ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

With Spring three weeks and six days away, and St. Paddy’s Day on our doorstep, locals—we’re ready to paint the town green! 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

FRIDAY, February 24

7 p.m.

Burn calories the Breezy way! Dining and drinking at The BayHouse, while rockin’ with the Rock-A-Wades!

500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point

FRIDAY, February 24

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

Back at Bar Marseille is Cat Nip bringing their electrifying lineup of classic and alternative rock.

190 Beach 69th Street

FRIDAY, February 24

8:30 p.m.

Laugh-a-holics! Make Tap That your Friday destination as “Steamroller of Comedy,” Rich Carucci, bulldozes in with his signature unapologetic, blue collar, sometimes politically incorrect humor. This show, presented by Hollywood actor and comedian, Anthony Crescenzo, also features opening act, Seth Ruddick. Try to get there early because this will be the funniest ticket in town!

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd

FRIDAY, February 24

9 p.m. 

When NY Blues Hall-of-Famer Kerry Kearney and his band play at Rogers, it’s always a homecoming. Don’t miss them tonight, just in time to fire up your weekend celebrations.

203 Beach 116th Street

FRIDAY, February 24

9 p.m. 

Dance up a sweet sweat to house music, while absorbing panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, Jamaica Bay and the Atlantic Ocean on The Rockaway Hotel’s Rooftop. Every last Friday of the month, resident DJs—Danny Lynch, John Said, and Roland & Brother Rich—hosts NYC’s premiere house music experience, plus cocktails and light bites served. For more info, including reservations, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/dining/the-rooftop

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

FRIDAY, February 24

9 p.m.

Go aft with the wind to the Belle Harbor Yacht Club and welcome Gerald Bair as he sets sail to your weekend celebrations!

533 Beach 126th Street

FRIDAY, February 24

Kick off the weekend on a Breezy note with rock/soul/pop/folk/country acoustic mix master—Frank Persico at Kennedy’s. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

SATURDAY, February 25

7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Fire up your Saturday night at Tap That with guitar duo, Aerial Acoustics, jammin’ a sizzling mix of classic rock, pop, progressive covers, plus originals with special guest, Robin Levy on vocals.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd

SATURDAY, February 25

9 p.m.

Tonight, join the Jack Pack for several rounds of rock classics with The Uncle Jack Band at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

SATURDAY, February 25

What’s on the menu tonight at Kennedy’s? Divine sunset views, food, bevies and music by the Songbirds. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

SUNDAY, February 26

5 p.m.

Make it a Sunday Funday with Gerald Bair at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

ONGOING

Tuesday TUESDAYS

7 p.m.

Squid fans, if you’re in Rincón, PR—AKA 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

Thirsty THURSDAYS

8 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

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 noon. For reservations, call (718) 318-5100.

268 Beach 116th Street

SPECIAL MENTIONS

ONGOING—THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL ROLLER ROCK

HAPPENING selected 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, email: www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings. Check out what’s rolling this weekend below:

FRIDAY, February 24

7 p.m. / 9 p.m.

Lace up your skates and show off your hustle dance moves at The Rockaway Hotel’s Disco and House Roller Rock Night! Join one or both skate sessions happening 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. or 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., as you enjoy food, drinks and music all night! Admission: $25 (bring your own skates) or $40 (includes skate rental). For reservations, and more info, visit: www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings.

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

LOCAL DAN BROWN PRESENTS “THE MOLLIES” AT THE SECRET THEATRE

FRIDAY, February 24

7:30 p.m.

The Rockaway Times is all about supporting local. This is why we’re beckoning our theater-loving readers to take a trip into Woodside, Queens to support local Dan Brown with his new, off-the-peninsula Queens Short Play Festival production, “The Mollies.” The show, premiering at The Secret Theatre, begins at 7 p.m., and also features seven other short plays from up-and-coming playwrights. Tickets are $23 online and $25 at the door. Brown’s “The Mollies” is running through Tuesday, March 14. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.ticketsource.us/the-secret-theatre-llc/queens-short-play-festival-program-d/e-geydzz

38-02 61st Street, Woodside, Queens

SAYRA’S WINE BAR SUPPER CLUB FEAT. CHEF DOMI

SATURDAY, February 25

5:30 p.m.

Sayra’s Wine Bar’s Supper Club has become the toast of the town, and tickets are still available. With Chef Domi at the helm, food gourmands—be immersed in seafood nirvana at her carefully curated four-course feast, each divinely paired with a selected wine that will have you singing. To view the menu and more info, visit: @sayraswinebar on Instagram. Tickets are $75 per person. To reserve your seat or table, email: sayrawinebar@gmail.com

91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd

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