Oct. 23, 2024 By Athena Dawson Ridgewood-based writer and comedian Aviva Pearl Creation is bringing her work to the stage with the debut of “Clay Mommy” at Chez Bushwick, a branch of the Jonah Bokaer Arts Foundation in Brooklyn. The play will run from Nov. 8 to 10 at 304 Boerum St. #23. “Clay Mommy”…
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Share your story: The Strangers Project pops up at Queens Center Mall through Nov. 4
Oct. 22, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Queens Center Mall in Elmhurst is hosting a pop-up activation for The Strangers Project, a community-driven storytelling initiative, now through Monday, Nov. 4. Located on Level 3 near Champs and Auntie Anne’s, the project invites visitors to anonymously share personal stories and read those contributed by others. The…
Fall festival brings families together at Victory Field in Woodhaven
Oct. 21, 2024 By Colum Motherway Fall festivities brought a lively celebration to Queens on Saturday, Oct. 19, as Council Member Joann Ariola and the Detective Brian “Smiles” Simonsen Foundation hosted a family-friendly event at Victory Field in Woodhaven. The afternoon was packed with games, music and seasonal treats, drawing both children and their…
First-time foreclosure rates in Queens drop in third quarter of 2024 from previous year: report
Oct. 21, 2024 By Ethan Marshall As the first-time foreclosure market continued to slow across New York City during the third quarter of 2024 compared to the same period of time the previous year, Queens contributed immensely to this change, according to a report by the real estate agency PropertyShark. Across New York City,…
The many businesses that have occupied Woodhaven’s ‘Old Reliable Corner’ – Our Neighborhood: The Way it Was
Oct. 19, 2024 By the Woodhaven Cultural and Historical Society It’s always fascinating to reflect on how our neighborhoods evolve over time, especially when iconic businesses come and go. The recent closure of Kmart’s last full-sized store in the U.S. is a reminder of the ever-changing retail landscape. But did you know that Woodhaven…
Queens most influential individuals honored at Powers List event
Oct. 18, 2024 By Colum Motherway Schneps Media honored Queens’ most influential figures at its annual Queens Power List ceremony, held on Thursday, Oct. 17, at Terrace on the Park. The prestigious Power List recognized a distinguished group of men and women who have made significant contributions to their fields and the Queens community.…
Construction delays halt Ridgewood’s tallest tower project
Oct. 18, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Construction has been put on hold for a 17-story mixed-use building at 3-50 St. Nicholas Ave. in Ridgewood. Known as The Ridgewood, this tower will be the tallest structure in Ridgewood. It will cover 284,000 square feet. In addition to 97,000 of that square footage being dedicated to…
Op-ed: Why now is the time to invest in hands-on STEM education for NYC students
Oct. 18, 2024 By Czarinna Andres 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… Read more »
Queens College opens expanded food pantry with added clothing center to support CUNY students in need
Oct. 18, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan The Knights Table at Queens College unveiled their newly expanded food pantry on Wednesday, which will now also provide free clothing for students inside the basement of the Student Union building. Faculty, staff and students from the college gathered in front of the new space situated across from…
FCSB and community leaders celebrated at SHAREing & CAREing’s 30th anniversary gala in Howard Beach
Oct. 18, 2024 By Czarinna Andres SHAREing & CAREing, a vital support organization for breast and ovarian cancer patients in Queens, celebrated its 30th anniversary with a benefit and silent auction at Russo’s on the Bay in Howard Beach. The event, held on Thursday, Oct. 10, honored the contributions of community leaders and partners…