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John's Queens, NY Blog July 2008 Archive

By John Roleke, About.com Guide to Queens, NY since 2003

Weekend Events in Queens — August 1-3, 2008

Thursday July 31, 2008
Friday Jamaica Jazz - York College Summer Jazz Program Plays the Supreme Court in Jamaica - Young musicians, got to love them. Tom Zlabinger at York College does a ... Read More

Astorian Weekend Edition - July 31, 2008 By Meg of Joey in Astoria

Thursday July 31, 2008
I love summer! There's always so much to do. Here is selection of things for the weekend: Comedy in Queens: The Secret Theatre (44-02 23rd St, LIC, 718-392-0304) ... Read More

Queens Eats, Restaurant Roundup - Akti Seafood Restaurant, Tournesol, Pharoh Café, Cedars Meat House, Ipanema Girl

Wednesday July 30, 2008
Update - Let the Meals Begin: Finding Beijing in Flushing - 20 Great Things to Eat in Flushing, Queens [NY Times] Recently on About.com: Ukus - My Queens Restaurant Tip Best ... Read More

What's Your Favorite Outdoor Spot in Queens?

Sunday July 27, 2008
Did you change your vacation plans this summer and keep them closer to home? Gas prices have kept my family from a long car trip this summer, and so ... Read More

Weekend Events in Queens — July 25-27, 2008

Thursday July 24, 2008
Friday "Elwood Bunn's Country Jubilee" - Country Music Barn Dance at Flushing Town Hall QMA's Passport Fridays - Morocco Fresh Air Flicks: Bee Movie at Queensbridge Park BR and Timebomb with Sound Frontier at ... Read More

Astorian Weekend Edition - July 23, 2008 By Foodista of Joey in Astoria

Thursday July 24, 2008
From a new pet boutique to music and movie events, Astoria and LIC have it going on this weekend. Check out Summer Restaurant Week in Queens at high-end Water's Edge Restaurant ... Read More

Ukus - My Queens Restaurant Tip

Wednesday July 23, 2008
A Reader Writes I've got a restaurant in Queens that I've become a fan of to recommend to you. It's a Bosnian restaurant on 30th Avenue near 42nd Street in ... Read More

Queens Eats, Restaurant Roundup - Dee Thai Restaurant, Pa'Oun, Poodam's, Arepas Cafe, Xinjiang Lamb Skewer, Upi Jaya

Wednesday July 23, 2008
NY Mag's Eat Cheap 2008 is out and recommends a few in Queens Rising Thai Dee Thai Restaurant (46-17 Queens Blvd, Sunnyside, 718-786-3137), Pa'Oun (53-21 Roosevelt Ave, Woodside, 718-205-6063), and Poodam's ... Read More

Make the Most of Your Summer - Top 10 Summer in Queens

Sunday July 20, 2008
Summer is marching along, in spite of the heat...well, or because of the heat. This July and August there's even more reason to keep your weekends local, as gas ... Read More

Weekend Events in Queens — July 18-20, 2008

Thursday July 17, 2008
Top Pick of the Weekend Colombian Independence Day Festival - Biggest Party at Flushing Meadows Corona Park Friday Karaoke at Forest Park Bandshell CityParks Dance: Transports Exceptionnels at Socrates Highland Park Youth ... Read More

Astorian Weekend Edition - July 17, 2008 By Sooz of Joey in Astoria

Thursday July 17, 2008
Start the weekend in song. The 2008 Waterfront Concert Series starts up tonight with 1910 Fruitgum Company at 7:30 p.m. Bring a blanket to the Astoria Park lawn (Shore Blvd. ... Read More

Queens Eats, Restaurant Roundup - My Kitchen, Luna de Juarez, Winegasm, El Anzuelo Fino

Wednesday July 16, 2008
Note - Bistro 33 is closed this Friday, during the filming of an Ugly Betty episode in the Astoria eatery. Look for Bistro 33 on ABC this ... Read More

Billy Joel Sings Farewell to Shea Stadium

Sunday July 13, 2008
Long Island's own Billy Joel comes to Shea Stadium this Wednesday and Friday to sing farewell. Next year Citi Field will replace Shea as the home of the ... Read More

Weekend Events in Queens — July 11-13, 2008

Thursday July 10, 2008
Top Picks of the Weekend Cruise Up Newtown Creek - Boat Trip Up Forgotten Queens-Brooklyn Waterway MLS ¡Futbolito! Soccer Tournament and Festival at Flushing Meadows - 4 v. 4 soccer tournament ... Read More

Astorian Weekend Edition - July 10, 2008 By Meg of Joey in Astoria

Thursday July 10, 2008
This weekend provides a number of opportunities to contribute to your community! First, on Saturday is the Shoreline Cleanup at Astoria Park. From 1 to 4 p.m., ... Read More

Queens Eats, Restaurant Roundup - Dominick's Hot Dog Truck, Zlata Praha, Renee's Kitchenette

Wednesday July 9, 2008
Ed Levine's Updated Guide to the Best Hot Dogs in NYC [Serious Eats] Will wonders never cease. True news to me is Dominick's Hot Dog Truck (Woodhaven Blvd, near ... Read More

To the LIC Waterfront

Sunday July 6, 2008
Did you see the fireworks from Long Island City this July 4? The crowds were big; there's no secret to the spots any more. Unfortunately, the fireworks barges ... Read More

Weekend Events in Queens — July 4-6, 2008

Thursday July 3, 2008
Happy Independence Day! - Top Pick of the Weekend Enjoy the Fireworks - July 4 in Queens Friday Groovin’ on the Green - Live music at Atlas Park mall Fireworks on the East ... Read More

Astorian Weekend Edition - July 3, 2008 By Foodista of Joey in Astoria

Thursday July 3, 2008
Not sure about your plans for the 4th? Although this weekend may be quiet in the city, there are plenty of fun haps in Astoria. Visit the Bohemian Hall ... Read More

Queens Eats, Restaurant Roundup - Cedars Meat House, Korean Pizza, Soy Bean Chen Flower Shop, Lucky Mojo, Best Food Carts, and Grilling in Queens

Wednesday July 2, 2008
Need a Makanek? Try Cedars Meat House [Village Voice] Meaty pastries, pita sandwiches spread with garlicy mayo, and even better the grilled kebabs and sausages, all courtesy of a Lebanese "grocery, ... Read More

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