The brand new, sparkling clean Jax Inn Diner offers a treat for all, seven days a week, 24 hours a day. The Jax Inn is located on the former site of the old Mark Twain diner and opened just three months ago after extensive renovations. The décor is cool retro with a decidedly modern twist. Neutral colored booths and wood […]
The Gazette Leaps Back
The upcoming February 29 issue of the Gazette is the first time in 28 years that the publication date falls on that extra day of the year known as leap year. The Gazette, as our faithful readers know, always comes out on Wednesday, and it has taken this long for February 29, which only occurs every four years, or leap […]
Love Is In The Air
Romantics and lovers of classic American standards were serenaded at the Valentine’s Day Songfest at St. Michael’s Cemetery in East Elmhurst. The members of the New Blue Amberol Quartette performed selections that included “As Time Goes By” and “Jezebel”. The February 11 program was hosted by St. Michael’s Cemetery Controller of Human Resources Jeff Miller and refreshments were provided by […]
Queens Center For Progress Honors DeSabato
Queens Center For Progress, an organization devoted to the advancement of children and adults with developmental disabilities, named Vallo Transportation President Linda DeSabato “Chef of the Year” during their annual Evening of Fine Food held at Terrace on the Park on February 7. Each year during this annual fundraiser, Queens Center For Progress honors members of the community whose contributions […]
Vallone Targets Laser Pointing At Aircraft
Alarmed at the mounting number of incidents of lasers being pointed at airplanes in flight, possibly causing crashes, Councilmember Peter Vallone Jr. (D–Astoria) has proposed a bill making it a crime. “This legislation gives our law enforcement community a clear and easy way to go after these criminals,” Vallone said. His bill would make pointing a laser at an airplane […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. All Saints’ Church:•Tuesdays, 6 pm rehearsals of the SunnysideDrum Corps Marching Band, boys/girls ages 7-17 invited, no fee, no auditions, Lower Level, 43-12 46th St., Sunnyside. For schedule changes,call 718.786.4141. ****Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin MaryUkrainian Catholic:•Sunday Mass, 9 am English; 10:30 amUkrainian, 171-21 Underhill Ave., FreshMeadows, […]
Gazette Calendar Of Events
To be considered for the Calendar listing, event info must be received at least two weeks prior to publication. Dates & times are subject to change, call to confirm. Community Meetings Clubs American Legion Post 298 30-61 87th St., East Elmhurst. 1st Mon. of the month at 8 pm American Legion & Ladies Aux. Post 118 89-02 91st St., Woodhaven, […]
The Great Bird Count At Queens Botanical Garden
On February 18, 10:30 am, Queens Botanical Garden (QBG) will welcome local residents to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count, a census of native birds conducted every year by bird lovers at sites across the United States and Canada. QBG is home to several birds including red-tailed hawks, robins and pheasants. The event will be a child- and family-friendly […]