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Fort Totten This Weekend

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 01:24:37 +0000

Just a reminder that this weekend you can avoid the Black Friday shopping craziness by tunneling deep into the earth. Or at least you can take a tunnel tour at Fort Totten led by the NYC Park Rangers. Enjoy.

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Fort Totten This Weekend originally appeared on About.com Queens, NY on Monday, November 23rd, 2009 at 01:24:37.

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Weekend Events in Queens � November 20-22, 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:47:49 +0000

Saturday

Topaz Arts Annual Fall Open House

Safe and Sound: A Night of Rhymes and Rhythms to Benefit Children's Rights at Hell Gate Social

City Ice Pavilion Opening

Glass & Water Art Exhibition at Rockaway Artists Alliance - Opening - Through December 5

20th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution celebration at Bohemian Hall

Melava Malka Concert - Cong. Etz Chaim

Two Video Premiers:Chigualeros and Taught to Hate at Queens Museum of Art

SUM!SiGAW: A Filipino American Youth Cultural Show at Queens Museum of Art

New New Yorkers Program: Tools for Learning English at Queens Museum of Art

Sunday

Rockaway Artists Alliance GIFTED 2009 Opening Reception - Through Sunday December 13

Forest Hills Jewish Center Parents' Association Book Fair and Holiday Boutique

Astorian Weekend Edition - November 18

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:13:00 +0000

By Foodista of Joey in Astoria

The weekend before Thanksgiving is a good time to chill before all the big holiday get-togethers. Check out a fun, casual eatery, watch football or enjoy a party at the beer garden.

Have you been to Stamatis (29-09 23rd Ave, Astoria, 718-721-4507) yet? It's a long-time Greek food staple in the heart of Astoria and the food is legit. Recommendations include the tzatziki dip and the chicken souvlaki platter.

This Friday, check out Mezzo Mezzo (31-29 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, 718-278-0444) for their 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. happy hour. They'll feature a signature free buffet, $4 draft beers and house wines, and $12 hookah.

Toast to freedom this Saturday (5 p.m.) at the Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden (29-19 24th Ave, Astoria, 718-274-4925), where they'll celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution. Admission is free and they'll have $2 wine, vodka shots, Czech liquor, and $10 pitchers of Czech beer. Nazdravie!

Are you ready for some football? There are plenty of great places where you could catch the game but two in particular are Gleason's (33-08 Broadway, Astoria, 718-626-5393) -- where on Sunday they serve 25 cent wings, and the newly-opened Yolo (22-55 31st St, Astoria, 718-777-1177), which has a $11 weekend brunch special.

If you're in the mood for something low-key this weekend, visit 24 Wine Bar (25-19 24th Ave, Astoria, 347-777-6164). New things happening here include press coffee, vegan brownies, muffins, and free wifi. Brunch may be in the works soon so check back to find out more.

Astorian Weekend Edition - November 18 originally appeared on About.com Queens, NY on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 21:13:00.

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Where in Queens? Photo of the Week

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:53:36 +0000

Photo (c) Nicholas Biondo

A tough one? Name the neighborhood, the view, the street, if you can.

If you were wondering about the previous unsolved photos, here's one answer and here's another.

Do you want to contribute a neighborhood photo to Where in Queens? Email me at queens.guide@about.com.

Where in Queens? Photo of the Week originally appeared on About.com Queens, NY on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 23:53:36.

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City Ice Pavilion - Rooftop Skating Rink in Long Island City

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:55:48 +0000

Images courtesy of City Ice Pavilion

Long Island City, grab your skates. There's a rink coming to a rooftop?

On this Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 21 and 22) the City Ice Pavilion skating rink opens up with a party and free skating. It's a rooftop rink - the only one in NYC -- that's covered an "air dome." Sounds like the real deal -- "NHL-sized" rink according to the press release -- with lessons, figure skating, and hockey. And it's so out of left field that it could actually be a blast.

The location is in the midst of warehouse and taxi land, close to LaGuardia CUNY and west of Sunnyside. There's nothing else to do in the immediate vicinity. Go to Sunnyside to eat afterwards.

City Ice Pavilion is at 47-32 32nd Place, Long Island City, NY 11101. That's a couple blocks from the 7 train - 33rd Street at Queens Boulevard, and close to Queensboro Bridge.

If you try out the rink, please let us know how it is. Ice skating is the best.

City Ice Pavilion - Rooftop Skating Rink in Long Island City originally appeared on About.com Queens, NY on Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 23:55:48.

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Thanksgiving Turkey

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:28:48 +0000

If you need a place to eat, try one of these restaurants serving Thanksgiving dinner, but call ahead for reservations.

And here are a few places that will cater your Thanksgiving turkey -- some even deliver the bird and all the trimmings.

Can you recommend any other turkey options? Good places to shop for (uncooked) turkeys? Let us know in the comments. And enjoy the holiday!

Thanksgiving Turkey originally appeared on About.com Queens, NY on Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 00:28:48.

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Weekend Events in Queens - November 13-15, 2009

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:47:44 +0000

Friday

Burnt Sugar Arkestra
at York College

18th Century Tavern Nights Queens Farm Museum - "authentic 18th century dinner prepared on an open hearth"

The Children's Hour at Poppenhusen Institute - Through November 21

Top Chef Contestants from Season 4 at BJ's in College Point

Saturday

New New Yorkers Program: Basic Drawing in Spanish at Queens Museum

Indian Karaoke Singing Group presents "Geet Jamboree" at Queens Museum of Art

New New Yorkers Program: Tools for Learning English at Queens Museum of Art

Rockaway Artists Alliance presents: GIFTED 2009 Through December 13

Sunday

The Mighty Sparrow" In Benefit Concert At York College Performing Arts Center - WOW - The Might Sparrow -- if you love calypso music -- is ... just the tops! He's probably the grestest living calypsonian. This is a must event for music lovers.

LICBDC Annual Luncheon and Trade Show - Queens Business Networking

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:11:47 +0000

The Long Island City Business Development Corporation (LICBDC), one of the most dynamic business groups in Queens, hosts the biggest networking event for Queens businesses at its annual trade show and luncheon. The name says Long Island City, but entrepreneurs across the borough will benefit from reaching out and meeting one another, especially during the free trade show. This year 3,500 are expected to attend the LICBDC's trade show. NY State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli is the keynote speaker.

LICBDC Annual Luncheon and Trade Show
November 18, 2009
Trade show floor: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., free
More Details - Long Island City Business Development Corporation
Terrace on the Park in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, 52-11 111th St, Corona, NY 11368, 718-592-5000
RSVP - 718-786-5300 or at LICBDC

LICBDC Annual Luncheon and Trade Show - Queens Business Networking originally appeared on About.com Queens, NY on Thursday, November 12th, 2009 at 00:11:47.

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Astorian Weekend Edition - November 11 By Mackenzi of Joey in Astoria

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:05:20 +0000

Photo (c) Harris Graber's Flickr photo set

Can you believe it is November already? All this warm weather we've been having makes me want to head to one of our amazing local parks and enjoy the last bits of Fall.

This weekend is the Queens Film Festival, which showcases the diversity of our borough and features films being screened in multiple locations around our neighborhood. Check here for the venues, dates, and times. The opening party is Thursday at the Hotel Ravel.

Have you all heard about The Secret Theater 44-02 23rd St, Long Island City)? No? Now is a great time to check them out. This Thursday they are debuting the play Cyrano De Bergerac, the classic story of how the disfigured genius, poet, and dashing swordsman, Cyrano, falls in love with Roxanne. Runs through December 5.

This Sunday try something new! Holistic health counselor Kristy Bredin will be teaching a class on traditionally fermented miso. Learn the health benefits and make a batch from scratch.

Enjoy a relaxing brunch at Bistro Les Minots (47-16 30th Ave), and get a great deal with their new $14 prix-fixe brunch, which includes two drinks. On Sundays, listen to singer Andrew Gottlieb and enjoy the newly installed show by painter Gabriele Perici while you eat.

Previously on Joey in Astoria
Neighborhood Profile - Astoria, Queens

Astorian Weekend Edition - November 11 By Mackenzi of Joey in Astoria originally appeared on About.com Queens, NY on Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 at 21:05:20.

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Where in Queens? More Fall in the Borough

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:52:25 +0000

Photo (c) John Roleke

This is a record. For two weeks in a row, you've been stumped! Folks have gotten close to guessing this one (tough) and that one, but no cigar yet.

This week...you might think it a little easier (click image for big view). Show the world your borough knowledge and name this scene in the comments. Bonus points if you get this one and the other two.

Where in Queens? More Fall in the Borough originally appeared on About.com Queens, NY on Monday, November 9th, 2009 at 23:52:25.

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