Jamaica playwright wins APAC playwright contest
Playwright Esta Fischer from Jamaica is the winner of The Astoria Performing Arts Centers Second Annual Playwright Contest. More than 80 scripts were submitted from across the country according to APACs Executive Producer Susan Scannell. 
Queens Jewels reflect boros historic parks
The Queens Historical Society is pleased to present Queens Jewels: A History of Queens Parks. On loan from the City of New York Parks & Recreation, the exhibition celebrates the history and highlights of Queens Parks. More than 70 vintage
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