ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
With Spring in full swing, the countdown to summer begins! So, map out your Rockaway Good Times crawl with our weekly entertainment roundup below. This week’s tip: don’t miss the RTC’s production, “Urinetown, The Musical!”
LIVE MUSIC
FRIDAY, April 12
6:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Just for your dinin’ pleasure, local jazz maestro, Simon Chardiet, is back at Uma’s.
92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, April 12
7 p.m.
Don’t miss the Rock-A-Wades as they make their bay-rrific debut at Adrienne’s! Definitely not one to miss!
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, April 12
7 p.m.
Hop into Smoke & Barrel on a Friday night and experience the ultimate after-hours experience, and with DJ Shane waxin’ the vinyl, get ready to bump and grind to the early morn’.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, April 12
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
From Hall & Oates, Paul Simon and more—Chris Tedesco ignites your appetite for bayside views, Thai food and memorable tunes at Thai Rock.
375 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, April 12
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
It’s finally Friday! So, ignite your Rockaway weekend good times crawl with Tap That’s chart-topping food and bevies, plus Barry Waller’s acoustic grooves.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, April 12
8 p.m.
Come out ye lovers of Friday nights! Toast to another sweet Rockaway spring weekend and dance to Smith & Sunshine’s acoustic tunes at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club.
533 Beach 126th Street
SATURDAY, April 13
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Don’t miss the ladies of The Pointers as they turn it up with a sizzling retro rock and pop performance at Tap That!
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SATURDAY, April 13
6:30 p.m.
Bungalow Bar sets the Saturday night mood with Danny Ryan’s acoustic groove. For reservations, call: (718) 945-2100.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, April 13
7 p.m.
Make bayside hotspot, Adrienne’s, your Saturday YES-tination as Derek Adam picks and sings his way to the stage with a live acoustic set.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SATURDAY, April 13
7 p.m.
With his band, he’s toured with teen-queen Debbie Gibson, is known in the Irish American music circuit for his searing rendition of “Danny Boy,” and even made a reputation for himself on the stand-up comedy circuit—Ed Ryan will have you simultaneously singing, crying and laughing—don’t miss him tonight at Margie’s! For reservations, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
SATURDAY, April 13
7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
LL Duo—Paddy & Linda hit the stage at Kennedy’s with their easy-listening song list of rock, blues and contemporary tunes. Reservations recommended. Call (718) 945-0202.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, April 13
8 p.m.
Dance your way to RBB as Friends in Sound unfurls their high-energy classic rock and blues covers at Smoke & Barrel.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SATURDAY, April 13
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday’s Breezy forecast! 100% good music and good vibes with Mixed Bag at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, April 13
9 p.m.
Dead Roses Productions is back at Rogers with their legit live acoustic rock ’n’ roll show featuring special guest artists and DJ.
203 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, April 13
9 p.m.
In the mood to party in a club, yet want to keep it local? Head to The Rockaway Hotel’s Rooftop for the ultimate Malibu-esque fashionable discotheque experience with DJ Louie Mole.
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
SUNDAY, April 14
1 p.m.
Happening this afternoon at Bungalow Bar! Guitarist/singer Robert Marcic hits all the right notes playing from his diverse catalogue of classic rock, pop, country, blues and R&B.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, April 14
1 p.m.
It’s Sunday, so wine down the weekend at Adrienne’s with picturesque bay views, divine food and sweet acoustic tunes with Evan Kuriga.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, April 14
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Giddy up! Make a beeline to Rogers for another memorable Sunday Fun! Day! with Gerald Bair.
203 Beach 116th Street
MONDAY, April 15
6 p.m.
JahStix is back at Adrienne’s transforming your Monday blues into positive ragga vibrations!
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
ONGOING
Wine WEDNESDAYS
7 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.
Channel your inner Spice Girl at Rockaway Tiki’s karaoke night hosted by DJ Tony.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
Thirsty THURSDAYS
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
7:30 p.m.
Rockaway’s famed open mic, FamJam, hosted by local surf cowboy/musician, Patsy Does, was such a hit at Smoke & Barrel—it’s now a Thursday night thang! So, come on in y’all and strut your musical talents!
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
Fab FRIDAYS
9 p.m.
DJ Baroque spins an eclectic vibe with the best of acid jazz, electro funk, instrumental hip hop, rare grooves, and classics at The Rose Den.
174 Beach 116th Street
Sweet SUNDAYS
1 p.m.
Whether it’s breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner—Margie’s has got you covered all Sunday at The Rockaway Hotel—plus, live acoustic jams at 1 p.m. For reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/dining/margies
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
1 p.m.
Enjoy sweet Sundays with picturesque bay views, divine food and sweet acoustic tunes with Evan Kuriga at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
THEATER
RTC PRESENTS “URINETOWN, THE MUSICAL”
Just two weeks left!
Don’t miss Rockaway Theatre Company’s hilarious production of “Urinetown, The Musical”—a sidesplitting sendup of greed, love, revolution (and musicals!), in a time when water is literally worth its weight in gold. Show dates: April 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20 and 21. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. (One additional 2 p.m. matinee date on Saturday, April 13). General admission: $20 and Senior/Child: $15. For tickets and more info, visit: www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org.
T4 Post Theatre Building, Fort Tilden
SPECIAL MENTIONS
SPRINGTIME KOSHER WINE TASTING AT TEMPLE BETH EL
SUNDAY, April 14
4 p.m.
Temple Beth El of Rockaway Park beckons the community to a kosher wine tasting from local boutique wine shop, Vino By The Sea. Plus, get a jump on your Passover wine shopping! All welcome. Reservations required. To RSVP, call: (718) 634-8100 or email: bethelrkwypk@aol.com
201 Beach 121st Street
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