Queens Events - JUNE 2010
Things To Do In Queens - Updated 6 / 24/ 10
The month of June marks the offical start of the summer. Graduations commence, weddings continue and summer vacations and family reunions begin. It's also the month when we honor fathers for their contributions to the life of the family.
In the photo above, we think you see a local father enjoying the ferris wheel ride with his two kids [not shown] at the St Demetrios fair held last month in Astoria. That's the Astoria skyline, looking east, in the background.
The Event Dates Along The Left Are In Bold For Quick Scanning. Click Link To Event Category
Art Exhibits & Events - Queens NY
Queens Art Museums
Click here for maps and info about Queens Art Museums
Noguchi Museum In Long Island City
June 13: Second Sundays - Florent Ghys
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 June, French musician / composer Florent Ghys presents a quirky combination: a home recorded minimalist music mix of classical and pop. 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
Through October 18: Greater New York 2010
This exhibit showcases living artists in the NY area. It includes workshops, performances, film and music. A couple of highlights include an encased simulated rain forest and an Atlas of Radical Cartography showing global interconnectedness, such as copper from Nevada going to smelters in China. The lowest level of the building [aka basement] will be film oriented. The main floors highlighting the most important movies, concerts, fashions, exhibits, designs to have happened in the past five years. And they will run a 'rotating gallery' of four curators, each of whom will have about a month to exhibit something. The first one ends on June 13th and the second one begins on June 19th.
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
Through October 3: The Curse Of Bigness
Looks like an interesting exhibit exploring opposites, such as large and small as the theme. An example given includes a miniature panorama [small] of NYC [big]. Another is a video of a woman wearing an expensive ornament switches from a business suit into a jail suit. At least one of the exhibits incorporates aspects of the museum itself.
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.
Sculpture Center - Long Island City
June 3: Incohative Listening + Centerless Portrayal
From 8 pm - 12 midnight. Tom Thayer's ecclectic sound, puppetry and animation, followed by Yuji Agematsu's slide projection and field recordings. There will be musical performances given throughout the evening in the museum and courtyard.
Through July 26: Knight's Move
This exhibit derives its title from the game of chess and is a multi-dimensional exploration of numerous abstract art themes.
Gallery hours are Thursday through Monday 12 noon - 6 pm. Free admission, but a $5 donation is suggested. Click this link to see a map of the location of the Sculpture Center at 44-19 Purves Street in Long Island City LIC Queens NY. Also see neighborhood map link below for transit info into the area. Click this link for our business listing of the Sculpture Center in Long Island City which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning in Jamaica NY
Through June 12: Jamaica Flux 2010 - Workspaces and Windows
There are exhibits along & just off Jamaica Avenue in public spaces. Admission free.
June 24: Opening Reception - (IN) VISIBLE CITIES
From 6 - 8 pm. Opening reception for new art exhibit that runs through August 21. Free admission.
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
June 4: First Fridays
From 7 - 9 pm on most first Fridays of the month, they host an opening reception, at their Fardom Gallery 25-17 41st Street in LIC. This week they will have live music [a band named Anti-Social Music] and, as yet undisclosed works on display. Admission free.
The Fardom gallery hours are Wed - Fri from 3 - 8 pm and Sat & Sun from 12 noon to 6 pm. Click here to see a map of the LIC Space Fardom location 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
June 5: Science Fair
Opens on June 5th and open for visitation on the 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th from 12 noon to 6 pm. This exhibit uses the grade school science fair as a milieu in which to explore the impact of science on art. Done in collaboration with another art collective: The Metric System.
June 10: Flux Thursdays
On the second Thurday of every month, Flux Factory has an 'artists open mic' which begins at 8 pm. This month poured paint collages, a performance and the Science Fair Exhibit will be in full swing. 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.
Dean Project - Long Island City
June 5: Long Island City Arts Project
From 7 - 11 pm. A documentary film is showcased at this fund raiser. $10 minimum donation.
Through July 17: Jack In The Space
Heng-Gil Han curates an exploration of space. For example what happens if Jackson Pollock's drips get unraveled? Is there space between the layers of paint? This exhibit attempts to make the art felt, rather than be seen.
Click this link to see a map of the location of the PS1 in LIC which also contains transit info into the area. The Dean Project is located a block away at 45-43 21st Street in Long Island City.
Socrates Sculpture Park - LIC / Astoria
June 4, 5 & 6: Makers Market
On Friday there's a fundraiser wherein you can have first dibs on shopping the Makers Market which is an assemblage of artists' and craftsmen's works in objets d'arte, accompanied by hors d'oeuvres and drinks - for this night only - $50 admission. On Saturday and Sunday the market opens at 11 am and closes at 7 pm and 5 pm respectively - admission is free but no food / beverage. On Saturday and Sunday there will also be other entertainment of sorts.
June Through August 1: Cityscape
The new summer exhibit is Cityscape: Surveying The Urban Biotope. The exhibit explores natural and man made elements in the context of the urban environment. Admission free.
The park is open during daylight hours. Open space to play for Kids / Children. Click here to view short reports on a previous 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.
Comedy Events - Queens
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June: 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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June: TBD [JCAL]
Flamenco dancing workshop begins at 6.30 and dance performance starts at 7.30 pm. Admission $12.
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.
Green Space / Dance Entropy In Long Island City LIC
June: Fertile Ground / Take Root
Click the links above to see the details which have been posted in the Members Calendar. These are modern dance performances in LIC.
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.
Topaz Arts In Woodside
June 5: I Saved This For You - Dance by Colleen Hooper
Starts at 7.30 pm. Click this link to view the details regarding a modern dance performance about getting rid of things.
Through June 13: Home & Home
By appointment and generally Saturdays from noon to 5 or 6 pm. Admission free. Click this link to review the modern photographic exhibit by Satomi Shirai exploring assimiliation and adaptation.
Click here to see a map of the location of Topaz Arts in Woodside. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link to obtain more info on the Topaz Arts in Woodside including contact info / website link.
Salvatore LaRussa Dance Theatre
June 13: Dance Performances At Salvatore LaRussa Dance Theatre
Queens Council On The Arts sponsored dance performances. Click the link above for details posted in the Members Events Calendar. Admission free in conjunction with QAX.
TBD - Click here to see a map of the location of Salvatore LaRussa Dance Theatre at 66-85 73rd Place Middle Village Queens NY. This map will also contain public transit info.
Dining & Drinking - Queens NY
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June: 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 review a Japanese restaurant.
Taste Of LIC
June 8: Taste Of LIC
From 6.30 - 8.30 pm at Gantry Park. A number of LIC restaurants contribute to the fifth annual Taste Of LIC. Proceeds go to the Chocolate Factory which is a performance theater. Admission fees start at $50. Click this link to purchase tickets to the Taste Of LIC 2010.
Farmers Markets OPEN 2010 - 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 Mkt Qns Botanical Gardens - Open July 2 - Nov 12, 2010
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
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June: Ongoing Art Exhibits
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
June: 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
Through June 6: Odyssevach
Starting at 8 pm Fridays / Saturdays and at 6 pm on Sundays. A drama about life's journey which draws on Homer's Odyssey and the Arabian Nights. Performance given in Greek with English subtitles. Admission $20 / $15.
Click here to see a map of the location of the Greek Cultural Center at 26-80 30th Street in Astoria Queens - TBD. This map will include public transit info. Click here to go to the website of the Greek Cultural Center in Astoria which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Jackson Heights Historic Tour - Jackson Heights NY
June 12: Jackson Heights Historic Tour
Lecture 10.45 am and 12 noon. Exhibition 10 am - 2 pm. Walking Tours - Saturday it's self-guided and Sunday it's guided - from 12 noon - 4 pm. Once a year author Daniel Karatzas of the Jackson Heights Beautification Group gives an interesting and well researched presentation of the history of Jackson Heights. On Sunday he gives a walking tour of the neighborhood. Admission free for lecture and exhibition / $10 for walking tour on either day.
Click here to see a map of the location of the Community Church 81-10 35th Avenue [map TBD]. This map will include public transit info.
Kingsland Homestead In Flushing
June 15: For The Love Of The Games
From 6.30 - 8.30 pm. A history of Queens Sports at Kingsland Homestead. This is a new exhibit about the evoluation of sporting events / structures in Queens. Admission is $20 / $15.
General 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
June 5: My Block, My Home
Block Party in Corona from 11 am - 5 pm on 107th Street, at the Louis Armstrong House. At 11 am there will be an unveiling of a mural and at 2 pm there will be music and dance. Done in collaboration with QMA.
June: House Tours & Tickets For Jazz Fest Available
House Tours are 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. Jazz Festival tickets for June 19th concert in the Armstrong House yard, featuring many of the current jazz greats went on sale April 22nd for $15.
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
June 7: The Rise & Fall Of Park Row
At 7 pm. A presentation by Thorin Tritter about the rise and fall of Park Row which used to be home to the city's competitive newspaper industry. Admission Free.
June 27: Astoria Park Walking Tour
At 12 noon meet at Ditmars and 19th Street. A tour of the park including discussions about historic homes and who once lived there, as well as about the neighboring bridges. Admission $10. Rsvp 718.278.0700.
June: 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
June: 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 - Jamaica NY
June: Will Post Soon
At X pm. Poetry, music, theatre & film. Admission $15.
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 & Parades - Queens NY
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June 6: LGBT Pride Parade / Multi-Cultural Festival
The parade starts around noon in Jackson Heights at 37th Avenue and 85th Streets - going down along 37th Avenue to 75th Street. A festival is running in tandem with the parade from 11 A - 6 P on 37th Road from 73rd to 77th Streets.
June 12: Flag Day Parade
Starts at 11 am near Greenpoint Avenue and 41st Street, ending at 48th Street. This will be followed by events at Joe Sabba Park at 49th Street in the middle of Queens Blvd. One of the oldest flag day parades in the city.
Queens Botanical Garden
June: Botanical Gardens Open
Click to business directory link below for their website and current events.
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
June: Science
Click to business directory link below for their website and current events.
Events are free with General Admission $11 / $8, unless otherwise specified. Hours April through June are: Mon - Thurs 9.30 - 2 pm, Friday 9.30 - 5 pm and Sat / Sun 10 am - 6 pm. 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
June: 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 weekdays from 10 am - 5 pm and from 10 am - 5.30 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Admission $7 / $3. 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
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June: Queens Art Express Films
Starts at 8 pm in the Little Theater. These films are excellent. Admission Free.
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.
Bohemian Hall And Beer Garden in Astoria NY
June - Thursdays [sometimes Fridays so call ahead]: Jazz Concerts
From 6.30 - 9.30 pm through the summer. Jazz concerts are generally performed in the Beer Garden. Admission Free.
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.
Waltz-Astoria
June: Music Showcase
Starts at 8 pm. Generally features three talented musicians. 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.
Flushing Town Hall
June 18: World Jazz
At 8 pm. A great jazz concert featuring music from some of Queens jazz legends. Admission $40 / $32 / $20.
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.
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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Click first link below for June Street Fairs
We'll update the info on this page soon
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 2010, which includes maps of locations for most of the street fairs in Queens last year.
June 6: Queens Pridefest Jackson Heights
In Jackson Heights from 11 am - 6 pm. Along 37th Road from 73rd to 77th Streets. Click here for the Jackson Heights Street Fair map.
June 13: Forest Hills Festival Of The Arts
In Forest Hills from 11 am - 6 pm. Along Austin Street from 69th to 72nd Road. Click here for the Forest Hills Street Fair map.
June 23 - 27: St Antonio Abate Society Of Castrofilippo
In Astoria along Ditmars Blvd between 35th and 38th Streets. Not sure of times.
June 24: Caribbean Music Festival - Meta & The Cornerstones / Ruff Stuff
From 4 - 7 pm along 160th Street and Jamaica Avenue in Jamaica Queens. Free.
June 26: Juneteenth Event With Chashama
From 12 noon to 9 pm at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center [153rd Street and Jamaica Avenue] in Jamaica. Free.
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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June: Kayaking Continues
Kayaking begins on Sundays in late May and runs through September / October depending on weather. Times are 12 noon on 5/16 and 5/30 and 1 pm on 5/23. Click here to view a story we did about kayaking on the East River in Queens with the LIC Boathouse. Click here to view the location of LIC Boathouse - kayaking on the East River. Admission free.
Mets - Major League Baseball Team In Queens NY
June: Mets Games At CitiField
Click here to view the full Mets schedule for home games at Citifield - Mets Baseball Schedule May 2010 at Citifield.
Tour De Queens Bike Ride Sign Up
June 20: Tour De Queens Bike Ride Sign Up Begins Online
The 24 mile family-oriented Tour De Queens Bike Ride begins at the Queens Museum Of Art in Flushing near the Unisphere starting between 7.30 - 9.30 am. The ride details will be posted when we receive them. Click here to sign up for the Tour De Queens Bike Ride - Queens Buzz.
Al Oerter Recreational Facility
June: 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 - 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.
Belmont Race Track In Jamaica NY
June: Racetrack Open
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
June: 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
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June 26 & 27: Ardnaglass On The Air
Starts at 8 pm. This is a comedy about when a pig farmer's radio show, a bar maid and a BBC intern. Admission $20 / $15.
Click this link for a map of the Hall at ANORAC Democratic Club at 45-23 47th Street in Sunnyside [map to be posted at later date]. This map link will also contain transit info.
Unity Stage Theatre Company - Sunnyside
Last Weekend - June 24, 25, 26: Six Cylinder Love
Starts at 8 pm on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays. Matinee Sunday June 13th at 3 pm. This 1921 Broadway play revival is about the comedy of love without money. Click here to read our review of the Six Cylinder Love by the Unity Stage Theatre Company. Call 718.361.5858 to reserve tickets which cost $15. Click here to view the Members Calendar showing the dates and times of the play.
Click this link for a map of the Hall at ANORAC Democratic Club at 45-23 47th Street in Sunnyside [map to be posted at later date]. This map link will also contain transit info.
The Secret Theatre In LIC Long Island City
June 10 - 13 / 17 - 20 / 24 - 26: The Taming Of The Shrew
At 8 pm with 3.30 pm matinee on June 12th only. Admission $15.
June 24 - 27: Ortonesque Festival
At 8 pm on Thursday through Saturday [Loot / What The Butler Saw / Loot - respectively] and one matinee at 3 pm on Saturday [What The Butler Saw] and Sunday [Ruffian]. Sorry, the information provided to us was even more confusing than this and we didn't have time to follow up by phone - see link below. 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
Through June 5: Get Mad At Sin
At 8 pm. An art performance, which near as I can tell from the press release, seems to be a satire of the once popular televangelist Jimmy Swaggart. If memory serves me correctly, Jimmy fell from grace when he was caught cheating on his wife, with a Louisiana hooker. 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
June 5 & 6: Music Festival
Three days of outdoor latin music - details to be posted. Admission free.
Last Weekend - June 25, 26, 27: The Prostitutes Will Precede You Into The Reign Of Heaven
At 8 pm on Friday [English], 3 pm [English] and 8 pm on Saturday [Espanol], and 4 pm on Sunday [Espanol]. A one woman tragedy / comedy about a modern Mary Magdalene who tells her 'boyfriend', a statue of Christ, about her travails. Admission $22 / $20.
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.