The Central Astoria LDC is launching a series of housing workshops to inform tenants of their rights and regulations as well as available assistance programs to lighten the burden of their daily living. One workshop will be dedicated to informing tenants about recent changes in income eligibility for the Senior Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) and the Disabled Rent Increase Exemption […]
Patti LuPone Launches QPAC’s 2014-15 Season
A variety of talented performers from around the world will be showcasing their unique and exciting brand of entertainment for another stellar season at the Queensborough Performing Arts Center (QPAC). Beginning September 14, Broadway royalty and two-time Tony winner, Patti Lupone, will sing songs from her acclaimed concert, “Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda…played that part”. Featured are all-time classics from Hair and […]
Library Honors World’s Fair, Bridge Opening With Exhibit
In honor of the 75th anniversary celebrations of both the opening of the 1939 New York World’s Fair and The Bronx-Whitestone Bridge, the Whitestone branch of the Queens Library will be displaying a free photo exhibit documenting their origins. Entitled The Bridge and the Fair, the photographic exhibit features many never before seen images culled from the archives of the […]
It’s In Queens! (September 11 to September 17)
It’s that time of year when outdoor concerts mix with indoor concerts and bicycle parades compete with theater. This jam-packed upcoming week features Warhol, Haydn, Taiwanese film, Irish comedy, lessons on composting, and even the chance to knit for charity while watching the Mets. Here’s the rundown.Sept. 11, Andy Warhol’s Photo-Aesthetic and Beyond, gallery hours. With recent gifts from the […]
WRBA Will Welcome Special Guests At Next Town Hall
The Woodhaven Residents’ Block Association (WRBA) will feature two sets of guest speakers at its next Town Hall on Thursday, September 18. The first is Deputy Inspector Henry Sautner, the commanding officer of the 102nd Police Precinct, who will introduce a new Community Affairs officer to Woodhaven. The second are representatives from HeartShare Human Services of New York, an organization […]
Katz, Bratton At NYPD School Safety Awards
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz joined Police Commissioner William Bratton at an awards ceremony for police officers and school safety agents working for the School Safety Division of the NYPD’s Patrol Borough Queens North. The ceremony on September 2 at the Metropolitan Campus in Forest Hills recognized the important job police officers and school safety agents have in protecting our […]
GWDC To Sponsor Wonderful Woodhaven Street Festival
The Greater Woodhaven Development Corporation’s (GWDC) 34th annual Wonderful Woodhaven Street Festival will be held on Sunday, October 19, from noon to 6 p.m., on Jamaica Avenue from 80th Street to Woodhaven Boulevard. With something for everyone, the whole family will enjoy the festival that features pony rides, games, food, and a variety of vendors. Unique products and specials will […]
Goldfeder To USDA: Make Grocery Shopping Easier
In an effort to provide expanded food options to seniors and families on public assistance, Assemblymember Phil Goldfeder (D-Ozone Park) sent a letter to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and top online grocery delivery services calling on them to allow residents of Southern Queens and Rockaway to order groceries online for home delivery using their food stamp benefits.“Buying […]
Forest Hills Volunteer Ambulance Commemorates 9/11
The Forest Hills Volunteer Ambulance Corps (FHVAC) will be holding its annual 9/11 Memorial on September 11, at 7 p.m. The event will commemorate those men and women who so bravely responded to the tragic events of that day, many of whom made the ultimate sacrifice. The memorial will take place in front of the FHVAC headquarters and will include […]
QEDC Announces Fall Programming For Business
Looking to help small business owners, budding entrepreneurs, and home improvement contractors, the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC) announced its fall programs during a special networking event at Z Rooftop in Long Island City on August 28.First up is the Queens StartUP! Business Plan Competition, which begins on October 6. This ninth annual undertaking, sponsored by Citi Foundation and organized […]