At a ceremony held at St. John’s University’s Queens campus, St. John’s signed an articulation agreement with Queensborough Community College that creates a seamless transfer process for Queensborough students seeking a bachelor’s degree at the university. The new agreement between the two institutions provides a pathway from a two-year curriculum into 21 different bachelor’s programs awarded through the Peter J. […]
Resorts World Casino NYC Spices Up September
Turn over a new leaf this fall by taking advantage of great promotions and exciting events at Resorts World Casino New York City! From the Touchdown Gift Giveaway to Latin Tuesdays, Tribute Wednesdays and Throwback Thursdays, Resorts World Casino New York City (RWCNYC) is spicing up September with a variety of promotions and entertainment. Join RWCNYC in Bar 360 for […]
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 […]
Maloney Mourns The Death Of Edith Windsor
In reaction to the announcement of the passing of Edith Windsor, known for the Supreme Court case United States v. Windsor that ruled the Defense of Marriage Act to be unconstitutional, Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12) released the following statement: “It was with great sadness that I learned today of the death of my friend and hero, Edith Windsor, who […]
Gazette Calendar Of Events
Dates & times are subject to change. SEND INFO TWO WEEKS PRIOR to the event (this is a WEEKLY paper) to qgazette@aol.com, or 42-16 34th Ave, Astoria 11101. ARTS/ ENTERTAINMENT/ SPORTS: Flushing Town Hall 137-35 NorthernBlvd. visit flushingtownhall.org for afull list of events.-Jose Conde Eclectric & Ola Fresca($16/$10 for members and students)Sept 22, 7 pm-Florence Price: Classical MusicRevolutionary Sept 23, […]
‘Ridgewood Stroll’ Set For Saturday, September 23
A community celebration of music, food, beverages and activities for children, the 4th Annual Ridgewood Stroll will take place Saturday, September 23, from 12 pm to 5 pm. The event, a display of Ridgewood’s best food and beverage offerings that can be reached by foot, is the brainchild of Antonetta “Toni” Binanti, owner of Rudy’s Bakery & Café. In 2014, […]
Aces To Fold
Neighborhood residents are applauding a State Supreme Court judge who refused to order a stay on the State Liquor Authority’s (SLA) decision to revoke Aces liquor license, forcing the establishment to shut down. NYS Senator Michael Gianaris said club owners charted their own demise by thumbing their noses at city and state laws that governed operation of the club at […]
Local-Express
Andrew “Marcus Drew” AbbensettAndrew “Marcus Drew” Abbensett is a New York native singer, songwriter, producer, composer and photographer who just moved to Astoria after spending his entire life in Manhattan. In a new neighborhood with a renewed lease on life, he hopes to further advance his artistic pursuits with his humble yet intense voice. Feel free to check out his website: marcusdrewmusic.com. QG: […]
Chancellor Farina, Education Leaders & Elected Officials Cut Ribbon Of New STEAM Lab At PS 201
On Tuesday September 19, the excitement level was very high at Public School 201, The Discover School for Inquiry and Research: A STEAM Magnet School, in Flushing Queens. The official ribbon cutting ceremony was about to take place for the school’s new STEAM Lab and Broadcasting Studio. The building was filled with parents, students and many visitors who were invited […]