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✨ This week in Astoria: Feb 2nd - 8th

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ASTORIA LIVE | January 2nd, 2026

Hello Astoria,

Hope you are staying warm through this endless cold spell! At least we've had sunlight to illuminate the slushy corner puddles. Hang in there! Read on for all the events happening close by, you won't have to trudge too far!
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Reminder that tomorrow is a special election to replace the open seat left by Zohran. More details in my last issue.

Special Election Info: NY State Assembly Member

This election is to fill Mamdani's vacated seat this year for the remainder of his term, but there will also be a primary in June, and then the general election in November.

  • Election Day: Feb 3 , 2026

Find your poll site and preview a sample ballot here: https://findmypollsite.vote.nyc/​

Cheers,
Stacey

This week's sponsor:

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This week in Astoria

February 2nd - 8th

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Monday, February 2, 2026

​Maria Kaushansky Trio at Sweet Afton​

7pm, Sweet Afton, @masha_piano_gal

Maria Kaushansky is a pianist based in Astoria. She will return to Sweet Afton to perform a set of original music from her new album "Northbound to Finch", jazz standards and pop favourites! This event is free.

Mario Kart Mondays!

9pm, Shillelagh Tavern, @Shilltavern

Come play with some fellow Mario Kart racers! Every Monday at 9PM we have a FREE tournament! All skill levels have a change to win the grand prize of a $50 gift card!

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

​Astoria Creatives Hangout​

Heart of Gold, @thequittingfactory​

​Music with Miss Jaclyn (Ages 0-4yrs with Caregiver)​

10:30am, Sky Village 21st Street, @missjaclynmusic

A Weekly music class for children ages 0-4yrs with their caregivers

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

​Ceramic Slumber Party- Screening: The Love Witch​

6:30pm, Mostly Good Studios, @mostlygoodstudios

A movie night (with clay & friends)!! Enjoy a cozy night of movies and making at Mostly Good Studios. A low instruction, process-y, play based ceramic club session.

​Express Yourself! Abstract Paint n' Sip​

7pm, Fifth Hammer Brewing Co., @aliceabstract

Not your average Paint n’ Sip—this experience is all about creative freedom, exploration, and expressing yourself without step-by-step rules. Enjoy guided support, all supplies included, a 5oz beer or soft drink, and leave with a one-of-a-kind artwork.

Open Mic Night

7:30pm, Shillelagh Tavern, @ShillTavern

Every Wednesday at Shillelagh we celebrate our local artists! Come by and put your talent on display with the most welcoming people in Astoria! Or come by and watch some great tunes!

​Egg Freezing Q & A​
​Free info session at Open Fertility Astoria about egg freezing and fertility preservation. Learn about the process, key considerations, and cost options, with time for Q&A. Snacks and beverages provided.

Thursday, February 5, 2026

​Honey Tasting Class​

7:15pm, The Honey House at Astor Apiaries, instagram.com/honeyhouse.nyc

Join Master Beekeeper Nick Hoefly for a one-hour Honey Tasting Class at The Honey House featuring a guided tasting of four distinct honey varietals. You’ll learn how bees, flowers, and seasons shape flavor and aroma while gaining insight into beekeeping and the role bees play in our ecosystem. $29/person

Trivia Thursdays!

8:30pm, Shillelagh Tavern, @ShillTavern

Hosted by New York Trivia League, FREE trivia every Thursday and the chance to win a $50 gift card!

Friday, February 6, 2026

Bomb Shelter Comedy Show

8pm, Shillelagh Tavern, @Shilltavern @Bombsheltercomedy

Stop by the Shill on Friday for a FREE comedy show presented by our friends Bomb Shelter Comedy! It’ll be a biweekly show, and if you’re an Astoria comedian talk to our guys about signing up!

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Saturday, February 7, 2026

​Love Notes​

12pm, Mostly Good Studios, @mostlygoodstudios

Craft your Valentine’s Day cards with love at Mostly Good Studios! Gather around with friends and neighbors for an afternoon of creating! We’ll provide all crafting necessities for cards made with love.

Karaoke Saturday with Jack

11pm, Shillelagh Tavern, @Shilltavern

FREE Karaoke with the best host in all of New York, Jack Boice!

​Galentine’s for Gaza​

11am, QED, Queens_collective_4_pal

Celebrate love at QED on February 7, 11 AM - 2:30 PM, at Galentine’s for Gaza — a fundraising market in support of families living through the genocide. Come get a tarot reading and enjoy a drink while shopping handmade crafts, romantic reads, and self-care products, all while supporting your community here and in Palestine.

Sunday, February 8, 2026

​Fix It Yourself: Everyday Clothing Repairs​

1pm, Q.E.D. Astoria, @whatisheybailsdoing

Learn how to fix everyday clothing issues in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop. You’ll learn and practice simple hand-sewing techniques, then apply them directly to your own garments (buttons, seams, hems, and straps included). **No sewing experience required. Just bring 1–2 clothing items and leave with practical skills you can use right away (and a take-home sewing kit!) $25

Astoria Horror Club

1pm, Shillelagh Tavern, @Shiltavern @AstoriaHorrorClub

Astoria Horror Club presents an all day movie marathon! If you’re not interested in SPORTS come by for a Valentine’s Day horror movie BYO brunch!

Remember to verify all event details with the organizers!

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