ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
Keep your finger on the pulse of all that’s happening around town by reading The Rockaway Times’ Good Times page! See the round up below. This weekend’s tips: The countdown to Rockaway St. Patrick’s Day Parade is on. Just nine days away—start planning your emerald green shenanigans with Bungalow Bar’s Guinness pint glass engraving sessions. Plus, check out La Focacceria’s pop-up event at Bungie next week.
THURSDAY, February 20
8 p.m.
Get wined up as Barry Waller makes his debut at Sayra’s Wine Bar.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, February 21
6 p.m.
Calling all snowbirds! Chillaxin’ in Rincón a.k.a. Rockaway-South? Don’t miss Professa Squid and his crew raisin’ the roof at Uma’s Playa Jobos! For more info, follow: guynev6106 on Instagram.
Isabela 00662, Puerto Rico
FRIDAY, February 21
6:30 p.m.
A gente ama esse som! (in Brazilian Portuguese: “We love this sound!”) With song covers by artists like Post Malone, Zac Brown and more—Brazilian acoustic artist, Zuike, will make your Friday night unique at Bungalow Bar!
377 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, February 21
6:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Just for your dinin’ pleasure, local jazz maestro, Simon Chardiet, is back at Uma’s.
92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, February 21
7 p.m.
Fire up your Friday night vibrations with Irish indie pop sensation, Lauren Craig at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, February 21
8:30 p.m.
Can you alphabetically list rock classics from the ‘60s to today? See if you can keep up with two-man acoustic rock band, Lords of the Fjords, at Belle Harbor Yacht Club’s upstairs lounge.
533 Beach 126th Street
FRIDAY, February 21
9 p.m.
Clink your pints and sing-a-long into the weekend with Kyle Wade at Rogers!
203 Beach 116th Street
FRIDAY, February 21
Gosh, it’s cold! So, make a beeline to Kennedy’s as Frank Persico warms you up with his music soul. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, February 22
6:30 p.m.
Bring your mate or date as Indie rock man, Sanford, makes it a Saturday to remember at Bungalow Bar.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, February 22
7 p.m.
Make Adrienne’s your Saturday YES-tination with southern country/ classic rock-driven Long Island native, Trish Torrales.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SATURDAY, February 22
7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Back at Kennedy’s is acoustic singing bassist and guitarist, Barry Waller, tuning hearts with the soundtrack of a lifetime. Reservations recommended. Call (718) 945-0202.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SUNDAY, February 23
1 p.m.
Adrienne’s wines down your weekend with Evan Kuriga’s sweet acoustic tunes.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, February 23
2 p.m.
Did you know Lauren Jaimes gave everyone chills when she belted out “The Star-Spangled Banner” at last week’s Monster Jam at The Prudential Center? By the way, congrats Lauren! Folks, revel in even more of the red, white and blue with Lauren at Harbor Light! For reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.
29-18 Newport Ave.
SUNDAY, February 23
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bid adieu to the weekend with a last call for more Bair with singer/songwriter, Gerald Bair, at Rogers!
203 Beach 116th Street
ONGOING
Wine O’Clock WEDNESDAYS
7 p.m.
It’s always wine-o’clock at Sayra’s Wine Bar, so raise your goblet to an evening of rhythmic storytelling with Ireland’s Cork-born renowned folk songsmith, Niall Connolly.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
7 p.m.
Cure your Wednesday blues with Tiki Karaoke Night at Rockaway Tiki Bar.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
Thirsty THURSDAYS
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Margie’s serves up a heavenly dining and music experience with Phil Kadet’s “Thursday Standards” from The American Songbook. For reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
Fabulous FRIDAYS
4 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Head to Rock Billiards for “Thank Goodness It’s Friday!” Happy hour, drink and food specials, beats by Far Rock’s DJ Roc Solo, pool tables and more.
348 Beach 72nd Street
4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Gosh it’s Friday! So, why not posh it up with your co-workers, friends and family at The Rockaway Hotel’s Friday Happy hour. Enjoy $10 signature cocktails, $7 Prosecco, plus $7 chips and dip at the bar.
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
9 p.m.
At The Rose Den, it’s all about beats and eats with DJ Baroque spinning an eclectic vibe of acid jazz, electro funk, instrumental hip hop and rare grooves.
174 Beach 116th Street
Slammin SATURDAYS
8 p.m.
DJ SeaNY powers up his Saturday night residency at Pico’s spinnin’ classic hip hop, R&B and reggae.
419 Beach 129th Street
Sweet SUNDAYS
12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Cozy up at The Rockaway Hotel’s Sunday Jazz Brunch featuring a jazzy menu and tunes.
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
4 p.m.
Feel the heat and the beat at Rockaway Tiki Tropical Sundays with DJ Repoman’s all-vinyl set. Plus, Tiki drinks and Hawaiian bites.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SPECIAL MENTIONS
GUINNESS PINT GLASS
ENGRAVING AT BUNGALOW
FRIDAY, February 21
7 p.m.
With Rockaway St. Paddy’s Day just eight days away (Saturday, March 1)—warm up by engraving your own Guinness pint glass with your name! All you need to do is purchase a Guinness pint at Bungalow Bar! For more info, visit: bungalowbarny on Instagram.
377 Beach 92nd Street
BCVFD ANNUAL INSTALLATION DINNER & DANCE
SATURDAY, February 22
7 p.m.
Join the Broad Channel Volunteer Fire Department at their Annual Officer’s Installation Dinner and Dance as they install the 2025 chiefs and officers. Tickets are $50, which includes buffet dinner and drinks. To reserve your seat/group table and more info, phone Donna Bassetti at (917) 863-4984.
209 Cross Bay Blvd., Broad Channel
LA FOCACCERIA POP-EVENT
AT BUNGALOW BAR
MONDAY, February 24
to WEDNESDAY, February 26
3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Be among the first to experience La Focacceria at Bungalow Bar—where fresh, all-natural ingredients meet bold flavors—and what’s the best topping? The local bakers—John Edwards and his daughter, Mary Kraemer. The two have been working hard in the kitchen, experimenting with classic and contemporary focaccias. From classic three-tomato focaccia, to a bacon, egg and cheese, cheeseburger, taco, chicken marsala, artichoke, Bolognese, vegan roasted vegetable, and more—reserve today and get your Focaccia for two! Any focaccia with two free drinks: $20. To reserve, visit: www.wegotchafocaccia.com. For more information and updates, follow: wegotchafocaccia on Instagram or La Focacceria on Facebook.
377 Beach 92nd Street
Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com
