Best Places & Things
Whether it is the air conditioned air that pumps around this place – the Panorama at the Queens Museum of Art –the steam that rises off the grill tables at Shea Stadium or the musky smell that floats off the water at Flushing Bay during high tide, there are places and things throughout Queens that our readers have found to be the best.
Peruse the next few pages and see if some of them seem familiar. If they are, you may agree. If they are not, go find them and check it out for yourself.
Best places in queens 2007
Everyone is welcome at the Queens Botanical Garden |
Aging Gracefully
Silver Sneakers
@ Bell Plaza Sports Club
45-58 Bell Blvd.
“The Silver Sneakers exercise classes (for senior citizens) were recommended to me by a person attending physical therapy as I was at that time. I could not be more pleased. Silver Sneakers classes are run by first-rate instructors and are offered four days each week, which makes it very convenient to fit in with one’s personal schedule. Members can attend any or all classes, plus take advantage of all the physical fitness equipment on their three floors, at any time, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. A better deal is not to be found.”
Min Kantor
All Kinds Of Stuff
Austin Cards N Such
71-24 Austin St., Forest Hills
“Generous discounts on cards, etc. Big collection of stuffed animals, holiday items.”
Carol Biegel
All Your Needs
State Warehouse
33-46 Prince St., Flushing
“Most expansive line of auto parts in Queens.”
Mark Klein, Whitestone
An Old Standby
GC Stationery
81-10 37th Ave., Jackson Heights
“Great art materials and nice people in the store.”
Isabel Uselton
Officials gather along the embankment of Fort Totten. |
Anything You Want
Deegan’s Liquor
Jamaica Ave.
“Great selections.”
Roseann Zuba
Award Winning
Capo’s Trophies
79-13 Jamaica Ave., Woodhaven
“Great trophies, plaques.”
Harriet Gardner, Fresh Meadows
Basic Health
General Fitness
132-15A 14th Ave., College Point
“Great atmosphere and equipment. Clean and has a great price.”
Anthony Klein, Whitestone
Bayside Bounty
Fort Totten
Totten Rd. to 15 Rd., Cross Island Pkwy, Whitestone
“Fort Totten opened to the public only two years ago, but has an interesting military history dating back to the 19th century...not to mention beautiful waterfront views.”
Abigail Lootens
The Bronx Whitestone Bridge looks beautiful – day or night. |
Beautiful Blooms
Queens Botanical Gardens
43-50 Main St., Flushing
“It’s beautiful, educational, romantic and free.”
Terese Anthony
“Beautiful sights and flowers.”
Penny Betzios
Beautiful Views
Gardens in front yards
Astoria
“Makes it nice to walk in the street. Gives you something nice to look at.”
Scott Munson, Astoria
Brain Growth
Hall of Science ARC
Flushing Meadow Corona Park
“Great flea market, fun activities.”
Howard Weissman
Breathtaking View
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge at night
Over the East River
“At night it transforms into a dazzling necklace of bright lights to starkly illuminate the dark skies.”
Olga Landau
Brick & Mortar
Old Houses
All over Queens, but mostly in Astoria
“Nicer than new construction; a piece of history.”
Scott Munson, Astoria
Cheap Enough For You?
99 Cent Store
Crossbay Blvd.
“Everything is 99 cents. Save a lot of money.”
Helen Stepniewski
Wonder and amazement abound at the New York Hall of Science |
Classic Ambiance
Russo’s On The Bay
Crossbay Blvd.
“Beautiful, food is delicious. We have it all in Howard Beach.”
Gino Gabrelli, Woodhaven
Classic Cinema
Cinemart Movie Theater
Metropolitan Ave. and Ascan Ave., Forest Hills
“Great movie selections, intimate theater, price.”
Paul Toomey
Do My Do
Ben’s Beauty Salon
12-50 150th St., Whitestone
“Best hairdresser, good service.”
Beth Carter
Expand Your Mind
Sunnyside Branch Queens Library
43-06 Greenpoint Ave., Sunnyside
“Offers every interest one needs.”
Constance Bennett, Sunnyside
Feeling Crunchy?
Pole-Vision-Life-Strength Health Foods
189-07 Union Tpke., Flushing
“Knowledgeable staff, huge selection, very good prices”
Nayana Hein, Briarwood
Feeling Fit?
Queens Health Emporium
Fresh Meadows
“Best selection and prices for health food in the five boroughs.”
David Brandwein
Festival Fun
No. 7 International Arts Express
Jackson Heights Film and Food Festival
“The festival started in 2006. It highlights what Queens is really about and why Queens is so different than other boroughs. People from all kinds of ethnic backgrounds participated in the festival and shared the food, films and good times in our community. The festival was a huge success. We will have the second one in September 2007.”
Li Yu
The Cinemart is a classic Queens movie house. |
Ferocious Creatures
The Queens Zoo
Corona
“The Queens Zoo is an inexpensive safari available to everyone who makes the trip through the wilds of Flushing Meadow Park. Visit for the constantly expanding menagerie of wild animals. Pretend that you’re at the petting zoo for the kids. And cap off the adventure with a ride on the carousel.”
Mali Perl
Filled With Class
Lexington School
30th Ave. and 75th St., Jackson Heights
“Services for the deaf.”
Paula A. Bulhak, Bayside
Fishing For Answers
Mike’s Daily Fishing
Crossbay Blvd. and 159th St.
“Terrific and relaxing day, even for ladies.”
Helen Stepniewski
For Little Dogs?
Little Dog House
20-22 College Point Blvd., College Point
“Very committed to their business.”
Blair Brannock, Whitestone
For The Trees
Forest Park
Queens-Brooklyn
“Best place for solitude, hiking or a horseback ride.”
Cheryl Lifton
“A little oasis in a very busy county.”
Roseann Zuba
Check out Claire at the Queens Zoo. |
Get Connected
The Citiview Connection
42-15 Crescent St., Long Island City
The Goodwill Industries have provided for us the Citiview Connection, a recreational lounge, café and clubhouse for the mentally challenged. For those needing social restoration, therapeutic interaction and a place to go, the Citiview Connection is the place to be.
The physical interior setting consists of a living room, a large layout of offices, a room of computer workstations, which prove to be instrumental as an outstanding method for the progress of rehabilitative therapy, a billiard table, a television and a bookcase.
The Citiview café provides preparation, cooking, serving and kitchen clean-up for its members. The bi-monthly newsletter, called the Citiview Voices, encourages expression and is a creative, therapeutic outlet.
The extensive close-up view of the New York City skyline lends great atmosphere to the Queensborough Bridge area of LIC. The staff is highly qualified, plans trips to museums, movies, monthly birthday parties and festive holiday celebrations for the clubhouse members.
The staff is more than capable of instructing and advising therapeutically — it’s there to suggest and receive, making the Citiview Connection the best place in Queens.
Joseph Turrisi, Flushing
Get Dolled Up
Marracino Salon and Day Spa
152-67 10th Ave., Beechhurst
“Great manicures, pedicures, and hairstylists.”
Beth Carter
Get Yer Meat Here
College Meat Center
15-25 College Point Blvd., College Point
“High quality meats.”
Rose Schiavo, Whitestone
Go Explore
Richmond Hill Block Association
Richmond Hill
“Explorers Club, best summer camp and dedicated staff. Every community needs one.”
A. Spencer
Go For A Spin
Carousel
Woodhaven Blvd., near Myrtle Ave., Forest Park
“Daniel Mueller is generally recognized as the greatest wood-carver of carousel animals. One of his two surviving creations is in New York at Forest Park in Queens. This beautiful and historic merry-go-round is a timeless art piece and a joy for children.”
Abigail Lootens
Going Green
Farm Spot
Jackson Heights
“This non-profit organization run by volunteers provides the freshest organic vegetables from May to November to the local residents while supporting the local farmers in Long Island.”
Li Yu
A Good Education
St. Francis Prep
Horace Harding Expressway, Fresh Meadows
“The best teachers and education. Great achievements are made there!”
Penny Betzios
Good Neighbors
Citibank
81st Street and Roosevelt Ave., Jackson Heights
“Nice tellers, nice people.”
Isabel Uselton
Go for a ride on the carousel in Forest Park |
Gowood Or Go Home
Gowood Framing & Art Co.
72-21 Austin St., Forest Hills
“Besides picture framing, specializes in marquisite jewelry and other jewelry too. Prices reasonable.”
Carol Biegel
Grab Your Boards
Rockaway Surfing
Beach 87-91, Rockaway
“Rockaway Beach is currently home to the only surfing location in New York City, so it’s surf’s up at Beach 87-91, where the water is clean and the waves are awesome...dude.”
Abigail Lootens
Great Gowns
New York Wedding Plaza
43-18 Main St., Flushing
“A lot of pretty dresses and the people are really nice and helpful. Also, they have whole packages and good prices for weddings and parties at one-stop shopping.”
Jinxin Hu, Flushing
A Great Neighborhood
Jackson Heights
Northern Boulevard to Roosevelt Avenue and 69th Street to Junction Boulevard.
“The best design for an urban community. The historic district (between 37th Avenue and 34th Avenue and 75th to 88th Streets) is filled with trees and gardens on the streets and sidewalks. You feel as if you are walking in a big park. Everything that you need in your daily life is within walking distance. No need to spend money on gas and an SUV.
Li Yu
Great Savings
Associated Supermarket
44th Street and Greenpoint Avenue
“Super savings, every day.”
Constance Bennett, Sunnyside
The Gym That Could
The Little Gym
132-01 14th Avenue
“Nothing like this around!”
Susan Zanata, College Point
History, And Nothing Else
Quaker Meeting House
Northern Boulevard, Flushing
“It has a rich documentation of the history of Flushing. It also has fantastic architecture. “
Carol Kochta, Elmhurst
Hollywood Classic
Kaufman Studios, AMMI
Astoria
“Accessibility to great shows.”
Mr. and Mrs. Stover
I Do De-Claire
Claire’s
Bay Terrace
“From earrings to perfumes for all ages – just a great store.”
Penny Betzios
If You Want To Sing Out
The Oratorio Society of Queens
25-33 154th St., Flushing, Queensborough Community College for performances
“The Oratorio Society is the best amateur choral group in Queens, giving standing-ovation performances at Queenborough Cummunity College twice a year. Its cultural contributions to Queens throughout its 80 year history are notable. Artistic Director David Close,who is a multifaceted talented individual, motivates the group to strive for higher and higher goals. Bravo to Oratorio!”
Bob Weiss, Astoria
“Great music, great singers, great leadership! “
Charlene DeGregoria, Flushing
“They sound like the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and they’re right here in Queens.”
Mary E. Boyd, Bayside
“It gives incredibly high quality concerts and also donates performances for special audiences. It’s been around for 80 years!”
Anne Brueckner, Forest Hills
“This unique community chorus, and its wonderful director, Maestro David Close, not only brings beautiful music to the Queens Community, but provides a deep and abiding social connection for many Queens residents who sing in the chorus. Many of the members of the chorus are older citizens, and the Oratorio Society has become a place where they feel connected and cared about. Members share rides and recipes, visit one another when sick or isolated. The age range in the group goes from 16 to 92, and provides a wonderful meeting ground for people of diverse backgrounds and different generations. I have sung in many choral groups myself over the past 50 years and have never before encountered one that provided this kind of service to the community as a whole, in addition to the music!”
Dianne Harson, Bayside
“It is a Queens landmark that has been around for 80 years. It turns out two semi-professional concerts a season with standing room only. It brings the best of classical music to Queens.”
Kimberly McCaffrey, Forest Hills
“It is community based but the voices and professionalism of the group is world class.”
Lynne Thomas, Jamaica
“If you love to sing, or you love to hear good music sung well by people you know and love (like family members, friends and neighbors), and conducted by a maestro that makes “your heart sing” — there’s none better!”
Claire Bazinet, Flushing
“The Oratorio Society of Queens is led by Maestro David Close, a truly gifted conductor and music educator. His ongoing mission has been to bring classical music to Queens and make it accessible to all ages. The Oratorio Society has members drawn from high schools around the borough and senior citizens well into their 80s. If you can sing, match pitches and are willing to learn, David is there to teach you to perform some of the most incredible musical works in the Classical repertoire as well as modern arrangements. Because of the diversity of the members’ backgrounds and ages, the social atmosphere is friendly and supportive. The top rate performances of this chorus speak for themselves.”
Dorothea Brady, Woodhaven
“A wonderful choir under the leadership of David Close. The choir has been in existence for over 75 years. It is giving two concerts each year at Christmas and in May when it presents music by Handel, Beethoven, Mozart and others.”
Luise Schwabe, Jackson Heights
“Beautiful music at very low price right here in Queens. One of the best cultural gems in NY. Conductor David Close is outstanding. Very engaging speaker. Concerts are a wonderful treat. Audience gives a standing ovation and cries for encores.”
Ellen Quinn, Little Neck
“Provides Queens the opportunity to enjoy classical music along with more modern pieces presented in a beautiful hall at Queensborough Community College. Members of Oratorio enjoy a great learning experience and lasting friendships which develop during hours of rehearsal.”
Rosemary Harmon, Woodhaven
“They perform twice a year a great concert at the Queens Community College. Great singing, great conducting. Just excellent.”
Ursula Pikner, Jackson Heights
"Forming brilliant music, led by a wonderful conductor, David Close. On top of the fact that the music is wonderful, the group is an amazing family to be part of.”
Jessica Bauch, Bayside
“It is best because of the beautiful music it introduces to people who might not have an opportunity to hear a concert at another venue.”
Joanne M. Knetge, College Point
“The Oratorio Society of Queens conducted by Maestro David Close is one of the finest ways community members can come together to learn and sing classical and liturgical music and make it available to the Queens community at affordable prices.”
Carmen M. Hyman, Oakland Gardens
The Oratorio Society of Queens has been enlightening and entertaining the borough for decades. |
It Rings A Bell
Bell Plaza Sports Club
45-28 Bell Plaza
“Friendly, clean gym and great classes.”
Daniela Crocchiola, Bayside
“Great staff, always clean and extremely friendly.”
Hannah Bagell, Bayside
“Open 24 hours, great classes, cool staff.”
Keep On Dancing
Dance Factory NY
20-21 College Point Blvd., College Point
“Best dancing lessons in Queens.”
Ann Whyte
Library Wonders
Queens Library Flushing Branch
41-17 Main St., Flushing
“The Queens Library system celebrates all of 100 years since its formal inception in 1907. The Flushing branch has existed on Main Street for 110 years, and was constructed as one of the Carnegie buildings before being fully completed in 1957. In June 1998, it was reconstructed again.
The plaza’s front steps feature tiles of famous books in different languages, sculpturally engraved into concrete bases of stonework. During Christmas time, a huge tree is displayed outside by the cornerstone in the plaza, and for the holiday season the library’s all lit up.
This branch makes available, in a worldly sense, a diversified and most enriching, acculturated “melting pot.” It and Flushing abound with international flavor, showcasing people and things of all varieties, now American. They come from lands and cultures all over the world, and it’s all right here in my favorite place of all: the Flushing branch of Queens Library.
The library building’s architectural infrastructure and resounding interior design grace us with green-tinted windows, air condi
tioning and modernistic lighting. The building won an award for architecture in 2001.
Friendly librarians and workers, efficient and informed employee personnel and staff make the open minded feel learned and satisfied.
There are adult literary programs, English as a Second Language programs and a large selection of materials in the foreign collection. This branch carries 400,000 items and has in excess of half a million with the highest circulation rate.
There are many meeting rooms with lots of space, classrooms, a modernized children’s room, sections that hold special collections, an artist showcase, an auditorium and a basement.
This “house of books” is the best place in Queens, and the best thing about it is that it’s free.”
Joseph Turrisi, Flushing
The Quaker Meeting House holds a sentimental and historic meaning for Queens and beyond. |
Long & Winding Trails
Forest Park
Woodhaven Blvd.
“Summer concerts are free. Dancing under the stars is free.”
Helen Stepniewski
Looks Terrific
Expo Beauty Salon
103-17 Queens Blvd., Forest Hills
“Excellent hairdressers, staff very pleasant.”
Carol Biegel
Luke And See
St. Luke’s Church
16-34 Clintonville St., Whitestone
“Upon entering through majestic church doors, one can’t but note the stained glass panels, vibrant, brilliant, deep blues and amber oranges and rays of sunlight seeping through the windows of St. Luke’s Church. Even on the darkest days, it’s light in there, pronouncing still the mysteries of God in God’s house.
Gauntlet-type chandeliers and the rustle of the new Sunday best clothing of the parishioners are spiritually comforting, softening the hard, stiff and tight pews and bench seats.
Updated, new and with a modern centered altar, I’m amazed at the refined divinity of the statues and with backgrounds and sections showing us, the church constituents, the renovated architecture of the ages and with these their periodic renewals.
Hipper than some amphitheatres and movie houses, the St. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church is my favorite place in Queens. One can even sense the spirituality and presence of God throughout time eternal. Stories of God, Jesus and other biblical and religious figures become alive, as if the reenactment of events were taking place right in front of you.
Each and every Sunday there’s a packed house at the church, with thousands of parishioners, young and old and all alike, attending the services and partaking in the celebration that is the Catholic mass.
I made my first communion and my confirmation in the St. Luke’s Church and graduated from St. Luke’s school in 1967.”
Joseph Turrisi, Flushing
Miles Of Monkey Bars
Best Playground
111 Street & Corona Avenue, Flushing Meadows Corona Park
“This playground is one of a few of its kind in the entire country. It is designed to accommodate both able-bodied children and children who use crutches, canes, walkers or wheelchairs, and to provide many opportunities for social, cognitive, sensory and motor activity. It has unique features such as a traffic bridge with traffic lights, a racing track, an amphitheater for sports games, courts for tennis, badminton, softball, basketball and volleyball, and after-school learning programs.”
Abigail Lootens
Surf’s up at the surfing beach along the Rockaways. |
More Than An Rx
Woodhaven Pharmacy
86-22 Jamaica Avenue, Woodhaven
“Friendly, caring, efficient staff.”
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Most Capable Cars
Four Two’s Taxi and Limousine
Service
Bayside
“Quick response, anytime, anywhere. They service all of the Queens area.”
Beth Carter
Music To Our Ears
Saint Joseph Parish
30th Avenue and 44th Street, Astoria
“Astoria Symphony – great performances and reasonable prices.”
Mr. and Mrs. Stover
A New Treasure
Borders Books
Atlas Park Mall, Glendale
“Wide open space, plenty of great books and music.”
Paul Toomey
No Grout About It
Tiles Unlimited
82-02 Cooper Ave.
“Greatest selection, best prices.”
Gail Bordenca
The George Seuffert Bandshell at Forest Park is home to concerts and performances throughout the year. |
Nothin’ Fishy Here
Alley Pond Environmental Center
Douglaston
“Provides education, advocates protecting environment.”
Paula A. Bulhak, Bayside
On The Green
Atlas Green Shopping Mall
Glendale
“A European Air like a world’s fair. A variety of stores in and outdoors. Clean and serene, movies, food, fun all in one.”
Marilyn Garelick, Flushing
Ooh-LaLa!
Goldfingers
Queens Blvd.
“Best dancers.”
Mark Ochetal, Bayside
Paper Or Plastic?
Associated Supermarkets
69th Avenue, Fresh Meadows
“It’s a pleasure to shop in this ultra-modern, clean supermarket with good merchandise and great prices!”
Harriet Gardner, Fresh Meadows
People Make The Difference
Ho Flowers & Baskets
84-06 37th Ave., Jackson Heights
“Great people.”
Isabel Uselton
The Shops At Atlas Park is like no other mall in New York. |
Pop On Over
Poppenhusen Institute
114-04 14th Rd., College Point
“This building held the first free kindergarten in the USA and is historic.”
Lucie Shannon, College Point
Raising Helen
Helen Chiasson Salon
12-52 Clintonville St., Whitestone
“Master haircutter and colorist. Best hair and skin services.”
Beth Carter
Reality Realty
Goller & Costi Realty
190-19 Union Tpke., Fresh Meadows
“Truly caring, great attention to detail.”
Adele Jalens
Relax And Enjoy
Charles Park
Old Howard Beach
“Waterfront, baseball, sailing.”
Gino Gabrelli, Howard Beach
Enjoy the bucolic serenity of Alley Pond Park |
Rockaway Defense
Fort Tilden
The Rockaway Peninsula
“That’s my favorite getaway location in NYC. On a clear, windy day the view from the bunker is amazing.”
Victor Poriazov, Fresh Meadows
Run For Miles
Orthopedic Shoe Clinic
90-03 Jamaica Ave., Woodhaven
“Best fit and quality in footwear.”
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Sand And Sun
Harry’s Water Taxi & Beach
Long Island City
“Unobstructed views, sandy beach and cocktails provide the perfect setting.”
Betty Kang, Long Island City
See Right Through Me
Queens-LI Medical Group PC
Midland Parkway and 180th Street,
“Best all around staff.”
Norma Davila
See Spot Run
K-9 Korral Dog Run
Forest Park, 85th Street and Park Lane South, Woodhaven
“Well-maintained, lots of activities, volunteers who care.”
Paul Toomey
Smell The Roses
Park Place Florist
87-26 Jamaica Ave., Woodhaven
“Creative, beautiful, unique floral arrangements.”
Harriet Gardner, Fresh Meadows
 The architecturally impressive Flushing Library stands at the crossroads of the world. |
A South Queens View
Woodhaven Gallery
87-01 Jamaica Ave., Woodhaven
“State of the Art photography and framing.”
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Subdued Treasure
Yogi Lala Jewelry
Steinway Street, Astoria
“High quality merchandise, reasonable prices for the whole family.”
Mr. and Mrs. Stover
Swing Along
Alley Pond Park
Cross Island Parkway & Northern Boulevard,
Bayside
“Alley Pond Park is the ideal place for a quiet retreat. With its freshwater and saltwater wetlands, tidal flats, meadows and forests, a diverse ecosystem and abundant bird life, you’ll feel like you’ve left Queens completely behind.”
Abigail Lootens
Swing Your Partner
NY Metro CMA Dances
Glendale American Legion Post
“Great people, good music.”
Howard Weissman
Take A Bow
Flushing Mall Food Court
Flushing
“Like a trip around Asia.”
David Brandwein
Walk the halls that housed the founder of the first kindergarten in America at the Poppenhusen Institute. |
Take A Walk
Crocheron Park
Bayside
“Great place to walk, especially crossing over to Little Neck Bay.”
Paula A. Bulhak, Bayside
Take The E Train
E Train Station
Queens Boulevard and Union Turnpike
“Safe.”
Mark Ochetal, Bayside
Take To The Street
Wonderful Woodhaven Street Festival
Jamaica Avenue from 80th Street to Woodhaven
“Entertainment, rides, variety of ethnic foods, great family day.”
Stephen Espoito, Woodhaven
They Really Care
Stavile Realty
14-01 150 St., Whitestone
“Very personable. They care about their clients. Comprised of professional and responsible agents that work with the clients.”
Libby Acevedo, Whitestone
Water Taxi Beach is a new but popular best. |
They’ll Pick You Up
Kelly’s Car Service
Bayside
“Terrific drivers.”
Howard Weissman
Through The Trees
Kissena Park
Kissena Boulevard and Parsons Boulevard, Flushing
“It is the best park because of its ambiance and spiritual feeling. Especially around the swamp. It is good to go sleigh riding on the hill and to go roller skating on the lake in the winter time. It is a beautiful park.”
Carol A. Kochta, Elmhurst
Treasures Zoom By
Comet Antiques
192-07 Union Tpke., Fresh Meadows
“Unusual collection, generous buy-outs, trustworthy. Honest and fair prices.”
Adele Jalens
Trotting Along
Lynne’s Riding School
Forest Hills
“Amidst the suburban sprawl of Queens, Lynne’s Riding School, off Metropolitan Ave., brings old Forest Hills farms back to life. A miniature horse named Princess Fiona enjoys a midday summer shower while her friends, Pal and Arizona, wait for lunchtime. Tiger the cat stretches out for a siesta. Children take turns riding an ever-patient pony named Frosty. A caravan of riders trot through Forest Park. And for an hour or two, you can step back in time and exchange cell phones for saddles.”
Mali Perl
The water may get deep sometimes, but it does not take away from the beauty of Kissena Park. |
What A Parade!
Little Neck-Douglaston Memorial Day Parade
Little Neck-Douglaston
“80 years strong, over 2,000 marchers.”
Paula A. Bulhak, Bayside
Where Cultures Collide
Flushing Mall
133-31 39th Ave., Flushing
If you can’t get to Europe and Asia, come to Queens, where there are the best ethnic festivals that you have ever seen. From China there is sushi and dim sum, music on the flute, violin and drum. From Malaysia, dances with poles of bamboo, jump and hop without a shoe, women with flowing scarves and flowers bring entertainment for many hours. From India delicious food of chicken and rice, the colorful jewelry is especially nice. From Israel the hora is the dance that’s ours, the hummus and falafel you can eat for hours. From Afghanistan, the vibrant dance and drum, all festivals are great so come, come, come.
Marilyn Garelick, Flushing
Where Strikes Live
Whitestone Bowling Center
30-05 Whitestone Expwy., Flushing
“Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A fun place to be.”
Mark Klein, Whitestone
The Who What?
The Piping Plover
Beach 38-59, Rockaway
“The Piping Plover is a small, plump shorebird that breeds on many Atlantic beaches. You can site them between Beach 38 and 59 in Rockaway. The birds are shy, and sometimes like to hide amongst tire tracks in the sand, where they are in danger of being run over, so beach traffic is limited. They camouflage well with the sand, so you will hear their peeping calls well before you can spot them.”
Abigail Lootens
Kids line Northern Boulevard waiting for the procession at the Little Neck-Douglaston Parade. |
Wonderful Quarters
The Towers Co-op
33-15 80th St., Jackson Heights.
“The most thoughtfully designed apartment buildings for enjoyable living. Each apartment unit has natural air ventilation. The interior garden, which covers one city block and occupies 60 percent of the land, is the ultimate sanctuary for residents of all ages living in the complex.”
Li Yu
Working For Us All
Queens Community House
108-25 62nd Dr., Forest Hills
“The house has been working for the past 31 years to provide senior services, youth programs, eviction prevention and other means of supporting the community. Recently changed its name to Queens Community House. It is also the best place to work or volunteer—a respectful and friendly environment.”
Eva Garcia, Flushing
