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With a screening of "WALL-E" on August 17 the Central Astoria Local Development Coalition (CALDC) second annual Movie Night in Astoria Park series came to a close. More ... United Adult Ministries, the parent company of Flushing House, will honor three outstanding persons with the Rose Kryzak Senior Leadership Award, during their annual gala fundraising dinner on Thursday, November 5. The awards are named after the late Rose Kryzak, a dedicated senior activist and a longtime resident of Flushing House. More ... The worst case scenario? H1N1 (inaccurately and formerly known as swine flu) could sicken up to 40 percent of Americans over the next two years if a vaccine campaign and other measures aren't successful. But that scenario might be avoided if everyone takes responsibility. More ... Anthony Argento (l.) graduated from the New York Film Academy on July 29, having directed his first cinematic effort, "The Axe". He is shown with Brian Norton, a teacher of film direction. The graduation ceremony was his second of the summer; he graduated from Monsignor McClancy H.S. on June 6 with a perfect attendance record for all 12 years of elementary and high school. Argento is the son of Virginia and Anthony Argento Sr., brother of Sarina Argento and grandson of Salvatore and Francesca Merendino and Angela and Paolo Argento. More ... On Sunday, August 9, the Federation of Italian American Organizations of Queens, Inc. (FIAOQ) hosted its 21st annual 5K run to help fight drug abuse and fun run for children under 10. The race, which attracted 250 seasoned runners and 35 novices, began and ended in front of the FIAOQ soccer field at 20th Avenue and 32nd Street, Astoria. More ... Giving a strong sign that he may be interested in running for governor next year, former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has reportedly increased his courtship of influential GOP'ers and has plunged into the developing fight to gain control of the New York State Republican Committee. More ... (L. to r.): USCIS New York District Director Andrea Quarantillo, an Immigration Advocacy Services staff member, Congressmember Carolyn Maloney and Immigration Advocacy Services Executive Director Antonio Meloni hailed the prospective opening of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) field office in Long Island City in 2010. More ... Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. More ... T he Martyrs' Monument by sculptor, Albert Weinert, takes its inspiration from "La Marseillaise", the national anthem of France. It was a favorite of Albert Parsons and he sang it in his cell just prior to his trip to the gallows. A laurel wreath is placed on the brow of the fallen hero, as the figure of Justice advances, resolutely toward the future. More ... Before We Met By Elizabeth G. Uhlig, Collages by the Author Marble House Editions 223 pages (paperback) ISBN 978-0-9815345-0-3 In November 2000 this newspaper carried a review of Elizabeth Uhlig's Grandmother Mary, More ... Get into a conversation with a long-time Queens resident and you're likely to discover a subscriber of the Long Island Star-Journal, a daily paper that informed the community about local and world news until it folded in 1968. More ... Unknown still to most people residing in New York City is a tea drink available in almost every food venue in Flushing and Chinatown. Already popular among many young Asian Americans and a growing number of non-Asians, the beverage has its idiosyncrasies. The straw used to enjoy the drink is much wider than typical soda fountain straws. More ... Cooperstown, New York is the center of the universe for every baseball fan. But there's more to the historic hamlet known as "America's Most Perfect Village" than the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. More ... On Tuesday, August 18, Italian American Political Action Committee (I AM PAC) Chairman Jack Como, I AM PAC President James C. Lisa, I AM PAC Vice President Bob Fonti and I AM PAC Honorary Chairman Dr. Joseph V. Scelsa met with Paul Vallone and Vallone's family and staff at Vallone's campaign headquarters, 25-59 Francis Lewis Blvd. More ... Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. All Nations Baptist: •Sunday, 2:30-5:30 p.m., for three months, free English classes which have already begun, registration required, limited space, 86-76 80th St., Woodhaven; 718.296.2025. More ... Have you ever wanted to learn about photography? Do you need an exciting after school activity? Does work frustrate you, leaving you in need of a fun, creative outlet? More ... Queens detectives are urging the public to come forward with any information on the fatal beating of a popular Jackson Heights building maintenance worker. Police officials said detectives have few leads in connection with the August 17 death of Rafael Rodriguez, 53, who they believe was fatally beaten between 4 and 9 a.m. within the confines of the 115th Precinct. More ... |
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