With the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) “doomsday” budget scheduled for a vote, transit riders are facing a number of potential changes in their commutes. “We are not, obviously, in good times,” said MTA Assistant Director of Government and Community Relations Joseph Raskin. The MTA is operating with a $1.2 billion deficit this year and is proposing severe service cuts and […]
Spring Celebrations
I f you’re looking for a way to jazz up a bridal shower or graduation party without spending a I lot of money, give your guests a fun spread of finger foods. Appetizers that are easy to make and easy to eat can pack a lot of flavor – and fun – into any gathering. Set out some colorful bowls, […]
Simple Shower Sweets
Mix It Up With Jenny — By Jenny HarperI love bridal showers. What fun to bring people together to shower the bride with affection and presents! And, of course, it’s another reason to have some really good food. Finger foods work great for showers – bite-sized goodies let people nibble as they talk, mingle and enjoy the fun. So why not have a dessert that does the same […]
Queens Zoo Has Egg-streme Easter For You
On April 11, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. head to the Queens Zoo for its annual “Egg- Stravaganza” event for a day chock-full of spring-themed activities and games, an egg hunt and animals galore. Meet and greet two of the largest bunnies you’ll ever meet—the zoo’s very own Flemish giant rabbits, Henry and Herbie who weigh in at almost 20 pounds each. […]
Greek Independence Day Celebrated
Assemblymember Michael Gianaris (D-Astoria) and Borough President Helen Marshall co-hosted the seventh annual Queens celebration of Greek Independence Day on Thursday, March 26 at the Hellenic Cultural Center, 27-09 Crescent St., Astoria. The celebration highlighted the Greek people’s declaration of independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1821 and honored the achievements of four members of the Queens Greek-American community, the […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. All Nations Baptist: •Apr. 10, Friday, 5:30 p.m. Passover Seder, RSVP required. •Apr. 12, Sunday, 11 a.m. Easter Sunday Resurrection Service & Musical Celebration “Beyond the Cross. •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., […]
EHC Opens New Psychiatric Emergency Room
On Friday, March 20, City Councilmember Helen Sears and Assemblymember Jeffrion Aubry cut the ribbon to open the newly renovated Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Room at Elmhurst Hospital Center. Sears and Aubry were joined by Health and Hospitals Corporation Board Member Anna Kril, Queens Health Network Regional Director Dr. Jasmin Moshirpur, Elmhurst Hospital Center Executive Director Chris Constantino, members of the […]
St. John’s-Georgetown Matchup Opens Citi Field
St. John’s-Georgetown Matchup Opens Citi Field By Dan Miller The first baseball game ever played on Citi Field, the new home of the New York Mets, was the rubber match of a three-game series between St. John’s University and Georgetown University on March 30. Photos Dan Miller/DMD Images The first game ever played at Citi Field, the rubber match […]