By The TimesLedger
Auditions/reshearsals
The Parkside Players hold auditions for its winter production “Second Bananas” at 8 p.m. Dec. 6, 7, and 10 at the Grace Lutheran Church, 71st Road and Union Turnpike in Forest Hills. Performances are in February and March. 718-465-3844.
Senior Theater Acting Repertory welcomes seniors interested in acting. Meetings held Wednesdays and Fridays. For more information, call Ronnie Arond at 718-347-2310 or Stan Guttman at 718-224-2729.
The Barbershop Harmony Society's Queens chapter is expanding its membership. All men who enjoy singing, be they tenors, leads, baritones or basses, are invited to attend rehearsals any Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the school hall at 74-15 175th St., Flushing. 718-468-8416.
Bazaars
The Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, holds its annual Holiday Bazaar on Sat., Dec. 1 and Sun. Dec. 2, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. free admission. Holiday gifts, novelties & decorations created by a select group of craft vendors will be displayed and sold throughout the barn complex. Coffee and home baked goods will be available. 718-347-FARM
A Christmas Bazaar will be held on Fri., Nov. 30 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Church of St. Margaret of Scotland, 58-30 193 St., Flushing. 718-357-8544
Classes/Workshops
The Pride of Judea Community Services Center hosts a workshop for Jewish parents and grandparents whose children have intermarried. The workshop, “Building Family Bridges” will focus on fostering communication and Jewish identity in the family. The three-session program will be on Monday evenings Dec. 3, 10, and 17 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Pride of Judea Community Services. 243-02 Northern Blvd., Douglaston. 718-423-6200.
The National Art League, 44-21 Douglaston Parkway, Douglaston adds an evening Portrait class to weekly schedule. Dan Slapo, well known representational artist with 3S years as an instructor has brought his drawing & painting class to the NAL. The class will be held every Tuesday evening from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Dan Slapo has received many awards for his pastel paintings from major competitions, and his work has been published in a number of prestigious publications. Artists at all levels of proficiency are invited to attend. 718-428-1859.
Learn to draw and paint during an instruction workshop Thursdays at Alliance of Queens Artists, 991-10 Metropolitan Ave., Forest Hills from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 718-520-9842.
Kids' painting workshops held Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Alliance of Queens Artists, 99-10 Metropolitian Ave., Forest Hills. 718-520-9842.
Portrait drawing for novices taught by Esther Kirchevsly at Kew Gardens Community Center, 80-02 Kew Gardens Road, Thursdays from 11 a.m. to noon. 718-268-5960.
Free Drama/Acting Class for Teens, ages 10-17 at The Poppenhusen Instiitute, 114-04 14 Road., College Point. Ages 10-12 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and ages 13-17 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 718-358-0067
Concerts
A Hanukkah concert will be presented Sun. Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. at the Rego Park Jewish Center, 97-30 Queens Blvd., Rego Park, with 40 men and women singing the most beloved music. the concert is in honor of City Council member Karen Koslowitz for her decade of dedicated service to the community. 718-459-1000.
The Congregation, Men's Club and Sisterhood of the Jewish Center of Kew Gardens Hills present the annual joint Hanukkah celebration on Mon. Dec. 10 at 8 p.m. Featuring the Choir of the Conservative Synagogue of Jamaica Estates under the leadership of Cantor Chaim Levy, 71-25 Main St., Flushing. 718-263-6500.
On Sat., Dec. 8, at 8 p.m., the Oueens College Choral Society presents the Christmas portion of Handel's Messiah plus the “Hallelujah Chorus”, the Pergolesi/Durante Magnificant, and selections from Bach's Christmas Oratorio. The performance, in Colden Center on campus, will include professional soloists and orchestra. 718-793-8080.
The Flushing Jewish Community Council, 41-60 Kissena Blvd.,sponsors a gala Jewish Music Concert in an afternoon of operatic, popular and Jewish songs performed by “The Three Jewish Tenors on Sun., Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. 718-463-0434.
The five original members of Tesla will appear at Westbury Music Fair on Fri., Dec. 7 at 8 pm in the half round. Tickets: $37.50 and are available at Westbury Music Fair's box office, select Ticketmaster locations and on line at CC.com and musicfair.com. 631- 888-9000 or 212-307-7171.
Free Youth Choral Group for ages 10-16 The Poppenhusen Instiitute, 114-04 14 Rd., College Point from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 718-358-0067.
Dick Fox's Summer Doo-Wop Extravaganza arrives at Westbury Music Fair on Sat., Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 and are available at Westbury Music Fair's box office, most. All shows, dates, and times are subject to change without notice. Applicable tax and service charges are added to each ticket price. 631- 888-9000 or 212-307-7171.
Perfomers sing in groups and as a full chorus Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. under the direction of Evelyn Castro of the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music at the the Kew Gardens Community Center, 80-02 Queens Blvd. 718-268-5960.
Dancing
DNA 22 34th Ave., Queens presents DNA Friday on Nov. 23, 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28 and Jan 4, 11, 18, 25, Feb., 1, 8, 15, 22 and March 1 and at 10 p.m. Cost: $20.
ANIBC Center, 212-12 26 Ave., Bayside, offers Line Dance Evenings from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Kicken Up Country. Donation: $6 No partner needed. Dance Instruction and Music by Ira and Ellen. 718-939-4936.
Open house of country line dancing classes at Poppenhusen Institute, 114-04 14th Road, College Point. Come to learn what it's all about. Classes are held Mondays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. for beginners ($5 a class) and 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. for intermediate ($6 per class). Instructors: Ira and Ellen Lengel. 718-358-0067
Society Tempo Ballroom Dancers offer lessons in ballroom, Latin, tango, swing, savoy lindy, salsa, mambo and wedding dances in Floral Park, New Hyde Park, Bayside. 718-891-4209.
Ballroom dancing is held Wednesdays at Charisma Ballroom, 71-46 Main St., Flushing, from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. 718-268-2800.
Irish dancing lessons with all-Ireland dancing champion Niall O'Leary are offered at Yeats' Tavern, 42-24 Bell Blvd., Bayside, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. every Saturday. 212-726-1602.
Ballroom dancing hosted by Community Education Resource Center, 51-60 Marathon Parkway, Little Neck, Fridays at 2 p.m. Admission: $40. 718-423-8179.
Israeli and folk dance class is held Wednesdays from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Sisterhood of Bay Terrace Jewish Center, 209th Street and Cross Island Parkway. Instructors: Rae and George Nemoviche. 718-428-6363.
Events
The Museum of Modern Art in Manhattan opens its doors for free on select days for residents of each borough. “Queens Day” is Saturday, Dec. 8. Visitors with proof of residency, such as a driver's license or utility bill, and up to three guests get in free. 212-708-8400.
The Center For Culture, The Afrikan Poetry Theatre, Inc., 176-03 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica presents “The Legacy of Slavery…Artifactual.” Gene Peters conducts a lecture and exhibit of slave-period artifacts. All of the items presented are rare, antique and one of a kind. Sat., Dec. 8 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Admission is free. 718-523-3312.
An art auction will take place at Hilllcrest Jewish Center, 183-02 Union Turnpike, on Sat., Dec. 1 at 8:30 p.m. There will also be sports memorabilia. 718-380-4145.
The Ladies Guild of Resurrection Lutheran Church, 44-10 192nd Street, Flushing, holds its annual Christmas Fair on Sat., Dec. I, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Handmade crafts, baked goods, plants, and many other holiday items. Everyone is welcome.
Make a beautiful evergreen wreath at the Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, Queens on Sat., Dec. 8. All materials are provided, you only need bring a garden shear. Registration required. 347-FARM.
Exhibits/Demonstrations
Queens Museum of Art New York City Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing presents “Translated Acts” through February from noon to 5 p.m. 718-592-9700
Susan Wolsborn: Kinesthesia is on display at Queens Museum of Art through Feb. 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: $5, $2.50 students and seniors. 718-592-9700
Janet Cardiff Exhibit is on display at P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center, 22-25 Jackson Ave. Long Island City through Jan. 31 from noon to 6 p.m. “Joe Brainard: A Retrospective” is on display through Nov. 25 from noon to 6 p.m. 718-784-2084.
El Ritmo Latino Del Mundo is on display at Flushing Town Hall 137-35 Northern Blvd, from noon to 5 p.m. through Dec. 30. The exhibit features works that transcends traditional notions of ''Latino'' identity. 718-463-7700
The National Art League holds its 71st annual Members' Exhibition on Fri., Nov. 30 at The National Art League Galley, 44-21 Douglaston Parkway Douglaston. The public is invited to attend. 718-428-1859
Singles
The single parent support group and the Colonial Players theater group host an entertaining evening with outgoing singles of all ages. Games- contests- refreshments. Sat. Dec 8 at 8 p.m., Holliswood Community Church, 82-06 Bell Blvd., Hollis Hills. Donation $10. 718-268-4165.
Cyber Singles meets Thursdays at 9 p.m. at Charisma Ballroom, 71-46 Main St. 718-268-2800.
The Central Queens Y in Forest Hills offers volleyball for singles 22 to 45 on Sunday mornings. 718-268-5011.
The Outdoor Singles activities hotline is 718-353-5506.
Spend an entertaining evening with other outgoing singles of all ages. Games- contests- refreshments. Light-hearted, social atmosphere. The fun begins sat. Dec 8 at 8 p.m.Hollis wood community theater 82-06 Bell Blvd (1 block south of union tpke) Hollis Hills Queens. Donation $10. 718-268-4165
Events
Flushing Jewish Community Council, 41-60 Kissena Blvd., Flushing sponsors a gala Jewish Music Concert in an afternoon of operatic, popular and Jewish songs performed by “The Three Jewish Tenors on Sun., Dec., 2 at 2 p.m. Ticket: $36, $18, $12. 718-463-0434.
Concert
The Congregation, Men's Club and Sisterhood of the Jewish Center of Kew Gardens Hills' annual Joint Hanukkah Celebration will be Mon., Dec. 10 at 8 p.m. Featuring the Choir of the Conservative Synagogue of Jamaica Estates under the leadership of Cantor Chaim Levy, 71-25 Main St., Flushing. 718-263-6500.
The Center For Culture, The Afrikan Poetry Theatre, Inc., 176-03 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica presents “The Legacy of Slavery…Artifactual Join Mr. Gene Peters, a trained educator and researcher, as he conducts a lecture and exhibit of slave period artifacts. All of the items presented are rare, antique and one of a kind. The audience will not only hear about the history of African people, they will personally view and examine historical item on Sat., Dec., 8 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Admission is free. 718-523-3312.
An art auction will take place at Hilllcrest Jewish Center, 183-02 Union Turnpike, on Saturday, Dec., 1, at 8:30 p.m. A preview ofthe works to be auctioned will take place from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m prior to the auction. Tickets: $10., $15. There will be a large selection ofart. People may request selected works of art. There will also be sports memorabilia. 718-380-4145.
The Acting Workshop of Queens continues at the Forest Hills Adult Center, 67-01 110th Street, at Forest Hills High School on Mondays from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fee is $150. 718 263-8066.
The Tuesday Morning Club of Douglaston presents clasical music meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month through May at 11 a.m. at the Community Church of Douglaston, 39-50 Douglaston Parkway. 718-224-2597.
A Visual Arts Forum is held on the second Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. at La Vuelta Bistro, Long Island City. Artists are invited to bring one work of art to share. 718-274-9585.
Fairs
The Ladies Guild of Resurrection Lutheran Church, 44-10 192nd Street, Flushing, is holding its Annual Christmas Fair on Sat., Dec., I, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Handmade crafts, baked goods, plants, and many other holiday items. Everyone is welcome.
Performances/Poetry
The Thalia Spanish Theatre in Sunnyside presents “Brake Four Hearts (and Put in Reverse),” a screwball comedy about discovering an elixir of youth, Through Dec. 16. Call 718- 729-3880.
Remaining performances oif “A Man for All Seasons” by the Parkside Players are 8 p.m. Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 at the Grace Lutheran Church in Forest Hills. 718-497-4922.
Starbucks, 41-02 Main St., Flushing presents Open Mic Night on the first Thursday of every month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. All poets, musicians, singers, actors, playwrights and comedians are welcome. 718-424-6494.
The Center for Culture, The Afrikan Poetry Theatre, Inc., 176-03 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica presents An Open Mic. Calling all Poets, Spoken Word Artists and Listeners!
Open Mic for poets, musicians, singers, actors, playwrights, and comedians is held on the first Monday of every month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Caffe Greco, 79-08 37th Ave., Jackson Heights. 718-424-6494.
Tours
Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum, 32-37 Vernon Boulevard, Long Island City offers Isamu Noguchi Tour through Dec, 31 at 2 p.m.Cost $4, students and seniors $2. 718-721-1932.
Workshops
Make a beautiful evergreen wreath at workshops given at the Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, Queens on Sat., Dec., 8. Three sessions are offered 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.. All materials are provided, you only need bring a garden shear. Registration required. Workshop fee: $15.00. 718-347-FARM.
The Rockaway Theatre companyoffers Basic Acting Skills Wokrshops on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. through Jan. 22 for 10 sessions. 718-404-3906 ext 5643.
Life Drawing Sessions, drawing from a live model at Women's Studio Center, 43-01 21 St., Suite 216, Long Island City, on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission: $15. 718-274-9585.
Acrylics and Watercolors, Melissa Wolf, Instructor, at Women's Studio Center, 43-01 21 St., Suite 216, Long Island City, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission: $35. 718-274-9585.
The Acting Workshop of Queens continues this fall at the Forest Hills Adult Center, 67-01 110th Street, at Forest Hills High School on Mondays from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fee : $150. 718 263-8066.
The Forest Hills Community House, 108-25 62nd Drive, offers a weekly, multi-media creative arts group for teens through age 18 on Monday evenings. 718-592-5757.
The Queens Museum of Art presents free Family Drop-In Art Workshops every Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 718-592-9700.
The Alliance of Queens Artists, 99-10 Metropolitian Ave., Forest Hills offers Art Workshops to learn to paint, draw and express yourself. 718 263-8066.
