Jul. 9, 2025 By Jessica Militello The rivalry that redefined women’s boxing returns to where it all began. Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano are set for a third explosive clash at Madison Square Garden on Friday, July 11, with the world watching live on Netflix. The pound-for-pound number 1 and number 2 female boxers…
Jul. 8, 2025 By Jessica Militello This Friday, July 11th, marks World Kebab Day, and Döner Haus is celebrating with an irresistible $10 kebab sandwich special. The German-style Kebab eatery will have a promotion all day at its three New York City locations, including one in Astoria, 31-15 30th Ave., and one in Bayside,…
Jun. 27, 2025 By jmilitello June 27, 2025 By Jessica Militello Pride Month may be winding down, but the celebration continues in Astoria. On Saturday, June 28, Astoria Has Pride will host its annual Pride in the Park Picnic at Socrates Sculpture Park from 12 to 6 p.m. The free, family-friendly event welcomes all…
Jun. 17, 2025 By Athena Dawson Jazz lovers of all ages can celebrate the start of this year’s Queens Jazz Trail Concert Series this week. The free concert series is back in full swing, with its inaugural performance on Thursday, June 19, at 7 p.m., at Astoria Park, located at 19 St. bet. Astoria…
May. 19, 2025 By jmilitello May 19, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Bohemian Citizens’ Benevolent Society of Astoria (BCBSA) will host its annual Czech and Slovak Festival at the historic Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden this Memorial Day weekend, inviting New Yorkers to experience a lively celebration of Central European culture in Astoria. The…
Apr. 23, 2025 By jmilitello April 23, 2025 By Jessica Militello Trade in your usual weekend plans and indulge in something a little cooler—literally. Tipsy Scoop, the alcohol-infused ice cream shop in Astoria, is offering weekend ice cream-making classes that put a spirited twist on your average sweet treat. Located at 38-15 23rd Ave.,…
Mar. 28, 2025 By sobrien March 28, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Astoria’s urban bee farm and honey store, the Honey House, reached national attention this week with an appearance on the Kelly Clarkson Show on NBC on Tuesday. Co-owner Nick Hoefly sat down with Clarkson on the popular daytime show on Tuesday to chat…
Mar. 21, 2025 By emarshall March 21, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Kids from 12 schools across New York City School District 30 competed in the second annual March Madness Middle School Basketball Tournament on Saturday, March 8, at Horace Greeley I.S. 10Q, with the host team winning the tournament. The Horace Greeley School, located…
Mar. 19, 2025 By emarshall March 19, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Sign up for our weekly email newsletter to stay updated on the latest housing lotteries in New York City. New York City has launched a housing lottery for 41 units at 20 and 30 Hallets Point in Astoria. The developments feature 647 total residences, with…
Mar. 17, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Queens renters are feeling the squeeze as borough-wide apartment prices continue to climb. Studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units in Queens each experienced year-over-year rent increases of just under 5% during the month of February 2025, according to a report by the real estate firm M.N.S. Real Estate. The average…