Posts by Angelica Eranovic
Online Celebration for New Socrates Sculpture Park Installation this Friday!
Image via Socrates Sculpture Park (socratespark) InstagramGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Socrates Sculpture Park will be introducing Part I of their “Monuments Now” exhibition with a celebration to unveil acclaimed artist’s Jeffrey Gibsons monument this Friday, July 24, at 6:30 pm, on Facebook and Instagram Live (links in @SocratesPark Instagram bio)Give_Me_Astoria_image_00028. During these unprecedented times and admist societal upheaval,…
Read MorePlans Unveiled For $2 Billion Cultural Center In Astoria
Image via QNSGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.com Innovation QNS is what they are calling itGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. A team of developers have leaked their plans to turn the industrial area, largely around the intersection of Steinway and 35th Avenue in Astoria, into an arts and culture centerGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Larry Silverstein who’s firm Silverstein Properties already owns/rents numerous locations in that area has…
Read MoreAstoria Baker Alex Taketzis Donates $1770 During Bakers Against Racism Sale
All images courtesy of Alex Taketzis/From The Kitchen of AlexGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. As the world continues to shine a spotlight on racial issues, and support the black community, Astorian’s continue to look for new ways to help the causeGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. One of our very own, Alexandra Taketzis (from @fromthekitchenofalex on Instagram), has participated in the Bakers Against Racism…
Read MoreAstoria Pool To Open August 1st!
Photo via NYC Parks () InstagramGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Fifteen outdoor swimming pools are scheduled to open up within the five boroughs including our very own in Astoria starting August 1stGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Originally Mayor Deblasio had announced that due to the corona virus and the $2 billion in cuts to the new city budget, that city pools would fall…
Read MoreHow’s Phase Two Treating You?
A week into Phase 2 of reopening in Astoria, and there seems to be tons of mixed opinions amongst our community membersGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Let’s look at this old school debate style, and get out everyone’s pros and cons on the tableGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. On the positive side, people are excited to finally be back to some kind of…
Read MoreBe Kind To Each Other, Astoria: A Message From The Thirsty Koala
Owner/Chef of The Thirsty Koala, Katherine FuchsGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. As phase two begins in Astoria, there seems to be a lack of direction and divided opinions in regards to the COVID19 situationGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Thirsty Koalas owner Katherine Fuchs describes these frustrations as additional difficulties in keeping a business alive during the pandemicGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The rules and regulations of reopening…
Read MoreRiverCrest: Excited To See Regulars And New Faces Back
Image courtesy of RiverCrestGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. After months of being open only for pickup and delivery, Rivercrest has opened their outdoor seating during phase two re-openingsGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The team at Rivercrest is being as diligent as they can to keep everyone as safe as possible during this timeGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. To avoid too much handling of paper menus, they have…
Read MoreTrattoria L’Incontro Believes This Too Shall Pass, And Soon!
Image courtesy of Trattoria L’Incontro () InstagramGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Trattoria L’Incontro’s owner Rocco Sacramone’s mission has been to make his restaurant a place where you receive a dining experienceGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. When you are limited to only offering take-out, it becomes an additional challenge of trying to reinvent yourselfGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. With take-out, you can’t express yourself on the plateGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. There…
Read MoreAsk The Audience!
Astoria is such a special place with so much to offerGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Awesome food, great entertainment, and above all this AMAZING communityGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. We have certainly all faced difficult times during the COVID19 pandemic, yet this community has remained so generous, engaging, and supportive of one anotherGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. You have exceeded all expectations and have truly shown everyone…
Read MoreThe Yard: Still Doing What They Love
Image courtesy of The YardGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. With the support of the community and their loyal employees, The Yard is up and running despite some of the difficulties created by the COVID19 situationGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Although they have had to limit store hours and restructure certain aspects of the business, The Yard has still maintained their affordable prices and…
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