Jun. 18, 2025 By Athena Dawson The Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning (JCAL) will host a special two-day screening of the landmark television miniseries Roots on Thursday, June 19, and Friday, June 20, in honor of Juneteenth. The screenings will take place at JCAL, located at 161-04 Jamaica Ave. in downtown Jamaica, and…
June 18, 2025 By Jessica Militello Step out and discover Sunnyside’s vibrant art scene at the Sunnyside Art Walk on Sunday, June 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free, guided walking tour kicks off at Aubergine Cafe, located at 49-22 Skillman Ave., and will provide an afternoon of exploring local storefronts and other… Read more »
June 18, 2025 By Jessica Militello Calling all adventurers! A new Dungeons & Dragons meetup is now bringing epic quests to Western Queens, turning happy hour into a realm of creativity, connection and collaborative storytelling. The group, known as Gamefolk, offers participants the chance to meet new people, spark their imaginations and build community through… Read more »
Jun. 18, 2025 By Athena Dawson Beach 116th Street will shine once again this Saturday as Council Member Joann Ariola hosts a community celebration featuring live music and a fireworks show to mark its long-awaited reopening. Queens families are invited to gather on June 21 for an evening of entertainment, beginning with a performance…
Jun. 17, 2025 By Athena Dawson Jazz lovers of all ages can celebrate the start of this year’s Queens Jazz Trail Concert Series this week. The free concert series is back in full swing, with its inaugural performance on Thursday, June 19, at 7 p.m., at Astoria Park, located at 19 St. bet. Astoria…
Jun. 17, 2025 By Jessica Militello Get ready to unwind! Join in on an afternoon of mindfulness and meditation at the 3rd Annual Celebration of International Yoga Day in Crocheron Park. This free event, located at 33rd Ave. and 215th Pl. in Bayside, offers a wonderful lineup of activities on Saturday, June 21, designed…
Jun. 17, 2025 By QNS News Team Queens families are invited to enjoy a festive afternoon of rides, games, music and more at the CHAZAQ Community-Wide Children’s Jewish Cultural Carnival, taking place this Sunday, June 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Lander College for Men, located at 75-31 150th St. in Kew Gardens…
Jun. 16, 2025 By Jessica Militello Get ready to eat your way through Queens’ Koreatown. Homecoming NYC and the Asian American Federation is serving up your next food adventure with its latest food crawl, this time spotlighting the flavorful streets of Murray Hill’s Koreatown in the heart of Queens. The vibrant community, home to…
Jun. 16, 2025 By Athena Dawson The Queens Public Library is hosting a lineup of virtual and in-person activities this week for residents of all ages to celebrate Juneteenth. Juneteenth is an annual holiday that falls on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States on June 19, 1865. This…
Jun. 13, 2025 By Jessica Militello College Point, bring your appetite—Restaurant Week is back with more to savor. Running from June 16 to June 30, the event showcases the neighborhood’s culinary diversity, giving diners a chance to revisit their favorite spots or discover something entirely new. A wide range of participating restaurants will offer…