Ready to get your creativity on mixed with a ton of fun? Come paint a pint glass/shot glass combo at Neir’s Tavern at  87-48 78th St, Woodhaven and uncork your creative side! On Wednesday, January 24 at 7 PM  join in for this special combo glass painting party. The class fee is $35  and includes a pint glass, a shot glass, paint, supplies, as well as in-depth instruction to make your pieces come to life!

Be sure to register in advance to save your spot.

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Questions? Contact the instructor at Katie.Dunne@DrinkableArts.com.

Maria Thomson, a longtime leader for the Woodhaven community, has passed away.

In addition to her role as executive director of the Greater Woodhaven Development Corporation and the Woodhaven Business Improvement District, Thomson was a member of Community Board 9 and wrote weekly columns about Woodhaven’s businesses for local papers, including the Leader Observer.

The wake will be held at Walker Funeral Parlor (87-34 80th Street) in Woodhaven on Sunday and Monday from 2-5 p.m. and later from 7-9 p.m.

Burial Mass will be held on Tuesday, January 16th 2018 at 10:30 AM at St. Thomas The Apostle Church (87th Street & 88th Avenue)

As news broke regarding her death, the community and elected officials paid respect to Thomson across social media.

Just learned that Maria Thomson has passed away. Maria spent countless hours working on behalf of our community. She loved Woodhaven with a passion and she will be missed.Our condolences go to Maria's husband Robert, her daughter Alena, and all of Maria's friends and family. pic.twitter.com/EC4uxHgYNJ

— Project Woodhaven (@projwoodhaven) January 10, 2018

Just received word that legendary Maria Thomson, the embodiment of community service, has passed away. She loved Woodhaven with all her heart and soul and will be sorely missed.

— Eric Ulrich (@eric_ulrich) January 10, 2018

Devastated to hear the passing of Maria Thomson. She was a champion and fighter for Woodhaven. She will be greatly missed.

— Mike Miller (@assemblymanmike) January 10, 2018

More About W.O.R.K.S. Little League 

W.O.R.K.S. Little League (Formerly Rich-Haven Little League) has been serving the communities of Richmond Hill and Woodhaven since 1958. In the year 2002 we merged with Ozone Wakefield Little League. We now serve Woodhaven, Ozone Park, Richmond Hill, Kew Gardens and South Ozone Park.

The philosophy and goal of Little League Baseball is to teach good citizenship, build character, and team work through the game of baseball. These are all tools required to be successful in life.

W.O.R.K.S. Little league has over 700 Volunteer Members that consist of players, coaches, managers, umpires etc.

W.O.R.K.S. Little League was the first Little League in NYC to have a Challenger Division. We can truly say that we serve ALL children.

The Woodhaven Cultural and Historical Society held its 25th annual Festive Holiday Celebration last Wednesday at Emanuel United Church of Christ in Woodhaven.

Hundreds of people attended the celebration and enjoyed a holiday lunch accompanied by entertainment and gifts.

Woodhaven Historical Society executive director Ed Wendell also announced the group received a grant from the Queens Council for the Arts, which will go towards an art program for adults next year.

The society already works with local schools P.S. 60 and P.S. 97 by dropping off art supplies for the children. But the new program would give adults the opportunity to show off their creative sides.

The program will be a series of eight classes instructed by artist Natalia Borgia from Beaver Tattoo, a local tattoo shop. Each class will center around painting local scenery. Six classes will be held at Emanuel United Church of Christ, while two classes will be out in the field.

Read the full story on the Leader-Observer

 

Join us Woodhaven House at 63-98 Woodhaven Boulevard for a night that you won’t soon forget! On December 23rd, Almost Famous will flawlessly recreate your favorite rock and roll hits from the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. The event will be held from 10pm to 1am so bring your friends and party on!

The Woodhaven Residents’ Block Association is hosting their annual Christmas party tonight!
According to the organizers, they will have catered food, music and a celebration of friendship. Come out tonight and meet and greet new friends and neighbors in the neighborhood. You can also bring a friend or two!

Where: Emanuel United Church of Christ – Upstairs Hall
93-12 91st Ave (corner of 91st Ave and Woodhaven Blvd)

Date: Friday, December 15th

Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

This afternoon, the Woodhaven Library will host a free screening of the 2017 film, “The Big Sick.”
In the film, Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family’s expectations, and his true feelings. The film, one of the highest-grossing independent films of 2017, is loosely based on actual events from the couple’s lives.
The movie will be screened between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Woodhaven Library is located at 85-41 Forest Parkway.
Light snacks will be provided but you can also bring your own.

There are only a few days left to participate in Assemblyman David Weprin’s Holiday Toy Drive.
Don’t forget to drop off a new or gently used toy, book, or puzzle to either of Weprin’s district offices! The closest office is the Richmond Hill District Office located at 111-12 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 5. The toy drive will run until Monday, December 18.

Weprin’s other district office is located at 185-06 Union Turnpike in Fresh Meadows.

Get ready for some holiday cheer in Woodhaven this weekend.
The Christmas tree and Menorah lighting will take place this Friday at 6:30 p.m. and the “Welcome Santa to Woodhaven” Parade will be held on Saturday, December 2 at noon.
Next week, Santa Claus will return to Woodhaven for a photo opportunity so bring the whole family down!

The 102nd Precinct Deputy Inspector Deodat Urprasad announced Tuesday that members of the precinct’s police force will wear body cameras during their shifts. As part of a pilot program with the 105th Precinct, officers on the 4 p.m. to midnight shift wear the body cameras throughout their entire tour. Officers will start recording at the start of their shift and the cameras will continuously document everything. At the end of their shift, the officer docks the footage on a server.
“It all helps with the prosecution of crime,” Urprasad said.
Eventually, every precinct in the city will have body cameras.
He further stated that the area covered by the 102nd Precinct had 230 less victims than last year, a 21% percent decrease in crime rate for the year thus far.