Astoria Where to Embrace the Luck of the Irish for St. Paddy’s Day in Astoria by Claire Leaden It’s everyone’s favorite time of year to embrace their Irish heritage (or lack thereof)! We’ve got all the Irish music, corned beef specials, and bar crawls of course. Shoot claireleaden@gmail.com (…)
7 Places to Visit in Queens in Honor of Black History Month by Claire Leaden In honor of Black History Month, a time in February set aside for commemorating the incredible achievements of African Americans throughout our country’s history, we’ve put together some historical places (…)
What To Do This Weekend! Feb. 14-16, 2020 by Claire Leaden From V-Day to taco tours to self-care Sunday activities, start planning your weekend NOW! Friday, February 14 It’s that famous (Hallmark?) holiday about loveeeeee! Check out our Valentine’s Day guide (…)
Astoria Where to Feel the Love in Astoria This Valentine’s Day 2020 by Claire Leaden It’s finally time for everything to turn shades of pink and red! Whether you’re single or coupled up, or looking for a fun night out with friends, here are all (…)
Give Your Used Christmas Tree a Second Life as Mulch for NYC Parks by Claire Leaden We know—all you want to do is keep those holiday decorations up for as long as possible! The apartment just isn’t nearly as cheery without them. But, if you got (…)
Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Astoria by Claire Leaden If you’re still scrambling to figure out how to celebrate New Year’s Eve, have no fear, we’ve rounded up all the spots in Astoria that are hosting the holidays in (…)
10 Treats You Can Pick Up from Astoria Bakeries Just in Time for the Holidays by Claire Leaden Whether you’re heading home to a different city or celebrating with your chosen family here, you can’t show up to your holiday get-togethers empty-handed! Here are 10 treats you can (…)
Happy Hanukkah! by Claire Leaden Happy first day of Hanukkah, Astoria! Wishing all those who celebrate a joyous time with their families. Here are a few events in and around the neighborhood: Pacific Unitarian Universalist, (…)
Astoria 30 Years in Astoria: Sac’s Place by Claire Leaden This week we’re highlighting some of the amazing local businesses celebrating milestone anniversaries as 2019 comes to an end. Happy Astoria-versary! See also: 5 years, 10 years and 10 years. (…)
8 Cozy Spots with Fireplaces for Curling Up in the Cold by Claire Leaden When the weather outside is frightful, a fire sure is delightful… Which is why we’ve rounded up bars and restaurants in Astoria and surrounding neighborhoods that have a fireplace you (…)
Astoria Jackson Heights Sunnyside Tree Lightings in Astoria (& Nearby) That Will Get You in the Holiday Spirit by Claire Leaden One of the nicest parts of the holiday season each year is the variety of tree lightings (and post office lightings? see below!). Here’s our roundup for this year—we’ll add (…)
Astoria Reminder: Support Local Biz This Weekend With Shop Small Astoria! by Claire Leaden Tomorrow, November 30 is Small Business Saturday! The tradition was started 10 years ago by American Express, in order to “bring communities together in support of their favorite small businesses.” (…)
Astoria What Astorians Are Most Thankful For (Happy Thanksgiving!) by Claire Leaden Happy Thanksgiving, Astoria! This year and every year, we’re thankful for: the late-night souvlaki truck, for quiet streets and trees that turn, for Athens Square chess games and Breakfast Shack (…)
Astoria A Guide to All The Holiday Markets In Astoria by Claire Leaden Since Thanksgiving is so late this year, it already feels like the holidays are upon us — which means you need to start checking off your gift-giving list! Instead of (…)
Astoria Everywhere Serving Thanksgiving Dinner in Astoria This Year by Claire Leaden Thanksgiving is exactly one week away! If you’re still deciding on your menu, why not eat out for a change? There are tons of restaurants in Astoria offering delectable Thanksgiving (…)