Dennis M. Walcott, President and CEO of Queens Library, joined Queens Library in March. Walcott is a life-long resident of Queens and has spent his entire career in public service and education. He recently served as the state-appointed monitor of the East Ramapo School District, advising the NYS Education Department on reforms and improvements to ensure more effective and equitable […]
Gianaris Honors Astoria Houses Tenant Assn. Prez
On Tuesday, May 10th, state Senator Michael Gianaris honored Claudia Coger, Astoria Houses Resident Association President, at the 19th annual New York State Senate Women of Distinction Ceremony in Albany. The ceremony provides Senators across New York State with an opportunity to honor outstanding women whose contributions to their neighborhood have enriched the lives of those in the community. “Ms. […]
Mussels ‘N Sausages
Mussels ‘N Sausages will remind you of a Parisian bistro, complete with its idyllic corner location, doors open to the boulevard, breezy awnings, and European menu. This unique, concept eatery opened last December and is described as “an international restaurant with a French soul.” Tarcisio Costa, the restaurant’s passionate general manager, further describes Mussels ‘n Sausages as a place where […]
QCC Receives National Theatre Accreditation
In March, Queensborough Community College became one of only eight community colleges out of 189 accredited theatre programs nationwide to receive certification for the Associate in Science Degree by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, the sole accrediting body approved by the Department of Education (DOE). Queensborough’s theatre program is the only institution in all of CUNY, including its […]
CALDC Receives Neighborhood Development Grant
Council Members Daniel Garodnick and Costa Constantinides visited with Central Astoria Local Development Coalition to discuss the benefits of the Neighborhood Development Initiative of which they were a recipient. The initiative, the brainchild of Councilman Garodnick, provides community-based economic development organizations in each of New York’s 51 City Council Districts grant opportunities to address their neighborhood’s unique issues. The grant […]
Judge Vallone Scholarship Winners Announced
Astoria Civic Associatioin announced the Judge Charles J. Vallone Scholarship winners. The Judge Charles J. Vallone Scholarship Dinner Dance, sponsored by the Astoria Civic Association (ACA), held its fundraiser, the 83rd Annual Dinner Dance on April 9 at Riccardo’s by the Bridge in Astoria. The following students are the winners of Vallone Scholarships: Astoria Civic’s last meeting before the summer […]
Katz On CB4 Vote Against Queens Blvd Bike Lanes
Community Board 4 voted this week on the New York City Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Queens Boulevard Traffic Safety Improvement plan for the stretch of Queens Boulevard between Eliot Avenue and 74th Street. The Board voted in favor of the safety improvements but without the bike lanes. Borough President Melinda Katz issued the following statement in response to questions about […]
Sunnyside Gardens Park’s Annual Memorial Day Fair
Sunnyside Gardens Park will host its annual Memorial Day Fair on Saturday, May 28, from 12 to 5:30 p.m. (rain date: Sunday, May 29). Uncle Sam wants to help you kick off summer at the Memorial Day Fair in Sunnyside Gardens Park. There will be a talented MC on stage with world-class entertainment featuring lively Americana Music, a magician and […]
Free Shredding Event By UCCA, Ridgewood Savings
The United Community Civic Association, Inc. (UCCA) and Ridgewood Savings Bank (Astoria Branch) will host a free shredding event to help combat identity theft. The event will be held at St. Francis of Assisi, 21-17 45th Street, Astoria, on Saturday, June 11, between 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Don’t be a victim of identity theft, protect your personal and important […]