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IRL: Teen Time
2026-08-14 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights, 35-51 81st Street, Queens, NY 11372, Queens, NY, 11372, US
Teens, join us for a time to hang out, make new friends, and play fun games. A perfect opportunity to meet fellow incoming freshmen/classmates or just come hang with your friends! Snacks provided!
(718) 899-2500
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Saturday AM Kids Art Club! / Clases de Arte para Niñxs!
2026-08-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Art Retail Therapy, 84-26 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, New York, 11372, United States
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 to cultivate a feeling of comfort, safety & celebration for all students and their creations.
All young artists learn in different ways, & we make room for them to explore in a way that makes sense to them while providing a structure to the learning process.
Class is for 6-13 yrs. 4 and 5 year olds can attend our 9am session with adult guidance.
This is the 9AM Class! There is a class at 9am and one at 10:30am
Big Kids Art Class! 10:30AM Session – August 15, 2026

Future Summers: Posters for Climate Advocacy
2026-08-15 11:00 - 13:00 | The World’s Borough Bookshop, 34-06 73rd St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
This is an off-site program hosted at The World’s Borough Bookshop: 34-06 73rd Street, Suite 1A, Jackson Heights, NY 11372.
Join Citation Needed Press and the Queens Memory Project for an all-ages poster-making workshop! Using collage materials, printed images, and slogans from the Melting Metropolis Archive, participants will imagine future summers that are equitable, climate resilient, and shaped by the activism of the artists and organizers who came before us. This is a drop-in workshop and all materials are provided.
AUDIENCE
Adults, Kids(0-5), Kids(6-11), Seniors, Teens

Knots of Luck: A Lucky Knot Workshop with Bonnie
2026-08-15 15:00 - 16:00 | The World’s Borough Bookshop, 34-06 73rd St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
Join Bonnie creating decorative lucky knots! Personalize your own with fun charms and be in community ദ്ദി(˵ •̀ ᴗ – ˵ ) ✧

(Visiting Presenter) Lee Sang Jun Show
2026-08-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Colden Auditorium, Reeves Ave, Flushing, NY 11367, USA
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of laughter with one of Korea’s most beloved comedians, Lee Sang Jun. For over two decades, Lee Sang Jun has entertained millions through television, live performances, and digital media with his sharp wit, expressive storytelling, and unforgettable character-driven comedy.
The Lee Sang Jun Show brings his signature style to the stage in an intimate stand-up format, combining observational humor, hilarious personal stories, audience interaction, and the everyday experiences that have made him a household name in Korea. Whether he’s talking about relationships, family, cultural differences, or the awkward moments everyone experiences, Lee Sang Jun’s comedy transcends language and culture through relatable storytelling and infectious energy.
Following a string of sold-out performances throughout Korea, Lee has expanded his stand-up career internationally, bringing Korean comedy to audiences across North America. His recent U.S. performances have been met with enthusiastic audiences, marking an exciting milestone in his 20-year entertainment career.
This special performance is presented entirely in Korean and is designed for Korean-speaking audiences, offering a rare opportunity to experience one of Korea’s premier comedians live in North America.
Join us for an evening filled with laughter, unforgettable stories, and the unique charm that has made Lee Sang Jun one of Korea’s favorite entertainers.
This performance is presented in Korean and runs approximately 70 minutes.

Jarana Beat | Sones de Fandango on the Patio
2026-08-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst, NY 11373, USA
This August, Jarana Beat returns to the patio with its unique blend of Mexican folk and Afro-Amerindian traditions, mixing infectious rhythms, powerful voices, and percussive dance for a spirited summer celebration.
7:00 pm. to 8:00 pm (First Set)
9:00 pm. to 10:00 pm (Second Set)
Admission: $20: Cover charge for “El Patio de los Presidentes”
Featuring:

Sinuhe Padilla / Musical Director, Voice & Leona

George Saenz / Trombone & Acordeón

Argelia Arreola / Zapateado & Vocals

Martin Rodriguez / Zapateado & Quijada

Iván Contreras / Jarana & Vocals

Lautaro Burgos / Percussion

Brenda Flores / Zapateado

Gabriela Grimaldi / Requinto, Violin & Vocals.

About Jarana Beat:
Jarana Beat is a New York–based, flexible-format world-music collective led by composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Sinuhé Padilla-Isunza. A double nominee at the 2020 Independent Music Awards and winner of the 2015 Mexican Music Award for Best Contemporary Folk Band, the group has been bringing the vibrant, often overlooked sounds of Mexico to international audiences since 2007.pennlivearts
Blending Mexican folk traditions with Afro-Indigenous and Afro-American influences, Jarana Beat creates an exuberant cross-cultural sound rooted in styles such as Son Jarocho, Son Guerrerense, and Son Huasteco. Its live performances combine traditional instruments, powerful vocal harmonies, and the percussive zapateado footwork of dancers, transforming the stage into a joyful, participatory celebration of music, movement, and community.
Jarana Beat has appeared at major cultural stages and recently performed at WNYC’s New Sounds and Lincoln Center’s Día de Muertos programming, continuing to connect Mexican musical heritage with audiences across New York and beyond

Sakai Concert Series 2026: SRS
2026-08-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Uke Hut, 36-01 36th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11106, USA
SRS send time show at UKehut Concert Series.
$20 Cover (Includes 1 Drink! )
No reservations needed—just walk in and enjoy the vibes.
Whether it’s a date night or a chill evening with friends, come experience of New Project SSR’s music.
J-pop, soulful Bossa, Okinawa songs and Japanese Rock etc… Please join us
See you at the UKeHut!

Rino Okinawa Sanshin and Vocal
Shiou :Keyboard and Percussion
SAKAI :Guitar& Ukulele &Vocal

Spirits from Both Sides: Arturo O’Farrill x Vincent Hsu
2026-08-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd, Flushing, NY 11354, USA
Join us for an incredible evening of jazz!
Spirits from Both Sides brings together two distinct lineages of Afro-Cuban Jazz into a single evening to create an Afro-Taiwanese Jazz Orchestra. Six-time Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and bandleader Arturo O’Farrill, a leading voice in Afro-Latin Jazz, is joined by longtime collaborator, bassist and composer Vincent Hsu, whose award-winning music fuses Jazz and Afro-Cuban sounds with his Taiwanese roots, for an evening of cultural exploration spanning continents and traditions. We’re pulling out the dance floor for this! Come and dance all night long!
Stay after the concert for a talk between O’Farrill and Hsu, moderated by former Executive Director of the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, Tracy Hyter-Suffern.

MONECO | Chicha Peruana
2026-08-15 21:00 - 22:00 | Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst, NY 11373, USA
MONECO energizes the New York Neo-Cumbia scene. Their blend of Chicha, Cumbia, and Rock makes every show a vibrant event with dynamic performances and infectious rhythms.
9:00 pm to 10:00 pm(First Set)
11:00 pm to 11:55 pm(Second Set)
Admission: $20 Cover Charge for Mezzanine
Featuring:

Eric Kurimski / Guitar

Domingo Lemus / Vocals

Yayo Serka / Drums

Dan Martinez / Bas

George Saenz / Keys

Joshua Camp / Accordion

About MONECO:
MONECO made their return to the New York Neo-Cumbia scene in recent years after a seven-year hiatus, bringing back their vibrant blend of Chicha, Cumbia, and Rock. Known for their aggressive sound and engaging stage presence, MONECO has since recaptured audiences with their eclectic repertoire, which spans Chicha classics, adapted Rock and Pop hits, and original compositions. Their infectious rhythms consistently transform every performance into a lively event.
The band’s diverse lineup contributes significantly to their unique sound. Eric Kurimski, dedicated to Peruvian music, showcases his blazing guitar skills while also performing with Eva Ayllón. Carlos Rienzo’s charismatic vocals add depth to their performances. Yayo Serka, an accomplished drummer and percussionist, brings his expertise as a composer and arranger, frequently touring with artists like Lila Downs and Claudia Acuña, and producing local acts such as Los Chamanes. Dan Martinez on bass completes the ensemble with his skillful playing.
Since their return, MONECO has reignited the passion of their fans and introduced their dynamic sound to new audiences. The band’s ability to blend various musical styles and cultural influences creates a unique and vibrant musical experience, making each show an unforgettable event.
About MONECO: MONECO is set to make a grand return in July 2024 after a seven-year hiatus, bringing their vibrant blend of Chicha, Cumbia, and Rock back to the New York Neo-Cumbia scene. Known for their aggressive sound and engaging stage presence, MONECO quickly captured audiences with their eclectic repertoire, which spans Chicha classics, adapted Rock and Pop hits, and original compositions. Their infectious rhythms consistently transform every performance into a lively event. The band’s diverse lineup contributes significantly to their unique sound. Eric Kurimski, dedicated to Peruvian music, showcases his blazing guitar skills while also performing with Eva Ayllón. Carlos Rienzo’s charismatic vocals add depth to their performances. Yayo Serka, an accomplished drummer and percussionist, brings his expertise as a composer and arranger, frequently touring with artists like Lila Downs and Claudia Acuña, and producing local acts such as Los Chamanes. Dan Martinez on bass completes the ensemble with his skillful playing. MONECO’s return promises to reignite the passion of their fans and introduce their dynamic sound to new audiences. The band’s ability to blend various musical styles and cultural influences creates a unique and vibrant musical experience, making each show an unforgettable event.

Kendall Farrell
2026-08-15 21:30 - 23:00 | Grove 34 Comedy Club, 31-83 34th St, Astoria, NY 11106, USA
Kendall is a hilarious gay man with exceptional hair. He has one of the best acts in the city right now and is ready to shoot his special in Sept! Don’t miss out on a chance to see it before everyone else.

Graphic Novel Bookclub: Cocoon by Kyo Machiko
2026-08-16 14:00 - 15:00 | The World’s Borough Bookshop, 34-06 73rd St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
Join us for our August graphic novel book club pick: Cocoon by Kyo Machiko!
Book is not required to join the discussion!
San and her best friend Mayu attend a boarding school for girls on Japan’s Southern Island, but their studies are interrupted when they and the other students are recruited to help the war effort as assistant nurses. Sent to the front lines, the girls must deal with more than just the threat of enemy bombs overhead. Stuck working in the horrifying caves of a field hospital, San wishes she could wrap herself and her friends in a cocoon of protection. But invisible threads of affection are no match for the carnage that surrounds them, and more students perish day by day. Worn down by starvation and loss, what will San and her remaining friends do when they are told to find their way home through the fields of war?

Whistle Kit & "Know Your Rights" Materials Distribution
2026-08-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Jackson Heights, Queens, NY, USA
Join us for our outreach efforts to build community and share KYR resources (including “red cards”) with our neighbors.
Working in teams, we share information on ways our neighbors can prepare now for ICE raids: what to do if ICE comes, what to do in case of detentions, and where to find additional resources. Foreign language fluency is helpful, but not necessary. (Generally, most people will simply take the offered materials as they walk past you — few will stop to converse, and even fewer will converse in depth.)
Please expect to be on your feet and outside, and to carry a tote bag weighing a few pounds.
This action is rooted in principles of cooperation, empathy, and collective action. Effective community care involves building networks of mutual support and empowering ourselves to meet our collective needs.

Acrylics Workshops: Painting The Neighborhood (Urban Flora & Buildings) / Talleres de Pintura Acrilica: Refinando El Arte con La Ciudad de Inspiracion
2026-08-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Art Retail Therapy, 84-26 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, New York, 11372, United States
Acrylic Plein Air: Urban Flora & Landscapes
Learn how to use the paint that everybody has in the back of their closet in a more refined way and build a new hobby and confidence to try masterpieces on your own.
Explore the city outside (and inside pending weather) the shop in this hands-on acrylic class focused on urban flora and landscapes. Mostly taught plein air, each session guides you through observation, composition, color mixing, and expressive brushwork so you can capture trees, street-side sightings, and our neighborhood’s brick buildings.
Take a single class to try plein air painting, or enroll in a series to build technique and skill over time. All skill levels welcome; instruction adapts to individual goals so everyone enjoys demos, group instruction and personal feedback — to create beautiful studies of your city observations.

B.I.M - Summer Sundays
2026-08-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Travers Park, 76-09 34th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
B.I.M brings Bangla Fusion 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.

Improv Night
2026-08-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Grove 34 Comedy Club, 31-83 34th St, Astoria, NY 11106, USA
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!

Max Pollak & Friends – The RumbaTap Jam Session
2026-08-16 19:00 - 22:30 | Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst, NY 11373, USA
Join Max Pollak’s Tap Jam, an interactive showcase where tap dancers and students are invited to join the rhythm. Bring your tap shoes and step into the jam session—your moment to shine with the masters is waiting in the second set. Dance, connect, celebrate!
Admission: $15 Cover charge for Jammers; $20 cover charge for mezzanine seating
Featuring:

Jennifer Vincent – bass

Dan Neville – vibraphone

Maria Clara Laet – tap dance, vocals

Cami Aldet – tap dance, vocals

Max Pollak – tap dance, vocals, direction

Get ready for an unforgettable Tap Jam with Max Pollak, a celebrated artist immortalized on a USPS Forever Stamp for his impact on tap dance. This event is more than a performance—it’s a rhythmic communion inviting tap enthusiasts to join forces with a globally recognized talent. Dance alongside Pollak, who has shared stages with tap and music legends worldwide. As the curtain rises for the second set, the floor opens up for dancers and students alike to contribute their beats to the melody. So, bring your tap shoes and spirit to partake in a jam session where your moves resonate alongside the masters. Every step is a note in our collective rhythm—be part of the symphony of taps!
Bring your tap shoes and be ready to join the dance. See you there, where every step counts!
About Max Pollak:
Max Pollak is a masterful artist who crafts dance with his body, music with his limbs, and song with his voice. His performances, known for their innovation, blend his Austrian heritage—evident in his yodel-infused German solo show “All In One”—with groundbreaking fusions of Afro-Cuban and American tap rhythms. The founder of the globally touring RumbaTap, Pollak has been celebrated for adding a traditional twist to contemporary Austrian folk music and for his dynamic collaborations in the off-Broadway hit “Carmen, to Havana and Back.”
A faculty member at Sarah Lawrence College and Drew University, Pollak has been praised for his original a cappella vocal arrangements and his unique integration of tap into symphonic and chamber music. His distinguished career includes initiating Cuba’s first tap festival, collaborations with Cuban rumba masters, jazz greats, and tours with prominent percussion and tap ensembles. Pollak also brings a touch of the avant-garde to classical music, performing with acclaimed orchestras in iconic venues from Vienna’s Konzerthaus to Havana’s Teatro Nacional.
Renowned on the international tap scene, Pollak holds honors such as the Flo-Bert and Hoofer Awards, a Bessie Award nomination, and fellowships for his choreographic excellence. His artistry is not just a performance but an experience, inviting audiences to witness the transformative power of the body as an original instrument.

Pencil's Up! Sketching Workshops (teens & up) / Talleres de Dibujo
2026-08-17 16:00 - 17:30 | Art Retail Therapy, 84-26 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, New York, 11372, United States
Sketching Foundations — 4-Week Workshop Series
A relaxed, welcoming sketching series for all levels. Drop in or attend all four sessions to build confidence and technique. You’ll gain knowledge on perspective, composition, value, gestures, and expressions. Demos, group instruction and individual feedback.
We will be learning architectural, still life, and figurative sketching. Focusing on observation and style over perfection. Great for beginners and intermediate students — and even if you just want to brush up in a group setting.
Materials provided! For Teens and any artist 13+
All attendees get 15% off of drawing supplies purchased on class days.

The Great Improv Experiment
2026-08-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Grove 34 Comedy Club, 31-83 34th St, Astoria, NY 11106, USA
Your headliners are the multi-dimensional talents of HELL YEAH! – A Musical Improv Group as they forge deep into unknown territories of genres both theatricomedic and musicool. With two additional supporting acts. Follow @improvnight and @grove34nyc for more show details!

Román Díaz & La Rumba de los Lunes
2026-08-17 20:00 - 23:00 | Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst, NY 11373, USA
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 / Percussion.

Román Diaz / Percussion; Spoken Word and folklorist.

About Roman Diaz:
Renowned as a master percussionist, scholar, and composer, Román Díaz is often revered as a living archive of Afro Cuban music. His illustrious career includes performances and recordings with eminent musicians such as Merceditas Valdés, Raíces Profundas, Los Marqueses de Atarés, Jane Bunett, Orlando “Puntilla” Ríos, Paquito D’Rivera, Oriente Lopez, Giovanni Hidalgo, David Virelles, Chucho Valdés, and Wynton Marsalis.
His mentorship under the legendary Pancho Quinto, founder of the pioneering rumba ensemble Yoruba Andabo, has seen Díaz contribute significantly to the evolution of the rumba sound that has defined Cuban music since the 1980s, and resonates with audiences globally. His expertise in Batá, combined with an unyielding rhythm on the congas, has been immortalized in numerous recordings across the world.
As an ardent educator, Díaz has traversed the globe, imparting his deep knowledge of Afro Cuban percussion through master classes. His profound understanding of the cultural roots and the narrative sensibility of his artistry make him a unique musical visionary, potentially guiding the future evolution of this musical form.

Monday Improv Jam
2026-08-17 21:00 - 22:30 | Grove 34 Comedy Club, 31-83 34th St, Astoria, NY 11106, USA
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.

Evening Oil Studies: Impressionism Workshops / Talleres de Pintura al Oleo: Tecnicas Impresionistas
2026-08-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Art Retail Therapy, 84-26 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, New York, 11372, United States
Join us Tuesday evenings for oil painting classes that cover the essentials and push beyond the basics, using the Impressionists as our guides; each session focuses on fundamental techniques—color mixing, underpainting, layering, and brushwork—while encouraging experimentation with light, transparency, and loose, expressive marks inspired by the greats, so students of all levels build solid skills, develop a personal approach, and practice studies in a supportive, student-centered space. Take one or all classes. All materials included.

Jackson Heights Indivisible Monthly In-Person Meeting
2026-08-18 18:45 - 20:00 | Jackson Heights, Queens, NY, USA
Jackson Heights Indivisible is a group of neighbors working together to take action on issues we’re passionate about at the local, state and national levels. We are committed to building collective power while fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and energizing space for all.
We support advocacy efforts across a range of issues, including:

immigration justice
election & policy education
standing up to the corrupt Trump regime
opposing the Metropolitan Park casino
LGBTQIA+ rights
climate justice

We believe that strong movements are rooted in community. That means creating space not just for action, but also for connection, joy, and mutual support. We aim to cultivate a progressive environment that respects diverse perspectives while staying grounded in shared values.
Our ongoing activities include:

community outreach
“Know Your Rights” (KYR) business canvassing
whistle kit assembly & distribution
book club
social events

And more!
This is our monthly in-person meeting. Location details will be shared after RSVP.
All are welcome! Come get involved and meet your neighbors!

Mario Wellmann Trio | "Ecos del Sur" | South American Jazz
2026-08-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst, NY 11373, USA
Join us for a night of South American jazz with the Mario Wellmann Trio, led by Chilean guitarist Mario Wellmann. With every note of his guitar, Mario carries the landscapes and memory of southern Chile into new sonic territory, uniting cultures and hearts through the universal language of jazz.
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM (First Set)
9:00 PM to 10:00 PM (Second Set)
Admission: $20: Cover at Mezzanine.
Featuring:

Mario Wellmann | Guitar

Guillermo López | Bass

Daniel Dufour | Drums

About Mario Wellmann Trio | “Ecos del Sur”:
Ecos del Sur (“Echoes of the South”) is a suite of five original compositions named after places in southern Chile, connected by solo guitar interludes. The music draws on extended harmony, open form, and a rhythmic sensibility rooted in South American traditions — lyrical and melodic at its core, but harmonically adventurous and alive in the moment. For the Terraza 7 show, the trio will perform the full album alongside standards and other originals, bringing together the intimacy of the guitar trio format with the depth of music that has been years in the making.
About Mario Wellmann:
Mario Wellmann is a Chilean jazz guitarist and composer based in New York City and Austin, Texas. A PhD Fellow in Music Theory at Columbia University and a graduate of the jazz program at the University of North Texas, he has performed across the Americas and Europe at venues including The Django and Jazz Forum Arts in New York, the Elkhart Jazz Festival, Sala Master at Radio Universidad de Chile, and Thelonious Lugar de Jazz in Santiago. He received two DownBeat Student Music Awards in 2022, among the most competitive honors in jazz education.
In 2026, Wellmann was awarded the Fondo de la Música, Chile’s equivalent of the National Endowment for the Arts, to record his debut album as a leader, Ecos del Sur, at Greyfade Studio in New York City with Grammy-winning engineer Joseph Branciforte, whose credits include Julian Lage, Kurt Rosenwinkel, and Ben Monder. The album takes its name from the landscapes of Chile’s central south: five compositions named after cities and towns in the region, connected by solo guitar interludes inspired by the roads that wind through its forests, music born from the memory of long car rides and the particular silence of that part of the world. This show at Terraza 7 is part of a pre-recording tour ahead of the August studio sessions, presented with the support of the Chilean Consulate General in New York and the Chilean Embassy in Washington, D.C..

Queens Chamber of Commerce New Member Orientation
2026-08-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Queens Chamber of Commerce, 75-20 Astoria Blvd S Suite 140, East Elmhurst, NY 11370, USA
The Queens Chamber of Commerce is committed to maximizing your Membership. If you’re a new member and have yet to participate in an orientation, please register to join us in person.
Over the course of orientation we’ll:

Get to Know You

You’ll have an opportunity to share a little about who you are, your organization, and what you hope to gain from being a member at Queens Chamber. Whether it’s increasing your professional network, looking for new ways to market your business and of course exploring opportunities for business growth. We’re here for all of it.

Discuss Contacts and Connections

One of the numerous resources available is the ability to meet new contacts and make connections to individuals to move our business forward. You’ll hear first-hand how to tap into this resource.

Explore Committee Participation

Queens Chamber currently has 13 active committees representing the most relevant business sectors in the borough. Each committee is comprised of co-chairs and a working group who meet regularly to create content designed to educate our Queens community. We’ll share how you can impact programming by becoming a knowledge expert representing the your industry.
Space is limited. Register now!
Members Only!

Crafternoon
2026-08-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights, 35-51 81st Street, Queens, NY 11372, Queens, NY, 11372, US
Join us every Wednesday for a teen crafting circle! Learn to crochet or embroider; create your own stationery or mood board; watercolor and create to your heart’s content! Open to all skill levels.

The Pedro Giraudo Quartet — Contemporary Tango
2026-08-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst, NY 11373, USA
The Pedro Giraudo Quartet opens the evening with contemporary tango led by Latin GRAMMY Award–winning bassist and composer Pedro Giraudo, blending Argentine tradition with modern energy, lyrical depth, and expressive improvisation.
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm (First Set)
9:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Second Set)
Admission: $20 Cover charge Mezzanine
Featuring:

Nicolás Danielson – violin

Rodrigo Ávalos – bandoneón

Martha Kato – piano

Pedro Giraudo – bass

About Pedro Giraudo:
Latin GRAMMY Award–winning bassist and composer Pedro Giraudo is one of the most compelling voices in contemporary tango. A native of Argentina and long based in New York, Giraudo has become an active cultural ambassador of tango, expanding its language while honoring its deep tradition.
After two decades performing with some of the most important interpreters of tango, he debuted his own Tango Orchestra at Lincoln Center’s Midsummer Night Swing in 2015, establishing himself as a leading figure in the global tango scene. His 2018 album Vigor Tanguero won the Latin GRAMMY Award for Best Tango Album. In 2014, he recorded bass on Rubén Blades’ Tangos, which won both a Grammy and a Latin Grammy.
Giraudo has collaborated with an extraordinary range of artists including Pablo Ziegler, Paquito D’Rivera, Branford Marsalis, Kenny Garrett, Regina Carter, Miguel Zenón, and William Cepeda, among many others. He has performed at major venues worldwide including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, the Blue Note (USA & Japan), Birdland, and London’s Queen Elizabeth Hall.
As a composer and arranger, Giraudo bridges Argentine tango, classical forms, and jazz improvisation with striking orchestral depth. He has conducted the WDR Big Band and the Cologne Contemporary Jazz Orchestra, and has been commissioned by major cultural institutions to create new works celebrating Argentine and Afro-Argentine heritage.
His work reflects both mastery of tradition and fearless contemporary exploration.
About Pedro Giraudo Quartet:
The Pedro Giraudo Quartet represents the evolution of tango in its most intimate and dynamic form. Drawing from the traditional orquesta típica, the transformative language of Astor Piazzolla’s tango nuevo, and contemporary compositional approaches, the quartet offers a sound that is both rooted and forward-looking.
Through lush harmonies, intricate counterpoint, and passionate improvisation, the ensemble reimagines tango as a living, breathing art form. Giraudo’s compositions and arrangements create a dialogue between Argentine tradition and modern jazz sensibilities, preserving the emotional depth and rhythmic intensity of tango while expanding its expressive possibilities.
The quartet’s performances balance refinement and fire, honoring the past while embracing the future of tango on the international stage.

ART Crochet Club! Beginner to Intermediate Friendly Workshop (7+)
2026-08-19 19:45 - 20:45 | Art Retail Therapy, 84-26 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, New York, 11372, United States
Learn the basics of crochet! Practice and graduate to making the pattern of your choice! You’ll leave knowing how to pick your crochet needle, what gauge is, & how to make chains. After you’ve gotten the hand of it, we’ll guide you in picking a project to work on. Every time you come in, continue working on your project in a guided instructed environment.
This is an intergenerational biweekly crochet lesson that adapts to wherever you are in your learning process. Whether you have never held a crochet needle before or want to get some help in getting the right knot for your project.

Easy Chair Yoga for Older Adults (English and Spanish)
2026-08-20 14:30 - 15:30 | Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights, 35-51 81st Street, Queens, NY 11372, Queens, NY, 11372, US
Yoga Fácil en Silla para Adultos Mayores (en inglés y español)
English: Chair yoga is a gentle way to achieve flexibility and relaxation as well as learn breathing techniques, practice meditation and improve health. Join our yoga instructor Paola M. Cardenas as we explore the benefits of this ancient method of exercise and relaxation.
Spanish: Yoga suave en silla para todos es una forma sencilla de conseguir flexibilidad y relajación, aprender técnicas de respiración, hacer meditación y mejorar la salud. Únete a nuestra instructora de yoga Paola M. Cárdenas mientras exploramos los beneficios de este método antiguo de ejercicio y relajación.

Book Fair
2026-08-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Cafe Catmandoo, 71-32 Roosevelt Ave, Woodside, NY 11377, USA
Join us on Thursday August 20th for a cozy evening of delicious food, new reads, and good vibes all around. Bring a friend or two!
Shop from a selection of new and used books by South Asian and BIPOC authors, and enjoy dine-in or takeout from Cafe Catmandoo’s curated menu of Himalayan-inspired dishes.
We’ll also be accepting donations of any books by BIPOC authors for our free library!
Special thanks to Cafe Catmandoo for hosting us again at their cozy cafe in Woodside! We’d love to see you and share more about our mission for a South-Asian inspired bookstore and third space in Queens.

One on One Email Help
2026-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights, 35-51 81st Street, Queens, NY 11372, Queens, NY, 11372, US
Need help with your email? Come to this 30-minute, One-on-One email help session where we will answer your email questions! Preregistration is required.
