ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

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

 

LIVE MUSIC

 

THURSDAY, February 26

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 26

8 p.m. to 2 a.m.

The Rock Billiards hosts “Afterwork Grown & Sexy R&B Throwback Thursdays,” celebrating the life and times of DJ Big Kap. Plus, celebrate Pisces birthdays. Play pool for $2 per game.

348 Beach 72nd Street

 

FRIDAY, February 27

5 p.m. 

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

419 Beach 129th Street

 

FRIDAY, February 27

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Kickback at bayside spot Similan on the Bay while The Similan Band jazzifies your evening.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

FRIDAY, February 27

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 27

7 p.m.

If you’re hankerin’ for legit rock, straight—no chaser, make Pilot House your hot ticket ‘cause Anthem Acoustic will be rockin’ the classics.

190 Beach 69th Street

 

FRIDAY, February 27 

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Friday at Tap That—Lauren Jaimes ushers in coastal country vibes.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

FRIDAY, February 27

7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

“Classic rock and pop interpreter” Barry Waller lights up Kennedy’s. For reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

FRIDAY, February 27

8 p.m. to 2 a.m.

The Rocks Billiard presents “Thank Goodness It’s Friday,” celebrating Pisces birthdays with deejays: Dimo and Boogie.

348 Beach 72nd Street

 

FRIDAY, February 27

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

If good music and company float your boat, cruise into the weekend with Arturo Rivera’s acoustic vibe at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

 

SATURDAY, February 28

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

 

SATURDAY, February 28

7 p.m.

Lap up Adrienne’s picturesque bayside views, delectable food and bevies—plus, Derek Adam’s sweet acoustic set!

Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SATURDAY, February 28

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

“Call me on the cell phone.” Don’t miss acoustic vocalist/guitarist Andrew Tirado at Adrienne’s.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

SATURDAY, February 28

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Hell or High Water is back at Rogers, driving your Saturday night fun into Sunday morning with good ol’ fashioned rock and roll, chased with a bluesy swamp vibe.

203 Beach 116th Street

 

SATURDAY, February 28

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

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SUNDAY, March 1

1 p.m.

Every Sunday, wind 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, March 1

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, March 1

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, March 3

 7 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, March 1

12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Rockaway Beach Pickleball & Golf

97-25 Beach Channel Drive

 

WEDNESDAY, March 4 

4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Bungalow Bar

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

SPECIAL MENTIONS

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, a 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

 

SAYRA’S PURA VIDA SUPPER CLUB

SATURDAY, February 28

7 p.m.

In Costa Rica, “pura vida” means “simple life,” and at Sayra’s Wine Bar Supper Club, curated by Chef Mendy, the Tico-inspired eating and hand-selected wine drinking experience will be simply divine. Tickets: $75 (includes wine pairings) and $60 (food only). Live music. For tickets, menu, and more info, visit: sayraswinebar on Instagram.

91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

ROCKAWAY ST. PATRICK’S

CELEBRATION

AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL

FRIDAY, March 6 to SATURDAY, March 7

Celebrate Rockaway Saint Patrick’s Day all weekend long at The Rockaway Hotel!

Friday night: On the eve of St. Patrick’s, kick off your emerald green celebrations with great food, drinks and live music with Andy Cooney & the Feeney Brothers Band starting at 6 p.m.

Saturday: Celebrate Rockaway Saint Patrick’s Day with an afternoon full of live music and entertainment with host Sean Ruane! Food and drinks available for purchase. Live music by the Canny Brothers & The Prodigals, plus a performance by the O’Malley Irish Dance Academy. Doors open at 2 p.m. Tickets required for both events. Check out the Happenings tab at www.therockawayhotel.com

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