Greeks all over the world, but especially here in New York City, will celebrate Greek Independence Day this Mar. 25. Parades and speeches will mark a struggle which began early in the 19th century and continued well into the 20th, fueled by the desire of the Greek nation to follow the traditions of self-government of the world’s first democracy. The […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. Astoria Adventist Church:•Fridays, 7:30 pm: Jewish Ministry Group.•Saturdays, 3:15 pm: Bible Study Group. 30-89 32ndSt., Astoria, 718.932.5390.****BVM Help of Christians:•Thursday, 9:30 am-noon: Food Pantry open tothose in need. Donations being accepted allother times. 70-31 48 Ave, Woodside, info718.672.4848 ext. 11. ****Emanuel United Church of Christ:•Saturday, Apr. 5, […]
Suddenly, Everybody’s Agreed, ‘We Need A Pre-K Plan’
All mayoral candidate Bill de Blasio had was an idea—set up a pre-K program for the city’s four-year-olds and let rich taxpayers pay for it. It helped greatly in getting him elected easily. After the election, he wasn’t getting any traction on the idea until Governor Cuomo said yes to the pre-K part, but in a re-election year, there would […]
Queens Councilmembers Meet On Discretionary Fund Requests
The Queens 15 member delegation in the City Council held a meeting last week to hear testimony from groups and organizations seeking capital or expense budget funding from the councilmembers’ discretionary funds, which are distributed to each member for a designated project in his or her district. The funds are given out at the discretion of the city council speaker. […]
Markey Holds Gala To Launch Her Re- Election Campaign
Assemblymember Margaret Markey hosted a gala event on February 27 to kick off her 2014 re- election campaign at O’Neill’s in Maspeth. Queens Borough President Melinda Katz was the special guest of honor.
Gazette Calendar Of Events
Dates & times are subject to change. Recurring events are online only (scroll down). To list your event, send info to qgazette@aol.com, or 42-16 34th Ave, Astoria 11101, two weeks prior to the event. COMMUNITY MEETINGS CLUBS Flushing Camera Club FlushingCamera Club Flushing Hospital,Auditorium, 146-01 45 Ave (enterBurling St), 718.749.0643, www.flushingcameraclub.org. 1st, 3rd & 5th Weds,7:15 pm.Mar 19: Theatre PhotographyJFK […]
Ferreras Hosts Gillibrand At Women’s Rights Brunch
On March 9, Councilmember Julissa Ferreras welcomed U. S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand to the Transfiguration of Christ Greek Orthodox Church in Corona for a special women’s empowerment brunch and public conversation with female community leaders living in the 21st Council District. Together, Ferreras and Gillibrand initiated an open dialogue on the following topics from both a local and national perspective: […]
FDNY, Feds: Call 911 Immediately If You Smell Gas
City and federal officials last week issued an urgent reminder to New Yorkers who detect the odor of gas at home, in their neighborhood, or in any other location. “Evacuate immediately, call 911 and tell the operator you need an immediate response,” officials said. “Do not smoke or light lighters or matches. If the odor in your home or apartment […]
Flushing Boy Escapes Kidnap Attempt
Police in Queens are searching for a goateed creep who tried to snatch an 11-year-old boy off a street in Flushing – in broad daylight on March 14.But the brave, street-smart youngster wasn’t about to give in to the pervert, police sources said. “This kid used his head. He did some quick thinking and realized the urgency of his situation. […]