Tag: astoria-community-events

Shop small and win prizes with Destination Ditmars Spring bingo in Astoria

March 12, 2025 By Jessica Militello Shoppers in Astoria can enjoy exclusive savings and exciting prizes with the launch of the first-ever Spring Bingo from the Destination Ditmars Merchants Association. The event, designed to support small businesses and encourage community engagement, kicks off on March 20 and offers participants over $250 in savings at local… Read more »

Q.E.D. Astoria enters a new era: Celebrating 10 years and a leadership shift

Jan. 21, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Astoria comedy club and entertainment hub Q.E.D. is celebrating a milestone 10th anniversary as it prepares for an official ownership transition on March 1. The popular venue plans to mark the occasion by introducing new events and programs while expanding its operations to seven days a week, ensuring even… Read more »

Q.E.D. Astoria to close in early 2025 after a decade as a community staple

Photo: Q.E.D. Astoria Facebook

Nov. 22, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The curtains are closing on a beloved performance venue after a decade as a neighborhood cornerstone. Q.E.D. Astoria owner and creative director Kambri Crews has announced that the popular arts venue will shutter permanently at the beginning of 2025. Crews opened Q.E.D. at 27-16 23rd Ave. in 2014, and the… Read more »

Astoria’s Steinway School set to host third annual Winterfest holiday market

A stall from a previous Winterfest event. Photo: PS 84Q PTA.

Nov. 7, 2024 By Shane O’Brien  PS84Q, also known as the Steinway School, will host its third annual Winterfest holiday market at the beginning of December to raise funds for residencies and extra-curricular programs throughout the school year. The school, located at 22-45 41st St., will host Winterfest in its cafeteria between 11 a.m. and… Read more »