Good morning, Astoria!
The Astoria Park Pool is officially closed for the season, so pour one out for summer pool days. But don’t worry — there’s still plenty happening around town.
The first-ever Astoria Brasil Fest on 31st Ave Open Street was a success, bringing Brazilian music, food, culture and community to the neighborhood!
And there’s more on the way: This week, you can also catch the Astoria Gay Book Club, Taylor Swift karaoke, Tarot Talk, the 31st Ave Open Street, a new local business grand opening and plenty more.
Local Gossip:
- Outdoor Cinema is back at Socrates Park! After more than two decades, the summer movie series is returning for two special nights. September 12 brings BOUCHRA with a DJ set and Moroccan food; September 26 features Jean-Michel Basquiat with an ambient set and Haitian food. Basically, Socrates is giving us movie night, but make it a whole cultural experience.
- Pickleball season is back. Astoria Sports’ fall league starts September 16 at Bohemian Beer Garden. Sign up by Sept. 9 before it fills up.
- Looking for a job? A free career fair is coming to The Chocolate Factory Theater on Sept. 9, 10am – 3pm, with local employers on hand.
- ICYMI - Q101 news: Automated cameras are now watching for traffic violations at bus stops. Steinway doesn’t have a bus lane, so don’t block the stops!
- Regal is showing Star Trek classics Sept. 4–7, followed by an all-day movie and episode marathon on Star Trek Day, Sept. 8.
Cheers,
Angelina & Stacey
This week in Astoria
September 7th - September 13th |
Monday, September 7, 2026
The Wolfhound Labor Day Block Party
11am, The Wolfhound, @thewolfhound
A huge outdoor party on 30th Ave between 38th and Steinway, in front of Wolfhound. The annual block party returns with DJs all day, Tibetan Momos, Tikkun BBQ, Party Right Here, Crazy Drink Specials, a Local Makers Market, Fun Neighbors, Great Vibes - please come check it out!
Château le Woof Labor Day Block Party
12pm, Château le Woof, @chateaulewoof
Join them as they take it to the sidewalk with a DJ, BBQ and frosé starting at 12PM.
30th Ave Labor Day Party
12pm, 30th Ave between 29th Street and Steinway Street, @30thavebusiness
Join us for our labor day party! We'll have children's rides, arts & crafts, food, and over 200 vendors!
Citizen Arts International Festival - Inaugural Launch Party
12:30pm, Great Lawn at Astoria Park, @citizenartsinternational
Join us as we celebrate the launch of the 2026 Citizen Arts International Festival. Spend an easygoing afternoon with us. We’d love for you to meet the CAI team and share ideas with other New Yorkers who value our public spaces and the power of art in our city.
B-B-QED
5:15pm, Q.E.D. Astoria, @qedastoria
B-B-QED is BACK! Cookout meets comedy in QED's backyard this Labor Day. Your ticket includes not only a hilarious standup comedy show, but also a delicious dinner fresh off the grill.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Astoria Gay Book Club Sep 2026 Meetup - Fruit Fly by Josh Silver6:15pm, Heart of Gold, @astoriagaybookclub
Join the Astoria Gay Book Club on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, from 6:15–7:15 PM at Heart of Gold as we discuss Fruit Fly by Josh Silver. 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.
GREEK OUT launch party with Maria Koutsogiannis in conversation with Dan Pelosi
7pm, The Greats of Craft, 10-15 43rd Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101, @FoodByMaria
The Astoria Bookshop is thrilled to celebrate the release of GREEK OUT: Sunny Vibes, High-Energy Mediterranean Flavor! Join author Maria Koutsogiannis (@FoodByMaria), conversation partner Dan Pelosi (@grossypelosi), and fellow fans at this special event at the Greats of Craft in Long Island City.
The authors' conversation will be followed by audience Q&A and book signing. Additional copies of the book and refreshments will be available for purchase at the venue.
Jazz & Joints
7pm, Grove34, @grove34nyc
Enjoy a night of live jazz and cannabis sponsored by Terp Bros NYC! Each ticket comes with a free gift bag, courtesy of Terp Bros.
Toku Tuesdays
7:30pm, QED Astoria, @toku.tuesdays
A free monthly curated screening series of vintage Japanese Special Effect Film & TV. Free with a one-item minimum at QED's bar!
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Taylor Swift Karaoke Night + Dance Party!
7:30pm, Pig Beach BBQ, @nexus.trivia
Take your turn at the mic and dance along as your fellow Astorians belt out Taylor's greatest hits!
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Tarot Talk
6:30pm, QNS Collaboratory, @esocleric @qnscollaborative
Have you ever wanted to learn more about tarot? Or maybe you're a seasoned practitioner and looking for more folks who share your vibe? Tarot Talk is an opportunity for tarot readers of all levels to meet up, exchange readings, learn from others, and find community. Sliding scale tickets $5-$25
Friday, September 11, 2026
Monthly Crafting Social
6pm, Sacred Space Astoria, @sacredspace_astoria
Join Kim and Tenneille for an evening of bright ideas, colorful supplies, and creative connection as our cozy studio turns into a playful crafting oasis. Whether you are a seasoned maker or just testing the creative waters, this night is designed to help you get comfortable with creating.
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, September 12, 2026
31st Ave Open Street
12:30pm, 31st Ave Open Street, @31staveopenstreet
Join us for our weekly street fair! This week features MTG Astoria: Cube Draft, The People's Pop-Up Cafe, NYC for Palestine Cycling Club, No More 24, Plant Swap and Compost Giveaway, Craft Circle with Astoria Fiber Collective, and STARS Rehabilitation Astoria.
Off The Top Astoria Grand Opening: Free Haircuts, Music, Food
1pm, Off The Top Astoria 2611 23rd avenue Astoria NY 11105, @offthetopny
Off The Top Astoria Is Doing A Grand Opening on September 12th where there will be free haircuts all day, DJ music, free food and games with prizes.
SUZIK
3pm, Culture Lab LIC, @force_artech
South Korea’s @force_artech defies gravity. Three bodies, three poles, and the refusal to climb over anyone. SUZIK means “verticality” in Korean, and it reimagines what that word can mean. Instead of climbing over each other, the performers hold each other up, reaching out instead of pulling down, stepping forward together instead of climbing alone.
NYC Premiere.
Anxiety Management for High Achievers: Alexander Technique Workshop
6:30pm, Yoga Agora, @yoga_agora @bravelyunbound
If you're a high-achiever secretly struggling with chronic anxiety, pain, and tension, this class is for you. Through mindful movement, you'll challenge what "effort" really means and walk away with real tools to feel calmer, more present, and fully in your life — without giving up your ambition. $30 for 90min workshop
Pop Talks: How Shonda Rhimes Changed Television
7pm, Grove 34, @poptalksnyc
From the surgical intern turned world-renowned surgeon Meredith Grey, to the wine-loving powerhouse DC fixer Olivia Pope, Shonda Rhimes has created rich characters in her head-turning drama series that have forever changed television history. Join us on Saturday, September 12 as we listen to pop culture obsessive Lindsay Denninger talk about Rhimes' impact on television and pop culture!
Sunday, September 13, 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.
Astoria Alive Street Festival
11am, 31st Street between Ditmars Blvd and 21st Ave, @meteorfestivals
Enjoy the 48th annual Astoria Alive Street Festival along 31st Street and Ditmars Blvd!
Astoria Farmers Market
12:30pm, 31st Ave Open Street, @AstoriaFarmersMarket
Astoria Farmers Market is wrapping up summer with wild abandon - on Sunday September 13, AFM welcomes our FIRST-EVER musical guest Hila The Earth (@hilatheearth) ! We'll have so many special vendors including Astoria Cutlery (get your knives sharpened!), Abéy Honey, Sunday's Pasta, Lili & Astara pet treats, Wheatley Farms Greenhouse plants, Cafe Jolie Laide, 3x3 Kitchen gluten free bakery, Noushi Pastry, Spare Arts Supply, Cha Cha Butter, Arabian Nights Foods, and all of our regular produce farms and protein staples.
Queens Get The Funny
7pm, QED Astoria, @queensgetthefunny
An all POC standup comedy show, highlighting the funniest comedians from Queens and beyond. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased through the QED website or at the door.
Make sure to confirm all event details with the organizers!
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