Tonight at sundown are fireworks in Astoria Park (viewable from the big lawn). Bring your friends, a blanket, some snacks, and enjoy the s...

From the mailbag: There's a big zoning proposal for Astoria and CB1, and our city planners will give a presentation 6/30/09 @ Astoria Wo...

(" and your flippy floppies! ") It has come to my attention that the city's outdoor public pools open on Saturday the 27th . ...

This weekend is what I think is one of the best street fairs in Astoria - the St. Antonio Abate Society of Castrofilippo Festival . It actu...

I can hardly believe that it's going to be a hot, sunny weekend. There are tons of fun indoor--and outdoor--goings-on to enjoy: Shop fo...

On Thursday evening, Lift Hair Studio (27-07 24th Ave) is holding a charity event from 6-9 p.m. Bring in your gently used blow dryers, fl...

I want to acknowledge the start of CSA season in Astoria! I know Astoria CSA is underway, Harvest CSA started yesterday and Hellgate CSA...

Today is a sad day in Astoria. Our precious Sooz is leaving us! Susan Vasconcelos has been with us for over three years and was the source o...

Rain, rain go away! It will this weekend, in time for you to check out a couple of restaurants, a museum and even a cool music festival. I f...

On May 19, I had the pleasure of attending the Dish du Jour 's 8th Annual Food and Wine Tasting . The subject of this year's compet...

Tonight, Friday, and Saturday, catch local theater group Theatersmarts present a unique interpretation of Shakespeare's Much Ado About ...

This just came thru the email from LoveDay 31 : Just wanted to let you know that starting this weekend we are bringing back our popular Rece...

Candy Plum is having a sale, starting Saturday! Candy Plum Spring Sale starts this Saturday, June 3rd Purchase 1 item receive 30% off Purc...

Thursday evening, stop by Kristees for their trunk show featuring NYC based designer duo Peter Valcarcel & Arianna Ward. And on the su...

Kristees, one of Astoria's nicest boutiques, is having a trunk sale this Thursday. Details: Up and coming NYC based designer duo Peter ...

This came through my email box and thought I'd put it out there to any Astoria/LIC students who might be interested! High School Student...

So, I've been for the past few weeks taking a yoga class at my gym, The Rock . There, I worked with a teacher, Ann-Margaret, who is won...

Another nice weekend with plenty of sunshine and mild weather produces the perfect opportunity to relax, check out a rooftop bar or even the...

So, Judith and I took a look at the new Studio Square Beer Garden . Nice place! Really liked it. Here are some pictures, for those of y...

There's been a lot of talk about Studio Square , the new beer garden in Astoria/LIC, and today is their official opening! I plan to c...