Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Local Event Provides PJs & Books To Children In Need
Back again this year is the 7th Annual Pajama Drive, hosted by Maria L. Delgado, Central Lounge & Bar, Assemblymember Aravella Simotas, and your favorite neighborhood blog, Give Me Astoria. This year the event will be held on November 18th, 2016 from 6 P.M. – 9 P.M. at Central Lounge & Bar located at 20-30…
Read MoreThe Irish Found A Home In Astoria And It’s Called Passage
There’s nothing quite like Passage Irish Bar and Kitchen. The Irish bar that recently opened its doors is already proving itself among New York’s finest. Stocking more than 99 Irish Whiskey’s – among the highest in New York – Passage is just about as Irish as they come. When stepping into this wood and brick infused…
Read MoreHave A Duff At Moe’s Tavern This Halloween
Popular bar William Hallet on 36-10 30th Ave is dressing up for Halloween, and nothing say’s Halloween like The Simpsons Halloween special – Moe’s Tavern and all? Seems like William Hallet are always having a blast for Halloween. Last year they dressed up the front of the bar like Bob’s Burgers. Before that, they went with…
Read MoreResidents Warned Not To Leave Valuables In Cars As Grand Larceny Rises
Astoria residents are warned to keep their valuables locked inside their homes and not in their cars as grand larceny goes up in the last month, according to the commander of the 114th Precinct. Captain Peter Fortune spoke on the subject on Tuesdays Community Council meeting. He stated that grand larceny was the number one…
Read MoreNature’s Soul Organic Cafe To Open On Broadway!
Growing up in South Brooklyn, the Hasanov brothers, Farrukh (28) and Farkhad (29), have been frequenting Astoria since they were kids. In love with the neighborhood (who could blame them) they came for the same reason most do; the diverse community and the food that goes with it. Now the two successful brothers have a…
Read MoreDimitris Hair Design Is Having A VIP Opening Party
A new addition to our ever growing portfolio of diverse businesses is Dimitris Hair Design. Located at 31-72 31st St., even though Dimitris established his Astoria location in April of 2016, this is not his first rodeo, Dimitris relocated from Bayside, Queens, where he has been since 2007. To celebrate the new home of…
Read MoreAstoria High School Ranked Among Top In New York City
Astoria is known for its people, culture, diversity and now, its high schools, as reported by the Queens Courier by way of data released by U.S. News & World Report, several Queens high schools have made the list of the top 50 high schools in New York City and a few are right here in…
Read MoreFire Marshals Investigate Fire That Injured Four Residents
On October the 10th, firefighters from 12 FDNY unites fought a blaze that began around 8PM at a building on 35-30 34th street. They battled to extinguish the flames for almost an hour, after which it was finally brought under control, reported Queens Gazette. Approximately 60 firefighters were called in from 12 units. There were…
Read MoreThe Locals Are Heading To The Local For A Good Time
There is no doubt that Fall is in full swing, the colors, the weather, and everything being pumpkin-spiced. Whether you are a fan or not, you just have to take in the season and luckily for us, we are getting pretty awesome weather this week. So, let’s squeeze out every bit of fun as possible…
Read MoreButcher Bar Wins Thrillist and Coke Challenge!
There is a reason why Butcher Bar on 37-10 30th Avenue runs out of Burnt Ends on a regular basis. No matter how much they make. Sweet, tender, succulent to the point of delirious happiness. Now it would seem that we’re not the only ones to crave them. Our very own Butcher Bar and Grill has…
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