Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Three Projects Chosen for $1 Million Budget
Astoria residents, you voted and the answers are in: there’s three projects that are being chosen for participatory budgeting endeavors. Here’s what they are: 1. Public school upgrades Seven schools in the district will get tech upgrades worth $240,000 2. Dog Run A dog run will be created at the currently vacant Lot…
Read MoreQueens Beer Week Kicks Off!
It’s Queens Beer Week! There are few things in life as amazing as a cold beer on a warm day, and there’s no doubt that we’ve jumped headfirst into some really warm days (we’re sweating at Give Me Astoria headquarters). We’re definitely excited that tonight officially kicks off Queens Beer Week, and we’ll be…
Read MoreFree PSA Screening for Men
The Peter Latos Prostate Cancer Foundation was started in honor of Peter Latos, a former Astoria native who tragically passed away from prostate cancer in 2013. Peter Latos was born on May 3, 1965 in the Bronx, New York to Dionysios and Anastasia Gavrielatos (Latos). In 1968, Peter, his parents, and his older brother Andrew,…
Read MoreSpringtime Rolls into the Neighborhood
It looks like it might official be Spring – it’s actually feeling sort of like Summer! Astoria is definitely a neighborhood that blooms in the warmer months, and we found some great shots of the neighborhood!
Read MoreL.I.C Tonsorial: Beyond Just a Barbershop
If you’ve never looked at a barbershop and thought “Well, this is dapper,” then you’re missing out. L.I.C Tonsorial is perfectly summed up as a dapper barbershop – a hidden gem that’s bringing the 1920’s to men in LIC, Astoria and Queens. L.I.C Tonsorial is owned by Luis Bolanos, who at first glance is…
Read MoreWin a Free Haircut and Shave
If you’re a guy looking for an amazing experience along with a phenomenal cut and shave, look no further! We’ve got a FREE haircut and shave from the talented barbers at L.I.C Tonsorial to give away. Just enter below! * Email First Name Last Name * = Required Field
Read MoreWhere to Watch Mayweather vs. Pacquiao
The world is gearing up for the fight of the century, and so are lots of spots in Astoria! If you want to watch the big fight, here’s where you can catch it tonight in Astoria: Katch Astoria, 31-19 Newtown Ave $25 cover. Katch was taking RSVP’s for $100 per person minimum, but if you…
Read MoreWatch the Kentucky Derby in Astoria!
Today is the 141st Kentucky Derby, and The Bonnie is joining in on the fun! They’re having a Kentucky Derby viewing party, and it sounds like fun! Looks like there’s no cover charge! If you don some big hats and derby attire, let us see! Tag all your pictures with #givemeastoria!
Read MoreFree Ice Cream Cone Day at Carvel!
It’s free ice cream cone day at Carvel! If you’re in the mood for some soft serve, stop on by to their Astoria location and grab yours. There’s a Subway/Carvel at 31-08 30th Avenue, and they’re participating! Enjoy! participating from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Read MoreHarmony & Dissonance in the World’s Most Diverse Neighborhood
In a time where the news is constantly filled with ideas of marginalization, disharmony, equality and inequality, it is important to be reminded that there is always a chance to change for the better. Astoria Stand Up is doing just that. We’ve told you about them before: they’re created a two part project…
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