ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Brighten up! The days are getting longer, injecting light and vitality in Rockaway’s always fun happenings around town. See the round-up below!

 

LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAY, February 19

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

 

THURSDAY, February 19

8 p.m. to 2 a.m.

The Rock Billiards hosts, “Afterwork Grown & Sexy R&B Throwback Thursdays,” celebrating Pisces birthdays with DJ Big Lou. Play pool for $2 per game.

348 Beach 72nd Street

 

FRIDAY, February 20

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Back at Similan On The Bay, tuning hearts with the soundtrack of a lifetime, is acoustic singing bassist/guitarist, Barry Waller.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

FRIDAY, February 20

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Board the weekend fun train with singer/songwriter Gerald Bair at Jamesons.

421 Beach 129th Street

 

FRIDAY, February 20

7 p.m.

Adrienne’s serves up a hearty music feast with Brian Ripps’ acoustic set.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

Friday, February 20

8 p.m.

The GrassLighters are back at Kennedy’s rockin’ their Americana blend of rock, folk, bluegrass and R&B. For reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

FRIDAY, February 20

8 p.m. to 2 a.m.

The Rocks Billiard presents, “Thank Goodness It’s Friday,” celebrating Pisces birthdays with DJ Big Rah.

348 Beach 72nd Street

 

FRIDAY, February 20

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Encore! Paul Wade & Friends return to Rogers jammin’ your favorite rock classics.

203 Beach 116th Street

 

SATURDAY, February 21

5:30 p.m.

The Similan Band simmers your Saturday with live jazz at Similan On The Bay.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

SATURDAY, February 21

7 p.m.

Adrienne’s fires up your Saturday night with Irish indie/country artist, Lauren Craig.

Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SATURDAY, February 21

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

 

SUNDAY, February 22

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 22

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

 

SUNDAY, February 22

5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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

203 Beach 116th Street

 

Tuesday, February 24

6 p.m.

Calling all snowbirds! Chillaxin’ in Rincón a.k.a. Rockaway-South? Every Tuesday, don’t miss Squid Squad at Nacho Libre! For more info, follow: guynev6106 on Instagram.

Carr 115. kn 11.6, Rincón, Puerto Rico

 

BOARD GAME FUN

ROCKAWAY GAME CLUB

Board game aficionados! Rockaway Game Club (RGC) 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. $10 for first time adventurers/ $5 for returning adventurers. Kids play for free. For more info, visit: rockawaygameclub

 

SUNDAY, February 22

12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Rockaway Beach Pickleball & Golf

97-25 Beach Channel Drive

 

 

WEDNESDAY, February 25

4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Bungalow Bar

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

SPORTS WATCH PARTIES

GUINNESS SIX NATIONS

RUGBY MATCH

SATURDAY, February 21

9 a.m.

Rise and shine! Rugby’s most iconic rivalries—England versus Ireland—collide in pursuit of Six Nations glory. Watch the drama unfold at: Belle Harbor Yacht Club—Hot breakfast and cold beverages available.

533 Beach 126th Street

Rogers

 

203 Beach 116th Street

WINTER OLYMPICS

AT PILOT HOUSE

All Weekend

No need to fly to Italy! Make Pilot House your Olympics headquarters! From freestyle skiing, curling, ice hockey, figure skating and more—root for your favorite athletes right here in Rockaway. With wall-to-wall TVs, upscale pub grub and drink specials—stay for all-day Olympics at Rockaway’s go-to sports bar. Oyster happy hour every Friday 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. For opening hours and more info, follow: pilothouse_ny on Instagram.

190 Beach 69th Street

 

THEATER AUDITIONS

RTC PRODUCTION:

“THE CRUCIBLE”

BY ARTHUR MILLER

SUNDAY, February

22: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

MONDAY, February 23: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Calling all thespians! The Rockaway Theatre Company is holding in-person auditions for “The Crucible,” a dramatized and partially fictionalized story of the Salem witch trials, penned by American playwright, Arthur Miller. Sides will be provided at the audition. Callbacks, if necessary, will be held on Wednesday, February 25 starting at 7 p.m. Performances Dates: May 29, 30, 31; June 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 and 14. For more info, visit: https://www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org/#/subscriptions

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

 

SPECIAL MENTIONS

FATHER-DAUGHTER

VALENTINE’S DANCE

AT BUNGALOW BAR

FRIDAY, February 20

7 p.m.

Once Upon A Daydream Parties presents, “Be Our Guest Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dance” at Bungalow Bar. Come dressed in your favorite princess gown and dance to the tune, “Be Our Guest,” from Walt Disney’s animated film, “Beauty and the Beast.” Plus, read some of Princess Rose’s favorite stories. Admission: $25 per child, (includes kids’ meal, drink and entertainment). For tickets and more info, call: (718) 945-2100 or visit: bungalowbarny on Instagram.

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

T-SWIFT ROLLER ROCK

AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL & SPA 

THURSDAY, February 19

4 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

Enjoy roller skating to all your favorite Taylor Swift hits at The Rockaway Hotel’s Roller Rock! (Access to rink during session times only). Admission—under 12: $25/ 12 and over: $40. Plus, this is the last weekend to keep the winter fun rolling with day and evening skate sessions, theme skate nights (Breakfast Club on Sunday, February 22) with 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

 

VASES & VINO

AT THE ROCKAWAY

HOTEL & SPA

FRIDAY, February 27

7 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

Warm up this winter with a gentle, creative night at The Rockaway Hotel’s Vases & Vino. Attendees will sip something cozy and spend the evening bringing two ceramic vases to life in selected colors and styles. Admission—Vases & Vino: $65 (includes two-hour wine open bar, featuring a selection of house red and white wine. Additional drinks available for purchase. Also, selection of charcuterie bites. All materials included). Admission for Vases only: $30. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

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