WHERE: Asttoria, Queens

START/FINISH: Ditmars Boulevard subway station (N train)

DISTANCE: 3.2 miles (5.1 kilometers)

Route of this walk, reading clockwise. Map courtesy Apple Maps.

On this walk we’ll be marching through Astoria, seeing the Steinway Mansion (onetime home of William Steinway of Steinway and Sons pianos) and having lunch at the great old Air Line Diner, now known as Jackson Hole.

We’ll meet in front of CVS at Ditmars Boulevard and 31 Street, near the Ditmars Boulevard subway station, departing at 12 Noon sharp. All are welcome but let me know you’re coming and be on time.

In the event of inclement weather, this walk will be postponed with 24 hours’ notice.

Planned Subway Disruptions: N trains will not operate between Times Square and Queensboro Plaza in either direction. Take the 7 train to Queensboro Plaza and transfer to the N. Check MTA Planned Service Changes for updates.