Queens Events - AUGUST 2010
Things To Do In Queens - UPDATED 8/19/10
Solid DRAFT - Additions & Refinements To Follow
Latin Festival, Bix, Dragon Boats & Tennis
The month of August marks the last full month of the summer. This month is full of fun things to do as noted in the title above - details of which are noted within this section.
There are also plenty of free things to do, such as concerts in the park, swimming at public pools, and shopping the fresh farmers markets and street fairs.
You can also cool down by going inside Queens art museums, theaters, restaurants and local shops.
Feel free to use our search engine to obtain prior reports and photos about events contained herein.
Category Links - Click these links to go to event section
Event Dates - Along left side are in bold for scanning
Art Exhibits & Events - Queens NY
Queens Art Museums
Click here for maps and info about Queens Art Museums
Noguchi Museum In Long Island City
August 8: Second Sundays - Bang On A Can / Cantaloupe Music
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 August, Evan Ziporyn will perform. He has created music that draws heavily from the east [I think most notably China] and has a classical music quality to it. Free with admission.
Thru 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. 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
August 7, 14, 21, 28 & September 4: PS1 Warm Up Parties
From 2 - 9 pm. Every Saturday PS1 hosts a mix of live and DJ music in its courtyard. This year in the courtyard, the Young Architects Art installation is entitled Pole Dance, which is an acoustically tuned mix of nets, poles, balls and water. Access included with admission.
Through October 18: Greater New York 2010
This exhibit showcases 68 living artists in the NYC area. It includes exhibits, workshops, live performances, film and music. There's a 5 year review spanning the past 50 years of art, a rotating exhibit gallery, film in the basement and more. 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.
Admission $10, except on PS1 Warm Up Party Saturdays when admission is $15. 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. Use our search function to view stories about prior exhbits and PS1 Warm Up parties.
Queens Museum Of Art [QMA] Exhibit in Flushing
August 6, 13, 20, 27: Target Passport Fridays 2010
From 6.30 - 10 pm every Friday. Each Friday night, QMA hosts a mix of film, music and dance from another culture. South Africa 7/9, Columbia / Ecuador 7/ 16, South Korea 7/23, Taiwan 7/30, Middle East 8/6, Brazil 8/13, India 8/20 and Mexico 8/27.
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
August: Closed - Prepping for 9/12 Opening
There will be a reception opening the new exhibits from 5 - 7 pm on Sunday, September 12th. Use our search function to view stories about prior events.
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 August 21: (IN)VISIBLE CITIES
A one woman exhibit by Priscilla De Carvalho. This is a mixed media exhibit including paintings, photographs taken in Queens and other materials. The theme is the vast expanse between the haves and have nots that is ignored by the media. Admission 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
August 6: First Fridays - SMEISE
From 7 - 9 pm, paintings, sculptures and drawings by seven artists, at their Fardom Gallery 25-17 41st Street in LIC.
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
August: Going Places (Doing Stuff) III
Every Saturday an artist picks a secret tour destination, advises the ticket holders what to bring and notifies them how long they'll be gone. FF likes to think of it as performance art. Tickets go on sale one week before each trip and they sell out quickly. Click this link to buy Flux Factory tickets where for the next event.
Titles / Dates Of Going Places (Doing Stuff) Tours: Wild Tilly's Circus Story 8/7, 500 Golden Buddha's And The Speed Of Water 8/14, Ghost Ships Of The Kills 8/21 and Demonstrations Of Aptitude 8/28.
August 12: Flux Thursdays
This generally begins around 8 pm. It's an 'artists open mic' and is largely informal. When we receive info about the particulars of this month's event, we will post them. 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.
Socrates Sculpture Park - LIC / Astoria
Through August 1: Cityscape
Cityscape: Surveying The Urban Biotope exhibit explores natural and man made elements in the context of the urban environment. Admission Free.
August 15: Relaxation Day
From 11 am - 5 pm. Fourteen artists bring their work for a day. Admission free.
August 18 & 25: Hip To Hip Theatre Company
Beginning at 5 pm. The theatrical performance of two famous Shakespearean plays, The Taming of the Shrew [8/18] and Macbeth [8/25] will commence. Admission free.
The park is open during daylight hours in the winter. 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.
NY Irish Center - Long Island City
August 14 & 15: Emerging Artists Of NYC
From 3 - 9 pm. A nine person show of mixed media. Not far from PS1. Admission Free. Click here to view a map of the NY Irish Center in Long Island City.
Comedy Events - Queens
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August 4: Bait and Switch / Sixth Man
At 8 pm and 9.30 pm respectively. Seems like a couple of shows that include some of the top comic talent are running back to back and are free.
August: 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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September 12: Dance On Queens - Solo Flight
We believe it will be hosted at Topaz Arts and the time is TBD. We will post additional information as it becomes available. Admission free.
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. Use our search function to view stories about prior events.
Dining & Drinking - Queens NY
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Queens Buzz.com
August: 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 still planning to review a Japanese restaurant.
Bohemian Hall And Beer Garden in Astoria NY
August Thursdays: Jazz
From 6.30 - 9.30 pm. Live jazz in the beer garden courtyard every Thursday night. 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.
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 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
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Queens Museum Of Art [QMA] Exhibit in Flushing
August: Passport Fridays - Film, Dance and Music
From 6.30 - 10 pm every Friday. QMA hosts forays into other cultures. Each Friday night, QMA hosts a mix of film, music and dance from another culture. Middle East 8/6, Brazil 8/13, India 8/20 and Mexico 8/27.
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.
Socrates Sculpture Park - LIC / Astoria
August 4. 11, 18: Outdoor Cinema
On Wednesdays, with the pre-screen performance beginning at 7 pm. Films begin at sunset. The schedule in August is Sita Sings The Blues - about an Indian divorce set in modern India 8/4, Mid-August Lunch - an Italian comedy in Roma 8/11 and The Wind Journeys - about a musical journey through northern Columbia 8/18. Admission free.
The park is open during daylight hours in the winter. 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.
Museum Of The Moving Image In Astoria NY
August: 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
Kingsland Homestead In Flushing
August: TBD
Ignore For Now. The Kingsland Homestead. Admission is $15 / $12.
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
August 7: York College Blue Notes
At 2 pm. This is an annual event wherein the York College Summer Jazz Institute performs in the Japanese Garden. Admission free.
August 12: Ray Vega Latin Jazz Quartet
At 7 pm. Another annual event - this one sponsored by the Jazzmobile. In front of the Armstrong House. Admission free.
August 28: Hot Jazz / Cool Garden Concert Series
From 1 pm - 2.30 pm. Free jazz concert given by notable young jazz musicians in the Japanese garden of the Louis Armstrong House. This month it's Carol Sudhalter & the Astoria Jazz Band who will be playing pieces composed by women composers of Queens such as Billie Holiday et al, with an emphasis on Julie Mandel and her Subway Suite. Admission Free.
August: House Tours
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
August 20: Beer Tasting At Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden
At 7 pm. Must be 21 or older with valid ID and register for the tour by August 16. This tour is in honor of the centennial celebration of the Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden and discusses the history of them. Admission $30 / $20 / $12. Call 718.278.0700 for reservation.
August: 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
August: 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.
Kids Events & Parades - Queens NY
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August 1, 8, 15: Summer Concert Series
Starting at 4 pm. Local musicians entertain the whole family at Travers Park summer concert series. Click here to view a map of Travers Park in Jackson Heights.
Socrates Sculpture Park - LIC / Astoria
August 4. 11, 18: Outdoor Cinema
On Wednesdays, with the pre-screen performance beginning at 7 pm. Films begin at sunset. The schedule in August is Sita Sings The Blues - about an Indian divorce set in modern India 8/4, Mid-August Lunch - an Italian comedy in Roma 8/11 and The Wind Journeys - about a musical journey through northern Columbia 8/18. Admission free.
August 18 & 25: Hip To Hip Theatre Company
Beginning at 5 pm. The theatrical performance of two famous Shakespearean plays, The Taming of the Shrew [8/18] and Macbeth [8/25] will commence. Admission free.
Through August 1: Cityscape
Cityscape: Surveying The Urban Biotope exhibit explores natural and man made elements in the context of the urban environment. Admission Free.
The park is open during daylight hours in the winter. 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.
Dragon Boat Races - In Queens
August 7 & 8: Dragon Boat Races In Queens
For two entire days, from early morning into the evening, a Chinese Festival including dragon boat races on Meadow Lake at the mid / southern end of Flushing Meadow Corona Park. Admission Free.
Click here to view a map of Dragon Boat Races in Queens Flushing Meadow Corona Park. They are located just south of the Queens Theatre In The Park, which is just south of the Unisphere. Click this link to go to the website of the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Queens.
Queens Botanical Garden
August: 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
August: 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
August: 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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August 15: Violent Femmes
At 5 pm. Rock fest with three live bands, including Violent Femmes and Silbin Sandovar & Brian Meece. Admission $20.
Click here to view a map showing the location of the LIC Bar in Long Island City.
Bohemian Hall And Beer Garden in Astoria NY
August Thursdays: 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
August: Music Showcase
Starts at 8 pm generally on Friday and Saturday evenings. 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
August 1, 8 , 15, 22, 29 - Sundays: Sunday Garden Concert Series
At 2 pm [Note 8/8 moved to 5.30 pm], sometimes preceded by dance lessons that start 45 mintues earlier. Each Sunday there will be a free concert given in the Flushing Town Hall garden. Admission Free.
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)$Street Fairs & Parks - Queens NY
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Queens Street Fairs / Street Festivals - August 2010
The following is a starting list of street fairs and you can click on this link to view a listing of the Queens Street Fairs of 2010, which includes maps of locations for many of the street fairs in Queens this year.
August 1: Junction Blvd Festival
From 11 am - 6 pm. Along Junction Blvd between Roosevelt and 35th Avenue in Corona.
August 7: JAMS Jamaica Avenue Festival
From 11 am - 6 pm. Along Jamaica Avenue from Parsons Blvd to 169th Street in Jamaica.
August 7: Bix Beiderbecke Jazz Concert / Street Fair
From 1.30 - 7 pm. In Sunnyside on 46th Street between Queens Blvd and Greenpoint Avenue under the Sunnyside Arch by the 7 Subway Train stop. Cartooning Workshop [1.30 pm], Sunnyside Drum Corps [3.30 pm] and the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Orchestra [4 - 7 pm].
August 14: Astrograss
From noon - 7 pm. In same location as Bix concert [see above], bluegrass band from 1 - 3 pm and cartoon workshop from 3 - 5 pm.
August 15: 31st Street Astoria Festival
From 11 am - 6 pm. Along 31st Street between Ditmars Blvd and 21st Street in Astoria.
August 15: Water Walk
From 1 - 7 pm. Festival along Shore Blvd along the East River in Astoria Park. More a festival than street fair.
August 21: Jawbone & Tosh Sheridan
From noon - 7 pm. In same location as Bix concert [see above], rock band from 2 - 4 pm and Tosh Sheridan Trio band 4.30 - 6.30 pm.
August 28: Jon Bates Band
From noon - 7 pm. In same location as Bix concert [see above], Jon Bates band from 2 - 4 pm.
Sporting / Park Events - Queens
Queens parks are open year round. Click on this link to view a compendium of Queens Parks & activities.
$element(bwcore,insert_search,N)$Astoria Park Alliance - Astoria Water Walk Along The East River
August 1, 8, 15 Sundays: Park Festival Along Shore Blvd
From 1 - 7 pm on Sundays. Admission free. For three weeks the Astoria Park Alliance is hosting the Astoria Water Walk along the East River. There will be cooking demonstrations by food vendors, musical and theatrical entertainment, arts & crafts and fitness workshops - all within steps of a beautiful Olympic-sized public swimming pool. Click here for a map showing the location of Astoria Park or click here to scan / view reports on prior events in Astoria Park and Astoria.
FIAO - Federation Of Italian Americans
August 29: 5K Run / Walk
Begins at 9 am. Starts and ends at the FIAO Soccer Field on 20th Avenue and 33rd Street in Astoria. The race is through the streets of Astoria. Proceeds to go fight drug abuse. Prizes will be given to fastest runners. Admission [to run in the race] $20 / $12 / $10. Admission to watch the race is Free.
LIC Boathouse - Kayaking On The East River
August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Sundays: Kayaking On The East River
From 1 - 5 pm on Sundays. Admission free. Click here to view the location of LIC Boathouse - kayaking on the East River. Click here to view a story we did about kayaking on the East River in Queens with the LIC Boathouse.
U. S. Tennis Association - USTA - In Queens NY
August 24 - 27 / 28 / 29: Qualifying Tournaments / Kids Day / Practice Day
During these days the tennis pros qualify and practice on the courts at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Admission is free.
August 30 - September 12: U.S. Open
Games start at 11 am and 7 pm. Admisson varies by seating arrangement. Click here for a map showing the location of the USTA in Flushing Queens which is just north of the Queens Museum of Art. Click here to buy tickets on the USTA in Queens site.
Mets - Major League Baseball Team In Queens NY
August: Mets Games At CitiField
At 1.10 pm. The Mets open against Florida at Citifield. Click here to view the Mets Baseball Schedule May 2010 at Citifield.
Century Bike Ride In Queens
August 22: Century Bike Ride Sign Up Ends
Click here to go to the Century Bike Ride in Queens site to sign up for the September 12th, 2010 bike ride.
Al Oerter Recreational Facility
August: 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.
Acqueduct / Belmont Race Track In Jamaica NY
August: 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
August: 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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July 29 - August 8: Latino Cultural Festival 2010
This is the 14th year of this event which is fairly well known throughout the borough, especially in latin quarters. The festival includes music, dance, film and performances. The following is a list of events by date, including time and admission fees: 1) July 29 - Contra Tiempo, Urban Latin Dance Theatre [Afro, Cuban, Salsa & Hip Hop dance] at 8 pm - Admission $35 / $30 / $28, 2) July 30 - Yomo Toro Y Los Latino Del Son [famous ten string guitarist] at 8 pm - Admission $25/ $20 / $18, 3) July 31 - Pistolera (Moona Luna) [funky Brooklyn band] at 2 pm - Admission Free, 4) July 31 - America Nos - CANCELLED - [comedy in spanish about the American Dream] at 8 pm - Admission $30 / $25 / $23, 5) August 1 - Tango Y Vida [history of tango via performance] at 7 pm - Admission $35 / $30 / $28, 6) August 3 - Alejandro Caceres Dance Company [Chilean Modern Dance] at 7.30 pm - Admission Free, 7) August 4 - Bonafide Rojas [poet performances emcee'd by a latin TV performer] at 7 pm - Admission Free, 8) August 4 - Al Otro Lado / To The Other Side [film about life in a Mexican drug border town] at 7.30 pm - Admission Free, 9) August 4 - Lost Chantas Tango Quartet - [Milonga dance performance] at 8 pm - Admission Free, 10) August 5 - Leon Gieco / Into A Latino America [Gieco is a legendary Argentine folk musician who's preceded by three NYC based latin musicians] at 8 pm - Admission $25 / $20 / $18, 11) August 6 - Carlos Varela [six man electric rock band from Cuba] at 8 pm - Admission $30 / $25 / $23, 12) August 7 - Jorge Velosa & Los Carrangueros [Columbian musician] at 8 pm - Admission $30 / $25 / $23, and 13) August 8 - Susana Baca [popular Peruvian singer - Seis Poemas] at 7.30 pm - Admission $30 / $25 / $23.
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.
Socrates Sculpture Park - LIC / Astoria
August 18 & 25: Hip To Hip Theatre Company
Beginning at 5 pm. The theatrical performance of two famous Shakespearean plays, The Taming of the Shrew [8/18] and Macbeth [8/25] will commence. Admission free.
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.
The Secret Theatre In LIC Long Island City
August 21: Secret Burlesque
At 11 pm. A mix of comedy and dance. Admission $10.
July 31: Alex Chilton / Big Star / Boxtops
Runs from 5 pm - 10.30 pm. This show includes readings [5.30 - 7 pm], screening [7 - 8 pm] and a concert by Steve Wynn, Radio 4, Alice Texas and Anthony Rizzo. Admission $20.
July 29 - August 1; 4 - 8: 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee
At 8 pm and Saturday 8/7 matinee at 2 pm. A musical about teens puberty and nerves while competing in a spelling bee. Admission $18.
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.
Hip To Hip Theatre Company
August 11, 12, 15, 20, 21, 22, 26, 28: The Taming Of The Shrew
At 7.30 pm, except on 8/15 when it begins at 5 pm. The following are the locations of the performances: 8/11 Sunnyside Gardens Park, 8/12 Fort Totten Park, 8/15 Socrates Sculpture Park, 8/20 Flushing Meadows Corona Park, 8/21 Gantry Plaza State Park, 8/22 Forest Park, 8/26 Voelker Orth Museum, 8/28 Agawan Park.
August 13, 14, 18, 19, 25, 27, 29: Macbeth
At 7.30 pm, except on 8/29 when it begins at 5 pm. 8/13 Flushing Meadows Corona Park, 8/14 Gantry Plaza State Park, 8/18 Forest Park, 8/19 Fort Totten Park, 8/25 Sunnyside Gardens Park, 8/27 Agawan Park, 8/29 Socrates Sculpture Park.
You may find maps to many of the locations listed above by using the site search function. Maps for Fort Totten Park and Agawan Park have not yet been posted.
Curious Frog Theatre Company
July 31, August 1, 8, 28: A Midsummers Night's Dream: The Scavengers
At 1 pm on July 31, and at 4 pm on August 1st and 8th in Astoria Park. And at 4 pm on 8/28 in QueensBridge Park in LIC. Shakespearean theater in Astoria Park, including on the opening day of Astoria Water Walk. Admission Free.
Click here to view a map to Astoria Park.
