Film
Raiders of the Lost Ark — The film that introduced Indiana Jones remains one of the most exciting movies of all time, a perfectly engineered roller coaster that functions as both a winking homage to the action serials of director Steven Spielberg’s childhood and a singular adventure in its own right.
When: Friday, June 30, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, July 1, at 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 2, at 4 p.m.
Where: Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria
Cost: $15
Contact: (718) 784-0077
Website: www.movin
Movie Under the Stars: Hidden Figures — As the United States raced against Russia to put a man in space, NASA found untapped talent in a group of African-American female mathematicians that served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in U.S. history.
When: Friday, June 30, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Kissena Corridor Park
Cost: Free
Contact: (718) 393-7370
Movie Under the Stars: Storks — A stork and his human pal must team up to transport a baby girl to her expectant family, despite the fact that storks now work as couriers for an Internet merchant after getting out of the baby-delivery business.
When: Saturday, July 1, from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where: Smokey Oval Playground
Cost: Free
Contact: (718) 393-7370
Movie Under the Stars: The Outsiders — Members of rival local gangs, distinguished by the haves and the have-nots, get into a scuffle that results in death in 1960s Oklahoma.
When: Sunday, July 2, from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where: Athens Square
Cost: Free
Movie Under the Stars: The Lego Batman Movie — In the irreverent spirit of fun that made The LEGO Movie a worldwide phenomenon, the self described leading man of that ensemble, LEGO Batman stars in his own big screen adventure. But there are big changes brewing in Gotham, and if he wants to save the city from The Joker’s hostile takeover, Batman may have to drop the lone vigilante thing, try to work with others and maybe, just maybe, learn to lighten up.
When: Monday, July 3, from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where: Paul Raimonda Playground
Cost: Free
Contact: (718) 393-7370
Movie Under the Stars: Fences — This movie adapts the Pulitzer Prize-winning play about a black garbage collector in 1950s Pittsburgh named Troy Maxson. Bitter about his lot in life, Maxson frequently takes out his frustrations on his loved ones.
When: Thursday, July 6, from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where: Roy Wilkins Recreation Center, 177th Street and Baisley Boulevard
Cost: Free
Events
Sitting with the Garden — Viewers will experience the beauty of Queens Botanical Garden filtered through the artist’s memories of nature in Taiwan.
When: Friday, June 30, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St.
Contact: (718) 886-3800
Cost: Free with Garden Admission
Community Board 8 Health Fair — Join Community Board 8 for free health screenings, a puppet show, and fun activities for the whole family.
When: Friday, June 30, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Main Park House – 196th Street and Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows
Cost: Free
Arts Culture Fun Orquesta Afinke — Join us for a special concert led by trombonist Tito Plata and percussionist Sam Diaz Jr. Orquesta Afinke is a Latin band featuring percussions, a swinging rhythmic section and a harmonic brass sound. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the show. Sponsored by Council Member Costa Constantinides
When: Friday, June 30, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Ditmars Park
Cost: Free
Contact: (718) 393-7370
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks — The 41st annual celebration of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks salutes the American spirit through a dynamic score performed by the West Point Band, and, of course, the largest Independence Day fireworks display in the nation.
When: Tuesday, July 4, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: Long Island City
Cost: Free
Music
Monthly Jazz Jam: Held on the first Wednesday of every month. Jazz Jams are a fun way to hone your skills and jam with your peers. The house band is led by saxophonist Carol Sudhalter. All are welcome regardless of instrument. Don’t play? Come listen.
When: Wednesday, July 5, at 7 p.m.
Where: Flushing Town Hall
Cost: $10 (free for members, students, and jamming musicians)
Contact: (718) 463-7700 x222
Website: www.flush
New Image Band — Enjoy an evening of classic rock and R&B dance music.
When: Thursday, July 6, at 7:30 pm
Where: George Seuffert Bandshell, Forest Park, Woodhaven
Cost: Free
Contact: (718) 235-4100
Kids and Family
Family Skate Day — Join NYC Parks & Council Member I. Daneek Miller for an evening of skating, face painting, music, and more.
When: Friday, June 30, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Roy Wilkins Recreation Center – 177th Street and Baisley Boulevard
Contact: (718) 393-7370
Cost: Free
Making Magic with Ethan at Fantasy Forest — Ethan’s philosophy is that magic is meant to be created and shared with people; it should not simply be designed to trick the crowd. Together, both Ethan and the audience create an amazing show. Guests of all ages should come out and be surprised.
When: Sunday, July 2, from 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Where: Fantasy Forest Amusement Park
Contact: (718) 788-2676
Cost: Free
The Rejuvenary River Circus — This circus is an allegory featuring gorgeous masks and puppet characters, a unique handmade set and live original music.
When: Thursday, July 6, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Buz O’ Rourke Playground in Crocheron Park
Contact: (718) 352-4793
Cost: Free
