Good afternoon, Astoria!
Spooky season is upon us and there’s plenty happening around the neighborhood this week (which reminds us - make sure you submit your Halloween events ASAP!), from horror movie nights and spooky comedy plays to art openings, soccer watch parties, and line dancing. Plus, Boston Cream the cat has officially been adopted! 🥹 We’ve been following her story since July, so we love a happy ending. Read on for this week’s local gossip and your guide to what’s happening around Astoria this week.
Cheers,
Angelina & Stacey
Local Gossip:
- Boston Cream the cat has been adopted! The cat found in traffic on Astoria Boulevard is officially happy in a new home. We've been sharing her story since this summer and are thrilled she's finally found her forever home.
- Astoria Anime Fest is looking for sponsors! The free anime, manga, gaming and comics festival hits 31st Ave Open Streets on November 1 and is looking for local businesses to get involved. DM them on Instagram or shoot them an email at astoriaanimefest@gmail.com for more information.
- Apartments could be coming to the LaGuardia Shopping Center. A proposal calls for 492 apartments, including 123 affordable units, plus new retail space on Ditmars Boulevard. What do you think?
- Astoria singles, it's time to shoot your shot. The Singles Cleanup returns to Pig Beach, combining neighborhood cleanup with a chance to meet someone new; sign up by October 15 via the Google Form.
- An longtime Astoria resident needs housing support. Ms. Vargas, who has lived in her apartment since 1991, is raising funds for urgent housing and legal expenses as she faces displacement; consider donating or sharing her fundraiser.
Cheers,
Angelina & Stacey
This week in Astoria
Monday, October 12, 2026
Muppets Tonight: A 30th Anniversary Panel and Tribute to Arthur Novell
1pm, Museum of the Moving Image, @movingimagenyc
As we celebrate 50 years of The Muppet Show, we also mark the 30th anniversary of the 1996 premiere of MUPPETS TONIGHT, the show that brought the Muppets back to TV for a whole new audience!Our host and organizer Craig Shemin, President of The Jim Henson Legacy, will lead a panel featuring Muppet performers Dave Goelz, Bill Barretta, and Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, plus clips, followed by a celebration of the beloved Arthur Novell, the show’s talent executive, longtime Henson publicist, and former Jim Henson Legacy Executive Director, who passed away earlier this year.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Astoria Gay Book Club Oct 2026 Meetup - The Disappearers by Marlon James
6:15pm, Heart of Gold, @astoriagaybookclub
Join the Astoria Gay Book Club on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 6:15–7:15PM at Heart of Gold as we discuss The Disappearers by Marlon James. You don't have to live in Astoria to join us, and you don't have to finish—or even start—the book to attend. Come for the conversation, stay for the community.
U.S. Soccer Watch Party: USWNT vs. Spain
7pm, Rivercrest, @ao_qns
Join the American Outlaws Queens chapter for U.S. soccer watch parties at Rivercrest, the home bar in Queens for U.S. soccer. Bring your passion and energy to cheer alongside the best fans and be a part of a vibrant community of supporters, while enjoying BIG SCREEN action WITH SOUND and HAPPY HOUR pricing!
Toku Tuesdays Tales of Terror
9pm, QED Astoria, @toku.tuesdays
Join us as we celebrate the season with creepy kaiju and horrific henshin at Toku Tuesdays Tales of Terror! We’re going to watch a sampling of tokusats
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
“Fall Forward” Brick Wall Gallery at Bar Dalia Group Exhibition Opening Party
6pm, Bar Dalia, @brickwallgallery_bardalia
Celebrate five years of art at Brick Wall Gallery with “Fall Forward,” a group exhibition featuring 12 artists, curated by Alice Lipping at Bar Dalia in Astoria. Join us Wednesday, October 14, from 6–9 PM for an evening of art and community—all artwork is available for sale.
Survivor Viewing Party
8pm, Kween, @kweenastoria
Held every week! It's time to grab a torch, approach the flame.. dip it in, and get fire. No cover! Happy Hour specials 4-7pm, followed by the screening and closing out with karaoke, hosted by Hassan.
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Free Low Impact Bodyweight Circuit Training
6pm, Astoria Park Pool Deck, @nycparks
Mobilize and restore your body’s movement capacity with this evenly-paced class designed for beginners and those who prefer a low level of intensity. Class normally meets at the Astoria Park Pool Deck, and in the event of light rain class will be moved to Playground A under the Triboro Bridge.
Laugh it Up - The Creative Professional Edition: Community Networking & Comedy Show
7:30pm, QED Astoria, @civic.noise.events ; @make_nyc_laugh
Laugh It Up: The Creative Professional Edition brings together artists, performers, producers, creatives, and people who simply love being around creative energy. Early Bird Ticket- $25; The "Wingman Package”- $40 (this gets the proactive friend two tickets for less when they bring their ”networking wingman”)
Friday, October 16, 2026
Cannavita Art Gallery Nights
6pm, Cannavita Dispensary, @cannavita_dispensary
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.
Raising Astoria Presents: Moms Night Out
8pm, Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, @raisingastorianyc
Meet other moms in the neighborhood and enjoy a great night out!
Divorced Dad Rock Night Live! (W/ Alt Side Parking)
9:30pm, The Wolfhound, @altsideparkingny
After rocking the Labor Day block party, Astoria’s favorite Divorced Dad Rock cover band is back at The Wolfhound. They’ll be celebrating beloved Wolfhound bartender Omar’s birthday with two sets of pure unadulterated Butt Rock.Admission is free as always!
Yin Yoga: A 25-hour Training for Teaching + Practice
Sacred Space Astoria, @sacredspace_astoria
In this 25 hour advanced training with JenSM, students will be introduced to the profound practice of Yin Yoga. Over our time together, we’ll study the history and philosophy of yin yoga, as well as practice and learn individual yin poses and prop setups, discuss anatomy, as it relates to yin practice, and how to safely guide students into and out of poses, and learn about Five Element Theory, meridians and other energetic signatures of yin practice. Lastly, we’ll discuss sequencing and theming of yin yoga, as well as language and teaching cues and best practices. This training is $850, and runs two, consecutive weekends: 10/16, 17 + 18 and 10/30, 31 + 11/1
Fridays from 6:30-8pm
Saturdays from 1:30-6:30pm
Sundays from 12-5pm
We are offering 2 partial scholarships: one covering 50% of the tuition and one covering 25%.
Line Dancing
7pm, Pig Beach Queens, @rogers.rodeo
Indoor linedancing, beginners welcome! Be ready to dance all night long with DJ Gold Rush, your host from Rogers Rodeo. Extensive request sheet on deck. This is a free line dance event but donations are greatly appreciated :)
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Free Bread Tasting event - Sourdough Loaves, Baguettes and Focaccia 🍞
12:30pm, 31st st Open St, @Crescentbakess
It’s a free event hosted on 31st st for National Coming Out Day in partnership with local LGBTQIA+ organizations. There will be drag shows!
Ground + Grow
4pm, Sky Farm LIC, @skyfarmlic
Join Awóníké (Nya) for an afternoon of creative exploration, playful art prompts, and positive self-talk in the garden. 🌻 Saturday, October 17, 4–7 PM at Sky Farm LIC, tickets are $16.50, and materials are provided.
Anxiety Management for High Achievers: Alexander Technique Workshop
6:30pm, Yoga Agora, @yoga_agora @bravelyunbound
If you're a high-achiever who is "high-functioning" but not feeling well, this class is for you. Through mindful movement, you'll shift your idea of what "effort" is required to feel alive and healthy without giving up your ambition. $30 for 90min workshop
Sunday, October 18, 2026
The Ooky Spooky Kooky Evening of Ten Minute Plays
7pm, QED Astoria, @CrushPlayCo
Six original spooky comedy plays, from six playwrights, six directors, and six teams of actors. One hilarious night supporting emerging artists for just $15 a ticket!
Make sure to confirm all event details with the organizers!
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