ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
Keep your finger on the pulse of all that’s happening around town by reading The Rockaway Times’ Good Times page! See round up below. This week’s tip: Greg Trooper Music Tribute Fundraiser this Friday!
LIVE MUSIC
Friday, January 26
6:30 p.m.
Kick off the weekend with Auto Rivera’s acoustic vibes at Bungalow Bar!
377 Beach 92nd Street
Friday, January 26
7 p.m.
The ShowTyme Rokkers whip into The BayHouse with their signature high-energy rock party!
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
Friday, January 26
7:30 p.m.
Smoke & Barrel gets steamy as country music queen Lauren Jaimes fires up the boulevard BBQ spot with her dreamy voice and storytelling.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, January 26
8 p.m.
Aren’t the best beers the ones you share with friends? Well, head to the Belle Harbor Yacht Club and clink your pints as you party with Taylor Searling & Peter Brady.
533 Beach 126th Street
Friday, January 26
8 p.m.
Happening at Margie’s! Johnny Cuomo brings in his signature modern folk rock fused with an Irish twist. For reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/dining/margies
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
FRIDAY, January 26
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Feel the beat, drink the booze and get in the groove with acoustic guitarist Barry Waller at Tap That.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, January 26
9 p.m.
Should Jameson’s be drunk neat or on the rocks? Murphy’s Lawyer is back at Rogers jammin’ the soundtrack to life’s most baffling questions.
203 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, January 27
4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bust a move with DJ Nick Russo on the rooftop of The Rockaway Hotel while enjoying craft cocktails and bites, plus the best views of the Atlantic and NYC skyline. (Bar open until late). For reservations, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/dining/the-rooftop
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
SATURDAY, January 27
6:30 p.m.
Let the good times roll with Danny Ryan’s acoustic vibes at Bungie!
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, January 27
7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
With unbeatable bay views, and delish Thai Food—Aerial Acoustics sets the mood with their infusion of rock, jazz, classical and Spanish guitar at Thai Rock!
375 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, January 27
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
If you’re hankering for legit ‘80s and ‘90s rock classics, make Tap That your hot ticket tonight ‘cause Anthem Acoustic will be pourin’ it up—straight, no chaser!
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SATURDAY, January 27
8:30 p.m.
CrossFade Nights is back at Smoke & Barrel jammin’ songs from the days you rocked a mullet or perm.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SATURDAY, January 27
9 p.m.
Rogers serves up a special treat with guitar maestro Jason Murden!
203 Beach 116th Street
WEDNESDAY, January 21
8 p.m.
What would Grateful Dead sound if it was chased with jazz? Find out tonight at The Rose Den with Rainbow Spirals and NYC premiere saxophonist Mitch Marcus.
174 Beach 116th Street
ONGOING
Tunesday TUESDAYS
Going to Rincón a.k.a. Rockaway-South? Squid Squad plays every Tuesday at popular authentic Mexican spot, Nacho Libre. Also, at Uma’s Playa Jobos and Calypso on selected nights. For more info, follow: guynev6106 on Instagram.
Thirsty THURSDAYS
7 p.m.
Enjoy a heavenly dining experience at Margie’s as Phil Kadet serenades with classics and standards from the American Songbook. For reservations, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/dining/margies
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
7 p.m.
Think you’re smarter than your friends? Checkmate at Bungie’s Trivia Tent Thursdays with music by DJs At Work. For weekly themes, follow: bungalowbarny on Instagram.
377 Beach 92nd Street
7:30 p.m.
Calling all wanna-be rockers and proud croakers—grab your fans and head to Smoke & Barrel for a pitch imperfect karaoke night!
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
Fab FRIDAYS
9 p.m.
DJ Baroque spins acid jazz, electro funk, instrumental hip hop, and more rare grooves at The Rose Den.
174 Beach 116th Street
SPECIAL MENTIONS
LIGHTHOUSE AT COASTAL RBNY
Lusting for some whimsical magic in your life? Coastal RBNY has transformed into The Lighthouse, “Nourishing souls with coffee and food, while sparking creativity, and fostering community.” For more info, including event calendar, tickets and memberships, visit: www.lighthouserbny.com. Upcoming:
MONDAYS
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Enjoy A Night of Authentic Art Making with guest art teachers. No art experience necessary. Admission is donation based.
SUNDAYS
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Hailing all poets, comedians and acoustic musicians—unite and unleash your talents at Lighthouse acoustic open mic night. Nonalcoholic elixirs served. FREE!
109-18 Rockaway Beach Drive
GREG TROOPER MUSIC TRIBUTE—PANCREATIC CANCER FUNDRAISER
FRIDAY, January 26
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Join the community at this pancreatic cancer fundraiser at Knights of Columbus in remembrance of singer and songwriter, Greg Trooper— featuring performances by Kerry Kearney, Niall Connolly, Tim Kearney, Catherine Torrey, Eddie McCarthy Jr., Billy Salvatore, The Locals: Joey Culleton, Mike Conrath, Eddie McCarthy, Gerard Stokes, Chris Stokes, Kevin Stokes, Steve Mantegna, Mike Rogers, Margie Rogers, John Battista, Johnny Malar and more. Admission is $10. All proceeds go towards funding life-changing programs and services for pancreatic cancer patients and their families. For tickets, call Kevin at 347-306-0723. To donate and for more info, visit: http://support.pancan.org/goto/Kevin_Stokes
333 Beach 90th Street
VANDERPUMP RULES SEASON 11 PREMIERE WATCH PARTY AT BUNGIE
TUESDAY, January 30
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Come scream at the Bungalow Bar TV for the startup of another hectic season of Vanderpump Rules! Admission is $40 and includes light fare and cocktails. For reservations, call: (718) 945-2100.
377 Beach 92nd Street
7TH ANNUAL POSEIDON’S PROM HAPPENING AT CONNOLLY’S
SATURDAY, February 3
7 p.m.
Forget the winter blues! Keep calm and think Poseidon’s Prom! And for the first time, the Mermaid Brigade is hosting it at the Rockaway boozin’ landmark, Connolly’s! So, get your sparkly sea creature, mermaid gear and fins ready for the seafaring fete of the season! Plus, who knows, you may go home crowned King or Queen, poised to rein over this summer’s Poseidon Parade, Rockaway Beach’s marquee end-of-summer splash on the boardwalk. Poseidon’s Prom is the yearly fundraiser that helps cover the expenses of its namesake parade, including parade mascot, Whalemina’s repairs! The fundraising soiree will feature music by Rockaway party-meister DJ Paddy Tubs, plus comedienne Bettina Hornung. In addition, the winner of the big 50/50, and other prizes will be drawn at the prom. The Brigade is selling 100 $50 50/50 boxes in advance of the event. Call: (347) 234-2087 if interested in a box. Admission: $20 at the door. For more info, visit: Poseidon’s Parade on Facebook.
155 Beach 95th Street
Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com
