November 2021 • Volume 17 • Issue 11
QUEENS CHAMBER MEMBER NEWS
WOODHAVEN ICON RECEIVES HISTORIC HONOR BY KIM CHEREVAS The loyal customers of historic Neir’s Tavern are inherently aware of its rich legacy. It is so much more than just another neighborhood bar. Having survived nearly shutting their doors for good in 2019 followed by the pandemic, owner Loycent Gordon and the entire Neir’s community last month celebrated the long-awaited unveiling of “Neir’s Tavern Way” at the corner of 78th Street across from the bar. The street co-naming made history, as it is the first time a business has been awarded the honor. Councilman Bob Holden spoke fondly of Neir’s and what it means to Woodhaven, as well as to the borough of Queens. “Since 1829, this has been the center of Woodhaven,” said Holden.
Neir’s is also well-known as an attractive filming location since some of the famous scenes in Goodfellas were shot here in the 1990s. Neir’s is a cornerstone of the community. Members of the NEIRS 200 Group, initially established by a small number of loyal customers that has now grown to include more than 300 people, volunteer their time and energy in a multitude of ways as Neir’s approaches its 2029 bicentennial. But it’s not only about Neir’s, many of the group’s efforts benefit the greater community, as well as generate merchandise sales and fundraising, from which some of the profits are quietly donated to help out causes close to their hearts. As we emerge from the pandemic, and from our individual homes, more and more people have the desire to come together in person. Neir’s is a place where everyone
Councilman Robert Holden with Neir’s Tavern owner Loycent Green and his family at the street renaming. can gather together, and realizing this need for camaraderie, Neir’s is organizing events reminiscent of good old-fashioned fun. Tuesday Trivia is back, and more events will be announced in the
near future, including bingo, karaoke nights, and live music. Neir’s is open seven days a week, from 2 to 11 p.m. on weekdays & 12 to 11 p.m. on weekends.
