SUNDAY OCTOBER 19th - World's Fair Scavenger Hunt

World's Fair Scavenger Hunt

  

On Sunday, October 19th, on the closing day of the World’s Fair Anniversary Celebrations, the World’s Fair Anniversary Committee will be holding a special FREE EVENT: a World’s Fair Scavenger Hunt throughout Flushing Meadows Corona Park. 

Participants can compete in teams of 2-6 people. At registration, team members will be given t-shirts, and each team will be given a totebag and a list of clues with a map of Flushing Meadows Corona Park. The clues will test participants’ knowledge of both World’s Fairs and the Park as it is now, directing the teams to various cultural institutions and monuments throughout and around Flushing Meadows Corona Park. At each location, they will be given a token , have to answer a question, or take a photo to prove that they were there. At 5:30pm, the teams will return to Queens Theatre. The team that will have collected the most tokens will be the winner of the World’s Fair Scavenger Hunt and will win great prizes. The top runners up will receive prizes as well. At 6:00pm, there will be a free concert in the Park by Yesterday and Today: A Tribute to the Beatles. Winners will be announced from the stage at intermission. 

  CORPORATE SPONSOR :

Sunday, October 19th 

Registration: 10:30am-12:00pm 

Queens Theatre 

14 United Nations Avenue South 

at the base of the New York State Pavilion. 

Flushing Meadows Corona Park 

Organized by: World's Fair Anniversary Committee, co-chaired by Queens Borough President Melinda Katz and Assembly Member Margaret Markey 

Participating institutions:  Louis Armstrong House Museum, New York Hall of Science, Queens Botanical Gardens, Queens Historical Society, Queens Museum, Queens Theatre, Queens Zoo, Louis Armstrong, Port Authority of NY & NJ. 

  

Additional Support provided by media sponsor Daily News, advisors Digital Natives, NYC & Company, Con Edison and the Queens Economic Development Corporation. 

  

#WFSCAVENGERHUNT 

It’s In Queens! (July 24 to July 30)

It must be Classics Week, as Shakespeare, the Beatles, Godzilla, The Wizard of Oz, Fiddler on the Roof, and a multi-day Latin cultural festival come to town. Fun-seekers can also enjoy outdoor movies, concerts and festivals and indoor lectures on such topics as feral cats, the environment, and the Holocaust. Here’s the rundown:

July 24, Two Gentlemen of Verona, 7:30 pm. Hip-to-Hip Theatre Company performs Shakespeare’s slapstick comedy about love, friendship, betrayal, forgiveness, and a dog. This zany tale of romantic rivals asks the question: Is all really fair in love? Special workshop for children at 7 pm. Free. Crocheron Park, vicinity of 214th Place, and 33rd Avenue, Bayside, www.hiptohip.org

July 24, The Devotions, 7:30 pm. Enjoy a Doo Wop vocal group with Astoria roots as part of the Central Astoria Local Development Coalition’s 2014 Waterfront Concert Series. Free. Astoria Park Great Lawn, Shore Boulevard between the Hell Gate Bridge and Astoria Pool, www.centralastoria.org

July 24-26, Fiddler on the Roof, 8 pm. The Josephine Foundation hosts this time-honored musical about a Jewish family’s struggles in Russia in 1905. $25/$40 for VIP seating. Immaculate Conception Center, 72-00 Douglaston Pkwy., Douglaston, www.thejosephinefoundation.org

July 24, Tom Finnegan’s Rainbow, 7 pm. This Woodside group plays classic rock as part of the Woodside Summer Concert Series presented by the Northwest Woodside Coalition and Goliard Concerts. Free. Sgt. Collins Park, 58th Street and Broadway, Woodside, (718) 205-1030

July 25-27, The World’s Fair Play Festival, Fridays at 8 pm, Saturdays at 2 pm and 8 pm, Sundays at 3 pm. This is Queens Theatre’s 25th season, which coincides with the 50th and 75th anniversaries of the 1939 and 1964 World’s Fairs. In celebration, QT presents 10 original, 10-minute plays inspired by these fairs, which took place in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. $18. QT, 14 United Nations Ave. S., FMCP, www.queenstheatre.org

July 25, Classic Monster Film Fridays: Godzilla, 8:19 pm. The ocean’s surface boils and a Japanese freighter vanishes in the Pacific Ocean. Odo Island’s superstitious villagers rightly fear the ancient legend Godzilla has come true. The behemoth seeks revenge on the world, turning Tokyo into a wasteland of atomic fire and rubble. Young lovers Emiko and Ogata are trapped in the monster’s path of destruction, forced to choose between betraying a friend and saving the world. Free. Rufus King Park, Jamaica Avenue at 153rd Street, Jamaica, www.abetterjamaica.org

July 25, Beatles Concert at the Beach, 7 pm. Enjoy an evening of Beatles music with a terrific tribute band. Free. Beach 108th Street Hockey Rink, Rockaway

July 25, Two Gentlemen of Verona, 7:30 pm. Hip-to-Hip Theatre Company performs Shakespeare’s slapstick comedy about love, friendship, betrayal, forgiveness, and a dog. Special workshop for children at 7 pm. Free. Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center, 93-29 Queens Blvd., Rego Park, www.hiptohip.org

July 26, Fourth Annual FLIC NIC in the Street, dusk. The Queens World Film Festival and the Jackson Heights Green Alliance offer three family friendly films about fathers and their children. Bring a chair, blanket, a picnic and a beverage. Free. 78th Street Play Street at 34th Avenue, Jackson Heights, www.queensworldfilmfestival.com

July 26, Caïn et les Cadiens: Chez Nous Autres, 2 pm and 4 pm. Cain-Oscar Bergeron and his ensemble take audiences on a musical journey across Cajun America while exploring change and the human spirit. This musical and visual collaboration tells the story of the French settlers who became known as Acadians, or Cajuns. The flute, viola, piano, guitar, accordion, and more play in classical and Cajun folk styles. Free. Flushing Branch Library, 41-17 Main St., Flushing, www.cainoscarbergeron.com

July 26, Children’s Arts and Crafts Fair, 1 pm to 6 pm. Activities include face painting, water marbling, ballet, Irish step, modern dance, and performances by local musicians. Families learn about the wide array of local arts and enrichment programs and meet the artists and teachers in person. Plus, the new Bliss Plaza under the elevated 7 train on 46th Street hosts a pop-up library. Free. 46th Street between Greenpoint Avenue and Queens Boulevard, under the Sunnyside arch and adjacent to the 46thStreet/Bliss Street station on the 7 line, Sunnyside, www.sunnysideshines.org

July 26, Beach Flix, sundown. Bring a blanket or beach chair and watch the movie Surf’s Up outdoors on the sand. Free. Beach 73rd Street, www.RockawayCivic.com

July 26, Candy Twisted Balloon Show, 1 pm. As part of its Children’s Summer Entertainment Series, Rego Center presents interactive performances, including Mad Science Show, Candy Twisted Balloon Show, and Kid’s Singer Dave Jay. Free. Rego Center, 61-35 Junction Blvd., Rego Park, www.regocenter.com

July 26, King Cymbeline, 7:30 pm. Hip-to-Hip Theater Company presents a fantastical action-adventure Shakespeare play that combines tragedy, comedy, and romance. King Cymbeline’s only daughter, Imogen, secretly marries against his wishes, and he banishes her new husband. With war looming and an evil stepmother plotting, the spunky princess ventures into the wild to reunite with her true love. Special workshop for children at 7 pm. Free. St. Albans Park, vicinity of 169th Street, Merrick Boulevard, Marne Place and Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, www.hiptohip.org

July 26, Wizard of Oz, 1 pm. This 1939 musical starring Judy Garland is 75 years old. Notable for its use of Technicolor, fantasy storytelling, musical score and unusual characters, over the years it has become one of the best known of all films. Free. Greater Astoria Historical Society, Quinn Building, 35-20 Broadway, Fourth Floor, LIC, www.astorialic.org

July 26, Feral/Stray/Community Cats & TNR, Class/Workshop/Webinar, 11 am to 2:30 pm. Learn how to care for feral and stray cats. All steps in setting up a managed colony will be covered, including establishing good community relations, feeding, winter shelter, veterinary care, recovery space, safe handling, and trapping. All workshop attendees will become certified TNR caretakers, and NYC residents will gain access to low-cost spay/neuter, free traps and equipment, and expert guidance and assistance. Free, but advance registration is required. Ridgewood Branch Library, 20-12 Madison St., Ridgewood, www.neighborhoodcats.org

July 27, A Taste of Italy, 2:30 pm. The music, food and culture of Italy and the chance to view the exhibition Remembering Yesterday: Queens and Its World’s Fairs, which takes a look at the two World’s Fairs in Queens (1939 and 1964). $15/$20 at the door. Queens Historical Society, Kingsland Homestead, 143-35 37th Ave., Flushing, www.queenshistoricalsociety.org

July 27, Young Dancemakers, 2 pm. Flushing Town Hall’s free summer concerts series presents a live music and dance performance featuring excerpts of works by master choreographer Paul Taylor. Audience members are invited to join in for a post-concert improvisational workshop with the dancers. Lessons at 1 pm. FTH, 137-35 Northern Blvd., www.flushingtownhall.org

July 27, Music in the Garden: Alicia Svigals & Friends, 6:15 pm. Enjoy a concert featuring the world’s leading Klezmer violinist. Free with admission. Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 St., Flushing, www.queensbotanical.org

July 27, 114th Precinct Civilian Observation Patrol Street Fair, noon to 6 pm. Broadway between Steinway and 47th streets, Astoria, www.centralastoria.org

July 28, Lecture on Catholicism and the Holocaust, 1:30 pm. Catholic Holocaust educator Linna McDonald discusses anti-Semitism in church teachings. She talks about Catholic responses to the Holocaust, from the controversy over Pope Pius and the Vatican to the priests and nuns who risked their lives to rescue Jews. She also addresses the revolution in Catholic teachings since the 1960s and anti-Semitism in the church today. $7 suggested donation. Central Queens Y, 67-09 108th St., Forest Hills, www.cqy.org

July 28, The Goonies, 8:30 pm. Outdoor screening as part of Central Astoria Local Development Coalition’s 2014 Movies on the Waterfront series. Free. Astoria Park Great Lawn, Shore Boulevard between the Hell Gate Bridge and Astoria Pool, www.centralastoria.org

July 29, Kevin Batchelor’s Grand Concourse, 7 pm. Live Reggae and Ska music as part of Live at the Gantries, a series of outdoor performances featuring Queens-based musicians. Free. Gantry Plaza State Park, vicinity of 50th Avenue along the East River, LIC, www.liveatthegantries.com

July 29, Latino Cultural Festival: Glamour Tango, 8 pm. This multi-media show of music and dance was created as a tribute to the women who quietly wrote the pages of Tango from the very beginning. Twelve women make up the entire company, a rarity in the world of Tango. $30. Queens Theatre, 14 United Nations Ave. S., Flushing Meadows Corona Park, www.queenstheatre.org

July 29, Summer of ‘69 with Generations, 7 pm. Retro rock as part of 2014 Juniper Valley Park Free Summer Concerts Series. Free. Juniper Valley Park, 80th Street between Juniper Boulevard North and Juniper Boulevard South, Middle Village, www.junipercivic.com

July 29, Stewards of the Environment, 6 pm. Join the Greater Astoria Historical Society for a glass of wine and a community discussion on finding a responsible balance between using and protecting natural resources. Free. GAHS, Quinn Building, 35-20 Broadway, Fourth Floor, LIC, www.astorialic.org

July 30, Latino Cultural Festival: Cocomama, 8 pm. A virtual United Nations of women — from Cuba, Israel, France, Argentina, Mexico, Oregon, and Wisconsin — whose sound draws from the musical traditions of Cuba, Brazil, South and North America. $30. Queens Theatre, 14 United Nations Ave. S., Flushing Meadows Corona Park, www.queenstheatre.org

July 30, Beach Flix, sundown. Bring a blanket or beach chair and watch the movie Sixteen Candles outdoors on the sand. Free. Beach 117rd Street, Rockaway, www.RockawayCivic.com

July 30, King Cymbeline, 7:30 pm. Hip-to-Hip Theater Company presents a fantastical action-adventure Shakespeare play that combines tragedy, comedy, and romance. King Cymbeline’s only daughter secretly marries against his wishes, and he banishes her new husband. With war looming and an evil stepmother plotting, the spunky princess ventures into the wild to reunite with her true love. Special workshop for children at 7 pm. Free. Voelker Orth Museum, 149-19 38th Ave., Flushing, www.hiptohip.org

The “It’s In Queens” column is produced by the Queens Tourism Council with the hope that readers will enjoy the borough’s wonderful attractions. More info at www.itsinqueens.com

It’s In Queens! (July 17 to July 23)

No cabin fever this week as Queens hosts outdoor festivals featuring jerk chicken, Shakespeare, African dance, movies, beer, water games, health/wellness, a charity fun run, and music genres such rap, R&B, Top 40, and jazz. But fun-seekers can also stay in the air-conditioned indoors and enjoy Japanese calligraphy, history, comedy, Bugs Bunny, and World’s Fair-inspired theater.

Here’s the rundown:
July 17, SummerStage Presents: Mobb Deep, 7 pm. This rap group has appeared on records that have sold over 40 million copies. They make a special homecoming with Lyrics Lounge in the housing projects where they grew up. Free. Queensbridge Park, vicinity of Vernon Boulevard, 41st Avenue, and the East River, www.nycgovparks.org

July 17, Forever Ray, 7:30 pm. A musical tribute to Ray Charles. Free. Astoria Park Great Lawn, Shore Boulevard between the Hell Gate Bridge and Astoria Pool, www.centralastoria.org

July 17, The Jenny Marino Band, 7 pm. This Middle Village group plays Top 40 hits as part of the Woodside Summer Concert Series presented by the Northwest Woodside Coalition and Goliard Concerts. Free. Sgt. Collins Park, 58th Street and Broadway, Woodside, (718) 205-1030

July 18, QNSMADE Exhibition & Launch Party, 7 pm. The Queens Council on the Arts 3rd Space program launches a web-based project that celebrates the borough’s stories via a series of portraits and interviews. QNSMADE features artists, makers, and doers who were either born in Queens or currently live there. $5. 37-11 35th Ave., Kaufman Arts District, www.queenscouncilarts.org

July 18-27, The World’s Fair Play Festival, Friday at 8 pm, Saturday at 2 pm and 8 pm, Sunday at 3 pm. Queens Theatre presents 10 original 10-minute plays by well-respected playwrights who were inspired by the 1939 and 1964 World’s Fairs, which took place in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. $18. QT, 14 United Nations Ave. S., FMCP, www.queenstheatre.org

July 18, Harambee Dance Company, 7 pm. In Swahili “Harambee” means "let us pull together." Harambee Dance Company pulls together the essence of African and African-American dance and music, presenting it from an innovative and exciting new contemporary perspective. Dance class at 7 pm; concert at 8 pm. Free. Queensbridge Park, vicinity of Vernon Boulevard, 41st Avenue, and the East River, www.nycgovparks.org

July 18, Classic Monster Film Fridays: King Kong, 8:24 pm. The second film in A Better Jamaica’s series. Free. Rufus King Park, Jamaica Avenue at 153rd Street, www.abetterjamaica.org

July 18, Ticked-Off Vic, 8 pm. An evening with comedian Vic DiBitetto, a You Tube sensation who appears on WPLJ’s The Todd Show on Friday. $15-$25. Resorts World Casino New York City, 110-00 Rockaway Blvd., Jamaica, www.rwnewyork.com

July 18, Bokusai, runs until Aug. 7. Exhibit on Japanese artist Shoko Kazama, a distinguished calligrapher of the renowned Zen sect of Kencho-ji. This show’s theme is Otogizoshi, stories from Muromachi period (13th century) that have been passed down verbally among children in Japan. Free. Gallery hours: Monday through Friday, 11 am to 5 pm; Saturday, noon to 5 pm. Resobox, 41-26 27th St., LIC, www.resobox.com

July 19, What’s Up, Doc? The Animation Art of Chuck Jones (runs through Jan. 19, 2015). Legendary animation director from the Bugs Bunny franchise, Chuck Jones, is the focus of this Smithsonian traveling exhibition featuring original artwork, 23 animated films, a short documentary, and an interactive experience. Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria, www.movingimage.us

July 19, World’s Fair Brewfest, noon to 3 pm and 4 pm to 7 pm. Food, craft and art vendors, live musical performances throughout the day, and craft beer choices in a festive setting. $45 in advance, $50 at the door. Tickets required, ages 21 and up. Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 St., Flushing, www.queensbotanical.org

July 19, Fourth Annual FLIC NIC in the Street, dusk. The Queens World Film Festival and the Jackson Heights Green Alliance offer an evening of shorts, features, live action, international, and local movies. Bring a chair, blanket, a picnic, and a beverage or just pull up a piece of curb. Free. 78th Street Play Street at 34th Avenue, Jackson Heights, www.queensworldfilmfestival.com

July 19, History Roundtable Astoria Stars, 1 pm. Learn about a variety of world known entertainers – including Christopher Walken, Ethel Merman, Perry Cuomo, Tony Bennett, and Dee Snider – who lived in Astoria. Plus, Dee Anne Gorman, a NYC-based vocalist/poet, performs some of this group’s most famous songs. $5. Greater Astoria Historical Society, Quinn Building, 35-20 Broadway, 4th Floor, LIC, www.astorialic.org

July 19, Freestyle Reunion IV, 9 pm. Live performances by TKA, Judy Torres, Sugar Hill Gang, Soave, C&C Music Factory, Alisha, CNR of Trilogy, and more. Doors open at 8 pm. $25-$125. Resorts World Casino New York City, 110-00 Rockaway Blvd., Jamaica, www.rwnewyork.com

July 19, Unchain Your Inner Improviser, noon to 1:30 pm. Queens World Film Festival Executive Director Katha Cato leads a workshop on techniques. Free. Chain Theatre, 21-28 45th Rd., LIC, www.chain-theatre.org

July 19, Rory O’Shea Was Here, 7:30 pm. It’s Irish movie night with a short comedy added to the mix. $8-$11. New York Irish Center, 10-40 Jackson Ave., LIC, www.newyorkirishcenter.org

July 20, The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival NY, noon to 8 pm. New York’s biggest Caribbean food festival attracts about 20,000 people, including a mix of professional chefs and home cooks, eager taste-testers, Reggae and Soca lovers and dance aficionados. $30 in advance/$40 at the gate. Roy Wilkins Park, 177-01 Baisley Blvd., Jamaica, www.jerkfestivalny.com

July 20, Queens Family Day: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Wynton Marsalis, Rashida Bumbray, Michael Mossman, and Copland Jazz, 4 pm to 7 pm. Interactive music and dance workshops with the best of the best. Free. Queensbridge Park, vicinity of Vernon Boulevard, 41st Avenue and the East River, www.nycgovparks.org

July 20, Help Fight Drug Abuse 5K Run/Walk, 9 am. The Federation of Italian American Organizations of Queens hosts its annual run/walk to help fight drug abuse. Race starts and ends at Fiao Soccer Field, 20th Avenue and 33rd Street, Astoria. $15-$25, (718) 204-2444, www.italianfederation.com

July 20, All-Queens Family Entertainment Fest, 1 pm. The Ray Blue Band plays with performances from dancers and singers from African-American, Chinese, Latin, Korean, and South Asian traditions. Free. Kissena Corridor Park, Main Street and Elder Avenue, Flushing

July 20, Health and Wellness Fair, 9 am to 4 pm. Hosted by the Queens Borough President’s Office in conjunction with Jamaica Hospital, HealthFirst and MetroPlus, this event includes bone marrow registry, stress testing, senior services, health screenings and giveaways. Free. 83-09 157th Ave., Howard Beach

July 21, Geraldine Ferraro: Paving the Way, 7 pm. To commemorate the 30th anniversary of Geraldine Ferraro’s vice presidential nomination on the Democratic ticket in 1984, St. John’s University hosts a panel discussion and screening of a documentary that her daughter directed and produced. Free. SJU D’Angelo Center, 80-00 Utopia Pkwy., Jamaica, www.stjohns.edu

July 21, Family Movies in the Park: Madea’s Family Reunion, 8:22 pm. Actor and playwright Tyler Perry returns as Madea, a brash but loving African-American grandmother with her own way of doing things, in this screen adaptation of his popular stage comedy. Madea finds herself dealing with a handful of family crises the same weekend that she’s planned a massive family reunion. Free. Cambria Playground/Frederick Cabbell Park, Francis Lewis Boulevard at 120th Avenue, Jamaica, www.abetterjamaica.org

July 22, Live at the Gantries: Dahka Band, 7 pm. Dahka Band plays world music as part of Live at the Gantries, a series of outdoor performances featuring Queens-based musicians. Free. Gantry Plaza State Park, vicinity of 49th and 50th avenues along the East River, www.liveatthegantries.com

July 23, Shakespeare in the Park, 7:30 pm. The Hip to Hip Theatre Company opens its eighth season with Cymbeline, a romantic fairy tale. An interactive workshop, Kids & the Classics, starts 30 minutes before the show. Free. In the vicinity of the Unisphere, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, www.hiptohip.org

July 23, Water Festival, 11 am to 1 pm. Water inflatables, bouncy houses, cotton candy, popcorn, and giveaways. Free. Beach 108th Street and Boardwalk, Rockaway Beach, www.nycgovparks.org

The “It’s In Queens” column is produced by the Queens Tourism Council with the hope that readers will enjoy the borough’s wonderful attractions. More info at www.itsinqueens.com.

It’s In Queens! (March 20 to March 26)

It’s In Queens! (March 20 to March 26)

The world famous Cirque du Soleil rolls into Queens this week to present Amaluna until May 11. This is a tremendous show, full of breath-taking acrobatics, routines, music and costumes. But the borough offers other, equally exciting activities during this period, too, including “rocking gospel,” film festivals, art openings, theater and even a bear hunt. Here’s the rundown.

March 20, Opening of Cirque du Soleil’s Amaluna, 8 pm (runs until May 11 at various times). This circus show takes the audience to a mysterious island governed by goddesses and guided by moon cycles. Citi Field, 123-01 Roosevelt Ave, Flushing, www.cirquedusoleil.com.

March 20, D.B. Rielly, 9 pm. Award-winning musician D.B. Rielly performs a wide-range of Americana music, including Roots, Zydeco, Blues, and Alt-Country. He promises an “instantaneous cure for all afflictions.” Free. Rèst Âü Ránt, 30-01 35^th Ave., LIC, www.rarbarlic.com.

March 20, Samba Lessons, 7 pm. Dance instruction for all ages and all levels with renowned instructor Paul Ru Bao of Farrington Ballroom Dance School. After an hour lesson there is an hour of open dance. $10 single class/$45 for five classes. Skip the class and join open dance at 8 pm for $5. QT, 14 United Nations Ave. S., Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, www.queenstheatre.org.

March 21, Nuala Documentary, 7:30 pm. Nuala O’Faolain’s memoir shocked Ireland with revelations of her sexual history and bizarre upbringing. She was an enthusiastic heterosexual whose most lasting relationship was with a radical lesbian activist and a feminist who adored her neglectful father. She transfixed Ireland again when, ravaged by cancer, she turned to radio to talk frankly about her impending death. Evening includes a Q&A with the movie’s director. $11/$6 students, seniors, unemployed, New York Irish Center, 10-40 Jackson Ave., LIC, www.newyorkirishcenter.org.

March 21, In-Between the Lines: A Performance & Writing Workshop, 7 pm. Queens Council on the Arts’ 3rd Space presents a writing workshop hosted by The In-Between People, a local performance collective. $5. QCA, 37-11 35th Ave., Astoria, www.queenscouncilarts.org.

March 21, Requiem for a Dream, 7 pm. The Museum of the Moving Image is hosting Indie to Epic: The Films of Darren Aronofsky. Based on the eponymous novel by Hubert Selby Jr., Requiem for a Dream follows a young couple’s downward spiral into heroin abuse amid a search for the key to their dreams. Includes a preview of Aronofsky’s latest film, Noah. MMI, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria, www.movingimage.us.

March 21, Jim Campbell’s Evocative Low-Resolution Work, museum hours (runs until June 15). The Museum of the Moving Image presents the first solo museum exhibition in NYC of the work of Jim Campbell, the San Francisco-based artist best known for his evocative low resolution works. A tech innovator, he integrates and manipulates computers and custom electronics into visually arresting artworks. On March 22 at 2 pm, MMI presents a public conversation with Campbell and curator Steve Dietz. Free with admission. MMI, 36-01 35^th Ave., Astoria, www.movingimage.us.

March 21, An Evening of Durang: 2 Short Plays by Christopher Durang, 4 pm (March 22, 7 pm; March 23, 3 pm; March 25, noon). The York College Theatre performs two of Durang’s short comedies for an evening of deranged laughter. In Dentity Crisis, Jane collides head-on with her father, brother, grandfather, her mother’s lover and her psychiatrist. In The Actor’s Nightmare, Durang’s hapless characters move in and out of plays by Noel Coward, Beckett, Shakespeare and Robert Bolt’s A Man for All Seasons to keep the actors frantic and the audience in stitches. $10/$7 students.  94-45 Guy R. Brewer Blvd., Jamaica, www.york.cuny.edu.

March 22, Rockin’ Gospel by Vince Anderson & Friends, 7 pm. Reverend Vince Anderson plays “rocking gospel,” soul and jazz to get audiences grooving in their seats. Free, but donations accepted. Sunnyside Reformed Church, 48-03 Skillman Ave., Sunnyside, 718-426-5997.

March 22, Pi, 4:30 pm; and The Fountain, 7 pm. The Museum of the Moving Image is hosting Indie to Epic: The Films of Darren Aronofsky. Pi, Aronofsky’s debut, is a sci-fi thriller, exploring tenets of number theory and spirituality from the perspective of an obsessive and nihilistic mathematical genius. Blending elements of fantasy, romance, and science fiction, The Fountain depicts men’s tumultuous quests for eternal love. A conquistador in Mayan country searches for the tree of life to free his captive queen; a medical researcher looks for a botanical cure to save his dying wife; a space traveler moves toward a dying star that is wrapped in a nebula. Includes preview of Aronofsky’s latest film, Noah. MMI, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria, www.movingimage.us.

March 22, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, 2:15 pm (workshop at 1 pm). Michael Rosen’s award-winning children’s book comes to life on stage, telling an intrepid tale of a father, his three children and their dog in search of a bear. $12/$10 members/$8 children/$6 member children. Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd., www.flushingtownhall.org.

March 22, Hands-on History: Weaving History, noon. Weave cloth and paper. Free. King Manor Museum, 150-03 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica, www.kingmanor.org.

March 22, Wildlife Photography, 1 pm. Learn how to take nature photos with the Queens Botanical Garden as the backdrop. Experienced nature photographer Shari Romar offers examples and advice on light and composition. All are welcome. Participants must bring their own camera. $10/$18 for two workshops. Advance registration and payment required at education@queensbotanical.org or 718-886-3800, x 230. QBG, 43-50 Main St., Flushing, www.queensbotanical.org.

March 22, Cherry Poppin’ Daddies, 8 pm. These double platinum Swing chart toppers celebrate the Rat Pack’s music in a 1960’s era-inspired Las Vegas show. $35. Queensborough Performing Arts Center, 222-05 56th Ave., Bayside, www.visitqpac.org.

March 22, People+Education+Art+Community+Engagement, 6 pm. An evening of art, poetry, music, dance and a lecture on murals celebrating the opening of a show by Gabino Abraham Castelán, a socially engaged artist committed to connecting the local community to art, artists, and organizations. Space Art Gallery, 29-09 39th Ave., LIC, www.spacegallerylic.com.

March 22, The World of Tomorrow, 1:30 pm. Learn about the 1939 World’s Fair, which encouraged visitors to take a look at the future. Free. Greater Astoria Historical Society, Quinn Building, 35-20 Bway., 4th Fl., LIC, www.astorialic.org.

March 23, The Wrestler, 4:30 pm; Black Swan, 7 pm. The Museum of the Moving Image is hosting Indie to Epic: The Films of Darren Aronofsky. The Wrestler is a breathtaking comeback for Mickey Rourke, who plays a washed up 1980s wrestling star. In Black Swan, Natalie Portman plays a dancer who eventually caves to pressure from her retired ballerina mother, demanding artistic director, and the jealousy and deceit from her competition in the company. Includes a preview of Aronofsky’s latest film, Noah. MMI, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria, www.movingimage.us.

March 23, Toying With Science, 1 pm & 3 pm. Combining circus skills, mime, original music, and audience involvement, Garry and his audience delve into the imaginations of scientists. $14 or purchase a Family Series Flex Pass for $100 (10 tickets to use however you want.) Queens Theatre, 14 United Nations Ave. S., Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, www.queenstheatre.org.

March 23, MARCH for the Earth, 10 am and 1 pm (weather permitting). Celebrate the vernal equinox (historical Earth Day) by joining community groups for a day of volunteering and unity at Queens Botanical Garden, followed by a festive march to the Flushing Meadows-Corona Park Unisphere. Free, but registration required at rforlenza@queensbotanical.org. QBG, 43-50 Main St., Flushing, www.queensbotanical.org.

March 23, Sundial Craft Workshop, 1 pm (while supplies last). Make your own sundial pendant from recycled materials. Free. Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing, www.queensbotanical.org.

March 24, The Blue Note Sound, 6 pm. The Epistrophy Ensemble celebrates 75 years of Blue Note Records. York College Performing Arts Center, 94-45 Guy R. Brewer Blvd., Jamaica, www.york.cuny.edu.

March 24, Happy Birthday, Forgotten New York, 7 pm. The often imitated and never duplicated Forgotten New York website is a godsend to those interested in NYC history. Webmaster Kevin Walsh celebrates 15 years with a PowerPoint presentation of some of FNY’s greatest hits and cake. Free. Greater Astoria Historical Society, Quinn Building, 35-20 Bway., 4th Fl., LIC, www.astorialic.org.

March 25, Tuesday Morning Music Club of Douglaston, 11 am. Pianist Reed Tetzloff plays compositions by Debussy and Beethoven. Guitarist Edmund Nicodemi plays James Cohn’s works for guitar. Sopranos Carol Nicodemi and Betina Hershey Russo sing. Douglaston Community Church, 39-15, Douglaston Pkwy., 516-466-4034.

The “It’s In Queens” column is produced by the Queens Tourism Council with the hope that readers will enjoy the borough’s wonderful attractions. More info at www.itsinqueens.com.

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It’s In Queens! (Nov. 21 to Nov. 27)

Live music, improvisational theater, politicians making fun of themselves and the season’s first holiday tree lighting are among upcoming activities. Here’s the rundown:

Nov. 22, The Hendrik Meurkens Samba Jazz Quartet, 8 pm. Harmonica and Vibraharp virtuoso Hendrik Meurkens and his jazz quartet play Brazilian jazz by such great composers as Djavan, Gal Costa and Lenny Andrade. $15. Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd., Flushing,
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Nov. 22, 3rd Space, 7 pm. 3rd Space is a spot where the artistic and cultural communities come together to talk shop, attend workshops, network and share works. The next 3rd Space features a presentation of Neural: Cleave, a work in progress by Queens-based sound artist Michelle Jaffé. A conversation with Jaffé, performance artist Marta Jovanovic and the public will follow. $5. Queens Council on the Arts, 37-11 35th Ave., Astoria
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Nov. 22, The Conformist, 7 pm. The Museum of the Moving Image’s ongoing series See It Big! presents classic and contemporary films on the big screen. In The Conformist, every scene boasts eye-popping camera movement, angles, colors, and lighting. The plot is about an assassin who is desperate to join the Fascist party as it is rising to power, and who is hired to kill a former teacher. MMI, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria
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Nov. 23, Legislative Acts, 7 pm. Borough politicians perform a musical comedy to benefit two Queens College initiatives: Big Buddy, which pairs homeless children with college-student mentors; and Women and Work, which prepares victims of domestic violence, single mothers, immigrants, displaced homemakers, and downsized workers to secure sustainable employment. $100. Queens College, LeFrak Concert Hall, 65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing
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Nov. 23, Book Extravaganza Fundraiser, 10 am to 4 pm. Peruse a large selection of new and used books and Astoria, Long Island City and Sunnyside t-shirts. Free. Greater Astoria Historical Society, 35-20 Broadway, Astoria
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Nov. 23, Scientifically Speaking, 1 pm. Ever wonder what makes a popcorn kernel pop? Join some hands-on experiments and get a brief history of popcorn. $24. Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston
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Nov. 23, Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, 5 pm. A live DJ, stilt walkers, carolers, giveaways and Santa Claus arrives around 5:50 pm. Free. The Shops at Atlas Park, 80-00 Cooper Ave., Glendale
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Nov. 23, Astoria, 11 am. Official Queens historian Jack Eichenbaum leads a walk through this demographically changing neighborhood. Italians and Greeks are being replaced by Arabs, Bosnians, Brazilians, Mexicans and yuppies. The walk goes through Astoria’s important transportation arteries: Steinway Street (a former trolley route), 31st Street (under the elevated train), the Grand Central Parkway which bisected the neighborhood 70 years ago, and 30th Avenue.
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Nov. 23 & 24, FIDMarseille Carte Blanche: A Weekend with Programmer Jean-Pierre Rehm, times vary. The Museum of the Moving Image presents more than a dozen films from established stars of world cinema such as Apichatpong Weerasethakul and Tsai Ming-liang, as well as emerging talents Mati Diop, Marie Voignier and Salomé Lamas. MMI, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria
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Nov. 24, The Little Engine That Could, 1 pm and 3 pm. Adapted from the famous children’s book, this musical follows The Little Blue Engine, who dreams of pulling the Piney Vale Express just like her best friend Rusty. Little Blue seems too small to make it up the big hill, but when the train’s fate suddenly depends on her, she finds out how much she can accomplish with a little self-confidence. $14. Queens Theatre, 14 United Nations Ave. S., Flushing Meadows-Corona Park,
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Nov. 24, Broadway’s Next H!t Musical!, 3 pm. In this fully improvised musical comedy, every lyric, melody and “jazz hand” choreography is made up on the spot to create a show that is spot-on, energetic and absolutely hilarious. $25. Queensborough Performing Arts Center, 222-05 56th Ave., Bayside,
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Nov. 24, Book Talk, Signing, 2:30 pm. Sabrina Jones, who has illustrated many graphic novels about history and contemporary social justice issues, discusses her new book, Social Justice According to the Gospels. Free, but RSVP to 718.939.0647 as seating is limited. Kingsland Homestead, 143-35 37th Ave., Flushing
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Nov. 26, Classical Music Concert, 11 am. The Tuesday Morning Music Club of Douglaston presents a program with live piano, guitar and voice, followed by a sandwich lunch and dessert. Douglaston Community Church, 39-15, Douglaston Pkwy., Douglaston, 516-466-4034.

The “It’s In Queens” column is produced by the Queens Tourism Council with the hope that readers will enjoy the borough’s wonderful attractions.
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Skate Rental

Did you know the Pavilion in Flushing Meadow Corona Park was a roller skating rink? Taryn Sacramone from Queens Theatre In The Park was kind enough to show us inside and model one of the roller skates from back in the day.

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