The Eleventh Plague, A Novel
The Eleventh Plague. By Jeff Hirsch, Scholastic Press, 278 pages, $17.99. A merica as we know it has been destroyed; all that is left is a vast, desolate landscape ravaged by a brutal war – a typical opening premise for a post-apocalyptic novel. But Astoria writer, Jeff Hirsch, adds his own twist to the oft-played out narrative in his new […]
Queens Offers Outdoor Fun Year-Round
Summer is ending, but that doesn’t mean outdoor fun has to also. Queens residents do not have to look far for some outdoor activities to stay fit. Hiking, probably one of the most unexpected activities for a city, like New York is actually popular in many areas. Alley Pond, 228-06 Northern Blvd. in Douglaston, offers wetlands trails for those who […]
Iskander Rocks Astoria
On August 23, Astoria’s Athens Square Park rocked…literally. First by a small earthquake aftershock and then by Greek-American rock group Iskandar. The concert was part of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater NY and the Athens Square Park Committee’s Summer Greek Night festivities. A record attendance crowd enjoyed the eclectic set played by Billy Chrissochos’ new rock band. Participating […]
Astoria Resident Earns Top Spot In ‘Karaoke Battle USA’
After months of competition against hundreds of talented and aspiring New York singers, Astoria resident Brandi Thompson has earned her spot as a top finalist on ABC’s new program, “Karaoke Battle USA”. The program follows the Karaoke World Championship Competition, which focuses on finding and promoting the best undiscovered singers in the nation. Thousands of hopefuls across America entered this […]
Irene Storms In
Hurricane Irene has come and gone. What began almost two weeks ago as a tropical storm in the Caribbean passed through the metropolitan area as a category one hurricane packing 70 mph winds. The 500 mile wide Irene claimed 40 lives during its journey up the East Coast. One death in The Bronx is the only reported local storm related […]
Gazette Calendar Of Events
Community Meetings Dates & times are subject to change, call to confirm. Community Boards Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8 United Forties Civic Association, 7 p.m. St. Teresa Parish Center, 50-22 45 St., Woodside. 917.535.0516. Sept. 12 Board 7, public hearing and regular meeting, 7 p.m., Union Plaza Care Center, 33-23 Union St., Flushing, 718.359.2800. Sept. 13, Oct. […]
The Grinch Who Stole Christmas Trees
For the second time, a grinch has destroyed Woodside’s Christmas tree. This time was notably worse, because the latest tree destroyed around July 30 was a special spruce tree carefully selected by Queens Parks Commissioner Dorothy Lewandowski after much research, to endure the inhospitable park terrain of Sohncke Square at Woodside Avenue and 58th Street. Going back to when our […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. All Nations Baptist: •Sun., 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. **** All Saints’: •Oct. 8, Pumpkin Fair vendors needed, call to register. •Tues., 6 p.m. Join the Sunnyside Drum Corps Marching Band, […]
Search On For Suspect In ‘Forceable Touching’ Incident
Detectives at the Queens Child Abuse Squad this week are continuing their search for a man who allegedly fondled a child on August 9 inside a Queens Library branch. Police sources said the seven-year-old victim told investigators the man was creeping around in the second floor Children’s Section at the library’s Steinway Branch at 21- 45 31st St. in Astoria […]