To be considered for the Calendar listing, event info must be received ATLEAST TWO FULL WEEKS prior topublication.Dates & times are subject to change, callto confirm.Recurring events are online only. HOLIDAY/OBSERVANCES -Breakfast With Santa At Applebee’s,QEDC/QTC Benefit for Sandy victims ($10 incl. photo, full buffet)Scrambled eggs, potatoes, sausage, pancakes, bacon, toast, orange juice, coffee, tea. Proceeds sent by QEDC/QTCto Rockaway […]
Even The Dark Of Winter Looks Brighter
According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, winter arrives at 6:12 a.m. eastern standard time on December 21.For many people, winter means shorter days, chillier temperatures and more time indoors. There are many ways you can use that extra time inside.For example, you may want to spend a few minutes checking your earnings history and getting an estimate of your future […]
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Recognizing Efforts To Expand Healthcare Access
Councilmember James Gennaro (second from l.) celebrated the opening of Queens Hospital Center’s new Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on December 3 along with (l. to r.); City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) Board member Anna Kril, HHC Executive Vice President Antonio Martin, HHC Director of Psychiatry Martin Maurer, MD, Councilmember Leroy Comrie and Queens Health Network […]
How To Save Money By Donating Your Body To Science
Dear Savvy Senior,What can you tell me about body donations? With little money to spare, I’m looking for a cheap way to die and have heard that donating my body to science is free, not to mention it benefits medical research. Old and PoorDear OldIf you’re looking to eliminate your final farewell expense and help advance medical research, donating your […]
Koslowitz Hosts Community Forum
On Wednesday, December 5, Councilmember Karen Koslowitz held her first annual community forum at the Central Queens YM-YWHA in Forest Hills. Koslowitz, with representatives from the city Department of Transportation, NYPD 112th Police Precinct and CUNY Now, addressed various issues ranging from immigration, to housing, general welfare, and quality of life concerns.
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Koslowitz Meets With Forest Hills Boy Scouts
On December 6, Councilmember Karen Koslowitz (c.) was invited as a special guest of Boy Scout Troop 349 at the Our Lady of Mercy Church in Forest Hills. Koslowitz spoke about her role and duties in the City Council and the importance of community service.
Crowley Congratulates Thoughtful Sixth Graders
On December 7, Councilmember Elizabeth S. Crowley (D-Middle Village) visited the Ridgewood Post Office at 60-80 Woodbine Street to thank sixth graders from I.S. 93 for collecting holiday care packages to send to our troops serving overseas. The students helped collect donations from their classmates and shipped them to individual soldiers.“I was touched to see how the young students from […]
Queens Zoo Accepting Applications For Volunteers
The Wildlife Conservation Society’s (WCS) Queens Zoo seeks volunteers. Program participants will have the opportunity to teach visitors about animals through guided tours, assisting with special programs and events, speaking at narrated feedings, and leading arts and crafts activities.Queens Zoo volunteers have the opportunity to get involved in a variety of events at the zoo, including annual holiday programs.Training classes […]
Something New Brewing In Astoria
On December 8, the Single Cut Brewery, located at 19-33 37th St. Astoria, held its grand opening as the first micro-brewery in Astoria since prohibition. The owner, Rich Buceta (r.), held a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Councilmember Peter F. Vallone Jr. (c.) and Tony Meloni (l.), director of New York Anti-Crime Agency/ Immigration Advocacy Services.
Senators Bring Cheer To Families Affected By Sandy
State Senators Jose Peralta, Joseph Addabbo Jr. and Malcolm Smith, in conjunction with Queens Center, provided toys and holiday cheer December 8 to more than 400 children from Queens communities ravaged by Hurricane Sandy.Children and their families were transported by bus to Queens Center from Howard Beach, Far Rockaway and Breezy Point. The toys were donated by Queens Center. Transportation was […]