ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Spring has sprung! And with the days longer and brighter, the feverish anticipation for summer is at a high pitch. So, spring your Rockaway Good Times crawl with our weekly entertainment roundup below! Happy Passover!

 

LIVE MUSIC

 

THURSDAY, March 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 The American Songbook.

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

 

THURSDAY, March 26

8 p.m. to 2 a.m.

The Rock Billiards hosts “Afterwork Grown & Sexy R&B Throwback Thursdays,” celebrating Aries birthdays with DJ Hectic Stylz. Happy hour: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Plus, drink specials all night. Kitchen closes at 1 a.m. Play pool for $2 per game. To celebrate a birthday and table reservations, call Ray: (917) 702-1950.

348 Beach 72nd Street

 

FRIDAY, March 27

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

On the hunt for divine food, spirited cocktails and live music? Make a beeline to Similan On The Bay as singing bassist Barry Waller delivers the tunes.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

FRIDAY, March 27

7 p.m.

It’s finally Friday! So, get the weekend party started on the bay with DJ Ernick at Adrienne’s.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

FRIDAY, March 27

What’s on the menu tonight at Kennedy’s? Divine sunset views, food, bevies and music with rock, soul, pop, folk and country mix-master, Frank Persico. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SATURDAY, March 28

5:30 p.m. 

Tonight, it’s all about that jazz with The Similan Band at Similan On The Bay.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

SATURDAY, March 28

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Calling the Jack Pack! Don’t miss The Uncle Jack Band rockin’ your Saturday night shenanigans at Tap That.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

SATURDAY, March 28

7 p.m.

With waterfront views and a food and drink menu that will have you salivating, make Adrienne’s your Saturday yes-tination! Plus, Derek Adam’s sweet acoustic set.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SATURDAY, March 28

8 p.m.

The Rose Den fires up the local music scene with a triple threat of drone rock from WAAH, ambient-electronic drone from Drone Daddies, and folk-experimental with Meddle Juice.

174 Beach 116th Street

 

SATURDAY, March 28

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Hell or High Water headlines Rogers with good ol’ fashioned rock and roll with a swamp water chaser.

203 Beach 116th Street

 

SATURDAY, March 28

Cozy up at Kennedy’s with breathtaking views, cuisine and music by Chris Decker. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SUNDAY, March 29

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

 

BOARD GAME FUN

ROCKAWAY GAME

CLUB

AT BUNGALOW BAR

WEDNESDAY, April 1

4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Nostalgic about good old-fashioned board games? This Wednesday, Rockaway Game Club (RGC) invites fellow board game aficionados to 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

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

KARAOKE

ROCKAWAY TIKI BAR KARAOKE NIGHT

WEDNESDAY, April 1

7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Sing your heart out at Rockaway Tiki Bar Karaoke Night hosted by DJ Tony. Plus, Tiki bites and tropical drinks. For more info, visit: rockawaytikibar on Instagram.

67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

THEATER

RTC PRESENTS: “MAN OF LA MANCHA”

Starts this FRIDAY, March 27! 

Don’t miss The Rockaway Theatre’s production of the Tony Award-winning musical, “Man of La Mancha.” Based on the novel, “Don Quixote,” by Miguel de Cervantes, the musical tells the story of a man who becomes the delusional knight, Don Quixote, in his quest to right wrongs. It frames the story within a prison setting, where Cervantes acts out the tale for his fellow inmates while awaiting trial by the Spanish Inquisition. Known for its raucous and tragic tone, the musical is famous for the song, “The Impossible Dream.” Show dates: March 27, 28, 29, and April 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12. Tickets—adults: $28.22/seniors and children: $23.02. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org/

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

 

SPORTS WATCH PARTIES

WATCH THE JOHNNIES FACE OFF AGAINST DUKE AT PILOT HOUSE

FRIDAY, March 27

7 p.m.

The men’s NCAA Tournament continues with Sweet 16 action as No. 1 Duke and No. 5 St. John’s battle for a spot in the Elite Eight. Watch all the action at Pilot House! Bucket and game time snack specials. For more info, visit: pilothouse_ny on Instagram.

190 Beach 69th Street

 

MARCH MADNESS

AT JAMESONS

FRIDAY, March 27

7 p.m.

Uptown, and looking for a spot to watch the Red Storm duke it out with the Blue Devils? Make Jamos your March Madness destination. For food and drink specials, inquire within. For more info, visit: jamesonspub on Instagram.

421 Beach 129th Street

 

THE BLARNEY 2.0 NCAA TOURNAMENT SPECIALS

Daily until April 6

11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Ongoing until the NCAA basketball finals on April 6, make Breezy’s Blarney your base to watch all the games. Drink and food specials include: $3 domestic beer, $4 imported, $4 rack drinks and $6 house wine. Plus, full pub menu. For more info, visit: the_blarney2.0 on Instagram.

202-24 Rockaway Point Blvd., Breezy Point

 

SPECIAL MENTIONS

 

BUNNY HOP BRUNCH AT JAMOS

SATURDAY, March 28

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bring the kiddos for an early hop to Easter celebrations at Jamesons! Don’t miss out on this egg-stra special day with special guest appearances by the Easter Bunny and Easter craft activities with Rockaway’s Ms. Rachel. Admission for children: $35 (includes kids’ meal and juice box). Parents order à la carte. Reservations required. Spots fill up quickly, so make your reservation by emailing: JamosEvents@gmail.com. For more info, visit: jamesonspub on Instagram.

421 Beach 129th Street

 

EASTER PIZZA MAKING CLASS AT BHYC

TUESDAY, March 31

6 p.m.

Buona Pasqua! In this interactive class hosted at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club, learn the art of making pizza rustica. A&S At The Harbor shares their family’s 100-year-old recipe for Italian Easter pizza pie, plus attendees will learn the history behind it. Admission: $115 for BHYC members/ $125 for non-members. Admission includes appetizers, dinner buffet, dessert and a champagne toast to celebrate your triumph as a pizza-making chef. Attendees take home their pies. Cash bar opens at 5:30 p.m. Seats limited. To make a reservation, call: (718) 634-4939.

533 Beach 126th Street

 

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