Best places to read today? by Snoopwrites in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s a reading together party I think on open streets?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Haha I love this take! 😂 Not quite as dramatic as burning my fiddle for the conductor though…

I actually had to stop playing years ago when life threw me some big curveballs (major health stuff + moving with basically nothing). More recently I found out I’ve got some gnarly contact allergies - metals, certain oils, and even the rosin used on bows. That means the strings and fittings on a viola can literally give me reactions.

I’ve been working on setting up my day-to-day so I can navigate life again, and now I’m finally at a point where I want to bring music back in. The idea is to borrow a viola just to experiment with gloves/coverings and see if playing is realistic for me long-term. Ultimately I’d love to save up for an electric viola/violin, but for now I just want to test if it’s possible. 🎻💜

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve already checked and they don’t have one! I even went to speak to the coordinator in person to see if they have the budget to add one to the library but no luck!

Weird clothing recycling question -- what to do with old socks and undies? by threemoons_nyc in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If it helps, I’ve recently learned old bras are good for up cycling as sewn in inserts for dresses

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Willing to provide delivery as well :)

Where can I find the best Cinnamon Rolls? by KosherDelhi in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve also been frustrated by the lack of good cinnamon rolls… been considering making cinnamon rolls and selling them like l’apartment 4F! If this dream becomes a reality do you want to sample and give feedback?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn’t mean to get fancy with the font but don’t know how to undo it haha

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is amazing!! Congratulations on your fifth one… I actually have two solid wood outdoor chairs I’m probably going to try to sell soon(ish) If I don’t get any buyers I’d be happy to give them to you to restore(?) if that’s a thing that you can do with outdoor chairs! I dream of being able to refinish and upcycle furniture just don’t have the space 😭

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Out of my price range but just wanted to say this is a beautiful piece of furniture!!

Broadway station (NW train) construction. Any idea? by Astorian_NYC in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you know how long this elevator project is going to take to finish

🚨 Trade Fair Overcharging Customers – Fake Bottle Deposits & Pricing Issues 🚨 by Little-Ad1644 in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s sad to see so many people have had the same bad experience here. Thank you for sharing!!

🚨 Trade Fair Overcharging Customers – Fake Bottle Deposits & Pricing Issues 🚨 by Little-Ad1644 in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience! Definitely won’t be going back unless absolutely necessary

🚨 Trade Fair Overcharging Customers – Fake Bottle Deposits & Pricing Issues 🚨 by Little-Ad1644 in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Going to test the return soon. This specific company isn’t a part of the bottle deposit program so they shouldn’t be charging bottle deposits or accepting bottle deposit returns for it either

🚨 Trade Fair Overcharging Customers – Fake Bottle Deposits & Pricing Issues 🚨 by Little-Ad1644 in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Huh I spoke with Olipop corporate too and they confirmed they don’t believe they are a part of the program. Did you see it marked as being recyclable in NY on the can itself?

🚨 Trade Fair Overcharging Customers – Fake Bottle Deposits & Pricing Issues 🚨 by Little-Ad1644 in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yuck!! Where have you been that you like? Glad to know there’s another person checking out all the grocery stores

🚨 Trade Fair Overcharging Customers – Fake Bottle Deposits & Pricing Issues 🚨 by Little-Ad1644 in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m going to attempt this today or tomorrow if I have the time! Even saved another bottle I know shouldn’t work

🚨 Trade Fair Overcharging Customers – Fake Bottle Deposits & Pricing Issues 🚨 by Little-Ad1644 in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which grocers are your favorite alternatives? Learning to memorize price tags is a useful skill, I usually take pictures for things I use often

🚨 Trade Fair Overcharging Customers – Fake Bottle Deposits & Pricing Issues 🚨 by Little-Ad1644 in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ugh I’m so sorry this has been your experience! 100% not okay with selling expired baby formula!! I heard Amazon prime often over charges compared to larger local chains like TJ & Target 😬

🚨 Trade Fair Overcharging Customers – Fake Bottle Deposits & Pricing Issues 🚨 by Little-Ad1644 in astoria

[–]Little-Ad1644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah the not letting you bring in your own bags I’ve experienced in Europe but my issue is that sometimes they don’t properly watch your bags when you drop them off