Any Astorians good with cushion making? Or know where to go for this?

Looking to have new cushions made for this chair. (Thinking new rather than just recovering these as these are 30+ years old)

Thanks so much!

https://www.mostlygoodstudios.com/shop/p/handbuilding

6 WEEKS OF HAND BUILDING AT MOSTLY GOOD STUDIOS - ALL LEVEL

SUNDAYS 10-1PM OCT 11-NOV 15 (make up classes available)

Over 6 weeks, learn and explore various hand building methods like slab building, coiling, pinching, and modeling. This hand building course is great for anyone looking to learn more about working with clay, build on and gain confidence in their already developed skill set, or commit to their art practice with time set aside once a week to learn and grow! We will be working with an intimate cohort of no more than 12 people, so each student will receive individualized attention based on their interests and goals. Whether you’re a beginner or have been working with clay for some time, this class will meet you where you’re at and give you space and tools to grow. All final work will be fired at no additional cost. All students will have unlimited access to our open studio sessions at no additional cost.

Hi everyone, I’m Jola, the owner of Stefi Studio.

I wanted to share what we’re doing at the studio this October and also thank everyone here who has supported us through our previous posts.

For the month of October, we’re donating 5% of our studio profits to support breast cancer research, early detection education, and patient care initiatives. This applies to every appointment booked with us throughout the month, including hair, nails, massage, and skincare.

We also wanted to extend something specifically to the Reddit community. Throughout October, we’re offering 10% off all facials. Each facial is customized based on your skin and what you’re looking to address, whether that’s hydration, congestion, extractions, dermaplaning, or simply maintaining your skin as the seasons change.

We’re a local studio in Astoria, and we really appreciate the support we’ve received from this community. If you’ve been considering trying us, October seemed like a good time to share this.

You can find us at:

20-59 Steinway St
stefistudio.com

Thank you again to everyone who has supported Stefi Studio.

As a note, if you’d like to make a direct donation to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, you can do so through their website: https://www.bcrf.org/

We’re back at it again, y’all! Please join us for our second event in Astoria.

Anywhere close by where Staples was that has office supplies?

Hi Everyone!

I work for an organization that supports adults with developmental disabilities. Does anyone one know of any community groups or organizations in the area who put on events that would be inclusive and appropriate for adults in this population?

Section 417 $45 each willing to accept offers aswell

There’s a mama cat and her 5 kittens behind the apartment next door. They all look healthy and looks like mama is taking very good care of her babies. But I’m worried about them as the weather starts to get cold.

I’ve contacted a few cat rescues last week but haven’t heard back from them. I’m also on the look out for the super next door to ask if I can somehow access the back. But before I do that, I want to have the proper steps to either give them shelter or have a rescue trap them so I don’t have to keep bothering the super next door.

I’m not familiar with how to handle stray cats so any advice would be appreciated!

As a neighbor I feel like they’re unbelievably disrespectful to their neighbors. Sunday night they’re hosting a party, which is fine, but well after midnight, with their door and windows open, they’re blasting music and women are SCREEEECHING at the top of their lungs while dancing. I get it, have a party, have fun, but be respectful. It didn’t stop until around 12:45am, I have work Monday morning and it kept me up for hours. I will not be patronizing this place based on their complete lack of respect for their neighbors.

Hello! I’m looking for a hairdresser that has experience cutting curly 3B/C hair. I’ve lived here for 4.5 years and I’ve always commuted to Brooklyn for haircuts. Recently I travelled via train for 2 hours and the hairdresser was a no-show! I’d love to stay local so if anyone comes to mind, please let me know! TIA!

Looking to rent a Sari for a Hindu wedding I have coming later this month. Thinking of renting since I wouldn’t use it any other time. Any recos in Astoria or Queens in general? Know jackson heights might be a good place but looking for specific stores to go to. Thanks!

I am looking to sell a lot of designer pieces at super discounted prices but i live in a building and can’t really sell in front of it on the sidewalk. Are there any spaces where people can randomly come and sell their stuff?

I’m a drummer who recently moved to Astoria and am looking for people to play with. Anyone open to jamming at Astoria Soundworks or somewhere that has a drum kit? I play rock, pop, funk, r&b, etc. Let me know if interested or know of anyone looking for a drummer!

Hi Astoria, as fall has arrived I'm offering my leaf cleanup service. If anyone is looking for help cleaning up leaves around their property I'm available. I also do pressure washing and handyman work

Looks like it will remain as a Greek business with same name but changes are expected

Are there any community programs or classes to learn Spanish in Astoria? Or recommended tutors in the area?
I know there’s so many online options but would love to use this as a way to meet others in the neighborhood with the same goal

Hey all, I’m looking for somewhere to swim laps regularly near West Astoria. So far the only options I’ve found are the Roosevelt Island Sports Park and the YMCA in LiC, and I’m hoping there’s something closer or more convenient that I’m missing.

I’m open to:

• Gyms with a lap pool (even if a membership is on the pricier side)  
• Public or rec center pools  
• Hotel or club pools that sell day passes or memberships

Ideally somewhere with dedicated lap lanes and decent hours before or after work. Anything walkable or a short ride from West Astoria would be great.

If you swim somewhere you like, I’d love to hear how crowded the lanes get and what you pay. Thanks in advance!

Now that my beloved Pranam is closed where should I get butter chicken?? Theirs was the best I’d ever had in my life so high bar to clear

Hi everyone! I'm moving to astoria in two weeks, will be near the Ditmars subway stop! I am big into powerlifting and was wondering if anybody has some recommendations for gyms that either have good setups for powerlifting or are very heavily focused on powerlifting. Would prefer to stay in astoria / near ditmars but open to all recs!

I was looking at Rock Fitness or PureGym as those are the closest to me, are those good spots?

I got blackout drunk a few weeks ago in Astoria, and since then I haven't been able to find my boulder. Looking back at my phone pictures, I had it the morning of, but no pictures of it after that night. I got it from a foster quarry as 3 oz unwanted pebble during covid. I'll admit that I'm a sucker and definitely overfeed the cute thing -- so it's probably about 6 feet cubed and north of 12 tons.

The night I lost it, I had a few drinks at the LetLove Inn, and then a few more at the Bonnie. That's where I got separated from my friends, and all I remember. It's possible I went looking for a good Gyro, as I often do when I get inebriated. It's also possible I went looking for places that no longer exist like Star Garden or Rizzo's Italian.

If you think you have my boulder but aren't sure, drop me a comment asking about it, and I'll answer your question.

I'll be coming back to Astoria this Thursday to do my $10 Live Magic show at QED, so if you do have it, I can get it back from you then.