Time always seems to be running out, doesn't it? There's no need to worry. Just drop by Douglaston-Little Neck Patch on Tuesdays for weekly reminders of important looming dates and deadlines.
Here are some important ones to keep in mind this week:
Celebrate the Anniversary of Douglaston's Historic Designation
The will host a dinner Wednesday at the in commemoration of the .
The event will include cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a $35 dinner buffet and the society's annual meeting. Doors will open at 6 p.m. For more information, visit the historical society's website.
Prevent the Sale of a Lien on Your Property
The city will hold its annual lien sale on May 17. A lien is a legal claim against real property for unpaid property taxes, water, sewer or other property charges as well as the interest due on these taxes and charges.
To prevent the sale of a lien on your property, you must pay the debt or enter into a payment agreement by May 17.
For more information, visit the city's website on this year's lien sale.
Free Elvis Memorabilia
One of Douglaston's denizens is giving away two boxes of Elvis Presley memorabilia to anyone who can prove they are a "real fan" of the rock 'n' roll legend.
The collection of items includes photos, pins, books, newspaper clippings, Christmas memorabilia, posters and dolls. The one stipulation is that the recipient will not re-sell the items to make a profit.
For more information, check out her Craigslist listing.
