ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Readers—with Memorial Day Weekend less than two months away—the feverish anticipation for beach days is at a high pitch. So, spring your Rockaway Good Times crawl with our weekly entertainment roundup below! Happy Easter!

LIVE MUSIC

FRIDAY, April 7

6 p.m.

Kick off your weekend with sunset views at Bungalow Bar as Barry Waller belts some acoustic classic and soft rock tunes.

377 Beach 92nd Street

FRIDAY, April 7

6:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.

Where in NYC can you get Uzbek food with a legit urban surfer vibe? Rockaway Uma’s! And tonight—surfing jazz maestro, Simon Chardiet, jams intimate and sultry modern jazz for your dining and listening pleasure!

92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

FRIDAY, April 7

9 p.m.

Make Friday night your Anthem night of legit rock classics at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club’s Upstairs Lounge. 

533 Beach 126th Street

SATURDAY, April 8

4 p.m.

Chris Decker is back at The Sugar Bowl jammin’ sweet acoustic tunes.

15 Bedford Ave, Breezy Point

SATURDAY, April 8

5 p.m.

The Rockaway Tiki Bar’s Saturday music series presents, Bombzr. Get ready for a mashup of a very traditional take on funk and R&B with a 70s vibe. As reviewed by the “Music Connection,” “think Kool & The Gang and Chic with a bit of Detroit Spinners thrown in for good measure.”

67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

SATURDAY, April 8

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Savor West Indian Island vibes at Dred Surfer’s “Caribbean Soiree” every Saturday, featuring seafood and drink specials, plus, reggae vibrations by Eyes A Bleed. Rain or shine. Free entry.

Beach 17th Concession

SATURDAY, April 8

8 p.m. to midnight

Calling the Jack Pack! Don’t miss Uncle Jack’s Band ringing in your Easter weekend Rockaway style at RBQ!

97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

SATURDAY, April 8

9 p.m.

Don’t miss Patti Blue and The Boys as they make their debut at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

SATURDAY, April 8

What’s on the menu tonight at Kennedy’s? Divine sunset views, food, bevies and music by the Songbirds. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

ONGOING

Motivation MONDAYS

7:30 p.m.

Think you’re smarter than your friends. Find out at Rockaway Tiki Bar’s Trivia Mondays. For weekly themes, follow: @rockawaytikibar on Instagram.

67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

Wine WEDNESDAYS

7 p.m.

Channel your inner Spice Girl at Rockaway Tiki Bar’s karaoke night.

67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Bask in an evening of rhythmic storytelling with Ireland’s Cork-born renowned folk songsmith, Niall Connolly at Sayra’s. 

91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

Thirsty THURSDAYS

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Thursday night is Ladies Night at Dred Surfer Bar and Grill. So, come let your hair down, drink some punch and enjoy delish food specials.

Beach 17th Concession

8 p.m.

DJ Baroque boasts one of the most enviable record collections known and unknown within the funk and soul scene, so tonight, don’t miss him spinning at The Rose Den.

174 Beach 116th Street

Selfie SATURDAYS

8 p.m. to Midnight

French-Mediterranean restaurant, Bar Marseille, brings Manhattan chic to Rockaway with a lounge-inspired DJ set, dancing, adult bevies and endless selfie moments. Ooh la la!!

190 Beach 69th Street

Sweet SUNDAYS

3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Sweeten your vocal cords to traditional Irish and American folk songs with Rockaway Irish croonster John Baxter and Friends’ Sing-A-Long Sundays at The Rose Den.

174 Beach 116th Street

COMEDY NIGHT

THE BETTINA SHOW AT THE ROSE DEN

WEDNESDAY, April 12

7 p.m.

Get some comic relief with a bellyache of laughs chased with drink specials at The Bettina Show with comedienne, Bettina Hornung at The Rose Den. Reservations strongly recommended. Message The Rose Den on Instagram: @therosedennyc.

174 Beach 116th Street

EASTER HAPPENINGS

100TH PRECINCT EASTER EGG HUNT

SATURDAY, April 8

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

With Spring temps in the air, the Easter Bunny is making a surprise visit to Rockaway, so bring your kids for a pre-Easter egg-travaganza of fun presented by the 100 Precinct! From an easter egg hunt, treats and more—gear up for an egg-cellent time! Bring your own basket. Recommended for ages 12 and under.

108th Street & Shore Front Parkway

BRUNCH WITH THE EASTER BUNNY AT JAMESON’S

SATURDAY, April 8

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Just in time for Easter, the Easter Bunny made a giant hop to Jameson’s and is waiting for the kiddies to start egg decorating and craft making. Reservations recommended. Call: (718) 474-9364.

421 Beach 129th Street

THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL’S EASTER BRUNCH

SUNDAY, April 9

11 a.m. / 1:30 p.m.

Celebrate Easter with the entire family at The Rockaway Hotel’s Easter Brunch. For parties of six to 12, the brunch buffet is in the Harbor Room with menu options for everyone. (For parties larger than 12, email: reservations@TheRockawayHotel.com). Also included: photo opportunities for the kids and family, a visit from the Easter Bunny, face painting and more! For parties less than six, Margie’s is a great intimate option. Pricing options: $25 (children ages 12 and younger), Brunch Buffet adult ticket (ages 12 and older) is $60. Brunch buffet open bar package (21+) is $30 and includes bottomless mimosas, Bloody Mary’s, beer and wine. For menu, tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

OTHER SPECIAL MENTIONS

THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL PRESENTS UNFORGETTABLE FIRE

SATURDAY, April 8

8 p.m.

Hailed as one of the best U2 tribute bands in the U.S., Unforgettable Fire brings Bono’s energy and the band’s sonic synergy (from sound, wardrobe and lighting!) to The Rockaway Hotel!  In addition to performing a very impressive array of U2 material from pre-“Boy” to the most recent, “Songs of Experience,” the 25-year band does everything in its power to power up the most authentic U2 concert setting for fans. Tickets are $30. Doors open at 7 p.m. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

LITTLE ROCKS FAMILY WEEK AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL

MONDAY, April 10 to FRIDAY, April 14

The kiddos are on spring break, and parents you definitely need an adult break! So, while you treat yourself to a meal at Margie’s or lose yourself in The Rockaway Hotel’s Spa—the hotel has a plethora of fun and engaging activities for your children, including: Mad Science workshops, story time, painting, dance, baking, kick boxing, yoga and theater classes, plus movie nights. For activity schedule and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com