Get The Scoop On Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of September 4th

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Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of September 4th

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THE THREE GEORGES: A New Lens on the Revolutionary War — And the Black Patriot Who Represents Thousands Coming Into the Light

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THE THREE GEORGES: A New Lens on the Revolutionary War — And the Black Patriot Who Represents Thousands Coming Into the Light

United States — National Freedom Day Foundation (501(c)(3)) — The Revolutionary War’s 250th anniversary has already passed, yet one of its most powerful truths is only now being restored.  Author Venita Maria Benitez releases The Three Georges: “3GS” 1776–1783 Revolutionary War (Commemorative Edition) — a warm, hopeful, and deeply human retelling of America’s founding years that finally brings George Key, a free Black Patriot, into the light where he always belonged.

For generations, America taught us about two Georges: George Washington and King George III.

But the story was never meant to be told in twos.

In this commemorative edition, all three Georges stand together — Washington, King George III, and George Key, the Black Patriot whose courage and presence shaped the Revolutionary War era but was left out of the nation’s memory.

And George Key is not standing alone. He represents thousands of Black Patriots whose names, stories, and sacrifices are finally coming into the light.

Is Youth Gun Violence an Epidemic That Could Hurt Someone You Love?

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Is Youth Gun Violence an Epidemic That Could Hurt Someone You Love?

Youth violence does not happen in isolation. It is connected to the four obstacles to success facing poor families, young people, and communities:

1. Dysfunctional family systems

2. Fractured communities

3. Poor education

4. A lack of sustainable income

These four obstacles can affect a young person’s stability, guidance, education, opportunities, and hope for the future. Fractured families can create fractured communities. Limited educational support can restrict future workforce opportunities. A lack of sustainable income can make it more difficult for families to move beyond poverty and can limit access to positive pathways.

The Create Conversations Community is designed to address these conditions through healing, communication, mentorship, education, leadership development, job training, employment, apprenticeships, workforce development, and wealth education.

Understanding the relationship between these obstacles and youth violence is an important step toward creating safer, more hopeful communities.

This is an introduction to a four-part series that will address youth violence, its relationship to the root causes of poverty and crime, the four obstacles to success faced by poor families, and the Create Conversations Community’s response.

I invite you to follow this series and join the conversation.

Which of these four obstacles do you believe has the greatest impact on young people and families in our communities? 

Let’s Build the Future, Together. Click Here and Tap in to join the conversation.

Rozalyn Shepard

Create Conversations Community
Rise Network Community Development Corporation

Get The Scoop On Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of August 28th

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Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of August 28th

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Get The Scoop On Queens Caribbean Carnival Preview

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Queens Caribbean Carnival
Marches Forward with Cultural Vibes

The Shops at Skyview Celebrates US Open Season with Shopping, Style and Fan Experiences

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The Shops at Skyview Celebrates US Open Season with Shopping, Style and Fan Experiences

Queens, NY — The Shops at Skyview will celebrate tennis season with “Ready, Set, Serve.” a US Open-inspired fan experience running August 20 through September 13. Located just one subway stop and a 10–15 minute walk from the US Open, Skyview invites tennis fans to extend the excitement beyond the courts with shopping, interactive experiences, and live match viewing.

Throughout the event, guests can capture their own tennis moment at an immersive photo booth at the entrance. During Finals Weekend, select US Open Finals will be shown on the Big Screen, culminating with the Men’s Singles Final on September 13 featuring a live DJ, refreshing drinks, giveaways, and more.

Fans can also get tournament-ready throughout the center. Retailers including Nike, Adidas, Old Navy, and Target will offer tennis-inspired apparel and accessories, while Sephora provides a convenient stop for sunscreen and other sun-protection essentials before heading to the matches.

“With the US Open right in our backyard, we want to give both visitors and the Queens community another way to be part of the excitement,” said Wesley Sin, Senior Marketing Manager of Acadia Realty Trust, owner of The Shops at Skyview. “It’s a great opportunity to connect sports with shopping, entertainment, and community experiences.”

“Ready, Set, Serve.” is complimentary and open to the public. For updates, follow @theshopsatskyviewny on social media or visit the official website www.theshopsatskyviewny.com/events

Get The Scoop On Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of August 21st

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Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of August 21st

Get The Scoop On Jamaica Bay In This Op-Ed By Neighbor Johanna Ortiz

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Neighbor Johanna Ortiz Reveals
The Magic of Jamaica Bay

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Johanna Ortiz, Edgemere

Jamaica Bay is one of the most magical places in our neighborhood, a wild, living stretch of water and marshland tucked right between Far Rockaway and JFK. It’s easy to pass by it without thinking, but once you slow down and really look, you realize how special it is.

This bay has a story.  

Once heavily polluted and overlooked, Jamaica Bay has become one of NYC’s most important coastal ecosystems. It’s home to salt marshes, protected wetlands, and one of the largest bird sanctuaries on the East Coast. It’s a place where nature fights to thrive, and where we get a front‑row seat to its resilience.

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Get The Scoop On Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of August 14th

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Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of August 14th

Get The Scoop On Why Blacks Have A Cure for Sickle Cell Anemia But Few Can Access it

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Sickle Cell's Quiet Revolution: A Cure Exists - So Why Can't Black America Access It?

By AiSha | Digital Green Book and Kamau Austin for Southeast Queens Scoop

According to Pharmacy Times, "In a historic medical breakthrough, 21-year-old Sebastien Beauzile from Laurelton, Long Island (Queens, NYC) , has become the first New Yorker to be cured of sickle cell anemia. This life-changing transformation was made possible through Lyfgenia (in Spring 2025) , a pioneering gene therapy that corrects the genetic defect responsible for the disease. Sebastien's journey offers hope to countless others battling this debilitating condition."

Pharmacy Times also added "Sebastien's battle with sickle cell anemia began at just four months old, leading to years of excruciating pain and frequent hospitalizations. Traditional treatments provided little relief, making daily life a constant struggle. However, with the advent of Lyfgenia, a therapy that introduces healthy genes into stem cells, Sebastien's life has been transformed. He now enjoys activities previously hindered by his condition, such as working out, traveling, and pursuing his education. ​

The success of this treatment not only marks a personal victory for Sebastien but also signifies a monumental advancement in medical science. By effectively curing sickle cell anemia without the need for bone marrow transplants, Lyfgenia paves the way for new therapeutic approaches to genetic disorders. This breakthrough offers renewed hope to millions affected by similar conditions worldwide."

Sebastien and Cohen Children's Medical Center weighed in "A new birthday, a new beginning!  After living with sickle cell anemia for over two decades, Sebastien is now disease-free thanks to Lyfgenia — a groundbreaking genetic treatment.

“Growing up with sickle cell, it’s kind of been over all my life,” Sebastien said. “So now that I’m cured, I’d say it’s my new birthday because now nothing’s going to stop me.”

Sebastien was the first patient in New York to receive this life-changing therapy, and with the generous $100,000 donation from civil rights attorney Ben Crump, we will continue advancing sickle cell care for more patients. We are so happy to celebrate Sebastien’s incredible journey and the future of sickle cell treatment!

Get The Scoop On Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of August 7th

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Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens the Weekend of August 7th

Renowned Jamaican Chef
Charlotte Billings Brings
Authenic Island Cuisine to
Queens Village for 3rd Year on

August 8th 2026

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Get The Scoop On The Renowned Jamaican Chef Bringing Authenic Island Cuisine to Queens Village

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Renowned Jamaican Chef
Charlotte Billings Brings
Authenic Island Cuisine to
Queens Village for 3rd Year

By The Southeast Queens Scoop

The irresistible aromas of authentic Jamaican cooking will once again fill the air in Queens Village, as renowned Jamaican chef Charlotte Billings brings her passion for traditional island cuisine to the Third Annual Nadz Bring Old Time Sinting Jamaican Nyamings on Saturday, August 8, in Queens Village.

For Billings, cooking is far more than preparing delicious meals. It is a ministry of love, resilience, and cultural pride that has taken her from the hills of Jamaica to communities across the United States, where she continues sharing the rich culinary traditions of her homeland one plate at a time.

A Journey of Faith, Perseverance, and Purpose

Charlotte Billings' story is one of determination in the face of adversity.

Growing up in Jamaica, Billings endured discouragement from those who repeatedly told her she would never succeed. Rather than allowing those voices to define her future, she chose to chart her own path. During a difficult period in her life, she discovered a passion that would transform everything—cooking.

Get The Scoop On Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens July 31st - August 2nd Weekend

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Fun and Empowering Events in Southeast Queens July 31st - August 2nd Weekend

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