Established in 1885 to recognize President George Washington, Presidents’ Day is a holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February. It is still officially called Washington’s Birthday by the federal government. The holiday became popularly known as Presidents’ Day after it was moved as part of 1971’s Uniform Monday Holiday Act, an attempt to create more three-day weekends for the […]
Mount Sinai Queens’ Presentation At UCCA Breakfast
Caryn A. Schwab, Executive Director of Mount Sinai Queens, provided the participants at the UCCA Legislative Breakfast with an update on the hospital’s expansion project, and corresponding new programs. “We are overjoyed with the appearance of Mount Sinai Queens, and the modern, state-of-the-art facilities that we have built,” said Schwab. “However, the real difference to the community is in the […]
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Rosemary LopezAIDS Center of Queens County Executive Director Rosemary Lopez, an LCSW-R (licensed clinical social worker with psychotherapy “R” privilege) by profession, has over 30 years of experience in social work working with HIV-positive, mentally ill, substance abuse and homeless populations. For the last 23 years, she has been with the AIDS Center of Queens County (ACQC) during which time she […]
Kurry Qulture
“Welcome to the new Indian,” states the business card for Kurry Qulture. Indeed, Kurry Qulture has put a modern, elegant twist on Indian cuisine and you won’t find a better spot for a romantic dinner on Valentine’s night or any night of the year. This Michelin-recommended restaurant was also voted one of the sexiest Indian restaurants in Queens by a […]
My Way Speaker Series Kicks Off At Frank Sinatra School of the Arts
Broadway star, Mandy Gonzalez, was the guest speaker at the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts (FSSA) in Astoria on Friday, February 9 to kick off the school’s new My Way Speaker Series. The FSSA My Way Speaker Series will be a monthly guest speaker series featuring individuals who have excelled in the arts, sports or academia. During the series, […]
‘Friends For Life’
Musician, composer and filmmaker Philip Curcuru, and his group, The Atomik Age Project’s short film “Friends For Life,” is an official selection at Katha and Don Cato’s 2018 Queens World Film Festival next month. They previously screened at the QWFF in 2013 with their Beatles tribute film “4 Ever Fab,” and again in 2015 with their “Old Days,” music video. […]
Lion Dancers Take Over Resorts World Casino For Lunar New Year
No need to travel far for your Lunar New Year celebrations. Resorts World Casino NYC offers the best Lunar New Year entertainment, right here in New York City! To kick off the Chinese New Year, RWCNYC will have lion dancers performing throughout the casino. The dancers will begin in the front entrance of the casino at noon and will travel […]
5Pointz Owner To Pay Damages To Graffiti Artists
Five years after developer James Wolkoff painted over the iconic 5Pointz graffiti art in Long Island City, a federal judge has ordered him to pay the artists a total of $6.75 million in damages. Many attempts to save 5Pointz were made over the years, including calls from legendary painter Banksy, and a plea to the Landmarks Preservation Committee to make […]
Queens Botanical Garden’s Lunar New Year Celebration
This Saturday, February 17, from 12 to 4 pm, celebrate the Year of the Dog at QBG with crafts and performances for free. Learn about the Lucky Plants of the Lunar New Year. From chrysanthemums to jade plants, you’ll find out more about these auspicious beauties. Visit the plant sale and buy your own to take home. For more information, […]