Things To Do

Rockaway Beach Civic Association

On Thursday, May 1 at 7 p.m., head to the Knights of Columbus (333 Beach 90th Street) for the monthly RB Civic meeting. Special guest Elizabeth Walsack, the new Rockaway Administrator for Parks will be on hand to discuss the bike policy, summer planning and more.

Stargazing at Floyd Bennett Field

On Friday, May 2 at 8:30 p.m., head to Hangar Row next to the Community Garden at Floyd Bennett Field to join the Amateur Astronomers Association for free observing sessions! Event is 30 minutes after sunset. Cancelled if raining.

Belle Harbor Beach Cleanup

On Saturday, May 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., head to the beach wall at Beach 134th Street to join the Belle Harbor Property Owners Association in a beach cleanup. Bring a rake if you have one. Service credit hours available.

Run the Runways

On Saturday, May 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., head to Floyd Bennett Field for a fun run and a day of history and a look into the future. Enjoy a 2-mile run, a DJ dance party, scavenger hunt, artwork, kids’ crafts, lawn games, picnic space and more. Pre-register for the run at Rockawattc.org.  No registration required for the other events.

Earth Day Rockaway

On Saturday, May 3 from 12 p.m.to 3 p.m., head to RISE (58-03 Rockaway Beach Boulevard) for a day of free environmental activities and programs for families and children of all ages. Enjoy live music, cooking demos, plantings, face painting, water testing, fire safety, free giveaways, and art-related booths to learn how to appreciate and conserve the earth’s resources.

World Labyrinth Day

On Saturday, May 3 at 12:30 p.m., head to the Beach 94th Labyrinth on Shore Front Parkway for a guided meditation with Dr. Nancy Gahles.

Sail Rockaway Opening Party

On Saturday, May 3 from 2 p.m. until dark, head to Marina 59 on Beach 59th Street and the bay for their season opening party. Free sailing tours and lessons, live jazz and $1 oysters. Family friendly.

Floor & Aerial Yoga Fusion

On Saturday, May 3 at 3:30 p.m., head to ZenTora (114-06 Rockaway Beach Blvd.) for a complimentary Yoga Fusion + Aerial Flow trial class blending grounding floor poses with gentle hammock play, breathwork, and deep relaxation. All levels welcome. To register: www.zentora.nyc/events

Ocular Melanoma Walk

On Sunday, May 4 at 9 a.m., head to the Beach 94th boardwalk for a 5K walk to raise awareness of ocular melanoma in support of Casey Gallagher.

Parent Coach Seminar

On Sunday, May 4 at 5 p.m., head to the Rockaplay Social Club (6820 Rockaway Beach Blvd.) to join parent coach and psychotherapist, Olivia Bergeron LCSW, PMH-C, for useful strategies to help you parent in a way you’re proud of. Learn about   Peaceful Parenting 101: three core ideas; ways for parents to be their best; and common issues kids face and how to help.

Art Exhibition: Noticin’

On weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge for Noticin’, an art exhibit joyfully exposing Jamaica Bay’s shoreline clutter.

Cardio Punch

On Saturdays through May 3, at 11 a.m., head to the Far Rockaway Library (1637 Central Ave.) to join Gloria for this total-body, non-contact workout for all fitness levels.

Chair Movement Class

On Monday and Wednesdays at 10 a.m., head to Temple Beth-El (201 Beach 121st Street) for Chair Movement class, stretching and strengthening for your whole body. Donation based.

Uplifted Dance Fitness

On Mondays and Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m.., head to the Beach 32nd Street Football Field (Beach 32nd and the boardwalk) for a free dance workout class with Miss Dawn.

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