CM Won Honors Late Assemblywoman Nolan at Women's History Month Luncheon

The event at LaGuardia Community College celebrated Nolan's four decades of public service.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 6:05pm

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of an empty podium or lectern in a community college auditorium, with warm sunlight and deep shadows creating a contemplative, nostalgic mood.A somber tribute to a beloved local leader, as the community gathers to honor Assemblywoman Nolan's decades of public service.Queens Today

Council Member Julie Won hosted a Women's History Month Celebration luncheon at LaGuardia Community College on Friday, which paid tribute to the late Queens Assemblywoman Catherine Nolan. Nolan, who passed away at 67 earlier in March after a prolonged battle with cancer, was honored with a minute of silence for her four decades of public service.

Why it matters

Nolan was a long-serving and respected figure in Queens politics, and her passing is a significant loss for the community. The luncheon event allowed local leaders to come together and celebrate Nolan's legacy and contributions during Women's History Month.

The details

The luncheon event at LaGuardia Community College featured remarks honoring Assemblywoman Nolan's decades of public service. Nolan had represented parts of Queens in the New York State Assembly since 1984 until her death earlier this year after a battle with cancer.

  • The luncheon was held on Friday, March 28, 2026.
  • Assemblywoman Nolan passed away earlier in March 2026 at the age of 67.

The players

Council Member Julie Won

The host of the Women's History Month luncheon event at LaGuardia Community College.

Catherine Nolan

The late Queens Assemblywoman who was honored at the luncheon for her four decades of public service.

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The takeaway

The luncheon event allowed the local community to come together and celebrate the life and legacy of Assemblywoman Catherine Nolan, a long-serving and respected figure in Queens politics who passed away earlier this year.