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:•Thursdays, 9:30 am-noon: Food Pantry open tothose in need. Donations being accepted all othertimes. 70-31 48 Ave, Woodside, info 718.672.4848ext. 11. ****Chabad of Rego Park:•Thursdays, 9:30-10:30 am: Women’s Torah […]
Queens Young Dems Collect 300 Petition Signatures
Members of the Queens County Young Democrats (QCYD) collected almost 300 petition signatures to help secure a place on the ballot for four candidates in the upcoming Democratic primary. Members collected signatures for state senate candidate John Liu, as well as three young Democratic candidates for district leader, at petition drives organized by the organization. “Petitioning is the first step […]
The South Asian Influence On Queens
Queens is the most diverse of the five boroughs, populated by 2.3 million residents of different ethnic groups and cultures, according to the U.S. Census. Making up a majority of these residents are several ethnic groups who greatly impact the development of the borough’s neighborhoods. Jackson Heights is home to many South Asians, and it is here that one can […]
Telly’s Taverna
Telly’s Taverna has been a fixture on 23rd Avenue in Astoria for 25 years, led by “Nana” who steered the ship with style and her unique personality. Now, her lovely daughter Diana is at the helm, maintaining the same culinary traditions that made Telly’s Taverna so popular, while updating the interior to create a light and airy environment in which […]
Literary Fiction Night With Authors At Astoria Bookshop
Natalie S. Harnett, a Queens native and author of The Hollow Ground; and Julie Fierro, founder of Sackett Street Writers and author of Cutting Teeth will be reading from their work at the Astoria Bookshop, 31-29 31st St., Astoria, 718-278-2665 on Tuesday, July 15, 7 p.m. The Hollow Ground and Cutting Teeth are two of the most anticipated books of […]
Local-Express
Walter BebirianWalter Paul Bebirian has been creating art since 1958. His last physical piece was created in 2001, when he discovered his severe allergic reaction to paint and pigment. Since then he has worked only in the digital media. He was born and raised in Forest Hills, where he still resides. He attended P.S. 144 in Forest Hills, as well as […]
Queens Botanical Garden Holds Annual Rose Gala
Queens Botanical Garden recently hosted their annual Rose Gala, celebrating the 1939 and 1964 World’s Fairs, and honoring the Cord Meyer Development Company, George S. Meyer and the Meyer Family. The occasion was attended by many distinguished guests who support the Garden.
Designing New Food Products
BY DR. E. KIRSTEN PETERS Today’s snack food aisle in the grocery store contains a lot more products than when I was a kid. Back then, we mainly had potato chips and saltines, but not much more. Now there’s a multitude of choices designed to help you satisfy your cravings for something crunchy. It’s fair to say most of us […]
Come Together In Astoria Park For Beatles Tribute
Experience the timeless music and memories of the “Fab Four” in an incredible performance by Strawberry Fields. Fans who long for the magic of a Beatles concert can come together on Thursday, July 10 in Astoria Park for a live tribute to John, Paul, George and Ringo. Witness a re-creation of the Beatles classics, on the beautiful Astoria Park Waterfront, […]
St. John’s Prep Commencement 2014
On May 31, St. John’s Prep held commencement exercises at St. John’s University. It was a glorious day for the graduates and their families. Principal William Higgins greeted those gathered and thanked them for their support of the graduates. Salutatorian Lauren Martinez advised her classmates to “measure our time by the blessings bestowed upon each of us” and spoke of […]