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...
OANA Meeting: 2025 Ballot Initiative & Queens Economic Development
Understanding the Upcoming NYC Charter Ballot Initiatives: What’s at Stake for Housing and the Future of Our...
Halloween Harvest Festival at Socrates Sculpture Park (Oct 25th)
OANA invites you to celebrate the season at the Halloween Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2025,...
Variety Boys and Girls Club Silent Auction
OANA is excited to share the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens’ 70th Anniversary Gala Silent...
Grant Opportunity Deadline for NYC Artists and Cultural Nonprofits
New York City has announced a major increase in cultural funding to support individual artists, creative collectives,...
New Unlimited 2-Day NYC Ferry Ticket Now Available
NYC Ferry has launched a new, affordable way to enjoy the NYC Ferry for the weekend with...
Upcoming Community Programs at The Noguchi Museum
OANA recently received The Noguchi Museum’s calendar of upcoming events. From mindfulness sessions and sound healing to...
Op-Ed: Don’t Pull the Plug on Telehealth
Old Astoria Neighborhood Association has just published an op-ed urging Congress to restore full Medicare coverage for virtual...
Parks 2030 Mayoral Platform Briefing (October 22)
New Yorkers for Parks is hosting a virtual Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, October 22 from 12–1...
October OANA Online Meeting (October 23 at 6:30 PM)
2025 Ballot Initiative: Big Changes to NYC Government? Watch on YouTube Watch on Facebook Segment 1 Queens...
Moroccan Soccer Supporters at Whitey Ford Field
Friends of Whitey Ford Field would like to express our thanks to Nelson Santiago, Co-founder of NYC...
October at Socrates Sculpture Park
OANA is happy to share Socrates Sculpture Park’s October calendar, filled with free, community-focused events by our...
Paid Teen Leadership Program at The Noguchi
The Noguchi Museum in Long Island City is now accepting applications for its Teen Advisory Board (TAB),...
$1 Million Investment Announced for Steinway Street
Great news! Queens Borough President Donovan Richards has announced a $1 million investment to enhance safety and...
October at the Noguchi
This month at the Noguchi there will be tons of great events for you, your family and...
Astoria Park 4th Classic Car Show (Oct 11th)
OANA is thrilled to be a co-sponsor of the 4th Annual Astoria Park Classic Car Show happening...
LL97 Compliance Webinar: What Building Owners Need to Know (Oct 9th)
As 2025 comes to an end, New York City building owners and managers should be making sure...
New Residential Development Planned for 21–69 Shore Blvd
A new residential project is in the works Astoria’s waterfront. Permits have been filed for a four-story...
October at Green Space
This October, Greenspace will feature two exciting dance events: Take Root and Fertile Ground: New Works Showcase....
October Updates from Central Astoria
OANA wanted to share some highlights from the recent Central Astoria newsletter: Community Events Oct 4, 10AM–12PM:...
NYC Makes It Easier to Build Backyard and Basement Apartments
Homeowners can now apply to build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) thanks to the City of Yes legislation,...
Briefing by Port Authority Regarding Energy Storage Batteries
On September 18, 2025, OANA hosted a virtual meeting with the Port Authority of New York and...
Liquor Licenses Now Available to More Business Types
In a recent announcement from the NYC Hospitality Alliance, we learned that the NY State Liquor Authority...
Queens Climate Expo (Sept 27th)
Please come by the Queens Climate Expo this Saturday, Sept 27, 4–7 PM at the NY Hall...
Give Feedback on DSNY’s Citywide Containerization Plan
The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) has launched a new initiative to containerize trash citywide, moving waste off...
September 2025 at Socrates Sculpture Park
We are excited to share some details about events happening at Socrates Sculpture Park this September. The...
New Housing Lottery Open for 21 Units at 21-07 Astoria Boulevard
A new housing lottery recently launched for 21 affordable units at 21-07 Astoria Blvd. where rents start...
MTA Accessibility Webinar Today (Sept 11th)
Join State Senator Kristen Gonzalez and the MTA today (Sept 11th) at 12 PM for a webinar...
NYC Ferry Fall Schedule Changes
Starting Monday, September 8th, the NYC Ferry will start its Fall 2025 schedule. Below are the main...
Another First at Whitey Ford Field
Last Friday, August 29th, the Old Astoria Neighborhood Association, Hydro-Quebec, and Champlain-Hudson Power Express were proud to...
September Events at the Noguchi
September Events at the Noguchi This September, The Noguchi Museum invites the community to explore new exhibitions...
Green Space Presents: Take Root 2025–2026 Season
OANA is excited to highlight Green Space’s Take Root 2025–2026 Season, a dance series that supports both...
Contracting Opportunity for NYC Companies in Offshore Wind
NYC companies can now apply for a free Offshore Wind Supply Chain Roadmap through the We Source...
The Future Looks Great for Socrates
Exciting news from Socrates Sculpture Park! We’re excited to share some incredible news: Socrates Sculpture Park has...
[Op-Ed] Stop Calling It a Flip-Flop — Changing Your Mind Is Leadership
Every election cycle, voters say they want leaders who listen and follow the facts. Yet when an...
Have Your Say: NY Power Authority’s Draft Strategic Plan Virtual Hearings & Comments
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has released its Draft Updated Strategic Plan, outlining major new renewable...
Halletts Point Waterfront Esplanade Now Open to the Public
OANA is excited to share that the Halletts Point Waterfront Esplanade, a 58,000-square-foot public space, is open...
Legal Challenge Halts 31st Street Bike Lane Project
According to a recent QNS article, the State Supreme Court has issued a temporary injunction preventing NYC...
Council Member Cabán’s Community Visioning Open House Series
Council Member Tiffany Cabán’s is hosting a series of open house sessions at local Astoria libraries. Check...
Paid Internship with AOC this Fall
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s office is accepting applications for a paid fall internship. The program is open to...
Field of Dreams Movie Night
We are happy to announce we have secured the first-ever permit to show a movie at Whitey...
NYPD Queens Back-to-School Celebration (August 12th)
OANA is happy to share an upcoming community event hosted by the NYPD Community Outreach Division. Families...
August at Socrates: Music, Movement, and Moments in the Park
August is one of our favorite months at Socrates Sculpture Park. From golden-hour sunsets to live performances...
August Events at the Noguchi
This August, The Noguchi Museum continues to reimagine the boundaries between art, play, and community through a...
The Old Astoria Neighborhood Association, Friends of Whitey Ford Field and Hydro Quebec support the NYC Rising Stars Home Run Derby at Whitey Ford Field
This year is the 25th anniversary of the renaming of Astoria Athletic Field to Whitey Ford Field...
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone—TONIGHT! (July 28th)
Calling all Harry Potter fans! Join us for Central Astoria Local Development Coalition’s screening of Harry Potter...
Celebrate the Opening of The Socrates Annual 2025! (Sept 12th)
Join us at Socrates Sculpture Park on September 12th for an evening of live music by Las...
Kayaking at Hallets Cove Brings Neighbors Together
This past Saturday, July 20th, local residents had a chance to enjoy free kayaking at Hallets Cove...
Updates & More Summer Events at Socrates
This July at Socrates Sculpture Park has been a month of legacy, creativity, and community. Shaun Leonardo,...
Learn About Proposed Changes to NYC Ferry (July 21st)
The NYC Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) is hosting a virtual Public Information Session to present proposed changes...
Summer Game Days at Hallets Cove Playground
Join the Hallets Playground Alliance Saturdays and Sundays, July 12–August 24, from 12–4pm at Hallets Cove Playground...
NYC Ferry Summer Updates
As of June 30, 2025, NYC Ferry has updated its summer. Check out the latest changes below:...
Movies Under the Stars by Astoria Park Alliance presents Jurassic Park (July 18th)
Join Astoria Park Alliance for a special Movies Under the Stars screening of Jurassic Park on Friday,...
[Op-Ed] OneLIC And Affordable Housing
OANA has released a new op-ed that shares its support for the OneLIC rezoning plan, emphasizing the...
Rainey Park in Astoria Reopens After $8.5 Million Upgrade
Good news for Astoria! Rainey Park has reopened after an $8.5 million makeover and a lovely ribbon...
Summer Happenings at the Noguchi
The Noguchi Museum has shared their July schedule, and as always it’s full of free programs, art...
[CANCELLED] Live Music at The Noguchi: mmeadows Performs July 13
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED Sunday, July 13th, mmeadows, an experimental alt-pop duo, will be performing at...
Summer Celebrations at Socrates Sculpture Park
Socrates Sculpture Park has a full and exciting schedule this July. From Pride celebrations to the Summer...
New Residential Development Planned for 30-11 12th Street in Astoria
Permits have been filed for a new nine-story residential building at the vacant lot at 30-11 12th...
Home Run Derby in Astoria (July 23rd)
Calling all young sluggers! Think you’ve got the power to go yard? Original date Postponed due to...
Astoria Park Pool Opening June 27th!
Ready for the pool yet? It’s starting to heat up! Opening June 27th, the pool’s hours are...
Summer Solstice & Events at Socrates
On Friday, June 20th, Socrates Sculpture Park will be hosting an evening of events celebrating Summer Solstice,...
Attend Con Edison’s Virtual Community Resources Conference (June 17)
OANA encourages all Astoria residents to attend Con Edison’s upcoming Summer Community Resources Conference, happening virtually on...
Queens Bus Network Redesign Officially Launches June 29
Phase 1 of the MTA’s redesigned Queens Bus Network goes into effect on June 29 and will...
Join us at Astoria Park for the Independence Day Fireworks Show — June 26th!
Please mark your calendars for the Central Astoria’s Independence Day Celebration on June 26th at 7:30 PM....
Enroll in the Upcoming Port Authority Summer STEM Program for Free
The Port Authority of NY & NJ is offering a free summer STEM program at the Astoria...
[CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN] Astoria Park jazz Concert Leads Off the Queens Jazz Trail Concert Series (June 19th)
JUNE 19TH CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN Queens Jazz Trail Concert Series Do you love Jazz, good weather...
Join us for a Community Voting Session for Participatory Budgeting in NYC!
OANA is hosting a virtual People’s Money vote session this June as part of NYC’s participatory budgeting...
June at Socrates Sculpture Park
OANA invites you to enjoy a season of events at Socrates Sculpture Park for public art and...
Opening June 18 at the Noguchi – You will wonder if we would have been friends by Temitayo Ogunbiyi
This month, on June 18, a new exhibit is opening at The Noguchi Museum by Nigeria-based artist...
Family-Friendly Summer Events at The Noguchi Museum
Every month the Noguchi Museum hosts a series of free and low-cost family events. June events feature...
Movies Under the Stars Night Kicks off With Wicked (June 6th)
Astoria Park Alliance is kicking off their summer movie season with Wicked! You can catch it this...
Astoria Senior Center Rezoning Op-Ed
OANA has released a new op-ed arguing in support of the proposed rezoning at 32-07 31st Street—an...
Join Council Member Cabán for a Community Visioning Workshop (June 2nd)
OANA invites you to take part in an upcoming Community Visioning Workshop hosted by Council Member Tiffany...
Call for Queens-Based Artists: Join the International Human Rights Art Festival!
Calling All Queens-Based Artists! The International Human Rights Art Festival (IHRAF) is seeking Queens-based artists to perform...
Train the Trainer Fishing Program at Hallets Cove (June 2nd)
🎣 Train the Trainer: Community Fishing Leadership Program OANA invites you to a free training session designed...
Happy Summer Astoria—Summer Day in Astoria Park
Summer has arrived in Astoria. We recently took some photos of a beautiful Summer Day in Astoria...
Op-Ed: Tax Smarter: Reward Investment, Not Self-Enrichment
The following op ed is about a general topic, not specific to the Old Astoria Neighborhood Association (OANA)’s...
NYPA Weatherization Workshop With OANA
OANA was privileged to host the New York Power Authority’s event Adult Energy Literacy Workshop in Astoria! Taking...
NYC Ferry Summer 2025 Schedule Updates
Heads up, Astoria and Long Island City ferry riders! A new Summer schedule will be going into...
Socrates Sculpture Park News & Updates For May
OANA is very excited to share that The Socrates Annual 2025 season is launching soon at Socrates...
Celebrate 40 Years of The Noguchi Museum
This month marks four decades since Isamu Noguchi opened his museum in Long Island City, which began...
OneLIC Plan Enters Public Review
The public review process (ULURP) for the OneLIC Neighborhood Plan has officially begun, and it’s time for...
Upcoming Family Events at The Noguchi Museum for May 2025
OANA is always happy to share upcoming events at the Noguchi. We recently received a schedule of...
Princess Anna of Byzantium: The Rock Musical (May 10th)
Princess Anna of Byzantium: The Rock Musical is coming to Astoria on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, 6:30...
Queens Small Business Expo Comes to Astoria (May 8)
We are excited to share with you that the Queens Chamber of Commerce and the NYC Department...
New Micro-Hubs Program Brings Potential Relief to 31st Street Congestion
NYC DOT recently launched the micro-hub pilot program to tackle the growing congestion caused by delivery trucks,...
[Op-Ed] Safety for All on 31st Street Requires More Than a Bike Lane
OANA supports the 31st Street bike lane project—if key conditions are met. Above all, we must ensure...
Celebrate Astoria’s Diversity at the 2025 International Cultural Fest! (April 27th)
OANA invites you to celebrate our community’s rich cultural heritage at the 11th Annual International Cultural Fest!...
Con Ed Starts Work on New “Reliable Clean City” Project
The project kicked off on April 18 and aims to connect the Vernon Substation near the LIC...
Astoria Blvd Food Crawl (May 3rd)
OANA is one of the proud of the event below! Please check it out and RSVP—space is...
Get a Free AC or Fan Through NYC’s Cooling Assistance Program
The NYC Cooling Assistance Benefit opened on April 15, offering free air conditioners or fans to eligible...
Celebrate Earth Month at Socrates Sculpture Park (April 19th)
Join us this Saturday, April 19 at Socrates Sculpture Park for the 4th Annual Earth Month Convergence...
New Compost Distribution Site Coming to Astoria
Due to a huge increase in compostable material collected, the DSNY has opened a new compost distribution...
Whitey Ford Field Cleanup Recap
OANA joined Friends of Whitey Ford Field in one of the largest local park cleanups in recent...
Celebrate 25 Years of Art and Community at the Socrates Sculpture Park Gala
The 25th Socrates Sculpture Park Gala is happening Thursday, June 5, 2025, from 6:30–9:30 PM at Mark...
DOT to Add Protected Bike Lanes Under 31st Street Subway Tracks in Astoria
Plans are in the works to install protected bike lanes underneath the N train on 31st Street....
April Updates for Socrates Sculpture Park
OANA recently received Socrates Sculpture Park’s April newsletter and we’re excited to share highlights of their upcoming...
Public Hearings Set on Con Ed’s Proposed Rate Hike (April 8th & 9th)
OANA President Richard Khuzami joined various Queens community leaders at a press event regarding the 16% proposed...
Cleanup and Gardening at Astoria Park with Astoria Park Alliance (April 19th)
Beautiful weather is back at Astoria Park and it’s time to get your hands dirty. Join Astoria...
Paid Studio Intensive for Teens at The Noguchi Museum
OANA is excited to share information about Making Your Mark, a new studio art intensive at The...
Pitch In For Parks
The Old Astoria Neighborhood Association (OANA) joined Friends of Whitey Ford Field (FOWFF) in the largest park...
Tribute to Spiro Cardamis (April 11th)
Join us at Chiotes Hall on Friday (April 11th, at 8 PM) for The Maestro! Spiro Cardamis:...
The Fruitfulness Of Poetry Weekly Sessions
Join HANAC and From Roots to Arts for weekly poetry sessions at HANAC Astoria Cornerstone, located at...
Martha Graham & Dinner at the Noguchi (May 9th)
We are excited to share with our community that the Martha Graham Dance Company will be performing...
Mixed Use Building Permits Filed for a Vacant Lot on 12th Street
Permits have been filed for a new eight-story mixed-use building at 35-10 12th Street. This lot is...
Update on Composting Rules—Now Mandatory!
Composting is now mandatory in NYC. This means you must separate yard waste, food scraps, and food-soiled...
Op-Ed: Property Taxes, Housing, and the City of Yes
This op-ed delves into why property tax reform is the missing piece for making NYC’s “City of...
NYC Ferry Spring Schedule Update (March 31st)
The NYC Ferry’s Spring 2025 schedule goes into effect Monday, March 31 with a few notable changes:...
New Housing Lottery at 20 and 30 Halletts Point
Astoria Neighbors—a housing lottery is now open for at 20 and 30 Halletts Point for 31 affordable...
Friends of Whitey Ford Field Hosts Pitch in For Parks! (March 29th)
[Photo credit Phyllis Sharp] The Old Astoria Neighborhood Association is proud to support Friends Of Whitey Ford...
Free Tax Prep & Scam Prevention Workshop This Weekend (March 15th)
Senator Kristen Gonzalez is hosting a free Tax Preparation and Scam Prevention Workshop in partnership with the...
Join Us for the Hallets Playground Alliance Spring Fundraiser (March 27th)
OANA invites our neighbors and community members to support a great cause. On Thursday, March 27, 2025,...
Socrates Sculpture Park March Newsletter
[photo credit Socrates Sculpture Park Newsletter] The Socrates Sculpture Park March newsletter highlights the area’s rich history,...
Join the Astoria Street Tree Care Event on March 15!
Help us keep Astoria Beautiful! On Saturday, March 15, from 10 AM to 12 PM, join NYC...
New Housing Lottery at 31-61 Vernon Boulevard
[photo credit YIMBY] Astoria residents can now apply for a new affordable housing lottery at 31-61 Vernon...
Halletts Point Gets $135 Million Investment from Affinius Capital
Astoria residents, you may recall that leasing began at 20 and 30 Halletts Point in January. Now,...
Free Webinar: How to Grow an Audience on Social Media (Feb 19th)
Join Astoria Storefronts and @SamBameatstheworld on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST for a free...
Upcoming Changes to Queens Bus Stop Signs
As you might recall, the Queens Bus Network is currently undergoing a redesign, which we last discussed...
New Senior Housing Development Opens Lottery for Affordable Units
A new housing lottery has opened for seniors at the 7-story development located at 3-11 27th Ave....
Noguchi February Events and Day of Remembrance
(photo credit to the Noguchi Museum) We recently received the latest newsletter from The Noguchi Museum, which...
NYC Merchant Organizing Conference (Feb 11th)
Attention local merchants—you are invited to the first ever NYC Merchant Organizing Conference, hosted by the NYC...
Exciting AOC Internship Opportunity
Are you a college student or recent graduate interested in making a difference in your community? Alexandria...
When will Rainey Park Reopen? Playground, Picnic Grove, And Basketball Court Enhancements
After months of renovations and improvements, the gates of Rainey Park will be reopening tentatively in April...
Winter Highlights at Socrates Sculpture Park
For those unfamiliar, the Socrates Sculpture Park newsletter is a wonderful source of news, events, and updates...
Check Out NYC Comptroller’s Summer Internship Program
OANA is excited to share news about the NYC Comptroller’s Office Summer Internship Program, an excellent opportunity...
Astoria Filmmakers Festival Day 5 & 6
Hello, Astoria film enthusiasts! We are excited invite you to the final days of the Triborough Film...
New Development Coming to 11-08 Main Avenue
Permits have been filed for a new five-story mixed-use building at 11-08 Main Avenue. This project will...
Celebrate Lunar New Year with Family Programs at The Noguchi
This month the Noguchi is hosting a variety of family programs in celebration of the Lunar New...
New Housing Lottery at 3-11 27th Avenue
A new affordable housing lottery is now open for 3-11 27th Avenue, featuring 13 senior living units...
Neighborhood Rezoning: A Better Path for Astoria
In our latest op-ed, we argue that a Neighborhood rezoning in Astoria is a better path forward...
Op-Ed: How did the MENA community become classified as “White”
Last December, New York State enacted a law requiring agencies that collect demographic data to create new,...
E-Bike Trade-In Program for Food Delivery Workers
NYC’s DOT just launched an exciting new trade-in program for food delivery workers. With this new program,...