Dear Postcards from New York Reader,
Like many of you I am stunned and deeply saddened by the unexpected death of Michael Jackson. Listening to his music all weekend has not made the reality easier to grasp. It's hard to believe he is no longer with us. Last Thursday is destined to become a day like 911 in which one always remembers the moment of surreal disbelief when you first heard the incredulous news.
As we attempt to grapple with Michael's passing by seeking out Michael memorablia and downloading his music; If you are visiting New York or live in the metropolitan area, you may wish to pay respects at the place where the Jackson Five first came to national attention when they won Amateur Night at the Apollo in 1969. My sister Bev recalls how Michael instantly captured the hearts of all the girls in her third grade class when the groups "ABC 1, 2, 3" hit the charts.
From LA's Walk of Fame, to Trafalgar Square and as far away as India, we await funeral announcements. To help local fans channel their grief, Harlem's historic Apollo Theatre will hold a two day tribute beginning today at 2PM and feature Michael's music, videos as well as eulogies. Fans can record their thoughts and write farewells on a wall on 125th Street.
Our heart's go out to Michael's children and family.
Jacqueline Cable
For Postcards from New York
Address to Remember: Apollo Theatre, 253 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027, 212-531-5301, http://www.apollotheatre.com/.
Directions: From Times Square MTA 2, 3, A and C to 125th Street, short walk to theatre.
Photo by Chung Sung-Jun
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