Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Astorians, rejoice, our trains are back!
Picture it: a long, freezing winter’s day (thanks, Polar Vortex), and the subway station closest to home is closed for renovations. You’re forced to make the walk from when you exit the train all the way home in subzero temperatures, wondering if it would be appropriate to take a 2-minute cab. Luckily for passengers on…
Read More‘Affordable housing’ in Astoria? Think again.
Is living in Astoria a dream of yours you’d like to make a reality? Well, this might just be your lucky day. According to city records obtained by Patch, seven ‘affordable’ housing units are up for grabs through a lottery process, with the least expensive being a one-bedroom unit priced at $2,000 for applicants with…
Read MoreWhere were you the night the sky went blue?
Is it the end of the world? An alien invasion? Thankfully, none of the above. According to Con Edison, the explanation for the occurrence was as simple as a ‘brief electrical fire’ with one of its transformers. Taking place at approximately 9PM last night at the Con Edison plant, located at 32nd St. and 20th…
Read MoreTry a true slice of Italy at Palermo
Try a true slice of Italy at Palermo What does one really look for when trying a new restaurant in the neighborhood? While everyone’s personal preferences are different, there are a few basic ingredients that separate a great restaurant from a good one: quality food & drinks, attentive service, and a comfortable atmosphere. All of…
Read More‘Tis the Season to shop in Astoria!
It’s official—the holiday season has arrived in full swing, and it feels like you’ve barely even had any time to digest that Thanksgiving feast. You keep telling yourself there are still a few days to get that last gift…or maybe all of your gifts, but fear not, Astoria has got you covered! Whether you’re in…
Read MoreCurb your coffee craving at Cascara Coffee & Tea
Astoria, much like many other NYC neighborhoods, is slowly but surely experiencing the influx of larger-name brands and chain stores into the area. To some, the addition of chain corporations is welcomed and signifies Astoria’s place as a hotspot within the city. To others, the issue becomes more sensitive—what happens to the ‘mom and pop’…
Read MoreIt’s The Perfect Time for It’s Personal Baby!
It’s Personal Baby is here just in time to make finding that special gift for the little ones a whole lot easier. With the holidays around the corner, some of us may feel a little overwhelmed by the pressure of getting the perfect gift, especially for the little ones in our lives. Do they already…
Read MoreSanta Is Coming to Steinway Street!!!
Santa Is Coming to Steinway Street!!! Come one come all and spend the day with Santa! There will be free face painting, balloon art and a special gift from Santa! Don’t forget to bring your cameras! When: Sunday, December 9th, 2018 From 12:00-4:00 PM Where: At Sol Dance Center 30-16 Steinway Street A special thanks…
Read MoreA Very Astoria Thanksgiving
It’s that time of year again, when the holidays are just around the corner and once more, you’ve waited until the last possible minute to make plans. Perhaps you want to avoid political conversations with that distant cousin you see every year, or you want to take the family somewhere new to celebrate Thanksgiving for…
Read MoreAstoria Community unites to donate pajamas and books for children
Delgado, Mojave, Give Me Astoria and Simotas Host Ninth Annual Pajama and Book Drive Astoria, N.Y. –On Thursday, November 8th, the annual Pajama Drive was again hosted by Maria L. Delgado, Mojave, Give Me Astoria and Assemblymember Aravella Simotas. More than 120 guests attended the event to support this charitable event which benefits the children…
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