Things To Do

Movies Under the Stars: Ghostbusters Frozen Empire

On Friday, October 4 at 7 p.m., head to Redfern Playground at Beach 12th and Redfern Ave. to watch family friendly film, “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.” Bring a blanket.

Kiwanis Radio Bingo

On Friday, October 4 at 7 p.m., head to the Knights of Columbus (333 Beach 90th) to join the Kiwanis Club for a fun night of radio bingo. Cash bar, prizes, raffles. Bring your own food. Coffee and dessert provided. $35 in advance or $40 at the door. Text MaryAnne for tickets at 917-515-0024

Ryan Rudden Hockey Tournament

On Saturday, October 5 at 9 a.m., head to the Beach 108th Hockey Rink to support the Ryan Rudden Memorial Hockey Tournament. Enjoy watching roller hockey, 50/50s, raffles, t-shirts, food, DJ and more.

Rockaway Market Street @ Beach 60th

On Saturday, October 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., head to Rockaway Market Street @ Beach 60th and the Rockaway Freeway to shop from local vendors. Joya Bravo will be the musical performer.

Daffodil Bulbs Giveaway

On Saturday, October 5 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to RISE (58-03 Rockaway Beach Blvd.) to receive daffodil bulbs to plant in public places through the New Yorkers for Parks 2024 Daffodil Project. First come, first served.

Foraging Tour with “Wildman” Steve Brill

On Saturday, October 5 from 10 a.m., head to RISE (58-03 Rockaway Beach Blvd.) to join “Wildman” Steve Brill for a free session on plant identification, the natural habitat of the Rockaways, and all the best wild foods of the seashore. Rain or shine.

Jamaica Bay Park Pals

On Saturday, October 5 at 10:30 a.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge for Park Pals, a program designed to engage families with young children (ages 0-6 years old) in safe nature exploration. Activities include themed read-alouds, discovery walks led by a Ranger, crafts, and more! Pre-registration is required via www.jbrpc.org/parkpals

Hawk Watch

On Saturday, October 5 at 10:30 a.m., head to Battery Harris in Fort Tilden to join a park ranger for the chance to see birds of prey like osprey, peregrine falcons, and bald eagles as they fly overhead during the peak fall migration. Learn to ID them by silhouette and at rest. This will take place at the overlook above Battery Harris at Fort Tilden. Cancelled if raining.

Jamaica Bay 101

On Sunday, October 6 at 10:30 a.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to join a Park Ranger to learn about Jamaica Bay’s history and wildlife! Meet in front of the visitor center for a guided walk of the West Pond Trail. Sunscreen and insect repellant encouraged. Binoculars available.

Birding for Beginners

On Sunday, October 6, at 1:30 p.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to learn about birding. You’ll take a nature walk, talk about what makes Jamaica Bay such a great place for birds, and learn the basics of bird identification and appreciation. Bug spray and sunscreen are recommended, binoculars available.

Community Board 14

On Tuesday, October 8 at 7 p.m., head to the Knights of Columbus (333 Beach 90th Street) for the monthly CB14 meeting. Presentations from DSNY, DEP, Brisa Builders on 19-19 Cornaga Ave. and more. Those wishing to speak must sign up before the meeting begins.

Local Law Town Hall

On Wednesday, October 9, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., head to St. Camillus Gym (99-15 Rockaway Beach Blvd.) for a Local Law town hall for co-ops and condos. Learn about financial incentives, lower energy bills and more through housing resources. For more info call 718-523-3069

RAA Exhibition: Portal

On Saturdays and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., head to Rockaway Artist Alliance’s T7 Gallery in Fort Tilden to see their newest art exhibit, Portal: Rockaway. Open weekends through October 13.