This column was originated in July 2013 by Nicollette Barsamian Composer William Ryden was born in New York City in 1939 and is a lifelong resident of Forest Hills. He received his training at the American Conservatory of Music, Chicago; the Mannes College of Music, New York; and in private study with the late Hungarian Maestro, Tibor Serly. Ryden’s work […]
CALDC Celebrates 35th Anniversary
The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition (CALDC) held a special 35th anniversary gala dinner at Melrose Ballroom on March 5, where two important members of the community, Atlantic Bank President Athanassia Papaioannou and former Councilman Peter Vallone Jr., were honored. Papaioannou, who is originally from Athens, Greece, joined the National Bank of Greece at the age of 18 and was […]
Astoria World Manor Update
The Astoria World Manor recently had a Department of Health Inspection Report on February 18 that was reported on via social media. We believe it is best to get information directly from the source, so we interviewed Ike Ahn, Astoria World Manor’s owner, regarding the present Board of Health situation and to get an update. Ahn stated, “we have one […]
Amorelli To Sell Historic House For National Trust
A home in Broadway-Flushing and the real estate company selling it will be leaving their mark on local history. Selling the home is Amorelli Realty. Their team consisting of Paul Halvatzis, Christina Halvatzis and Lauren Cornea, was honored by the National Trust in recognition of the company’s experience in successfully selling historical properties. Other accomplishments include the Steinway Mansion and […]
Garden School Debate Team Wins Citywide Tournament
One fact is not debatable, the Garden School debate team, The Daniel Webster Society, won their second Team of the Tournament Award this year. On February 28, Garden School, located in Jackson Heights, played host to the Big Apple Division of the New York Debate League of the ESUUS (English-Speaking Union of the United States). Garden School sent three teams […]
Vallone Intro’s Bill To Curb Illegal Truck Traffic
On March 3, the Transportation Committee heard Councilman Paul Vallone’s bill, Intro 315, aimed at curbing the illegal truck traffic that plagues many residential streets in his and many other districts. Trucks are a vital part of New York City’s economy and serve millions of residents and businesses through making deliveries and providing transport and services; however, many streets in […]
Peralta, Health Program To Celebrate Women’s Day
State Senator Jose Peralta and Grameen PrimaCare will be co-hosting an event celebrating International Women’s Day at Grameen VidaSana, the recently opened health program in Jackson Heights, on Thursday, March 12. They will be honoring several women from the Grameen VidaSana (GVS) program and the Jackson Heights community in celebration of this very important holiday. The March 12 event will […]
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. 30-8932nd St., Astoria, 718.932.5390.****BVM Help of Christians:Thursdays, 9:30 am-noon: Food Pantryopen to those in need. Donations beingaccepted all other times. 70-31 48th Ave,Woodside, info 718.672.4848 ext. 11.****Church of the […]
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 Independence DayCelebration Spons: BP Katz, SenGianaris, AM Simotas, CMConstantinides. Traditional Greek cultural performances, remarks by community leaders, food, beverages.Archdiocesan Hellenic Cultural Ctr,27-09 Crescent St, Astoria.RSVP718.545.3889.Mar 13, 6 pm COMMUNITY […]