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QED is Having a Crafts Bazaar! Apply to be a Vendor!
Read more →CALL FOR VENDORS Let’s kickoff summer with the inaugural QED Bazaar on Sunday, July 17th, from 1-6pm. We are looking for talented and creative local entrepreneurs, makers, artists, designers and treat masters to become a vendor of the first-ever QED Bazaar. The QED Bazaar will be showcasing the neighborhood’s most creative makers, this curated marketplace features one-of-a-kind jewelry, quirky collectibles, hand-crafted cards, tasty treats, eye-catching art, and vintage finds offered up in an atmosphere that’s all about having fun and celebrating the local community. If you’re interested in being a part of the QED Bazaar, fill in this form by...
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What's New at QED in April?
Read more →Spring is here and QED is blossoming with all sorts of new events and amenities. See below for more information on these exciting new developments!Co Work It at QED!Effective April, QED will operate as a co-working space by opening at 9:00AM. In addition to free WiFi, there will be printing, faxing and scanning services, happy hour prices on coffee, beer & wine and an expanded food menu. Great for the freelancer, QED’s extended hours provide the perfect atmosphere for fostering both creativity and productivity. Check in to co-work five times, and you’ll be rewarded with an Admit Two pass to...
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Q.E.D. Offers Unique Last Minute Gifts For Every Person in Your Life
Read more →There are only a few shopping days left to find that special gift for your boss, the babysitter, your best friend, and that guy or girl you’re kind of seeing but not putting labels on yet. Luckily, Q.E.D. has one-of-a-kind classes, shows, books, journals, and local artwork for every person in your life no matter the personality. And if they’re “impossible” to buy for then a Q.E.D. Gift Certificate is a sure winner. It never expires and can be applied toward shows, classes, books, paintings, food and drinks; whatever they want! Check out these fun gift ideas… For the...
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Happy Hour Special Offer!
Read more →During the month of December, make an in-store purchase during Happy Hour, Monday through Thursday from 4:00 - 7:00PM, and receive an ADMIT TWO PASS* for a show at Q.E.D.! Buy anything from a coffee or beer to a book or a class (hello holiday shopping!!) and treat yourself or a friend to some future quality entertainment! *One Admit Two per person per day. Admit Two pass is not valid towards classes, charitable or special events.
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Small Business Saturday
Read more →We at Q.E.D. are so proud to be a small business in Astoria, Queens! On November 28th, we're celebrating Small Business Saturday! Come join in on the small business fun by meeting one of our fabulous QED representatives during our open house from 12 - 6PM! As a thank you for all of your past, current and future support, we are giving away ADMIT 2 PASSES* to anyone who makes an in-person purchase during our open house. Buy anything from a coffee to a book to an improv class (hello holiday shopping!!) and treat yourself or a friend to some future quality Queens entertainment! Spend $50 and get...
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Q.E.D.'s First Ever TWO-PROV TOURNAMENT
Read more →Welcome to Q.E.D.'s very own first annual TWO-PROV TOURNAMENT! This exciting new series of events will bring together improv teams from all over the city. Teams of two will compete for the glorious title of the best two-prov team in NYC and arguably the world! (Technically it's just QED, but for our purposes, this is the world!) Each round will be carefully judged by a panel of expert judges chosen from the improv and entertainment community and not so carefully judged by the AUDIENCE. Prizes will include CA$H, Swag, trophies, honor, and glory. (See all the gory details below.) Competition/Show dates are...
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Major League Mondays
Read more →You've seen them on TV, sold-out stages, and Netflix comedy specials, and now some NYC's heaviest hitters are performing right in our humble neighborhood. Comics, including Myq Kaplan, Ted Alexandro, Christian Finnegan, and Frank Conniff, have produced & hosted regular shows here on Monday nights since our opening. And now through September, show your MLM ticket & enjoy extended happy hour specials in the backyard garden. Read up on our favorite moments, major players, and whats to come this summer: The Ted Alexandro Show - Monday June 15th, 8pm ...
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Backyard Garden Opens Saturday, June 6th!
Read more →This Saturday, come check out our lovely 300 square foot private patio! We've been hard at work the last few weeks removing piles of trash, leftover lumber, broken glass and weeds to make room for a patio and space to conduct gardening and composting classes. This photo was taken after the trash removal and before the real work began. Come see the finished product beginning this Saturday at 10AM. Mention this blog entry and you'll receive $1 off any iced coffee, tea or QEDelight anytime from 10AM - 7PM on June 6th.
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Throwback Collection!
Read more →Ahhh, the 80's. A simple time, when synthesizer flooded the airwaves, everything smelled of aerosol, and life was filled with excellent adventures. You said you were never gonna give it up, and now you don't have to - because we're celebrating all things throwback with our TBT Collection! Kicking things off is "Takin U Back: 1985" on Friday, May 29th at 8pm, for $10. Join Robb Leigh Davis and Jenn Wehrung as they bring their acclaimed show to QED and transport you 30 (yes, 30) years into the past. 1985 gave us so much - The Golden Girls, We are the World, THE BREAKFAST...
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Mother's Day Gift Ideas
Read more →She takes care of you when you're sick. Loves you unconditionally. Straightens up your apartment. Maybe, sometimes, embarrasses you in front of your friends. She's your mother (or sister or wife or grandmother or aunt or girlfriend) and a bouquet of flowers just ain't gonna cut it this year. But don't fret - we're here to make it easier for you. We've got gift ideas for every type of mom, so you can pick the one best for your gal. For the Artistic Mom: Paint and Sip Sunday, May 10th (Mother's Day) at 2PM - $50 Pamper and express yourself...
