Get Animated with Elemental
2024-04-22 13:00 - 2024-04-27 17:00 (America/New_York)
During spring recess, plan a MoMI Animation Day with the family! Your Museum admission includes a ticket to see Pixar’s Elemental on the big screen and access to all our galleries. In the core exhibition Behind the Screen, you can create your own stop-motion animations at our interactive station—and email the finished films to yourself. Plus, our drop-in Media Game Lab offers more opportunities for hands-on media-making, from animation to pixel design to VR painting!
During Spring Recess for NYC Public Schools, MoMI will be open daily 12:00–6:00 p.m. (including on weekdays when the Museum is usually closed)).

Trivia Night at Finback LIC
2024-04-24 19:00 - 21:00
Trivia returns to Finback LIC on Wednesday, April 24!
Hosted by Niko Krommydas, Finback Brewery trivia is free to play and requires no advance registration.
Seating is first come, first served. Prizes for the top three teams!
Check @finbacklic Stories on Instagram for the night's topics!

Jest Kidding! Comedy Show
2024-04-24 20:00 - 21:30
Join us on for a night of laughter, jokes, embarrassing stories and who knows… on Wednesday, April 24th, at 8pm, as we bring you a hilarious lineup of the funniest comedians that New York City has to offer.

Afterwork Thursdays at Doha Bar Lounge
2024-04-25 17:00 - 2024-04-26 02:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Elevate Your Evenings at Doha Bar Lounge this Thursday! Enjoy our exquisite dinner menu with 2-for-1 happy hour delights and complimentary hookah refills. Dive into rich flavors and a lively vibe at 3834 31st Street, Long Island City. RSVP at www.dohabarlounge.com and bring a friend along for an unforgettable night! #AstoriaEats #NYCDinnerParty #NYCEats

Free Filmmaking Workshops, All Ages
2024-04-26 16:00 - 18:00
Astoria Film Festival is offering an intro to our FILMMAKING WORKSHOPS for FREE!!
All Ages Welcome!
These classes are sponsored by a grant from NYC @stophatenyc and @nycchr – both working to prevent hate crimes in NYC and help those who've experienced hate crimes.
Please check out our sponsors for more information !
To help with your PSA production, Astoria Film Festival will offer the following free instructional courses.
Fri April 19
4-6pm in person at Variety Boys and Girls Club of Queens (21-12 30 RD Astoria)
Basics of Filmmaking
Fri April 19
7-9pm in ZOOM
Basics of Video Editing in Adobe Premiere Pro
Fri April 26 4-6pm in ZOOM
Intro to Filmmaking
Fri April 26 7-9pm in ZOOM
Intro to Editing on Premiere Pro
REGISTER NOW! Link on website and in bio.
Many thanks to @bgcnyc for donating the space for our free April 19 workshop!

Friday Night Dinner Party in Queens, NY
2024-04-26 17:00 - 2024-04-27 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Join us for an unforgettable Friday night at @dohabarlounge! Let's kick off the weekend in style on Friday, April 26th, with a night filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and non-stop dancing. Best of all, entry is free for everyone all night long! Whether you're looking for bottle service or birthday packages, reserve your spot now to secure the best seats in the house. Enjoy happy hour from 5 PM to 7 PM, a delectable dinner from 7 PM to 11 PM, and keep the party going until 4 AM with our fantastic nightlife lineup featuring @djbashlive, @djrushone, and @deejayfreko. Don't miss out on the fun at 3834 31st St, Long Island City. For reservations or tickets, visit www.dohabarlounge.com or call ☎️ 347-443-8355. See you there!

No History by Reynaldo Piniella at Culture Lab LIC
2024-04-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
No History by Reynaldo Piniella is a solo theater piece about Arturo Schomburg, a man who crossed oceans in a quest to preserve our history. This diasporic journey will fill us up with cornbread before transporting us to the frontlines of the fight for Cuban and Puerto Rican independence, the streets of New York City during the Harlem Renaissance, and back to the kitchen where it all began. We will experience the music of the Caribbean, the joy of eating soul food for the first time, the poetry of Harlem and rediscover San Juan Hill, the community that was uprooted to build Lincoln Center. With guest appearances from Billie Holiday, Langston Hughes and W. E. B. DuBois, this coming of age story will make us celebrate our shared history and inspire us to save our grandmother's recipes.
One night only: April 26, 7pm

Sekou McMiller & Friends present: AFRO LATIN SOUL
2024-04-26 19:30
From Cuba to New York we celebrate the past, present and future intersections of communities that share a very rich ancestry from the African continent. A cultural reunion of once interconnected communities. Afro Latin soul, puts on display the Jazz and African roots of salsa dance and music and explores the connection between the black and brown communities through ritual, sound and movement.
This one-night event of live music and dance brings together a collection of artists to create visceral experiences; from the bandstand and stage to every corner of the theater, they radiate creativity, virtuosity, and love.

Combover Comedy
2024-04-26 20:30
Join us every Friday night for Combover Comedy!
Tucked away in Long Island City lies a hidden gem that promises an unforgettable evening of laughter and entertainment. Welcome to Combover Comedy, where the vibrant energy of New York City meets the intimate charm of a barbershop on a quaint cobblestone (up until 2 weeks ago) street. Since 2018, Combover has been a beacon for comedy lovers, showcasing the talents of both rising stars and established comedians. Join us every Friday night at Otis & Finn for an experience that blends the best of both worlds, where the familiar and the new converge for a night of hilarity and fun.
BYOB + Complimentary adult beverages while supplies last

Independent Bookstore Day
2024-04-27 10:00 - 20:00
Join us Saturday, April 27th for Independent Bookstore Day!

Raffles all day!
All staff picks will be 10% off!
All Book Culture branded merchandise will be 30% off!
"Blind Date with a Book" books will be 10% off!
Libro.fm Golden Ticket (find the golden ticket and win a year's supply of FREE audio books!)

Summer Camp Preview
2024-04-27 13:00 - 15:00
Bonjour campers! Our Summer Camp Preview event is here, and it’s time to travel to Paris, France to participate in our Summer Games Around the World theme. For our Summer Camp Preview, campers will enjoy participating in our opening ceremony along with thematic gym activities in Paris. From giant obstacle courses and parkour mat challenges, to playful thematic games such as “Don’t Touch the Baguette”, “Make Mona Lisa Smile,” and “Jump the Seine River.” Guests will also enjoy participating in an Architects & Engineers lesson where they will design their own 3D models inspired by French farmhouses.

Guests will enjoy a pizza lunch and a surprise to take home.

Saturday Brunch & Day Party
2024-04-27 13:00 - 19:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Step into the weekend vibe with us at @DohaBarLounge! Indulge in delicious food, sip on refreshing drinks, and dance to the tunes of our guest DJs all night long! Enjoy free entry, extended happy hours, and late-night kitchen delights! Planning a birthday or special event? Check out our fantastic birthday packages and bottle service options! Reserve your spot now at https://bit.ly/DohaSaturday or call 347-443-8355. See you at 3834 31st Street, Queens, NY 11101!

Giggle Juice Comedy Show
2024-04-27 17:00 - 18:30
Join us every Saturday at 5 p.m. at QED in Astoria for Giggle Juice Comedy! A standup comedy show featuring some of the best comics in NYC where you can get loose and start your Saturday night off right! Hosted by Matt Fishman and Suzanne Lea Shepherd.

Saturday Supper - FER x Absence of Proof
2024-04-27 19:00 - 21:00
Join Absence of Proof and FER for a Saturday Supper to bring together the sober-curious community in LIC!

Included in your ticket:

One entree

One non-alcoholic cocktail (option to add additional cocktails as an add on when you're checking out)

Disclaimer:
This event is 21+ and has non-alcoholic beverages with ABV below 0.5%. Non-alcoholic beverages are designed to mimic the taste of alcohol unless otherwise specified on the menu. If you're in recovery or sensitive to the taste of alcohol, please avoid these drinks. Pregnant or nursing attendees should consult their healthcare provider. While not guaranteed to be Halal or Vegan, we respect dietary preferences. Ingredients lists are available upon request. Upon entry, you acknowledge photography and recording. Your presence implies consent for media use by Absence of Proof and FER.

Saturday Night Dinner & Nightlife
2024-04-27 19:00 - 2024-04-28 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York

Noir Nights at Culture Lab LIC
2024-04-27 21:00 - 23:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
Culture Lab After Dark presents Noir Nights – An evening of burlesque and vintage vibes!
Saturday, April 27, 9pm
"Noir Nights" is an evening of seduction and allure, drawing inspiration from the mysterious and sophisticated ambiance of film noir. This event transports attendees into a bygone era, where the stage is set for an unforgettable journey through the art of burlesque with a vintage noir twist.
Attendees are encouraged to embrace the dress code of the era, donning their most stylish noir-inspired attire.
"Noir Nights" is more than a performance; it's an immersive experience that invites the audience to step into the shadows of a glamorous past and an enchanting evening of vintage-inspired burlesque.
Buy Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/culture-lab-after-dark-presents-noir-nights-tickets-876900130897
Culture Lab LIC
5-25 46th Avenue Queens, NY 11101

Bread & Books Pop-up
2024-04-28 12:00 - 15:00
Sourdough Toast and Artisan Grilled Cheese Pop-up! brought to you by iloafyouLIC Handmade by Christine and Book Culture LIC
MENU
Toast ($5)
Base: Plain Sourdough; Pistachio Cranberry
Butter: Miso Scallion; "Raid the Snack Cabinet"; Pistachio Rose; Za'atar Sesame Seed
Topping: Homemade Granola (+$2)
Grilled Cheese ($12)
La Christine: Fig Jam, Sliced Honey Crisp Apples, Triple Creme Brie
Epicurean Delight: Pesto, Buffalo Mozzarella, Modena Balsamic Vinegar Drizzle
Sweet Dreams: Whipped Honey Ricotta, Touch of Sea Salt, Almond Cream OR Nutella

KK9R Adoption Event
2024-04-28 13:00 - 16:00
Korean K9 Rescue Adoption Event!
Are you thinking of adopting a dog? Now’s your chance to meet some of our adoptable dogs in New York City! If you choose to adopt from us, you’ll be supporting the rescue movement and helping change the life of a rescue dog for the better.
We will be having adoption events in the Long Island City area for the following dates. Please note that event location and/or schedule are subject to change. So, check back here on the day of the event you are planning to attend to make sure you don’t go to the wrong venue!

Sunday, April 7 – Astoria, Queens (24-07 31st St.), 1-4pm*.
Sunday, April 21 – Astoria, Queens (24-07 31st St.), 1-4pm*.
Sunday, April 28 – Astoria, Queens (24-07 31st St.), 1-4pm*.

(*First 30 min. is for pre-approved adopters only.)
*Important* – We encourage you to submit your application early, before the event, for pre-approval.
Read our Adoption Procedures and Adoption FAQ:
–https://www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures/
–https://www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq/
Want to Adopt? Our adoption radius currently includes select areas within New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., Maryland, Massachusetts, and California. For full details on our adoption radius and procedures, please check our "Adopt" page.
We’re looking forward to having you join our dog rescue’s alumni community!

Sunday Brunch & Day Party
2024-04-28 13:00 - 19:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Experience Sunday Vibes like never before at @Dohabarlounge! Indulge in the perfect blend of flavors with our Bottomless Brunch from 1PM to 7PM, followed by a delightful Dinner from 7PM to 11PM. As the night progresses, groove to the beats of our Special Guest DJs playing Hiphop, Afro beats, Soca, Reggae, Dancehall, Ampiano, and Latin hits! ✨ Enjoy free admission all night with tickets available at www.dohabarlounge.com Don't miss the excitement at 38-34 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101!

Sunday Night Dinner & Nightlife
2024-04-28 19:00 - 2024-04-29 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York

Prehistoric Robotics Camp
2024-04-29 08:30 - 2024-04-30 15:00
In this dinosaur-focused camp, your builder will explore the basics of robotics while building some really awesome creatures! While working with a partner to complete the building instructions and debug their robot's program, your student will be taught how different mechanical components work in their robots and how programming is a challenging but rewarding skill that they can master with just a little practice. We will support them in the development of their coding and building skills and inspire them with fun dinosaur facts and creative building activities!
Ages 5-12 | Extended Day until 5:30pm Available | Sibling Discount

Spring Break Camp!
2024-04-29 09:00 - 2024-04-30 17:00
Spring Break is HERE! AND CONTINUES NEXT WEEK!
Sign the kids up for a week load of fun…or just a few days.
This is a great way to see if Summer Camp is a good fit for your athlete!
At Gantry Kids, we provide a fun, fitness-filled environment to ensure your child has a great time at every one of our programs. Our School Recess Program includes:

Full-day Schedule: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Athletes must bring a scooters or bikes & helmet weather permitting – please check with us before registering
Great for ages 6-11 (grades 1 to 5)
10% sibling discount
Athletes must bring their own lunches, snacks & water bottle that they can carry in a backpack
Activities include a ton of fitness and movement, outdoor exploration, cooking, gardening, volunteering, art projects, field trips & PLAY!
Biking and scooter all year round

Musical Storytime
2024-04-29 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for a morning of storytelling, singalongs, and instrument play

Craft Club for Kids
2024-04-30 16:00 - 17:00
Join us weekly for arts and crafts or painting. FOR kids of all ages

Dick Tracy Signing with Alex Segura
2024-05-01 18:00 - 20:00
Join us Wed May 1 at 6pm with an in person signing with Dick Tracy writer Alex Segura! Celebrate Dick Tracy's triumphant return in his new series from Mad Cave. Blending the classic elements of the Dick Tracy world (including his iconic villains, supporting cast, and unforgettable watch radio) with a hardboiled and realistic take, DICK TRACY #1 kicks off a fresh and modern take on the iconic detective that remains true to his rich history.

Little Explorers
2024-05-02 09:00 - 2024-06-14 11:00
For ages 18mos-3yrs. Let your little artists lead in Little Explorers! This sensory and art-based experience lets children explore senses, art materials, and the world around them. Activities include painting, playdough, water play, collage, and more. Caretakers observe and support while children follow their pace, fostering sensory learning, fine motor skills, exposure to new materials, socialization, and language development.

Thursday Night Dinner & Cocktails at Doha Bar Loun
2024-05-02 17:00 - 2024-05-03 02:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Join us this Thursday at Doha Bar Lounge for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable gourmet dishes, refreshing cocktails, and vibrant vibes! Take advantage of our happy hour specials from 5pm to 9pm, featuring complimentary hookah refills. No cover charge and we're open until 2am, making it the perfect spot for a night out with friends.
Don't Forget: Tag your friend you'll be sharing this fabulous night with!
Website: www.dohabarlounge.com
Instagram: @dohabarlounge
#LICDining #ThursdayNightOut #NYCEats #QueensEats #DinnerInAstoria #NightLifeNYC #HappyHourSpecials #HookahNights

Shattered - Art Exhibition - On View May 2-June 2
2024-05-02 17:00 - 2024-06-02 14:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
Shattered – Curated by Dawn DeVito
On view May 2 – June 2 during gallery hours: Thursday & Friday, 5-9pm, and Saturday & Sunday, 2-9pm. Free Admission.
Opening Reception May 2, 6-9pm.
​Shattered is an exploration of the human experience, shedding light on the complexities of mental health through the lens of artistic expression. Each stroke of the brush, every carefully crafted sculpture, and the vibrant hues on display tell stories of resilience, vulnerability, and the triumph of the human spirit.
​This exhibition is not merely a collection of artworks; it's a visual journey through the labyrinth of the mind. As you navigate the gallery, you'll encounter pieces that challenge stigmas, celebrate victories, and offer a profound insight into the diverse spectrum of mental health experiences.
Shattered is a collective effort to destigmatize mental health, fostering understanding and empathy. Join us in this immersive experience, where creativity becomes a powerful tool for connection, fostering a community that values and nurtures the well-being of every individual. Together, we illuminate the path toward compassion, breaking down barriers and fostering a world where mental health is not just understood but embraced with open hearts and open minds.
Angelica Olstad's Music for Healing, an immersive installation presented within this exhibition, combines the power of music with science-backed healing modalities.
The project – backed by a $10,000 NYSCA grant – explores new ways to connect through a set of different modalities and practices that explores the installation space as an opportunity to connect through a shared experience.

Shattered: A Visual Journey Through the Mind
2024-05-02 17:00 - 2024-06-02 22:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
Step into a realm where emotions are painted, thoughts are sculpted, and the canvas becomes a sanctuary for the mind. Shattered is an exploration of the human experience, shedding light on the complexities of mental health through the lens of artistic expression. Each stroke of the brush, every carefully crafted sculpture, and the vibrant hues on display tell stories of resilience, vulnerability, and the triumph of the human spirit. This exhibition is not merely a collection of artworks; it's a visual journey through the labyrinth of the mind. As you navigate the gallery, you'll encounter pieces that challenge stigmas, celebrate victories, and offer a profound insight into the diverse spectrum of mental health experiences. Shattered is a collective effort to destigmatize mental health, fostering understanding and empathy. Join us in this immersive experience, where creativity becomes a powerful tool for connection, fostering a community that values and nurtures the well-being of every individual. Together, we illuminate the path toward compassion, breaking down barriers and fostering a world where mental health is not just understood but embraced with open hearts and open minds.
Opening reception Thursday, May 2nd from 6-9PM

Flora The Red Menace
2024-05-02 19:30 - 2024-05-05 16:30
Forager Theatre Company is thrilled to present Kander & Ebb’s first musical, an historic and rarely-produced tale, “Flora the Red Menace.” Premiered in 1965, it was a unique bridge between political FTP shows of the 1930s, the musical comedies of the Golden Age, and the darker, thornier concept musicals of the late 20th century. Utilizing an exciting, eccentric score, it explores labor rights, class divides, the power of community, female self-actualization, and the importance of young individuals developing their own moral compass.
Coming off their acclaimed in-the-round production of “tick, tick…BOOM!” last year, seen at The New Ohio in NYC and Kitchen Theatre Company in Ithaca, NY, Forager will present a similarly fresh, innovative, and excavating take on this classic. It will feature a wall-sized mural designed specifically for this production by artist Tanya Gupta, as well as numerous other exciting production elements.
“Flora the Red Menace” has music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, the original 1965 book by George Abbot & Robert Russell, and a revised 1987 libretto by David Thompson. Its original Broadway first production starred Liza Minelli, who won a Tony Award for her performance.
