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Tonight in Astoria: New York Comedy Festival at Q.E.D.
Looking for something to do in Astoria tonight? Q.E.D. hosts NYCF: Two Nosy Meerkats at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 10, with general admission listed at $15.
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Thanksgiving in Astoria: Food Drives, Pantry Pop-Ups and a Turkey Giveaway
From a turkey drive to pantry pop-ups and Astoria Park’s Leaf Fest, here are local ways to find support, volunteer, or donate before Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving is getting close, and a few neighborhood groups have dates on the calendar before the holiday. I pulled the details together here, whether you’re looking for food support, want to donate, or have an hour or two to volunteer. Check the organizers’ pages before heading out, especially if the weather changes.
Saturday, November 14: Leaf Fest at Astoria Park
Astoria Park Alliance’s first Leaf Fest volunteer morning is Saturday, November 14, from 10 a.m. to noon. Volunteers rake and collect leaves for compost that will help enrich the soil in Astoria Park and other city parks. It’s listed as a free community event. See the Astoria Park Alliance event calendar.
Tuesday, November 17: Astoria Food Pantry pop-up
The Astoria Food Pantry will be outside the Astoria Houses Community Center at 4-05 Astoria Blvd from noon to 1 p.m. The pantry says its pop-ups bring meals or groceries, clothing through the Free Store, and books from the Rolling Library. Everyone is welcome, not just NYCHA residents. Since this is an outdoor event, bad weather can lead to cancellation. Check the pantry’s pop-up schedule before you go.
Saturday, November 21: Three ways to take part
Astoria Park Alliance’s second Leaf Fest runs from 10 a.m. to noon. Meet at the Field House near the park track. Gloves, tools, and training are provided, and they’re asking volunteers and park visitors to bring shelf-stable items for Astoria Food Pantry. Wear closed-toe shoes. See Leaf Fest Day Two details.
Trinity Lutheran’s Fall Food Drive will be at Key Food, 32-21 Newtown Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It supports the church food pantry. The organizers especially need laundry detergent, toothbrushes, toothpaste, body lotion, shampoo, and conditioner. Read the TrinityLIC announcement.
HANAC Astoria Cornerstone’s Turkey Thanksgiving Drive starts at 11 a.m. at 4-05 Astoria Blvd. Turkeys will be handed out first come, first served, so the organizer recommends arriving early. The post doesn’t list sign-up or eligibility details; check HANAC’s announcement for updates.
There are a few different ways to lend a hand or find support before Thanksgiving. Save the dates and check with each group before making a special trip.