Nothing says New York like the classic diner and the Court Square Diner in Long Island City fits the bill with a modern twist. Since 1946 this classic diner has fed Queens’ hungry throngs 24 hours a day, seven days a week. With home-style food, baking done on premises, and an array of daily dinner and lunch specials, the Court […]
Astoria Welcomes 1925
The Greater Astoria Historical Society presents pages from the Long Island Star Journal. Welcome to January 1925! In Germany, imprisoned political agitator Adolf Hitler published the first volume of his manifesto, Mein Kampf. Back in the United States, a teacher in Tennessee was charged by authorities for teaching evolution to his class. Catalog retailer Sears Roebuck opened its first store […]
Ferreras, Crowley, Local Pols Celebrate Three Kings Day
In keeping with their commitment to the community, Councilmember Julissa Ferreras and Congressmember Joseph Crowley, along with New York state Senator Jose Peralta and Assemblymembers Jeff Aubry and Michael Den Dekker, City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, Councilmember Latitia James, and Manhattan Borough President Scott M. Stringer celebrated a festive, intergenerational Three Kings Day event January 5, at Florence E. Smith […]
Mustaches Shaved To Support Autism
Realtor Paul Halvatzis, known by many in Queens for his signature mustache, shaved it off at the second annual “Shave the ‘Stache for Cash” event. Held at the Redken Saloon Salon in Astoria on December 28, Halvatzis, his son, Paulie and local business owner Gary Bonelli shaved their mustaches to raise funds to support Quality Services for the Autism Community […]
Internet In Bloom For The Layperson
Numerous studies indicate the leading cause of death in the U.S. is heart disease. However, did you know that these same studies show the fifth leading cause of an American dying is purely accidental? If you visit www.failblog.org and view the numerous video clips or visit www.youtube.com and search for “fails” you will see an enormous number of accidents. There […]
Estelle Cooper Dies Amid Questions Of Guilt
When former Assistant Parks Commissioner Estelle Cooper passed away on December 29, she left behind a legacy of public service in Queens, along with a number of unanswered questions regarding her indictment on charges related to the theft of funds from a nonprofit she established for the upkeep of Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Cooper, 82, of Whitestone, had previously been an […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. Central Queens YM & YWHA:•Wednesdays, starting Jan. 9: ConversationalHebrew classes. Mornings: Beginner 9-9:45 am($77m/ $110nm); Intermediate: 9:45-11:15 am($110m/ $154 nm); Evenings: All Levels, 7:15-8:45 pm ($110m/ $154 nm). Transportationprovided if needed. Register now,718.268.5011 x160, 621; in person; online:www.cqy.org/Registration. 67-09 108th St.,Forest Hills. ****Queen of Angels Church:•Sunday, Jan. […]
SJP Runs Food Drive For St. John The Baptist Parish
The St. John’s Prep community celebrated Christmas by holding a Food Drive to benefit St. John the Baptist parish. The Junior Ladies of Charity Club coordinated the drive and helped deliver the food to the Parish.
Gazette Calendar Of Events
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. COMMUNITY MEETINGS CLUBS Clinton Democratic Club Mtg.Vallone & Vallone LLP, 25-59 FrancisLewis Blvd, Flushing, 718.428.7285.Jan 16, 7 pmFlushing Camera Club FlushingHospital auditorium, 146-01 45 Ave,entrance 45 Ave & Burling St, […]