Posts by Josephine Lembard
What’s On At Museum Of Moving Image?
As Spring slowly rolls in, and we sit idly by hoping that the weather stops its teasing and begins to warm, we look to the great outdoors and the events which come with it. Museums, restaurants, cafes, parks and festivals are all very much in our peripheral vision. Friends are coming over, loved ones are…
Read MoreAstoria-Ditmars, A Quick Look.
Block by Block is a video series by the New York Times, showcasing neighborhoods across New York. The Astoria-Ditmars segment looks into the quiet area and its Greek background, along with the path that the neighborhood is on in a rapidly changing city. For more of the series, or to read the article from the…
Read MoreAstor Room Becomes George’s At Kaufman Studios
In honor of George Kaufman, the founder of Kaufman Astoria Studios who passed away just last month, the Astor Room – a speakeasy style restaurant attached to the studios – has re-opened under the new name George’s. In 1979, George Kaufman – heading up a non-profit organization – took over the studio after the US Government had…
Read MoreAffordable Unit Lottery Opens At 10 Halletts Point
This Summer, a lottery will open up for 81 affordable units in the 2.5 million square foot development project in Astoria. 10 Halletts Point will have 405 units at completion, with two outdoor terraces, a fitness center and yoga studio. The development will also include a 25,000 square foot supermarket for all your grocery needs.…
Read MoreNeptune Diner Goes On Sale For $10.5 Million
Speculations have been circling in recent weeks that the iconic Neptune Diner, located at 31-05 31st in Astoria was going up for sale after 30 years. The claims have now been verified with the listing of the site by Easter Consolidated, a real-estate investment firm) for a staggering $10.5 million, according the Queens Gazette. The…
Read MoreGet Out of a Hairy Situation: European Wax Center Visit
While the chilly weather is a Stark reminder that winter is coming, the occasional adventure requiring some personal grooming does crop up. The European Waxing Center on Steinway Street offers various options if wielding the blade yourself is not your fancy. We made an appointment but EWC does welcome walk-ins. Be prepared for terrible puns, we…
Read MoreCalling All Artists To Socrates Park Open Call!
Socrates Sculpture Park is currently inviting artists to submit proposals for a chance to qualify for the Emerging Artist Fellowship (EAF), an annual residency program and The Socrates Annual exhibition. It will be awarded to 15 artists, allowing them to produce and exhibit their sculptures in the park. A wonderful opportunity, EAF’18 recipients will also receive a…
Read MoreCozy Up in Astoria’s Newest Tea Shop
The newest addition on Steinway Street offers an alternative to the daily, hectic and caffeine-driven journey in the form of Prince’s Tea Shop. There are no paper cups nor are there tea bags here, but rather those pretty white and flowered pots often found in your mother’s dining room glass cabinet. Here, you can snuggle into…
Read MoreA Ballerina In Astoria Sends Chills With Astoria Blvd Performance
We have few words to describe this beautiful performance by Ballerina Xin Ying for the Ballerina Project. The project was inspired by New York City as a magnet for creativity. Each of the performances are a collaborative work of dance, fashion design and photography, according to the website. The Ballerina Projet was created by Dane…
Read MorePolice Looking For Three Men Who Hurled Brick Through Astoria Pizzeria
Police are looking for three men who threw a brick through an Astoria Pizzeria, located at 31-21 21st Street, Tuesday morning. The 114th Precinct released an image on their Twitter page on Thursday of the suspects. The front window of Rosa’s Pizza shattered when the men hurled a brick into it. Security cameras captured grainy…
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