“Little Women” as a musical
On Saturday, July 11 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 12 at 2:30 p.m. the BroadHollow Theatre Company presents “Little Women,” a musical based on the Louisa May Alcott novel at the BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Turnpike in Elmont. Tickets are $28 for adults, $25 for seniors, $18 for students and $14 for youths 12 and under. Student rush tickets are available at $10 half an hour before the show for students 13- to 22-years-old with a valid student ID. Major cards accepted. Call the box office at 516-775-4420 or 631-581-2700, or visit at www.broadhollow.org. Group rates are available. Additional performances on two following weekends (Friday, July 17 and Friday, July 24 at 8 p.m.) with two performances on Wednesday, July 22 at 2 and 8 p.m. Call 631-581-2700 or email bhtgroupsales@aol.com for group information.
WONDERFUL WEEKEND EVENTS
On Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12 at 1 p.m., join the Urban Park Rangers for a guided tour of historic Fort Totten. Learn about the history of Willets Point and explore the 19th century fortress designed by Robert E. Lee. Meet at the Visitor Center, Ordnance and Lee Roads in Fort Totten Park. Call 718-352-1769 for more information.
FRIDAY
On Friday, July 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. a Farmers’ Market opens in the parking lot of The Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main Street in Flushing. Enter the parking lot on Crommeling Street, between Blossom and Dahlia Avenues (between College Point Boulevard and Main Street). For more information, call 718-886-3800, Ext. 230 or visit www.queensbotanical.org.
On Friday, July 10, from 9 a.m. to noon free monthly foot screenings for adult diabetics will take place at Calvary Hospital’s Center for Curative and Palliative Wound Care located at 1740 Eastchester Road in the Bronx. For directions, go to www.calvaryhospital.org.
On Friday, July 10, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. enjoy Storytelling in the Park crafts, and activities with librarian Carol Scheper at Broad Channel Park, Cross Bay Boulevard between E16 and E18 Roads. Call 718-318-4000 for details.
On Friday, July 10, from 10 a.m. to noon kids ages 8-13 can learn basic skills at a Free Skateboarding Clinic that begins in Forest Park Skate Park, Woodhaven Boulevard and Forest Park Drive in Kew Gardens. Participants must bring a skateboard and helmet. Wrist guards, knee and elbow pads will be provided. Wednesdays and Fridays through August 14; registration required. Call 718-235-4100 for details.
On Friday, July 10, from 10 a.m. to noon kids ages 8-13 can learn basics of the game, good sportsmanship, and meet friends at a Free Basketball Clinic that begins at Dry Harbor Playground, Myrtle Avenue and 80th Street in Glendale. Wednesdays and Fridays through August 14; registration required. Call 718-235-4100 for details.
On Friday, July 10, at 6 p.m. wow your friends, neighbors, and strangers with your Karaoke chops at the George Seuffert Bandshell in Forest Park, Woodhaven Boulevard and Park Drive. Free; hosted by Billy C. and Kitty.
SATURDAY
On Saturday, July 11, from noon to 3 p.m. come to Saturday Sculpture Workshops: Full Size Self Portraits; artist Anna Craycroft will show you how to paint and collage at Socrates Sculpture Park, Broadway at Vernon Boulevard in Long Island City. Call 718-956-1819 or visit www.socratessculpturepark.org for more information.
On Saturday, July 11 from 1:30 to3:30 p.m. take a free walking tour of Jamaica, led by PhD geographer and guide Jack Eichenbaum; includes access to former Loew’s Valencia Theater, private tour, refreshments, and jazz recital at the newly restored Chapel of the Sister’s. Meet on King Manor Museum’s front porch, in Rufus King Park, Jamaica Avenue between 150th and 153rd Streets. You must R.S.V.P. Call 718-526-2422 (718-JAMAICA) or email info@jamaicacenter.org. Details at www.jamaicacenter.org.
On Saturday, July 11 at 7 p.m. there will be a Free Concert and Fashion Show at 139-35 88th Avenue in Jamaica, hosted by Forgiveness Assembly. For more information, call 718-723-5860 or visit www.ForgivenessAssembly.com.
SUNDAY
On Sunday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th Street in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park is hosting the 3rd Annual Science Farmers’ Market open-air exhibit with produce from local farmers, science handouts and live demonstrations on the benefits of a balanced diet and the importance of supporting community farms. Free; for more information call 718-699-0005.
On Sunday, July 12 from 1 to 5 p.m. go Boating in Hallets Cove, sponsored by the Long Island City Boathouse (LICB). Meet at Socrates Sculpture Park, Broadway at Vernon Boulevard in Long Island City. Kayak and canoe from the beach just north of the park. An adult must accompany participants under 18. Visit www.licboathouse.org or call 718-228-9214 for cancellation due to inclement weather.
On Sunday, July 12 from 3 to 6 p.m., the Mary Lamont Band gives a free concert presented by the New York Metro Country Music Association at the Seuffert Bandshell in Forest Park, Woodhaven Boulevard and Forest Park Drive South. She’s called “The Queen of Long Island Country.” This concert was rained out on June 21.
On Sunday, July 12 at 1 p.m. Sunday Garden free Concert Series in Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Boulevard, Doo-Wop Hall of Fame member Warren Tesoro & The Exceptions. Dance lessons precede 2 p.m. concerts. Four Star Chef Ashbell McElveen’s Global Grill sells food. Call the box office at 718-463-7700, Ext. 222 or visit www.FlushingTownHall.org for more information.
On Sunday, July 19 from noon to 4 p.m., enjoy the Friends of Fort Totten Parks’ Family Fun Day. At the Fort Totten Parade Grounds, bring your children and your pets for a free afternoon of fun activities including rides, games, arts and crafts, pet micro-chipping ($25 donation requested), demonstrations and more. There will also be raffles, with all proceeds going to charity. For more information, call 718-352-4793 or visit www.forttottenparks.org.
PERFORMANCES
On Thursday, July 9 at 7 p.m. Juniper Park Civic Association presents the Big Band sound of Lew Picardi Orchestra, on the asphalt playground at Juniper Valley Park, 80th Street between Juniper Boulevard North and South, in Middle Village. Bring a lawn chair; schedule subject to change. July 16 is Italian Nite: performers TBA. For the latest information on this Summer Concert Series call 718-651-5865 or visit www.junipercivic.com.
On Thursday, July 9, at 7:30 p.m. Central Astoria’s Waterfront Concert Series presents Gary U.S. Bonds, presented by the Central Astoria Local Development Corporation, on the Astoria Park Lawn, Shore Boulevard between Hell Gate Bridge and the pool. Call 718-728-7820 for more information.
On Thursday, July 9 at 8 p.m., the LaGuardia Performance Arts Center presents cello quartet Break of Reality at the Little Mainstage Theatre at 47th Avenue and Van Dam Street in Long Island City. Their new CD “Spectrum of the Sky” appeals to fans of Led Zeppelin, Radiohead, and Yo-Yo Ma. Tickets are $15, $10 for seniors and students. Call the box office at 718- 482-5151. For information on other cultural events, go to www.laguardiaperformingarts.com.
On Tuesday, July 14, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. CityParks Concerts present hip-hop superstars Sugarhill Gang in a free concert at Queensbridge Park along the East River, 41st Avenue and Vernon Boulevard. Call 212-360-8290 for details.
On Tuesday, July 14 at 7 p.m. Live at the Gantries: Dave Barckow & Mazz Swift-Camlett. Guitarist Dave Barckow and Fiddler Mazz Swift-Camlett play an original mix of pop, Celtic and classic rock from their new CD “Trigger- Suspicion Lies and Jealousy;” at Gantry Plaza State Park, 474 48th Avenue in Long Island City. For more information call 718-786-6385; visit www.davebarckow.com, www.mazzmuse.com.
ODDS AND ENDS
On Monday, July 13, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. the Kingsland Homestead, 143-35 37th Avenue in Flushing, Summer 2009 Education Programs begin. “Geometry Scavenger Hunt: Math, Art & History” is an indoor/outdoor fun scavenger hunt for kids. In “Digging Up History: Science, Art & History” kids get to participate in their very own archaeological dig in Weeping Beech Park. Programs run Monday to Wednesday, July and August; $4 per child; for more information or to register, call 718-939-0647, Ext. 17 or email QhsEducation@gmail.com.
On Monday, July 13, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Mommy, Music & Me, Inc. presents Music Together music and movement activities, Instrument Petting Zoo for parents and children (newborn through seven years old). At Buz O’Rourke Playground in Crocheron Park, 33rd Avenue and 214th Place in Bayside. Call 718-352-4793 for details.
On Tuesday, July 14, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. CityParks Kids: Gospel for Teens comes to Rufus King Park, Jamaica Avenue and 153rd Street; from The Mama Foundation for the Arts School of the Gospel, Jazz, and R&B Arts; teen performers are 13 to19 years old and are taught the art of Gospel and Jazz through this program.
On Tuesday, July 14, from 10:30 to11:30 a.m. Summer Fun Childrens Series 2009: The Uncle Brothers offer parent-friendly messages through lively music, humor, and plenty of audience participation at Athens Square Park, 30th Avenue and 30th Street in Astoria. Call 718-728-7820 or email centralastoria@aol.com for details.
On Tuesday, July 14, at 7 p.m. the Harlem Hoopsters will knock your socks off with a free show at Jackson Pond Playground in Forest Park, 108th Street and Myrtle Avenue in Richmond Hill.
On Wednesday, July 15 from 11 a.m. to noon, Kew Gardens Community Center, a program of the Queens Community House, located at 80-02 Kew Gardens Road, hosts a history class for enthusiasts led by Al Collins. Call director Bari Goltzman at 718 268-5960, Ext. 223, email bgoltzman@queenscommunityhouse.org or visit www.queenscommunityhouse.org.
On Wednesday, July 15, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Dancing Under the Stars instructors provide basic lessons in a variety of ballroom styles including swing, cha-cha, and rumba for the first 45 minutes at Little Bay Park Roller Hockey Rink. (Park near the entrance to Fort Totten – intersection of 212th Street, Bell Boulevard and the Cross Island Parkway service road.) Call 718-352-4793 for more information.
On Wednesday, July 22 from 6 to 8 p.m., Professional Speaker’s Bureau presents a Mega-Networking Event and Dinner. Bring plenty of business cards. Presentation: “An Outstanding Follow-Up System for Your Networking & Trade Show Contacts;” at Cardiovascular Medical Associates, 975 Stewart Avenue in Garden City. Pre-paid admission is $30; $35 at the door. Call 516-817-0222; 516-484-2844 to leave a message, or visit www.speakersnetworking.com.
On Thursday, July 9 and Thursday, July 16, at 6 p.m. free Dancing Under the Stars; instructors provide basic lessons in a variety of ballroom styles including swing, cha-cha, and rumba for the first 45 minutes, at Dry Harbor Playground in Forest Park, 80th Street and Myrtle Avenue in Glendale.
On Thursday, July 9 and July 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. the Samuel Field Y at 58-20 Little Neck Parkway has Intermediate Line Dancing Classes with instructor Lynn Martino. Open dancing between and after classes. Free refreshments, snacks and holiday parties. Entry fee $8 per person; call 347-693-8300 for information.
Saint Michael’s Cemetery at 7202 Astoria Boulevard in East Elmhurst is offering pre-need plans for purchase of memorial property, with payment from three to five years and as little as 10 percent down. Monthly billing available. Call 718-278-3240 to inquire.
