Astor 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…

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Street Renamed After National Greek Television Founder

KASTANAS

Last week, the City Council approved te renaming of over 40 streets across the city, including the intersection of Steinway Street and 31st Avenue.  The name chosen for the intersection is Dimitris Kastana, founder of National Greek Television and an influencial presence in the Greek-American community.  Dimitris Kastana, according to Greek News, founded the very…

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