Good morning, Astoria!
From a wrestling match at Tikkun BBQ's Community Block Party to another packed weekend of local events, Astoria has been keeping us busy. This week, dive into some free kayaking at Hallet's Cove, catch a performance of Macbeth in Socrates Sculpture Park, and check out our roundup of neighborhood news, new openings, and everything happening around Astoria.
Local Gossip:
- Over the weekend, Tikkun BBQ hosted what may have been Astoria's first-ever wrestling match at 31st Ave Open Street. Missed it? The final Community Block Party of 2026 is August 22 with Jaeki of Righteous Eats.
- Tootles and French says "Toodles" to Ditmars. Stop by soon to raise a glass and celebrate them as they transition out.
- VITE on 34th St has a tiny vegetable garden out front that's worth a peek.
- 7th Street Burger is officially open on Ditmars next to TAP.
- Ditmars parents are exploring a potential bike bus for the upcoming school year.
- A new Thai restaurant on Steinway, Thai Niyom, held its soft opening over the weekend.
- SanRemo Tailor Shop is closing.
- The "Steinway guy" who walks around yelling "F you" has become this week's neighborhood Reddit discussion.
- One neighbor claims ‘Eat It’ serves some of the best halal in the city. Agree?
- A neglected young cat rescued from Astoria Blvd traffic is looking for a forever home through For Animals Inc. Email foranimalsteam@gmail.com for more info.
- Community update: A driver is in custody after striking two children riding bikes near 21st St and 31st Rd. Thankfully, both are expected to recover. Let's all do our part to keep Astoria's streets safe.
Cheers,
Angelina & Stacey
This week in Astoria
Monday, July 27, 2026
Astoria Toddler Tunes
10am, QED Astoria, @qedastoria
Join us for a morning of music, movement, and community for little ones and their grown-ups! Sing songs, dance, play instruments, and make new friends at our Astoria neighborhood staple: QED! Led by Michael Shofi
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
The Spark is Back! Spark Session Night
5pm, Lockwood, @lockwoodshop
Join Us for the Return of Our Permanent Jewelry Spark Sessions! Create your forever piece with custom-fit permanent jewelry and explore our newest collection of chains and charms.
Sunset Meditation with Mindful Astoria
7pm, Socrates Sculpture Park, @socratespark
Unwind with a free guided sunset meditation featuring mindful breathing, gentle movement, and loving-kindness practices. All experience levels are welcome.
Tarot Tuesday
7pm, Astoria Bookshop, @astoriabookshop
Join us for Tarot Tuesdays, a monthly meetup for local tarot enthusiasts to meet and mingle and pull some cards.
Trivia Tuesday
8pm, The Bonnie, @zoehoststrivia @thebonniebar @nyctrivialeague
Trivia is every Tuesday at 8pm at The Bonnie! Free to play and tons of fun. Great food and drinks!
The Parent Trap Screening
8:30pm, The Ditty, @thedittybar
The final installment of The Ditty's July movie series is a screening of The Parent Trap. Catch it at 8:30pm.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Tarot Readings with Spellbound Oracle | Jessi Bennet
3pm, Medusa Art Studios, @spellbound_oracle
$25 Tarot Readings exclusively for Medusa patrons every Wednesday! Grounded intuitive guidance for life's in-between moments.
Sunset Yoga in the Park
6:30pm, Astoria Park Pool Deck, @giselluna
We’re so excited to continue this series in July! Join us each Wednesday evening for a power yoga session at the Astoria Park Pool Deck. Just bring your mat, water, and a sweat towel. RSVP to save your spot! Free, or pay what you can.
Astoria Journal Club
6pm, Queens Room, @astoriajournalclub
$20 includes a drink + journaling company + mountain of journaling supplies
Karaoke Night!
7:30pm, Pig Beach BBQ, @nexus.trivia
Join us for karaoke night at Pig Beach! Any singer, any song. We'll be cheering for everyone! You don't have to be a great singer to have a great time!
Thursday, July 23, 2026
MoMI Listening Series: Randall Poster and Lenny Kaye Explore Neil Young’s “On the Beach”
6:30pm, Museum of the Moving Image, @movingimagenyc
Music supervisor Randall Poster (Wes Anderson, Martin Scorsese) joins Lenny Kaye of Patti Smith and Her Band for a listening session of Neil Young's On the Beach (1974), plus conversation and audience Q&A.
Honey Tasting Class
7:15pm, The Honey House at Astor Apiaries, @astorapiaries
Join Master Beekeeper Nick Hoefly for a one-hour Honey Tasting Class at The Honey House. This engaging and interactive experience explores the fascinating world of honey through a guided tasting of four distinct varietals
Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader Trivia Night!
7:30pm, Pig Beach BBQ, @pigbeachqueens
We know you're smarter than a fifth grader! So come on down and win prizes for it by competing with others on elementary school knowledge!
Waterfront Concert Series: Strange Magic
7:30pm, Astoria Park
Enjoy a free waterfront tribute concert celebrating the music of Electric Light Orchestra and 70's pop.
Free Cannavita High Note Comedy Night
7:30pm, Cannavita Dispensary, @cannavitadispensary
Cannavita Dispensary is serving up a different kind of High Note with a free stand-up comedy show
Chili Cheese Dawgs
9pm, QED Astoria, @qedastoria
A comedy night of juicy jokes and FREE sizzling chili dogs!
Friday, July 24, 2026
Arte en el Noguchi: Socrates Sculpture Park
10am, Socrates Sculpture Park, @socratespark
¡Este evento es gratuito! Join artist Sol Aramend for a free Spanish-language family workshop featuring a meditative walk, sound bath, and leaf-inspired art activity at Socrates Sculpture Garden.
Cannavita Art Gallery Nights
6pm, Cannavita Dispensary, @cannavitadispensary
Every Friday, Cannavita transforms into Astoria’s only weekly art gallery inside a dispensary, featuring a rotating lineup of New York City artists. From paintings and drawings to graffiti-style work, sculpture, and mixed media, each week highlights original pieces from creators across the city.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Hallet’s Cove Community Kayaking with LIC Boathouse
12pm, Hallet’s Cove, @liccboathouse
Free kayaking with LIC Community Boathouse returns to Hallet's Cove at Socrates Sculpture Park. No experience or equipment needed—first come, first served. All ages welcome (minors must be with a parent/guardian).
Live in the Lot!
5pm, Culture Lab, @culturelablic
Live in the Lot is Culture Lab's free summer concert series, featuring live music every weekend! Enjoy live music, curated pop-up vendor markets, and a variety of drinks and snacks from the concession stand.
GIFTSHOP live at Culture Lab
6pm, The Lot at Culture Lab LIC, @culturelablic
Astoria pop-punk scene-makers GIFTSHOP take the stage at The Lot, Culture Lab LIC. FREE ADMISSION!
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Yoga at Socrates with Astoria Yoga
10am, Socrates Sculpture Park, @socratespark
Socrates is delighted to offer FREE yoga classes of Vinyasa yoga – a series of flowing poses linked to the awareness of breath with instructors from Astoria Yoga (on Sundays). Classes are designed for all experience levels. Please bring a mat or a towel. No RSVP or pre-registration required.
Hip to Hip Theatre Company presents: Macbeth
5pm, Socrates Sculpture Park, @hiptohiptheatre
Join us for an afternoon of Shakespeare in our park. Bring a picnic basket and come early for a kids and classics workshop followed by the performance of Macbeth.
Make sure to confirm all event details with the organizers!
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