Things To Do

Let’s Get Vaccinated

On Thursday, February 8 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., head to Queens Public Library Far Rockaway Swing Space (1003 Beach 20th Street) for assistance for older adults to get flu and Covid vaccines. RISE has a team of trained Community Health Workers who are coordinating vaccine appointments for local residents. See them at the RISE table in the library. Also, order your free at-home COVID-19 test kits at https://special.usps.com/testkits .

Chinese New Year Puppet Craft

On Thursday, February 8 at 4 p.m., head to Peninsula Library (92-25 Rockaway Beach Blvd.) for a dragon puppet craft session and a Lunar New Year story time for kids ages 5-12.

V-Day Half Marathon & 5K

On Saturday, February 10 at 9 a.m., head to Healy’s Pub (108-07 Rockaway Beach Drive) for bib and t-shirt pickup or last-minute registration. The half marathon and 5K start at 10 a.m. on the Beach 108th boardwalk. Pre-register at www.RockawayTC.org

Jamaica Bay Jr. Ranger Club

On Saturday, February 10 at 10:30 a.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to join Ranger Zach to explore. You will explore different topics and talk about how to be a good steward for wildlife and nature. Program is followed by an official Jr. Ranger “swear-in” ceremony. This is an all-weather walk, so please dress for the conditions.

Valentine’s Makers Market

On Sunday, February 11 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., head to the Rockaway Beach Surf Club (302 Beach 87th Street) to shop locally made gifts for Valentine’s Day. BBQ lunch and drinks available to purchase.

A Love Letter to Birds

On Sunday, February 11 at 12 p.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to join Ranger Flor for an arts and craft workshop! You’ll be making all sorts of birds out of paper plates and other art supplies. All supplies will be provided.

Community Board 14 Meeting

On Tuesday, February 13 at 7 p.m., head to the Knights of Columbus (333 Beach 90th Street) for the monthly community board meeting. To speak publicly, show up before the meeting to sign up.

Cardio Punch

On Saturdays at 11 a.m., head to Seaside Library (116-15 Rockaway Beach Blvd.)  to join Gloria for this total-body, non-contact workout for all fitness levels.

Core on the Floor

On Mondays, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., head to RISE (58-03 Rockaway Beach Boulevard), as Ann Fosteris leads a free 30-minute class focusing on core and lower body. Participants should bring their own mats. All levels are welcome!

Master Fitness™

On Mondays at 11 a.m., head to RISE (58-03 Rockaway Beach Boulevard), for a free 45-minute exercise class led by Ann Fosteris. All ages and fitness levels are welcome!

Chair Yoga

On Tuesdays, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., head to RISE (58-03 Rockaway Beach Boulevard), as Ruth Graves, certified yoga instructor, teaches a free 45-minute chair yoga class. Beginners to seasoned practitioners are welcome!

Unconventional Improv Class

On Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Lighthouse at Coastal on Beach 109th, Enchantress Shane teaches the art of improv. For those 16 and up. No experience needed.

Crochet Club

for Kids

On Fridays at 4 p.m., kids ages 8-12 are welcome Peninsula Library (92-25 Rockaway Beach Blvd.) to learn the basics of crocheting and how to make a scarf or handbag. Must call 718-634-1110 to reserve a space.

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