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John's Queens, NY Blog March 2009 Archive

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

Wood Memorial

Monday March 30, 2009
In just a few days it's the 85th running of the Wood Memorial, the premier race at Aqueduct in South Ozone Park. The Wood Memorial is a leg of ... Read More

Weekend Events in Queens — March 27-29, 2009

Thursday March 26, 2009
Friday Orange Crush Band at Woodhaven House The Exonerated - York College Theatre - Friday and Saturday Red Metal Mailbox at Chocolate Factory Theater - Through Saturday Saturday Going Green In Queens ... Read More

Astorian Weekend Edition - March 25 By Meg of Joey in Astoria

Wednesday March 25, 2009
Thursday brings us the Carnaval a Brick Cafe, a fashion show featuring local designers. Stop by to check out the goods, have a drink, and maybe even buy something! ... Read More

Where in Queens? One More Bridge

Sunday March 22, 2009
Photo (c) John Roleke You got last week's bridge without a hitch. How about this week's? Name this bridge, park, and neighborhood in the comments.

Weekend Events in Queens — March 20-22, 2009

Thursday March 19, 2009
Friday Opening: Anything Goes at Queens College - Through March 29 Ai Lof Niu Yorr - screening of Un Titán en el Ring at New MexEcu Mechanic - via Queens Museum ... Read More

Astorian Weekend Edition - March 18 By Foodista of Joey in Astoria

Wednesday March 18, 2009
As the weather gets warmer, I’m noticing a lot more fun weekend options. This weekend promises a rich offering of haps from a cool photo exhibit to a rockin’ heavy metal night. This Thursday ... Read More

Name That Bridge - Where in Queens?

Wednesday March 18, 2009
Photo (c) Zachary Korb Can you name the bridge, the park, and the neighborhood? Say so in the comments.

Sripraphai in Woodside: Still Insanely Popular

Sunday March 15, 2009
Photo (c) John Roleke Saturday night in Woodside this past weekend I could understand the crowds in the Irish pubs getting prepped for St. Pat's and the bagpipe splinter group high ... Read More

Weekend Events in Queens — March 13-15, 2009

Thursday March 12, 2009
Top Pick of the Weekend Phagwah Parade in Richmond Hill - Happy Holi! Friday 3rd Ecuadorian Film Festival in New York: Views from the middle of the World - at Queens Museum of ... Read More

Astorian Weekend Edition - March 12 By Sooz of Joey in Astoria

Thursday March 12, 2009
Party into the weekend on Thursday at the LIC Community Boathouse 2009 Fundraiser Party, from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Foundry (42-38 Ninth St, LIC). Also on Thursday, Waltz Astoria ... Read More

Limited Slots for Inexpensive Day Camp in NYC Parks

Wednesday March 11, 2009
NYC Urban Park Rangers are accepting applications for this summer's Junior Rangers Day Camp. It a low cost ($65) opportunity for your child (8-11 years-old) to spend the summer weeks ... Read More

Where in Queens? All That Glitters Is ...

Tuesday March 10, 2009
Photo (c) Vidiot Do you know where this glittering shop is located? Do you know the neighborhood? The street? Then go to the comments. By the way, last week's puzzle was ... Read More

Easter Celebrations in Queens

Monday March 9, 2009
Easter isn't until April 12 this year -- well into spring -- so it should be a nice, warm Sunday. Check our list of Easter activities, both children's ... Read More

Richmond Hill - Quick Tour of the Queens Neighborhood

Sunday March 8, 2009
Photo (c) John Roleke Richmond Hill was one of the first suburban developments in Queens, back in the 19th century. It's still a large neighborhood of houses and trees, but to ... Read More

Weekend Events in Queens — March 6-8, 2009

Thursday March 5, 2009
Friday Top Pick LIC Art Exhibit Openings, Receptions and Open Studios - In association with the Annual Armory Show Art Fair RoCoCoPoP at DEAN PROJECT - opening - Through March 22 Al Oerter ... Read More

Where in Queens? Two Buildings Somewhere in Queens

Wednesday March 4, 2009
Photo (c) Alex Segreti Can you place this one? And both buildings? I did blur the words on the building to make it a little harder for you. This photo is courtesy ... Read More

Astorian Weekend Edition - March 4 By Meg of Joey in Astoria

Wednesday March 4, 2009
The beer garden (29-19 24th Ave) continues its Thursday night jazz performances. Music starts at 6 p.m., most likely downstairs in the restaurant (once it warms up, it'll no ... Read More

Snow for Your Monday Commute

Monday March 2, 2009
Winter is calling it a comeback. The National Weather Service predicts New York City will get a foot of snow overnight. Schools and businesses across the region were ... Read More

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