Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Astoria-Long Island City

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

Early Independence Day Fireworks Are Coming To Astoria Park

The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition is celebrating Independence Day early with fireworks on June 29.

Astoria, Elmhurst Prep For Car-Free Earth Day To Welcome Open Streets

The main event in Queens is scheduled to take place on Woodside Avenue, between 76th St. and 79 St. in partnership with Thai Community USA.

Here's Where To Drop Your Christmas Tree In Astoria, LIC

Instead of leaving your Christmas tree on the sidewalk, bring it to one of these Parks Department sites to have it recycled into wood chips.

These Astoria, LIC Streets Are Going Car-Free For Halloween

Special open-street trick-or-treating, costume contests, pumpkin painting, and more are on tap in Astoria and Long Island City this week.

Inflation Affecting 2022 Pumpkin Prices In Astoria, Long Island City

Finding the best fall pumpkin at a field near Western Queens could come at an increased cost this year.

Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Astoria, Long Island City

Pumpkin season is almost here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch closest to Western Queens this fall.

Where To Buy A Christmas Tree In Astoria, LIC This Year: MAP

With the 2021 holiday season upon us, Patch put together a map showing where to buy a Christmas tree in the neighborhood. Check it out.

Holiday Market Coming To Quirky LIC Steakhouse On Sunday

The market-slash-party will include gifts for sale — like vinyl, potted plants, and glass-blown necklaces — as well as a live music.

NYC's First Ever Panettone Festival Comes To LIC This December

The festival, held in LIC from Dec. 9th to 12th and Dec. 16th to 19th, will showcase specialty breads filled with saffron, figs, and more.

Tree Lighting At Kaufman Astoria Studios On Tuesday

The event is organized by the film studio but includes community touches, like ornaments decorated and donated by local students.

Free Tree Lighting At Athens Square Park On Friday

The second annual ceremony is shaping up to be even bigger than last year since event organizers splurged on a 30-foot-tall spruce.

Where To Find Christmas Trees Near Astoria, LIC In 2021

Many nearby Christmas tree providers are taking coronavirus precautions to make sure you and your family enjoy a jolly holiday.

Free Halal Turkey Distribution In Northwest Queens On Wednesday

The halal meat will be given away on a first come, first served basis starting at 4:00 p.m. at Jackson Heights' Diversity Plaza.

Free Meal Giveaway Coming To Astoria Senior Center On Saturday

Roughly 500 homemade meals will be given away on a first come, first served basis from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at an Astoria senior center.

Where To Find The Best Pumpkin Patches Near Astoria and LIC

Late-October is a great time to pick up the biggest pumpkin possible pumpkin patches near Astoria and Long Island City.

2 Astoria Spots Are Among NYC's Most Haunted Places, List Says

Time Out included two Astoria spots in its roundup of NYC's most haunted places, which are said to be the sites of "paranormal activity."

Pumpkin Patches To Visit Near Astoria, LIC In 2021

Get ready for Halloween and family fun near Astoria and Long Island City by visiting these pumpkin patches in 2021.

2 Astoria Homes Have NYC's Best Halloween Displays, List Says

The New York Post included six homes in its roundup of the city's "spooktacular" Halloween displays, two of which are in Astoria.

Popular Pumpkin Patches Near Astoria, LIC

Halloween and fun are right around the corner, and you don’t have to travel too far to find the best fall pumpkins near northwest Queens.

Pumpkin-Picking Patches Close To Astoria-Long Island City

Halloween and fun are right around the corner, and you don’t have to travel far to find the best fall pumpkins near Northwest Queens.

Find The Best Pumpkin Patches Near Astoria, Long Island City

Fall brings pumpkin patches to life in the Astoria-Long Island City area.

Pumpkin Availability In Astoria-Long Island City Area For 2021

New York is in the top 10 for most pumpkin patch acres in the country.

Astoria-Long Island City Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021

Find a corn maze, pumpkin patch, gourds and other autumn activities near Astoria-Long Island City.

Fireworks Near Me: Astoria’s 4th Of July 2021

Patch has your complete guide to the Fourth of July fireworks near Astoria and Long Island City.

Celebrate Independence Day Early With Fireworks At Astoria Park

Astoria will host an annual early Independence Day fireworks show and concert on Tuesday, June 29. Here's what you need to know.

4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Astoria And Long Island City

Patch has your complete guide to the Fourth of July fireworks near Astoria And Long Island City.

Father's Day: Share Your Favorite Photo On Astoria-Long Island City Patch

Publish a photo of pops on Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Mother’s Day 2021: Surprise Mom By Sharing A Photo On Astoria-Long Island City Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on Patch.

Astoria Organizers Set Sights On Keeping NYCHA Residents Warm

The Astoria Mutual Aid Network and Transform America will distribute space heaters and warm clothing to local public housing residents.

Pandemic Parties, Diner Drive-In: Astoria/LIC 2020 Year In Review

Astoria-Long Island City Patch takes a look back at the neighborhood stories that made headlines this year.

Where To Find Holiday Lighting Displays In Astoria, LIC

Rockefeller Center, who? The NYC Parks Department is delivering holiday cheer with 19 lighting displays across Queens.

Kaufman Arts District To Host Holiday Tree Lighting Livestream

Astoria's Kaufman Arts District will ring in the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony Friday that will stream live online.

Looking For A Christmas Tree In The Astoria-Long Island City Area? Here's A Local Guide

Many local Christmas tree farms are taking coronavirus precautions to help you and yours enjoy a jolly holiday.

After 504 Days Hospitalized, Baby Who Survived Arson Returns Home

Liam, 2, is the sole survivor of an arson last year in Queens that killed three of his family members.

Free Food, Hot Meals To Be Distributed At Queensbridge Houses

The cure-violence program 696 Build Queensbridge will distribute 100 hot meals and bags of food from local pantries ahead of Thanksgiving.

City Harvest Working To Put Thanksgiving Food On The Table

This week, City Harvest is packing an estimated 200,000 pounds of Thanksgiving food to distribute to families across the five boroughs.

Crockpot Donations Aid Astoria Houses Tenants Still Without Gas

Volunteers are helping Astoria Houses tenants get cooking as they approach nearly two months without gas in their kitchens.

Athens Square Park Getting 27-Foot Christmas Tree This Winter

A tree lighting ceremony is scheduled for the evening of Dec. 2.

Pumpkin Patches Near Queens: Find The Best Spot

It's the last weekend before Halloween - time to go pumpkin picking.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.