What to do in Harlem?

Im in the process of planning my 5 day trip to NY. Im deciding on whether to visit Harlem. Was thinking of grabbing some food at Silvias and then some drinks in the Lenox Lounge as these seem to be the most famous venues.

Would anyone recommend anything else to see in this area?

And, sorry if this is an ignorant question, but is it relatively safe up this area (for an 2 indian guys)?

What to do in Harlem?

It%26#39;s safe unless you%26#39;re deathly terrified of black people. Is that what you%26#39;re asking?

What to do in Harlem?

Also, what would be the best night for Lenox Lounge? Im thinking of giving this a miss on the weekend and heading there on a Monday night (Im there from Thursday and travel back on Tuesday evening)

Apologies, I think the reputation of the area is the reason I asked this question. Which days would you recommend. Im thinking if I go on Monday, I may miss the rush.

It is relatively safe. Just execute the same caution you would as a tourist anywhere else in the world.

I would think that the main draw of most tourists sites is the abundance of people?

Im staying in Soho from Thurs - Sat and then closer to Central Park on Sunday and Monday. I suppose I can make other plans for the other nights of the week. I guess what Im asking is whether Lenox Lounge is good on a Sunday or Monday night for a relaxing drink and some good jazz?

And whether there is any other venues in that area you may suggest.

Hey last summer I went with some former TA posters to a a free Jazz concert held by Marjorie Elliot in the Morris Jummel House park that was ..... jammy.

http://www.morrisjumel.org/

So ';another completely unique experience would be to stop by Marjorie Elliott%26#39;s apartment in Harlem on Sunday at 4PM. Marjorie%26#39;s living room springs to life every Sunday with live jazz. Every performance is free (tips are accepted but not expected...by Marjorie at least. I expect you to tip a minimum of $20 per person...and you%26#39;ll want to after you see the show), and Marjorie serves cookies. Check out the website and send an email. Marjorie will reserve seats for you. Be sure to tell her how far you%26#39;ve come to see her show.';

http://www.parlorentertainment.com/ (I lifted this above quote from AllenZachary)

There%26#39;s a lot more to see in Harlem than just jazz ..... like the gospel choirs, St. John the Divine, City College, Striver%26#39;s Row, ect.

Monday is I think Latin night @ Lenox Lounge. You can check their website for current schedule. Sylvia%26#39;s/Lenox are within a few blocks of one another, it%26#39;s a busy area, there%26#39;s a subway station #s2%26amp;3 trains -- even a Starbucks -- in between, so walking in that area is generally okay. Harlem Meer (Central Park/5th Avenue near 110th Street) has free jazz concerts Sunday aternoons; the Central Park Conservancy website will have details. Studio Museum of Harlem (125th %26amp; 7th/Adam Clayton Powell Blvd) has a great current exhibit -- admission is free on Sundays (thanks, Target); Schomburg Center (135th %26amp; Lenox). Also shops along 125th; on 135th/7th is the Denim Library, terrific selection of men%26#39;s jeans %26amp; accessories.

I highly recommend going to Marjories on Sunday at 4PM. This is a fantastic experience and well worth the trip. You won%26#39;t regret it.

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