HARLEM WEEK KICK OFF WITH "A GREAT DAY" FESTIVAL SUNDAY, JULY 27 EVENT FEATURE FREE CONCERTS & FASHION EXTRAVAGANZA
On Sunday, July 27th, HARLEM WEEK begins its 34th Anniversary celebration by honoring the multi-cultural community with a variety of spectacular events and activities during its “A Great Day In Harlem” event. The four-part, day-long celebration includes the annual Family Unity Day Cultural Festival; the inspirational Harlem Gospel Caravan; the international “Fashion Fusion” fashion showcase; and ends with the enchanting “Sunday Classics” – saluting legendary recording artists, Sam Cooke & Lou Rawls.
“A Great Day In Harlem” begins with the festive “Family Unity Day” cultural festival. This event, which takes place from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, is an enjoyable cultural experience where the entire family can take pleasure in a variety of artistic expressions. This portion of the day will conclude with “A Harlem Gospel Caravan.” This spirit filled segment, which takes place from 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM, includes a special performance by Hezekiah Walker, Regina Belle; Donald Lawrence with the Murrills and a variety of choirs and spirit field gospel performers.
For fashion enthusiasts, the steps of the Ulysses S. Grant National Park once again transform to one big runway as HARLEM WEEK celebrates the best in urban style during its “Fashion Fusion” fashion show. Join the Harlem Fashion Initiative team as they host this vibrant outdoor extravaganza which will include some of New York’s freshest faces displaying some of the hottest fashion and accessories by a variety of cutting-edge designer. This year designers include Duane Fish; Her Game 2; Harpers New York; Stitches; Courtney Washington; Johnny Vincent Swimwear; D’Marsh Collection; and Darius Wobil.
The festive day will end with a salute honoring ““Sam Cook & Lou Rawls” during the annual Sunday Classic Concert. This segment will include a variety of musical tributes by Herald Melvin’s Blue Notes, Eric Benet, Joe Cuba, Impact Repertory Theater and other surprise guest performers. This spectacular affair will also entail an official posthumously inductions of Sam Cooke and Lou Rawls into the National Black Sports & Entertainment Hall of Fame class of 2008.
The four-part “Great Day In Harlem” is just one of the many events comprising HARLEM WEEK’s 34th Anniversary. Other activities during the month-long celebration include the The Economic Development Award Luncheon, a college fair, an auto show, and a 2-day children’s festival. Come discover the treasures of a proud community. Discover Harlem. For further information about the excitement and culture that is HARLEM WEEK, log on to www.HarlemDiscover.com or call (212) 862-8477
“A Great Day In Harlem” begins with the festive “Family Unity Day” cultural festival. This event, which takes place from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, is an enjoyable cultural experience where the entire family can take pleasure in a variety of artistic expressions. This portion of the day will conclude with “A Harlem Gospel Caravan.” This spirit filled segment, which takes place from 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM, includes a special performance by Hezekiah Walker, Regina Belle; Donald Lawrence with the Murrills and a variety of choirs and spirit field gospel performers.
For fashion enthusiasts, the steps of the Ulysses S. Grant National Park once again transform to one big runway as HARLEM WEEK celebrates the best in urban style during its “Fashion Fusion” fashion show. Join the Harlem Fashion Initiative team as they host this vibrant outdoor extravaganza which will include some of New York’s freshest faces displaying some of the hottest fashion and accessories by a variety of cutting-edge designer. This year designers include Duane Fish; Her Game 2; Harpers New York; Stitches; Courtney Washington; Johnny Vincent Swimwear; D’Marsh Collection; and Darius Wobil.
The festive day will end with a salute honoring ““Sam Cook & Lou Rawls” during the annual Sunday Classic Concert. This segment will include a variety of musical tributes by Herald Melvin’s Blue Notes, Eric Benet, Joe Cuba, Impact Repertory Theater and other surprise guest performers. This spectacular affair will also entail an official posthumously inductions of Sam Cooke and Lou Rawls into the National Black Sports & Entertainment Hall of Fame class of 2008.
The four-part “Great Day In Harlem” is just one of the many events comprising HARLEM WEEK’s 34th Anniversary. Other activities during the month-long celebration include the The Economic Development Award Luncheon, a college fair, an auto show, and a 2-day children’s festival. Come discover the treasures of a proud community. Discover Harlem. For further information about the excitement and culture that is HARLEM WEEK, log on to www.HarlemDiscover.com or call (212) 862-8477
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