ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Baby it’s warm outside…wait, what? We’re in February. Anyway, regardless of the outside temps, inside the peninsula’s bustling food, beverage and arts establishments—is always sizzling! So, plan your Rockaway crawl with our Rockaway Good Times roundup below. (If you’re playing locally or a Rockaway establishment hosting live music, arts or another special event, feel free to send in your listing to editor@rockawaytimes.com )

LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAY, February 16

7 p.m.

Calling all Aquarius and Pisces birthday peeps! Celebrate your birth-month at the New York Dippers Social tonight at The Rose Den. Plus, with DJ Baroque spinning acid jazz, instrumental funk and soul, later—feel born again!

174 Beach 116th Street

FRIDAY, February 17

6:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.

Where else in NYC can you get Uzbek food with a legit urban surfer vibe? Rockaway Uma’s! And, tonight—local jazz maestro, Simon Chardiet, plays solo jazz guitar for your dining enjoyment.

92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd

FRIDAY, February 17

7 p.m.

Follow the uptown light to Harbor Light for a Fri-rrific evening of food, drinks and company—topped off with pop/rock/folk/country/indie/R&B music from acoustic trio, The Midnight Society! 

129-18 Newport Ave

FRIDAY, February 17

8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Craving the sound of a well-tuned guitar? Make Margie’s at The Rockaway Hotel your Friday “yes-tination” as Bernie and Ian of The Knobs belt out your favorite rock acoustics.

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

FRIDAY, February 17

8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

It’s unseasonably warm, but who’s complaining? And with Kerry Kearney & Friends jammin’ at Bar Marseille, feel the heat with their signature blend of roots and blues.

190 Beach 69th Street

FRIDAY, February 17

9 p.m. 

“Sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows your name, and they’re always glad you came…” With Arturo Rivera on tap, walk into Rogers, raise your frothy glass and toast with your mates, “Cheers!” 

203 Beach 116th Street

FRIDAY, February 17

9 p.m.

If bubble gum pop’s not your flavor, set sail to the Belle Harbor Yacht Club’s Upstairs Lounge as Anthem Acoustic jams legit rock classics.

533 Beach 126th Street

SATURDAY, February 18

7:30 p.m.

Tap this! Patti Blue, front woman for Patti Blue and The Boyz, known for her powerhouse vocals in venues across NYC—is at Tap That.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd

SATURDAY, February 18

9 p.m.

With St. Pat’s just a month away, what better pub and band to start fermentin’ your Rockaway emerald pride than Rogers and The Brooklyn Bards!

203 Beach 116th Street

SUNDAY, February 19

4 p.m.

Oh Peter, Paul and Mary—it’s Sunday! But no worries, Rogers beckons all to bid adieu to the weekend on a high note with the Rock-A-Wades’ sing-a-long party.

203 Beach 116th Street

ONGOING

Tuesday TUESDAYS

7 p.m.

Squid fans, if you’re in Rincón, PR—a.k.a. Rockaway South—don’t miss Squid & Friends’ squidarrific music residency at Nacho Libre.

Carr 115. kn 11.6, Rincon, PR 

Wine WEDNESDAYS

7 p.m.

Channel your inner Spice Girl at Rockaway Tiki’s karaoke night.

67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd

8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Bask in an evening of rhythmic storytelling with Ireland’s Cork-born renowned folk songsmith, Niall Connolly at Sayra’s. 

91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd

Thirsty THURSDAYS

9 p.m.

DJ Baroque boasts one of the most enviable record collections known and unknown within the funk and soul scene, so tonight, don’t miss him spinning acid jazz, instrumental funk and soul gems at The Rose Den.

174 Beach 116th Street

Selfie SATURDAYS

7 p.m. until closing

Elevate your weekend fun at The Rockaway Hotel’s rooftop with live DJ, craft cocktails, lite bites, and inspiring ocean and Manhattan city-line views.

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

8 p.m. to Midnight

French-Mediterranean restaurant, Bar Marseille, brings Manhattan chic to Rockaway with a lounge-inspired DJ set, dancing, adult bevies and endless selfie moments. Ooh la la!!

190 Beach 69th Street

SWEET SUNDAYS

12 noon

Whether you’re in the mood for brunch or lunch—The Chef’s Table has got you covered, including live music kicking off at 12 noon. For reservations, call (718) 318-5100.

268 Beach 116th Street

SPECIAL MENTIONS

TEAM FIGHT FOR YOUR SMILE FUNDRAISER AT BHYC

FRIDAY, February 17

6 p.m. 

Support local, Angelina LoBianco’s Team “Fight With Your Smile” Fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at Belle Harbor Yacht Club. Come out for a night of live music, dancing, raffles and 50/50s. Admission: $20. Cash bar available. For further info, email: Angelina.Lobianco603@gmail.com

533 Beach 126th Street

ONGOING—THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL ROLLER ROCK

Happening Various Dates

in February

Roller Rock is back at The Rockaway Hotel for the month of February! With theme nights, live DJs, food and drink offerings, and skating rink, get your wheels oiled up for a good time!  Skaters must be 10 years or older to skate, and guests under 18 years must be supervised by an adult. Pricing varies. For parties of 12 guests or more, email: Hello@TheRockawayHotel.com for special packages, including food, open bar & more! For reservations, and more info, visit: www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings . Check out what’s rolling this weekend below:

FRIDAY, February 17

6 p.m. / 8 p.m.

You think roller skating to country is a breeze? Oil your wheels and test your skills at Country Skate, happening at The Rockaway Hotel Roller Rock. Join one or both skate sessions happening 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. or 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., as you enjoy food, drinks and music by DJ Big Country all night!

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

LITTLE ROCKS FAMILY WEEK AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL & SPA

MONDAY, February 20 to FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24

With the kiddoes on a week-long vacation, why not gift them endless fun, and yourself some TLC at The Rockaway Hotel & Spa. From arts and crafts, fitness, movies, dance, yoga, kickboxing, Mad Science workshop, story time, theater class with The Rockaway Theatre Company, and more—choose from an amazing daily agenda of activities for your kids, while you indulge in a meal at Margie’s or treatment at the spa. Pricing varies depending on the activity, however, note story time is free. Plus, why not book a room and enjoy access to all kids and adult activities. Use the code: FAMWEEK and take advantage of some of the hotel’s best rates yet.

For more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

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