High Tide

Does January feel like it will never end? Can’t stand the thought of a cold February? Well, guess what… Rockaway St. Patrick’s Day is just 44 days away!

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The Rockaway Times would like to wish its founder, Kevin Boyle, the happiest of birthdays this Sunday, January 25. Boom!

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This is an exciting time for eighth graders as they receive their high school acceptance letters and begin making important decisions. Congratulations to all, and best of luck as you choose your next steps.

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Finally! The Seaside Library, located at 116-15 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, will reopen on Thursday, February 5, at 12 p.m., following its long closure for HVAC replacement. The last day of mobile library services will be Monday, February 2.

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NYC Restaurant Week began this week and runs from January 20 through February 12. It’s a great way to explore New York City dining and try something new, with many restaurants offering prix fixe menus. For more information and a list of participating restaurants, visit www.nyctourism.com/restaurant-week

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Interested in getting paid to be on the beach next summer? If you’d like to help protect our beaches and swimmers by becoming a NYC Parks lifeguard, learn more about the application process and testing at www.nyc.gov/parks/lifeguards

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​​The Friend in Need event with Wine With Sue, scheduled for Saturday, January 24, mentioned in last week’s High Tide section, has been canceled.

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Congratulations to local gym Burn Fitness as they celebrate their 10th anniversary! Our best wishes to them for a happy milestone and many more years to come. And with that, it’s never too late to start those fitness resolutions for the new year. Check Burn Fitness out at 103-32 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

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And it’s almost that time of year—get your cameras ready! In just over a month, the Rockaway Times Photo Contest kicks off. Start snapping now so you’ll be ready to submit your best shots when the contest begins. More details will be shared in upcoming issues.

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EHS and the Campaign Against Hunger host a Fresh Food Giveaway every Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the parking lot at 105-38 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, and every Wednesday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the Visitor’s Parking Lot at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital, 327 Beach 19th Street. Stop by to pick up fresh produce and other groceries while supplies last. Please bring your own bag. For more information, call 718-869-7100.

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The Rockaway Hotel is bringing back its roller rink from Friday, February 6, through Sunday, February 22. With theme nights, live DJs, food, drinks, and roller skating, what more do you need? Visit their website for details and ticket reservations.

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We’re spared from the demogorgons! The flickering boardwalk lights from Beach 86th Street to Beach 106th Street, which we reported on in our last issue, have been getting attention, and finally, got a fix! Last we reported, PSEG was sent out to inspect the problem on January 13, but they found it was unrelated to any of their equipment, so the issue was referred to the NYC Department of Transportation, which also maintains the boardwalk lighting. By the night of Monday, January 19, the lights were in working order, finally putting an end to the strobe effect on Club Boardwalk.

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