Queens Events - APRIL 2010
Things To Do In Queens - UPDATED 4/22/10
April - Easter & Baseball
Art Exhibits & Events - Queens NY
Queens Art Museums
Click here for maps and info about Queens Art Museums
Noguchi Museum In Long Island City
April 11: Second Sundays - Guided Tour Of Garden With George Pisegna
At 3 pm on the Second Sunday of every month the Noguchi Museum hosts music or a discussion in either the garden or the lower level meeting room. In April, horticulturalist George Pisegna will talk about the plants and shrubbery in the garden. Free with admission.
To celebrate the re-opening of the newly done garden, the complete collection of Noguchi will be on display. This is the first time since Spring 2002. Sculptures from all over the world will be returning to the museum in time for the opening.
The museum is open Wednesday through Friday 10 am - 5 pm, and Saturday - Sunday 11 am - 6 pm. All programs are free with admission $10 / $5. First Friday of every month, pay what you wish. Click here to view a prior story about the Noguchi Museum in Queens.
Click here to view a map of the location of the Noguchi Museum at 32-37 Vernon Blvd in Long Island City LIC Queens NYC. This will also contain public transit info. Click here to obtain more info on the Noguchi Museum website. 718.204.7088.
PS1 Art Exhibits in Long Island City
Saturdays In April: Performance Series
Generally from 4 - 6 pm [but some programs have started as early as noon] PS1 hosts two performance art vignettes. These cross a wide range of subjects and perspectives; and virtually anything goes in the use of mixed media and materials. We frequently post specifics on Thursday on the front page.
Closing April 5, 2010: 100 Years
Performance and art exhibit. In November it included two performance art events. If there are more we will post them here as we become aware of them.
Closing April 5, 2010: Christian Marclay 2,822 Records
2,822 records of all kinds of music fastened to the floor in a large room where people can walk on them.
Closing April 5, 2010: 1969
From the MOMA collection, a number of works done in and around 1969 will be on display in an art year theme. The works are done in nearly every medium.
Closing April 5, 2010: Leandro Erlich's Swimming Pool
This one is fun for the kids / children. Click this link to read / view previous reviews of PS1 exhibits including this one.
Closing April 5, 2010: Selected Portraits
Twenty four large scale selected portraits out of photographer Robert Bergman's archive.
Closing April 5, 2010: Between Spaces
An exhibit done by the junior curatorial staff that has several themes including nostalgia, materialism, psychological shifts and illusions. They take every day items and recast them as art objects.
Thru May 10: The Chair For Man And His Spirit
Marina Abramovic's Chair For Man And His Spirit will be hosted in the PS1 courtyard. This chair was made for a 1997 opening.
Admission $10. Open Thursday through Monday 12 pm - 6 pm. Click here for a map to PS1 at 22-25 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City LIC Queens NYC. Click this link to obtain more info on the PS1 website. Tel: 718.784.2084.
Queens Museum Of Art [QMA] Exhibit in Flushing
April 4: Art Of War & Working Stiffs - Opening Reception
From 3 - 4 pm QMA will host brief discussions with the curators or artists. See ongoing exhibits below for details.
Thru April 11: Art Of War
This only lasts a week and appears very interesting, although it's limited to about a dozen posters. It's the propaganda posters used by both sides to promote the war in Vietnam.
Thru October 3, 2010: Working Stiffs
Fifty photographs from the QMA collection depicting laborers in the 20th century.
Thru April 25, 2010: Ongoing Exhibits Extended
Duke Riley is a follow up exhibition of the staged war held last August. Daniel Bozhkov is an interesting collection of relics of the past and some interesting perspectives of today using frames he creates for current / past views. And O Zhang is a collection of children's creations of what their parents' native lands look like to them.
Perennial Exhibits: Panorama Of New York City & Tiffany Glass Collection
The panorama of the city of New York, created for the 1964 World's Fair and updated in the 90's is impressive to see at least once in a lifetime. And they also have a Tiffany Glass collection.
The first Sunday of every month is free from 1 - 4 pm, compliments of the MetLife Foundation. Click these links to view stories about prior exhibits at QMA including Reason's Clue Exhibit at the Queens Museum Of Art or Queens International Art Exhibit at the Queens Museum Of Art. Open Wednesday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm; Saturday & Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm. Admission $5 / $2.
Click this link for a map to the Queens Museum of Art in Flushing Queens NYC. The map links below include transit info. Click this link for to obtain more info on the Queens Museum of Art website. Tel: 718.592.9700.
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning in Jamaica NY
April 10: Art As Action [exhibit goes through June 12]
This is an opening day program starting at 10 am with an introduction, a guided tour beginning at 11.30 am [exhibits along & just off Jamaica Avenue], a video slam from 11.30 am - 9 pm, artists talks from 2 - 5 pm, performance art from 11 am - 6 pm and a reception from 6 - 9 pm. It hasn't been confirmed yet, but I believe admission is free.
JCAL is open 10 am - 5 pm Monday and Friday and 10 am - 7 pm Tuesday through Thursday [closed April 2nd & 3rd]. Admission Free. Click here to view a story about a prior event at Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning JCAL in Jamaica Queens.
Click this link to see a map of the location of Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning in Jamaica Queens NYC. The map links below will include transit info. Click this link to obtain more info on the JCAL website. Tel: 718.658.7400.
LIC Space - Long Island City
April 2: First Fridays - Art, Jewelry & Jazz
From 7 - 9 pm, some of the pieces from their collection, at their Fardom Gallery 25-17 41st Street in LIC.
April 9: Opening Reception - Bedtime Stories, Monotone Dreams
From 7 - 9 pm at the Fardom Gallery [see map link below]. Opening reception for new work by six female artists. The exhibit explores human consciousness between wake and dream states and includes mixed media, including sound compositions and reflections.
LIC Space has three locations, two of which are on the following map, but we recently heard that the Workspace location is no longer available [these demonstrate the challenges and struggles of the art world]. Click here to see a map of the two LIC Space locations in Long Island City. The map links below include transit info. Click this link to obtain more info on the licspace website.
Flux Factory - Long Island City
April: Flux Thursdays
On the second Thurday of every month, Flux Factory has an 'artists open mic' which begins at 8 pm. Admission free, but donations welcome.
Click this link to read a story about a prior event at the Flux Factory. Click this link to see a map of the location of the Flux Factory in LIC which also contains transit info into the area. TBD - Click this link for the telephone number of the Flux Factory in LIC. Click here to go to the Flux Factory website.
Comedy Events - Queens
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$The Creek & Cave In Long Island City
April 10: Switzerland's Neutral Comedy Hour
Starting at 8 pm. A medley of stand up comics, jokes and routines.
April 24: I Love You, I Like You, I Hate You
Starting at 8 pm. A comic duo explores the ins and outs of relationships in their comedic act.
April: Comedy Nights At The Cave
Almost every evening they have something going on, most of which is stand up comedy, but also an occasional play or musical performance. Usually the fun begins at 8 pm, but times may vary. Admission is generally free except for special events - but there's generally a free space to just sit and have drinks or food as the Creek has many rooms. And they provide a comfortable informal ambiance, a bit like being at a nice lodge or a great coffee house for people after of college.
Click here for a story about the Creek and the Cave in LIC. Click here to see a map of the location of The Creek and The Cave at 10-93 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City LIC Queens. The map link above includes transit info. Click this link for our business listing of The Creek and The Cave in Long Island City which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Dance Performances - Queens
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April 30 & May 1: DRE Dance
At 8 pm in the Main Stage Theatre. A contemporary dance performance about dreams and memory, that explores these two realities and their interplay. Sounds fascinating. Admission Free.
Click this link to view a prior story about a dance performance at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center in LIC. Click this link for a map of the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center LPAC at 31-10 Thomson Avenue at Van Dam Street in Long Island City LIC Queens. This map links below will contain transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center in Long Island City which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Green Space / Dance Entropy In Long Island City LIC
April 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18: Green Space Blooms
At 8 pm. This is the fourth annual Green Space Blooms Dance Festival. This year includes 28 choreographers and 6 musicians / groups. Admission $20 / $15 [includes dancers].
April 10 & 17: Dance For The Whole Family
At 3 pm. Three humorous dance performances with some interaction with the audience. Admission $10.
Click here to see a map of the location of Green Space at 37-24 24th Street in Long Island City LIC Queens NY NYC. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link to obtain more info on the Dance Entropy website or Green Space website. Tel: 718.956.3037.
Dining & Drinking - Queens NY
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April: Restaurants & Food
Queens Buzz plans to write one or more new restaurant review each month. You will be able to find these in the Queens Buzz Restaurant Reviews section of this site. This month we're planning to finish the review of an Italian restaurant and post a new one of a Thai restaurant.
Bohemian Hall And Beer Garden in Astoria NY
May 1: 1910 Costume Ball
Starting at 7 pm. Costume Ball with 1910 as the theme [year the Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden opened]. Czech band will play tunes from that era, followed by a DJ. Traditional Czech cuisine will be served and a prize given for best costume. Admission $19.10.
Click here to see a map of the location of the Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden at 29-19 24th Avenue at 33rd Street in Astoria Queens NYC. This map will include public transit info. Click here for our business listing of the Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden in Astoria which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Farmers Markets - Queens
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Queens Greenmarkets / Farmers Markets 2010 - Queens
See the 2010 opening dates for the Queens Farmers Markets below. Click this link for info about Queens Farmers Markets opening & closing dates 2009. Click this link for our business listing of the City Council on the Environment contact information.
These outdoor markets are sponsored by the City of New York Department of Parks and Recreation and the Council on the Environment of NYC, except for the Flushing and Jamaica markets. The Flushing market is done in collaboration with the NY Hall Of Science and the Jamaica market is done in collaboration with Local Harvest, a non-profit. You may also use the search function to find a report on CSA's [Community Supported Agriculture in Queens].
Astoria Farmers Market - Open July 7 - Nov 17, 2010
WEDNESDAYS between 8 am – 3 pm. Click here for a map to the Astoria Farmers Market locations on 14th Street just south of 31st Avenue.
Corona Farmers Market - Open July 9 - Nov 19, 2010
FRIDAYS Times TBD. Click this link to view a map of the Corona Farmers Market location at 103rd Street & Roosevelt in Corona. Link TBD.
Flushing Farmers Market NY Hall Of Science - Open June 20 - Nov 14, 2010
Sundays 10 am - 4 pm in front of the NY Hall of Science. Click this link to view a map of the Flushing Farmers Market location NY Hall Of Science 47-01 111th Street in Flushing.
Flushing Farmers Market Queens Botanical Gardens - Open July 2 - Nov 12
Fridays 8.30 am - 4 pm in front of the Queens Botanical Gardens. Click this link to view a map of the Flushing Farmers Market location Queens Botanical Garden 43-50 Main Street in Flushing.
Glendale / Atlas Park Farmers Market - Open June 12 - Nov 20, 2010
SATURDAYS between 8 am – 3 pm at the Shops At Atlas Park Mall in Glendale. Click here to view a map of the Glendale Farmers Market location at Cooper Avenue and 80th Street.
Jackson Heights Farmers Market - Open June 6 - Dec 19, 2010
SUNDAYS between 8 am – 3 pm. Click here for a map to the Jackson Heights Farmers Market near Travers Park at 34th Avenue east of 77th Street.
Jamaica Farmers Market - Open June 25 - Nov 13, 2010
Open Fridays and Saturdays from 8.30 am to 4 pm. Click here to view a map of the Jamaica Farmers Market location at 90-40 160th Street and Jamaica Avenue.
Long Island City LIC Farmers Market - Open July 7 - Nov 24, 2010
Saturdays between 8 am and 3 pm. Click here to view a map of the Long Island City LIC Farmers Market location at 48th Avenue just south of Vernon Blvd.
Sunnyside Farmers Market - Open June 5 - Dec 18, 2010
Saturdays between 8 am – 3 pm. Click here to view a map of the Sunnyside Farmers Market location on Skillman Avenue and 43rd Street.
Film / Movie Events - Queens NY
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Queens Museum Of Art [QMA] Exhibit in Flushing
April 29, 30 & May 2: Ecuadorian Film Festival
From 6 - 10 pm. QMA will host films from Ecuador providing perspectives from another part of the world.
The first Sunday of every month is free from 1 - 4 pm, compliments of the MetLife Foundation. Click this link for a map to the Queens Museum of Art in Flushing Queens NYC. The map links below include transit info. Click this link for to obtain more info on the Queens Museum of Art website. Tel: 718.592.9700.
Museum Of The Moving Image In Astoria NY
April: Spring Break Ends April 9th
The museum will be open from 10 am to 5 pm on these dates. There will be a 'Moving Pictures Workshop' starting at 11.30 am for ages 6 - 12 which runs for 45 mintues and there's a materials fee of $5 per child. There are also a workshop on 'Stop Motion Animation' that begins at 1 pm and also at 2.30 pm. There are also gallery demonstrations on the Kinetoscope, Sound Editing and Video Game Technology. At 11, 12.30, 2 and 3.30 pm pm there will be a film showing entitled 'A Town Called Panic'. The film is one of the first award winning stop motion films and it's about three toys that mistakenly order 50 million bricks. For Adults with Kids / Children.
April: Behind The Screen
These core exhibits are about how films / movies are produced, including showcasing vintage equipment. There are a number of interactive kiosks where kids can play, while learning about how the moving image is created and manipulated. Click here for a story about the offerings of the Museum Of The Moving Image in Astoria.
The museum hours are Tuesday through Fridays 10 am - 4 pm and Saturday - Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm. Admission is a suggested donation of $7 and children under the age of 8 free. During construction which is in process you must enter at 37th Street near 35th Avenue. Click this link to see a map of the Museum Of The Moving Image location in Astoria Queens NYC. This map will include public transit info. Click this link for more info on the Museum Of The Moving Image website. Tel: 718.784.4520.
Queens History / Cultural Events - Queens NY
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Click here for maps and info about Queens History and Attractions
Greek Cultural Center in Astoria NY
April 23 - 25: Dangerous Game
Starting at 8 pm, except Sunday starting at 7 pm. A new comedic production by Manolis Korres. Admission $20 / $15.
The following links to be added later. Click here to see a map of the location of the Greek Cultural Center at 26-80 30th Street in Astoria Queens. This map will include public transit info. Click here for our business listing of the Greek Cultural Center in Astoria which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Kingsland Homestead In Flushing
April 11: Jamaica Estates
From 2.30 - 4.30 pm. With author Carl Ballenas. Free with admission.
April 25: Patriot's Day
From 2.30 - 4.30 pm. A discussion by Professor Timothy Milford. Free with admission.
Admission $3 / $2 and children / kids under 10 free. Click this link to see a map of the location of the Kingsland Homestead at Parsons Blvd and 37th Avenue in Flushing. This will also contain public transit info. Click here for our business listing of the Queens Historical Society in Flushing which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Louis Armstrong House In Corona NY
April: House Tours
Only available via 40 minute tours that start on the hour. Open Tuesday through Friday 10 am – 5 pm and Saturday, Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm. Admission $8 / $6. We took the tour and highly recommend it. Click here for a link to our report on the Louis Armstrong House tours in Queens.
Click here to view a map of The Louis Armstrong House at 34-56 107th Street in Corona. The map will also contain public transit info. Click here for our business listing of The Louis Armstrong House in Corona which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Greater Astoria Historical Society In Astoria NY
April 5: History Of Queens / New York Sports
At 7 pm. A presentation about NY Sports, from early Dutch games to Jackie Robinson crossing the color line, to the Amazin' Mets of 1969, Joe Namath and Secretariat winning the Triple Crown at Belmont. Admission $5.
April 24: East River Walking Tour
At 11 am there will be a walking tour of the East River. Begins at Vernon Blvd and 34th Avenue by the front entrance to Rainey Park. Fee $10 / $8 members.
April: Museum Exhibits
The Blackwell House door is the oldest known door from Queens County. They also have a bountiful collection of things on a variety of topics, such as the Sunnyside Boxing Arena and films covering both of Queens' World Fairs. Note that these items may not be on display as exhibits change. Open Wednesdays 6 - 8 pm and Saturdays 12 pm - 5 pm. Donation suggested. Click here to view a map of the location of the Greater Astoria Historical Society on the 4th Floor of the Quinn Building 35-20 Broadway in Long Island City LIC. Click this link for our business listing of The Greater Astoria Historical Society which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Queens Library - Branches
April: Various
See the Queens Public Library website.
Click here to view a map of the Queens Flushing Library on Main Street near Barclays Ave in Flushing.
Afrikan Poetry Theatre
April 25: Pan African Economics
At 3 pm. Guest speakers will talk about the exploitation of the African continent and its resources and potential solutions. Admission free.
You may also click business listing link below to view events on their website. Admissions where noted. Click here to view / print a map of the location of the Afrikan Poetry Theatre at 176-03 Jamaica Avenue in Jamaica Queens NY. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Afrikan Poetry Theatre in Jamaica NY which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Kids Events Directory - Queens NY
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Bohemian Hall And Beer Garden in Astoria NY
April 3: Ping Pong Tournament
Starting at 11 am. The Bohemian Cup ping pong tournament. Prizes for mens singles, womens singles and juniors. Admission $10.
Click here to see a map of the location of the Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden at 29-19 24th Avenue at 33rd Street in Astoria Queens NYC. This map will include public transit info. Click here for our business listing of the Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden in Astoria which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Socrates Sculpture Park - Long Island City / Astoria
April 25: Kite Flying Event
From 11 AM - 2 PM. Every year Socrates Sculpture Park sponsors an annual kite flying event. It's a great day for the kids and family, especially if there's any wind along the East River which is an ideal location.
The park is open during daylight hours in the winter. Open space to play for Kids / Children. Click here to view a news brief on a previous kite flying and other events at the Socrates Sculpture Park In LIC / Astoria.
Click here to view a map showing the location of the Socrates Sculpture Park at 31st Avenue and Vernon Blvd in Long Island City LIC Queens NY. Click here to obtain more info on the Socrates Sculpture Park website. Tel:718.956.1819.
Queens Botanical Garden
April: Botanical Gardens Open
Click to business directory link below for website link.
The Botanical Gardens are a good place for Children / Kids to learn about the environment. Click this link for a map of the Queens Botanical Garden location at 43-50 Main Street in Flushing. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
New York Hall Of Science
April: Science
Click to business directory link below for website link.
Events are free with General Admission $11 / $8, unless otherwise specified. Free admission 10 - 11 am on Sundays and 2 - 5 pm on Fridays. Click here to view / print a map of the location of the New York Hall Of Science at 47-01 111th Street in Flushing Meadows Corona Park Queens NY. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the New York Hall Of Science which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Queens Zoo In Flushing Meadows Corona Park
April: Feedings & Kids Activities
Sea Lion feedings at 11.15 am, 2 pm and 4 pm. There's also a Storytelling / Arts / Crafts area called the Wild Room [it's a zoo] which is open from noon - 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays and school holidays.
The zoo is open all days from 10 am - 4.30 pm until April 3rd at which time they will expand the hours. Admission $6 / $2. Good for Children / Kids. And they have a new cafe. Click this link for a map of the Queens Zoo location which is at 53-51 111th street in Flushing Meadows Corona Park Queens NY. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Queens Zoo in Flushing for complete contact info and a link to their website.
Live Music Events - Queens NY
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$29th Annual International Reggae & World Music Awards
May 2nd: York College
Gates open at 7.30 pm. Julian Marley, Machel Montano, Tony Rebel, Gramps Morgan, Queen Ifrika, Dean Frasier, Allison Hinds and many, many more music greats. Admission post promotion $59 / $95 / $150.
Click this map to find York College at 94-45 Guy Brewer Blvd in the Jamaica section of Queens NY.
Waltz-Astoria
April 2, 9, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30: Musical Performances
Starting at 8 pm. Music Showcase featuring between one and three talented musicians / groups. Admission free, but note drink minimum below.
Admissions free unless otherwise noted, but there's a $10 drink minimum. Click here for a map of the location of Waltz-Astoria at 23-14 Ditmars Boulevard in Astoria Queens. This map will include public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Waltz-Astoria Cafe in Astoria which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Queens Theatre In The Park In Flushing NY
April 10: Ragtime & Jazz
At 8 pm renowned jazz musician Terry Waldo and the Gotham City Band will perform with Broadway singer Colleen Hawk. It's sure to be a high quality performance. Admission $33.
April 11: Jubilation Choir
At 4 pm the 2010 Grammy Award winning Jubilation Choir sings traditional gospel tunes. Admission free with reservations.
Click here for a map of the location of Queens Theatre In The Park in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. This map will contain public transit info. Click this link to obtain more info on the Queens Theatre In The Park website. 718.760.0064.
Flushing Town Hall
April 17: Tellin' On The Downbeat
At 2.15 pm. John Blake Quartet and Charlotte Blake-Alston storyteller will entertain with jazz and stories - fun for youngsters. Admission $12 adults & $8 children.
April 17: World Jazz
At 8 pm. Jazz with violin, fiddle, bass, drums, percussion, piano and vocals. Admission $20 / $10.
The Gallery is open from 12 noon to 5 pm and the suggested donation is $5. Click here to view / print a map showing the location of the Flushing Town Hall in Flushing Queens NY. This will also include public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Flushing Town Hall in Flushing Queens which includes complete contact info including a link to their website.
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning in Jamaica NY
April 23 Register for April 29: Kakande - Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert
At 7.30 pm. The balafon in West Africa dates back to 1235 AD. Fast forward to 2010 at JCAL with xylophone player, Kakande playing with vocals, flute, guitar and cellos. These concerts are generally excellent. Must register for free admission prior to April 23.
JCAL is open 10 am - 5 pm Monday and Friday and 10 am - 7 pm Tuesday through Thursday [closed April 2nd & 3rd]. Admission Free. Click here to view a story about a prior event at Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning JCAL in Jamaica Queens.
Click this link to see a map of the location of Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning in Jamaica Queens NYC. The map links below will include transit info. Click this link to obtain more info on the JCAL website. Tel: 718.658.7400.
Member Posted - Queens Events Calendar
Queens Community & Commercial Events Calendar
This calendar contains events submitted by community and commercial enterprises. Community events include readings, art shows, musical performances, open houses and so forth. Commercial events include NFL and Holiday parties, wine tastings, clothing sales, apartment open houses, pool / billiards leagues and more. Click the drop down menu to submit events [ID required].
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$element(calendar,large_calendar,2)$Street Fairs & Parks - Queens NY
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Queens Street Fairs 2010
The good weather is on its way and the street fair season has finally begun. The following is a starting list and you can click on this link to view a listing of the Queens Street Fairs of 2009, which includes maps of locations for most of the street fairs in Queens last year.
April 24: Queens Street Festivals 2010 - Greenpoint Ave
In Sunnyside starting at 11 am and going to 6 pm. Click here to view a map showing the location of the Street Fair in Sunnyside Queens 2010.
April 25: Queens Street Festival 2010 - Steinway Street Astoria
In Astoria starting at 11 am and going to 6 pm. Click here to view a map showing the location of the Street Fair in Astoria Queens 2010.
Sporting / Park Events - Queens
Queens parks are open year round. Click on this link to view a compendium of Queens Parks & activities.
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April 5: Mets Opening Game At CitiField
At 1.10 pm. The Mets open against Florida at Citifield. Click here to view the Mets Baseball Schedule at Citifield.
Five Boro Bike Tour
April: Sign Up For May 2nd 5 Boro Bike Ride
The only way into the 42 mile Five Boro Bike Ride is to sign up with one of the charities which includes making a $300 plus donation.
But for spectators of the May 2nd event, the ride begins at Battery Park, runs north past Macy's & the NY Public Library into Central Park, north thru Harlem, circling back south along the FDR. It then crosses the Queens Boro Bridge and heads north to Astoria Park for the first rest stop. Then south over the Pulaski Bridge, thru Brooklyn onto Staten Island via the Verrazano Bridge. Riders return to Battery Park via the ferry. Click here to sign up for the Five Boro Bike Ride - Queens Buzz.
Al Oerter Recreational Facility
April: Public Indoor Basketball Court, Computer Labs, Exercise Rooms, Handball Court, Dance Studio & Ping Pong Tables In Queens
This is a beautiful, relatively new facility. They are open Monday through Friday 6 A - 10 P and Saturday 9 A - 5 P. Closed for important holidays. Bring padlock for locker and a change of clothes for athletics.
Free admission. Click here for a map to the Al Oerter Recreational Facility in Flushing Queens.
Public Golf Courses In Queens - NOW OPEN
Click here for maps and info about the public golf courses in Queens.
Queens Golf Courses are open year round. Click on the link above to view a story which includes maps and links to the Queens Golf courses.
Acqueduct / Belmont Race Track In Jamaica NY
April: Racetrack Open - TBD
Use the following links for more current info. The horse race track is generally dark on Mondays and Tuesdays, but will close for the Christmas holiday week. Gates open at 11 am and General Parking is free. Click here for a map of the location of the Acqueduct Race Track at 110-00 Rockaway Boulevard in Jamaica, NY. This map will contain public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Acqueduct Race Track / NYRA in Queens which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
NYC Parks – Indoor Swimming In Queens NY
April: Aquatic Center & World Class Ice Rink
NYC Parks Department opened a new Olympic sized pool in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. You must bring a swimming suit, a swimming cap and quality padlock to be admitted. There's also a world class ice rink in the same facility, wherein you can rent skates. Click on this link for a story about the Queens Ice Rink & Indoor Swimming Pool, including daily admission fees. The pool is open Monday - Friday from 6 am to 10 pm, Saturday from 9 am - 10 pm and Sunday from 9 am - 8 pm. Annual Fee is $75 adults / $10 seniors / and under 18 is free. Click this link for a map to the Queens Ice Rink and Natatorium Indoor Swimming Pool. This map contains public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the NYC Parks department - NYC Queens Parks which includes complete contact info and a link to their website. Applicable for entertaining Children / Kids.
Theater Events & Performances - Queens NY
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$LaGuardia Performing Arts Center In Long Island City
April 8, 9, 13, 14, 16: Three Sisters Vanishing
Influenced by Anton Chekhov's Three Sisters, this is a new play written and directed by LPAC faculty member, Handan Ozbilgin Bromley. Admission free. In the Little Theater at 8 pm on every date provided above, except the 13th when the matinee starts at 2.30 pm.
Click this link for a map of the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center LPAC at 31-10 Thomson Avenue at Van Dam Street in Long Island City LIC Queens. This map links below will contain transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center in Long Island City which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
The Secret Theatre In LIC Long Island City
Thru April 3: Othello
At 8 pm on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Admission $15.
April 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30: The Tempest
At 8 pm with one matinee at 3.30 pm. Shakespeare's last, and some say his best, play starring Richard Mazda and the Queens Players. $15 admission.
April 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24: Vampire Lesbians Of Sodom
At 8 pm with one matinee 4/24 at 3.30 pm and also 11 pm on 4/17 & 4/24. This show includes Sleeping Beauty or Coma, both offbeat comedies written in the 1980's. Admission $15.
Click here to read a review we did on a prior performance at the Secret Theatre in LIC. Click here to see a map of the Secret Theatre at 44-02 23rd Street in LIC Long Island City Queens. The map includes transit info. Click this link to our business listing for the Secret Theatre in LIC which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Chocolate Factory Theater - LIC / Long Island City
April 1, 2, 3: The Geometry
Starts at 8 pm. Fascinating new production by Object Collection in collaboration with Jennifer Walshe. Very modern, esoteric mix of theater, music and philosophy - see link below for an onsite review of it. Admission $15.
April 9, 10, 14 - 17, 21 - 24: Cooler
At 8 pm. A performance about a group of people living in a cooler. Admission $15.
Click here to view a review done of the performance at the Chocolate Factory Theater LIC. The Chocolate Factory Theater is theater in LIC / Long Island City. Click this link for a map of the location of the Chocolate Factory Theater 5-49 49th Avenue LIC. Click this link to our business listing for the Chocolate Factory Theater LIC Queens which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Thalia Spanish Theatre In Sunnyside NY
April 23, 24, 25: Musical Concerts / Conciertos De Musica
Three days of latin music. The first night is Brazilian influenced Flamenco music, the second night is Cuban Charanga and on Sunday romantic latin songs. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 4 pm. Admission to two concerts is $25.
April 30 - May 9: Ballet Fiesta Mexicana
Modern influenced traditional Mexican music and dance. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 4 pm. Admission $30 / $27 or $25 on Fridays.
Click here to view a review done a prior performance at Thalia Spanish Theatre in Sunnyside / teatro en espanol en queens. The Thalia Theatre is an award winning cultural center in Sunnyside. Click this link for a map of the location of the Thalia theatre at 41-17 Greenpoint Avenue in Sunnyside. Click this link to our business listing for the Thalia Theatre of Sunnyside Queens which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Queens Theatre In The Park In Flushing NY
April 10: Beauty & The Beast
At 11 am and 1 pm. Taubenslag Productions performs popular children's musical fantasy. Admission $12.
Click here for a map of the location of Queens Theatre In The Park in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. This map will contain public transit info. Click this link to obtain more info on the Queens Theatre In The Park website. 718.760.0064.
Prior Front Page Event Postings In Chrono Order
Great Weather & Final Runs
Tonite LIC Space hosts a reception entitled Art, Jewelry & Jazz starting at 7 pm in LIC.
Queens kicks off April with a whole slew of art event closings at PS1. Note that the details of most events posted here and many more are included in our April Queens Events calendar - click on top tool bar link or this photo.
But there are also openings and ongoing programs too. QMA opens The Art Of War which has a one week run showing propaganda posters during the Vietnam War [see photo to right].
This is also the last weekend that the Chocolate Factory Theatre hosts its short run of Object Collection's The Geometry [scroll down for review]. This weekend the Secret Theatre will also end its run of Othello.
And we've posted the first DRAFT of the April Queens Events calendar, which includes details for all events here and between 50 - 100 cultural events going on in Queens this month.
This Weekend - Dance Festival Begins
Thursday night Three Sisters Vanishing begins its two weekend run at the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center in LIC. This production is the work of LPAC faculty member Ozbilgin Brandon and was influenced by Chekov's Three Sisters [theater]. Also in LIC on Thursday night, Flux Factory hosts its artist open mic on Flux Second Thursdays [art]. Also in LIC, but on Friday at the Fardom Gallery, there's an exhibit opening reception by LIC Space for Bedtime Stories, Monotone Dreams beginning at 7 pm [art].
On Saturday in Jamaica there's an all day long event at the Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning [JCAL] introducing the exhibit Art As Action. This exhibit is being curated by Heng-Gil of JCAL and events begin at 10 am including tours, talks and a reception from 6 - 9 pm [art]. In Flushing on Saturday, at Queens Theatre In The Park, Beauty & The Beast is playing in two matinees [theater], and at night there's a performance of Ragtime & Jazz [music]. And on Sunday, also at Queens Theatre In The Park in Flushing the grammy award winning Jubilation Choir will be performing at 4 pm. Lastly, there's a book lecture about Jamaica Estates, the details of which have been posted in the Members Calendar which is also shown in the Queens Events Calendar. And the weather will be good, except on Friday [see report below].
Last Weekend Of Dance Festival
Cooler & Othello Open / 3 Sisters Vanishing To End
John Blake Jazz Musician / Wine Tastings
In LIC, the Chocolate Factory has begun showing a new production, entitled Cooler which began Thursday and runs this weekend and next [Theater]. Details of all events mentioned here may be found by clicking this photo or link of the 'Queens Events button above; and then clicking on the section link denoted in parentheses eg [Theater]. On Friday night in LIC at the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center, Three Sisters Vanishing will be performed starting at 8 pm. This is a new work by a Queens playwright which is an adaptation of Chekhov's work Three Sisters.
Green Space Blooms Dance Festival continues Friday through Sunday [Dance] in LIC. Also in LIC and running through the weekend, is the opening of Othello starring Richard Mazda, the founder of the Secret Theatre and Queens Players. Vampire Lesbians Of Sodom is also playing at the Secret Theatre throughout the weekend [Theater].
On Friday and Saturday nights in Astoria, at Waltz-Astoria, is Music Showcase which is the performances by two talented musicians in an intimate lounge performance [Live Music]. In Flushing, on Saturday, at the Flushing Town Hall, jazz musican John Blake will perform in the afternoon in tandem with his wife Charlotte who is a professional storyteller, in a matinee for kids. At night there will be jazz performance for adults [Live Music].
And of course there are many other events, including numerous ongoing art exhibits, listed in our Queens Events calendar, as well as a number of events which have been booked in the 'Members Calendar'. You may find 'Member Events' under the 'Community' section along the left side bar and in scrolling through most sections of this site. Thursday night the Queens Economic Development Corporation hosts a seminar on accessing Capital [$] and there are also a couple of local wine tastings on Friday and Saturday. Enjoy.