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February 24, 2011 - Updated Weekly
The month of February is a month for the Chinese New Year, the Superbowl, Valentine's Day, Presidents Day and the transition out of the depths of winter. Use the bookmark links to your right to view February events in Queens.
As you can see in the February Events calendar, there are plenty of things to do in Queens for free or only a few dollars. For shopping opportunities click here to view - Promotions In Queens.
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Queens Art Museums
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Noguchi Museum In Long Island City
February 13: Second Sundays - Woodstock Artists' Colony
At 3 pm. Art Professor Tom Wolf will talk about the influence on Noguchi, of other Asian artists who gathered around the Woodstock area. One of Noguchi's famed works, Lynched Figure [see photo], was created while he was in Woodstock. Free with admission.
Through April 24: On Becoming An Artist: Isamu Noguchi And His Contemporaries, 1922 - 1960
This exhibit explores Isamu Noguchi's career and early development. It includes earlier works and his interactions with; as well as influences on and by forty of his contemporaries.
Through April 24: Highlights From The Collection
Paris Abstractions and Peking Brush Paintings are on exhibit from the museum's permanent collection.
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 April 4: The Talent Show
Eighteen artists explore the concept of performer and audience in an exhibit that explores TV talent shows, social media and government surveillance.
February 5: Saturday Sessions - Sweet Tea & Inner War Cookies
From 4 - 6 pm on the third floor of the Main Gallery. Anne Apparu hosts Sweet Tea & Inner War Cookies. Includes musical accompaniment to trigger collective meditations on violence and community. Included with admission.
February 19: Saturday Sessions - Lauren Devine & Patrik Sandberg
From 4 - 6 pm on the third floor of the Main Gallery. Audio-visual performance. Included with admission.
Through April 4: Feng Mengbo
Interactive video game installation by Beijing artist who plays off of Super Mario Brothers and Street Fighter II. The game includes government propaganda and the hero is a Red Army soldier.
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. Click here to view a report about PS1 in LIC or use the search function to view all of them.
Sculpture Center - Long Island City
Through March 28: Ursula von Rydingsvard
Ursula creates monumental works out of cedarwood. This exhibit shows many of her works created over the past 18 years. Click here to view a report on a prior Sculpture Center reception opening.
Through March 28: In Practice Project Series
This exhibits the works of a number of emerging artists and they are generally shown in the lower level. Generally lots of fun with interesting perspectives.
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.
Queens Museum Of Art [QMA] Exhibit in Flushing
February 13: A Conversation With Plunz & Rich
From 4 - 6 pm. A wide ranging conversation with two artists who explore the relationship between society and its living infrastructure. Both men have pieces featured in the exhibit mentioned below. Free with admission.
Through February 17: Structure Has A Life With Personality
We live inside of and surrounded by buildings. In this exhibit ten artists explore our association / interaction with buildings as an art form with personality. QMA cites its own building as one with multiple personalities having first been erected as the pavillion for the 1939 World's Fair, after which it became home to the first United Nations convocation and is now an art museum.
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.
Flux Factory - Long Island City
February 13 & 26: The Perfumed Handkerchief
Opening brunch from 1 - 3 pm on 2/13 and Closing Party & Book Release 7 pm - 12 midnight on 2/26. This exhibit explores human attraction and repulsion, based on beauty or the grotesque ... and something about our own internal worlds. Admission free / Donations welcome.
February 19: Diaristic Indulgences
Begins at 8 pm. This piece explores the line between feminine beauty and bodily discomfort. Admission free / Donations welcome.
Open from 12 noon - 6 pm on Saturdays and Sundays and other times as listed above. 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.
LIC Space - Long Island City
February 4: Opening Reception - Shannon Beal
From 7 - 9 pm. This month an opening reception for an exhibit of Shannon Beal's paintings. Admission free / donations welcome.
Click this link to view a story about an opening reception at LIC Space in LIC. 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.
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning in Jamaica NY
Through January 8: Eung Ho Park
This exhibit explores race, gender and culture as seen through the eyes of a Korean artist. Admission free.
January 26: Opening Reception For 2010 Studio LLC
From 6 - 8 pm. Opening reception of an exhibit of the works of some of the artists participating in the 2010 Studio. These are artists who have shown a talent for managing their work as a business displaying talents in grant writing, getting publicity and general creativity. 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 and the Jamaica Performing Arts Center 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.
The Creek & Cave In Long Island City
February: Comedy Nights At The Cave
Almost every evening they have something going on, most of which is stand up comedy, and the fun begins at 8 pm, but times may vary. Admission is generally free except for special events.
Click here for a story about a prior event at 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.
Thalia Spanish Theatre In Sunnyside NY
February 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27: You Tango
At 8 pm Friday & Saturday and 4 pm on Sunday. Innovative dance performance with music by 2007 Latin Grammy Winner, Raul Juarena. If not mistaken, it's themed based on You Tube. Admission $30 / $27 or $25 Fridays only.
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.
Green Space In LIC
February 12: Rainwater Dances & VTDance - Take Root
Starts at 8.30 pm. Rainwater presents two original works: In Sky about the order, disarray and nuances in between; and Locks, which is about trust, existentialism and romance. Admission $15.
February 13: VT Dances - Fertile Ground
Begins at 7 pm. This is a new work entitled iWitness which is about humanity. In three segments it explores behavior, truth, convolution by the media, as well as the past and future. Admission $10.
Click here to see a map of the location of Green Space at 37-24 24th Street in Long Island City LIC Queens NY NYC. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link to obtain more info on the Dance Entropy website or Green Space website. Tel: 718.956.3037.
Jamaica Center For The Performing Arts - Jamaica NY
February 19: Amazing Grace
At 8 pm. Vissi Dance Theatre performs an old classic covering the last slave auction, emancipation, Jim Crow, lynching, civil rights and religion in black America. Call to RSVP. Admission $25 / $18. Here's a link to the Jamaica Performing Arts Center website where you can buy tickets.
JPAC is open for performances, while its cohort 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 Performing Arts Center 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.
Flushing Town Hall
February 12: Lunar New Year Asian Dance Sampler
Begins at 1 pm. Dance performances from Korea, India, Thailand, Taiwan and China. Admission Free.
February 13: Step Afrika
At 2 pm. These dancers are part dancers, part instrument as they step out percussionist rhythms and sounds. Admission $20 / $16 for adults and $8 / $6 for children.
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.
Mosaicos Del Peru - Jackson Heights
February 26: Festidanza 2011
At 7.30 pm. A presentation of various dances reflecting the vibrancy of Peruvian culture. Suggested Donations of $15. Click here to view a map showing where the event is being held at PS 69 in Jackson Heights or scroll down to the Members Calendar for the telephone number and website link to Mosaicos Del Peru of Queens.
Queens Buzz.com
February: 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 one Italian restaurant and one Japanese restaurant.
Click this link for a list of suggested Valentine's Day Restaurants in Queens.
Queens Greenmarkets / Farmers Markets 2011 - Queens
Jackson Heights Farmers Market at Travers Park to go year round starting January 9th, 2011.
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 Year Round Starting January 9, 2011
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.
Turkish Cultural Center - Sunnyside & Queens
February 4: Revolution Cars
Begins at 6.30 pm. This film is about Turkey's attempt to manufacture its own cars, and how inner and external forces resisted the idea. The movie is based on history, set in the 1960's and about 23 engineers who manufactured a number of cars in 130 days. The movie is in Arabic with English subtitles. Admission Free.
This is at the Turkish Cultural Center of Queens at 43-49 45th Street in Sunnyside. Rsvp at rsvp @ tccqueens.org. 718.482.8263.
Jewish Center - Jackson Heights
February 10: Julio Of Jackson Heights
Begins at 6.30 - 8.30 pm. This film is about the murder of a gay man, Julio, in Jackson Heights in 1990. It was an event that galvanized the NYC gay community and an impetus for the creation of the LGBT Parade in Jackson Heights. Admission free / donations welcome.
This is at the Jewish Center in Jackson Heights. Click here for the exact address and map.
Museum Of The Moving Image In Astoria NY
February 11: Public Access TV Reunion
Begins at 7 pm. Many public access TV stars will be coming to the museum to discuss their roles when the medium was new. Free with admission.
February 12: An Evening With Stiller and Meara
Starts at 7 pm. Actor Jerry Stiller [of Seinfeld fame] and wife Anne Meara have been in show business since the 1960's. They talk about their lives on the stage. Admission $20 / $10.
February 15: An Evening With Bill Cosby
Starts at 7 pm. Bill Cosby comes for an evening of conversation about his long and storied career which began with I Spy and culminated with the Cosby Show. Admission $30 / $20.
February 20: Korean Movie Series - HaHaHa
At 6 pm. This is one movie in a series made by and about Koreans. Free w/ admission.
February: 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. Click here to read our report on the newly remodeled Museum Of The Moving Image.
The museum hours are Tuesday through Fridays 10 am - 4 pm and Saturday - Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm. Admission is a suggested donation of $10 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 Historical Sites and Cultural Performances
Click here for maps and info about Queens History and Attractions
Kingsland Homestead In Flushing
February 6: Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
From 3 - 4 pm. Paula Wang will talk about the history of writing in China and provide some instruction on how to make Chinese figures. Admission $20 / $15.
Ongoing - Kingsland Homestead Museum
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
February: 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.
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
February 7: Return Of The Newton Pippin Apple
At 5 pm. This is the history of an apple first grown in Jackson Heights, exported around the world and a new movement to bring it back home. Admission - free or $5 [not sure].
February: Museum Exhibits
GAHS has a bountiful collection of things on a variety of topics, such as the Sunnyside Boxing Arena, films covering both of Queens' World Fairs and the Blackwell door.
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
February: 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.
Queens Parades & Events For Kids
February 12: Chinese New Year Parade
Begins at 11 am and generally lasts two hours. The new year is based on the lunar year [America is on the solar year] and this is the year of the Rabbit, a generally lucky sign.
The parade route generally starts along 37th Avenue and runs south along Union Street to Sanford Avenue, then comes back up along Kissena to Main Street and ends at 37th Avenue near the Crossing Arts mall.
Click on the photo above or this link to see prior coverage, including prior years time and date of the Chinese New Year Parade in Queens 2011.
Queens Theatre In The Park
February 27: The Beauty Of Ballet
At 1 pm and again at 3 pm. The School Of American Ballet is providing a workshop wherein they answer questions like how do ballerinas dance on their toes, or spin without getting dizzy. Examples will be demonstrated from the Nutcracker and Sleeping Beauty. Admission Free, but reservations required by phone 718.760.0064.
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.
Queens Botanical Garden
February: Botanical Gardens
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
February: 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
February: 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.
Sunnyside Reformed Church
February 5: David & Erin Shenton - Jazz
At 7 pm. A piano and violin performance by David Shenton, accompanied by Erin who is a vocalist.
The Sunnyside Reformed Church is located at the corner of 48th Street and Skillman Avenue in Sunnyside. Admission Free.
York College Performing Arts Center In Jamaica
February 5: Kenny Barron Jazz Trio
Begins at 7 pm. The Kenny Barron Trio will delight those who go with some lyrical jazzy tunes. Admission free.
February 11: Onyx Vocal Consort - Chamber Music Series
Begins at 7 pm. A classical chamber music group performs at York College Performing Arts Center. Suggested donation $10.
Click here to obtain full information about the York College Performing Arts Center including a map. Suggested Donation $10. Click here to go to the York Performing Arts Center to buy tickets online.
Jackson Repertory Theatre
February 12: Jazz Concert
Begins at 8 pm. Shakespeare's sonnets set to Hip Hop music with Devon Glover, DJ / Composer Daniel Lynas and vocalist Melissa Guttman. Admission $14 with after party $30.
For advance tickets click this link to the Jackson Repertory Theatre or call 718.874.9431. Click here to see a map of the location with the address of PS 69 in Jackson Heights [in the auditorium]. This map includes public transit info.
Bohemian Hall And Beer Garden in Astoria NY
February Thursdays: Jazz Concerts
From 6.30 - 9.30 pm. 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 On Ditmars Blvd
February 25: Larrin and The Locomotives & Christina LaRocca
At 8 pm. One group and one musician provide musical entertainment at Waltz-Astoria.
Admissions free unless otherwise noted, but there's a $10 food / 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.
Afrikan Poetry Theatre In Jamaica
February 19: James Spaulding Quintet
At 8 pm. Famed saxaphonist James Spaulding and his Quintet take the stage at the Afrikan Poetry Society in Jamaica. He's been one of the busier sidemen for Blue Note records and is on over 100 professional recordings. Played with and influenced by some of the greats. Admission $17 / $15 advance.
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.
Queens Museum Of Art
February 20: Blue Pipa - Future Sounds
From 2 - 3 pm. The performance features Yan Jun, an electronic musician from Beijing; Min Xiao-Fen a pipa musician living in Queens and Audrey Chen a cellist and vocalist from Baltimore. Free with Admission.
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 Town Hall
February 25: Hey Rim Jeon & Friends
At 8 pm. The composer and jazz pianist will be performing jazz standards and original compositions from her latest CD Mona Lisa Puzzle. Admission $20 / $16.
The Gallery is open from 12 noon to 5 pm and the suggested donation is $5. Click here to view / print a map showing the location of the Flushing Town Hall in Flushing Queens NY. This will also include public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Flushing Town Hall in Flushing Queens which includes complete contact info including a link to their website.
Jamaica Center For The Performing Arts - Jamaica NY
February 26: New Reggae Soul - Meta & The Cornerstones
At 8 pm. Reggae with multiple other influences. Admission $22 / $18. Here's a link to the Jamaica Performing Arts Center website where you can buy tickets.
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February: 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 / Belmont Race Track In Jamaica NY
February: Acqueduct Racetrack
Use the following links for more current info. 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
February: Aquatic Center & World Class Ice Rink
Both facilities open year 'round. Bring a swimming suit, a swimming cap and quality padlock to be admitted to the pool. And you can rent skates to use the world ice arena [both in the same buillding]. Click on this link for a story about the Queens World Ice Arena & Natatorium 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.
Queens Street Fairs & Flea Markets - February 2011
The following is a list of flea markets in Queens this month. You may also click here to view our compendium of street fairs in Queens - although they aren't any street fairs from November through February.
February TBD: Flea Market In Queens
From 9.30 am - 3.30 pm. TBD.
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center In LIC
February 16, 17, 18 & 19: Maids 3:337
8 pm on 2/16, 4.30 & 6 pm on 2/17, 4.30, 6.30 & 8 pm on 2/18 an 2/19. This is an experimental theater program which explores audience / theater interaction and all relationships by association. There are only six audience slots open per performance.
Click here to read our first report on Maids at the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center in LIC. By reservation only using this email address: projectmaids @ yahoo.com. A $5 donation is suggested.
The Secret Theatre In LIC Long Island City
February 17 - 20, 24, 25 & 27: The Knight Of The Burning Pestle
At 8 pm. A 17th century parody about chivalric romance written by Francis Beaumont and acted by the Queens Players. Admission $18.
February 26: Annual Winter Ball
Begins at 7 pm. From 7 to 8 pm open bar and hors d'oeuvres, followed by a silent auction and fashion show, live music, art exhibits and entertainment. Admission $20. Proceeds support Queens Players and the Secret Theatre.
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.
The Chocolate Factory In Long Island City
February 17 - March 5: Second Language
At 8 pm Thursdays through Saturdays. The theme of this production is English as a second language. The thesis is that all languages are a second language to helping us understand one another. This is a collaborative effort with LaGuardia Community College. Admission $15.
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York College Performing Arts Center - Jamaica
February 19: The Meeting: A Discussion With Dr. Martin Luther King & Malcolm X
Begins at 7 pm. An enactment of a conversation between Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King. King advocated change through non-violence while Malcolm advocated change through any means necessary. Admission $20 / $10.
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