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THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 THE QUEENS TIMES PAGE 9

Resorts World New York City Honors New Temporary Exhibit
Women’s History Month . . . Unveiled at Local Queens . . .

(Continued from page 7) to feature creators from NYC and and we’re excited to give these (Continued from page 7) • Epirus has an area of 3551
my new home of Philadelphia women a place to display their square miles, and borders Albania
The exhibit, “Center Stage: who are deeply dedicated to their meaningful and creative works.” wonderful display.” to the north.
The Power of Women Artists art careers and have demonstrat- Rush Philanthropic Arts Foun- Museum Director Vicki Kantlis, • The liberation of Ioannina,
in New York and Philadelphia,” ed having unique artistic voices dation has partnered with Phil- “The hard work was worth it. Our capitol city of the region, is com-
was curated by Danny Simmons, perfected over years working in adelphia-based women-owned new limited time exhibit is a suc- memorated the 21st of February.
who grew up in Jamaica, Queens, their art studios, pushing limits gallery and resource center 1040 cess and was a wonderful opening • Founded in 2003, the museum
and along with his brothers, and creating beautiful works of Creative to help pull this show to- for hosting the delegates of the was renovated and officially re-
music mogul Russell Simmons, art.” gether. Two of the artists featured Pan Epirotic Association amongst opened in 2022.
and hip-hop legend Joseph “Rev “Women are so often seen in the exhibit, Pauline McCall many others.” • The museum permanent collec-
Run” Simmons, co-founded the as the subject of artwork, rather and Marcy Morris, are founding Museum Curator Peter S. Giak- tion includes traditional costumes
Rush Arts Gallery. Danny is also than the creative force behind members of 1040. Our other ex- oumis, “After researching for 7.5 from the various regions of Epi-
the founder and VP of the Rush it,” said Michelle Stoddart, Vice hibiting artists are Kate Fauvell, years and completing my book rus, Greece.
Philanthropic Arts Foundation. President of Community Devel- Lusmerlin, Ellen Tiberino, Char- three years ago, I find myself in About The Heritage Museum of
“This powerful exhibit high- opment, Resorts World New York lotte Mouqin, Wanda Payne and the unique position of being able Epirus in Astoria, NY: Located in
lights the importance of women City. “We could think of no bet- Sheena Vaughan. to further the historical goals of the heart of the Greek community
artists in the cultural landscape,” ter time than Women’s History “Center Stage: The Power of the Heritage Museum of Epirus of Queens, the Heritage Museum
said Danny Simmons, Founder Month to give these artists the Women Artists in New York and in Astoria. The temporary exhibit of Epirus is the only museum in
and Vice President, Rush Philan- recognition they deserve. Danny Philadelphia” will be on display is the culmination of hard work New York City devoted to pre-
thropic Arts Foundation. “I am has launched the careers of some at the casino’s famed Red Wall and I am very proud of that. I serving Greek heritage. Under the
honored to have the opportunity of the world’s top artists today Art Gallery through June 16. hope all our visitors to the exhibit auspices of the Society of Epirotes
leave with a better understanding Anagenesis and Ladies Auxiliary
Queens Chamber Of Commerce Hosts and appreciation for the history “Souliotissai”, the museum spe-
and dedication of the wonders of cifically focuses on the culture
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon learning and cultural awareness and traditions of Epirus, a region
that this museum and exhibit located at the Northwest corner
represent.” of Greece. https://anagenesisny.
(Continued from page 6) member Vickie Paladino, Coun- Administrative Officer Jennifer • Epirus is a province in the org/heritage-museum-of-epirus/
cilmember James Gennaro , and O’Sullivan on their well-deserved northwestern corner of Greece. about-the-museum/
Football Club (NYCFC) is proud Councilmember Robert Holden. recognition, and the Queens
of our longstanding work in the “I’m proud to be here to Chamber of Commerce for host-
Queens community creating free celebrate the wearing of the ing a successful St. Patrick’s Day CM Linda Lee Hosts
soccer programming, building green – and the earning of it,” Luncheon.”
community soccer pitches, and said New York City Mayor Eric “The Queens Chamber is a Neighborhood Forum . . .
investing almost $800 million Adams. “Irish immigrants came leader and partner in lifting up
to build the first soccer-specific here for the American dream, and the immigrant-owned small busi-
stadium. We look forward to ex- on Saint Patrick’s Day we honor nesses that comprise Queens, one (Continued from page 6) Center for putting together an
panding on that work by continu- everything they have done for our of the most ethnically diverse engaging presentation.”
ing our relationship with impact- city and our communities. My ad- urban areas in the world,” said tee on Mental Health, Disabilities, “The rise in hate crimes isn’t
ful local organizations like the ministration reflects the diversity Kevin D. Kim, Commissioner of and Addictions. “These senti- just alarming, it’s dishearten-
Queens Chamber of Commerce.” of this city, and we are proud that the NYC Department of Small ments have no place anywhere ing and discouraging, and we’re
“Irish immigrants and Irish- a proud Irish-American and the Business Services. “The contri- in our City - let alone Queens, grateful for the partnership and
Americans helped build New first woman to lead the FDNY, butions of Irish Americans to where our great diversity of faith support of Council Member Lee
York City from its start and Laura Kavanagh, is being rec- our economy, culture, and infra- and culture gives us the moniker and Speaker Adams to help us
continue to make amazing contri- ognized at today’s luncheon. Lá structure can be felt throughout of the ‘World’s Borough’. I believe educate and advocate within
butions to our business commu- Fhéile Pádraig sona duit!” the city each and every day. I am that the best policies are curated our communities,” said Danielle
nity everyday,” said Tom Grech, “The Queens Chamber of proud to join with the Chamber from the ground up, so I am proud Ellman, CEO of Commonpoint
President and CEO, Queens Commerce once again hosted in honoring the historic leader- to work collaboratively with ex- Queens. “Forums like these - as
Chamber of Commerce. “These a fabulous St. Patrick’s Day ship of Commissioner Laura perts and community members well as opportunities for col-
contributions ensure Queens is Luncheon that recognized the Kavanagh, who helps to keep to create initiatives that will keep laboration - are key to bringing
a beautiful, thriving, safe place many contributions made by the our businesses operating safely our neighborhoods safe. I thank our community closer together
to live, work, and play. We are Irish American community in each day.” Speaker Adams, Senator Stavisky, to combat ignorance, racism, and
grateful to be able to honor two Queens,” said Queens Borough “Irish-American have made Assembly Member Braunstein, hate and provide a safer place for
extraordinary Irish-American President Donovan Richards Jr. some truly incredible contribu- Commonpoint Queens, and the all of our neighbors.”
Women, Fire Commissioner “’The World’s Borough’ would tions to this country, and espe- Simon Wiesenthal Center for their “At a time of surging anti-
Laura Kavanagh and Jennifer not be the special place it is today cially to this borough,” Council- partnership in this community Semitism and hate in our city, the
O’Sullivan, and thank them for without the hard work and dedica- woman Joann Ariola said. “To- forum as we combat hate crimes Simon Wiesenthal Center is proud
all they have done for Queens.” tion of our Irish American resi- day, we have a chance to honor and create safer communities.” to partner with both Speaker Ad-
The luncheon featured a dents. I wish them and everyone all those sons and daughters of the “The Council has not sat back ams and Councilmember Lee to
Presentation of Colors by the in Queens a Happy St. Patrick’s Emerald Isle who have made their in the face of increased hate,” bring a powerful program on hate
2nd Battalion 25th Marines, led Day and extend my heartfelt mark on our communities, and we said Speaker Adrienne Adams. crime prevention to the local com-
by Color Sergeant Ibarra; the congratulations to the Chamber’s recognize two in particular for the “Instead, we have been a leader in munity. We need to do all we can
National Anthem, sung by Scar- distinguished honorees.” work they’ve done to better New taking proactive steps to address to ensure that our communities
lett Levin; a benediction from “The annual Queens Chamber York City.” hate within our communities. The are SAFE, and well-equipped with
Reverend Monsignor Alfred P. St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon repre- About the Queens Chamber of Council has allocated funding the necessary skills and resources
LoPinto, President and CEO of sents an opportunity to celebrate Commerce: - The Queens Cham- to invest in local programs like to combat hate in all of its forms.
Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and uplift the contributions of our ber of Commerce is the oldest Sunday’s hate crime prevention Today was a critical step in that
& Queens; a performance by the Irish American community,” said and largest business association community forum. Community process. We commend Speaker
FDNY Emerald Society Pipes and City Council Speaker Adrienne in Queens, representing more safety is achieved through a com- Adams and Councilmember Lee
Drums; and remarks by Mayor Adams. “Irish Americans have than 1,400 businesses and more prehensive approach that engages for their incredible leadership,”
Eric Adams, Queens Borough shaped New York into the city than 150,000 Queens-based em- New Yorkers, and I thank Council said Michael D. Cohen, Eastern
President Donovan Richards, it is today, and it is important to ployees. Its mission is to foster Member Linda Lee and the Simon Director of the Simon Wiesenthal
FDNY Commissioner Kavanagh, continue highlighting their indel- connections, educate for success, Wiesenthal Center for their part- Center.
O’Sullivan and Queens Chamber ible impact. I congratulate Fire develop/implement programs and nership to combat hate so that all The event included presenta-
Board Chair Howard Graf. Also Commissioner Laura Kavanagh advocate for members’ interests. our communities remain safe.” tions from the Simon Wiesenthal
in attendance were Council- and NYCFC Chief Legal and www.queenschamber.org “In recent years, New York Center’s Associate Director of
City has seen a disturbing uptick Research, Emily Thompson, who
Assemblywoman Nily Rozic Appointed to The New York in hate crimes, and we must con- provided an in-depth analysis of
State Assembly’s Budget Committee For Education tinue working together to reverse Digital Terrorism and Hate across
this unacceptable trend,” said social media online, how seeing
(Continued from page 4) The Assembly’s State Fiscal since the formula was created Assembly Member Ed Braunstein. hate and propaganda online can
Year 2023-24 Budget proposal in 2007. The Assembly’s budget “It is incumbent on every one of us affect the minds of young people,
semblywoman Rozic will focus would provide $34.3 billion in would also eliminate the gov- to speak up when we witness any and measures to prevent this harm
on fully funding schools, school funding to General Support for ernor’s proposals to remove the form of hate, whether observed from occurring. This presentation
based health centers, and ex- Public Schools, an increase of regional charter cap in New York in our neighborhoods or seen in was followed by the Simon Wi-
panded Teacher Centers. She will $3 billion or 9.7 percent, over City and to reissue the authoriza- our digital communities. I want esenthal Center’s Director of Re-
also advocate for early college the 2022-23 school year. The As- tion of “zombie” charters. to thank Council Member Lee search, Rich Eaton, who detailed
program funding and support for sembly’s proposed spending plan The proposal also includes for spearheading this event and trends in hate crime reporting
nonpublic schools for STEM and includes $2.6 billion to fully fund Commonpoint Queens for hosting,
art instruction. Foundation Aid for the first time as well as the Simon Wiesenthal (Continued on page 10)