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About Sonia Mylonas

Diversity, Astoria was built on it. Its streets are filled with foods from all over the world, its residents span from Greek to Italian, Middle Eastern and Asian, South American and everywhere else you can think of.
And among the diverse wave of cuisines, businesses, and cultures that have and always will make up Astoria there are individuals who not only connect the community together but strive to push it forward.
Sonia Mylonas is just such an individual. Australian raised, Mylonas came to New York over 10 years ago and in just a short period of time she’s put her stamp on New York’s not so small corner of the globe.
Owner and CEO of O'Connor and Tate, you have no doubt seen her work every time you frequent one of Astoria’s many popular restaurants or businesses that Sonia and her team have had a hand in branding.
Mylonas has been the recipient of multiple awards for her ongoing support of the community by the city councils along with proclamations and certifications of recognition for her work within Queens. It is because of this involvement with the community and O'Connor and Tate's support of

the local that Sonia began Give Me Astoria (GMA).
An online News, Dining and Events blog, GMA has become one of the most followed blogs in Queens. Through GMA’s online and social media presence Mylonas has helped provide residents and visitors with everything they need to know about Astoria while helping spread the word about some of its hidden gems.
Sponsoring multiple charities and events alike, Mylonas has proven herself an integral part in the community and its growth.
There is very little that this young thirty something-year-old entrepreneur has yet to accomplish.
O'Connor and Tate and Give Me Astoria’s headquarters, located on 23-28 Steinway Street, is always open to the public. The popular storefront serves as a central location for both the design, marketing and branding of O'Connor and Tate, and as an HQ for GMA.
Proving her business and herself as a true staple of the community Mylonas is at the forefront of Astoria’s constantly growing demographic, making sure that its businesses and residents thrive.

Serving on the board

Athens Square Park

The Park at Athens Square is named for the capital of modern Greece and the center of ancient Greek civilization. From 594 to 404 BC, literature, science, philosophy, and the arts flourished in Athens.

Board Member Since: 2014

Website: www.athenssquarepark.org

Athens Square Inc

Greek American Home Owner’s Association

Greek American Homeowners Association (GAHOA) feeds over 1,000 Queens residents on Thanksgiving Day.

Run by Honorary President and Chairman of the Thanksgiving Day dinner George Alexiou and major contributor George Fakiris, volunteers will gather at the annual luncheon to serve Thanksgiving meals with all the trimmings to people in need, including the elderly, the homeless and those looking for good food and company. They also deliver both cooked meals and uncooked turkeys to those who cannot attend.

Board Member Since: 2013

Facebook: fb/Greek-American-Home-Owners-Association

G.A.H.O.A

Hell Gate Bridge 100th

“To properly honor the 100th Anniversary of the building of the Hellgate Bridge, an Iconic Local and Historic Landmark, through Community celebrations and events. To begin discussion and planning to tastefully light and paint the Bridge.

To disseminate information about the Hellgate and its history and lead the effort to maintain the structure and environs in a proper and safe manner for future generations of users

Board Member Since: 2017

Website: www.hellgate100nyc.com

Hell Gate

Immigration Advocacy Services

Immigration Advocacy Services, Inc., is a charter member of the New York Immigration Coalition, the Queens Immigration Network and the European American Immigration Council.

Board Member Since: 2013

Website: www.immigrationadvocacy.com

Immigration Advocacy

Kiwanis Astoria / Long Island City

At the Kiwanis Children's Fund, our mission is to assist Kiwanis International in serving the children of the world. After all, that service makes up Kiwanis’ own motto. So the work of the Children's Fund helps Kiwanians change kids' lives—often in ways that would otherwise remain beyond the resources of clubs and districts.

Board Member Since: 2013

Website: www.kiwanisastorialic.org

Kiwanis

New York Anti-Crime Agency

The NEW YORK ANTI-CRIME AGENCY consists of ten standing anti-crime and crime prevention programs which are usually staffed by volunteers from the organization, the NYPD and local citizens.

Board Member Since: 2013

Website: www.newyorkanticrimeagency.org

New York Anti-Crime

Sharing and Careing

SHAREing & CAREing was founded in 1994 to address the needs of cancer patients and their families in Queens County and throughout New York City. We are the only not-for-profit working with all members of the community—regardless of insurance status—to provide education on prevention and wellness, links to cancer treatment and practical needs, and ongoing counseling support. All of our services are free of charge.

Board Member Since: 2014

Website: www.shareing-careing.org

Sharing & Careing

Taminent Democratic Club of Astoria

The Taminent Regular Democratic Club in Astoria, Queens is one of New York's most storied political organizations and is dedicated to electing Democrats who uphold the values of our diverse, vibrant community.

Board Member Since: 2015

Facebook: fb/Taminent

Taminent
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