ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Readers—with Memorial Weekend just 44 days away—the feverish anticipation for beach days is at a high. So, spring your Rockaway Good Times crawl with our weekly entertainment roundup below! Here’s a tip—this Saturday—don’t miss Wine with Sue’s epic John Fabry sendoff at Rogers!

LIVE MUSIC

FRIDAY, April 14

6 p.m.

Friday’s forecast: 100% chance of great bevies and company with the Rock-A-Wades’ classic rock jam at Knights of Columbus.

333 Beach 90th Street

FRIDAY, April 14

7 p.m.

Folks, Rockaway’s got talent! Don’t miss media-lauded, “New York entertainer to watch,” and “Country radio’s new sweetheart,” Lauren Jaimes, as she headlines Tap That with her dreamy repertoire of vintage country western vibes.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

FRIDAY, April 14

8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Fire up your Friday fun-a-thon at Bar Marseille with Kerry Kearney & Friends’ red-hot brews of Southern rock and NYC blues and roots. 

190 Beach 69th Street

FRIDAY, April 14

9 p.m.

Kick off your weekend above “Parr” with one of New York’s bravest and musically talented firefighters, Greg Parr, at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club’s Upstairs Lounge. 

533 Beach 126th Street

FRIDAY, April 14

9 p.m.

Join the Jack Pack for several rounds of rock classics with The Uncle Jack Band at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

FRIDAY, April 14

Enjoy a Breezy treat with picturesque sunset bay views, fine dining and music with JoJo at Kennedy’s. Call (718)945-0202 for showtime and reservations. 

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

SATURDAY, April 15

7 p.m.

Rockaway’s own Midnight Society pours out a neighborhood brew of pop/rock/folk country/indie/R&B jam at Tap That.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

SATURDAY, April 15

7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

If you’re thirstin’ for music that’s got some soul, just like that old time rock and roll—don’t miss Patti Blue and The Boyz at RBQ!

97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

SATURDAY, April 15

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

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

SUNDAY, April 16

4 p.m.

Folks, if you ever saw Dave Kellan in action on stage, you’ll come away wondering how on earth does he fuse Stevie Wonder soul with James Taylor rock, unearthing an Ed Sheehan vibe. Come see for yourself at The Sugar Bowl and leave a devoted fan. 

15 Bedford Ave, Breezy Point

SUNDAY, April 16

5 p.m.

He’s a mesmerizing singer, songwriter, guitarist and a revered godfather of Rockaway’s music scene. Don’t miss Gerald Bair this afternoon at Rogers. 

203 Beach 116th Street

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

9 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

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 Eyez A Bleed. Rain or shine. Free entry.

16-27 Seagirt Blvd., Far Rockaway (Beach 17th Concession)

Sweet SUNDAYS

3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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

174 Beach 116th Street

THEATER AUDITIONS

THE RTC INVITES YOU TO AUDITION FOR “HELLO DOLLY!”

SUNDAY, April 16 — 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

MONDAY, April 17 — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Calling all musical theater actors, singers and dancers! The Rockaway Theatre Company is holding auditions for their Summer 2023 production, “Hello Dolly.” Callbacks will be Tuesday, April 18, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. These are the only audition dates for this production, and if selected, you must be available for all performance dates: July 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30. Bring headshot and resume, and be prepared to sing songs requested. Sides will be provided for readings. For the dance audition, bring comfortable clothes and appropriate footwear. For further information, including character descriptions and audition songs, visit: 

https://www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org/hello-dolly

Post Theater, Building T4, Fort Tilden

SPECIAL MENTIONS

LITTLE ROCKS FAMILY WEEK AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL

THURSDAY, April 13 & FRIDAY, April 14

Parents, school spring break is almost at a close, so why not take advantage of The Rockaway Hotel’s fun and engaging activities for your children, while you dine at Margie’s or pamper yourself at the hotel’s spa! For scheduled activities, pricing and more information, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

WINE WITH SUE’S JOHN FABRY EPIC SENDOFF AT ROGERS!

SATURDAY, April 15

9 p.m.

Calling all Wine with Sue aficionados—both near and far! After 20 years and 556 shows, Wine with Sue bass player, John Fabry, plays his last set with a band that’s been and still is Rockaway’s #1 party band! This will be one bittersweet, but epic night, and what better place to rock to the past, present and future than Rogers! So, come out and make this a memorable night to stamp in Rockaway’s rock history books!

203 Beach 116th Street

TWO-DAY COCKTAILS & CLAY WORKSHOP AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL

SATURDAY, April 15 & SUNDAY, April 16

2 p.m.

Join ceramic artist Kaitlyn Sather at The Rockaway Hotel, as she guides you in creating your own masterpiece at this two-day clay sculpting workshop! In the first session, learn how to sculpt your own design of either a bud vase or a mug. Then the next day, get creative in painting your creation. Plus, at each session, indulge in the added bonus of sipping on one of the hotel’s signature cocktails while you sculpt. Each session is 1 1/2 hours. Admission: $125. For tickets and more information, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

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