DECEMBER 2009 - Queens Events
Things To Do In Queens NY - Also See Front Page
December - Holidays, Parties & Shopping
December marks the end of the year 2009. Time to celebrate a tough year survived. Maintain your inner peace and happiness and all will flow from within. At Queens Buzz we want to thank you for your interest and support.
Warm Weekend Ahead
Queens NY / December 25, 2009. This weekend the weather is expected to be in the forties. It will be cloudy Friday, some rain is expected Saturday and it will be sunny on Sunday. It is a low key weekend as far as activities go, but there are a number of interesting things to do with friends or the kids.
The art museums will be open and have a number of interesting exhibits going on. For details about the art exhibits or other items mentioned below, scroll through the Queens Events section of this site. We recommend a visit to Astoria to see the Museum Of The Moving Image, upon which we will post a report sometime over the next few days. Beginning Saturday the Museum Of The Moving Image will be open for a ten day stretch. The Queens Zoo and NY Science Hall, both in Flushing Meadows Corona Park are also open throughout the holidays. And in Jamaica at the Black Spectrum Theatre Company there is a performance about Kwanza.
Holiday Weather Soon To Arrive
Queens / December 17, 2009. This weekend the highs will be in the thirties and the lows in the twenties. There's a 90% chance of snow on Saturday, but could fall later in the day. On Friday night in Jamaica there's a film about Kwanza at the Afrikan Poetry Society beginning at 8 pm [history / culture]. Click here to read our story a film about Kwanza at the Afrikan Poetry Theatre in Queens.
On Saturday in Astoria there's a history roundtable at the Greater Astoria Historical Society beginning at 1 pm [history]. In Flushing at 8 pm [Sunday 3 pm] there's the Paul Taylor Dance Company with its annual performances at Queens Theatre In The Park [dance].
On Sunday in Flushing there's the last showing of the film Sweet Karma at the Queens Theatre In The Park [film]. Also in Flushing beginning at 5 pm there's a reception and discussion about AIDS at the Queens Museum Of Art [art]. All weekend in LIC at the Secret Theatre there are performances of A Midsummers Nights Dream and Titus Andronicus [Theater]. Click into our Queens Events calendar for details of all events. Click the sidebar link for the weather details.
Nutcracker / Karma / PS1
Performance Art / Film / Nutcracker Ballet / History Tour & ...
Queens / December 12, 2009. Thursday in Flushing at the Queens Museum Of Art starting at 6 pm is a documentary film about the changes in Venezeula since Hugo Chavez has taken power. It will be followed by a discussion. Also tonite in Jamaica at 6.30 pm, for the kids there's a holiday party at JCAL. On Friday in Astoria, staring at 8 pm there's a talent expo at Waltz-Astoria featuring three talented musicians.
On Saturday, in Flushing at the Queens Theatre In The Park, starting at 2 pm a comedy entitled Rosa about a mother / daughter relationship and at 8 pm there's a film entitled Sweet Karma which has some scrooge analogies. In Long Island City at 3 pm at the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center there's a performance of the Nutcracker. Also in LIC at PS1 there are two performance art acts - one explores modern conceptions of entertainment while another explores the sounds of construction - beginning at 4 pm.
On Sunday, in Flushing beginning at 1 pm, there's the annual historic holiday house tour. Meet at the Queens Historical Society or any of the participating sites to start the tour. All weekend long in Jamaica there are performances of 'The Night Before Kwanza' starting at 8 pm at the Black Spectrum Theatre Company. And at the Secret Theatre Company in Long Island City there are performances all weekend long of 'Titus Andronicus' starting at 8 pm. See the Queens Events section of this site for details on these and other events and exhibitions. The photo above was taken at the Queens Historical Society in Flushing. And of course it's holiday shopping season - click here to go to the Queens Shopping section of this site.
Art Exhibits & Events - Queens NY
Queens Art Museums
Click here for maps and info about Queens Art Museums
Noguchi Museum In Long Island City
December 13: Second Sundays - One Day Sale
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 December there will be a sale in lieu of regular programming with discounts of 10%.
Through October 24, 2010: Noguchi ReINstalled
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. Admission $10 / $5. First Friday of every month, pay what you wish. Click here to view / print 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. Note that the links below are for Astoria dining and shopping which are closest to the museum.
Astoria NY Neighborhood Attractions Map / Transit Info
Astoria NY Restaurants, Reviews & Map
PS1 Art Exhibits in Long Island City
December 12: Wayne Hodge / Daniel Perlin
From 4 - 6 pm. As part of PS1's ongoing performance art series they're hosting performance art each month. In December Wayne will do a song & minstrel performance testing stereotypes of entertainment. Daniel will construct a model house while creating an audio composition of his effort.
Through 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.
Through 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.
Through 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.
Through March 1, 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.
Through April 5, 2010: Selected Portraits
Twenty four large scale selected portraits out of photographer Robert Bergman's archive.
Through 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.
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.
LIC Long Island City Neighborhood Attractions Map / Transit Info
LIC Long Island City Restaurants, Reviews & Map
LIC Long Island City Shopping Stories
LIC Long Island City Business Directory
Queens Museum Of Art [QMA] Exhibit in Flushing
December 6: Opening of Faces & Facts: Korean Contemporary Art In NY
From 3 - 6 pm a reception for this exhibit which showcases 60 works by 54 artists.
December 10: Film - Inside The Revolution
From 6 to 10.30 pm, a film about the revolution of Hugo Chavez in Venezuela. This film will be very interesting for anyone interested in what's been going on in Venezuela since Chavez took power.
December 12: Ecuadorian Music Festival
From 12 noon to 5 pm, Ecuadorian musicians perform.
December 20: Framing AIDS 2009
From 5 - 7 pm reception & artist talk about AIDS.
Through March 13, 2010: Ongoing Exhibits
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.
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.
Flushing & Corona Neighborhood Attractions Map / Transit Info
Flushing Restaurants, Reviews & Map
Flushing & Corona Shopping Stories
Flushing & Corona Business Directory
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning in Jamaica NY
Through January 16, 2010: John L Moore
Moore explores shapes, ideas and themes in his abstract paintings. Admission free.
Open 10 am - 5 pm Monday and Friday and 10 am - 7 pm Tuesday through Thursday. Admission Free. 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.
Socrates Sculpture Park - Long Island City / Astoria
Through March 8, 2010: Emerging Artists Fellowship Exhibitions
The new exhibits run through the winter.
The park is open during daylight hours in the winter. Open space to play for Kids / Children. Click here to view / print 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. Note that the links below are for the dining and shopping area closest to the park.
Sculpture Center - Long Island City
January 10, 2010: Leopards In The Temple
Coming soon. No known exhibitions for December.
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 the telephone number of the Sculpture Center in Long Island City. Click here to go to the Sculpture Center website.
Comedy Events - Queens
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December: 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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December 5: Black & White
Mariana Beckerman explores the diversity of the human condition in seven dances which play on the imagery of motion, costumes and music. The performance starts at 8 pm in the Little Theatre at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center. Admission $20 / $15 / $10.
December 9, 10 11 & 12: The Nutcracker
This holiday favorite returns to the stage at LPAC. On the 9th through the 11th there are Schooltime performances at 10 and 11.30 am. Admission $7 for Schooltime performances. On the 12th the event starts at 3 pm and includes a visit by Santa and each child will receive a gift. On December 12th admission is $12 / $10. In the Main Stage Theatre.
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.
Queens Theatre In The Park In Flushing NY
December 19 & 20: Paul Taylor Dance Company
This is a comedy about a mother daughter relationship. Performances are at 2 pm and 8 pm on the 19th and at 3 pm on the 20th. Admission $44 / $41 / $21.
December 29 & 30: The Nutcracker
Performances of the classic at 1 pm and 4 pm. 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.
Flushing Town Hall
December 13 & 19: The Nutcracker
Tchaikovsky's ballet comes to life starting at 2 pm. Admission $15 / $12.
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.
Topaz Arts In Woodside NY
Through December 20: Footnotes For Revelation
This is an art exhibit which shows iconic images placed on canvas with goldleaf. Looks appealing.
Click here to view a report done on a prior event hosted by Topaz Arts in Woodside Queens. Click this link for a map of the location of Topaz Arts at 55-03 39th Avenue in Woodside. Click this link to our business listing for Topaz Arts in Woodside Queens which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Dining & Drinking - Queens NY
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Queens Buzz.com
December: 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.
Bohemian Hall And Beer Garden in Astoria NY
December 31st: 100th Anniversary - New Years Party
Celebration of 100th anniversary of the oldest beer garden in NYC starts with buffet, live entertainment and champagne toast. Starts at 8.30 pm. Admission $55 at door / $45 advance.
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.
Film / Movie Events - Queens NY
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December 26 - January 3: Holiday Week Activities
The museum will be open from 10 am to 5 pm, including New Years Day [closed for Christmas]. There will be a moving pictures workshop staring at 12 noon for ages 6 - 12 which runs for 45 mintues and there's a materials fee of $5 per child. From 1.30 to 3 pm there's a Stop Motion Animation Workshop for ages 10 and up with a materials fee of $10. And running hourly from 11 am to 4 pm are short animated films by Pixar. For Kids / Children.
December: Behind The Screen
This core exhibit is about how films / movies are produced, including showcasing vintage equipment.
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.
Historic / Cultural Events - Queens NY
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Click here for maps and info about Queens Historical Sites and Attractions
Kingsland Homestead In Flushing
December 13: Annual Historic Holiday House Tour
From 1 - 5 pm, visit many standing remnants of America's past including the Kingsland Homestead, the Lewis Latimer House, the Voelker Orth Museum, the Friends Meeting House, Flushing Town Hall and the Bowne House. For anyone interested in American or local history, this tour is well worth seeing. Admission $10 / Kids Free.
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
December: Tours Of 'Satchmo's Stuff'
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
December 5: It Happened On 5th Avenue
At 1 pm with popcorn the old classic movie will be shown. Admission free.
December 7: Astoria Park & Holiday Party
Green Shores NYC will talk about how they want to protect the waterfront. After which there will be carols, candy canes and presents. At 7 pm. Admission free.
December 19: History Roundtable
A war buff's delight. Starts at 1 pm and free.
December: 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 - Flushing Branch
December: 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
December 18: The Black Candle
At 7.30 pm a documentary film that uses Kwanza to explore the African American experience, tracing the evolution of Kwanza which emanated out of the Black Power movement of the sixties into a pan African holiday. Admission Free.
December 27: Kwanza Extravaganza
Discussions, performances, food, gifts and concessions running from 1 - 8 pm. Admission $5 / $1 children.
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
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Mexican Circus Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Although we haven't been able to confirm this, we believe that this year there won't be a circus at Flushing Meadows Corona Park. If we hear differently we will post the update.
Bohemian Hall And Beer Garden in Astoria NY
December 5: Mikulas / Czech St Nicholas Day
For kids with a choral recital and festivities starting at 3 pm. Admission $5 / $2.
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.
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning in Jamaica NY
December 10: 1st JCAL Holiday Party
At 6.30 pm. This is a community holiday party, including hot cocoa, treats and holiday art activities for the whole family. Admission free.
Open 10 am - 5 pm Monday and Friday and 10 am - 7 pm Tuesday through Thursday. Admission Free. 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.
Jamaica Neighborhood Attractions Map / Transit Info
Jamaica Restaurants, Reviews & Map
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center In Long Island City
December 9, 10 11 & 12: The Nutcracker
This holiday favorite returns to the stage at LPAC. On the 9th through the 11th there are Schooltime performances at 10 and 11.30 am. Admission $7 for Schooltime performances. On the 12th the event starts at 3 pm and includes a visit by Santa and each child will receive a gift. On December 12th admission is $12 / $10. In the Main Stage Theatre.
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.
Flushing Town Hall
December 1: Greg Kennedy Juggler
At 3.15 pm a man called "a hero to the art form" will perform juggling acts. Admission $12 / $10 / $8.
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.
Jackson Heights & Elmhurst Neighborhood Attractions Map / Transit Info
Jackson Heights & Elmhurst Restaurants, Reviews & Map
Jackson Heights & Elmhurst Shopping Stories
Jackson Heights & Elmhurst Business Directory
Tree Lighting Events
Many neighborhoods host annual tree / menorah lighting events. The following are a few of which we are currently aware. They frequently include a visit by Santa for the kids and hot cocoa / chocolate and sometimes gifts.
December 1: Sunnyside Chamber Of Commerce
At 6 pm at Joe Sabba Park in Sunnyside.
December 2: Central Astoria Local Development Corp
At 4 pm in the Precious Blood Parking Lot in Astoria [sorry map not available at posting time].
December 5: Woodside On The Move
At 6 pm in Sohncke Square Park in Woodside.
December 16: Jackson Heights Beautification Group
At 4 pm in front of the post office on 37th Avenue near 78th Street in Jackson Heights.
Socrates Sculpture Park - LIC Long Island City / Astoria
Winter Exhibits / March 8, 2010: Emerging Artists Fellowship Exhibitions
The new exhibits run through the winter.
The park is open during daylight hours in the winter. Open space to play for Kids / Children. Click here to view / print 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. Note that the links below are for the dining and shopping area closest to the park.
Astoria NY Neighborhood Attractions Map / Transit Info
Astoria NY Restaurants, Reviews & Map
Queens Botanical Garden
December: 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
December: 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
December: 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
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December 4, 11 & 18: Astoria Talent Expo
Friday nights starting at 8 pm, three performances by three accomplished musicians.
December 26: Nova Columbo - A Christmas Show
Not sure what to expect, other than some fine music. Starts at 8 pm.
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
December 4: Asian Jazz Fusion Concert
At 8 pm there will be a performance by the Jeff Fairbanks Jazz Orchestra. Admission Free / Donations welcome.
December 6: Klez Dispensers
At 2 pm a performance of Yiddish songs that blends traditional and jazz. Admission $15 / $12.
December 13 & 19: The Nutcracker
Tchaikovsky's ballet comes to life starting at 2 pm. Admission $15 / $12.
December 20: Kwanza Celebration
At 2 pm Grammy Award winning bassist, composer and vocalist Bakithi Kumalo performs some rhthyms and melodies of African Kwanza. Admission $15 / $12.
The Gallery is open from 12 noon to 5 pm and the suggested donation is $5. Click here to view / print a map showing the location of the Flushing Town Hall in Flushing Queens NY. This will also include public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Flushing Town Hall in Flushing Queens which includes complete contact info including a link to their website.
Member Posted - Queens Events Calendar
Queens Community & Commercial Events Calendar
This calendar contains events submitted by community and commercial enterprises. Community events include readings, art shows, musical performances, open houses and so forth. Commercial events include NFL and Holiday parties, wine tastings, clothing sales, apartment open houses, pool / billiards leagues and more. Click the drop down menu to submit events [ID required].
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$element(calendar,large_calendar,2)$Outdoor Events - Queens
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Queens Greenmarkets / Farmers Markets - Queens NY
See closing dates below or click this link for Queens Farmers Markets closing dates 2009.
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. Click this link for our business listing of the City Council on the Environment contact information. IMPORTANT NOTE - The CENYC green market hours posted are based on last year.
Astoria Farmers Market - Closes Nov 25th
WEDNESDAYS between 8 am – 5 pm. Click here for a map to the Astoria Farmers Market locations on 14th Street just south of 31st Avenue.
Flushing Farmers Market - Closes Nov 13th
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 at 47-01 111th Street in Flushing.
Glendale / Atlas Park Farmers Market - Closes Nov 21st
Saturdays between 8 am – 4 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 - Closes Nov 22nd
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 - Closes Nov 14th
Open Fridays and Saturdays from 8.30 am to 4 pm. Click here to view a map of the Jamaica Farmers Market location at 160th Street and Jamaica Avenue.
Long Island City LIC Farmers Market - Closes Nov 21st
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 - Closes Dec 19th
Saturdays between 8 am – 4 pm. Click here to view a map of the Sunnyside Farmers Market location on Skillman Avenue and 43rd Street.
Queens Street Fairs In December
Click this link for Queens Street Fairs times, dates & location maps.
As far as we know, there won't be any more street fairs until next year.
Sporting Activities / Events - Queens
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December: 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
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 Race Track In Jamaica NY
December 2 - 6, 9 - 13, 26, 27, 30, 31: Racetrack Open
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
December: 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.
Street Fairs & Parks - Queens NY
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December: None - Season Over
Note that we believe the street fair season is over and that we won't be seeing any until Spring of 2010. Click on this link to view a listing of the Queens Street Fairs of 2009.
Parks
December: Special Events Posted Ad Hoc
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Theater Events & Performances - Queens NY
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Queens Theatre In The Park In Flushing NY
December 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13: Rosa Loses Her Face
This is a comedy about a mother daughter relationship. Show times are 8 pm on the 4th, 5th and 12th, 2 pm on the 5th, 9th, 10th and 12th and 3 pm on the 6th and 13th. Admission $38 / $32 / $20.
December 4 - 6, 9, 12, 13, 19, 20: Sweet Karma
This is an original play about a Cambodian man who survived the wars in that region during the sixties, immigrated to the U.S. and became successful in Hollywood. In a Scrooge-like fashion at the end of his life, he's confronted with the choices he's made. On the 4th, 5th, 12th and 19th there's a showtime at 8 pm. On the 5th, 9th, 12th and 19th there's a showtime at 2 pm. And on the 6th, 13th and 20th there's a showtime at 3 pm. Admission $20 / $16.
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.
The Secret Theatre In LIC Long Island City
December 2, 3, 4, 5: Cyrano De Bergerac
At 8 pm a live performance of this famous love story at the Secret Theatre in Long Island City. Admission $15. Matinees starting at 3 pm on Nov 28, 29 & Dec 5th.
December 3 - 6, 9 - 12, 16 - 19, 20: A Midsummer Nights Dream
At 8 pm except on Dec 20. Matinees on the 19th and 20th at 3.30 pm. Classic Shakespearean comedy. Admission $15. Secret Theatre Studio.
December 10 - 13, 16 - 20: Titus Andronicus
At 8 pm and a matinee at 3.30 pm. Shakespearean drama with themes of family vs state and civilization vs savagery. Admission $15.
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 see a prior review of a performance including some of the Queens Players at the Secret Theatre in LIC.
Black Spectrum Theatre Company - Jamaica NY
December 9 - 29: Twas The Night Before Kwanza
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Description and Admission. Click this link to view a map of the location of the Black Spectrum Theatre Company at 119-07 Merrick Blvd in Jamaica Queens. Click this link for our business listing of the Black Spectrum Theatre Company in Jamaica NY which includes complete contact info and a link to their website. 718.723.1800.
Thalia Spanish Theatre In Sunnyside NY
Through December 6th: The Best Of Mestizo
This performance includes costumes, music and dances from most of the major latin american countries. Performances on weekends only at the following times: Friday at 8 pm, Saturday at 8 pm and Sunday at 4 pm. Admission $30 / $27. Click this link to view a brief review [scroll down the page] of the Best of Mestizo at Thalia Spanish Theatre in Sunnyside 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.
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