Tag: community-celebration

Newtown High School students showcase cultural pride in Lunar New Year event

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Jan. 30, 2025 Ramy Mahmoud and QNS News Team Newtown High School, a historic institution in Elmhurst known for its diverse student body and strong community engagement, hosted a lively Lunar New Year celebration on Friday, Jan. 24. The event, marking the Year of the Snake, was held at the school’s auditorium. It featured traditional…

Bayside, Whitestone to celebrate Hanukkah with community events

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Dec. 26, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Bayside and Whitestone residents will have the opportunity to celebrate Hanukkah with the community this week. Chabad of Northeast Queens, in conjunction with Friends of Francis Lewis Park and We Love Whitestone, will host a “Light Up Whitestone” event on Thursday, Dec. 26th, at 7 p.m. in Francis…

Community honors legacy of late Paul Vallone at Whitestone Christmas tree lighting

1-Vickie Paladino, Represents District 19, And Donovan Richards the Borough President of queens.

Dec. 2, 2024 By Ramy Mahmoud and QNS News Team Dozens of residents from Whitestone and surrounding neighborhoods gathered on Sunday evening for the annual Paul A. Vallone Community Christmas Tree Lighting, honoring the late Council Member Paul A. Vallone. The Friends of Francis Lewis Park, in partnership with the Landrum School of Performing…