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Year built: 1959
Purchase date: 07/03/2025
Purchase price: $11,009,125
Here's the design for the upcoming new building. I really like it
www.caliendoarchitects.com/project-gallery/31-05-astoria-...
History of the site:
After 40 years in business the Neptune Diner located in Astoria, Queens, NYC served its last meal on Sunday, July 29. 2024. The owners claimed they were not given a chance to renew their lease, because the property will soon be turned into a residential building.
Since 1983, The Katsihtis brothers have owned the building on Astoria Boulevard but not the land, which was sold in 2018 for over $10 million.
The brothers also had a 35-year lease which expired in 2019. But since then, they were not able to come to a long-term agreement with the landlord.
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But that's what Long Island City/Astoria needs is another apartment building. It's already so overbuilt, it's ridiculous. Yet they keep tearing them down and building new ones, many of which are luxury rentals. The neighborhood is losing its character to steel and glass.
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This photo is part of the overall album titled
Queens: 31-05 Astoria Blvd North - Before & After Construction
"I just want to be there in love and in justice and in truth and in commitment to others, so that we can make of this old world a new world."
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William Tarr’s 1974 weathering Cor-Ten steel black sculpture stands atop the plaza of Martin Luther King Jr. High School down the street from Lincoln Center on the Upper West Side at 66th and Amsterdam. All four sides of this cube include important dates in the life of the civil rights leader as well as famous quotes.
The cube is also covered with lots of cryptic initials. BTWHS/MC/CTS/BU is a list of his schools: Booker T. Washington High School, Morehouse College, Crozer Theological School and Boston University. SCLC/MIA are the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and the Montgomery Improvement Association. On another side are the initials of his family: CSK is Coretta Scott King, and and a block with his four children: Yolanda King, Martin Luther King III, Dexter King and Bernice King. ‘RDA stands for the Rev. Ralph D. Abernathy; ‘JJ for the Rev. Jesse Jackson and ‘BR for Bayard Rustin. Among the dates in his life are 12/10/64, for his acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize and 4/4/68 for the date of his assassination.
“Let us be dissatisfied until every man can have food and material necessities for his body, culture and education for his mind, freedom and human dignity for his sprit.”
Decoding the Upper West Side’s Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Sculpture - Click to read this fascinating article
About the Artist:
William (Bill) Tarr (1925 – 2006) was a sculptor, painter, photographer, magician, bestselling author, husband, father, and dedicated artist for over 50 years. His monumental public works have been seen by millions from all over the world, and his 30 x 30 x 30 ft. welded steel memorial to the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King is perhaps New York City’s most renowned public work. Yet, Bill remains relatively unknown.
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Part of the album: Manhattan: Lincoln Square
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"Life imitates art far more than art imitates life" – Oscar Wilde.
Oscar Wilde’s famous quote suggests that art shapes our perception of reality more than reality shapes art. Rather than merely reflecting life, art actively influences how we see, interpret, and experience the world, guiding our emotions, behaviors, and even societal norms.
- Socratic Method
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24-01 Queens Plaza North - Before/After Construction
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Year built: 1959
Purchase date: 07/03/2025
Purchase price: $11,009,125
Here's the design for the upcoming new building. I really like it
www.caliendoarchitects.com/project-gallery/31-05-astoria-...
History of the site:
After 40 years in business the Neptune Diner located in Astoria, Queens, NYC served its last meal on Sunday, July 29. 2024. The owners claimed they were not given a chance to renew their lease, because the property will soon be turned into a residential building.
Since 1983, The Katsihtis brothers have owned the building on Astoria Boulevard but not the land, which was sold in 2018 for over $10 million.
The brothers also had a 35-year lease which expired in 2019. But since then, they were not able to come to a long-term agreement with the landlord.
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But that's what Long Island City/Astoria needs is another apartment building. It's already so overbuilt, it's ridiculous. Yet they keep tearing them down and building new ones, many of which are luxury rentals. The neighborhood is losing its character to steel and glass.
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This photo is part of the overall album titled
Queens: 31-05 Astoria Blvd North - Before & After Construction
After almost an entire year, this project is starting up again thanks to new funding
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8:00 am on June 30, 2025
Updated Design Revealed for 561-Unit Skyscraper at 30-25 Queens Boulevard in Long Island City, Queens
newyorkyimby.com/2025/06/updated-design-revealed-for-561-...
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30-25 Queens Blvd / 29-10 Northern Boulevard
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DeWitt Clinton (March 2, 1769 – February 11, 1828) was an American politician and naturalist. He served as a United States senator, as the mayor of New York City, and as the sixth governor of New York state.
"Success is not about beating others, it's about becoming the best version of yourself."
~ DeWitt Clinton
He was born in Little Britain, New York, which today is a hamlet in the western part of New Windsor. He attended Kingston Academy and began his college studies at the College of New Jersey (now known as Princeton University) before transferring to King's College (which was renamed Columbia College, and eventually Columbia University, while he was a student there; Clinton was in the first class to graduate under the school's new name.)
"Dream big, believe in yourself, and make it happen."
~ DeWitt Clinton
Clinton shaped the history of New York in the first decades of the nineteenth century. Best known for his indefatigable efforts to build the Erie Canal—derided as “Clinton’s Ditch” by opponents. The canal was completed in 1825, and transformed the nation, as the canal was the first navigable waterway connecting the Hudson River to Lake Erie, essentially providing access from the Atlantic Ocean to the upper Great Lakes above Niagara Falls, vastly reducing the costs of transporting people and goods across the Appalachians. The Erie Canal accelerated the settlement of the Great Lakes region, the westward expansion of the United States, and the economic ascendancy of New York state.
As mayor, Clinton established the New York public school system, and literally helped to shape the city by appointing the planning commission that plotted the grid of streets and avenues. He advocated social reform and promoted a number of cultural institutions, including the New-York Historical Society.
Info obtained from Wikipedia & Columbia University websites
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Part of the album titled Queens: Astoria
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They erased history and removed the beautiful fountain and replaced it with a lawn and new trees. That's progress for you
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Long Island City: Court Square
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Overview of 7 Train Upgrades in Queens
The 7 train line, which connects Flushing to Midtown Manhattan, is undergoing significant upgrades in Queens, including at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station. These improvements are part of a broader initiative to enhance the subway system's infrastructure and accessibility.
Key Upgrades at 33rd Street–Rawson Street Station
Accessibility Improvements
ADA Compliance:
The station is currently undergoing renovations to become ADA-accessible. This includes the installation of elevators, which is part of a larger $6 billion investment in accessibility across the subway system.
Elevator Installation:
The contract for adding two elevators at the station was awarded in December 2023, with work expected to improve access for all riders.
Structural Enhancements
Temporary Platforms: To accommodate construction, temporary platforms have been set up at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station, along with other nearby stations.
Service Changes:
As part of the ongoing upgrades, Manhattan-bound 7 trains are skipping the 69th and 52nd Street stations through early 2026. Riders are advised to use nearby stations like 74th Street–Broadway and 61st Street–Woodside during this period.
Timeline and Impact
Construction Duration:
The upgrades are expected to continue into 2026, with various phases of work being coordinated to minimize disruptions.
Customer Experience:
These improvements aim to enhance the overall customer experience by providing better access, improved safety, and modernized facilities throughout the 7 train line.
These upgrades are crucial for ensuring that the subway system meets the needs of all New Yorker's, particularly those requiring accessible transit options.
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Sunnyside's 46th Street was christened "Luke Adams Way" in August 2015, honoring the late neighborhood resident and advocate who died in 2014 and was known as the "best promoter in Queens".
Full article: Street Renamed After Civic Leader Who Helped Build Iconic Sunnyside Arch
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"Memories of Twenty-Third Street" project
From the 1880s through the 1920s, 23rd Street was a major vaudeville, entertainment, and cultural district; "Ladies Mile," the fashion and department store haven of the time, was located nearby. In his mosaic “Memories of 23rd Street,” Keith Godard represents the area’s history through the various hats icons of the neighborhood may have worn. The celebrities Godard had in mind include Jim Brady, Oscar Wilde, Sara Bernhardt, Mark Twain, and Lillian Russell. "In addition to bringing back memories of the specific time period and people and appealing to the viewers on a more common level as fascinating hats, this design can also serve as an interactive, playful, and witty landmark," Godard says. "As a diversion, passengers waiting for the subway train might try to picture people on the opposite platform 'wearing' the hats they are standing beneath!"
Further info:
Memories of Twenty-Third Street
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Part of the album titled: NYC Subway
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BEFORE & AFTER CONSTRUCTION
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Further info on 42-19 24th Street
Further info on 23-10 Queens Plaza South aka Opus Point
This is a dual album as these two major construction projects are situated just across 24th street @ Queens Plaza South from one another
Overview of 7 Train Upgrades in Queens
The 7 train line, which connects Flushing to Midtown Manhattan, is undergoing significant upgrades in Queens, including at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station. These improvements are part of a broader initiative to enhance the subway system's infrastructure and accessibility.
Key Upgrades at 33rd Street–Rawson Street Station
Accessibility Improvements
ADA Compliance:
The station is currently undergoing renovations to become ADA-accessible. This includes the installation of elevators, which is part of a larger $6 billion investment in accessibility across the subway system.
Elevator Installation:
The contract for adding two elevators at the station was awarded in December 2023, with work expected to improve access for all riders.
Structural Enhancements
Temporary Platforms: To accommodate construction, temporary platforms have been set up at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station, along with other nearby stations.
Service Changes:
As part of the ongoing upgrades, Manhattan-bound 7 trains are skipping the 69th and 52nd Street stations through early 2026. Riders are advised to use nearby stations like 74th Street–Broadway and 61st Street–Woodside during this period.
Timeline and Impact
Construction Duration:
The upgrades are expected to continue into 2026, with various phases of work being coordinated to minimize disruptions.
Customer Experience:
These improvements aim to enhance the overall customer experience by providing better access, improved safety, and modernized facilities throughout the 7 train line.
These upgrades are crucial for ensuring that the subway system meets the needs of all New Yorker's, particularly those requiring accessible transit options.
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"Keep It Movin'!!", designed by LaGuardia Community College's Fine Arts student Fernanda Contreras, is one of NYC's largest street murals, unveiled on October 6, 2025, on the 29th Street "LaGuardia Community Greenway" in Long Island City, Queens. Covering 17,000 sq ft, it spans 29th Street (between 47th Ave & Skillman Ave) with designs celebrating local subway lines and NYC walkability.
Check out this "Keep it Movin!! creation video
Project Name: "Keep It Movin'!!"
Location: 29th Street, between 47th Ave & Skillman Avenue, Long Island City, Queens (outside LaGuardia Community College).
Designer: Fernanda Contreras, LaGuardia Community College Fine Arts student.
Size: 17,000 square feet.
Features:The mural transforms a former roadway into a pedestrian plaza, featuring designs representing the 7, G, E, F, and N/R/W subway lines.
Background: The project, created in partnership with the NYC Department of Transportation (DOT), was a collaborative effort involving, among others, the LaGuardia Community College President Society.
Purpose: To beautify public spaces and create a vibrant, safe pedestrian area for students and the local community.
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30-25 Queens Blvd / 29-10 Northern Boulevard -
Before & After Construction
January 15, 2025 / Time: 8:48 a.m.
24° F / Real Feel: 10° F
Still walking to work & Loving it!
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Part of the album: Walk/Commute to/fro Work
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The Sunnyside Train Yard, Queens, NYC is comprised of 180 acres (72.8 hectares), which is 6x the footprint of Hudson Yards, 2x the size of Battery Park City, and 30 acres larger than Roosevelt Island. As with the other yards (Atlantic & Hudson), Sunnyside is also slated to have a platform constructed above it, so as to further erect buildings and roads atop that. For several years now major realtors have been building properties around the perimeter of the Sunnyside Yard. They're all like vultures, waiting on the kill.
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30-25 Queens Blvd / 29-10 Northern Boulevard -
Before & After Construction
Queens: Long Island City
Alexander Calder's Le Guichet abstract take on a box office features a hand reaching through an irregular-shaped hole to represent a ticket window, which visitors often peer through while posing for photos.
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Part of the album: Manhattan: Lincoln Square
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30-25 Queens Blvd / 29-10 Northern Boulevard -
Before & After Construction
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Based on the location of the school across the street, I pulled up the New York City Tree Map (a street map of planted trees) and determined that this is a Crataegus, commonly called hawthorn, quickthorn, thornapple, May-tree, whitethorn, Mayflower or hawberry. Of which there are 1,000 or more species. Gracious, that's a lot of names and information.
You too can learn about trees in NYC via the New York City Tree Map (click to view the map) which includes 873,757 trees of 542 species spread throughout NYC's five boro's
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Part of the album titled Queens: Astoria
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"Black or White"
Creation date: August 2018
Address: 400 E 11th Street, New York
Artist: Eduardo Kobra
www.new-york-city-travel-tips.com/eduardo-kobra-new-york-...
Little gifts we receive. And it's up to us photographers to capture them
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Included in the album titled: Queens: 35-10 Skillman Avenue - Before & After Construction
This is a comparison of what presently is and what will soon be
ALTA+ LIC
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There's something about this tree (a Thornless
honeylocust) that I admire. No idea what it is, though I look at it through the seasons whenever I happen down 29th Street between 34th Ave/Broadway in Astoria
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You too can learn about trees in NYC via the New York City Tree Map Click to View the Map which includes 873,757 trees of 542 species spread throughout NYC's five boro's
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Part of the album titled Queens: Astoria
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Overview of 7 Train Upgrades in Queens
The 7 train line, which connects Flushing to Midtown Manhattan, is undergoing significant upgrades in Queens, including at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station. These improvements are part of a broader initiative to enhance the subway system's infrastructure and accessibility.
Key Upgrades at 33rd Street–Rawson Street Station
Accessibility Improvements
ADA Compliance:
The station is currently undergoing renovations to become ADA-accessible. This includes the installation of elevators, which is part of a larger $6 billion investment in accessibility across the subway system.
Elevator Installation:
The contract for adding two elevators at the station was awarded in December 2023, with work expected to improve access for all riders.
Structural Enhancements
Temporary Platforms: To accommodate construction, temporary platforms have been set up at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station, along with other nearby stations.
Service Changes:
As part of the ongoing upgrades, Manhattan-bound 7 trains are skipping the 69th and 52nd Street stations through early 2026. Riders are advised to use nearby stations like 74th Street–Broadway and 61st Street–Woodside during this period.
Timeline and Impact
Construction Duration:
The upgrades are expected to continue into 2026, with various phases of work being coordinated to minimize disruptions.
Customer Experience:
These improvements aim to enhance the overall customer experience by providing better access, improved safety, and modernized facilities throughout the 7 train line.
These upgrades are crucial for ensuring that the subway system meets the needs of all New Yorker's, particularly those requiring accessible transit options.
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#7 Train Upgrades/33rd-Rawson Street Station
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Cafeteria Marketplace Signs Lease At 32-02 Queens Boulevard
Summary of transaction details:
Property Type: Retail
Transaction Amount: $75/ft
Square Footage: 3,421
Address: 32-02 Queens Boulevard
Market: Long Island City
Landlord: Related & Greenfield Partners
Tenant: Cafeteria Marketplace
Further info:
traded.co/deals/new-york/retail/lease/32-02-queens-boulev...
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This is both welcomed and exciting news to anyone whom works in this neighborhood, as food choices are quite limited. Thank you!!
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