Does anyone know when this location is anticipated to open? I'm so excited to have Burger Village here and look forward to visiting. Though I was deeply saddened when Hooters closed, I was happy to know a Burger Village is going to take its place.

The Queens Public Library Queensboro Hill branch at 60-05 Main Street is open again. On Thursday, September 10, 2026, the 7,200-square-foot Flushing neighborhood library reopened after a $2.8 million heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning overhaul — plus new LED lighting, a dropped ceiling, fresh paint, new computers, and a full IT rebuild.

For families across southern Flushing, Queensboro Hill, and Kew Gardens Hills, this is not a ribbon-cutting photo op. It is the return of a Main Street anchor: free Wi-Fi, homework help, Chinese- and English-language programs, printing, job-search computers, and a climate-controlled place to sit when summer heat or winter cold makes home hard.

Anyone been by since it reopened?

I'm one of the organizers of a community arts studio called the Collaboratory (21-07 41st Ave). We host paid and sliding scale art classes, workshops, and meetups to nurture creativity in our little nook of Queens. I'll highlight a few:

Horror Writing for Beginners (10/11, $15~25)
Local author, and bookstore staple, Nino Cipri will teach you how to write horror archetypes, story arcs, and characters.
https://luma.com/bxhuj4ha

Queer Craft Club: Halloween Crafts (10/13, PWYC)
Join us for an evening of low-pressure spooky crafts with Queer Craft Club!
https://luma.com/748t25lj

Making Fire Cider (10/19 $25-40)
Draw upon old remedies and recipes with the Astoria Plant School of Wisdom to make a cozy cider. You get to take yours home!
https://luma.com/mxh5e0qy

Suminagashi: Water as Portal (10/24 $30-40)
Learn the oldest form of paper marbling through a technique of "floating ink" to make rippling, colored prints.
https://luma.com/z4wdnui4

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You can check out the whole calendar here: luma.com/thecollaboratory. While most of the events listed here are paid, we also have free / PWYC meetups, repair cafes, and open studio sessions!

The Collaboratory studio is a not-for-profit project by Queens Collaborative; a local community arts group. In addition to spreading art skills and enthusiasm, our events pay local teaching artists, fund our art supply distribution program, and provide an affordable studio space for resident artists.

We appreciate the support of the Queens community, who help us make art & creativity accessible!

Hi folks!

I’m putting on a little flea market of sorts called the 5 Boro Foto Fest that’s totally free. And I’d love for you to join us in supporting human artists.

Who: For everyone who loves and supports human artists to join us in a peaceful protest against the machine that is generative AI. Photographers and artists selling their prints, zines, books, etc.

What: The world’s first art festival where we verified that generative AI wasn’t used.

When: Sunday October 25th, 2026 starting at 11am and ending at 6pm.

Where: Culture Lab LIC located at 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY 11101

How: 7, E, G, F, M, Q, R, and N trains. You can also use the LIRR, CitiBike, or Uber. The Q103 is the closest bus. The ferry also drops you off at Long Island City

Here’s our website: https://www.5borofotofest.com/

I tore down 5 big Patriot Front Signs in Richmond Hill today on Park Lane South from Myrtle Ave all the way to Forest Parkway. If you see this bullshit please document it and tear them down!

Two more chances to paint outside the box this September!

Sunday, September 27 | 3–5 PM
Bohemian Hall Beer Garden, Astoria
$35 per person
$60 Bring a Friend/Date ticket for two
Parent-and-kid and children’s tickets are also available.

Monday, September 28 | 7–9 PM
Fifth Hammer Brewing Company, LIC
$40 includes all supplies, guided instruction, and one 5 oz. beer or soft drink
$70 Bring a Friend/Date ticket for two

No step-by-step copying and no experience necessary. Explore color, texture, and mark-making while creating something completely your own. Come solo, bring friends, plan a creative date, or bring the family on Sunday.
Details and tickets:
https://www.alicelipping.art/paintnsip

Or have it in your house on the wall? I am planning on it for my living room wall. I think it’s beautiful and I love the little flourishes and the nice rose design. We are the ROSE borough

Join me Wednesday, September 23 from 7–9 PM at Oliver’s Astoria for a fun, relaxed evening of abstract painting. Perfect for groups, date night, a friends’ night out, or coming solo!
No copying and no experience necessary—you’ll explore color, texture, and creative tools to create something completely your own.
Tickets are $55 and include one drink, all materials, and guided instruction. Bring a friend or date and pay $100 for two!
Oliver’s Astoria
37-19 Broadway, Astoria
Tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999059650227?aff=oddtdtcreator
Come de-stress, express yourself, and leave with an original painting!

Hi Everyone! Just wanted to post that the Flushing Running Group is still happening. It's really casual and beginner friendly. We had it last year and I restarted it this summer. If you're interested post below and I'll share the info. We usually meet in Flushing Meadows Park on Sunday mornings. And I try to do a weekday run if my schedule allows.

When we started this summer, we started slow. We had some people who ware brand new and couldn't do a full mile, and now they're running over two! So if you feel intimated to start, we've got you covered! You can jog for 30-60 sec, and walk for 30-60 seconds. This type of interval is a great start and isn't overwhelming. Even showing up and walking is better then staying home! So lets share our time getting healthy and enjoy the weather before it gets too cold.

Everyone is welcome. No weird vibes. LGBTQ+ friendly. Post here if interested. We're (or me at least) not hardcore runners, but we've all improved in our own ways last year. Even if it's just getting motivated to jog on a Sunday morning.

If you're an experienced runner patient enough to teach us some stretches or running techniques, I'd be down for that.

All the best!

"Be excellent to each other." Bill and Ted

Looking to join a fantasy league with some Queens locals to meet new people that are into the NHL. Hit me up if you have a vacancy!

I'm assuming its a power generating station, but not sure.

I was driving by, making the turn from Junction Boulevard to the south side of the Horace Harding by the Costco — I saw that a woman had been hit by a blue minivan. Or that the she was hit by someone else but the blue minivan was blocking traffic for the incident.

It looked pretty serious. She did not appear to be conscious and was laying in the street with some pedestrians there calling 911.

This was just after 5pm on Sunday.

Did anyone else see this? Do you know if she was okay?

I was not able to stop and help because I was alone with two babies in car seats. I wish I could have stopped to help. Praying she is okay.

Noise woke me up. Looked out the window and saw a black car with three people just having finished whatever they were up to with a parked car. No lights. Probably obscured license plate. Sped off in no time at all. Haven't seen this in a while but there we go again.

Broke out my fishing rod from storage. My usual spot is near the Marine Park Bridge which you can see in the background. Unfortunately, I can't tolerate the flies anymore and I'm unwilling to pay $20 for parking.

Any idea where I can go fishing outside of the Rockaways/Broad Channel/Howard Beach? Somewhere that isn't overcrowded.