News, Events & Local Businessess in Middle Village Queens
Community Education Council 24’s next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 28 at 6:30 p.m.
The meeting will take place inside the auditorium at PS/IS 128 in Middle Village.
Guest speakers include Jai Griem, director of district planning at the Department of Education. Madelene Chan, the superintendent, will also conduct a C4E presentation.
For more information, visit www.facebook.com/cec24.
Last week, FDNY Captain and Middle Village resident Brian Gill was given the Hero Award by the Juniper Park Civic Association.
The accolade is awarded to local residents who commit heroic acts, the civic says. Gill was presented the award at their September 19th meeting.
According to the civic, Gill responded to an apartment fire in the Bronx last September. Their water was delayed, and were told that high winds would affect the fire.
Gill and his team reached the 12th floor apartment door, but realized they could be subject to “blowtorch conditions.” They proceeded anyway.
After opening the door, the firefighters saved the first victim. Gill crawled through the apartment to look for more people.
In the back bedroom, he found a semi-conscious man and brought him to safety, shielding him from the flame.
All of the victims were rescued successfully.
Earlier this year, Gill received the Uniformed Fire Officers Association Medal, the civic says.
The annual candlelight vigil at Juniper Valley Park is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11 at 7:30 p.m.
The program includes speeches, music, poems, reflection and a view of the Tribute in Light.
Organizers advise bringing a candle or flashlight, as well as a lawn chair and an American flag.
For more information, visit www.911vigil.org.
On Thursday, August 22 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 a.m. the following morning, the Health Department is conducting another adulticide treatment to reduce mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus.
Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Queens, including Maspeth, West Maspeth, Middle Village, Glendale and Blissville.
In case of bad weather, the spraying will be pushed back to Monday, August 26 or Tuesday, August 27.
The Health Department says it will use very low concentrations of the insecticides Anvil® 10+10 and/or DeltaGard®.
The risks of these pesticides are low to people and pets. Some people who are sensitive to spray ingredients may experience short-term eye or throat irritation, or a rash.
People will respiratory conditions may also be affected, health officials say.
To stay safe during spraying, residents are being asked to stay indoors whenever possible. Air conditioners can remain on.
And while it is unnecessary, residents can close air conditioner vents or choose the recirculate function.
After spraying, health officials say residents should wash their skin and clothing exposed to pesticides with soap and water. Always wash fruits and vegetables with water as well.
To reduce exposure to mosquitos, here are some tips courtesy of the Health Department:
As the new school year approaches, Queens Borough Hall is collecting backpacks and school supplies as part of its annual drive.
“Project: Back to School” is organized by the Coalition for the Homeless, and provides homeless children with backpacks filled with things they need for school.
Borough Hall is accepting donations from now through Wednesday, August 28 at 120-55 Queens Boulevard, on the first floor in the main lobby.
You can also donate #2 pencils, hard and soft pencil cases, pencil sharpeners, crayons (24-count boxes), colored pencils, washable markers, Elmer’s glue, glue sticks, composition notebooks, binders, ruled paper, safety scissors, pocket folders and scientific calculators.
The donated items are anonymous and non tax-deductible.
The annual Queenboro Dance Festival is touring Queens parks this summer, and it’s making a stop at Juniper Valley Park on Saturday, July 27 at 2 p.m.
There will be free performances and dance activities from diverse dance companies, featuring the cultures of India, Greece, the Philippines, Ecuador and more.
Altogether, the dance festival features 33 dance companies.
For a full schedule, visit queensborodancefestival.com.
Tonight, stop by Councilman Bob Holden’s district office in Middle Village for a “conversation with your councilman.”
The town hall-style event begins at 6:30 p.m. and runs until 8 p.m.
The office is located at 64-69 Dry Harbor Road.
To RSVP, contact avaichunas@council.nyc.gov or 718-366-3900.
Believe it or not, Middle Village is the tenth most expensive neighborhood in Queens, according to PropertyShark.com.
The area’s median sale price in the second quarter of 2019 was $725,000. That’s behind neighborhoods like Ditmars-Steinway and Hunters Point in western Queens and Fresh Meadows and Jamaica Estates in eastern Queens.
TriBeCa remains the most expensive neighborhood in New York City at $4.34 million, followed by Hudson Yards at $3.68 million. Little Italy snagged the third spot, and Cobble hill jumped to seventh.
You can see the full PropertyShark report here.
This Tuesday at 7 p.m., The Polka Brothers will perform in Middle Village as part of the 2019 Juniper Valley Park Festival.
The concert series is from NYC Parks, Councilman Bob Holden and the Juniper Valley Park Conservancy.
On July 23, Back to the Garden will celebrate Woodstock’s 50th anniversary, followed by Jerry Drake & the Front Page Band on July 30.
The series will conclude with Generations playing classic rock on August 6, which coincides with National Night Out Against Crime.
See you all at the park!
The JC Players are hosting a lovely afternoon treat for you and your kids on Saturday, July 27.
A special tea and story time with Belle will be held at the Community United Methodist Church from noon to 2 p.m. Come dressed as your favorite character and enjoy story time and crafts. There will also be tea, juice, and goodies, in addition to a dance party.
Tickets are $5 in advance and $8 at the door. For more info, please call Randi at 917-647-7526 or email randi817@hotmail.com. You can also visit 917-647-7526.
The JC Players will perform their adaptation of “Beauty and the Beast” in August. Stay tuned!