Ricky Smith

Uptown is chicken and waffles. Uptown is jazz. Most importantly, Uptown is home. Get ready for a spectacular guided tour through the vibrant neighborhood of Harlem, seen entirely through the eyes of a young boy who loves where he lives. You will ride the Metro North train, stroll past the chocolate colored brownstones, and do some weekend shopping on 125th Street. Along the way, you will stop by the barbershop where the older folks share their memories, and you will feel the intense energy of a summer basketball game. Every single page is filled with the unique sounds, flavors, and colors that make this community like nowhere else in the world. This beautiful journey captures the rich history and modern pulse of a famous New York City neighborhood. It will make you appreciate the special details of your own hometown, and show you how beautiful a community can be when you really pay attention to its rhythm.