In an effort to bring better services to Roosevelt Avenue, a thoroughfare that cuts through the 13th Senatorial District, NYS Senator Jose Peralta announced on November 26 that he was able to secure a $164,000 state allocation to purchase and install 170 high end green baskets. Working alongside the city Department of Sanitation (DSNY), this project to increase quality of […]
CB 1 Approves Child Care Center As Population Of Queens Grows
The population in Queens has grown to more than 2.3 million, according to a July 2016 estimate by the U.S. Census, and 132,464 children under five years of age (5.9 percent) are counted in that total making day/child care a necessity for many Queens working parents. Community Board 1 approved an application to acquire current property for Queensbridge Early Childhood […]
CALDC Director To Be Honored By Astoria Park Alliance
Marie Torniali, Chair of Community Board 1 and Executive Director of the Central Astoria Local Development Coalition will be honored by the Astoria Park Alliance at a Holiday Friendraiser on Wednesday, December 6, at M.I.A. (Made in Astoria) 27- 35 21st Street. The event will include an evening of music and dancing, raffles, and silent auction items donated by Astoria […]
St. Andrew, St. Vincent De Paul Hold 16th Turkey Distribution
On Monday, November 20, St. Andrew Avellino Academy of Flushing in conjunction with the St. Vincent de Paul Society held their 16th turkey distribution. With the help of Paul Halvatzis, turkey committee chair, over $4,000 was raised from local businesses and individuals. This money was used to feed over 100 families who otherwise would go without. Some of the turkeys […]
T-Bone Diner
For 83 years, the T-Bone Diner has been a landmark on its Queens Blvd corner, and the local spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stop in to or from work, the movies, shopping, the subway, or just because you’re hungry. You’re probably tired of Thanksgiving leftovers by now so treat yourself to a hearty meal at the T-Bone. Brothers Peter […]
Local-Express
Sandro AlbertSandro Albert is a multi-instrumentalist and composer from Brazil who has put down roots in Queens. He has collaborated with artists like War, Dionne Warwick, Herb Alpert, and many more. His latest project, Run n’ Fly, is an all-star collaboration of veteran instrumentalists and singers that together create a funky and soulful chemistry. For this edition of Local-Express we spoke […]
Great Neck Plaza BID Announces December Restaurant Week
The Great Neck Plaza Business Improvement District (BID) and the Village of Great Neck Plaza announce that the 2017 Restaurant Week will take place from Sunday, December 3 until Sunday, December 10. This season’s Restaurant Week will feature 10 of the Village’s finest restaurants: Ippon, Colbeh, Bareburger, Seafood Elements, Saaho Village, Royal Tea House, La Rotonda, Burger Village, Ruby Divine […]
East River Kiwanis Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
The East River Kiwanis 4th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive was held on Sunday, November 19 at Best Yet Supermarket on 37th Street, between 19th and 20th Aves. All food collected went to the Hour Children organization (36-11 12th St, Long Island City). They collected a large amount of non-perishable items to fill their truck for the children and families that […]
Vallone: Come To Children’s Holiday Parade And Lighting
Council Member Paul Vallone announced the third annual Whitestone Village Holiday Lighting on Saturday, December 2. “I’m proud to sponsor this event which has continued to grow year after year. There will be live holiday music, free refreshments, singing from school choirs and performances from dance groups to get everyone into the holiday spirit. Santa will also be available to […]
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 […]