Dromm Distributes Turkeys
Councilmember Daniel Dromm (DJackson Heights, Elmhurst) helped distribute 50 turkeys donated by Howard Koeppel of Koeppel Nissan to families on November 26. Twenty turkeys were given to families from I.S. 145 and I.S. 230 in Jackson Heights, respectively, and 10 turkeys were given to the Corona Self- Help Center. Four members of the Corona Self-Help Center assisted in distributing the […]
Gianaris Celebrates Thanksgiving With Turkey Donation
State Senator Michael Gianaris was proud to lend a hand as Urban Upbound and local donors, including the Greek- American Homeowners Association, provided hundreds of turkeys for residents of Astoria Houses. For years, Urban Upbound and Gianaris have celebrated Thanksgiving by making it easier for those in need to enjoy the holidays with their families. “There is no better way […]
St. John’s Prep Spiritual Life Committee Holds Food Drive
The St. John’s Prep Spiritual Life Committee sponsored a Thanksgiving Breakfast Bag drive. Cereal, hot chocolate mix, breakfast bars, oatmeal, pancake mix, jams and jellies, dried fruits, instant coffee and canned fruits were collected by school teams, clubs, and department offices during the weeks leading up to the Mass. Shopping bags were then made with a combination of the items. […]
An International Holiday By Queens Symphonic Band
The Queens Symphonic Band will perform their Winter Concert, “An International Holiday” under the direction of Dr. Bernard Rose on Sunday, December 8, 2 p.m. at the Queens Performing Arts Center at Queensborough Community College, 222-05 56th Ave. in Bayside. Tickets are $8 at the door, $5 for seniors and students.
The Battle Of The Bulge
We all know the basic medical facts: we should make healthy choices about what we eat and incorporate exercise into our busy lives. Most of the science of weight loss matches common sense. But it’s also true that more and more Americans are overweight or obese. As a nation, we are losing the battle of the bulge. How then can […]
La Vigna Italian Restaurant
Plan your holiday event at La Vigna Italian Restaurant where top notch, Italian cuisine and a warm, inviting dining room go well with your budget. The comfortable, welcoming dining room features tables dressed in crisp linens, wood floors, exposed brick and beautiful wood-framed mirrors. Imagine how effortless your company holiday party or family gathering will be if you leave the […]
Community Celebrates Completion of Mural
Business owners and community members celebrated the completion of the community mural “Flushing’s World Fair” at the 40th Road entrance to the Main Street-Flushing Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Station. Mural sponsors included Taiwan 101 Restaurant, Asian Americans for Equality, New Inspiration Care, Yumcha Yoga & Studio, Regen Acupuncture, Krystal Clear Graphic Designer and the Art4Moore Fund at the Tides […]
Gazette Calendar Of Events
Dates & times are subject to change.Recurring events are online only (scrolldown). To list your event, send info toqgazette@aol.com, or 42-16 34th Ave,Astoria 11101, two weeks prior to theevent.HOLIDAYAnnual Holiday Party for ChildrenSunnyside Community Svcs, 43-31 39St. 1st Floor, Sunnyside. 100% of alldonations go to the children. Makecheck out to: 108 Precinct CommunityCouncil. Goods donations also appreciated. Info P.O. Luis […]