Phagwah Parade 2019 is the annual Holi Parade organized at the Richmond Hill, Queens, New York by Hindu Parades and Festivals Committee, Inc., under the direction of the federation of the Hindu Mandirs and The Arya Spiritual Committee. The Parade was on March 31, 2010. It is an important event of the Caribbean Hindu Community and is associated with the Holi Festival.There were floats and marchings sponsored by:NYPD Police BandNYPD Desi SocietyNYCD New York City Correction DepartmentArya Spiritual CenterFederation of Hindu Mandirs IncMaaco, My Home Link Realty, Ballwant Persuad, Herman Singh Show, Rose Valley Cakes, DJ Rocky, Bamboo Garden Shree Krishna MandirShri Trimurti Bhavan MandirNMCRA Connectors Realty, Addabbo & Greenerg, Queenslaw.com, Richmond Hill - S Ozone Park Lions Club, Lo... 03/31/2019

A historically rich neighborhood, Richmond Hill is located in the borough of Queens, a moraine createdby rocks and debris formed while glaciers descended down North America. Richmond Hill is part ofQueens Community Board 9 and 10. Its boundaries are Kew Gardens to the North, Jamaica to the East,Ozone Park to the South, Woodhaven to the West and Glendale and Forest Hill to the Northwest. Wellknown for its large-frame single family homes, most preserved since the turn of the 20th century.Richmond Hill is in close proximity to John F. Kennedy International Airport, the Van Wyck Expresswayand Belt Parkway. It is conveniently located to the outer boroughs of Brooklyn, Long Island and with theLong Island Railroad or subway to Manhattan.A culturally explosive community, one of the popular even... 04/23/2011

Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives (HAFA) $3,000 Cash Relocation Assistance Program For Richmond Hill, NY Homeowners. "Certain Terms Apply" Exit Gracefully ​If homeownership is no longer affordable or the weight of homeownership has become too much to bear, Making Homes Affordable (MHA) has a program that allows you to exit gracefully from the property with $3,000 in relocation assistance. The HAFA short sale program is designed to help underwater sellers either modify their loans or sell their homes as a short sale to avoid foreclosure. Through Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives (HAFA), you won't owe any more for the property after selling, and you will be free from the threat of foreclosure. The benefit of a HAFA short sale is that you are no longer responsible for the di... 04/13/2011

Large 3 story Victorian home on 50 X 100 lot.  2 car garage.  Great value for a large space!!   This home needs TLC and is being priced as such.  Renovate to YOUR OWN unique style - unlimited possibilities for this lovely home!!  Make this house YOUR HOME! Spacious backyard and front lawn.  An abundance of lovely original architectural details, including stained glass windows, carved wood paneling, detailed medallion and chandelier lighting fixtures. First Floor: Living room, family room, large foyer, dining room, large kitchen.  Two decorative fireplaces. Second Floor: 4 large bedrooms.  1 large bathroom. Third Floor: 3 spacious rooms that can be used as guest rooms.  Ceiling height is over 7 ft. Basement:  Unfinished basement.  0.5 bathroom, 1 small room, 1 storage closet, washer/drye... 11/27/2009

The economy really stinks right now, and I have some really good news for you. I have found a way to use my home-business to qualify for a ton of 100% legal tax deductions. I will be saving thousands of dollars in (what would have been) overpaid taxes. I am so thrilled about this new found knowledge, that I want you to know it too. The owner of Home Business Tax Savings, Inc, Ron Mueller, will hold a conference call to tell associates, friends and colleagues about this amazing information. And Yes it is going to be for FREE! Please join me on this call, It WILL save you a ton of money! Even if you don't currently have a Home-Business, please listen to this call to find out how easy it is to start one for NO out of pocket cost! (Hint: Uncle Sam will pay for it & Ron will tell you how!) C... 11/25/2008

Make no mistake - This is not a film made for Rwandans, nor for anyone who already knows about the Rwandan tragedy of 1994. The flick is based on the true story of Paul Rusesabagina (Don Cheadle), a Rwandan hotel manager whose world is turned upside down during his country's political turmoil and subsequent genocide. This movie is all about simple shocks. There are events so intricately premeditated that you know something is about to happen, but you never quite prepare yourself for what is actually on hand. Don Cheadle stars as Paul Rusesabagina, the manager of the prominent Milles Collines Hotel in Rwanda. He is a guy who loves his job and gives it all of the admiration and attention it deserves. Being in such a position of power gives him the opportunity to make friends with people ... 06/22/2008

It's yet another alternative to foreclosure. One that I don't really recommend... instead I would recommend a shortsale. Click here to learn about shortsales and how you can benefit from them if you're considering the Deed-in-lieu of foreclosure. Vincent, What is Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure? You may be able to deed the property to your lender/servicer and avoid a lengthy foreclosure. This would help to keep away from a long-lasting foreclosure. For information on how this will disturb your credit rating, consult an independent tax advisor. This alternative sends to the credit bureau that the economic condition was mitigated. If accepted, the Deed-in-Lieu documents will be forwarded to your banks attorney's office to finalize the procedure. Here are the required documents you will need t... 06/14/2008

The number one reason why a house doesn't sell is : Price- You're price is too high! If the house is overpriced then no one will want to look at it (or even put an offer on it). Pricing your home is an art that involves many factors. For example, location, condition, demand, market movement, etc. Some agents will purposely overprice the house with intentions of lowering the price (by $100k sometimes) at a later date, perhaps after a few weeks or even months of NO ACTIVITY. This will cause you to lose your "competitive edge" when having to reduce your price later. Sellers who want to "test the market" will lose big! Other reasons of why a house doesn't sell: Accessibility- It is difficult to gain instant access to your property! First, your home needs to be listed with a broker who is a ... 06/03/2008

Before "Pablo Escobar" there was Frank Lucas. Based on a true story of Frank Lucas, a real-life heroin kingpin from Harlem who smuggled the drugs into the country in American service planes returning from the Vietnam War. American Gangster, is destined to become a cult classic like "The Godfather" and "Scarface". Starring Denzel Washington and Russel Crow (no alpha-dog dominance was to be established between the two stars). They're together but apart, as their two stories move on parallel tracks and the movie simmers itself to a finale when they finally meet for movie justice to be meted out. American Gangster seems on the surface to be what has been dubbed by some critics as "the black Scarface." Denzel goes even deeper into the role of the villain than he did in Training Day (another ... 11/09/2007

The first time I used this opener I thought, "What a great opener - no more broken corks!" I've tried it only a few times, but so far it works great. Opening wine bottles has become a cinch... it uncorks with just a pull of the handle and the bottle can be recorked just as easily. The adjustable height stand accommodates all size wine bottles. If you have an entire room reserved just for your wine collection, than you are likely ready for an tabletop uncorking machine. With the simple pull of a lever in one direction, you will be able to twist the corkscrew in, and then pull it out of the bottle. Reverse the direction and the cork will spit out and you are ready to do it again. The entire process takes roughly 5 seconds. The design of these machines makes opening wine not only efficient... 11/09/2007

There are several reasons that homes don't sell. It was probably as simple as - it wasn't priced accordingly with similar properties (believe it or not some agents will say anything to get the listing). It may even be simpler than that - you choose the wrong agent (we're independent contractors and have different styles and techniques).If you have had your home on the market for several months and haven't seen much activity or any offers, chances are that one or more of the reasons below are to blame.Here are the the top seven reasons:Your price is too highNo doubt about it, the most common reason for a home not selling is that the asking price has been set too high. The reasons for setting your price too high to begin with are many. Ranging from over enthusiastic listing agents to unre... 10/21/2007

I would say update depending on the condition of the plumbing and fixtures. It may just need to be polished up with a little bit of Brasso to give it that showroom shine (the fixtures of course).There are several good reasons to make sure all of your plumbing and fixtures look good and are in good working order before putting your home up for sale. When potential buyers come to look at your home, they are likely to turn on faucets and flush toilets "just to see". This is no time to make a bad impression with grungy old fixtures, leaks or stained sinks. Before showing your home, you should make sure that all faucets and knobs are clean and shiny (again I've found Brasso to be quite cost effective, at only $4.00, in giving it that brand new look we're looking for). If needed, buy new ones... 10/12/2007

After having a chat with my mechanic Jerry Rosario, from the Mobil Gas Station on 69th St. and Queens Blvd. (Woodside, Queens), I decided to put these tips together for anyone who might be interested in saving a buck. His first piece of advice... buy a hybrid vehicle!Unless you drive a hybrid car or ride your bike to work, there's no way to escape the high gas prices. But there are ways you can get better gas mileage out of your vehicles - which will save you money in the long run. Here are a few ways to help you get better gas mileage:A well-maintained vehicle will operate more efficiently. Fouled spark plugs, dirty air filters and clogged fuel filters will diminish fuel economy. Follow the Recommended Maintenance.Under-inflated tires require more energy to roll; properly inflated tire... 10/09/2007

Jack Lord was born in Brooklyn, on December 20, 1920. He grew up at 97-25 125th Street in Morris Park, New York (now known as Richmond Hill, Queens).Most of us know him as Lt. Steve McGarrett on the series "Hawaii Five-O" (which I watched for years as a kid and you can still catch on the TVLand cable station just check your local listings). Before Jack Lord became a "Hollywood Movie Star / Actor", Jack attended St. Benedict Joseph Labre School and John Adams High School. His childhood dream was to follow in his big brother Bill's footsteps as an artist and to travel across the seas.During his years at NYU, majoring in Art (on a football scholarship), Jack and his brother Bill opened the "Village Academy of Arts". They  directed art courses there until he graduated in 1942.  He continued... 10/03/2007

Keep in mind the mortgage loan officer needs to get ALL the facts before giving you a good faith estimate. With all the recent changes in the mortgage industry taking place I would also want to make sure I was asking the right questions. Ask for points to be quoted to you as a dollar amount--rather than just as the number of points--so that you will actually know how much you will have to pay. Ask for an explanation of any fee you do not understand. Don't be afraid to ask the following tough questions:How many lenders do they work with? (different lenders have different programs to offer you based on credit, income and down payment. The more lenders the wider the range of options available to you).How do they differ? (again... find out about the program that may suit your mortgage needs... 10/02/2007

Well, I can't believe another year has come and gone. Fall is here and winter is right around the corner. In New York City that means we need to do everything possible to remain warm and safe in our homes (our investment).A key to protecting the investment you've made in your home is by following a regular maintenance schedule. By performing preventative maintenance, you'll avoid many of the big repair items that can lower the value of your home. Here is a helpful checklist for monthly and Fall maintenance:Check faucets for drips and check plumbing for leaks. (Running water can freeze up in the colder months and can sometimes cause the pipes in your home to burst... this can be a costly fix!!!)Test your smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector. Make sure you change the batteries in both... 10/01/2007

"The Scooter" Phil Rizzuto was born Fiero Francis Rizzuto on September 16th, 1916 in Brooklyn, and he grew up in Glendale, Queens. Phil's father drove a trolley car and young Phil would hitch a ride every morning to Richmond Hill HS with his dad. "The Scooter" attended Richmond Hill High School and was the Captain of the Richmond Hill High School Baseball Team where he played the shortstop position. Phil became the star of the Richmond Hill H.S. Baseball Team in the 1930's.Although he was a star for his high school team his first few attempts at the big leagues were ridiculed by some of the managers who didn't feel he had what it took. He tried out for the Dodgers in 1937, but was rejected by the manager, who told Phil he would earn a better living as a shoe-shine boy than as a ballpla... 09/19/2007

The Marx Brothers were born in New York City during the late 1880's thru early 1900's. The brothers finally began to gain popularity with their Broadway show performances after many years of struggling in New York City and traveling in Vaudeville. During this time in the early 1920's, The Marx Brtothers and family lived at this home located (just a few blocks from my office) at 87-48 134th Street in Richmond Hill Queens. The house now bears a plaque donated by the Native New Yorkers' Historical Association. This house is also featured during the Richmond Hill Walking Tour sponsored by the Richmond Hill Historical Society.They were known for the following comic film classics:Humor Risk (1926), never released; thought to be lost The Cocoanuts (1929)Animal Crackers (1930)The House That Sha... 09/17/2007

Residential Market Report for Richmond Hill, North Richmond Hill, South Richmond Hill New Yorkby Sharon Brown, Exit Realty United 131-09 Rockaway Blvd, South Ozone Park NY 11420This is a summary for the Residential Real Estate Market for Richmond Hill, N. Richmond Hill and S. Richmond Hill, New York.There are currently 485 residential homes on the market in Richmond Hill, North Richmond Hill and South Richmond Hill, New York.The average listed home price is $646,836 in Richmond Hill, N. Richmond Hill and S. Richmond HillThe average amount of days on market (DOM) in Richmond Hill, N. Richmond Hill and S. Richmond Hill, New York is 127.August 2007 Statistics for Richmond Hill, North Richmond Hill and South Richmond Hill, New York   458 Residential homes were listed in Richmond Hill, N. Ri... 09/14/2007

Public Elementary Schools PS 055 Maure (PK-6) 131-10 97th Avenue Richmond Hill, NY 11419 Phone: (718) 849-3845 Fax: (718) 847-5473 PS 062 Chester Park (K-5) 97-25 108th Street Richmond Hill, NY 11419 Phone: (718) 849-0992 Fax: (718) 850-5521 PS 100 Glen Morris School (K-5) 111-11 118th Street South Ozone Park, NY 11420 Phone: (718) 843-8390 PS 108 Capt. Vincent G. Fowler (K-5) 108-10 109th Avenue South Ozone Park, NY 11420 Phone: (718) 641-4956 PS 121 (K-6) 126-10 109th Avenue South Ozone Park, NY 11420 Phone: (718) 738-5126 Fax: (718) 843-5584 PS 161 Arthur Ashe School (K-6) 101-33 124th Street Jamaica, NY 11419 Phone: (718) 441-5493 Fax: (718) 441-6202 Public Junior High/Intermediate SchoolsElizabeth Blackwell School (IS 210) 93-11 101st Ave Ozone Park, NY 11416 Phone: (718) 845-5942... 09/13/2007