Posts by Loulou Chryssides
Enjoy fun for the whole family at Kanga’s Playcenter!
With winter here and the rainy/snowy weather impeding outdoor plans at the park, the question becomes what to do to still make it a fun day for the little ones? Luckily for you, Kanga’s Playcenter is open and waiting for you, 7 days a week! Boasting approximately 10,000 sqGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.ftGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. of ball pits, rock-climbing walls, slides,…
Read MoreCrescent & Vine is closing its doors on January 12th
We’re sorry to hear yet another Astoria business is closing: Crescent & Vine, located at 25-03 Ditmars BlvdGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028., will be officially closed after this Sunday, January 12thGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Those behind the Ditmars pub officially announced the sad news on their Instagram page, citing “various reasons” behind the closing, and thanking all former and current staff and…
Read MoreDeli workers slashed in robbery at 2401 Gourmet Deli Grocery
Two workers, aged 66 and 30, were the victims of a slashing during a robbery at 2401 Gourmet Deli Grocery, located at 24-01 31st StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028., last nightGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. At approximately 11:30PM on Tuesday, January 7th, two men allegedly walked into the deli and attempted to steal the store’s ATM machineGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. According to a breaking report published…
Read MoreThe Charlie is now leasing luxury apartments in Astoria!
Looking for some new digs? The Charlie is now ready and waiting to lease 13 luxury-style apartments to those looking to live in Astoria, with a move-in date of as early as February 1stGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Located on Steinway Street & Ditmars Boulevard, the building’s features include a roof deck, outdoor private parking (for an extra $250…
Read MoreDunkin’ Donuts is now open near 23rd Avenue!
Do you love quality, affordable coffee? If the answer is yes: your first gift of 2020 has arrived in the form of a brand new Dunkin’ Donuts location! Located at 22-78 31st StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028., Dunkin’s newest location is officially open and ready to serve Astoria’s coffee loversGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The newest location’s features include free WiFi, mobile orders for…
Read MoreQueens Borough President election set for March 24
Mayor Bill de Blasio has officially announced a date for the upcoming special election: on Tuesday, March 24th, voters have the opportunity to decide who will become the next Queens Borough PresidentGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Former Queens Borough President Melinda Katz officially vacated the position on New Year’s Day, when she became the Queens District AttorneyGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Her deputy,…
Read MoreTwo men injured in drive-by shooting near Steinway
Police are investigating an alleged drive-by shooting which took place in the early hours of December 26th near Steinway StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. & 36th AveGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. At approximately 4:30 AM, two men in their 30s were sitting in their car when they became the victims of gunfireGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. According to the Astoria Post, one of the men was shot…
Read MoreCelebrating Astoria’s #GiveMeFall nominees!
Creativity was in full swing on Wednesday, December 18th at Give Me Astoria’s office as the nominees for the first-ever Give Me Fall photography contest came together to celebrate their nominationsGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Photographers had the opportunity to mingle and view the printed versions of their nominated photographs on display throughout the officeGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The first-ever #GiveMeFall photography…
Read MoreKōyō is set to serve a specialty Christmas & New Year’s Eve menu in Astoria!
Still looking to make those perfect holiday plans? Look no further than Kōyō! Kōyō, Astoria’s newest sushi and kaiseki-inspired omakase experience is offering a special menu for both Christmas Day and New Year’s EveGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Kōyō is an intimate, jewel-box restaurant helmed by its Executive Chef, Darry LiuGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Chef Liu perfected his sushi skills working alongside acclaimed Masa alums Jimmy Lau and Nick…
Read MoreCelebrate New Year’s Eve the Greek way at Amylos Taverna!
Amylos Taverna is bringing a bit of Greek cheer to ring in this new year! On Tuesday, December 31st, Astoria’s premier Greek & Mediterranean-style restaurant will feature a four-course prix-fixe menu and a glass of complimentary champagne for patrons who wish to celebrate the new year in styleGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. There will be three separate seatings at…
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