National manufacturer Crystal Window & Door Systems announced that its Chief Operating Officer Steve Chen has been appointed President. Company founder Thomas Chen previously held this position, and he has now been named Chairman. The promotion of Steve Chen reflects his expanding role in directing the strategic initiatives and operations of Crystal Windows, as well as its related subsidiaries and […]
Sabor De CUBA
Shake off the winter blues at Sabor de Cuba where the fiesta is always on. On a recent, snowy evening, the warmth of the dining room, rhythmic Cuban music, and tantalizing aromas immediately start to soothe you. The charming décor, punctuated with art and artifacts from Cuba, is sultry and comfortable. There are banquettes and tables that can accommodate couples […]
St. Francis Prep’s Music Department Highlights Elite Groups
On Friday, March 16, St. Francis Prep’s Music Department will present its annual Jazz/Pop Concert. Originally a vehicle to highlight the school’s powerhouse Jazz Band, the concert has grown to include Prep’s top tier groups: their Honors Percussion Ensemble, Chamber Choir, and Chamber Orchestra. Prep’s Music Department is a benchmark for arts education, as they were the first music department […]
Local-Express
Ann KittredgeAnn Kittredge, a long-time resident of Forest Hills, has been nominated for a MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabaret) Award for Best Debut Female recognizing her numerous appearances this past year performing to sold-out houses at Feinstein’s/54 Below, the Metropolitan Room and Don’t Tell Mama. She makes her next appearance at the Laurie Beechman Theatre on Monday, March 19 at 7 […]
Resorts World Casino NYC Celebrates Queens With New Photography Exhibit
Resorts World Casino New York City is celebrating Queens with its “A Queens View” exhibit, featuring photography from the Southeast Queens Camera Club. The exhibit, on display at Resorts World Casino’s Red Wall Gallery, features scenes of the borough and its residents as seen by residents. The exhibit will run through March 31. The exhibit features photography from Southeast Queens […]
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,More About Jesus, with Christian writers andspeakers Maurice Venden and Lee Venden.•Saturdays, 3 pm: Bible Study […]
Correctional Officer Fires At Steinway Street Shooter
An off-duty city correctional officer fired several rounds at a gunman who opened fire while running toward a group of people on Steinway Street in the early morning hours of March 4, police said. The 27-year-old officer was standing on Steinway Street near 28th Avenue at about 2 am on March 4 when he spotted the gunman charging the group […]
House Intelligence Committee Republicans Conclude Their Russia Investigation
House Democratic Caucus Chair Joe Crowley (D-NY) issued the following statement after Republicans on the House Intelligence Committee concluded their Russia investigation: “This announcement strains credulity. The Republicans on the House Intelligence Committee never launched a genuine investigation to begin with, so we can hardly be expected to take their conclusions seriously. The American people want and deserve the facts, […]
Greek Independence Celebration
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz, NYS Senator Michael Gianaris, Assembly Member Aravella Simotas and Council Member Costa Constantinides invite you to a Greek Independence Day Celebration, to be held on Friday, March 23, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Celebrants are invited to gather at Stathakion Center, 22-51 29th Street in Astoria. For more information, or to RSVP, please contact […]
Dromm Sponsors First Drag Queen Story Hour In Jackson Heights
NYC Council Member Daniel Dromm (D-Elmhurst, Jackson Heights) was joined by Queens Library President and CEO Dennis Walcott and dozens of local children and parents at the first Drag Queen Story Hour at the Jackson Heights Library. Drag Queen Story Hour first launched in San Francisco in 2015 and has since expanded to libraries, schools and other community centers in […]