Dec. 5, 2024 By Colum Motherway Irish boxer Emmet Brennan is looking to extend his professional record to 5-0 on Friday, Dec. 6, when he takes on Victor Hugo Exner in Astoria. Brennan will fight in Melrose Ballroom, while a pre- and post-fight party will be hosted at The Wolfhound, an Astoria neighborhood pub. The… Read more »
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From stand-up to storytelling: Q.E.D. Astoria hosts comedy nights during New York Comedy Festival
Nov. 12, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Q.E.D. Astoria is set to host four comedy events this week as part of the ongoing New York Comedy Festival. Q.E.D., a performance venue located at 27-16 23rd Ave., already hosted its inaugural event of the festival, a stand-up performance by Myq Kaplan, on Sunday night. It will now… Read more »
Columbus Day Parade celebrates Italian-American heritage in Astoria
Oct. 14, 2024 By Czarinna Andres The 47th annual Columbus Day Parade marched through the streets of Astoria this past Saturday, celebrating Italian-American heritage. Organized by the Federation of Italian-American Organizations of Queens (FIAOQ), the event brought together local dignitaries, community members, and cultural performers. The parade began at Kaufman Astoria Studios on 34th Avenue,… Read more »