Film
Ghost in the Shell — This live-action remake of Mamoru Oshii’s legendary anime stars Scarlett Johannson as Major, a human who is cyber-enhanced to be a perfect soldier devoted to stopping the world’s most dangerous criminals. In the near future, with terrorism reaching a new level with “mind-jacking” — the ability to remote control another person’s thoughts and actions — Major is uniquely qualified to stop it. But when she discovers that her life was stolen instead of saved, Major will stop at nothing to recover her past while punishing those responsible.
When: Friday, May 4, at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria
Cost: $15
Contact: (718) 784-0077
Website: www.movin
The Muppets Heroic Sci-Fi Spectacular — A special compilation of great Muppet moments revolving around the worlds of science fiction, fantasy, action heroes, and horror movies. Packed with guest stars and familiar characters, the Muppets put their own silly spin on genre classics. You will believe a pig can fly…but don’t count on it.
When: Saturday, May 5, and Sunday, May 6, at 11 a.m.
Where: Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria
Cost: $15
Contact: (718) 784-0077
Website: www.movin
Events
Yoga — Get ready to challenge yourself with a yoga session to both strengthen and relax the mind and body.
When: Friday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: Little Bay Park
Cost: Free
Contact: (718) 352-4793
Non (Teach Me How to Dance) — An invitation to anonymously move with artist Julian Phillips and other participants for however long you’d like. Explore movement and discuss how we relate our bodies and attached identities.
When: Friday, May 4, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Queens College
Annual Spring Concert — Audiences will hear performances by all three of Prep’s bands, including their Concert Band. Students from St. Luke’s, St. Gregory’s, Sacred Heart Catholic Academy, Notre Dame Catholice Academy and PS 115 will perform with the concert band. There will also be performances by the Prep Chorus and Chamber Choir.
When: Friday, May 4, at 7:45 p.m.
Where: St. Francis Prep
Cost: $5
Contact: (718) 423-8810 x255
Ridgewood Reservoir Community Tours — Stop by to explore this incredible natural resource in the heart of New York City.
When: Saturday, May 5, and Sunday, May 6, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Ridgewood Reservoir
Cost: Free
Contact: (917) 656-2984
Learn to Ride — Bring a bike, a child and a helmet for this fun event. Show your kids, ages 5 or older, how to ride a two-wheeler.
When: Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Jackson Pond Playground in Forest Park
Cost: Free
Contact: (718) 393-7370
Sacred Sites Open House — The Church of the Resurrection will be participating in the annual event.
When: Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 85-09 118th St.
Cost: Free
Contact: (718) 847-2649
Hands On History: Make a Scented Sachet — Come make a floral scented sachet like the ones worn and used 200 years ago. You will also learn about perfume lockets and popular scents of the time, including what George Washington put in his cologne.
When: Saturday, May 5, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: King Manor Museum
Cost: Free
Contact: (718) 206-0545
Jane’s Walk — Join architects for a walk back through time, starting with the mid-century modern Rail Road Station House at Douglaston Village.
When: Saturday, May 5, at 2 p.m.
Where: Meet at the Douglaston Village Plaza
Contact: (718) – 225-4403
Flushing Cemetery Walking Tour — Local historian James Driscoll and horticultural specialists Fred Gerber and Chuck Wade lead an informative tour highlighting key figures and features of this park-like burial ground.
When: Saturday, May 5, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Flushing Cemetery
Cost: $10
Contact: (718) 939-0647
Clint Holmes: Rendezvous — Backed up by the Diva Jazz Orchestra, Clint Holmes dazzles the audience with his vast repertoire of all genres of music
When: Sunday, May 6, at 3 p.m.
Where: Queensborough Performing Arts Center, Bayside
Cost: $29-$45
Contact: (718) 631-6311
Gather Around The Campfire — Join around a roaring campfire for an evening of s’mores, games, and storytelling. To register, visit www.nycgovparks.org/reg/rangers.
When: Sunday, May 6, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Rockaway Beach
Contact: (718) 352-1769
Fitness Walk — Join the self-guided fitness walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back — approximately two miles. For adults only.
When: Tuesday, May 8, and Thursday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Where: Rockaway Beach
Contact: (718) 352-1769
