Wheel Fun Rentals is opening two new locations in Queens. Flushing Meadows- Corona Park and the World’s Fair Marina Pier 1 will soon be home to a wide variety of watercraft specialty cycles. Wheel Fun Rentals offers guests the opportunity to rediscover the joys of having some old-fashioned outdoor fun, providing unique rental equipment for people of all ages and […]
Gianaris Inducts Queensbridge Man Into Hall Of Fame
State Senator Michael Gianaris honored World War II veteran, Queensbridge resident and community fixture, John D. Smith Sr., as an inductee into the New York state senate Veteran’s Hall of Fame, which is designed to pay tribute to New Yorkers whose gallantry in the U.S. Armed Forces is complemented by service to their communities. Gianaris presented Smith with a commemorative […]
What You Need To Know About Dental Sealants
Thousands of patients across the globe, as well as in the metropolitan New York area, receive dental sealant procedures every year in order to keep their teeth as healthy and viable as possible. Sealants are made up of a thin, durable plastic material that essentially “seals” tooth material so that it doesn’t come into contact with food, plaque and other […]
Seize The Day: Visit A Park
This is the time of year to get outdoors and observe Mother Nature in all her glory. With a simple field guide to trees or birds and a Sunday afternoon trip to a local park, you can play amateur scientist and immerse yourself in forces larger than those we humans create. A friend and I are making plans for an […]
It’s a grand old flag
For more than 200 years, the American flag has been the symbol of our nation’s unity, as well as a source of pride and inspiration for millions of citizens. Here are the highlights of its unique history. *On June 14, 1777 the Continental Congress passed an Act to establish an official flag for the new nation. The resolution ordered that […]
W hen in the course of human events…
Taxation without representation! That was the battle cry of the 13 colonies in America who were forced to pay taxes to England’s King George III with no representation in Parliament. As dissatisfaction grew, British troops were sent in to quell any signs of rebellion, and repeated attempts by the colonists to resolve the crisis without war proved fruitless. On June […]
Changing Times In 1960 Queens
Get into a conversation with a longtime Queens resident and you’re likely to discover a subscriber of the Long Island Star-Journal, a daily paper that informed the community about local and world news until it folded in 1968. A banner across the Star-Journal masthead reminded readers that the newspaper’s name came from the merger of the Long Island Daily Star […]
OVELIA PSISTARIA AND BAR
Brothers Chris and Peter Giannakas opened Ovelia Psistaria about eight years ago and the impressive food and the ‘buzz’ around this modern Hellenic grill house is as fresh as the day it opened. With a laser-focus on quality ingredients, preparation, and excellent customer satisfaction, Chris and Peter work tirelessly to ensure a superior dining and social experience for everyone. Whether […]
Caffebene: The Starbucks Of South Korea Now In Queens
Caffebene worldwide, aside from providing quality coffee, offers guests a respite from the fast-pace lifestyle of major international cities by creating a tranquil environment different from what is found in today’s typical coffeehouse. Now more and more Gotham locals are experiencing how Caffebene sets themselves apart from competitors – unique and seasonal menu offerings, cozy ambiance and laidback style reminiscent […]
Astoria Park Spruced Up
Parks Department workers were in full force sprucing up Astoria Park ahead of the summer fun, including the Central Astoria Local Development Coalition’s (CALDC) annual Independence Day Celebration held on June 30 on the Great Lawn of beautiful Astoria Park. Grass had been mowed, trees manicured, and benches painted, making for a picture-perfect setting. The annual Independence Day Celebration draws […]