Oct. 28, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Irish traditional music met Puerto Rican plena at the New York Irish Center Thursday night as part of the organization’s new “Crossroads Concerts” series, fusing traditional Irish music with cultures from around the world. The series, which features a total of seven concerts between Thursday’s launch event and June… Read more »
Oct. 25, 2024 By Shane O’Brien A new night market celebrating Sunnyside’s cultural diversity with food, performance and art is set to launch in the neighborhood this Sunday, transforming the parking lots underneath the 7 train into a lively community space. The inaugural Sunnyside Night Market will take place under the 7 train viaduct at… Read more »
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 »
Oct. 25, 2024 By Shane O’Brien A new comedy play following a rag-tag troupe of clowns is set to run at Woodside’s Secret Theatre next month. “Funny: Not a Comedy, Actually Kinda Tragic”, by New York-based actor, playwright and producer Caroline Festa, will run from Nov. 7-10 at the Secret Theatre, located at 38-02 61st… Read more »
Oct. 23, 2024 By Shane O’Brien LaGuardia Community College/CUNY has announced the 2024/25 cohort for its President’s Society, a leader program designed to prepare high-potential students for success in the modern-day workforce. The new cohort consists of 28 students who have been recognized for their academic excellence or leadership on campus. LaGuardia Community College said… Read more »
Oct. 23, 2024 By Shane O’Brien TF Cornerstone will present its first-ever Halloween Pet Parade in Long Island City at the beginning of November, giving pet owners a chance to dress their furry companions in the Halloween spirit. The Halloween Pet Parade, presented in partnership with Culture Lab LIC and JoJo & Co Pet Club,… Read more »
Oct. 22, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Food delivery platform Grubhub has teamed up with non-profit Institute for Community Living (ICL), Council Member Julie Won and Maspeth-based pub O’Neill’s to provide 400 meals for veterans at a Long Island City shelter. The donation, which took place on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at the Borden Avenue Veterans Residence,… Read more »
Oct. 17, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The Hunters Point Parks Conservancy (HPPC) will host its 10th annual Bulb Fest in Gantry Plaza State Park and Hunters Point South Park at the beginning of November, with plans to plant more than 15,000 bulbs across the two parks. Bulb Fest will take place in the two waterfront… Read more »
Oct. 16, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The Variety Boys and Girls Club of Queens (VBGCQ) held its annual gala at Sala Astoria last week, raising important funds for the non-profit’s various afterschool programs. The event, themed “The Power of Community”, took place on Thursday, Oct. 10 at Sala Astoria at 34-39 31st St. and included… Read more »
Oct. 16, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Astoria’s Honey House, a popular bee and honey store, is set to host its first-ever pop-up bazaar this weekend, giving local residents a chance to shop from a curated selection of up-and-coming vendors and enjoy seasonal treats. Honey House, located at 33-22 23rd Ave., will host its “Fall Buzzaar”… Read more »