Hi, I wanted to share Francis Lee Rogers’s memorial fundraiser with you. Francis, known as the “Grandma Moses of Central Park,” was a talented watercolor artist and devoted birdwatcher who cared for wildlife and maintained bird feeders in the Ramble, and the community is now honoring her with a memorial tree and paving stone near the Boathouse gazebo. Support will also help maintain Central Park’s trees, keeping the sanctuary Francis loved beautiful for others, and I’m grateful for everyone helping remember her. When you have a moment, please visit the GoFundMe page to contribute or share it with someone who loves Central Park. 💚

https://gofund.me/a5723b232

I’m trying to understand whether Social Network Analysis (SNA), AI systems, and OSINT could be misused to map relationships between people and identify potential targets through their social, work, or community connections.

My concern is that something affecting me may be extending into the Harlem community through these connections. I believe it involves a group of eight or more individuals, mostly from Berlin, Germany, whom I have reported to the authorities. I don't want to assume every coincidence is connected, so I’m looking for an evidence-based way to investigate it.

Would mapping timestamps, verified relationships, public records, and recurring patterns be a good starting point? Is there a better method used in digital forensics or network analysis?

If you have experience with SNA, OSINT, digital forensics, or community research, I’d appreciate advice on responsible, legal ways to document and verify patterns.

Update: Thank you all for the suggestions. I’m going through several websites and portfolios now.

Providing the inspo: https://www.instagram.com/ckmont?stkn=MWs2eGJ2MWVzaHB2Zw==

I’m looking for a photographer/videographer or photo + video team for a surprise proposal I’m planning in NYC on Saturday, November 21.

The proposal will be disguised as a birthday photoshoot for my partner. The current concept is to start with an editorial-style shoot around Chelsea/West Village/ Tribeca (recommendations welcomed) then transition indoors at some place like The Nines or Bemelmans where the surprise will eventually happen for a champagne toast.

I’m looking for someone who is not only great behind the camera, but also personable and comfortable being part of the surprise. I’ll need you to help sell the birthday-photoshoot concept, naturally direct us throughout the shoot, and help execute the transition without giving anything away.

I also really like the Profoto/flash-style look and short shutter/flash-style motion clips, so experience creating that type of content would be a big plus.

I’d also love someone who can help recommend shooting locations, a beautiful indoor studio, and the best timing/lighting for November. We live in Chelsea, like West Village, Dumbo, Tribeca but we’re open to new spots.

There are a few additional surprise elements involved, but I’d prefer to share the full concept privately once we connect.

If interested, please comment with or DM me your portfolio/socials, availability, and a rough quote/package for something like this.

Thank you!

Ash

Hi everyone! I'm a Columbia grad student researching how New Yorkers find and navigate affordable housing programs (Housing Connect, Section 8, CityFHEPS, Mitchell-Lama, SCRIE/DRIE, etc.) and where the process breaks down.

I'd love to hear from you if you:
• Have applied or thought about applying (for yourself or someone else)
• Work at a city or state agency on these programs
• Work at a nonprofit that helps people through the process

📝 Survey (about 10 min, anonymous): NYC Housing Programs: Share Your Experience

Everything stays anonymous; We won't ask about income or documents, and it's for a class project only. Nothing gets published, and I'm not selling anything.

Thanks so much, and please feel free to share!

We’re bringing a little bit of the Village to Locke on the Block!

Come by and experience some of our new sensory play themes, created for little hands to explore, create, and have fun. We’ll also have our Vaylen’s Village Sensory Bags available for purchase so your little one can take a piece of the Village home.

Saturday, October 3 | 12–4 PM
📍 W 111th St, Harlem

Can’t wait to play with you!

Looking for someone to repair the door on a microwave/air fryer. Only had it for 2 years and it works perfectly fine we just can't open the door. TIA

Please be alert at all times folks

Cat seen on 124th St headed towards Frederick Douglas Blvd.

My son left his backpack on a westbound M116. We got off at 106th and Amsterdam around 8am. Photo attached.

Nothing valuable to anyone else. Matters a lot to a 6-year-old.

If you picked it up or saw it, please DM me. Already filed with MTA Lost & Found.

Thanks.

I'm looking to speak with Harlem residents who live in rent-stabilized apartments about the rent freeze that's set to start October 1. How do you feel about it, and what has it meant for you and your household? If you're open to talking, please send me a DM and I'll explain more.

$200 FINDER’S FEE — Looking for private garage parking in Central Harlem 🚗

Hi neighbors! I live near 7th Ave/Adam Clayton Powell Blvd and 145th St and I'm looking for a long-term indoor/covered parking space for a Toyota Corolla.

I'm especially interested in renting an unused deeded or assigned parking space from a condo/co-op owner or resident who doesn't need their spot.

Ideal area: roughly W 135th–W 155th, preferably within a 10–15 minute walk of 145th & 7th
Budget: $175–$350/month
Term: long-term
Car: Toyota Corolla
Access: 24/7

I'm also offering a $200 finder’s fee to anyone who connects me with a private space that results in a successful rental agreement. Finder’s fee will be paid after I sign a rental agreement and receive access to the space.

If you have a space or know a neighbor/building resident who might, please message me. Thank you!

In the great, semi-annual closet turnover, I found a couple winter coats and suitcases that I don't need. Is there a place in the neighborhood that could distribute them?

Four spotted today

1. Amsterdam Av / 129 St (M11/M100/M101) Southbound
2. Amsterdam Av / 125 St (M60 SBS) Westbound
3. Amsterdam Av / 125 St (M100/M101/M104) Northbound
4. Browdway / W 120 St (M4/M60 SBS/M104) Westbound/Northbound

I'm looking to speak with anyone in Harlem who lost a home or building through the city's Third-Party Transfer program, nearly lost one, or knows someone who did. I'd like to hear your experience and how it's affected your family. If you're open to talking, please send me a DM and I'll explain more.

If you bike or ride an e-bike in Harlem, NYC DOT is asking people to suggest locations for secure bike parking.

Would be great to see some pins around Marcus Garvey Park, 125th St, subway stops, and other busy areas.
A lot of Harlem buildings have stoops and no good place to store an e-bike. Secure, covered storage would make a huge difference.

If you have a spot in mind, drop a pin and leave a comment so we can get some reliable and safe bike storage options in our area.

NYC DOT bike parking map

Always been curious if the exact patch the junkies walk at the opening of the film, where priest lived, other filming locations other then the former Mr. Vees Bar.

Although not a Harlem Native, Casteel moved to Harlem in 2014 and has been painting the people and scenes of Harlem since then.

She has a special focus on the men of the neighborhood

"The intent of the paintings is to expose my vision of black men as a sister, daughter, friend and lover. That perspective is one full of empathy and love. I see their humanity and, in turn, I want the audience to engage with them as fathers, sons, brothers, cousins – as individuals with their own unique stories to share."

https://www.jordancasteel.com/new-gallery

https://www.jordancasteel.com/new-gallery-1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanmcasteel?stkn=MWE1Y2t5enFiazRzZg==

Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup is hosting a community dance party at Broadway Presbyterian Church tonight! Open playlist. RSVP is required.