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Astoria Park Pool
What:Visit one of NYC's premier public pools! Programs include: Learn to Swim for ages 1.5-5 years and 6-14 years, Swim Team Training, Adult Lap Swimming for Health & Fitness, and Senior Splash for seniors and physically challenged.
When:Open Daily, June 27 - September 1
Where:19th Street and 23rd Drive
More Info:NYC Department of Parks & Recreation Aquatics, (718) 760-6969 x 0, www.nyc.gov
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Rockin' On the River - Straight Ahead
What: Start your weekend with a cool breeze and great music!
July 18 - Straight Ahead
July 25 - Latin Jazz Ensemble
Where: Gantry Plaza State Park at 48th Avenue and the East River.
When: From 7pm on Fridays, July 11 through July 25.
Sponsored by: New York State Parks
More info: Call (718) 786-6385
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DANCE OUT! Transports Exceptionnels
What: Transports Exceptionnels is a unique and whimsical outdoor duet between man and five-ton mechanical digger. Choreographed by Dominique Boivin and accompanied by the dramatic voice of Maria Callas, the dancer meets, greets, and embraces a moving excavator, transforming the stage into a construction site, street into playground, and dance into a tentative balance between nature, man, and machine.
When: Friday, July 18th, 1PM and 7PM
Where: Socrates Sculpture Park at 32-01 Vernon Boulevard and Broadway.
Directions: By subway, take N Train to Broadway in Queens / Walk 8 blocks west to the intersection of Vernon Boulevard
Sponsor: Dance Out!, is a five-day, five borough initiative, presented by The Joyce Theater in partnership with City Parks Foundation.
More info: Visitwww.CityParksFoundation.org,www.socratessculpturepark.org
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Savvy Cyclist by Bike New York
What: Savvy Cyclist is a free, one-day "introduction to cycling" program for adults and mature teens who want to improve their cycling skills. This class is ideal for new cyclists who want to learn the basics, those returning to cycling from a long hiatus, people who want to be more independent on their bike, and those who feel a little nervous while cycling in traffic.
If you do not know how to ride a bike (that is, start, stop, balance and steer without falling down), this is not the right class for you. Participants must know how to balance and control a bicycle.
When: Saturday, July 19th, 9am-5pm.
Upcoming Dates: 8/9, 8/23, 9/13, 9/20
Where: Recycle-A-Bicycle training center at the corner of 46 Avenue and 5th Street.
Registration: Savvy Cyclist class is free, but pre-registration and a fully refundable $20 deposit* are required to secure your spot. The registration form can be found on the link listed below. Fax it to Bike New York at 212 932 3206 or mail to: Bike New York, Bicycle Education Program, 891 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10025. No day-of-class walk-ins, please!
*Deposit: To guarantee a place in the class, and to help ensure that registrants show up, we require a refundable $20 deposit by check or credit card. (Please do not send cash.) Your registration will not be considered complete without the deposit, meaning you will not receive class details or the advance course packet. We will not process the deposit of participants who attend the class. Deposits from any no-shows will be used to help defray program costs.
For More Info: Visit http://www.bikenewyork.org/education/classes/savvy.html
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Street Tree Care & Pruning
What: Help care and protect your neighborhood trees. We will meet at Brasil Coffee House where participants will be treated to coffee and snack. At 10:00am, we窶冤l head out to the surrounding blocks for 2 hours of pruning (Raising the Crown), cleaning tree pits, and fertilizing.
When: Saturday, July 19 at 9:30 am.
Updoming dates: 8/2, 9/6, 10/4, 11/2
Where: Brasil Coffee House at corner of Vernon Boulevard and 49th Avenue.
Sponsored by: Friends of Gantry and Neighborhood Parks at Hunters Point.
More Info: GantryParkFriend@aol.com
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Saturday Sculpture Workshops - Summer Snow Globes with Greg Martin
What: Join Socrates Sculpture Park for family fun! Workshops are offered in the education area on a drop-in basis. Participants work with a new artist each week, exploring diverse and innovative art mediums.
Summer Snow Globes: Using materials and objects found in the Park, participants capture a moment in time by creating snowscape scenes nside mason jars.
When: Saturdays, through September 27, 12PM - 3 PM (rain or shine)
Upcoming Workshops:
July 26: Anime in the Park with Greg Martin
August 2: Mini Park Project with Rachael Champion
August 9: My Humble Abode with Rachael Champion
August 16: Sacred Socrates with Shaun Leonardo
August 23: My Magic Carpet Ride with Linda Ganjian
August 30 & September 6: It's a Piece of Park! with Heather Hart
September 13: Cycle Craft with Recycle-A-Bicycle's Pasqualina Azarello
September 20: Treasure Hunters and Gatherers with Macrae Semans
September 27: My Reusable Canvas Bag with Katherine Novick
Where: Socrates Sculpture Park at 32-01 Vernon Boulevard and Broadway.
Subway directions: Take N Train to Broadway in Queens / Walk 8 blocks west to the intersection of Vernon Boulevard
More about the Park: Socrates Sculpture Park is dedicated to providing artists with the opportunity to create and exhibit large-scale sculpture and multi-media installations in a unique outdoor environment that encourages interaction between artists, artworks and the public. The Park is open 365 days a year from 10 am to sunset and is located at the intersection of Broadway and Vernon Boulevard in Long Island City, New York.
Directions: Monday through Friday take the N or W trains to the Broadway stop in Queens and walk eight blocks along Broadway toward the East River. On Saturday and Sunday take the N train to the Broadway stop. For driving, cycling or walking directions, please visit our website: www.socratessculpturepark.org.
For more info: Visit www.socratessculpturepark.org.
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Greenmarket
What: Enjoy a choice of fresh produce grown by farmers from the region, plants and baked goods.
When: Saturdays, July 12 - November 22 from 6am - 6 pm; weekly event
Where: 48th Avenue between Vernon Blvd and 5th Street, Long Island City
Who: Everyone is welcome!
Sponsored by: The Hunters Point Communit Development Corp., Community Board 2 and Council on the Environment of New York City.
More info: For general inquiries please contact: www.cenyc.org
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Paddle by Canoe or Kayak in the Cove!
What: Free canoe and kayak rides are offered by Long Island City Community Boathouse for the community with the support of Socrates Sculpture Park and Partnerships for Parks. Volunteers are also needed to help clean up the beach while waiting for their turn to paddle!
When: Sunday, July 20.
This event will be ongoing every Sunday from May 18th through October 12th 1-4pm.
Where: Socrates Sculpture Park's beach at Hallets Cove. 31st Avenue at Vernon Blvd.
Who: All are welcome. Minors must be accompanied by a guardian.
Why: Learn to paddle, enjoy the East River, and help keep our waterfront clean and open to the public.
More info: Visit licboathouse.org or call 718-228-9214.
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DANCE OUT! Dans le Jardin
What: Dans le Jardin an improvised dance by the Netherlands-based choreographer Michael Schumacher, is set to live music performed by cellist and composer Alex Waterman. Using the park as a backdrop and inspiration for his improvised performance, Michael dances with and around his surroundings. Partnering with a statue, moving gracefully under a tree or exploding across a green; the park, music and audience play equal parts as inspiration and observers for this improvised performance.
When: Sunday, July 20th, 4PM and 7PM
Where: Queensbridge Park at Vernon Boulevard and 41st Avenue.
Directions: F Train to 21st St., walk 1 and a half blocks towards the Park
Q102 Bus to 41st Avenue and 10th St.
Q66 to 21st St & 41st Avenue
Sponsors: Dance Out!, is a five-day, five borough initiative, presented by The Joyce Theater in partnership with City Parks Foundation.
More info: www.cityparksfoundation.org
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Movie Night in Astoria Park - August Rush
What: Enjoy an evening in Astoria Park with this fantastic line-up of outdoor films!
July 21 at 8:30 pm - August Rush
July 28 at 8:15 - Mad Hot Ballroom
August 4 at 8:15 pm - Ratatouille
August 11 at 8:00 pm - Hairspray
August 18 at 8:00 pm - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
When: Monday nights from July 7 to August 18, start times vary.
Where: Astoria Park Lawn, Shore Boulevard between Hell Gate Bridge and the Pool.
Sponsored by: This program is made possible with funds provided by SCS Astoria Energy Foundation and organized by the Central Astoria Local Development Coalition.
More info: Contact 718-728-7820 or www.centralastoria.org
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Live at Gantries - Calpulli Danza Mexicana
What: Join us for an evening of indie rock. Bliminal are a band of vagabonds that gather together to exchange thoughts of radical sound. Based in Astoria. www.myspace.com/bliminalmusic
When: Tuesdays, June 24 - August 26, 7 p.m.
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES:
July 22- Calpulli Danza Mexicana
Dance-based programming incorporating live music and theatre to promote a diverse image of Mexican cultural heritage. Based in Jackson Heights., www.calpullidance.org
July 29- York College Jazz Workshop
College-level jazz ensemble at York College/CUNY in Jamaica.
www.myspace.com/yorkcollegejazzworkshop
August 5- Mahina Movement
Mix of folk, rock and rhymes in English, Spanish, and Tongan simmered with indigenous roots and culture. Based in Hollis. www.mahinamovement.org
August 12- open date
August 19- Zikrayat
A mix of classical Arabic music, folkloric music and dance, and belly-dance, with a special emphasis on rare gems from the 窶廨olden Age窶・of Egyptian Musical Cinema (the 1940窶冱-60窶冱), as well as original compositions by music director Sami Abu Shumays. Based in Long Island City., zikrayatmusic.com
August 26- Noirceur/ Uzuhi
Korean punk rockers. www.myspace.com/nynoirceur
Where: Gantry Plaza State Park at 48th Avene and the East River.
Sponsored by: Presented by the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historical Preservation; Queens Council on the Arts, Queens Theatre in the Park and sponsored by Rockrose Development Corp.
More info: Contact info for QCA:
Chris Henderson, Art Services Director, 347 505 3017, chenderson@queenscouncilarts.org
Contact info for QTIP:
Jeff Frazier, Associate Production Manager, 718- 760- 0686 x 218, jfrazier@queenstheatre.org
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CPF Concerts at Queensbridge Park: Naughty by Nature/DJ Hank Pollard
What: Enjoy a summer series of concerts at Queensbridge Park:
July 22 - Naughty by Nature/DJ Hank Pollard/Hosted by Ralph McDaniels
July 29 - Delfonics/DJ Hank Pollard
When: Tuesdays, July 15 - July 29, 7 pm
Where: Queensbridge Park, 41st Avenue and Vernon Boulevard playground)
Who: FREE!
Sponsor: CityParks Foundation and NYC Department of Parks & Recreation.
More Info: Visit www.CityParksFoundation.org
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Greater Astoria Historical Society Lecture: Beer Gardens of Queens
What: Many people think the Beer Garden at Bohemian Hall is a new concept. Learn about the history of beer gardens and how they become the favorite past time of many Queens residents in the 1900s. This lecture will include a taste of Pilsners, Ales and Lagers and a discussion of what makes each brew unique.
There is a ten dollar fee for non-members and five dollar fee for members.
When: Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at 6:30 pm.
Where: Greater Astoria Historical Society, Quinn's Gallery 4th Floor, 35-20 Broadway, LIC 11106
RSVP: Call 718-278-0700
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Outdoor Cinema at Socrates Sculpture Park: Chop Shop
What: This annual outdoor festival of international films, live music, and food, celebrating the diversity of Queens, is presented by Socrates Sculpture Park in collaboration with the Museum of the Moving Image and Partnerships for Parks. Films selected by Chief Curator David Schwartz and Assistant Curator Livia Bloom, Museum of the Moving Image.
* July 23: Chop Shop
Introduced by director Ramin Bahrani. US, 2007, 84 mins. Directed by Ramin Bahrani. With Alejandro Polanco, Isamar Gonzalez. A deeply affecting slice of urban neorealism, this Queens-made film, set in the Willets Point 窶廬ron Triangle窶・near Shea Stadium, follows a 12-year-old orphan who ekes out an existence with his teenaged sister.
*July 30: The Host
South Korea, 2006, 119 mins. Rated R. Directed by Bong Joon-ho. With Song Kang-ho, Bae Doo-na. This satirical monster/horror movie about a rampaging mutant lizard who captures a young girl, The Host is Korea's biggest box-office hit to date. It is great fun窶ｦand a timely spoof of rampant militarism and environmental recklessness.
*August 6: The Red Balloon + Persepolis
France. A young boy and a red balloon wander through the streets of Paris in The Red Balloon (1956, 34 mins., Directed by Albert Lamorisse), one of the most beloved children窶冱 films ever made. Persepolis(2007, 95 mins. Directed by Vincent Paronnaud and Marjane Satrapi) is a coming-of-age tale about an Iranian girl窶冱 struggles with love, religion, and politics, based on Marjane Satrapi窶冱 popular graphic novel/memoir.
*August 13: Fellini's 8 1/2
Italy, 1963, 138 mins. Directed by Federico Fellini. With Marcello Mastroianni, Claudia Cardinale, Anouk Aimﾃｩe. Fellini's stunning, romantic autobiographical fantasy is a self-portrait of the filmmaker as a circus ringmaster. It is also one of the landmarks in contemporary world cinema.
*August 20: Duck Season
Mexico, 2006, 85 mins. Directed by Fernando Eimbcke. With Enrique Arreola, Diego Cataﾃｱo, Danny Perea. A lovely neighbor distracts two teen friends from their Bush vs. Bin Laden video game in this charming chronicle of adolescent life, a surprise indie gem from Mexico.
*August 27: Rain Date
When: Wednesdays, July 9 - August 27, 2008. Pre-screening performances begin at 7:00 p.m. Free admission. Rain date: August 27.
Where: Socrates Sculpture Park is located at 32-01 Vernon Boulevard at Broadway, Long Island City.
More info: Visitwww.socratessculpturepark.orgor call (718) 956-1819
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Astoria Park Waterfront Concert Series: Rocksplosion
What: Enjoy an evening of great music:
July 24: Rocksplosion
July 31: Joe Battaglia & New York Big Band
August 7: Joey Dee and the Starliters
August 14: Come Together-Beatles Tribute
August 21: Gary US Bonds
When: Thursdays, July 10 through August 21 at 7:30 pm
Where: Astoria Park Lawn between the Hell Gate Bridge and the The Pool.
Sponsored by: Central Astoria Local Development Coalition
More Info: Contact 718-728-7820 or visit www.centralastoria.org
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CityParks Kids: Concert Party by Joe Salins
What:
July 24: Concert Party by Joe Salins
July 31: Imagination in Motion by Mime X 2
August 7: Cinderella Samba with puppet making workshop at 11am by Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre
When: Thursdays 10 am, July 16 through August 7
Where: Queensbridge Park at 41st Avenue and Vernon Boulevard
Rain Location: ARROW Community Center 35-30 35th Street (between 35th Ave. and 36th Ave.)
Sponsored by: City Parks Foundation and Friends of Queensbridge Park.
More Info: www.CityParksFoundation.org
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Recycle-A-Bicycle's Summer Ride Club
What: Join the students and teachers of Recycle-A-Bicycle for an urban cycling adventure. Learn on-the-bike riding skills and safe maneuvering in city traffic.
When: Fridays, 7/25 - 8/21 10AM-3PM
Where: Meet at the Recycle-A-Bicycle training center at the corner of 46 Avenue and 5th Street.
Who: Family friendly event. All are welcome!
Sponsored by: Bike New York, NY Cycle Club, Woodhull Hospital
More info: Contact rideclub@recycleabicycle.org">rideclub@recycleabicycle.org. Also, check out our youth designed photo album on ww.myspace.com/rab_rideclub
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Bee Movie at Queensbridge Park
What: Enjoy an evening with the family watching a film in Queensbridge Park.
When: Friday, July 25, 8 pm.
Where: Queensbridge Park at Vernon Boulevard and 41st Avenue.
Who: FREE!
Sponsored by: Fresh Air Flicks and NYC Department of Parks & Recreation.
More info: Visit www.FreshAirFlicks.org
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Astoria Music Now
What: ASTORIA MUSIC NOW!
is creating a unique venue in Astoria Park that is specifically designed to showcase bands from in or around our area. For one day (July 26th), people will be treated to some of the finest local music our area has to offer.
Nine hours of local music and arts absolutely free!
Highlighting and benefiting the arts in one of the most culturally diverse communities in the World Astoria!
Astoria Music Now!
The 1st Annual Area Arts & Music Festival of it's kind.
Featuring:
Pop Mafia Bliminal Little Creatures
The Tarantinos Gutter & Spine
Kite Operations The Swedes
Dirty Wings Bayard Russell and Friends
We Are Darien! Drum Dharma Drums
Performance art, Table Art, Hula Hoopers, Magicians, Comedians, and Much More!!!
And many special guests!
http://www.myspace.com/bliminalmusic
http://www.myspace.com/littlecreaturesmusic
http://www.myspace.com/tarantinosnyc
http://www.myspace.com/bayardrussell http://www.myspace.com/gutterandspinehttp://www.myspace.com/kiteoperations
http://www.myspace.com/bayardrussell
When: Saturday, July 26 noon - 9pm.
Where: Astoria Park Lawn.
More Info: Justin Finley, Event Coordinator
Astoria Music & Arts
www.myspace.com/astoriamusiciansunite
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CityParks Education: Coastal Classroom
What:City Parks Foundation welcomes you to discover the East River through fun, ahnds-on science activities! Explore the wonder beneath the waves.
When: Sunday, July 27th from 1pm-4:30pm.
Where: Socrates Sculpture Park's beach at Hallets Cove.
Who: Open to all, ages 8+. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
More Info: Call (212) 360-2748 or visit www.CityParksFoundation.org
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Green Drinks at The Creek
What: Calling all ecoholics! Are you addicted to the planet? Come "drink sustainably" (locally produced organic beer specials and discounts) at The Creek in LIC, Queens.
When: Thursday, July 31st, 6 - 9 PM
Where: The Creek at 10-93 Jackson Avenue.
Take 7 Train to Vernon Boulevard or G Train to 21st.Van Alst
Sponsored by: Triple R Events: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
More info: Contact Lynne Serpe & Robyn Sklar atwww.3R-events.blogspot.comor queensisgreen@gmail.com
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Super Soaker Saturday
What:You are invited to the park for a day of family fun: squirt gun fun, teach your child to ride a bike workshop, face painting and more!
When: Saturday, August 2 from 11am - 6 pm. (Rain of shine)
Where: Queensbridge Park at Vernon Boulevard and 41st Avenue
Who: Free family event
Sponsored by: Friends of Queensbridge Park joined by Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives Queens Committee.
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Astoria Park Alliance Monthly Meeting
What: Join members of the Astoria Park Alliance as they plan this year's events and activities: park clean-ups, butterfly garden and a Try-Athalon.
Mission: The Astoria Park Alliance is a volunteer groups whose missionis to beautify, enhance and encourage greater community involvement in Astoria Park.
When: Tuesday, August 5, 2008, 6:30pm
Upcoming schedule: 6/3, 7/1, 9/2, 10/7, 11/4 (same time and place)
Where: Reformed Steinway Church, corner of Ditmars Blvd and 41st Street.
Who: Everyone is welcome!
More info: contact Helen.Ho@parks.nyc.gov.
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Transportation Alternatives' Queens Committee Meeting
What: Join your fellow cyclists and pedestrians to help change the NYC street landscapes and make it safer for everyone! There are a variety of activities to get involved with, including planning a block in Sunnyside, Astoria Boulevard intersection study, membership drive via bike valet parking at the Socrates Sculpture Park's outdoor film festival, planning monthly rides, and much, much more!
When: Monday, August 11th from 6:30 - 8 PM.
Where: Greater Astoria Historical Society located in the Quinn Building on 35-20 Broadway, 4th Floor (between 35th & 36th St.)
Who: All are welcome!
More info: Contact Chairperson, Mike at heffronmike@gmail.com
or TAWQ@googlegroup.com
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Shoreline Clean-Up
What: Come help us keep Astoria Park clean! Make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes with hard soles.
When: Saturday, September 20 from 9:00 am - Noon
Where: Astoria Park, at the War Memorial on Shore Boulevard.
Sponsored by: Green Shores NYC in partnership with Astoria Park Alliance, Astoria/LIC Catalyst Project and NYC Department of Parks & Recreation.
More info: www.GreenShoresNYC.org or GreenShoresNYC@yahoo.com
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