Oct. 31, 2024 By Athena Dawson HANAC, an Astoria-based non-profit, hosted its annual gala on Friday, Oct 25. For over 52 years, the Queens-based organization has provided affordable housing, social programs, and independent living for older adults. This year’s gala was held in Manhattan’s Ziegfeld Ballroom. Michelle Charlesworth, co-anchor of WABC-TV’s Eyewitness News Saturday and… Read more »
Author: Czarinna Andres
Free jazz concert to feature acclaimed musicians at Sunnyside Community Services this Saturday
Oct. 31, 2024 By Queens Post News Team Music enthusiasts are invited to a free afternoon of captivating performances by acclaimed jazz musicians at Sunnyside Community Services. The event, which will take place on Saturday, Nov. 2, at 2 p.m., features celebrated jazz bassist Mark Wade and acclaimed composer Stanley Grill. The concert will be… Read more »
Astoria nonprofit HANAC offers free information sessions for new voters in Queens
Oct. 30, 2024 By Athena Dawson A local Astoria-based nonprofit is offering free information sessions for new voters across Queens. HANAC will provide information sessions teaching the basic structure of the U.S. voting system, electoral college, rules on voter eligibility, voter registration, and other information for newly eligible citizens. Additionally, the sessions will provide details… Read more »
Photos: Eighth annual Sunnyside Post Mile brings hundreds of runners and walkers
Oct. 29, 2024 By Ramy Mahmoud and Queens Post News Team Runners and walkers gathered on a beautiful fall morning on Saturday, Oct. 26, for the eighth annual Sunnyside Post Mile Run/Walk along Skillman Avenue. The beloved community event drew close to 300 participants, brought together by the Sunnyside Post, Woodside Sunnyside Runners, and Sunnyside… Read more »
Filipino American History Month celebrated with town hall and resource fair in Elmhurst
Oct. 25, 2024 By Czarinna Andres October marks Filipino American History Month, a time to recognize Filipino Americans’ contributions and rich cultural heritage across the country. In honor of this celebration, the New York chapter of the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA), in partnership with Assembly Member Steven Raga, will host the 2024… Read more »
Zabar’s partners with MTA, hands out cookies at Court Square station for subway’s 120th anniversary celebration
Oct. 22, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Hundreds of subway riders were treated to Zabar’s iconic black and white cookies today, courtesy of a unique partnership between the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the legendary New York City deli. Workers from MTA New York City Transit, joined by David Zabar and Zabar’s General Manager Scott Goldshine,… Read more »
Op-ed: Why now is the time to invest in hands-on STEM education for NYC students
Oct. 18, 2024 By Tara Bellevue If there is one value I hold most dear from my 20 years of experience as both an educator and administrator, it is this: Students deserve equitable access to opportunity for college, career, and future success — no matter where their pathways may lead. Here in New York City,… Read more »
LIC fundraiser to screen film exploring the myth of Santa in support of Queens World Film Festival
Oct. 18, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan The creators behind the Queens World Film Festival are screening their own satirical film centered around the myth and assassination of Santa Claus in a pay-what-you-wish fundraiser later this month. Be My Oswald explores the sacred American myth of Santa and its reign over our minds, hearts, and the… Read more »
Peak apple picking season: Best orchards near Queens to visit this fall
Oct. 16, 2024 By Jessica Militello With mid-October here, we’re in the heart of peak apple-picking season, bringing cooler temperatures, bright foliage, and the perfect opportunity to enjoy this favorite fall tradition. Fortunately, Queens residents don’t have to travel far to take part. Just a short drive to Long Island, New Jersey, or Westchester County… Read more »
Queens Community Board 2 seeks full-time community assistant
Oct. 16, 2024 By Queens Post News Team Queens Community Board 2, which serves the neighborhoods of Long Island City, Sunnyside, Woodside, and Maspeth, is looking to hire a full-time Community Assistant to join its administrative team. The board plays a crucial role in addressing the needs of the community by acting as an advisory… Read more »