Category: Things to do

Bayside Historical Society offers yoga, history talks and cultural performances this month

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Mar. 11, 2025 By Jessica Militello With spring just around the corner, the Bayside Historical Society (BHS), situated at 208 Totten Ave. in Fort Totten, is gearing up for a month filled with engaging indoor and outdoor events throughout March. As the weather begins to warm, BHS invites the community to take part in a…

From Snow White to spring birds: A magical March at Queens Botanical Garden

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Mar. 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello Spring is in the air at the Queens Botanical Garden, which is hosting a variety of enchanting March events for people of all ages. The garden at 43-50 Main St. in Flushing is celebrating the start of warmer weather and flowers blooming with a Snow White celebration in honor…

March 8: How to celebrate International Women’s Day in Queens

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Mar. 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello Who runs the world? Women! International Women’s Day (IWD) is observed annually on March 8, serving as a global tribute to the social, economic, political and cultural contributions of women. While the day is often marked by celebratory social media posts and acknowledgments from organizations, brands, and public…

Lenten dining guide: Top seafood restaurants in Bayside and Flushing

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Mar. 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello Lent began on Wednesday, March 5, marking a 40-day period of reflection, prayer, and sacrifice for those who observe. A long-standing tradition during this season is abstaining from meat on Fridays, leading many to seek out delicious seafood alternatives. Fortunately, Northeast Queens offers a diverse array of restaurants…

NYC Parks Summer Camp lottery open for Queens children ages 6-13

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Mar. 6, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Registration is now open for the NYC Parks & Recreation Queens Summer Camp 2025 lottery, which offers children ages 6 to 13 the opportunity to participate in a summer full of sports, educational activities, and outdoor adventures. The lottery registration period runs from Monday, March 3, to Saturday, March…

NYCFC announces Tunnel Club experience for new Etihad Park stadium in Willets Point

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Mar. 5, 2025 By Shane O’Brien New York City FC (NYCFC) has introduced the “Tunnel Club,” an exclusive premium experience at Etihad Park, the club’s forthcoming 25,000-seat stadium in Willets Point, set to open for the 2027 MLS season. Billed as the stadium’s most elite hospitality space, the Tunnel Club will provide fans with…

Spin Bagel opens on Bell Blvd. in Bayside, replacing Top Bagel with a health-conscious twist

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Mar. 4, 2025 By Jessica Militello Spin Bagel, a new health-conscious bagel shop, opened on Feb. 17 in Bayside, replacing the longtime neighborhood staple Top Bagel, which operated for more than 20 years before closing permanently in April. The new shop at 40-18 Bell Blvd. is owned by Queens natives Yvonne and Cliff Themistocleous,…