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Uptown Video: Dominican Ninja

A trailer for an upcoming movie where the last Dominican Ninja, Asco, returns home to the Heights to defeat the evil Bachakate Master, Mingito who has terrorized NYC. We invite you to subscribe to the weekly Uptown Love newsletter,…

06/17/17: Celebrate 6 Years of Word Up

Our favorite community bookstore is having a birthday party on Saturday, June 17. This is a bash for the entire family. Storytime at 11 am, a Block Party (with music performances!) at 1 pm, and a dance party at…

Uptown Video: The Chancleta Movie

What weapon in your house has the ability to strike fear into you?? Coming this fall is an action movie that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Chancleta III: Deadly Whipping has its sights on Oscar…

Uptown Video: SMOOTHIE CHALLENGE! Dominican Edition

Do you need to lose weight & get in shape but you feel like you’re out of options? Look no further! Introducing Hector Fuerte’s Dominican Juicing Recipes! Combining all of the nutrients you would find in a traditional meal,…

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Spread Love: Word Up Books Turns 5

On Saturday, June 18th Word Up Books will be celebrating 5 awesome years of being an indispensable community resource. In light of that significant milestone, Word Up is throwing an all day long shindig. The festivities kick off at…

Uptown Video: Laughter Is the Best Medicine ft. Juan Bago

Over the years, studies have revealed that humor is a great way to cope with stress and other mental health–related issues. This natural stress-reducer has been related to improved health, increased life expectancy, and overall well-being. Internet sensation and…

Uptown Video: Name That Vaina

Vaina is a word with multiple meanings, it can be used to indicate an object or anything in general.. Got it? Now it’s time to put your vaina knowledge to the test with the game show: NAME THAT VAINA!…