In recognition of World Autism Awareness Day (April 2), Borough President Melinda Katz announced a $1 million allocation of her Fiscal Year 2017 discretionary capital funds toward the construction of a new, 3,800-square-foot “Center for Physical Achievement” gymnasium and fitness space at the New York Families for Autistic Children (NYFAC) center in Howard Beach. Children diagnosed with autism and other […]
De Blasio On Graffiti, What’s Next
Mayor Bill de Blasio had recently reported that he has given up on the “War on Graffiti.” News of this began last year when the Department of Transportation DOT was told to scrap its anti-graffiti plans. The mayor plans to use funds reserved for the removal of graffiti and instead will use it for his Vision Zero plan, aimed at […]
Bridgerunners MC Hosts Fundraiser For NYFAC
On Friday, March 25, the Bridgerunners MC hosted a fundraiser for New York Families for Autistic Children (NYFAC) – and collected $1,500 in donations. “As April is Autism Awareness Month, we are very thankful that the Bridgerunners were kind enough to host this fundraiser,” said Andrew Baumann, President and CEO of NYFAC. “But more than that, they helped us to […]
Mount Sinai ‘Leader In LGBT Healthcare Equality’
Six campuses of the Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) – The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Mount Sinai St. Luke’s, Mount Sinai West (formerly known as Mount Sinai Roosevelt), Mount Sinai Queens, and New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai – have been recognized as “Leaders in LGBT Healthcare Equality” by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) […]
A Unique Education Mentor Honored
“Never discourage anyone…who continually makes progress, no matter howslow.” —Plato Principal Athena Tsokou-Kromidas has been there for all the students as William Spyropoulos Greek American Day School Principal. She is a legend – loyal and steadfast. Mrs. Kromidas was honored for her lifelong dedication to the preservation of the Greek language and customs at the Fortieth Anniversary Luncheon of the […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. To list your event, send info to qgazette@aol.com, or 42-16 34th Ave, Astoria 11101, TWO weeks prior to the event for proper coverage. Astoria Adventist Church:Fridays, 7 pm: Small group video seminar, MoreAbout Jesus, with Christian writers and speakersMaurice Venden and Lee Venden.Saturdays, 3 pm: Bible Study […]
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 MTGS, EVENTS: Community Board 2 Mtg SunnysideCommunity Services, 43-31 39th St,Sunnyside. – Apr 7, 7 pmCommunity Bd 5 Mtg: UPK,Tenant/Landlord issues. Christ theKing HS cafeteria, 68-02 Metropolitan Av,Middle Village – Apr 13, […]
Greek Cultural Center Presents ‘Sons And Daughters’
The Greek Cultural Center presents “ Sons and Daughters,” a play written by Yiannis Kalavrianos, which is based on real testimonies of people that weave together the history of modern Greece. Additional stories which bridge Greece with America were written by Eleni Drivas. Directed by Lyto Triandafyllidou, performances will run from April 8 to April 24. “Sons and Daughters” is […]
Freelancers Union Gather At MMI
A meeting of the Freelancers Union, held last week at the Museum of the Moving Image, welcomed City Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer, one of the chief supporters of the #FreelanceIsntFreeBill, which has been before the council since December. A number of freelance workers were there for the main part of the meeting, exchanging vital information that freelancers must know. This […]
It’s In Queens! (April 7 to April 13)
The Ramones are back! Check them out along with Appalachian dancing, Japanese tango, opera, Art Deco architecture, a literary crawl, and the launch of a new book on the Broadway hit Hamilton. Here’s the rundown.April 7, Q-Boro Literary Crawl, 6:30 pm to 2 am. Poetry, performance art, comedy, and music with food-and-drink specials at 13 establishments in celebration of National […]