The United Community Civic Association (UCCA) has announced their Community “Luv-In” Party will be held on Thursday, February 12, at Central Lounge, 20-30 Steinway St., Astoria, at 6:30 p.m. The $55 per person donation includes wine, beer, sangria, soda, hors d’oeuvres, dessert and coffee. Everyone is invited. To make a reservation, call 718-932-5415 or 917-742- 6975.
Gaudio’s Pizzeria and Restaurant
Among the many pizza and pasta places in Astoria, Gaudio’s stands out for its warm atmosphere, its exceptional, traditional fare, and the welcoming smile of Dominico (Nicky) Gaudio, as he crafts his famous pizzas in the front. A family business since 1958, Gaudio’s was passed from father to son, and though the restaurant has been updated with cheerful, sunshine-colored walls, […]
Nolan Says ‘Thank You’
Assemblymember Catherine Nolan sent out a “thank you letter” to all those who helped her in the campaign for Assembly speaker. By all standards it looked like her swan song six days before the voting was originally set to take place. The vote, however, was moved ahead to yesterday morning, and Nolan conceded minutes before that, saying, “I lost. I […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. Astoria Adventist Church:Fridays, 7 pm: Small group video seminar,In the Footsteps of Jesus.Saturdays, 3 pm: Bible Study. 30-89 32ndSt., Astoria, 718.932.5390.****BVM Help of Christians:Thursdays, 9:30 am-noon: Food Pantry opento those in need. Donations being accepted allother times. 70-31 48th Ave, Woodside, info718.672.4848 ext. 11.****Church of the Resurrection:Last […]
Gazette Calendar Of Events
Dates & times are subject to change. 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/INFO CLUBS Greek American Homeowners Assn.(GAHOA) Mtg. Guests: DEP Com; CMConstantinides re: WestWay HomelessShelter 23-49 31 St, Astoria, Info718.545.4046 – Feb 4, 7 pm COMMUNITY BOARDS, EDUC. & PCT. 109th Precinct Community […]
Slippery Condition At Bayside LIRR Cleared Up
In the aftermath of Winter Storm Juno and Monday morning’s snowfall, many commuters in Bayside prepared to brace themselves, quite literally, for what is commonly a dangerous and slippery condition in the area around the Bayside Long Island Rail Road station. As brought up by many residents, the sidewalks and stairs owned by the Department of Transportation (DOT) are often […]
Crowley Honors Legacy Of Civic Leader Luke Adams
On Wednesday January 28, Rep. Joe Crowley (D-Queens, the Bronx), Vice Chair of the Democratic Caucus, submitted a statement into the Congressional Record honoring the life and legacy of the late Sunnyside civic leader Luke Adams. “I had the honor and pleasure of knowing Luke for three decades,” said Crowley. “He was synonymous with Sunnyside, Queens and his contributions to […]
LGBT Network Announces Major Queens Expansion
Elected officials and community leaders gathered at Queens Borough Hall on February 3 for a major announcement that will bring much-needed services to LGBT families throughout the borough. The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Network’s (LGBT Network) will formally present The Queens LGBT Center’s Q Center and present plans for it that will transform the lives of thousands in the […]
Long Island City Mourns Anthony ‘Tony’ Mazzarella
Longtime Long Island City restaurateur Anthony “Tony” Mazzarella, whose background as a boxer and countless charitable efforts made him a standout in the community passed away on January 25 after a long illness. Mazzarella, 77, opened the iconic Waterfront Crabhouse in 1979 and soon filled the restaurant with sports and historic memorabilia dating back to the early 1900s, most of […]
Sex Offender Reported Living At Westway Motel Homeless Shelter
A convicted child molester who sexually assaulted a 7-year-old girl has now taken up residence at the Westway Hotel homeless shelter located on Astoria Boulevard in Astoria. The individual known as James Bryant, 49, was sent ot the Westway after living in a shelter in The Bronx.According to official reports, Bryant was released from prison in 2014 after spending 10 […]