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New York Post
13-08-2025
- General
- New York Post
One of NYC's oldest occupied homes is up for sale in Harlem
A piece of NYC history is on sale on East 128th Street. A pre-Civil War clapboard townhouse — widely considered to be the one of the oldest occupied single-family dwellings in Harlem — has hit the market for $3.25 million. Tucked between two larger and much newer buildings, the ornamented, light green exterior of the home appears much the same today as it did in the 1800's. 9 The townhome's whimsical facade has been lovingly maintained as the neighborhood has evolved. Max Mural Photography The interiors, on the other hand, have undergone a radical makeover. A 1981 landmark report recognized the property as one of Harlem's few surviving frame houses, calling it 'remarkably intact.' It was constructed in 1864, according to the report, back when Harlem was just a semi-rural suburb. The quaint holdout was among the first wave of fashionable row houses on East 128th Street — one of Harlem's first residential developments. The eclectic gem was built in the once-trendy French Second Empire style, defined by mansard roofs, dormer windows and ornamental flourishes. 9 The pre-Civil War home is a miraculous holdout from Harlem's first wave of residential development. Max Mural Photography 9 An illustration of rural Harlem in 1869, before the neighborhood joined New York City. NYPL 9 Ornamental scrollwork and gingerbread carpentry adorn the wide front porch. Max Mural Photography 9 Original molding, fireplaces and ceramic ceiling medallions remain, but with a fresh coat of paint. Max Mural Photography Its neighbors were demolished and replaced over the years, but this stalwart survivor stood the test of time. The four-story structure last traded hands for $3.6 million in 2015. The pricey purchase made headlines, with outlets reporting buyer Jack Stephenson's plans to host a musical nonprofit in the home. That arrangement eventually ended in a legal dispute, however, and the property is now owner occupied. 9 The entryway to the four-story home. Max Mural Photography The home, which spans 3,225 square feet of living space in addition to an unfinished basement, has been aggressively updated over the past decade. Practical improvements included all new plumbing and electrical systems, as well as modern amenities like walk-in closets, a backyard irrigation system and an open-concept kitchen. While the subzero refrigerator may not be period accurate, plenty of original details remain. Stephenson restored and painted the original fireplaces and molding, according to the listing, as well as the ceramic medallions that crown the home's 12-foot ceilings. 9 The home received new hardwood floors after 2015. Max Mural Photography 9 The open-concept kitchen. Max Mural Photography 9 The large backyard terrace, also remodeled. Max Mural Photography The exterior received a fresh coast of paint as well, listing agent Matthew Langer of Weichert Realtors told The Post, and the backyard's cedar siding was completely replaced. Despite the massive renovations, the current sale marks a $350,000 discount from the $3.6 million deal in 2015. Langer said that today's $3.25 million price tag was set by an independent appraiser. It's possible that the comparatively pricey 2015 sale reflected one buyer's enthusiasm for the property's history, rather than its market value. Still, the clapboard abode is a true standout among Harlem's for-sale single-family homes. 'There's a couple of brownstones, but this is the last wood framed house that I've seen,' Langer said.
Time Out
05-08-2025
- General
- Time Out
After public outcry, another 11 NYC public libraries will return to 7-day service next month
Good news for bookworms, parents, job seekers and anyone who just needs a cool, quiet place to breathe on the weekend: Eleven more New York City public libraries are bringing back Sunday service starting September 7. The expansion— announced yesterday by the New York City Council —was made possible by a $2 million investment from Council, building on a broader $15 million bump in baseline funding for the city's three library systems: Brooklyn Public Library (BPL), New York Public Library (NYPL) and Queens Public Library (QPL). The move comes after a rocky 2023, when Sunday hours were slashed due to budget cuts, prompting public outcry and a flurry of op-eds, rallies and testimony from library lovers across the five boroughs. Now, with weekend access back on the rise, the total number of branches offering seven-day service will climb past 30, including fan favorites like Harlem Library, Jackson Heights Library and the iconic St. George branch on Staten Island. 'I proposed expanding seven-day library service across the city in my 2025 State of the City address,' said City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, 'because libraries are among our most precious public resources, serving New Yorkers of all ages in every neighborhood.' Among the branches returning to Sunday hours: In addition, the Kew Gardens Hills branch in Queens will add Saturday hours starting Sept. 13, joining Central, Flushing and Far Rockaway as QPL locations with full seven-day access. 'With the city undergoing an affordability crisis and third spaces rapidly declining, libraries are increasingly the answer New Yorkers need,' said NYPL president Anthony Marx. From Wi-Fi and job support to children's programs and ESL classes, the city's libraries have long punched above their weight—and now they'll have a few extra days a week to do it.
Time Out
03-07-2025
- Business
- Time Out
These NYC public libraries are back open 7 days a week, as part of the new city budget
No more standing outside your local library on a Sunday, wondering why the doors are locked. Thanks to New York City's new $115.9 billion budget, 10 more public library branches across the five boroughs will now be open seven days a week. The move restores weekend access for readers, researchers and kids hunting down graphic novels, after a rollercoaster few years of cuts, closures and clawbacks. The win comes thanks to a $32.7 million infusion for New York City's three public library systems—$30.7 million in operating support, plus $2 million earmarked specifically for expanding seven-day service. That means, instead of tiptoeing around limited weekend hours, book-loving New Yorkers can breathe easy and browse freely on Sundays again. As Gothamist reported back in March, just 21 out of the city's 200-plus libraries offer seven-day access. This expansion, long championed by City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, will increase the number to 31, a small but significant step toward a more literate and equitable city. 'At a time when libraries across the country are under threat, New York City has once again safeguarded our vital institutions,' said the city's three library presidents, Linda Johnson (Brooklyn), Tony Marx (NYPL) and Dennis Walcott (Queens), in a joint statement. The funding reverses a much-lamented 2023 decision by Mayor Eric Adams to slash $58 million from library budgets, which had ended Sunday service. After fierce public outcry and steadily rising attendance numbers (8 million visitors in 2024, up 10% year-over-year), the funding was restored in 2024, and now it's baselined. In plain terms: There will be no more annual 'will-they-won't-they' budget drama over basic library access. Beyond libraries, the new budget includes sweeping investments: $70 million for immigration legal services, $125 million for preschool special education and $3 billion in capital funding to expand affordable housing. There's also a new Department of Sustainable Delivery to tame the city's e-bike chaos and a pilot for universal infant care. But for many New Yorkers, this particular victory hits close to home—and bookshelf. Seven-day library access means more kids in reading rooms, more job seekers getting resume help and more seniors joining book clubs.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NYC job openings at New York Public Library: A wide range of roles
NEW YORK (PIX11)—One of the largest library systems in the United States is seeking employees. The New York Public Library currently has more than two dozen job vacancies. Multiple positions are listed on their website. There are various jobs from Manhattan to the Bronx and even on Staten Island for various skills. More Local News 'Joining the New York Public Library means being part of a world-renowned institution dedicated to preserving knowledge and promoting lifelong learning,' reads the NYPL career page. The Grand Concourse Library in the Bronx is looking for a children's librarian. The base salary is $68,177 per year. Responsibilities include mentoring library staff in preparing and presenting children's programs, providing reference services, and promoting digital literacy. On Staten Island, a Junior Library Custodian is also needed. The salary is listed as $43,490, according to the posting. Responsibilities include cleaning carpets, buffing, stripping, and waxing library floors and maintaining the library building and grounds. More Local News In Manhattan, a manager of environmental health and safety is sought. The salary ranges from $85,000 to $93,000, according to the job listing. Responsibilities include conducting site safety audits and inspections, assisting in investigating employee injuries and incidents, and performing ergonomic assessments and other tasks. Part-time work is also available at the NYPL; currently, the institution needs a coding instructor. The pay is between $30.00 and $35.00 per hour. Some responsibilities of a coding instructor include documenting and maintaining detailed records of students' attendance and performance, conducting app development courses and workshops, and collaborating with team members to develop new content for app development courses. For information on these and other positions available at the NYPL, click here. Matthew Euzarraga is a multimedia journalist from El Paso, Texas. He has covered local news and LGBTQIA topics in the New York City Metro area since 2021. He joined the PIX11 Digital team in 2023. You can see more of his work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
