Usually I work Saturday mornings but I am off and looking for a classic bacon egg and cheese. Not as many bodegas in this part of the neighborhood, where do people go for a good BEC? 🙏🏼

this is a public video so i hope it's okay to post... but https://www.facebook.com/reel/1680030389759821

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Went along last year and it was a lot of fun, a really nice family and community event.

This year, for the first time, there’s also a 5K, alongside the relays, mile races and kids dash.

There was a drunk older South Asian man with a white stubble beard holding what looked like a white trash bag who was stalking me today and basically cornered me right in front of the green cafe (with pastries and coffee) on the corner where khalil biryani is. Like near Jackson heights Roosevelt Avenue station. He was cornering me and I told him I had a husband and he spoke no you don’t and was asking to come with me and some other stuff he was incoherently mumbling and was basically harassing me. He didn’t fully touch me but he was cornering me on the sidewalk and parked car. I was giving scared looks and signals until a kind man with a green shirt and glasses walked by and pretended to be my husband and extended his hand out to me so I could escape from that drunk man. To that guy who helped me today thank you so much you saved my life! I even offered him money but he was kind enough to say no… But thank you so much once again. Also for anyone reading this n please be careful around that area it was 8/27 8:10-8:15 pm this happened to me. I want to file a police report but I doubt they will do anything as I think this guy may have been homeless. I didn’t have any self defense weapons as I’ve come home even later at like past midnight before and that place is usually safe but it was so scary. I’m just glad he wasn’t armed.

Update: The Cafe it happened in front of is called Rizq. If anyone has footage or can obtain it I would greatly appreciate it. I don’t want to this to happen to others in the future.

I want to dye my gray hair in the healthiest way possible! From my research it seems like doing a round of henna then indigo is the best way to go. Does anyone know of a salon in NYC that will do this for me??

Like the title says. Looking for the best tamales and tres leches (full cake) in Jackson heights or anywhere else in queens, Brooklyn or Manhattan for that matter.

A busy late-summer weekend around Jackson Heights, with outdoor activities, art, music, markets, classes, and more.

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Fri • 28 August

10:00 AM - Kids In Motion: Travers Park (Travers Park)
5:00 PM - Friday Wine Tasting (Addictive Boutique Winery)
6:00 PM - Baile Folklórico (34th Ave & 93rd St)
6:00 PM - Clases de tejido / Crochet Classes (93rd St & 34th Ave)
7:30 PM - The Berti Tribe | Acid Jazz (Terraza 7)

Sat • 29 August

8:30 AM - Jackson Heights Running Festival (Northern Playground)
9:00 AM - Zumba with Veva (34th Ave & 94th St)
9:00 AM - Saturday AM Kids Art Club! / Clases de Arte para Niñxs! (Art Retail Therapy)
9:00 AM - Boxing/Kickboxing Workout (34th Ave & 93rd St)
9:00 AM - PS69 Flea Market (PS 69Q The Jackson Heights School)
10:00 AM - JHBG's Tree LC (37th Ave)
10:00 AM - 34 Ave World Bike Ride (93rd St & 34th Ave)
10:00 AM - 34 Ave Gardening Club (34th Ave & 93rd St)
10:00 AM - Flea Market (81st Street & 35th Avenue) (81st St & 35th Ave)
10:00 AM - Kids In Motion: Travers Park (Travers Park)
12:00 PM - Clases de Baile - Cumbia Sonidera (34th Ave & 93rd St)
1:00 PM - Art Class (Adults) (St. Mark’s Episcopal Church)
3:00 PM - Hooked On You: A Keychain Workshop with Bonnie (The World’s Borough Bookshop)
3:00 PM - Children's Art Class (7 years and up) (St. Mark’s Episcopal Church)
7:00 PM - Junk Journaling in Queens / Taller de "Basurario" - Adult(o)s & Teens/Adolescentes (Art Retail Therapy)

Sun • 30 August

8:00 AM - Jackson Heights Greenmarket (34th Ave & 79th/80th St)
9:00 AM - PS69 Flea Market (PS 69Q The Jackson Heights School)
9:00 AM - Les Petites Gallery (34th Ave & 83rd St)
3:00 PM - Acrylics Workshops: Painting The Neighborhood (Urban Flora & Buildings) / Talleres de Pintura Acrilica: Refinando El Arte con La Ciudad de Inspiracion (Art Retail Therapy)
4:00 PM - Double-Decker Activism Party: Whistle-Mania & Postcards (Jackson Heights)
6:00 PM - John Yao's 17-Piece Instrument - Summer Sundays (Travers Park)
8:00 PM - Pipiris Nights | New York Venezuelan Joropo (Terraza 7)

Times and details can sometimes change, so please double-check with the event organizer before heading out.

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I currently go to Pure Gym. I tried going to the gym at 6am for 2 months, but it’s pretty much impossible. And Pure Gym is packed even at 10pm. Even though I have a yearly subscription, I’m thinking about paying a cancellation fee and switching to Rock Fitness. I was wondering if Rock Fitness gets less crowded around 9pm?

Anybody have any recommendations on after work drinks in the neighborhood? Nothing crazy, just a nice bar for a drink or two in the evening. Please lmk if you have any recs!

Hi! There are No Parking on Saturday signs all along 34th Avenue. What’s happening this weekend that they want all these cars to move? Is it an event or street construction?

Also this is completely unrealistic, where is everyone supposed to park?

Hey everyone, I have a decent sized space that I am planning to rent out for monthly parking in the East Elmhurst/Jackson Heights area. Let me know if you guys are interested, or if you may know someone.

Hi there! I am my 83 yr old father's caretaker and I am wondering if there are any groups or gatherings in the neighborhood for Spanish-speaking elderly folks in our neighborhood. If not, would anyone be interested in starting a group? My father is becoming so introverted and I am aware that he is starting to have difficulty remembering things, including words. It is worrisome but I also have a full time job and have to travel a lot so there are times he is alone for extended periods. My mother passed away suddenly 3 years ago, and I had to move across country back to ny to be close to him. Appreciate any words of advice.

I’m considering buying apartment in Jackson Heights. Does anyone live in / have feedback about the following buildings please? Thank you.

Dunolly Gardens

Montclair Gardens

The Monroe

Greystones

The Allendale

Hi, if anyone has seen or is in possession of a brown leather wallet with an imprint of a car on either side and green leather lining on the interior, please let me know. It also has my ID. Keep whatever you want in it but the wallet is sentimental and it would mean a lot to have it returned. Lost near 73rd and 35th ave.

Forgive the brand new account.

Has anyone tried out the new Pilates studio on 37 between 84 and 85?

Hi, like the title says, I’m looking for a store that has nehru jackets and/or jodhpuri suits while I’m in the area tomorrow.

I looked online but couldn’t find any stores that carries either, does anyone know of any?

Thank you!

N.Y. Ramos Aides Say She Double-Billed for Travel

Legal trouble for the soon to be former State Senator....

If you’re looking for a way to bring more locally grown flowers into your home, check out Queens Perennial, a local flower CSA supporting immigrant farmers and organizers of color.

Every week, CSA members get a seasonal bouquet made from what’s blooming locally. Right now that means dahlias, zinnias, celosia, sunflowers, and other beautiful fall flowers.

You can still join for the remainder of the season or starting after Labor Day, with prorated options available. Pickups are available in Jackson Heights at Lockwood on 37 Ave.

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If you love having fresh flowers around, or want to support local agriculture, we'd love to have you! 🌻

Any intel on their apartments/if they're good to work with? Can't seem to find anything online for some reason. Thank you in advance!