ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
With the holidays on our doorstep, our little slice is buzzing with things to do! So, plan your Rockaway Good Times crawl with our entertainment guide below. This week’s tip: Check out Rockaway Theater Company’s production, “The Miracle Worker,” happening all weekend!
LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY, November 9
7 p.m.
Make it a family/bestie date night as Harbor Light gets an early kickoff to the weekend with DJ Poppa D.
129-18 Newport Avenue
FRIDAY, November 10
5 p.m.
Folk band Meddle Juice serves up rootsy, rustic Americana vibes on the boards at Sand Shark (Beach 97th Street Concession).
Beach 97th Street Concession
FRIDAY, November 10
6 p.m.
The best way to unwind after a long week is at Jameson’s—dancin’ and enjoying a good pint with the Rock-A-Wades.
421 Beach 129th Street
FRIDAY, November 10
6:30 p.m.
Get into the groove as Frank Persico’s acoustic vibes drive you into the weekend at Bungalow Bar.
377 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, November 10
6:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Jazz connoisseurs! Back at Uma’s is Simon Chardiet jazzifyin’ your senses for your dinin’ pleasure!
92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, November 10
8 p.m.
You can’t buy happiness, but you definitely can buy a beer and toast to the weekend as Arturo River serves up acoustic tunes at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club’s upstairs lounge!
533 Beach 126th Street
FRIDAY, November 10
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Tap That pours out two options with DJ Ulez dropping the beat, and a pop-up movie night, both kicking off at 8 p.m.111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, November 10
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
This Friday at Bar Marseille! Witness why country music queen Lauren Jaimes has earned her crown in venues all over.
190 Beach 69th Street
FRIDAY, November 10
8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Blackstone blows into Breezy with a flamin’ lineup of Southern rock and blues at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
FRIDAY, November 10
9 p.m.
Feel the bass, hear the guitar! One2Many is back at Rogers pourin’ out your favorite rock classics.
203 Beach 116th Street
FRIDAY, November 10
Gear up for a bay-u-tiful night at Kennedy’s as Sean Jacoby switches your music dial to sweet alternative rock and indie jams. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, November 11
7 p.m.
Come on down to the Brewery and spend the evening with Solshyne as the band commandeers the music scene with Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers and more hippie grooves!
415 Beach 72nd Street
SATURDAY, November 11
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Feast on majestic views of the moon reflecting on the bay at Thai Rock as Aerial Acoustic sets the mood with their infusion of rock, jazz, classical and Spanish guitar.
375 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, November 11
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Tap That raises the bar for live music with acoustic music man, Dennis Toscano, jammin’ hits from yesterday and today.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SATURDAY, November 11
8 p.m.
Enjoy good food, good bevies and good company as Anthem dishes out a full feast of rock classics at Harbor Light.
129-18 Newport Avenue
SATURDAY, November 11
8 p.m.
The Fumos funkafies The BayHouse with a horn-heavy funk, rock, soul and jazz jam.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, November 11
9 p.m.
Saturday at Rogers it’s all about the classics! From Hendrix, The Stones, Allman Brothers and more—new collective, Headbanned, pours it all—straight up, no chaser!
203 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, November 12
2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
“Country radio’s new sweetheart,” Lauren Jaimes takes the stage at Harbor Light with her dreamy repertoire of vintage country western vibes.
129-18 Newport Avenue
ONGOING
Wine WEDNESDAYS
7 p.m.
Channel your inner Spice Girl at Rockaway Tiki Bar’s karaoke night.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
7 p.m. to 9 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.
7 p.m.
Take a break from the kitchen and head to Margie’s at The Rockaway Hotel for a heavenly dining experience as Phil Kadet serenades with classics and standards from the American Songbook. For reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/dining/margies
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
Thirsty THURSDAYS
7:30 p.m.
Calling all wannabe rockers and proud croakers—grab your fans and head to Smoke & Barrel for a pitch imperfect karaoke night!
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
7 p.m.
Don’t miss Bungie’s Trivia Tent Thursdays, with music by DJs At Work.
377 Beach 92nd Street
Fab FRIDAYS
9 p.m.
DJ Baroque spins an eclectic vibe at The Rose Den.
174 Beach 116th Street
THEATER
RTC PRESENTS “THE MIRACLE WORKER”
Only two weekends left!
The Rockaway Theatre Company ends its sensational 2023 season on a resilient note with the 1959 Tony-award winning Broadway production, “The Miracle Worker.” The play tells the true story of blind and deaf heroine, Helen Keller, and Annie Sullivan, the extraordinary teacher who taught her to communicate with the world. As quoted in The Rockaway Times, the production’s co-director, David Risely, hopes theatergoers will “experience what drew me to this play in the first place. The message of resiliency and optimism is something that we all need in the crazy times we are living in.” Show dates: November 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, and 19. General admission: $20 and Senior/Child: $15. For tickets, showtimes and more info, visit: www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org .
T4 Post Theatre Building, Fort Tilden
SPECIAL MENTIONS
BAR MARSEILLE & VINO BY THE SEA PRESENT “WINE IN THE ROCKAWAYS”
THURSDAY, November 16
reservations start at 5 p.m.
Wine and food gourmands! Don’t miss “Wine In The Rockaways,” a joint series presented by local southern France-inspired restaurant, Bar Marseille, and Rockaway’s own boutique wine and craft spirits shop, Vino By The Sea. Each installation of the series features divine five-course dinners with wine pairings and complimentary tastings. This evening’s theme—Friendsgiving: Wines for the Thanksgiving Table, featuring wines that pair perfectly with a Thanksgiving-inspired menu. (Wine is available for purchase at a special rate at Vino by The Sea following each dinner). Tickets are $100 per person. For tickets, menu and more info, visit: https://www.barmarseille.com/event/friendsgiving-wines-for-the-thanksgiving-table/
190 Beach 69th Street
SHOP LOCAL
ROCKAWAY FALL MAKERS MARKET
SUNDAY, November 12
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Get a head start on your gift shopping at Rockaway Fall Makers Market; featuring a mile-long list of local vendors at the Brewery. Plus, enjoy fine Jamaican eats by Gum’s Jerk, Rockaway Brewing Co.’s local brews and live jazz with The RatCatz!
415 Beach 72nd Street
Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com
