Parents hoping to connect with their children’s teachers at P.S. 306, the Academy for Discovery in Woodhaven, have another tool at their disposal this year, as the school’s supply lists and wish lists are now posted on the free TeacherLists.com Web site. Parents can easily find exactly the supplies the kids need for back-to-school and – perhaps more importantly – […]
Van Bramer, Crowley Call For ‘No Truck’ Enforcement
On July 23, Councilmember Jimmy Van Bramer and Congressmember Joe Crowley joined community leaders and local residents to call on officials to enforce the “No Truck Route” along 65th Place in Woodside. Recently, residents along 65th Place have come forward to Van Bramer’s office citing a significant increase in noise pollution and smog caused by truck traffic along the residential […]
Don’t Miss Astoria Park Shore Fest This August
Astoria Park Shore Fest will be held on three Sundays this August, on a car-free pedestrian street. Summer Sundays on Shore Boulevard in Astoria will feature games, music, art, relaxation and fun on August 5, 12 and 19 from 1 p.m until 7 p.m. The Astoria Park Alliance, in coalition with the Department of Transportation (DOT), Green Shores NYC, Build […]
Garcia’s Mexican Café
Not even torrential downpours could keep the crowd away from Garcia’s fine Mexican Café on Austin Street in Forest Hills. Just after a recent deluge we entered the always festive environs of Garcia’s where the Happy Hour was underway and the Yankees continued their game after rain delays. Manny Gutierrez, the amiable proprietor greets everyone with a smile while the […]
Chi-Lites Kick Off SummerStage Season At Queensbridge Park
Chicago soul legends The Chi-Lites kicked off the 2012 season of SummerStage at Queensbridge Park in Long Island City. In spite of the blazing heatwave, the group pulled a thick crowd of fans to the free concert. Organized by the City Parks Foundation, and presented by AT&T, SummerStage provides Queens’ residents with free arts productions that promote music, dance, theater […]
Seven Tips For Storm-Stressed Pets
Thunderstorms, hurricanes, windstorms and tornadoes are not always predictable, making storm phobia a particularly difficult fear to treat in pets, and for owners whose pets exhibit these fears, it can be equally distressing. Not only do the pets show signs of nervousness (pacing, panting, chewing and drooling), they will also display behavioral signs (hiding, owner seeking, trembling, vocalizing, trying to […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. All Saints’ Church:•Tuesdays, 6 pm.: rehearsals of the Sunnyside DrumCorps 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.General info 718.784.8031.****Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin MaryUkrainian Catholic:•Sundays, 9 am: Mass in English; 10:30 am inUkrainian. 171-21 Underhill […]
WAR Performs In Queensbridge Park
Hundreds gathered beneath the Queensboro Bridge in Queensbridge Park on July 19, to enjoy and feel the good vibrations of the 1970s funk group WAR. Featuring founding member Leroy “Lonnie” Jordan, the group performed many of their famous hits including “The Cisco Kid”, “Why Can’t We Be Friends?”, “For The Love Of Money” and “Low Rider”. The group also featured […]
Astoria Band Fest 2012
On a hot and hazy day in Astoria a stage was erected adjacent to the Hell Gate Bridge and overlooking Astoria Park’s great lawn. This would be the site of the inaugural Astoria Band Fest. The event was the brainchild of Erick Benitez of Toast Productions and the fulfillment of a lifetime idea. The concert was quite a success as […]