Returning to the district for a two-week break after voting for this year’s $150 billion state budget, Assemblyman Ron Kim took time to speak with future teachers and policymakers at Queens College (CUNY) and New York University. Kim spoke extensively about this year’s education budget and its impact in the classrooms and on public school teachers. The Assembly majority members […]
Note to Brides and Grooms: Don’t Forget to Buy Each Other a Present
If you’re reading this story, you’re probably one of the approximately 825,000 couples who’ve just gotten engaged since Thanksgiving and are now planning your wedding. So here’s perhaps the single most important reminder — and grooms do seem to need more reminding than brides — anyone will offer: Tradition holds that you both exchange wedding presents. (Yes, grooms, even though […]
Celebrate life’s special occasions at Astoria World Manor.
Astoria World Manor has been an icon of catering in the area for 59 years, offering personalized service for all of life’s special occasions. With six rooms that can accommodate from 50 people to 1,000 people, you are sure to find one that suits you. Mr. Ahn and his multilingual banquet staff will guide you through that most important event […]
Five Questions to Ask Before Marriage
Marriage is a milestone in life; yet, many enter into the next phase without asking their spouse some vital questions about money. If you are among the soon-to-be wed, consider starting a conversation using the questions below. Couples who plan their expenses ahead of time are more likely to enjoy their earnings, and less likely to need credit repair intervention. […]
O LAVRADOR
Since 1981 the Ferreira Family, led by Joao, has been serving authentic cuisine from Portugal and the Iberian Peninsula to the lucky residents of Queens and beyond who have had the good fortune of discovering this “Gem of Jamaica,” conveniently located just off the Van Wyck Expwy. “O Lavrador” means “the farmer” in Portuguese and in fact, you’ll find a […]
Independent Bookstore Day NYC At Astoria Bookshop
Book lovers and bookstore fans will want to mark Saturday, May 2 on their calendar, as the first annual nationwide Independent Bookstore Day takes place in bookstores throughout New York City and across the country. A literary trivia contest in Astoria, a neighborhood scavenger hunt in East Harlem, a marathon of author readings in SoHo, photo ops with authors in […]
Local-Express
Stylianos KalamarasThis column was originated in July 2013 by Nicollette Barsamian Stylianos Kalamaras is the 2015 New York Golden Gloves Light Heavyweight Champion. He fought at the finals April 2, and was the only fighter to knock his opponent to the canvas. Kalamaras had one of the most impressive records this tournament, with five victories, two by knockout. A resident of […]
UCCA Holds Meeting On ‘Law And Order’
A public forum, “Law and Order, Disorder and Justice…Well Served?” covered a range of issues from quality of life crime to murder and the death penalty. The Honorable Supreme Court Justices Gregory L. Lasak and Michael B. Aloise and Commanding Officers Deputy Inspector Kevin Maloney and Captain Brian Hennessy of the 114th and 115th Precincts, respectively, were speakers at the […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. American Martyrs Parish:•Saturday, May 9, 9 am-3:30 pm:Defensive Driving Course sponsored by theNational Safety Council ($45 incl. reduction of mandatory insurance premium andviolation point total) 79-43 Bell Blvd,Bayside, 718.464.4582.****Astoria Adventist Church:•Fridays, 7 pm: Small group video seminar,In the Footsteps of Jesus.•Saturdays, 3 pm: Bible Study. 30-89 32ndSt., […]
