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Haunting Histories and Legends of Astoria: The Life and Afterlife of Rudolph Valentino
"The Life and Afterlife of Rudolph Valentino" Rudolph Valentino was the first "Latin Lover" of the silent movies in the 1920s. He filmed many iconic pictures of the time including The Sheik, Beyond the Rocks, Blood and Sand, and Monsieur Beaucaire, which was filmed here in Astoria. He stirred up controversy in his life and…
Read MoreTalk Therapy Stories & Open Mic — True Stories about Mental Health Performed Live
Comic Angela Cobb (A Hot Mess) and storytellers Peter Aguero (Daddy Issues; The Moth) and Selena Coppock (Bitchcraft; New Rules for Blondes) perform on the October 8 edition of Talk Therapy Stories + Open Mic. A storytelling open mic offers audience members a chance to tell a 6-minute true story. $5. Doors @ 7pm, show @ 7:30. QED, 27–16…
Read MoreRole Models – A Storytelling Show
It’s David Lee Roth’s birthday, a National Holiday here at Q.E.D., and we’ve decided to celebrate. Diamond Dave is Kambri Crews’ lifelong role model so join us for a night of "unchained" storytelling, hosted by Kambri, about role models who made a difference. For better or worse. We’ll be talking about runnin’ with the devil, beautiful…
Read MoreTony Trischka to Headline Art House Astoria 5th Annual Fundraising Gala
On Friday, October 30, 2015, at 7:00 PM, Art House Astoria Conservatory for Music and Art celebrates its 6th anniversary during its annual Fundraising Gala in Astoria. Popular Astoria eatery Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company will be presenting this year’s gala for the third year in a row. Art House Astoria is thrilled to announce…
Read MoreLord of the Bowies Trivia Battle & Book Party
On Saturday, October 17th, Astoria hotspot Q.E.D. presents LORD OF THE BOWIES: Trivia Battle & Book Party in celebration of the man known as Ziggy Stardust a/k/a David Bowie. The event will be co-hosted by comedian Christian Finnegan (Chappelle’s Show, Best Week Ever) and Chris O’Leary, author of REBEL REBEL (Zero Books, 2015) the definitive…
Read MoreAstoria Business Owners Networking Event
"Come join us as we support local business owners in the community for a fun filled networking event at Katch. Interact with attorneys, real estate brokers, mortgage brokers, and other professionals dedicated to the Astoria community" Hosted by Pat Gravino & Associates AXA Advisors. Appetizers will be served. Join us: Thursday, October 1st, 2015 6:00pm…
Read MoreNYC Cupcake Run
The NYC Cupcake Run is a challenge in which participants aim to complete a 5 kilometer (3.1 mile) run while stopping to eat three cupcakes at checkpoints throughout the course. This one-of-a-kind New York City experience will take place in Astoria Park on Saturday, October 17th, 2015 and is open to people of all ages. Registration include : an…
Read MorePumpkin Etching Class
Come join us for a one of a kind Pumpkin carving workshop! This hands on class will focus on the “etching” style of pumpkin carving. Master carver Adam Bierton will teach techniques used to create one of a kind designs that will send shivers down your spine. Learn tricks and treats to take your pumpkin…
Read MoreThe Big Quiz Thing
As seen on the official quiz show of the city of New York, the Big Quiz Thing, NYC’s greatest live trivia experience, begins its residency at Q.E.D. in Astoria: The first Tuesday of every month starting August 4. Way more than a bar trivia night, the Big Quiz Thing—hosted by the best quizmasters in the…
Read MoreRepublican Debate Watch Party
SPECIAL EVENT — COUPONS, DISCOUNTS, AND COMPS NOT VALID. Join us for what is sure to be a hilarious viewing of the Republican Debate here at QED. We will be screening the event "Mystery Science Theater 3000" style as comedians/ political commentators add their two cents over a microphone during the debate. Featuring pre-show comedy and…
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