Things To Do

Rockaway Beach Civic Meeting

On Thursday, August 8 at 6 p.m., head to the Beach 106th Concession for the Rockaway Beach Civic Association. Join neighbors in a casual setting. Food and drink available for purchase.

Rockaway Cove Paddle

On Friday, August 8 at 1 p.m., head to Riis Landing by the Marine Parkway Bridge for a kayaking trip along the cove toward Rockaway Point. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instruction will be provided. Call (347) 672-3210 or email Gateway_Feedback@nps.gov for more information, and to make a reservation.

Jamaica Bay Book Club

On Friday, August 8 at 2 p.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge for book club! Read selections of nature-themed literature, and together think critically about nature literature. This is an outlet for open and respectful discussion. Email jdgreen@nps.gov or call the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge at 718-318-4340 in advance if interested.

Kids Art Workshop

On Saturday, August 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., head to Edgemere Farm (385 Beach 45th Street) for a free kids art workshop. Paint garden story stones and make paper blossoms. For ages 4-9. Register at www.edgemerefarm.org/events

Bella’s Voice Bookbag Giveaway

On Saturday, August 9 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., head to O’Donohue Park at Beach 17th and Seagirt Blvd. for free bookbags and school supplies in memory of Bella.

Catch the Buzz About Bees

On Sunday, August 10 at 10:30 a.m., head to Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to join a Park Ranger to learn all about NY’s native bees and what we can do to help them. This program involves a woodworking demonstration where you’ll learn how to make a bee hotel.

Rockaway Refresh at B. 17th

On Monday, August 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., head to Beach 17th and the boardwalk for a shoreline cleanup with JBRPC. Sign a waiver prior to joining at www.jbrpc.org/events

Birding for Beginners

On Sundays through August 31 at 2 p.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to join a ranger to take a nature walk, and learn the basics of bird identification. Bug spray and sunscreen are recommended, binoculars available.

Yoga on the Beach

On Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 8:30 a.m., head to Beach 102nd Street for yoga on the beach with Soupy. For info, call 347-804-2559.

Beach Yoga with Joann

On Thursdays and some Monday at 9:30 a.m., head to Riis Park Bay 9 for Yoga with Joann. For schedule and info, contact Joann at Joannjayanthiyoga@gmail.com

Uplifted Dance Class

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.

Free Art Classes

On Mondays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., head to 205 Beach 96th Street to enjoy free mixed media art classes in conjunction with Ordervision, NYFA and others.

Zumba Under the Stars

On Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. through Aug. 28, head to the Beach 108th Hockey Rink to join Lisa G for this free high-energy dance workout class.

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