ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Who’s the underdog in this weekend’s Super Bowl LX—Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots? Whoever you’re cheering on—there’s loads of local watering holes with pub grub to watch. Plus, with Roller Rock back at The Rockaway Hotel, live music, theater and more—here’s your guide to this weekend’s Rockaway Good Times crawl.

 

LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAY, February 5

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, February 6

5 p.m.

Poppa Lou & the Baba Lou’s are back at Pico throwin’ down your favorite rock classics.

419 Beach 129th Street

 

FRIDAY, February 6

5:30 p.m.

Kickback at bayside spot, Similan On The Bay, while The Similan Band jazzifies your evening.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

FRIDAY, February 6

7 p.m. 

Be wowed at Adrienne’s as singer/songwriter, Dave Kellan, unearths an Ed Sheeran vibe with his fusion of Stevie Wonder soul and James Taylor rock.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

FRIDAY, February 6

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Cruise to an awesome weekend with Arturo Rivera jammin’ acoustic classic rock at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

 

Friday, February 6

Make no bones about it! If Motown, soul, rock, and top 40s are your flavor, head to Kennedy’s for juke box duo, Magic Bones. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SATURDAY, February 7

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Classic rock and pop interpreter, Barry Waller, is back at Similan On The Bay.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

SATURDAY, February 7

7 p.m.

Make Adrienne’s your Saturday YES-tination with Derek Adam’s sweet acoustic set!

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SATURDAY, February 7

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Feel the bass, hear the guitar! One2Many is back at Rogers pourin’ out your favorite rock classics.

203 Beach 116th Street

 

SATURDAY, February 7

What’s on the menu at Kennedy’s? Chart-topping food, waterfront views and music by Frank Persico. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SUNDAY, February 8

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 8

4 p.m. to Midnight

Feel the heat of the islands at The Rocks Billiard Caribbean Sundays with DJ Eva Hype.

348 Beach 72nd Street

 

THEATER

RTC PRESENTS: “ANNIE JR.”

Starts this Friday!

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. Performing beloved classics like “Tomorrow,” and “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,”—the middle-school age performers of “Annie JR.,” will warm your hearts. Show dates: February 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 and 15. Tickets: $12.62 (includes tax). For showtimes, tickets and more info, visit: https://www.rockawaytheatre­company.org/#/subscriptions

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

 

BOARD GAME FUN

 

ROCKAWAY GAME CLUB

WEDNESDAY, February 11

Join the Rockaway Game Club’s (RGC) open play with fellow board game aficionados at Bungie! Donation includes access to the club’s 90-plus game library with up to six hours of open play. $10 for first time adventurers/ $5 for returning adventurers. Kids play for free. (Sunday sessions at Rockaway Beach Pickleball & Golf resume next Sunday, February 15). For more info, visit: rockawaygameclub

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

SPECIAL MENTIONS

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. Proceeds go toward Runway for Recovery, a charity for 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

 

ROLLER ROCK OPENING NIGHT AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL & SPA

FRIDAY, February 6

7 p.m. to 9 p.m. / 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Roller Rock is back at The Rockaway Hotel! This Friday, don’t miss opening night with DJ Nick Russo and special guest, The Griffin Brothers. Two skate sessions: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets not required for non-skaters. Guests welcome to order food, drinks and enjoy the roller-rrific vibe! Plus, throughout the month of February, keep the winter fun rolling with day and evening skate sessions, theme skate nights (including Galentine’s, Breakfast Club, K-Pop, T.Swift), and live deejays. Skate rentals included with tickets. (Personal skates not permitted). Ticket prices vary. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

 

VALERIE ROSE PRESENTS

“DECADES OF DIVAS”

AT BUNGALOW BAR

SATURDAY, February 7

7 p.m.

Make a beeline to Bungalow Bar and experience this electrifying one-woman show by singing siren, Valerie Rose, celebrating iconic powerhouse entertainers—Madonna, Cher, Lady Gaga, Adele and Tina Turner. Admission: $80 (includes three-hour open bar, passed appetizers and a dazzling show!). For tickets and more info, visit: bungalowbarny on Instagram, and see link in bio.

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

SUPER BOWL TAIL GATE WATCH PARTY AT PILOT HOUSE

SUNDAY, February 8

11 a.m.

It’s Super Bowl Sunday! Will the Seattle Seahawks get payback from their 2014 gut-wrenching loss to the New England Patriots? With all-day pre-game tailgate specials, bucket and shots specials, game-time snacks and swag giveaways—get ready to rumble at Pilot House! Catering specials also available. For table reservations and more info, call: (347) 727-7033

190 Beach 69th Street

 

OTHER HOT SPOTS TO WATCH THE SUPER BOWL

Almost all local watering holes and dining spots with a TV will be showing the game. Food and drink specials may be available. Inquire within.

 

The BayHouse: 500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point

Harbor Light: 129-18 Newport Ave.

Jamesons: 421 Beach 129th Street

Rogers: 205 Beach 116th Street

The Wharf: 416 Beach 116th Street

Adrienne’s: 25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

Bungalow Bar: 377 Beach 92nd Street

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