The final chapter of the Forest Hills Barnes & Noble may soon be written. Area residents, however, will not let it close without a fight.The 70-00 Austin Street store, which has been open for more than two decades, is set to close if the book chain and the landlord, Muss Development, can’t come to an agreement over its lease, which […]
Memorial Day Service At Maple Grove Cemetery
The Friends of Maple Grove Cemetery presents a Memorial Day Service & Musical Celebration on Saturday, May 23 at 3 pm. The free outdoor event will feature a color guard, reflections and music at The Center at Maple Grove Cemetery, 127-15 Kew Gardens Rd., in Kew Gardens. The service will be held rain or shine, is handicap accessible and has […]
Crowley Tours Firehouses On 150th Anniversary
Councilwoman Elizabeth Crowley, Chair of the City Council Fire and Criminal Justice Services (FCJS) Committee, celebrated the FDNY’s 150th Anniversary by visiting four firehouses in her district. Crowley enjoyed the opportunity to show her appreciation to the firefighters and community members present at Engine 286 Ladder 159 in Glendale, Engine 319 in Middle Village, Engine 288 Hazmat Co. 1 in […]
It’s In Queens! (May 21 to May 27)
A three-day model train show headlines this week of activities, followed closely by Brazilian, Irish, and Japanese cinema, plus a documentary on the New York State Pavilion. There’s also a “color run” complemented by live Greek, Mexican, classical, and doo wop concerts. Here’s the rundown.May 21, A Southern Queens Salon Series Concert, 7 pm. The Queens Symphony Orchestra presents a […]
QueensWay Announces New Community Initiative
As an example of the many ways in which the proposed QueensWay Park plans to highlight local businesses and the cultural diversity of the borough, The Trust for Public Land and Friends of the QueensWay announced on May 20 a new community initiative called QueensWay Eats. QueensWay Eats – a local restaurant guide and online interactive companion guide – showcases […]
Garden School Raises Awareness And Two Grand For Nepalese Relief Efforts
Garden School Key Club members presented a check for $2,000 to a representativefrom Adhikaar, a local Queens Nepali support organization to help with earthquakerelief efforts in Nepal. www.adhikaar.orgDisplaying a characteristic commitment to the school’s mission of “social involvement”,Garden students were moved by the earthquake devastation in Nepal and wanted to help. A group approached the administration who encouraged their planning.Councilman […]
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Viewpoint: 2015 “Honor To The Greek Teacher” Event
The Federation of Hellenic-American Educators & Cultural Associations of America and Hellenic PAIDEA of America held its tenth annual “Honor to the Greek Teacher” testimonial, Sunday afternoon, May 3, 2015 at the Holy Trinity Cathedral Culture Center at 337 East 74th Street, New York. This year’s honoree was Dr. Ioannis Efthymiopoulos, Director of the Greek Education Department and prolific writer. […]
Greek Art And Culture Transmitted At Spring Art Exhibition & Sale
The Greek Artists Guild held their Spring Art Exhibition & Sale on Saturday and Sunday, April 25th and 26th at the Stathakion Center of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of New York at 22-51 29th St., Astoria. George Iliopoulos, Greece’s Consul General in New York, and his staff attended. Artists who displayed their work included: Magdalen Mavroudis, president; Efterpi Iatraki, […]
Warning: Keep Pets Cool In Early Summer Temps
With summer temperatures arriving early this year, Queens veterinarians and animal advocates are urging pet owners to learn proper care of pets that may easily become overheated or dehydrated in warm weather,Pets that appear sluggish, who vomit frequently or seem disoriented could be suffering heat stroke, advocates said.“Avoid taking pets outdoors at the hottest times of the day, try to […]
Astoria Back-Up Victim Dies
A 63-year-old Astoria man has died of injuries he suffered when a car backed into him on 34th Avenue on May 8, police said.Cops said Favhad Chowdbury, of 29th Street, was crossing northbound on 34th Avenue at about 4:50 p.m. on May 8 when he was struck by a 2003 Chevy Suburban that was backing up on the north side […]