Tag: green-space

Community comes together to spruce up Laurelton garden during third annual beautification event

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Apr. 30, 2025 By Athena Dawson Neighbors, sorority members and local youth rolled up their sleeves and dug into the soil on Saturday, April 26, for the third annual community garden beautification effort in Laurelton. Nearly three dozen participants gathered to revitalize the median garden at the intersection of Francis Lewis and Merrick boulevards…

Queens leaders celebrate opening of new $3.8M playground in Cunningham Park with ribbon-cutting

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Dec. 10, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Several Queens community leaders and members gathered at Cunningham Park on Monday, Dec. 9, to mark the opening of the reconstructed 21oth Street playground with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Among those on hand to celebrate the completion of this project were Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, New York City Council…

QNS Weekender: Six things to do in Queens this weekend

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Nov. 16, 2023 By Nevine Salameh As fall sets in, the communities of Queens warmly invite everyone to join them for a weekend of outings. There is plenty to choose from, including dance performances, a laughter-filled comedy open mic night, a creative fall art workshop, the Chinese Winter Festival and a live music show. Grab your family or friends and head out to these events in Queens this weekend. Friday, Nov. 17 Take Root Presents: Grazia Capri & Fadi J Khoury – FJK Dance Company Come and experience a captivating contemporary dance performance by the renowned choreographer Fadi J Khoury…
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