Monthly Archive: November 2014
Borough President Melinda Katz will host a workshop for Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) as well as for parents interested in becoming more involved in their schools. “Without a doubt, the stronger the PTA, the stronger the school,”...
On this day of thanks, be sure to think about what you are thankful for in your own life, and then consider giving to those who are in need. Councilmember Costa Constantinides’ is collecting donations for...
The Ophelia Theatre Group just closed their first show in their new black box theater at the Variety Boys and Girls Club of Queens, setting a high standard for what the theater company could bring to the neighborhood of...
Organic burger chain Bareburger has plans to fill in the now-empty 30th Avenue space that formerly housed Athens Cafe. Athens Cafe was a longtime staple of the neighborhood, until it closed earlier this month. Now Bareburger...
Get some fresh air and help out your neighbors tomorrow at Astoria Park. Autumn means a lot of wonderful things — crisp air, warm sweaters, hot chocolate — but it also means plenty of LEAVES. Join...
If you’re a fan of the bard, this weekend is your last chance to go see As You Like It in the brand new black box Ophelia Theater (21-12 30th Rd.) As You Like It is a tale about...
This Friday, the independent creative types of Astoria should head over to Astoria Coffee from 7-10 p.m. for a hangout. Astoria Indie Creatives host meet-ups every month in different locations, and this month’s will take place...
A letter to the editor from Reverend Dwayne Jackson, Pastor of the First Reformed Church of Astoria, stating his support of the Astoria Cove development. _______________________ Dear Editor, I have been serving the Astoria community for...
With the halfway mark for the Hunter’s Point South Living affordable housing lottery application deadline approaching, the development will be hosting a Party in the Park tomorrow so New Yorkers can “Meet Hunter’s Point South.” Hunter’s...
Yesterday, after months of rallies, meetings and backdoor dealings, the City Council’s Land Use Committee approved the controversial Astoria Cove development. Mayor Bill de Blasio’s affordable housing policy was put to its first major test with...