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Quiet streets, city access, community spirit.
Fresh Meadows exudes a family-friendly atmosphere with well-maintained homes and a strong sense of community. The area is known for its quiet residential streets, punctuated by bustling commercial areas offering diverse shopping and dining options. It's a place where neighbors know each other and community involvement is highly valued.
City Snapshot
Population
59,873
County
Queens County
Timezone
America/New_York
Median Income
$82,431
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This Week
Science of Reading Full Day Kickstart: Essential Literacy Foundations for a Strong Year *IN PERSON* facilitated by Lauren Kolbeck - 8:30-2:30pm
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Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Gr 6-12) *for ADMIN* VIRTUAL 3-hour workshop facilitated by Stacey Mooney - 8:30-11:30am
2026-08-25 at 8:30 AM
Elementary - New Student Tours
2026-08-25 at 9:00 AM
In-Person Advising & Registration
2026-08-25 at 10:00 AM
Mobile Pantry 08/25/2026
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