Six-time Grammy-winning pianist, composer, and bandleader Arturo O’Farrill is a leading voice in Afro-Latin jazz, blending Latin rhythms, jazz, and contemporary composition with a powerful cultural and social vision. Born in Mexico City and raised in New York, he is the founder and artistic director of the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra and Belongo, a nonprofit […]
Join us for the monthly Queens College – Terraza Jam, a collaboration between Queens College and Terraza 7, where up-and-coming jazz musicians gather for an unforgettable night of improvisation! Queens College jazz students enjoy free admission, making this an evening of inspiration and community. Admission: $20 Cover charge Mezzanine. $10 For Jammers. NO COVER for Queens College […]
Hosted by esteemed news freak Lauren Arnett and featuring some of the funniest performers in NYC, Old News: Live! will whisk you away from the horrors of today and into the horrors of yesteryear with a variety show of topical satire, music, characters, and more! With co-host Erin Kiernan, music by Soph Kinne, and special […]
Duduka Da Fonseca, Vinicius Gomes & Gili Lopes create a dynamic Brazilian Jazz experience, blending samba rhythms and bossa nova grooves with modern jazz improvisation for a rich, sophisticated sound. 7:30PM to 8:30PM (First Set) 9:30PM to 10:30PM (Second Set) Admission: $20 Cover Charge for Mezzanine Featuring: • Vinicius Gomes / Guitar • Duduka Da […]
Join us for a casual 3ish-mile run in the neighborhood. All paces are welcome as long as you can complete the distance. We meet at the bottom of the Windmuller Park stairs, at 54th Street and Woodside Avenue. We will wait 5-10 minutes to allow for late arrivals. Please be prompt! We often get coffee […]
Kids Art Club! Clases de Arte para Niñxs! – Lessons change Weekly Students learn about art theory, movements and how to find and use their creative voice. Led by artist instructors from different cultural & art backgrounds: fine art, self-taught, master crafters, & more. We are experienced in holding classes for neurodiverse students and strive […]
It’s a beautiful day in Jackson Heights, to join TWO volunteer opportunities! Early Birds can come 9am to help clean up Diversity Plaza! And our weekly JHBG TreeLC volunteers will be watering, weeding and cleaning our tree beds and gardens Meet TreeLC volunteers @10am in front of 3541 80th st, we provide gloves, tools and […]
Jackson Heights Arts & Learning have a special class this Saturday, July 25th here in Travers Park grassy area* 10-11AM where you may pay what you wish!!! We will have guest musicians come perform too! Please RSVP at 347-450-3006 to reserve your spot! Feel free to visit our Facebook page here to see what we have in store […]
This Saturday, July 25th at 2:30pm come out to the Jackson Heights Library @qplnyc located at 35-51 81st Street, in their basement auditorium, and join us for a talk with author @AMGittlitz as he speaks about his @NYTimes best-selling book about our New York @Mets. “A.M. Gittlitz’s book Metropolitans: New York Baseball, Class Struggle, and […]
Junk Journal Meet Up in Queens! Join us for a creative evening of collage, memories, and messy art at Art Retail Therapy. Led by illustrator, artist and expert junk journaler, Liz of Studio Lizzy. Liz does an excellent job of sourcing and curating scrapbooking items. You will learn how to best position and combine a […]
Shu Oda Mura: Guitar Haruna Fukazawa: Flute Sakai Original, Bossa Nova, Rock, Blues, City Pop. Door open 7PM, show start 7:30PM $20 with free drinks
Come celebrate Grove34’s 5th Anniversary. A live show with improv and standup followed by an after party with drinks and food! Come have a drink and laugh!
Experience an enchanting evening of flamenco featuring acclaimed dancer Ricardo Osorio alongside outstanding flamenco musicians. This captivating performance celebrates the passion, rhythm, and artistry of flamenco, bringing its vibrant traditions to life through powerful dance, music, and song. 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM (First Set) 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM (Second Set) Admission: $20 cover charge […]
Cody Childs brings R&B/Soul to Travers Park as part of the Summer Sundays series. Summer Sundays features a diverse lineup of free concerts in Jackson Heights, including symphony, jazz, cumbia, Bangla fusion, son jarocho, Ecuadorian music, indie rock, soul, and funk.
No scripts, no safety nets—just pure comedy created in the moment. Come see why Grove 34 is THE place for improv comedy in Queens. Follow @improvnight and @grove34nyc for cast announcements and show-specific details!
Jackson Heights Library is pleased to be hosting Summer Cinema, offered each Monday afternoon through the end of September. Come cool off in our air-conditioned auditorium and enjoy popular films in a comfortable, community setting. Screenings begin at 3pm in the Jackson Heights Lower-Level Auditorium. We will showcase a variety of genres related to a […]
Figure Drawing Mondays — Summer Sessions Ease into summer with our relaxed Monday figure drawing nights, now with a seasonal twist. This summer series mixes indoor poses with a few plein air setups for fresh light and atmosphere. A laid-back model, easygoing crowd, and short and long gestures that capture summer vibes. Lowered rates make […]
Cuban-born master percussionist Román Díaz —a “living repository” of Afro-Cuban culture— leads La Rumba Cubana de Queens at Terraza 7, a powerful weekly gathering where tradition, improvisation, and community come together every Monday. Admission: $20: Cover charge for Mezzanine seating Featuring: Roger Consiglio / Vocals. Máximo Valdés / Vocals. Rafael Monteagudo / Percussion. Clemente Medina […]
An improv jam is an open, low-pressure playground where performers of all experience levels jump on stage, get mixed into teams, and create scenes on the spot. Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth show, you’ll get a chance to play, experiment, and connect with other improvisers in a supportive, fun environment.
Discover oil painting in a relaxed, beginner-friendly class. Learn essential techniques and create a vibrant “juicy fruit” painting from start to finish. Learn: Color theory, mixing, Composition, balance, Brush technique, underpainting, building layers — all leading up to making your own fruity oil masterpiece. This is a great painting medium to take up in the […]
Come and meet the team, talk about cats, learn about fostering and volunteering opportunities, and more!
Experience Live at the Gantries—a free outdoor concert series at Gantry Plaza State Park in LIC. Celebrate the rich cultures of Queens with top local talent and stunning sunsets over the East River. Concerts take place on Tuesdays at 7 PM. It’s free—just show up! Bring a chair, picnic, friends—even your dancing shoes—and enjoy a […]
Two groups: one running, one walking Meet at Over The Moon, 83-15 37th Ave at 6:30 PM for a 2 mile walk or 3 mile run ALL PACES WELCOME
Community Class with Jennifer Alarcon on Thursdays. This bilingual Spanish/English class is for all students age 11-15. No experience required! Email [email protected] for details.
Trombonist, composer, and arranger John Yao and his big band push modern big band jazz into bold new territory, blending swing, Latin, funk, and contemporary influences. Their latest release, Points in Time, celebrates Yao’s 20-year career in NYC and the band’s long-awaited return after a decade hiatus. A 2023 DownBeat Critics Poll Rising Star, Yao […]
Join us for a literary evening as The Woodside Review presents its new global anthology, Lucent Voicings, featuring readings from contributing poet Patricia Carragon and members of the Woodside Writers team. Hosted by editor, author, and Woodside Writers Director Eleni Traganas, the evening will spotlight the journal’s finest poetry and short prose from award-winning writers […]
Married comedians Courtney Maginnis & Casey James Salengo put on a comedy show about love and marriage and all the in between.
An unruly bunch of improvisers are randomly drafted onto teams to perform completely unscripted comedy.
Doug Uram & Friends brings together a killer lineup of some of New York’s funniest comics for one unforgettable night at Grove 34. This month features Zac Braviette, Wolfgang Hunter, Brian Grossi, Beau McDowell, and Michael Agunbiade!
Join us for Cristina Candela, a vibrant flamenco performance featuring cantaor Alfonso Mogaburo Cid and guitarist Dustin Carlson. Experience Cristina’s powerful dance alongside live music in an evening of intensity, rhythm, and expression. 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm (First Set) 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm (Second Set) Admission: $20: Cover at Mezzanine. Featuring: Cristina Candela […]