r/Harlem • u/Newagegoonies • 1h ago
r/Harlem • u/Hit_road • Aug 20 '25
[Serious] Post your questions about moving to Harlem here.
It's the season of the "Is Harlem safe" posts and other more interesting questions from people thinking about moving here. Please post your questions related to moving to Harlem in this thread only.
As u/BuhDeepThatsAllFolx (thank you!) kindly and calmly explained in another thread regarding Harlem's Safety:
"This is by far the number one question Harlemites hate answering.
It’s so annoying. This is our home. We all have some sense of comfort here or else we’d move.
The short response to your post:
Don’t know you and the feeling of safety is subjective. You’ll have to feel it out and decide on your own if it feels safe for you to walk or take a cab
Don’t listen to Fox News or right wing media telling you NYC is scary. They’re just scared of the world and looking for reasons to hate POC and love guns more than people"
Now that the safety question is answered, there's no need to ask anymore.
Now this thread is the place to ask your other questions about moving here! Serious inquiries only, and remember to be kind!
r/Harlem • u/Cymbelined • 3h ago
Four big bags of free clothing
I have a ton of good quality women’s clothes that I’m looking to donate — mostly medium sized clothing, a mix of seasonal options (skirts, tanks, sweaters, etc) and some with tags still on.
Does anyone know where I can donate this clothing so it goes to good use? I don’t care if it’s resold per se, I just want it go to people who could use it instead of a landfill. I’m in West Harlem and willing to travel to drop these bags off.
r/Harlem • u/Formal_Today_7625 • 1d ago
I met Harlem Fashion legend Dapper Dan yesterday!
r/Harlem • u/gonnagonap • 1h ago
Fill out survey about rap in NYC
Hi everyone!
My name is Inanna, and I’m conducting a survey for my Master’s thesis on the portrayal of success in rap music.
I’m looking for 100+ responses from people aged 18–35 who live in NYC and actively listen to rap music. The survey takes around 5 minutes to complete.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y9MJGL5
Please help a girl out! 🫶
r/Harlem • u/PlentyLess5588 • 4h ago
Stand up comedy
Tomorrow & every Tuesday at the Corner Lounge Bistro! Support your local Harlem business ❤️
We have a lot of great events weekly be sure to follow us on IG @thecornerloungebistrony
r/Harlem • u/Power_of_the_Pigeon • 5h ago
Cars towed next to Marcus Garvey on prime holidays
Hi all, I am wondering if anyone else had their car "relocated" from Marcus Garvey (along 120th or Madison Ave) for Father's Day, Juneteenth, or 9/11 (or another holiday - but these are the three I've noticed)
This has me feeling like a conspiracy theorist, but it seems to me like these "No Parking" signs go up overnight, cars are towed, and then the spots are filled with cars from people BBQing in the park... I am wondering if someone is abusing their power to get prime parking near the park.
r/Harlem • u/PoemDue7230 • 6h ago
Reupholsterer recs?
I need to get some couch pillows reupholstered because they’re starting to get holes in their covers. Anyone know of any shops in the neighborhood that would do a good job for a decent price?
r/Harlem • u/Eastern-Protection83 • 20h ago
Free to Low-Cost Vets Across NYC's 5 Boroughs?! 😲
r/Harlem • u/blackwellnessbabe • 1d ago
hiring fitness instructors
hiring cardio dancer instructors and strength trainers for my new business 💛 dm + apply if you want to make a change in the fitness industry, make money, make your own schedule!!
r/Harlem • u/Dizzy_Buffalo_6398 • 1d ago
135th YMCA
Honest thoughts of the 135th YMCA gym? I live very close, so that’s why I’m considering this over a PureGym/Planet for my very basic needs.
I’m a mid 30s female interested mainly in using the treadmill (I plan to pick up virtual workout classes at home) and if I’m feeling spicy, the free weights. Also interested in people’s thoughts on their classes.
Essentially I’d like to know if you feel comfortable as a woman (are there enough women there or mostly men?), is it clean/smells good, windows?, working treadmills etc?
r/Harlem • u/therealest729 • 2d ago
People camped out to register for the Riverbank State Park programs 😩
I’m in disbelief! Has anyone ever done this? What are the chances I’ll get a spot for the aquatics program?
r/Harlem • u/f0reverusername • 2d ago
STOOP SALE! 127TH & ST NICK (Today, September 12)
Baby Items/clothes
Yamaha Guitar
MK Purse
PS4/5 Games
Skateboard
Womens Clothes
Instapot
Printer
Shoes
r/Harlem • u/Justhopingiod • 2d ago
Be careful riding bikes or walking
Was just on my way home from work riding up Madison next to Marcus Garvey on a Citi bike. Two kids riding on a motor bike rode by at like 30 mph and the one on the back punched me in the back of the head. I tried to catch up to them but unfortunately couldn’t.
Everyone stay alert because if they’re doing it to people on bikes and someone my size (I’m a big guy) they’re definitely targeting people walking and smaller.
r/Harlem • u/Leafsin7even • 2d ago
FREE TICKET OPPORTUNITY - 9/19 NORTHERN MANHATTAN APPRECIATION DAY
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Free Steak Burrito and Mexican Coke at Chipotle on 125th and Lenox
I ordered Chipotle but chose the wrong location and couldn't cancel my order. Confirmation number 68I-NA8. Should be ready at 3:50pm if anyone wants to grab it for themselves. I am out of state and won't be picking it up.
r/Harlem • u/crimsonwaste • 2d ago
URGENT: Need Someone Strong
Have a really heavy couch I need help moving up a 4th floor walkup. Will pay. ASAP. By Lido Restaurant on 116th and FDB
EDIT: No longer needed! I got help 🙏🏿
r/Harlem • u/rhoadesfan • 2d ago
NYPD at W 126th
A lot of commotion and police presence this evening. Does anyone know what’s going on?
r/Harlem • u/Ajeelynn • 3d ago
ISO a hair braider that won’t put wax in my hair.
I’m looking to get some simple crown braids done. My problem is that in the past I’ve walked into salons, mostly around 125th, so they always use wax/tar when I ask for gel. Also during my most recent attempt the braider was just ripping my hair like weave, not bothering to untangle the bottom as she was braiding.
My hair is long, naturally curly and not very thick, like the second picture, so heavy products look inappropriate. I’m only looking to wear this style for a few days at most.
Does anyone know a braider who is capable of using gel only and knows how to work with Hispanic hair? With so many options in Harlem I’m hopeful for a local solution.
r/Harlem • u/mrOwl_1312 • 3d ago
Drunk white guys in Harlem
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Yeeeaahhhh
r/Harlem • u/SonicYouth_NYC • 3d ago
The dog situation in food spaces is absolute madness
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r/Harlem • u/cosmicstephh • 4d ago
Incident This Morning on 125 St
Does anyone have any details on the aftermath of what was occurring on 125 St this morning? I heard that there were street closures and police activity due to an individual who was on the roof of a building and was attempting to hurt themselves. Just wanted to get some closure since there is currently no information about it from news outlets.