A tribute to all of the fathers so dear and caring: Their love, kindness, words of wisdom and personal interest, we adore and appreciate their sharing. Always there for us at any time, Their smiles were as radiant as the warmth of the glowing sunshine. Games they would play with us and places they would take us, Teaching us to […]
Second Annual Whitey Ford Field Family Day
The Second Annual Ford Family Day was held at Whitey Ford Field on June 1. Members of Whitey Ford’s extended family, softball enthusiasts, local residents, and community leaders came out to support Friends of Whitey Ford Field (FOWFF) in their efforts to promote Whitey Ford Field, a mixed-use softball field located in Astoria at Hallets Point Peninsula. Saturday, June 1 […]
Fort Totten Independence Day Celebration
New York City Council Member Paul A. Vallone, the Queens Chamber of Commerce, and the Bayside Historical Society invite the whole community to the Fifth Annual Independence Day Fireworks Show and Concert on Wednesday, June 26 at Fort Totten. The gates open at 5 pm. Musical performances will entertain from 6 pm – 9 pm. The fireworks will begin at […]
Katz To Host 2019 Only In Queens Fest Starring Sheila E., Musiq Soulchild, Kranium
The legendary musician Sheila E. will headline the free admission Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage concert to be held in Flushing Meadows Corona Park as the featured event of Queens Borough President Melinda Katz’s upcoming Only in Queens Summer Festival. The free admission festival will be held Sunday, June 23, from 3 pm to 8 pm, with the Capital […]
Mojo
Mojo Restaurant offers a sultry, luscious, Latin experience! With its festive, creative cocktails and dishes influenced by Latin cuisine from Peru, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and beyond, you’ll love the fresh flavors and fun atmosphere. Located on the site of the former “Exo Cafe,” owner Peter Kambitsis wanted to bring something new, different, and exciting to the strip of […]
Pages From The Long Island Star Journal
The Greater Astoria Historical Society Presents:Welcome to June 1906! With infrastructure developments taking shape and new residential neighborhoods coming on the market, June 1906 was a month of great progress and change for Queens. Dedicated in 1877, the Queens County Court House had already produced its fair share of controversy. Situated in far western Queens near the Long Island Rail Road terminus, its location sparked […]
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 writersand speakers Maurice Venden and LeeVenden.- Saturdays, 11 am: […]
The Crowd-Pleasing Astoria Park Carnival
A gorgeous sunset was captured at Central Astoria Local Development Corporation’s Astoria Park Carnival on the evening of Friday, June 7. The carnival was held on Wednesday through Sunday, from June 5-9 in the Astoria Park parking lot under the majestic RFK-Triborough Bridge, contributing to the country fair atmosphere. In addition to exciting rides such as the Ferris Wheel, the […]
Two Officers Honored By NYPD Chief At 114th CC Meeting
NYPD Commissioner James P. O’Neill was the guest of honor at the annual 114th Precinct Community Council Fellowship Breakfast held at Riccardo’s by the Bridge on June 5. Patrol Borough Queens North Assistant Chief Martin Morales, 114th Precinct Commanding Officer Deputy Inspector Osvaldo Nunez and 114th Precinct Community Council President Ann Bruno welcomed the commissioner. “Great turnout this morning at […]
View Building Plans On City Website
Queens civic associations and neighbors can click on a city website to access plans for new developments in their communities – before the first shovel breaks ground on the projects. Developers are required to post drawings of each new development as soon as the Department of Buildings (DOB) approves plans for their projects The website is designed to give civics […]