Dear Friends,

It is a pleasure to have the opportunity to send best wishes to all who contributed to this Official Guide to Queens: 2004 and to the many readers who each year look forward to such a valuable publication.

Our State’s greatness is attributable to its large, vibrant multicultural population. Nowhere is the diversity of our people more visible than in the wonderful communities in and around New York City, such as the Borough of Queens. It remains one of the most dynamic areas of the metropolitan region and a vibrant cultural and social center.

An enriching lifestyle invites people from around the world to visit and continuously attracts new residents. The Queens Tribune has long had an integral role in keeping this growing community informed about local events and about the endless availability of resources for business, pleasure, entertainment and education.
Its many outstanding institutions and facilities not only make Queens a great place to live or spend an afternoon, but also exemplify the pride of its citizens. Those who take the time to read the 2004 Guide are sure to benefit from this directory of people and places who add to the overall success of your community. Providing a summary of cultural, educational and recreational venues, this publication also highlights the unique sites and sounds that characterize life in Queens and that offer something for persons of every interest and pastime.

Special congratulations to the editors and staff who work hard to put together this fine annual edition.

New York State Governor George E. Pataki