ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Rockaway is like the U.S. Postal Service. Neither snow, nor rain, nor sleet, nor hail stops this town from delivering a good time! So, from live music, theater and more—plan your Rockaway Good Times’ crawl with our guide below.

 

LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAY, January 29

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Head to Margie’s at The Rockaway Hotel for a heavenly dining experience as pianist, Phil Kadet, serenades with classics and 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

 

FRIDAY, January 30

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Singing guitarist Barry Waller returns to bayside Thai spot, Similan On The Bay, performing his signature acoustic blend of classic rock and pop.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

FRIDAY, January 30

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Calling all barflies! Kick off the weekend on a jolly note with Gerald Bair’s happy hour set at Jamesons.

421 Beach 129th Street

 

FRIDAY, January 30

7 p.m. 

Adrienne’s serves up a special treat with Irish-U.S. crossover indie pop artist, Lauren Craig.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

FRIDAY, January 30

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Boulevard Bushmen usher in reggae acoustic vibrations at Tap That.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

FRIDAY, January 30 

Make it a Kennedy’s night with fine food, stunning views and music by Frank O’Sullivan. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SATURDAY, January 31

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Step into bayside Thai restaurant, Similan On The Bay, and feel like you’re on a party boat entertained by live jazz band, The Similan Band.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

SATURDAY, January 31

7 p.m.

Get off the couch—head to Adrienne’s, and get your body movin’ with DJ Chris Cashen!

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SATURDAY, January 31 

7:30 p.m.

Cozy up at Kennedy’s with sublime food, waterfront views and music by Elliot. For reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SATURDAY, January 31

7:30 p.m.

Dive into The Rose Den for rock n’ roll, doo wop and surf rock by Mike Mok and The Em-Tones.

174 Beach 116th Street

 

SUNDAY, February 1

1 p.m.

Every Sunday, wine down your weekend at Adrienne’s with picturesque bay views, divine food and sweet acoustic tunes with Evan Kuriga.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SUNDAY, February 1

4 p.m. to Midnight

Forget the frigid temps! Feel the heat of the islands at The Rocks Billiard Caribbean Sundays with DJ Eva Hype. Plus, celebrate Aquarius birthdays. Buy one drink and get one free—8 p.m. to 10 p.m. For table reservations, call Ray: (917) 702-1950.

348 Beach 72nd Street

 

SUNDAY, February 1

5 p.m.

Bi-coastal Irish party band, The Diddley Idols, return to The Blarney 2.0 deliverin’ their high octane mix of pop, Irish traditional tunes and party rock! Pub menu available all day.

202-24 Rockaway Point Blvd., Breezy Point

 

SUNDAY, February 1

5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Grab a pint and toast to another Sunday Fun! Day! with Gerald Bair at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

 

BOARD GAME FUN

ROCKAWAY GAME CLUB

Board game aficionados! Rockaway Game Club (RGC) now meets twice a week! Sunday afternoons at Rockaway Beach Pickleball & Golf and Wednesday evenings at Bungalow Bar. Enjoy access to RGC’s 90-plus board game library. Plus, drink specials. $10 for first time adventurers/ $5 for returning adventurers. Kids play for free. For more info, visit: rockawaygameclub

 

SUNDAY, February 1

12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Rockaway Beach Pickleball & Golf

97-25 Beach Channel Drive

 

WEDNESDAY, February 4

4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Bungalow Bar

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

THEATER

RTC PRESENTS: “ANNIE JR.”

Starts next week!

Grab your tickets now to see Rockaway Theatre Company Young People’s Theatre Workshop’s musical production, “Annie JR.” This shortened, kid-friendly stage adaptation of the musical, “Annie,” tells the story of a curly red-head orphaned girl in 1930s New York City, taken in by billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Featuring beloved classics like “Tomorrow,” and “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,” with equal measures of pluck and positivity, the middle-school age performers of “Annie JR.” will warm your heart. Show dates: February 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 and 15. Tickets: $12.62 (includes tax). For showtimes and tickets, visit: https://www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org/#/subscriptions

The John Gilleece Theater, Building T-4, Fort Tilden, Breezy Point

 

SPECIAL MENTIONS

‘90s R&B SUPERSTAR MONIFAH HEADLINES THE ROCKS

BILLIARD

FRIDAY, January 30

4 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Nostalgic about ‘90s R&B? With hits like, “I Miss You,” and “Touch It,” hitmaker, Monifah, takes you back with a special performance at The Rocks Billiard. Plus, beats by DJ Gully Dinero. Admission: $20. Table packages with select bottle, food and hookah offerings available. For more info, visit: therocksbilliard on Instagram.

348 Beach 72nd Street

 

WEST END TEMPLE WINTER SHIRAH CONCERT

SATURDAY, January 31

6 p.m.

Get ready for an evening of music, community and good vibes at West End Temple! Performing is student cantor, Margaret Wagner, and West End’s musicians. After the concert—wine, cheese and sweets will be served. Tickets: $20. Proceeds go toward the synagogue. To RSVP, email: robby@westendtemple.org or call: (718) 634-0301.

147-02 Newport Ave.

 

7TH INNING STRETCH “QUEENS CULTURE CLASH” AT KOC

SUNDAY, February 1

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Calling all cartophiles and pop culture collectors! Don’t miss 7th Inning Stretch “Queens Culture Clash” at Knights of Columbus featuring 35 plus vendor tables with sports cards, comics, Pokémon, Funko, vintage toys, autographs and more! Food by Happy Jack’s Corner. Cash bar at Knights Tap Room. Admission: $3. Kids 13 and under free. Proceeds from 50/50 raffle go toward Rockaway Beach Autism Families. For more info, follow: 7th_inning_stretch_rockaway on Instagram/Facebook.

333 Beach 90th Street

 

ROCKAWAY BEACH PICKLE BALL & GOLF OPEN PLAY AND

CANCER AWARENESS EVENT

THURSDAY, February 5

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Rockaway Beach Pickle & Golf beckons all to this special open play event celebrating women in sports and world cancer day. Admission: $40 (includes light fare and drink specials). Plus, raffles with prizes. A portion of the proceeds go toward Runway for Recovery, a charity that helps families affected by breast cancer.

97-25 Beach Channel Drive

 

CRAFT NIGHT

AT BUNGALOW BAR

THURSDAY, February 5

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Create a glowing Valentine’s wine bottle masterpiece at this guided sip and paint at Bungalow Bar. Attendees will be walked through painting a beautiful design on a wine bottle, then adding fairy lights for a magical glow. Admission: $35. For tickets and more info, visit: bungalowbarny on Instagram and see link in bio.

377 Beach 92nd Street

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