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A Topless Bar in Astoria?
Community Board 1 has been extremely vocal in their stance on topless bars: they don’t belong in Astoria. This stance has caused lots of problems for a proposed topless bar in Astoria that has been trying to open for more than a year now. The proposed topless bar – aptly named Racks, sought to open the location…
Read MoreSilent Dance Party at The Beer Garden!
So, we told you guys about the silent disco that happened in LIC, but now we’ve got one coming up right here in Astoria! Here’s the info: Quiet Clubbing invades the famous Bohemian Hall Beer Garden in Astoria. Hundreds of people, tons of drinks, 3 DJs, and one crazy party outdoors! This prime clubbing spot…
Read MoreCosta Supports the People’s Climate March
Councilman Costa Constantinides recently issued this statement, offering his support to The People’s Climate March, and urging all to attend the march: Next week the United Nations will convene a climate summit designed to bring the nations of the world together to find innovative solutions to climate change. Before the summit begins, however, New Yorkers…
Read MoreSide Saddle – Astoria’s Most Awesome Band
Side Saddle is a six piece folk-rock group with five members living in Astoria. (working on that sixth guy!) The members include, Ian McGuinness, TJ Dumser, Ryan Sniffen, Brendan Coughlan, Eric Tait Jr., and Miles Nasta. The lead singer, Ian McGuinness works at Singlecut Beersmiths. The bassist works at the Strand Smokehouse. They’re as Astoria as you…
Read MoreCosta Says “We’re Going to Sue the City!”
At a meeting last night 9/18 of the Astoria Homeowners, Tenants & Business Civic Association, Council Member Costa Constantinides assured the crowd of about 150 local residents that issues regarding the way in which the Westway Hotel became a homeless shelter would be settled in the courts. This suit is being looked into by all local…
Read MoreIl Bambino: Panini Perfection
If we ever have a hankering for paninis – Il Bambino is generally our first choice. Because, honestly, how could it not be. The restaurant picked just one thing to hone in on and perfect, and they have got it down to an exact science of perfectly palatable panini goodness. The restaurant itself isn’t huge – it’s…
Read MoreAn Ode to Astoria, By a Former Astorian
In two weeks I will be taking a leap and moving from Astoria, NY to Forest Hills, NY. Both come with their different cultures. Astoria is known as the “up and coming” Queens town. Great for twenty somethings who like beer, great eats, and a fast commute into the city. Forest Hills is known as…
Read MoreWhat’s Better Than a Regular Run? A CUPCAKE RUN.
Okay, so you know how in regular runs you stop every once in a while to drink water? There’s a run in Astoria that’s just … a little different. They’ve got cupcakes instead. Oh yeah. Here’s some info from their site: “The NYC Cupcake Run is a challenge in which participants aim to complete a 5 kilometer…
Read MoreThe Grand Opening of Tacuba Mexican Cantina
We’re super excited about the grand opening of Tacuba Mexican Cantina, the newest Mexican restaurant in Astoria. The restaurant, located at 35-01 36th Street, officially opened last night, and it was a hit! The restaurant is owned by Chef Julian Medina, who has gained fame from his work at many different New York City restaurants, including…
Read MoreAstoria Darts!
Have you ever played darts before? Pretty fun, right? Well there’s a new league in Astoria, and they’re ready to play. But their main goal is to have fun, and make friends in the neighborhood – it’s a great way to meet people. The league starts on October 6th and runs for eight weeks and playoffs.…
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