ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Feliz Cinco de Mayo RT readers! And with Memorial Day just 26 days away and boardwalk concessions open—no doubt Rockaway is in feverish summer mode! So, party it up with a Rockaway Good Times crawl, using our weekly entertainment roundup below! Here’s a tip—this Saturday, come out and support two immensely talented local autistic artists’ art exhibition and reception at Rockaway Roasters!

LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAY, May 4

6:30 p.m. / 9 p.m.

Calling all ‘90s music lovers! Tonight, Rocco’s is hosting the ultimate house music freestyle night spun by DJ Nicky with a special performance by Alisha singing all her hits. $75 admission includes a four-course meal and the entire night of music. After 9 p.m., if you’re just looking to shake your booty and see Alisha perform, admission is $25. 

115-10 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

FRIDAY, May 5

6 p.m.

Jamaica-fy your Cinco de Mayo at Rockaway Brewing Co.’s “Not Another Friday Night,” featuring a night of island vibes with Jamaican jerk tacos by Gums Jerk and DJ Mike L waxin’ ‘de reggae.

415 Beach 72nd Street

FRIDAY, May 5

7 p.m.

Head to Tap That, as Breezy’s Pointers’ ladies show who’s boss when it comes to pouring out a legit retro rock and pop vibe. 

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

FRIDAY, May 5

8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Get ready to shake your culo, ‘cause Rockaway’s #1 party band, Wine with Sue, is back at Bar Marseille heating up your Cinco de Mayo!

190 Beach 69th Street

FRIDAY, May 5

8:30 p.m. 

If you’re looking for an epic night of Grateful Dead music that beats all cover bands—head to the Belle Harbor Yacht Club for this insane ensemble of musicians known as Friends After Dark—DJ Gary of Squid, Meaux Lishious of the Funky Godmothers, and the Mighty Quinn joined by his ‘Solshyne’ dad. Plus, a food truck will be on deck for all your hungry man cravings.

533 Beach 126th Street

FRIDAY, May 5

9 p.m.

RJ Scouton fans! Grab your cowboy hat and boots, and head to Rogers for this country artist who makes fans proud of the red, white and blue.

203 Beach 116th Street

FRIDAY, May 5 

What’s on the menu tonight at Kennedy’s? Divine sunset views, food, bevies and music by Frank Persico. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations. Also, the picturesque Breezy bayside restaurant is taking Mother’s Day reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

SATURDAY, MAY 6

6 p.m. to Midnight

Add some magic to your Saturday night with Enchantress Shane as she hosts Rockaway Brewing Co.’s Springtime Soiree featuring Sasha Dobson, Grammercy Arms, The Great Googly Moogly Band, The RatCatz, plus DJ stylings by Edith Pop. Tickets are on a sliding scale, starting from $5 online or $15 cash only at the door. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.eventable.nyc/products/springtime-soiree

415 Beach 72nd Street

SATURDAY, May 6

7 p.m.

Prepared to be swept away as guitar duo, Aerial Acoustics, performs a broad range of music—from pop to jazz and a few surprises in between—at Tap That.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

SATURDAY, May 6

9 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 Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

SATURDAY, May 6

9 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Craving the sound of a well-tuned guitar? Make Bar Marseille your Saturday ‘yes-tination’ as The Knobs belts out your favorite rock acoustics.

190 Beach 69th Street

SUNDAY, May 7

4 p.m. 

Rogers beckons all to bid adieu to the weekend on a high note with the Rock-A-Wades’ sing-along party.

203 Beach 116th Street

SUNDAY, May 7

5 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

ONGOING

Wine WEDNESDAYS

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.

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)

SPECIAL MENTIONS

MEET AND GREET WITH LOCAL AUTISTIC ARTISTS 

SATURDAY, MAY 6

11 a.m. to 12 noon

Rockaway Beach Autism Families hosts, “Meet and Greet Art Reception and Exhibition with Local Autistic Artists, William Hernandez and Grace Moroney,” at Rockaway Roasters. Come out and support these two artists on the autism spectrum, whose work transcends the “autism” label. Hernandez is a fine arts artist and Moroney is an illustrative graphic artist. Also, they will have their works up for sale. For more info, see this week’s column, “Life With Our ‘Artistic’ Child” in The Rockaway Times. Also, visit Rockaway Beach Autism Families on Facebook/Instagram.

92-06 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

GRAND OPENING

OF LABYRINTH-BY-THE-SEA

SATURDAY, May 6

1 p.m.

Every year on the first Saturday in May, thousands of people around the globe walk as one for peace as part of World Labyrinth Day, a moving meditation for world peace and celebration of the labyrinth experience. Local Nancy Gahle founded Rockaway’s very own Labyrinth-By-The-Sea and is hosting the first-ever event in Rockaway on Beach 94th Street and the boardwalk. Plus, live music by Aerial Acoustics, Sheila Cassidy, and the Robin Levy Children Choir.

Beach 94th Street & Shore Front Parkway

TCAH HOSTS SIP & SHOP

SATURDAY, May 6

2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Enjoy unlimited bubbly and appetizers as you join The Campaign Against Hunger at Beach Dunes Eats & Arts Cafe for an exclusive afternoon of shopping from a wide variety of woman-owned small businesses. Admission is $10.

45-19 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL

KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY

SATURDAY, May 6

4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Giddy-up! The Rockaway Hotel is hosting a watch party on the rooftop for the storied 149th Kentucky Derby. So, pull out your best derby attire and head to the hotel for an evening of derby bites, drinks and music by DJ Teddy. Plus, you may go home dubbed as the “Best Dressed,” in the hotel’s derby attire competition. Tickets are $100. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings

108-10 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

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