October Events at Socrates
Socrates Sculpture Park in Astoria is celebrating fall with a month of cultural programming, film screenings, workshops,...
SNAP, Medicaid and Property Tax Assistance with Senator Gonzalez’s Office
OANA is please to share some information on upcoming events hosted by the office of New York...
NYC Charter Amendment Ballot Proposals
On November 3, 2026, New Yorkers will head to the polls and have a chance to vote...
Clarifying DSNY Bins and Recycling Requirements
With the new DSNY bins requirements for trash there has been some confusion about whether residents are...
NYC Natural Gas Alarm Deadline: January 1, 2027
The DOB sent out a reminder recently to residential property owners notifying them that natural gas alarms...
Green Space Announces D.I.G. Residency
Green Space has announced the artists selected for its 2026–27 D.I.G. Artist Residency. The residency includes eight...
That’s How the Cookie Crumbles: Chip City Closes Down
A favorite cookie spot in Astoria has abruptly closed. Chip City, the popular cookie chain founded by...
October Family Programs at The Noguchi Museum
October brings a full schedule of family programs to The Noguchi Museum, with opportunities for children of...
October at Museum of the Moving Image
Looking for film activities to attend this October? MoMI has a packed schedule with film, exhibitions, and...
Why It Matters When Con Edison Asks Us to Reduce Electricity Use
Last week, OANA President Richard Khuzami toured Con Edison’s Vernon Substation to learn more about the electrical...
New Public Restrooms Coming to Queens
At the Mayor’s request, NYC has begun installing 17 new public bathrooms across the five boroughs as...
October at The Noguchi
As usual, this October brings a full schedule of exhibitions, tours, workshops, and other programs to the...
DSNY Hearing on Proposal for Higher Fines for Dirty Vacant Lots
The NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is proposing to increase the penalty for failing to keep a...
Developer Seeks Zoning Changes for 20-Story Building Near Socrates Park
Queens developer is seeking zoning changes to build a 20-story mixed-use development at 31-01 Vernon Boulevard, across...
[Op-Ed] Words Matter
In this op-ed, titled “Words Matter,” OANA President Richard Khuzami draws on his lifelong experience as a...
OANA at 12: A Look Back at Our Op-Eds and Advocacy (Part 2)
As part of our 12th anniversary, we are re-releasing a selection of OANA’s op-eds from over the...
Homeowners Resource Fair (October 3rd)
Neighborhood Housing Services of Queens CDC, Inc. is hosting a free Homeowners Resource Fair on Saturday, October...
Free Baseball Clinics at Whitey Ford Field Every Monday
Young athletes ages 7–10 are invited to free baseball clinics and practice sessions at Whitey Ford Field...
Fertile Ground Returns to Green Space This Sunday
Green Space in LIC will present “Fertile Ground: New Work Series” this Sunday, September 27 at 7...
A Staple Has Been Sold: Major Astoria Development Site Goes for $26 Million
A former staple of the community has been sold. The former Staples site at 24-41 31st St....
Paid Leadership Opportunity for NYC Teens at The Noguchi Museum
Attention teens and parents: The Noguchi is accepting applications for its their Teen Advisory Board (TAB), a...
Protecting the Park, Preserving the Shoreline
Socrates Sculpture Park is getting ready for a major seawall reconstruction project that will begin in the...
September Performances and Events at Green Space
Green Space in LIC is hosting several performances and events throughout September, including a pop-up performance at...
4th Annual Fall Harvest Costume Festival & Community Health and Wellness Fair (Oct 24th)
The Hallets Playground Alliance will host its 4th Annual Fall Harvest Costume Festival and Community Health &...
Gather on Vernon: A Community Street Festival (Sept 26th)
Join your neighbors for Gather on Vernon, a free community street festival celebrating the Astoria waterfront on...
Outdoor Cinema Returns to Socrates Sculpture Park
Outdoor Cinema is back at Socrates Sculpture Park this September! They will be opening with a two-night...
Footloose at Whitey Ford Field (Sept 11th)
Join OANA and Friends of Whitey Ford Field for a night under the stars with NYC Parks’...
Labor Day Cookout at Château le Woof (Sept 7th)
Join friends and community at Château le Woof for a Labor Day Cookout. September 7th @ 12:00...
Performaxxing at Socrates Sculpture Park (Sept 19th)
Socrates Sculpture Park will host Party in the Park: Trio Under the Triboro on Saturday, September 19,...
Proposed Rezoning Could Bring 128 New Apartments to Hallets Point
A vacant lot just east of the Hallets Point peninsula is at the center of a new...
Family Events at the Noguchi this September
Here’s a slightly tighter version while keeping the same style and information: September brings a full schedule...
September Programs and Events at The Noguchi
As usual, September brings a full schedule of exhibitions, tours, workshops, and other programs to The Noguchi...
Ride Queens: Inaugural Queens Borough President’s Office Bike Ride Coming September 20
Queens cyclists will have a new opportunity to explore the borough this fall with the inaugural QBPO...
Applications Open for Socrateens Fall/Winter 2026 (Deadline August 31st)
Socrates Sculpture Park is accepting applications for its Fall/Winter 2026 Socrateens program, a free, year-long experimental art-making...
Tour of Wildflower Studios
In July 2026, Neil Herdan, co-chair of Friends of Whitey Ford Field, took three students from Frank...
OANA at 12: A Look Back at Our Op-Eds and Advocacy (Part 1)
On our 12th anniversary, we are re-releasing a selection of OANA’s op-eds from over the years. We...
Free Ice Cream Coming to Astoria Park Tennis Courts Ahead of the US Open
The USTA will bring its new roving ice cream truck to the Astoria Park tennis courts on...
New Residential Development Planned on Land Rezoned for Innovation Queens
A new 429-unit residential development is moving forward in Astoria at 35-45, 35-33, and 35-42 41st Street,...
Washington Post Takes a look at Changing Politics in Astoria
Image courtesy of the Washington Post The small corner of this city we call home was recently...
August at Socrates Sculpture Park: New Art, Dance, Theater, and Family Programs
Socrates Sculpture Park is celebrating its 40th anniversary summer with a full season of free art, performances,...
Old Astoria Gets a New Coffee Roaster at Halletts Point
Dear Coffee Lovers, our waterfront is getting a new Cafe. The Astoria-based :3 Coffee has signed a...
Green Space Announces New Dance Programming and Residency Opportunity this August
Looking for artistic events for this August? Green Space has announced a series free performances, community events,...
Kaufman Astoria Studios Has New Management
We are excited to have read the news that Kaufman Studios is entering a new chapter: Shadowbox...
More August Events at The Noguchi Museum
The Noguchi Museum has announced additional August programming featuring artist talks, free admission days, community activities, and...
Family-Friendly Programs at the Noguchi this August
You may be aware that the Noguchi Museum hosts family-friendly activities every month: This August you can...
Green Space Opens Applications for D.I.G. Residency and Fertile Ground Season
D.I.G. Artist Residency Applications Now Open Green Space is now accepting applications for the Digging in Group...
MoMI and MUBI Present New Exhibition “Reframing the Slasher”
The Museum of the Moving Image has teamed up with the movie streaming platform MUBI to present...
Offsite Programs with The Noguchi Museum this Summer
This summer, The Noguchi Museum is bringing art, creativity, and hands-on learning beyond its Astoria galleries with...
OANA Sponsored Waterfront Walking Tour With NYC Ferry, QEDC & More
OANA recently launched a cultural walking tour of the Astoria waterfront, exploring the neighborhood’s history, arts, and...
Demolition Complete for New Public School in LIC
Demolition has been completed at 23-10 43rd Avenue in LIC, clearing the way for a new six-story...
DOB Community Event Coming to Sunnyside (Aug 1st)
Property owners, homeowners, contractors, and small business owners across Queens are invited to attend the NYC Department...
Pinocchio at the Ball Field
Over sixty parents, children, members of the Summer Youth Employment Program, and infants from Hanac’s Astoria Cornerstone...
Kids Ride the NY Waterway Ferry to Jersey for Free This Summer
Children under 12 can ride the NY Waterway ferry for free with a paying adult through Labor...
Support the Return of Outdoor Cinema at Socrates Sculpture Park
For years, Outdoor Cinema at Socrates Sculpture Park brought neighbors together for free summer evenings filled with...
Fertile Ground 2026–2027 Applications Open
Choreographers and dance artists are invited to apply for Fertile Ground 2026–2027, a non-curated showcase presented by...
July at The Noguchi: Free Admission, Family Programs & Special Events
The Noguchi has a full calendar of exhibitions, family activities, tours, and more July. OANA is happy...
July at Socrates Sculpture Park
Socrates Sculpture Park has a lot of going on this July that you can check out with...
Public Sounds with Geller at Socrates Sculpture Park (July 11th)
Experience an evening of live electronic music at Public Sounds with Geller, a free outdoor synthesizer performance...
First-Ever Puppet Show at Whitey Ford Field (July 8th)
Join Friends of Whitey Ford Filed and CityParks for a presentation of Pinocchio and Geppetto’s Big Apple...
Astoria Pool Celebrates 90 Years of Public Swimming (July 2nd)
Astoria Pool, one of NYC’s original public pools, is marking its 90th anniversary this summer! Opened in...
Volunteer at Register Sky Farm LIC
If you’re looking for a way to get involved in the community, Sky Farm LIC is looking...
Projekt NYC Summer Literacy & Volunteer Program for Queens Students
Projekt NYC is running a summer literacy program in Queens called Books & Beyond, pairing high school...
Introducing the Astoria History Book Club
In April, a group of local residents came together to create a book group devoted to world...
Broadway Food Crawl (June 30th)
Join Astoria Storefronts on June 30th for an evening food crawl through Broadway’s best local eateries. This...
Celebrate Summer Solstice at Socrates Sculpture Park 2026 Annual Opening
Socrates Sculpture Park will be hosting its’ 2026 Annual Summer Solstice Opening Celebration on Sunday, June 21...
Filming in Western Queens: The Path Forward (July 6th)
https://youtu.be/CJ30-lQJUT8 Watch the reply of our last meeting on the Future of Filming in Western Queens ...
Socrates Sculpture Park June Events: Crossroads & Pride in the Park
Socrates Sculpture Park is hosting several community events this June, centered on performance, Pride, and public gathering....
FREE Community Health Fair (June 13th)
Join Variety Boys & Girls Club Beacon 10 for a free Health Fair on Saturday, June 13,...
Events and Activities at the Noguchi this June
We’re happy to share updates on upcoming June programming at The Noguchi Museum in Queens. This month...
June at the Museum of the Moving Image
The Museum of the Moving Image has a lot of exciting events this June including cultural events,...
Help Open New Cooling Centers with NYC Emergency Management
As summer temperatures start to heat up, New York City is seeking additional community partners to serve...
Free Financial Literacy Program for Middle School Students & Other Programs
Projekt NYC is offering several exciting opportunities for NYC students this summer including financial literacy training, community...
News & Updates from the Hallets Playground Alliance
OANA is pleased to share some news and highlights from the Hallets Playground Alliance June 2026 Newsletter....
Independence Day Celebration and Carnival at Astoria Park
OANA is pleased to share news of these events from Central Astoria—please check them out below. Astoria...
Green Space & Dance Entropy Events in June
Green Space and Valerie Green/Dance Entropy (VG/DE) will present two June programs featuring new contemporary dance works...
Summer Movie Nights and Volunteer Opportunities at Astoria Park
We are pleased to share an update from the Astoria Park Alliance as summer activities and volunteer...
[Op-Ed] City of Yes Needs a Tax Cap for New Construction
The Old Astoria Neighborhood Association (OANA) has released a new op-ed, “City of Yes Needs a Tax...
Free Citizenship Application Assistance Event Coming to Queens on June 6
CUNY Citizenship Now! will host a free Citizenship Application event in Queens on June 6 in partnership...
Affordable Waterfront Apartments in Astoria Applications Open Through June 2
A new affordable housing opportunity has opened on the Astoria waterfront through the Astoria Cove Phase 1(A)...
Socrateens at Socrates Sculpture Park: Spring/Summer 2026
In March 2026, we shared with our readers that open admissions for Socrateens was taking place and...
Seasonal Tennis Bubble at Astoria Park Developments
The Old Astoria Neighborhood Association (OANA) recognizes the ongoing community discussion regarding the proposed seasonal tennis bubble...
Con Edison Hosts Virtual Summer Community Resources Conference (June 9)
Con Edison will host a Virtual Summer Community Resources Conference on Tuesday, June 9 from 10 a.m....
Museum of the Moving Image is opening a public technology space in Queens
The Museum of the Moving Image will be opening MoMI LAB on June 13 as a free,...
[OANA Monthly Meeting] Things to Do: Summer in Astoria & LIC (May 27th)
Watch the Recording https://youtu.be/FvBMH1qp0m8 A Community Information Forum on Summer Recreation, Parks, Culture & Public Spaces Join...
MoMI Announces 2026 Season of Open Worlds: Science Programs
The Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) has announced the 2026 season of its Open Worlds: Science...
DSNY Proposes Expanding Residential Trash Container Pilot Into Brooklyn, Extending Manhattan Program (Public Hearing June 17th)
The New York City Department of Sanitation is proposing to expand and extend its stationary on-street trash...
DOT to Present 31st Avenue Phase 2 Safety Plan at Community Board 1 Full Board Meeting (May 19)
The DOT will present its 31st Avenue Phase 2 Safety Improvement Plan at the upcoming Community Board...
Bronx Developer Looking to Bring New Housing Project to Astoria
A prolific Bronx-based developer is bringing his latest project to Astoria, Queens, with plans for a new...
Deadline Extended for Noguchi’s Paid Teen Art Program “Making Your Mark”
The The Noguchi Museum has extended the application deadline for its “Making Your Mark” summer art-making intensive...
IHRAF: Arendt Tickets Available and IHRAF Queens Submissions Now Open
OANA is pleased to share information from the International Human Rights Art Movement (IHRAM) and the International...
Green Space Presents “Take Root: DIG” Performances (May 14 thur 17)
Green Space will present its latest Take Root: DIG performances from May 14–17, featuring original contemporary dance...
[Op-Ed] Position on the 31st Street Bike Lane Proposal – Astoria
Read the Op-Ed OANA supports the proposed 31st Street bike lane project in Astoria contingent on the...
Join Queens Taste 2026 (May 12)
OANA is excited to share information about Queens Taste, an event featuring restaurants and eateries from across...
May at the Noguchi
We’re happy to share updates on upcoming May programming at the Noguchi Museum in Queens. This month...
Chakaia Booker Returns to Socrates Sculpture Park for 40th Anniversary Homecoming Installation
OANA is excited to share that world-renowned sculptor Chakaia Booker will be returning to Socrates Sculpture Park...
[Op-Ed] Don’t Stop the IBX at Queens. Extend it to the Bronx.
Read the Op-Ed OANA has released a new op-ed arguing that New York should extend the proposed...
Spring Programming at Socrates Sculpture Park and 40th Anniversary Gala
OANA is excited about spring at Socrates Sculpture Park. May is kicking off with new exhibits and...
Free NYC DOT Access to Independence Transportation Resource Fair (May 17th)
The NYC Department of Transportation is hosting a free public event aimed at helping older adults and...
Six Firefighters Injured as Massive Blaze Engulfs Vacant Astoria Church
A five-alarm fire sadly tore through a vacant church property in Astoria on Thursday evening, injuring six...
Interview Opportunity in Green Construction Training for Local Workers
Walk-in interviews will be held on Thursday, April 23 from 11 AM – 2 PM for a...
Whitey Ford Field April/May Spring Cleanups, 2026
Hello Friends, Members, and Supporters. We will be kicking off our events this year in April and...
[Op-Ed] Astoria–LIC Rezoning: A Long-Awaited Step Forward
Read the Op-Ed After years of advocacy, a neighborhood-wide rezoning in Astoria and Long Island City is...
Upgrade at the Shore Towers Condominium Lobby
The Shore Towers Condominium near Astoria Park has unveiled a newly redesigned lobby that blends modern upgrades...
Interborough Express (IBX) Public Hearings and Workshops Have Begun
The MTA recently announced planned public workshops for the proposed Interborough Express (IBX), a major transit project...
Participatory Budgeting is Back in Astoria
Participatory budgeting is back in Astoria with $1 million in public funds allocated to be spent across...
NYC Will Require Official Trash Bins Starting June 1, 2026
DSNY is rolling out a new rule requiring all buildings with 1–9 residential units to use official...
St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser for Childhood Cancer at Rivercrest (May 2nd)
Rivercrest is hosting a St. Baldrick’s fundraiser on May 2 to support childhood cancer research and bring...
OANA Monthly Meeting on NY’s Film Industry Future & Facilities (April 29th)
We’re excited to feature Adam Gordon, Managing Partner of Wildflower Studios, Astoria’s new film and television production...
Help Improve Astoria Streets: Report Potholes Today
Astoria Residents: our streets are not bad but there is still room for improvement! Now you can...
Professional Ice Hockey Backs Variety Boys & Girls Club with $2.5M Investment
In recent emails from the Variety Boys and Girls Club of Queens, we learned of a major...
Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month and Other Spring Updates
As spring gets underway in New York City, the NYC Ferry has announced events such as honoring...
Unhoused Couple on 30th Avenue Raises Concerns and Call for Action
UPDATE (4/16): Two of the 3 people living on 30th Avenue have been taken to the hospital....
Youth Talk Democracy Summer 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO APRIL 17TH Applications are now open for Youth Talk Democracy, a...
Socrates Sculpture Park’s 40th Anniversary & 2026 Season
This year, Socrates Sculpture Park marks an incredible milestone—its 40th anniversary—with a bold new season titled “Begin...
Celebrating Marilyn Monroe at the Museum of the Moving Image (April 11 & 12)
OANA is pleased to share an upcoming program at the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria...
New Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Astoria Cove
OANA would like to inform the community about a new affordable housing lottery that has recently launched...
April at the Noguchi
There’s a lot happening this month at The Noguchi Museum, including the continued run of Noguchi’s New...
Ferry Updates for Spring 2026
NYC Ferry’s Spring 2026 goes into effect April 8 with more weekend service and a few route...
Free Virtual Info Session With Green Construction Training Program
There will be a free virtual info session on April 9 at 1 PM with the Andromeda...
Kaufman Studios Faces Foreclosure
New reports claim Deutsche Bank has filed a lawsuit to foreclose on Kaufman Astoria Studios after the...
VBGCQ Updates
OANA recently received the latest newsletter from the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, highlighting exciting...
[Op-Ed] City of Yes and Property Taxes
The latest op-ed by OANA discusses how NYC’s push to expand housing supply is rooted in a...
Projekt NYC Launches Astoria Park Kids Spring Run Club
Projekt NYC is launching the Astoria Park Kids Spring Run Club, a program for students ages 9–13...
NYC Parks Issues Emergency Rule on Special Event Permits
NYC Parks has announced a temporary rule that may impact summer events. From June 11 through July...
Sunnyside Yards Is Back: Join the Conversation! (April 6th)
A new public information session has been scheduled for the long-discussed Sunnyside Yard project, one of the...
Marvels of Media Festival Celebrates Autistic Creators in Astoria
The Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria is hosting the fifth annual Marvels of Media Festival...
Spring Events at Astoria Park
Is it just us or does it feel like it’s been a long winter? With Spring around...
Headwall Theatre Company is Back This April featuring The Comeuppance
Headwall Theatre Company is back this spring with a new production of The Comeuppance, written by acclaimed...
OANA Monthly Meeting | NY State Senator Gonzalez & the NYC Comptroller’s Office (March 25th)
https://youtu.be/9P00TjY1doU Join us for our Monthly meeting via live stream at 6:30 PM on March 25th. Kristen...
Tennis Bubble Proposal to Be Discussed Tonight at Community Board 1 Meeting (March 17th)
A proposal involving a tennis bubble in Astoria Park will be discussed tonight during the Community Board...
Astoria Park Beautification Day (March 21st)
Community members are invited to help out at the annual Astoria Park Beautification Day on Saturday, March...
Queens Public Library Classes & Events
Please see resources and schedules from the Queens Public Library regarding Virtual English classes, in-person classes, group...
Applications Open for Socrateens Spring/Summer 2026 at Socrates Sculpture Park
Applications are now open for Socrateens Spring/Summer 2026, a paid art-making program for teens at Socrates Sculpture...
Submit Testimony on NYC Trees by March 9
New Yorkers have an opportunity to submit written testimony to the New York City Council Parks Committee...
NYC Small Business Opening Survey (Deadline March 6th)
The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is asking business owners to complete a short survey...
Free One-to-One Tech Assistance for Older Adults at Cornell Tech (March 15)
The Community Service Club at Cornell Tech will be hosting a free One-to-One Tech Assistance training for...
Socrates Sculpture Park to Celebrate 40th Anniversary Gala Honoring Chakaia Booker (June 4th)
Socrates Sculpture Park will celebrate forty years of public art at its 40th Anniversary Gala honoring sculptor...
Celebrate Green Space: 20 Years of Dance & Community at the Emerald Gala
Green Space has been a beacon of art and culture in Western Queens for two decades. To...
VBGCQ February Newsletter Updates
Construction is ongoing at the main VBGCQ clubhouse as programming and community events continue to grow stronger...
Noguchi’s New York and More
There is a new exhibition at The Noguchi, running through September 13th, exploring how the vision of...
Reforming NYC Community Boards (Op-Ed)
New York City’s community boards are meant to give neighborhoods a voice in decisions about development, parks,...
New York City families: the deadline to apply for 3-K and Pre-K is TODAY Friday, February 27.
New York City families: the deadline to apply for 3-K and Pre-K is this Today, Friday, February...
Community Input Meeting on the Queensbridge Park Ballfields (March 11)
The future of Queensbridge Park is up for discussion. NYC Parks is hosting a virtual Community Input...
Take Root Presents Chelsea Thedinga and Petra Zanki (February 27–28 at 8PM)
Take Root returns to Green Space with an evening of contemporary dance featuring Chelsea Thedinga and Petra...
NYC Ferry Winter Updates
Dear Ferry Riders, we recently got news that the winter schedule will be updated with increased frequency....
Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Astoria with CAAMNY (March 1st)
Astoria is set to celebrate a festive Lunar New Year Celebration & Volunteer Recognition Ceremony hosted by...
2026 Summer Internship with the City Comptroller
Looking for a summer job? The Office of the New York City Comptroller is now accepting applications...
Take the Queens Bus Network Redesign Rider Survey!
The deadline for this survey has been extended through March 6, 2026. The MTA recently launched a...
February at the Noguchi
This month at The Noguchi there are several new exhibitions and exciting events coming up that you...
Excavation Begins for New Building on 12th Street
Excavation is set to begin at 30-11 12th St street for a new 9-story residential which will have 124...
Good News for Telehealth!
Good news! Congress has just approved a two-year extension of Medicare telehealth flexibilities through December 31, 2027,...
Local Artist Opportunity to Have Art Featured at JFK Airport
A call for artists is now open for a new art installation at JFK Terminal 5. This...
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Hold In-Person Town Hall in Queens (Feb 5th)
OANA is pleased to share information about the upcoming in-person Town Wall with Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in...
Community Survey on NYC Services
The NYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD) is running a survey to get your feedback....
Excavation Beginning at 30-11 12th Street
Construction activity will be starting on 30-11 12th Street, on the southeast corner of 12th Street and...
Con Edison Expands Bill Discount Program
We are happy to announce that Con Edison’s Energy Affordability Program (EAP) has expanded. In 2025 this...
New Residential and Mixed-Use Buildings In Astoria
You may have noticed: Astoria’s skyline is changing! A series of new low- and mid-rise residential buildings...
Candidate Debate for NY State Assembly District 36 Replay
OANA hosted a community debate for candidates in the Special Election for New York State Assembly District...
Upcoming Dance Performances at Green Space, January 23–25
Green Space in Long Island City is hosting several dance performances this weekend featuring local and NYC-based...
Astoria Point Construction Finished on Astoria Boulevard
The new apartment building at 21-07 Astoria Boulevard is officially done. Named Astoria Point, the 11-story building...
NYC Ferry Career Fair on February 10
Looking for a job with training and opportunities to work on the river? NYC Ferry is hosting...
New Early Voting Location for AD36 Special Election
If you usually early vote at the Variety Boys and Girls Club, please note that the location...
Resuming Programs at the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens
Good news, Astoria neighbors! After-school programs are resuming starting this past Monday, January 12 at the following...
Apply for the 2026 Queens Community Board
Applications for the Queens Community Board are now open. Community boards are historically where local residents get...
Who Will Replace Mamdani in the NY State Assembly
If you plan on attending in-person, please RSVP. OANA is hosting a community debate for candidates running...
Astoria in the Spotlight
In the wake of Zohran Mamdani’s recent win, the French newspaper Le Monde published an in-depth feature...
New Somatic Healing Group at Green Space
Dance Entropy recently announced a new Somatic Healing Group that will be running this winter and spring....
January at the Noguchi
Astoria neighbors: we recently received the Noguchi’s monthly newsletter and wanted to share some updates with you....
Christmas Tree Recycling and Mulching at Astoria Park
NYC Parks’ will be running its annual Mulchfest rover the next couple weeks, offering an opportunity for...
A Brief Recap: NYC Council Housing Bills
On December 18, 2025, the NYC Council passed a package of housing-focused bills aimed at making City-subsidized...
Join the District 22 Participatory Budgeting Civic Assembly (Feb 7th)
Council Member Tiffany Cabán’s office is holding a Participatory Budgeting Civic Assembly for District 22 on February...
Variety Boys & Girls Club Astoria Temporarily Closing for Renovation
The Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens has announced that its Astoria Clubhouse will be temporarily...
Astoria Library Begins Major Renovation
The Astoria Library, a cornerstone of our community for decades, has officially begun a major renovation. The...
Housing Lottery Now Open for Nova Astoria on 35th Avenue
A new affordable housing opportunity has opened in Astoria with the launch an housing lottery for an...
Weatherization Workshop with New York Power Authority (Dec 18th)
The New York Power Authority and St. George’s Episcopal Church are hosting a free, hands-on Weatherization Workshop...
December at Green Space
This December Green Space is presenting a really exciting lineup that we would like to share with...
[Op-Ed] Thoughts on 31st Street Bike Lane Ruling: Safety and Planning Come First
The recent ruling ordering the removal of the 31st Street bike lanes has been described as a...
Weatherization Workshop with New York Power Authority (Dec 11th)
The New York Power Authority and St. George’s Episcopal Church are hosting a free, hands-on Weatherization Workshop...
[PETITION] Make Telehealth Permanent for Medicare and All Insurers
Sign the petition here. Telehealth has become a lifeline for countless people in our community — seniors,...
Con Edison Community Resources Conference (Dec 9th)
Con Edison will host its next Virtual Community Resources Conference on Tuesday, December 9, from 10 AM...
Rebuilding the Shoreline at Socrates
Socrates Sculpture Park has announced an important project that will directly benefit Old Astoria and our waterfront...
December Events and Family Fun at the Noguchi
The Noguchi Museum recently released its December schedule, offering a full month of exhibitions and programs for...
Mentors on the Move 4 Life 3rd Annual Holiday Gala (Dec 16th)
Mentor on the Move 4 Life is celebrating its 3rd Annual Gala, bringing the community together for...
Astoria’s Jeff Angell Recognized for Inspiring Music Therapy
OANA is proud to highlight the outstanding work of Astoria resident Jeff Angell, a Creative Arts Therapy...
Senator Kristen Gonzalez Hosts Senior Resource Fair at Queensbridge Houses (Dec 4th)
The Office of State Senator Kristen Gonzalez is hosting a Senior Resource Fair on Thursday, December 4,...
Permits Filed for New Mixed-Use Development on Main Avenue
Permits have been filed for a six-story mixed-use building at 9-20 Main Avenue in Astoria, bringing 53...
Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for 14–41 Broadway
A new affordable housing lottery is now open for 14–41 Broadway, an eight-story mixed-use building adding 30...
Op-Ed: Roosevelt Island Planning Must Include Western Queens
OANA has released a new op-ed responding to the announcement extending the Roosevelt Island master lease to...
Rally and City Council Hearing on Improving Parks Bathrooms and Drinking Fountains (Nov 24th)
On Monday, November 24 at 12pm, New Yorkers will gather in Foley Square to call attention to...
OANA December Meeting on Roosevelt Island, Health & Safety (Dec 18th, 6:30 PM)
Join Our Live Virtual Meeting on Roosevelt Island, Telehealth and Saftey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ish4WzBOJg OANA is pleased to announce...
23rd Ave Restaurant Row Food Crawl
Astoria food lovers, mark your calendars for the 23rd Ave Restaurant Row Food Crawl on Tuesday, Nov....
Events and Performances at Green Space This Weekend
Green Space in Long Island City continues to be a hub for innovative performance and local artists....
NYC Ferry Route Updates Coming December 8th
We’re excited to share that big changes are coming to NYC Ferry! The East River route will...
Plans for Astoria Park Tennis Bubble Under Review
Community discussions are underway about potentially covering the tennis courts at Astoria Park with a bubble or...
Telehealth Access and Medicare
OANA is working with Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s office to reverse the unnecessary and harmful rollback of Medicare-covered...
Opportunity to Become a Lifeguard!
NYC Parks is now recruiting lifeguards for summer 2025. Like last year, this is a great opportunity...
Saturday Night Arts at the Maspeth Town Hall (Nov 15th)
We are excited to share details about the upcoming Saturday Arts Night at the Maspeth Town Hall...
November at the Noguchi
Final Day: Temitayo Ogunbiyi: You Will Wonder If We Would Have Been FriendsDon’t miss this interactive exhibition...
City Harvest Food Distribution for Federal Workers This Saturday in Queens
City Harvest will host a free food distribution for federal workers and contractors affected by the government...
Upcoming QEDC Business Workshops
OANA is excited to share a lineup of upcoming business workshops hosted by the Queens Economic Development...