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Old School City Santas
Old School City Santas
gothamist.com —               It's been 112 years since 8-year-old Virginia O'Hanlon of West... 95th Street asked if there was a Santa Claus. An open letter back to the girl ended with: "No Santa Claus! Thank God! he lives, and he lives forever. A ... (more) Old School City Santas

Shot in the Naked City: Cinematic Mysteries and Film Noir Before 1960
Shot in the Naked City: Cinematic Mysteries and Film Noir Before 1960
walkingoffthebigapple.com — Movies and television programs that film on location in New York are fairly ubiquitous these days. Walking... through the city it's easy to stumble upon movie crews and their rows of equipment and catering trucks and rolls of cable necessary for shooting a scene. Contemporary audiences come to ... (more) Shot in the Naked City: Cinematic Mysteries and Film ...

Astoria Latest Blog Posts

$10 Pitchers at the Original Beer Garden
5 hours ago at The Foodista
Extra, Extra
9 hours ago at Gothamist
Wingstop Positions to Land in New York Via Queens
11 hours ago at Grub Street New York
Old School City Santas
11 hours ago at Gothamist
Emeril Lagasse Receives Lifetime Achievement Award At Food Allergy Ball
Finally Fridays - Brunch
Finally Fridays - Brunch
astorianyc.blogspot.com — Wow I thought the weekend would never come...but finally it's here.  In this edition of Finally Fridays,... we reveal five great picks for brunch.  As always, chime in with your two... Visit Joey in Astoria for more... (more) Finally Fridays - Brunch
Loveable Logotypes: Astoria Federal Savings
Loveable Logotypes: Astoria Federal Savings
britinbrooklyn.squarespace.com — In Park Slope. (more) Loveable Logotypes: Astoria Federal Savings
Rally for Safer Streets on 21st Avenue
astorianyc.blogspot.com — This is from a couple of friends involved with Astoria community issues: On Friday, November 13, there... was a fatal pedestrian tragedy where someone crossing the street was hit. This tragedy is... Visit Joey in Astoria for more... (more) Rally for Safer Streets on 21st Avenue
Marriage Equality and Queens
Marriage Equality and Queens
astorianyc.blogspot.com — Although we don't talk politics much here, we wanted to address something recent and relevant to many... of our readers and fellow citizens - the issue of marriage equality. As you most likely know,... Visit Joey in Astoria for more... (more) Marriage Equality and Queens
Astoria Characters
Astoria Characters
astorianyc.blogspot.com — Have you all seen this charming series of Astorian profiles over at The Huffington Post? Each of... these amazing little profiles is the work of local writer, Nancy Ruhling, and paints a unique... Visit Joey in Astoria for more... (more) Astoria Characters
Vallone wants softer rules on parking
nypost.com — City Councilman Peter Vallone Jr. (D-Astoria) said he will continue to push for laws that protect city... residents from overzealous traffic agents after the Council passed one bill he sponsored that would give a grace period for alternate side street p... (more) Vallone wants softer rules on parking
The Astoria Pool
The Astoria Pool
nydailynews.com — Master builder Robert Moses was in high gear in 1936, effortlessly spending truckloads of federal money as... fast as he could, not only finishing up the enormous Triborough Bridge project but also installing splendid new public swimming pools all over ... (more) The Astoria Pool
Happy Thanksgiving Astoria!
Happy Thanksgiving Astoria!
foodistanyc.com — The famous Turkey day is here this week.  How are you spending it? Whether in the mood... for a classic American feast or a meal with an ethnic twist, here are 10 delicious venues that could help you celebrate Thanksgiving Day.  Vesta  ... (more) Happy Thanksgiving Astoria!
Girardi being honored again
yankees.lhblogs.com — He conducted sliding practice yesterday, and today Joe Girardi will be honored as the March of Dimes... Sportsman of the Year. Venus Williams is the organization’s Sportswoman of the Year. The March of Dimes sports luncheon is being held at the ... (more) Girardi being honored again
Astorian Weekend Edition 25.11.09
Astorian Weekend Edition 25.11.09
astorianyc.blogspot.com — Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Thus starts the official holiday season. Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with friends... and family, expressing gratitude, and of course, eating! Judith has a great... Visit Joey in Astoria for more... (more) Astorian Weekend Edition 25.11.09
Meeting to preserve the millstones
Meeting to preserve the millstones
queenscrap.blogspot.com — The Greater Astoria Historical Society and the community of Long Island City/Astoria, are concerned about the safety... of the historic millstones located at Queens Plaza. Hidden in plain site, the two millstones, some say, date from the 1600's and are ... (more) Meeting to preserve the millstones
Greater Astoria Historical Society: Events
astorialic.org — Wed Nov 18, 6:30 pm At 6:30 the evening starts with a brief review of a study... the society did for the archeologist in charge of the project. The millstone‘s colorful past comes to life. We next discuss the current plight of the stones. Then at 7 PM ... (more) Greater Astoria Historical Society: Events
Astoria's tall order: Zoning plan keeps building height down
Astoria's tall order: Zoning plan keeps building height down
nydailynews.com — First, the good news for Astoria: The city is close to unveiling a zoning plan that will... prevent tall buildings from sprouting on streets lined with one- and two-family homes. (more) Astoria's tall order: Zoning plan keeps building height down
Astorian Weekend Edition 19.11.09
Astorian Weekend Edition 19.11.09
astorianyc.blogspot.com — 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... Visit Joey in Astoria for more... (more) Astorian Weekend Edition 19.11.09
The Waldorf Gives The Jet Set 21 Destinations To Discover
The Waldorf Gives The Jet Set 21 Destinations To Discover
guestofaguest.com — [All photos by Amber de Vos by PMc ] . As the holidays approach and cold weather... settles in, dreams of escaping the city take shape. Jet set season is upon us! Last night at the Waldorf Towers, guests including Anisha Lakhani , Kimberly Guilfoyle, Bettina Prentice , Sabine Heller , Neel ... (more) The Waldorf Gives The Jet Set 21 Destinations To Discover

Thursday Morning Linkage
Thursday Morning Linkage
afinecompany.blogspot.com — New In Green- Edible Walls! (NY Times) Coops, Condos See Increased Trip And Fall Lawsuits In Sign... Of Times (Brick Underground) Astoria: Zoning Plan To Keep Heights Down (NYDN) Trader Joe's Coming To Chelsea (Curbed) Inside Super Fancy 535 WEA's Wacky Show House (Curbed) Experts Weigh In On ... (more) Thursday Morning Linkage
Yolo's Sunday Brunch and Football Ticket
Yolo's Sunday Brunch and Football Ticket
foodistanyc.com — Looking for a chill place to watch the ball game and indulge in a leisurely brunch? You... might want to check out Yolo , the newly opened sports bar under the N train at the Ditmars Blvd stop. I've heard that it's a nice, relaxing place to watch ... (more) Yolo's Sunday Brunch and Football Ticket
Astoria's Famous Bulldogs
Astoria's Famous Bulldogs
astorianyc.blogspot.com — Image by nytimes.com Reading this sweet story in the New York Times, passed along to me by... the Jumping Bulldog's owner, Tanja Firrigno warmed my heart.  Featured in last weekend's NY Times,... Visit Joey in Astoria for more... (more) Astoria's Famous Bulldogs
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