and FREE dining courtesy of our 2nd Annual Taste of Washington Heights and Inwood (TWHI), scheduled for Monday, June 18th, 2007. The first Taste of Washington Heights and Inwood became the most highly talked about food-related event in Northern Manhattan. We plan on making this second year even bigger and better by extending it into a week long culinary celebration of Northern Manhattan.

As you may already know, the TWHI is organized to complement the launch of the “Northern Manhattan Dining Guide” (now in its 4th printing), which serves as an updated survey of the best local eateries in the area. This year’s event will mimic the previous epicurean extravaganza by gastronomically transporting the attendees to different regions of the globe, but will also serve as the kick off for TWHI Week; a week long opportunity to enjoy pre-fixed meal specials, discounts and other promotional activities at various Northern Manhattan eateries.

HERE ARE THE FACTS:


The 2nd Annual TASTE OF WASHINGTON HEIGHTS AND INWOOD

DATE: JUNE 18TH 2007
TIME: 6:00PM - 8:30PM (Perfect for the after-work crowd)
LOCATION: The Malcom X and Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Cntr. 3940 Broadway (btwn. 165th and 168th street/ across the street form the Hospital)

This event will launch the TASTE OF WASHINGTON HIEGHTS AND INWOOD WEEK, which consist of using coupons that will get you freebies and discounts from select restaurants. Coupons will be available at this event.

Help a Sister OUT!!!

Aight e're body...Ms Ena Shed is looking for some assistance with obtaining employment. She currently resides in Maryland..can anybody help her? you can reach her at els@tmail.com or send Jamall an e-mail @ jamall12@yahoo.com. Also don't forget to keep us filed in on your upcoming events and occurences.

Art Up in Harlem

Hey family come out and experience the Sound of Art once again. If you get some time check out soundofart.net to view available masterpieces today.

YOU'RE ALL INVITED TO MEET & GREET M.TONY PERALTA
That's right...the SOA is all about the intimacy. We want to invite you to stop by and view M.Tony Peralta collection which is currently on display. But more importantly, get a chance to meet and "build" with the man behind the masterpieces, M. Tony, himself. Find out what each piece means and why they exist..or whatever other inquiries you may have. Stick around after 8pm and get to enjoy a live jazz band that will be in full effect. 'Nuff said.. all the info is on the invite..dont forget to RSVP and see you there...

If You Don't Know, Now You Know

The Greater Hrlem Real Estate Board will be holding their 3rd Annual Real Estate Awareness Event at the Harlem State Building. Here is a message from the Board:

We at the Greater Harlem Real Estate Board are preparing to put on our Third Annual Real Estate Awareness Day May 12 th 2007. We would like to invite all students that range from high school seniors up to graduate students who are interested in potentially pursuing careers in the real estate industry to come join us and some of the most knowledgeable and influential real estate professionals in Harlem . 5 Scholarships for $1000 each will be awarded to chosen students!! Seating is extremely limited, and only the first 160 students to respond will be admitted! RSVP to this address to confirm attendance. Continental breakfast and lunch will be served. ADMISSION IS FREE!!! Please forward this along to any students that you feel may be interested in this program.

The 3rd Annual Harlem Real Estate Awareness Day

5 Scholarships of $1000 each will be awarded!

Come join us as real estate professionals from all over the community share their knowledge and expertise in what it takes to succeed in the real estate industry. Industries represented will be sales, management, architecture, appraisal, development, commercial real estate and more.

Saturday May 12, 2007

Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building

2nd Floor Gallery

163 west 125th street

New York, NY 10030

Scheduled Time: 9:00-5:00

9:00 to 9:30 Registration and Continental Breakfast

Welcome address by Harlem resident NYS Assemblyman Keith Wright

Session One 9:30am – 12:00pm

Special invited guests will speak on sales, management, architecture, and insurance

Lunch 12:00pm-1:00pm

Session Two 1:00pm-3:00pm

Special invited guests will speak on appraisal, development, commercial real estate, and banking

Networking 3:00-5:00

SPACE IS LIMITED

RSVP by April 30th to confirm attendance

Email: MRGREY@ESRAREALTY.com

(212) 926-7200 ext.14


Please come out and get informed.

Come On Now....You Gotta Give It Up For Mom's!!!

Ms. Regina Bolden ('95) would like us to support A Mother'S Day Bazaar on April 28, 2007 from 1-4 P.M. Come out and shop for Mothers, Daughters, Aunts and Sisters alike. There will be Beverly's Beauty Bar products, art, ,jewelry, food, raffles, and more. Vendor space is still available.
The event will be held in Bed-Stuy Brooklyn in Community Room 1 @ Restoration Plaza 1368 Fulton Street(bet. Brooklyn & New York Ave.)
Directions:
A train to Nostrand Ave; walk one block
#25, #44 Bus to Fulton & New York Avenue

This event is sponsored by Beverly's Beauty Bar.
For info contact 917-302-0228.

Opportunity Is Knocking....Take Control Of Your Future & Open The Door

Mr Kamal Cubas has offered an extension to last Thursday's powerful webinar. Mr Robert Dean Jr., who some of you may have heard of already, will be speaking tonight to further elaborate on exactly what is being offered and how you can become involved. If you missed the webinar you most certainly don't want to miss this presentation. Here is the location and time that Mr. Dean will be speaking:

Monday April 23rd, 6pm
@ The Gramercy Hotel
1335 Avenue of the Americas, 2nd floor
(53rd st, & 6th Ave.)
New York, N.Y. 10019

You can also check out Mr Dean on his website
robertdeanjr.com

If you didn't get a chance to view or hear the webinar this is an excellent second chance; opportunity rarely knocks twice!

Last Minute Heads Up

Tonight's webinar is scheduled at 9:00 P.M. as most of you know. I was just informed that if you can't log on you will miss out on valuable charts, graphs and certain explanation of what is being offered. You still can listen in and ask questions via the conference line but it may not be as effective. Don't let this be a deterent, but try to log on as soon as possible. Also you will need a log on ID#. That number is: 187457767. So all those who are serious about financial independence or are just curious, please shut off your favorite show or song and let's give our undidvided attention to this opportunity.

When Opportunity Knocks You Should Get To Grindin'

Alright ladies and gentlemen, The Webinar that Kamal Cubas('92) has put together will be tommorrow April 19, 2007 at 9:00 p.m. Eastern standard. Come listen in on how you can begin your journey to financial freedom. Let's try to be positive about this one because from what I understand it's an ideal opportunity, so come and listen in. You can connect to the webinar at www.gotomeeting.com. Please be advised that there is limited space for the online portion of this event however everyone can participate in the conference call. That number is 212-990-4000 pin #2966. Once you've called in you will be given the additional log on requirements and pins that are neccessary. So please, if you can't get online for the webinar call the conference number so as not to be left out. If anyone has any additional questions you can reach Jamall Simmons at jamall12@yahoo.com or call me at 646-244-0401. Let's start our journey to financial independence and success.

Let's Make It Happen!

How would you like to recieve a residual income from one of America's household named companies? Kamal Cubas ('92) has offered an opportunity for those of us geared towards financial freedom. All those that are interested in hearing how you can capitalize on this please contact Jamall Simmons at jamall12@yahoo.com or Kamal Cubas at kmrcubas@hotmail.com. There will be a webseminar held within the next two days, so contact us immediately if you are interested in recieving more information on becoming self reliant.

Kick Your Shoes Off and Catch The Beat

I must apologize to Denica ('92) about the lateness of this post. Please come out and support. Thanks family.

Peace and many Blessings Everyone,

Just wanted to inform those of you that will be in the New York area Saturday, March 31st. I will be participating in a 3hr dance workshop teaching Traditional West African Dance along with one of my collegues Crystal Harrison she will be teaching Afro-Caribbean. There will also be a drum class and an aerobics class going on earlier that day.

Location:

Stanley Isaac Public School
96st 3rd Avenue

Program Schedule is as follows:

Drum class 11am-12pm
Aerobics taught by Janice Tillary 1pm-2pm
Afro-Caribbean Dance 2pm-3:30pm
West African Dance 3:30-5pm

**Live music will accompany dance classes**

Please wear comfortable clothing and bring water. Classes are FREE but donation will gladly be accepted.

All levels of dancers and children are welcome to attend.

For further info call (212)828-6342

Hope to see you there,

Denica

Get Money, Money Get Money, Money, Moneeey!!

As most of you know Jamall Simmons ('92) is a Mortgage Consultant with a Brooklyn Mortgage Brokerage. For the next three months there will be $500 referral for any individual that is sent to him for a loan.....that closes. In other words, the people you refer must go through with the mortagae process completely in order for you to recieve your incentive. You can split it with them or keep it all for yourself, that's entirely up to you. So you have up until June to refer your associates, friends, family members and so on. This is on the up and up Ladies & Gentlemen, you will not have to come looking for your money...you will get paid! If you have any questions for Jamall you can reach him at jamall12@yahoo.com or give him a call at 646-2444-0401. Who knows, you could possibly earn over a thousand dollars if you send enough people.

Just in Case You Haven't Heard

This news has been circulating for some time now. It's a very important opportunity that Harvard is offering. Here is an excerpt and some contact info to assist anyone this might help. Please pass it along.

Harvard University has announced that from now on undergraduate
students from low-income families will pay no tuition.
In making the announcement, Harvard's president Lawrence H. Summers
said, "When only 10 percent of the students in Elite higher education
come from families in lower half of the income distribution, we are not
doing enough. We are not doing enough in bringing elite higher education to
the lower half of the income distribution."
If you know of a family earning less than $60,000 a year with an
honor student graduating from high school soon, Harvard University wants to
pay the tuition. The prestigious university recently announced that from
now on undergraduate students from low-income families can go to Harvard for
free ... no tuition and no student loans!
In addition, Harvard announces reduced fees for students from
families with incomes between $60,000 and $80,000. To find out more about Harvard offering free tuition for fami lies
making less than $60,000 a year visit Harvard's financial aid website
at:
Harvard University Gazette: Harvard expands financial aid for low-
and middle- or call the school's financial aid office at (617) 495-1581.

Who's who & who was you?

There has been some talk on reunions; in particular the class of 1992. A couple of you have suggested that we attempt to find old photos of our prom and graduating events. I'm going to take it a step further. I'm asking for any and all pictures that you can find that will show us back when, or if you like, back then. Anything that will utterly embarass your friends or shame them beyond forgiveness is what we want to see! This is extended to every graduate of MCSM. So dig deep and see what you can drum up. Please NO RUDE OR TOO LOOSE PICTURES!!! We are trying to roast a couple folks, not start any wars. So keep it clean, aight?!!! By the way, there may be a prize for the wildest or best photo submmitted so come wit it! Please don't get salty cause we lookin' back in the day!

In Mourning

I regret to inform everyone that Rosa Nieves passed away on February 24 at Fish Memorial Hospital in Orange City, Florida. She was laid to rest in Isabella, Puerto Rico on March 2. Rosa is survived by her 4 year old son Trevor and her 3 year old daughter Daimond. Rosa graduated from Manhattan Center in 1991 and had three siblings that are all Manhattan Center graduates. Please send any words of encouragement to jamall12@yahoo.com so that her family might see the posts here on our blog or can be forwarded them. The Nieves Family also asked to extend thanks to all those who kept Rosa in their prayers; Rosa will be sorely missed.

Class of 1992...Is it reunion time?

Ok class of '92 it has been posed that we have a 15th instead of the regular 20 year because....well we got it like that. So the organizers need your assistance and input. Firstly, does anyone remember the name of the location where we held our prom? It was thought a good idea to hold the reunion there. So please get back to us regarding this information if you have it. Secondly, please offer your input towards activities you might like to see or participate in conjunction with the reunion. So you can send replies to Jamall at jamall12@yahoo.com and I will see that your input is put on the blog and forwarded to the organizers. Let's make it happen.

It Ain't Too Late

Hey guys,
It's not too late to get your taxes done. If your still stuck on who's going to do your taxes give Jamall ('92) a call. Remember you have till April 15th so get it done! There is also a referal fee for anyone you send that gets their taxes completed. You can get in contact with Jamall at jamall12@yahoo.com.

Happy February!

I hope that everyone's February has been good up to this point. If you didn't get anything for Valentine's Day maybe that person ain't worth two cents...so there's always next year. Please keep in mind that the blog is still functional, so if you have anything going on at all please let us know. So God bless and everyone please stay connected and in touch. On a more serious note, Rosa Nieves (class of '90) has recently been hospitilized from an illness so please keep her in your prayers. If anyone knows her you can contact her brother Miguel Nieves (class of '91) about sending her a message or your personal prayers. You can reach Miguel at miguel.nieves@gmail.com.

Get That Refund!

Jamall Simmons would like to ask if any of the MCSM 'alum' have done their taxes already. He is currently doing tax preparation for Ty Asssociates, a reputable company located in Mt. Vernon, NY. The fee is reasonably priced and returns can be done with simply your years end paystub (however it is always easier to have a W2). Returns can be prepared for any state in the country. If you have any questions contact Jamall at 646-244-0401, jamall12@yahoo.com, or at jamall@tyassociates.com. There is also a $50 referal fee for any one you send to Ty Associates who completes their return. All returns are subject to client approval; if you are dissatisfied witht the amount of your return or the costs of fees you aren't obligated to go forward with the return. Sounds pretty fare. Give him a call to get more info, could be a good way to earn some extra cash for the tax season.

Peace to JB.It's Late,but Must be Done For a Great

I'd like to give a farewell shout out to the 'God Father of Soul' Mr. James Brown. I did a James Brown imitation at my MCSM high school graduation...inspired to dance like James Brown is what I should say. Mr. Brown was a shining example of achieving greatest and living to the fullest. Goodbye to an American icon; he'll be sorely missed.

The Lil Harlemite.

Hold Me Down ......It's Gettin' Heavy

I know, I know. Y'all thinking "Weight a minute..what's up with all them links on the blog......it's gettin to commercial! Let me explain. In keeping with the focus of convenience & accessibility, it was deemed imperative to allow the receivers of this blog (as you use your respective PC's, laptops, PDA's & notebook devices) the option & privilege of avoiding the continuous enertia of surfing the web. Frankly, it is only logical that we would like to afford our 'MSCM What's Happening Now' readers,affiliates and partisans (as you read and are kept abreast & up to date with your fellow alumni & MCSM family) the ability to faclitate & navigate to & through the various & multitudinal sites on the internet. A ready & easily cohesive bond between our blog and the rest of the world was merely a matter of time. So the decision was made for the addition of sites which may be deemed invaluable, productive & progressive as well as of interest. We would hope that you delight in this inclination of the abilities that this blog is now attempting to offer & that you will partake in it's appropriateness & serviceability. So, in other words: You ain't got-ta go all ova the web when you kin git to da spot right from here gunny...so please, be easy! Ai-ight!!? Sites will be added as they get to us (including yours).Thank you.

Whatchay'all think?

I've been hearing people talkin' about a my space page. I don't know if we need it being so this blog is operational. However, it might be a good way for everyone to kinda go bonkers with the socializing. Personally I just started an account about a week ago and it's pretty fun....Out side of all the world that uses it, there are a number of informative and productive groups on this site. Argueably (is that spelt right?) we are sort of tryin' to do our own myspace right here.....so whatchay'all think? Give me some feed back.

The Lil Harlrmite

Get Involved

Alright family, Khalilah Ansari ('93) would like to ask for eveyone's support with "The Millions More Movement". The Movement spawned from the "The Million Man March" held back in 1995. The Millions More Movement has played a great role in the revitilization efforts going on in New Orleans and in overall urban economic development. There are a number of various 'building' or organization sessions and functions that are important to participate in and or be aware of. If you want more detailed information or to find out where you can submit contributions, contact Khalilah at tyri24@yahoo.com. You can also check the site link to this posting. It would be great if everyone at least views the website, but please get in touch with Khalilah with any questions or concerns you may have. Show your community that you care about it by staying informed. For further details connect to www.millionsmoremovement.com.

It's That Time Again!

Happy New year friends, folk & family. It's another year and we want to wish everyone the best for the '07! This year let's keep it as positive as possible and all be succesful in whatever endeavors you will be encountering. I got a good feelin gabout this one though y'all! The feed back regarding the blog has been great and we wanna thank everybody that has been making it possible. We do want to see more people talkin on the blog though. So, if you have any topics you want to discuss send it to jamall12@yahoo.com and I'll see that you get on the blog. Keep it three to four paragraphs tops and halfway clean; please. Any way let's keep building and motivatin' for '07; be on your P's & Q's. Also continue to pass this blog and the Network Community to everyone from Center who hasn't heard. Peace and Love.

What's that Sound?........

Thaaaat's Riiiiiiight! Another Sound Of Art jump off! It's kinda late and I got the e-mail late, but if your in the Heights go check it out; take my word for it! So fall through, have a drink & give Leo ('92) a shout out. It'll be worth it. Leo don't get me for copyright infringement.

Rain, Sleet, Snow.....

Denica ('92) would like to invite everyone to the 25th "Forces of Nature" Dance Theatre. The event will be held Dec. 22 & 23 at the Harlem Stage/Aaron Davis Hall on 135th and Convent Avenue. Curtains will be pulled back at 7:30. This ought to be a nice evening out. More details below. Got questions for Denica? You can reach her at denica@yahoogroups.com. Sorry about the delay Denica.

25th Anniversary Season
The Forces of Nature Dance Theatre Abdel R. Salaam, Artistic Director / Choreographer
Friday & Saturday December 22nd & 23rd at 7:30 PM Harlem Stage/Aaron Davis Hall, Inc.135th Street & Convent Avenue
Hosted Friday by Woody King Jr. "Eclipse: Vision of the Crescent & the Cross" Full length evening dance theater work exploring the light and dark relationships betwen Christianity & Islam from the Crusades until present day. Featured artists: Nathan Trice, Corey Baker, Jonette Ford, Jeffrey Freeze, Sandra Rivera, Marc Spaulding and Sarae Garcia
Saturday Evening Gala hosted by Chuck Davis "The Life and Legend of Marie Laveau" Featuring: LaNiece Mobley, Johari Mayfield, Catherine Foster, Maia McKinney & Dyane Harvey as Marie Laveau
"Passion Fruit"
"Ancestral Earths" Featuring: Daimah Taalib-Din With special guests: "The Silver Cloud" Native American Dancers
Special alumni performance of Chuck Davis'
"Homage to the Ancestors"
Ticket prices: Orchestra $45, Mezzanine $35, Balcony $25. Gala Night VIP $100
Purchase tickets for both nights and receive a 15% discount (orchestra seats only). Corporate packages and group rates for ten or more available. Post performance gala reception for VIP tickets holders only
For all tickets call the Harlem Stage/Aaron Davis Hall, Inc. Box Office at (212) 650-7100
Also join us at the Apollo Theatre on December 29thFor further information and tickets call (212) 531-5305