Posts by Angelica Eranovic
Online Celebration for New Socrates Sculpture Park Installation this Friday!
Image via Socrates Sculpture Park (socratespark) Instagram. 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). During these unprecedented times and admist societal upheaval,…
Read MorePlans Unveiled For $2 Billion Cultural Center In Astoria
Image via QNS.com Innovation QNS is what they are calling it. 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 center. 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 Alex. 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 cause. 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 (@nycparks) Instagram. Fifteen outdoor swimming pools are scheduled to open up within the five boroughs including our very own in Astoria starting August 1st. 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 members. Let’s look at this old school debate style, and get out everyone’s pros and cons on the table. 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 Fuchs. As phase two begins in Astoria, there seems to be a lack of direction and divided opinions in regards to the COVID19 situation. Thirsty Koalas owner Katherine Fuchs describes these frustrations as additional difficulties in keeping a business alive during the pandemic. The rules and regulations of reopening…
Read MoreRiverCrest: Excited To See Regulars And New Faces Back
Image courtesy of RiverCrest. After months of being open only for pickup and delivery, Rivercrest has opened their outdoor seating during phase two re-openings. The team at Rivercrest is being as diligent as they can to keep everyone as safe as possible during this time. 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 (@trattoria_lincontro) Instagram. Trattoria L’Incontro’s owner Rocco Sacramone’s mission has been to make his restaurant a place where you receive a dining experience. When you are limited to only offering take-out, it becomes an additional challenge of trying to reinvent yourself. With take-out, you can’t express yourself on the plate. There…
Read MoreAsk The Audience!
Astoria is such a special place with so much to offer. Awesome food, great entertainment, and above all this AMAZING community. We have certainly all faced difficult times during the COVID19 pandemic, yet this community has remained so generous, engaging, and supportive of one another. You have exceeded all expectations and have truly shown everyone…
Read MoreThe Yard: Still Doing What They Love
Image courtesy of The Yard. 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 situation. 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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