Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Astoria Greeks Outraged at Reality TV Show “Growing Up Greek”
We recently got a flood of messages about MTV’s latest reality show endeavor: Growing Up Greek. The show chronicles the lives of Greek men and women living in the United States – much like a Greek Jersey Shore. Many Greek residents are deeply against the show – the find it offensive, and think it…
Read MoreThe Winner of 12 Months of Coffee is….
Thanks everyone that entered! We’ve got another contest coming soon.
Read MoreWe’re Having a BUTT UGLY Christmas Sweater Party!
We’ve sponsored up with the brilliant minds at The Pop Bar to bring you this year’s edition of the annual BUTT UGLY CHRISTMAS PARTY. It’s going to be loads of fun, and here’s why: You don’t have to worry about looking good for once. The Pop Bar has amazing drinks (spiked eggnog your…
Read MoreTheo Sahos: Capturing Astoria
This week’s Human of the Week is resident Theo Sahos, who is a local photographer capturing amazing shots of Astoria. How did you first get into photography? I took some courses in college, and has some informal training. It really grew as a passion and hobby from there. It’s something I feel like…
Read MoreTree Lighting at Bohemian Hall!
We just told you guys about the tree lighting at Astoria Park , and we’ve got another one for you! This one’s happening at the Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden.
Read MoreOvelia: Greek Fusion in Astoria
Ovelia, you’ve probably heard about it, right? In the summer you’ve no doubt walked past the orange and green chairs outside and seen the wall of glass that separates the cosy indoor eaters with the pedestrians of 30th Avenue. Well do yourself a favour, a huge one! Next time you’re thinking of eating out, or…
Read MoreInclement Weather for Thanksgiving!?
Looks like our holiday plans might be getting a little soggy. Winter Storm Cato has taken claim of the East Coast, and it might put a damper on your Thanksgiving – especially if you’re traveling. In a statement released Tuesday night, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced traffic restrictions to begin Wednesday morning; Starting at 7 a.m.…
Read MoreA Thanksgiving Tradition in Astoria
For more than 20 years, Astoria’s Greek Homeowners Association has been serving up Thanksgiving dinners to those in need. The organization has served up thousands of Thanksgiving meals, and each year between 500 and 600 people show up to chow down – with nearly 1,500 being delivered to residents and those in need.…
Read MoreAstoria Cove Gets Final Approval
The final decision for Astoria Cove has rested on the shoulders of the City Council – and yesterday, they released their final vote: A unanimous yes. Councilman Costa Constantinides posted this on his Facebook page after the decision, “I am proud that today, the full City Council voted unanimously to approve the Astoria Cove project.…
Read MoreAstoria, You Made a Difference!
On Saturday, November 22nd, the East River Kiwanis held their first Thanksgiving Food Drive for the benefit of the Food Pantry at Hour Children. Numerous Kiwanis Members & Key Club Members came out to volunteer at the Food Drive which was jointly organized with Best Yet Supermarket. A huge amount of food and groceries were…
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