Things To Do

Movie Under the Stars: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
On Friday, August 16 at 8:30 p.m., head to Beach 17th Street and the boardwalk, bring a blanket and enjoy family film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.
Rockaway Market Street @ Beach 60th
On Saturday, August 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., head to Rockaway Market Street @ Beach 60th and the Rockaway Freeway to shop from local vendors. Jammers Steel will be the musical performer. Edgemere Farm, Rockaway Soda, Rockaway Honeyworks, Mushroom Queens, Blacksmith’s Breads, and other local vendors will be there!
Jamaica Bay
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On Saturday, August 17 at 10 a.m., head to 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.
Thrift Sale
On Saturday, August 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., stop by First Congregational Church (320 Beach 94th Street) for a thrift sale and vendor market. Used and new items. Proceeds support the church.
RAA’s ‘All Who Wander’
On Saturday, August 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., head to T7 Gallery in Fort Tildenyou’re your last chance to see Rockaway Artists Alliance’s summer exhibition, “All Who Wander.” On view through August 17.
Riis Landing Kayaking
for Beginners
On Saturday, August 17 at 1 p.m., head to Riis Landing near the Marine Parkway Bridge for kayaking for beginners. Open to ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation required. 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.
Beach Sessions Dance Series
On Saturday, August 17 at 6:30 p.m., head to Beach 106th for a Beach Sessions performance commissioned by Faye Driscoll.
Rockaway Beach
Film Festival
From August 17 through August 25, head to the Arverne Cinema (72-02 Gouverneur Ave). for the Rockaway Beach Film Festival. Full schedule and tickets available at: www.rockawayfilmfestival.org
Zumba Under the Stars
On Thursdays through August 29, at 7 p.m., head to the Beach 108th Hockey Rink for a free Zumba workout class led by Lisa G.
Cardio Punch
On Saturdays at 11 a.m., head to Beach 60th and the boardwalk to join Gloria for this total-body, non-contact workout for all fitness levels.
Outdoor Chair Yoga
On Monday, August 12, from 10:30 a.m. to 11a.m., at RISE (58-03 Rockaway Beach Boulevard), join Cynthia Carrion, certified yoga instructor, in a gentle form of yoga that is done while seated or using a chair for balance.
Stretch & Meditation
On Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m., head to Beach 131st Street to join Jodi Heywood for a total body gentle stretch followed by a guided meditation. All levels welcome. Bring your towel and water. No class if inclement weather.
Yoga at Riis
On Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., and some Mondays and Fridays, head to Bay 12 in Riis Park to enjoy stretching, breathing, meditation and relaxation by the shore with Joann. For questions and updates, email: joannjayanthiyoga@gmail.com
Yoga with Soupy
On Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8:30 a.m., head to Beach 102nd Street for a yoga class led by Soupy Campbell.
Floyd Bennett Field Kayaking
On Saturdays and Sunday at 9:30 a.m., head to the Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp in Brooklyn for kayaking for beginners. Open to ages 6 and up with an adult.