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Pets and Animals / Re: orange tabby on 76th st between 34th/35th ave-lost cat?
« on: February 02, 2017, 02:35:39 PM »
We'd be happy to - one of our cats recently passed on and his housemate is clearly lonely. But was just trying to determine whether he was just out for a stroll and really lives in one of those houses. 

I did ask a woman coming out of one of the homes there and she said there are strays walking about that block. Always sad to see, especially with the worst of winter weather still on the way.

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Pets and Animals / Re: orange tabby on 76th st between 34th/35th ave-lost cat?
« on: January 29, 2017, 12:24:23 PM »

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Pets and Animals / orange tabby on 76th st between 34th/35th ave-lost cat?
« on: January 29, 2017, 10:42:21 AM »
There's a friendly male orange tabby on 76th street.  seems slightly agitated and too clean for a stray so wondering if this is a lost cat.

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Neighborhood Chat / Re: ticket for running a red light on a bike
« on: November 28, 2016, 10:51:35 AM »
I think the biggest problem is a lack of common knowledge of the traffic laws for bicycles. The really do occupy a unique space somewhere between motor vehicles and pedestrians, so it logically follows they should have a unique set of rules...and, in fact, they do.

The trouble is, these rules are not widely known, so it logically follows that they are not commonly obeyed, or enforced. Most people I speak to have no clue what cyclists are supposed to do (or not do) in any given scenario.  I'm talking about cyclists and non-cyclists. That's a recipe for failure, if not disaster, imho.

In my unscientific observation, as a life-long NY pedestrian, motorist since I was 17 - and bike commuter for over 30 years - cyclists are no more unlawful or hazardous than cars or pedestrians - they're merely the 'new kids on the block.' As the hot new, rapidly growing trend in urban planning, their presence (along with new bike infrastructure), for good or bad, is more noticeable today than the presence - and daily illegal behaviors - we're all accustomed to from pedestrians and motorists. 

I predict in 25-50 years bikes will be a much more widely used form of transit in NYC and most of the bugs will be worked out by then. Keep in mind, when cars were introduced here a century ago, their integration with foot and horse-drawn traffic was not an immediate success.

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Community Groups, Activities & Events / Wellness Studios on Roosevelt Avenue?
« on: November 28, 2016, 10:35:15 AM »
Has anyone ever used this spot? We were searching for a very local place to get massage and reflexology. Tired of going into Manhattan and spending top dollar ($150ish for and hour of Swedish or Shaitsu, etc.). 

http://wellnessstudio.wixsite.com/wellness-studio

https://www.yelp.com/biz/wellness-studio-jackson-heights

We did find a few comparably priced places in Woodside, etc. but would love to support a legitimate business within walking distance of home.  We're doing the Sri Chimnoy race this weekend and would love to have an appointment on the way home from FMCP!

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Community Groups, Activities & Events / Kids Learn to Bike class, Bike Rodeo, and Bike Swap in Astoria this Saturday
« on: October 19, 2016, 09:53:27 AM »
Join TA Queens, Make Queens Safer and the Variety Boys and Girls Club Queens
for a neighborhood day of fun activities for kids on bikes.

This Saturday, Oct 22
10:30am - 2:30 pm
Variety Boys and Girls Club
Astoria, 21st St @ 30th Rd

@@@@@ 30th Rd will be closed for cars @@@@@
>>>>>Must bring your own bike and helmet to participate<<<<<


Open to all kids and middle schoolers:
Test your bike skills on the Bike Rodeo obstacle course (10:30am – 12:30pm)
Upgrade your bike to the next size at Recycle- A-Bicycle Bike Swap (11am – 2pm) (For children accompanied by a parent/legal guardian who fit on a 24" wheel bike or smaller.)
Learn How to Ride with lessons from Bike New York, ages 5 & up (12:30pm – 2:30 pm) (Parent/legal guardian can register their child for the class at http://tinyurl.com/vbgcbikeclass
Create reflective stickers for your bike or helmet and color streetscape pictures at the Creativity Table (11:30am – 2pm)
Get your fit and safety checked with a Bike Inspection by mechanics of Nomad Cycle
Mark your bike with Bicycle ID Etching from the NYPD 114th Precinct (11am-2:30pm)
Use a speedgun to record car speeds on 21st Street and observe street behavior with a mentor (1:00pm – 2:30pm)
***Must bring your own bike and helmet to participate***
***Parent/legal guardian must be present to sign participation waivers***

With generous support of: Bike New York, Recycle-a-Bicycle, NYPD 114th Precinct, Nomad Cycle, New York Coalition for Transportation Safety, Dutch Kills Centraal, Vesta, Sac's Place & Bel Aire Diner

Organized by the Transportation Alternatives Queens Campaign for Traffic Calming on 21st Street @transalt #Fix21St



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Neighborhood Chat / Re: Woman is Raped in Jackson Heights, 84th and 35th Avenue
« on: September 07, 2015, 06:24:32 AM »
I hate being a fear mongerer, but awful incidents like this one remind us how we need to stay vigilant. One thing I'd suggest is to be careful about using headphones and ear buds, especially when walking alone. It reduces your ability to hear in your environment (e.g. if someone comes up behind you), which in turn can impact your safety.

It's no guarantee, of course, but anything you can do to keep safe is a plus.

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Neighborhood Chat / Gunshots heard early on Sept. 7?
« on: September 07, 2015, 06:20:35 AM »
Wondering if anyone heard what sounded like gun shots around 2:45 AM on Sept. 7 in the vicinity of the JH Post Office?

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Neighborhood Chat / Re: 2015 Ghost Bike Ride - save the date! 4/19
« on: April 08, 2015, 12:01:32 PM »
The final schedule for the 10th Annual Ghost Bike Memorial Ride is now posted on ghostbikes.org: http://ghostbikes.org/node/1090

Please keep in mind, you are welcome to jump on the ride at any point; using the timed schedule you can just meet up while the groups are at any given bike.
 
These times are approximate, but usually are pretty close. You can also check real time arrivals via Twitter: https://twitter.com/nycstreetmem #memride2015

Please note there are train stops given on the schedule, where available, in case you preferred to get to the ride via subway.

If you can kindly RSVP via Facebook, that will help ride leaders know how large a group to expect: https://www.facebook.com/events/562818727154339/

Thanks and hope to see you there.

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Neighborhood Chat / Re: 2015 Ghost Bike Ride - save the date! 4/19
« on: April 07, 2015, 04:16:15 PM »
Update: the rain date will be the following Sunday, April 26th
 
And here is a Facebook event page, where you can RSVP.: https://www.facebook.com/events/562818727154339/
 
We generally tweet as we arrive/leave each bike, so you can jump on the rides at any point.  The detailed time schedule for all rides will go up on the web site soon, so stay tuned here or on FB.

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Neighborhood Chat / 2015 Ghost Bike Ride - save the date! 4/19
« on: April 01, 2015, 08:44:14 AM »
Hi all

Just wanted to give a heads up for this annual ride which covers the five boroughs to pay respects to cyclists who've died in the previous year.  2015 marks the tenth anniversary of Street Memorials' rides in NYC, so if you've never done one of these, this is a good one to get in on.

The ride will be Sunday, April 19.  There are several rides running simultaneously in each borough, and they have different starting times between 9 AM and 12 noon. All rides converge around 4:30 PM on the final bike; this year that will be near city hall.  There is usually an after-spot, and there are tons of train options there if you'd rather take it easy going home.

There will be two rides in Queens this year, a longer one which runs from NW Queens south nearly to the Nassau County border & back.  I'll be leading the shorter Queens ride which will focus around Flushing Meadows Corona Park, and then work its way through Roosevelt Island heading back to Manhattan.

This is a slow, respectful and law-abiding ride. Not a race, not a provocative critical mass type thing. It's essentially to raise awareness for traffic hazards, advocate for safer conditions and primarily, to honor the casualties of 2014. You can expect to see media coverage, as well as involvement of families and friends of the fallen riders. Without question, it's a very important and emotional event.

Here is the main web page with the basics on the event: http://ghostbikes.org/events

More details will be added as we finalize the schedule of each ride. 

You can also check back on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCGhostBikes/events

and Twitter: https://twitter.com/NYCStreetMem?lang=en

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Community Groups, Activities & Events / 9th Annual Memorial Ride and Walk Sunday, April 6, 2014
« on: April 01, 2014, 01:58:20 PM »
I'll be co-leading the Queens leg of this year's 9th Annual Memorial Ride and Walk, on Sunday, April 6, 2014 (Rain Date is the following Sunday, April 13).

We will meet at Diversity Plaza at 12 noon, and then ride to the official start at 94th St. & Liberty Ave. by 1 PM.

This is a slow-paced, respectful ride to raise awareness and pay tribute to traffic casualties over the last year. Bike riders of all levels are most welcome, and there are segments for pedestrians as well.

The full schedule is here: http://ghostbikes.org/node/1036

Please note there are simultaneous rides in different boroughs, which all converge near the Williamsburg Bridge in Brooklyn at 4:30 PM.

The Annual Memorial Ride and Walk brings New Yorkers together to remember pedestrians and cyclists killed in our city over the past year. This will mark the ninth year that this event has occurred. Riders will visit the site of each ghost bike, a white-painted memorial for cyclists, installed since 2013. Please help us show solidarity with the family and friends of those lost by joining us for this important event. Bring flowers and other items to honor those lost.. The ride has been growing each year and with the rising accident figures, it's important to show unity and support for the safety of all, as well as sympathy for the loved ones of the casualties.

Hope to see you out there on the 6th.

More info:

Day-of updates: www.twitter.com/nycstreetmem
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/578709165553268
To Like: www.facebook.com/NYCGhostBikes

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Community Trade and Classifieds / 2 Ikea cotton slipcovers for EKTORP loveseat (1 New in Box!) $100
« on: December 01, 2013, 05:08:57 PM »
We no longer have our Ikea Ektorp love seat, so we are selling two slip covers we bought as spares. The asking price is $100.00.

They are a cotton blend, and are machine washable:

1 Dark ("Idemo") Blue, BRAND NEW, NEVER USED, still sealed in original packaging!



1 Light ("Svanby") green, lightly used condition. There are a few small stains and blemishes but this is a good spare for when you want to launder your other ones or just want a change of color.




The colors can be seen here: http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S09932592/

One new slipcover will cost you $150 plus shipping/tax at Ikea so, for a new one AND an extra in excellent shape, this is a great deal.

These come from a smoke-free home; we are a married couple with no children, so our furniture stays in pretty nice condition.

Please feel free to email with any questions.

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Community Trade and Classifieds / Ikea Ivar Solid Pine Shelf Unit for sale $100
« on: December 01, 2013, 05:03:13 PM »
We are selling an Ikea IVAR shelf unit with 20" Deep center section, and 12" angled sides.  We are asking $100.00


It consists of:

- a center section with five deep shelves (19 5/8" deep, 35" wide) - this unit alone sells for $83 new http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S29896362/

- left and right side sections with angled shelves (these are a great size which was discontinued and are no longer available at Ikea); these side shelves are 16" wide, left to right. They narrow in depth (front-to-rear) from 19 5/8" at the inner part to 11 3/4" at the outer edges, and have 12" deep uprights at each end. These uprights cost $12 each new, not counting the angled shelves - we are including five angled shelves for each side (ten angled shelves total).
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/73755709/#/83756609

Essentially the asking price is less than what you'd pay for the center section and two 12" deep uprights, plus we are throwing in 10 angled shelves (which are no longer available from Ikea) for free.

Also included are the pegs for supporting the shelves (fully adjustable in height, just move the pegs up or down as desired). and a steel center brace which screws into the rear of the center uprights (you'll just need to supply your own four wood screws and a screwdriver for this). Assembly and shelf height adjustment is super fast and easy.

The entire unit is very sturdy and made of solid pine, which looks great as is, or is ready for stain or paint, if you prefer. The height of the uprights is 70" (5' 10").

I Have a photo album up here: http://s263.photobucket.com/user/pgoat/slideshow/Ikea%20Ivar%20Shelves

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Community Trade and Classifieds / Re: Two slipcovers for Ikea Ektorp loveseat- One EXC., One NEW in box!
« on: October 27, 2011, 09:45:35 PM »
*Bump* we still have these for sale - price reduction to $125!!!

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