Queens Shut It Down for Palestine Meeting
2026-03-16 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The World’s Borough Bookshop, 34-06 73rd St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
Join Queensshutitdown meeting as they reflect on 2 years of fighting for liberation & help shape the vision for 2026
@queensshutitdown is a Queens working group of the shut it down for Palestine coalition, a coalition of organizations, volunteers, and activist born out of the urgent need to respond to the escalating genocide of the Palestinian people by Israel following the events of October 7th.

Tuesday Evening 3.5-Mile Run - 7:00pm
2026-03-17 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Woodside Avenue & 54th Street, Queens, NY, 11377, US
Join us for a casual 3.5-mile loop between Woodside, Sunnyside, LIC, and Astoria! All paces are welcome as long as you can complete the distance.
We will wait up to 5 minutes to allow for late arrivals. Please be prompt!
We sometimes go to a bar, restaurant, or coffee shop after our runs, so you may want to bring cash or a card.
The route: https://footpathapp.com/routes/tuesday-night/7e834353-18a5-4fc0-82b0-b149845d68fc
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Runners attending WSR events assume full personal responsibility for any injury or illness that may occur during or after participation. WSR assumes no responsibility for the health and safety of any attendee.

Please see our full calendar of events
http://www.woodsidesunnysiderunners.com/events/calendar/
join our Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/wsrunners/
like us on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/WoodsideSunnysideRunners
check out our Strava group
https://www.strava.com/clubs/206158
follow us on Instagram
https://instagram.com/woodsidesunnysiderunners/
and find these links and more on Link Tree
https://linktr.ee/woodsidesunnysiderunners

WEDNESDAY Evening Run @ 7PM - 3ish miles
2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Astoria Park Track, Astoria Park S & 18th Street, Astoria, NY, US
JOIN FOR A 3.1 MILE RUN starting at Astoria Park, going north along the East River, then east on 20th Avenue to the halfway point at 31 Street / Ditmars Boulevard. We’ll regroup there and go back the way we came.
ROUTE MAP | https://www.strava.com/routes/16412930
EVERYONE IS WELCOME – NO RUNNER LEFT BEHIND!
Folks are encouraged to go their own speed and/or to modify the route to meet their goals and needs. Runners are welcome to peel off at any point for a shorter distance.
PACE | Typical paces for this run are 9:00 – 11:00 min/mile (on a treadmill that’s around 6.7 – 5.4 mph); and pace varies based on the runners present. Where possible, pace leaders will help folks of different speeds follow the route and stay with the group. A meeting point halfway throughout the route also allows runners of different paces to meet one another and follow the route.
TIME | WEDNESDAY at 7:00PM
LOCATION | The benches in front of the Astoria Park Track
IMPORTANT GUIDELINES

Please RSVP. If you cannot attend, please update your attendance for the event.
Dress according to the weather and stay hydrated. Restrooms and water fountain locations are marked on the route map.
While we aim to leave no runner behind, each of us is ultimately responsible for ourselves. Make sure you have access to the route map in case you get separated from the group.

Queens Fiber Crafters Monthly Meetup / grupo de Arte Textil Mensual - All ages / Todas Edades
2026-03-18 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | A.R.T. Shop, 84-26 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
This is a monthly in-person gathering of fibers crafters of all types. Come together with a project and knit, sew, embroider, quilt, crochet, and more in a cozy neighborhood art space. Crafters of all ages can join. This is a BYO project space and not a class. However, with the collective years of wisdom, there is also a skill to share and a tip to learn.
We gather one evening a month to work on individual projects in a parallel environment.
You can sign up on meetup, calling 718-406-9444, or visiting A.R.T. at 84-26 37th Ave.
Source: https://www.meetup.com/queens-fiber-crafters/

Morning tech and coffee
2026-03-19 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-03-26 08:30 - 09:30 (America/Halifax) | NYC Bagel And Coffee House, 29-10 Broadway, Astoria, NY, 11106, US
Hi neighbors! Let’s gather together, share ideas, and talk tech.
Since a lot of us are in permanent WFH mode, we thought it would be nice to have a reason to leave our apartments in the morning and interact with real live friendly faces in our neighborhood.
This is a host-free event with no specific agenda. Let’s meet up and chat in the morning:

What are you working on?
What tech are you learning?
What tech questions do you have?
Would you like some accountability to help you push ahead?
… and more!

Be sure to be respectful of our gathering place: purchase a coffee, tip your baristas, keep the place clean, etc.
Looking forward to seeing you!!

Know Your Queens
2026-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 169-65 137th Ave, 169-65 137th Avenue, Queens, NY 11434, Queens, NY, 11434, US
Celebrate Women’s History Month honoring 6 inspiring leaders from Southeast Queens. Lets Know Our Queens.

Know Your Queens:
Join us for “Know Your Queens: Celebrating Women Leaders of Southeast Queens,” a special Women’s History Month Leadership Mixer presented by Council Member Ty Hankerson on Wednesday, March 19, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
This inspiring evening will recognize six remarkable women from Southeast Queens who exemplify leadership, service, and dedication to uplifting their communities. The event is designed to celebrate their contributions while bringing together residents, professionals, and community leaders for an evening of connection, recognition, and empowerment.
The program will begin with a Mocktail Hour, featuring music, light refreshments, and opportunities for guests to network and engage with fellow attendees. Following the reception, the program will transition into a special honoree recognition segment, where each honoree will be introduced with a brief biography and invited to share a short reflection on leadership, service, and the significance of Women’s History Month.
The evening will conclude with a community networking session, encouraging attendees to meet and connect with new people while building relationships that strengthen collaboration and leadership across Southeast Queens.
This event is RSVP-based with limited capacity. We look forward to welcoming you for a meaningful celebration of the incredible women who continue to shape and strengthen our community.

Thursday Evening 6ish Mile Run - (Reverse) K Bridge
2026-03-19 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Skillman Avenue & 43rd Street, Queens, NY, 11104, US
This is the Reverse K-Bridge Thursday Night Run. 7:00 PM meetup at Lou Lodati Park.
We will wait up to 5 minutes to allow for late arrivals. Please be prompt!
We sometimes go to a bar, restaurant, or coffee shop after our runs, so you may want to bring cash or a card.
The route:
https://www.strava.com/routes/2728658676600921488
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Runners attending WSR events assume full personal responsibility for any injury or illness that may occur during or after participation. WSR assumes no responsibility for the health and safety of any attendee.
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Please see our full calendar of events
http://www.woodsidesunnysiderunners.com/events/calendar/
join our Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/wsrunners/
like us on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/WoodsideSunnysideRunners
check out our Strava group
https://www.strava.com/clubs/206158
follow us on Instagram
https://instagram.com/woodsidesunnysiderunners/
and find these links and more on Link Tree
https://linktr.ee/woodsidesunnysiderunners
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Tango y Rumba
2026-03-19 20:00 - 2026-03-20 00:00 (America/New_York) | Romeos, 74-27 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
Hace frío afuera… ven y caliéntate con una exquisita comida italiana
En Romeos Italian Restaurant la noche se enciende con tu show favorito de tango con FERNANDO PIREZ
Y después… ¡la rumba! con buena música para bailar
Olvídate de la nieve y vive una noche llena de sabor, pasión y fiesta.
Te esperamos para que el frío se quede afuera y el calor se viva adentro.

FRIDAY 7:30AM INTERVAL Run
2026-03-20 07:30 - 08:45, 2026-03-27 07:30 - 08:45 (America/Halifax) | Astoria Park Track, Astoria Park S & 18th Street, Astoria, NY, US
Join for a 45-minute interval run at the Astoria Park Track. We will be running 5 repeats at a fast pace of the 400 meter track (5×400), alternating with an easy pace.
This run is designed to build speed and will be structured as follows:

Warm Up: 2 laps
Fast Pace: 1 lap at selected fast pace
Easy Pace: 1 lap at selected comfortable pace
Repeat 2-3 for 5 total times.
Cool Down: 1 lap

Runners choose their own:

Fast Pace: a suggestion is your best 3mi | 5k race pace. The host will use 8:00 min/mi as their fast pace.
Easy Pace: jogging, brisk walking, or walking; a suggestion is a pace that allows you to carry on a conversation.

In total we will complete 13 laps | 3.25 mi
Each lap is 400 meters | 1/4 mi

As always–
All running speeds are welcome !! Leave no runner behind !
Runners are invited to adjust the paces and/or distances and/or timings as needed so that the run suits them.
**Meet at the benches in front of the Astoria Park Track.
[IMPORTANT] Please review the guidelines below:

We ask that all runners RSVP. If you RSVP and cannot attend, please update your attendance for the event.
Dress according to the weather and stay hydrated. Restrooms and water fountains are available near the track.

Dragana Mirković
2026-03-20 21:00 - 2026-03-21 02:00 (America/New_York) | Melrose Ballroom, 36-08 33rd St., Long Island City, NY 11106, Long Island City, NY, 11106, US
Live Concert

Doors Open 9pm
917-568-3496 or 646-261-3252
Parking Garage – Coat Check available
21 and Over

Balkan After Party @ Essence
2026-03-20 23:30 - 2026-03-21 04:00 (America/New_York) | Essence Restaurant, 36-21 Steinway Street, Queens, NY 11101, Queens, NY, 11101, US
Join the ultimate Balkan vibes after party at Essence following Dragana Mirkovic concert– where the night never stops dancing!

Balkan After Party @ Essence
Get ready for the Balkan After Party @ Essence!
Join js for the Official Dragana Mirkovic After Party at Essence!
This the new upscale, elegant venue that will combine luxury , fashion and amazing music in one. Come join us for an unforgettable night
⭐️VIP Sections
⭐️Premium Shisha
⭐️Balkan Hits played exclusively by DJ Marko who is Dragana Mirkovic Opening as well !!

Casual 3ish Mile Saturday Morning Run
2026-03-21 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-03-28 08:30 - 09:30 (America/Halifax) | Woodside Avenue & 54th Street, Queens, NY, 11377, US
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 after our runs, so you may want to bring some cash or a card.
The route:
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/45243994

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Runners attending WSR events assume full personal responsibility for any injury or illness that may occur during or after participation. WSR assumes no responsibility for the health and safety of any attendee.
***
Please see our full calendar of events
http://www.woodsidesunnysiderunners.com/events/calendar/
join our Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/wsrunners/
like us on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/WoodsideSunnysideRunners
check out our Strava group
https://www.strava.com/clubs/206158
follow us on Instagram
https://instagram.com/woodsidesunnysiderunners/
and find these links and more on Link Tree
https://linktr.ee/woodsidesunnysiderunners

Pathway To U.S. Citizenship: Becoming A U.S. Citizen And Building Your Civic Knowledge
2026-03-21 14:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights, 35-51 81st St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
Taking the citizenship exam may seem overwhelming, but QPL is here to help! In this free course, you’ll learn everything you need to know about American history, government, culture, and more.
Space is limited to 25 people on a first-come, first-served basis. The first day of class is registration day. We recommended that participants attend the entire ten-week class series.
(718) 899-2500
AUDIENCE
Adults

Pilates & Perreo: Spring Bloom Edition (Pilates Class + Reggaetón + Vendors
2026-03-21 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 32-00 Skillman Ave #2c, 32-00 Skillman Avenue #2c, Queens, NY 11101, Queens, NY, 11101, US
Pilates. Reggaetón. Soft girl spring reset. Bloom into your next era with us March 21

Spring is the season of becoming — and this is your reset.

Join us March 21, 2026 from 5–8PM for a high-energy, feel-good fitness experience designed to help you bloom into your strongest, most confident self.

You can expect:

✨ A guided Pilates flow focused on strength, core, and sculpt
✨ A reggaetón-inspired cool down bringing the perreo energy
✨ A matcha + refresher cart to sip and socialize
✨ Permanent jewelry vendor
✨ Candle & handmade soap vendor
✨ Photo booth moments to capture the glow
✨ Spring-themed goodie bags
✨ A room full of powerful, like-minded women

🌸 Please bring your own mat
🌷 Dress code: Wear pastel colors to celebrate spring

Whether you’re new to Pilates or already obsessed, this class is beginner-friendly, fun, and empowering.

Come solo or bring your girls — you’ll leave feeling confident, connected, and blooming differently this season.

Spots are limited. Reserve your spot and let’s bloom together 💐

SUNDAY Morning Run & Coffee - 8ish mi - Roosevelt Island Full Loop + Elevenses
2026-03-22 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Halifax) | Astoria Park Track, Astoria Park S & 18th Street, Astoria, NY, US
JOIN FOR AN 8ish MILE RUN starting at Astoria Park.
8ISH MILES & C0FFEE | >>MAP TBA<<
Down Vernon Boulevard, through Rainey Park along the East River, and around Roosevelt Island.
The run ends at Elevenses on 35 Avenue / 31 Street where folks are welcome to stay for coffee (and/or tea, juice, pastries!).
EVERYONE IS WELCOME – NO RUNNER LEFT BEHIND!
Folks are encouraged to go their own speed and/or to modify the route to meet their goals and needs.
PACE | Typical pace is 9:00 – 11:00 min/mile, and varies based on the runners present. Where possible, meeting points throughout the route and pace leaders will help folks of different speeds follow the route and stay with the group. Walking intervals are frequently employed at long runs.
TIME | SUNDAY at 8:00AM
LOCATION | The benches in front of the Astoria Park Track
IMPORTANT GUIDELINES

Please RSVP. If you cannot attend, please update your attendance for the event.
Dress according to the weather and stay hydrated. Restrooms and water fountain locations are marked on the route map.
While we aim to leave no runner behind, each of us is ultimately responsible for ourselves. Make sure you have access to the route map in case you get separated from the group.

Sunday Kids Flamenco
2026-03-22 12:15 - 13:15 (America/New_York) | 2nd Story Pilates + Yoga, 81-10 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
For ages 5-8 yrs. Ongoing class Every Other Sunday through May 31! Call or Text Aurora Reyes, 646-667-7621

Pipiris Nights – Venezuelan Joropo in New York
2026-03-22 19:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst, NY 11373, USA
Pipiris Nights celebrates the vibrant spirit of Venezuelan joropo, led by Mafer Bandola, whose artistry blends deep tradition with contemporary energy, turning music into a living dialogue of rhythm, memory, and migration.
Admission: $20: Cover at Mezzanine.
Featuring:
Mafer bandola / Bandola y voz
Yilmer Vivas / Cuatro venezolano
Willie Quintana / Capachos
Silvestre Padrón / Bass
About Mafer Bandola:
Venezuelan-born and Brooklyn-based Mafer Bandola (María Fernanda González, she/her) is a versatile instrumentalist, vocalist, composer, and community organizer.
She has performed at prestigious venues and festivals including Mass MoCA, WOMAD, WOMEX, TED, National Sawdust, NPR Tiny Desk, Lincoln Center, Teatro Juares and Teatro Teresa Carreño in Venezuela, Universidad de los Andes in Bogotá, and Paço do Frevo in Recife. As an educator, Mafer has led workshops and residencies at Dartmouth College, George Mason University, Carnegie Hall, the Afro Latin Jazz Alliance, Butler University, and Brooklyn College.
Widely recognized as one of the world’s foremost performers of the bandola llanera—a traditional four-string instrument from the Venezuelan plains—Mafer brings a fresh and original voice to a field long dominated by men. Her artistry blends deep oral traditions with contemporary influences, crafting a sound that bridges heritage and innovation.
Beyond performance, Mafer is deeply engaged in social and cultural work. She is a co-founder and performer with LADAMA, an international collective of female musicians, and the lead producer of Latínica, an online conference exploring Latinx identity and equity in the music industry. Through her creative practice, she reflects on and redefines the experience of being a Latinx woman in today’s global musical landscape.
Her latest project, Pipiris Nights, is New York City’s premier Venezuelan music and dance series. Hosted monthly at Terraza 7, Pipiris Nights celebrates the vibrant oral traditions and cultural richness of joropo, transporting the spirit of the Venezuelan plains to the heart of Brooklyn and beyond.

Free GED Classes
2026-03-23 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | 45-11 31st Ave, Astoria, NY 11103, USA
The Beacon Variety Boys and Girls Club offers free GED classes every Monday and Wednesday from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. If you are interested and need more information, please call (718) 777-9202 or email us at beacon10@varietyboysandgirlsclub.org

Tuesday Evening 3.5-Mile Run
2026-03-24 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Woodside Avenue & 54th Street, Queens, NY, 11377, US

Astoria Tech Meetup #52 @ Our House Queens
2026-03-25 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | Our House Queens, 23-71 31st St, Queens County, NY, 11105, US
Hola neighbors, hope you’re enjoying the sudden change in temperature! ☀️
Our next evening meetup will be on Wed, March 25th at 6:30pm.
As per usual, we’ll be hosting the meetup at Our House Queens, a co-working & event space here in Astoria.
We’ll be continuing our community demos this month. So if you want to share something you’ve been working on, or a cool tool you discovered recently, come on by! You can bring your own laptop or use one of ours.
It’ll be a night of learning and discussion, so come out and hang with the local tech & tech-adjacent community.
See you there. ✌️
AGENDA:

6:30 – 7:15pm: Open discussion
7:15 – 8:00pm: Community demos
8:00 – 8:30pm: Open discussion

Follow us on IG and join our Discord: https://astoria.app/links

Samuel Torres Sextet | Contemporary Latin Jazz | First Set
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst, NY 11373, USA
This sextet, led by percussionist and composer Samuel Torres, is a renowned ensemble known for blending Afro-Latin rhythms, Latin jazz, and contemporary classical music. Their explosive performances and collaborations have earned them a Latin Grammy. Don’t miss this dynamic musical experience!
Admission: $20 Cover charge for the Mezzanine.
9:00 pm – 10:00 pm(Second Set)
Featuring:
Gabriel Chakarji – Piano
Alex “Apolo” Ayala – Bass
Julian Miltenberger – Drums
Patrick Cornelius – Saxophone
Alejandro Berti – Trumpet
Samuel Torres – Congas, Musical Direction & Compositions
About Samuel Torres:
Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, and based in Brooklyn, NY, celebrated Latin Grammy Award-winning percussionist and composer Samuel Torres thrives at the intersection of Afro-Latin rhythms, Latin jazz, and contemporary classical music. “…intelligent, sophisticated, and explosive.” – JazzTimes Magazine.
Torres has performed, arranged, produced, and recorded with the “who’s who” of the jazz, Latin pop, and classical world, including luminaries such as Tito Puente, Paquito D’Rivera, Yo-Yo Ma, Chick Corea, Alejandro Sanz, Ricky Martin, Don Byron, Richard Bona, Arturo Sandoval, Lila Downs, Jeff “Tain” Watts, Angelique Kidjo, Marc Anthony, Rubén Blades, Fonseca, Andrés Cepeda, Thalía, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Bridget Kibbey, Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the Nashville Symphony, as well as his country’s own international superstar, Shakira. He has been featured as a composer and soloist with classical orchestras, including Berlin Symphoniker, City of London Sinfonia, Bogotá Philharmonic, Medellín Philharmonic, Delaware University Orchestra, Berklee Composition Orchestra, Gainesville Chamber Orchestra, and the Cali Philharmonic.
Torres won the Latin Grammy Award for Best Classical Record with his album ‘Regreso,’ a concerto for congas and symphony orchestra in 2019. He is a three-time recipient of the New Jazz Works Grant by Chamber Music America. Torres received 2nd place at the Thelonious Monk Jazz Hand Percussion Competition in 2000. In 2023, he earned his master’s degree in classical composition from the prestigious Manhattan School of Music, where he was honored with the Nicolas Flagello Award for his outstanding achievements as a composer.
Samuel Torres Official Website

Thursday Evening 6ish Mile Run - LIC Route
2026-03-26 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Skillman Avenue & 43rd Street, Queens, NY, 11104, US
Join us for a 6-mile loop to LIC through Hunters Point Park and Gantry, starting at 7:00 PM.
We will wait up to 5 minutes to allow for late arrivals. Please be prompt!
We sometimes go to a bar, restaurant, or coffee shop after our runs, so you may want to bring some cash or a card.
The route:
https://www.strava.com/routes/2736050747944265304
***
Runners attending WSR events assume full personal responsibility for any injury or illness that may occur during or after participation. WSR assumes no responsibility for the health and safety of any attendee.
***
Please see our full calendar of events
http://www.woodsidesunnysiderunners.com/events/calendar/
join our Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/wsrunners/
like us on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/WoodsideSunnysideRunners
check out our Strava group
https://www.strava.com/clubs/206158
follow us on Instagram
https://instagram.com/woodsidesunnysiderunners/
and find these links and more on Link Tree
https://linktr.ee/woodsidesunnysiderunners
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Manuel Valera Trio – Modern Cuban Jazz | First Set
2026-03-26 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst, NY 11373, USA
Experience modern jazz inspired by Cuban sounds with Manuel Valera Trio. Drawing from the legacy of iconic Cuban artists, the trio delivers an energetic and expressive performance where contemporary jazz language meets Afro-Cuban rhythmic sensibility.
8:00 pm to 9:00 pm(First Set)
9:30 pm to 10:30 pm(Second Set)
Admission:
$20 Cover Charge for Mezzanine Seating.
Featuring:
Hamish Smith – Bass
Jimmy Macbride – Drums
Manuel Valera – Piano, Arrangements & Compositions
About Manuel Valera Trio:
Manuel Valera & New Cuban Express is a project deeply influenced by the experiments of Cuban artists from the 70s and 80s. While inspired by artists Irakere, Emiliano Salvador and AfroCuba, this working band creates a unique and distinctive style that mixes elements of Jazz, R&B, fusion and funk with Cuban music styles.
About Manuel Valera:
Born and raised in Havana, Cuba, Manuel Valera, now based in New York City, is a Grammy-nominated artist, pianist, and composer. Since his arrival in NYC, Valera has earned significant recognition in the modern jazz arena. He’s lent his exceptional talents as both a pianist and composer to a slew of notable artists including Arturo Sandoval, Paquito D’Rivera, Brian Lynch, and many more.
Leading his band, “Manuel Valera and the New Cuban Express,” Valera’s work is profoundly influenced by Cuban artists of the 70s and 80s. His unique style seamlessly integrates elements of Jazz, R&B, fusion, and funk with Cuban music, drawing inspiration from iconic figures like Irakere and Emiliano Salvador.
With “Expectativas” (MAVO 2013) marking his seventh recording as a leader, Valera’s accolades include a Grammy nomination in 2013 for “New Cuban Express” (MAVO 2012) in the Best Latin Jazz Album category. His vast discography includes critically acclaimed albums such as “Forma Nueva” (MAVO 2004) and “Melancolia” (MAVO 2006).
Over his illustrious career, Valera has received numerous grants for composition, including from Chamber Music America’s New Jazz Works and the ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award. His performances span the globe, with shows in over 30 countries at some of the world’s premier venues and festivals.

Special THURSDAY Evening Run @7PM - 4ish miles + Focal Point Beer Co
2026-03-26 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Astoria Park Track, Astoria Park S & 18th Street, Astoria, NY, US
JOIN FOR A 4.1 MILE RUN through Astoria Park, south along the East River, down Vernon Blvd and through Rainey and Queensbridge Parks.
We’ll end at Focal Point Beer Co (formerly ICONYC) in LIC for beverages and conversation. Tacos and games are also on offer!
ROUTE MAP | https://www.strava.com/routes/3077304183427315318
EVERYONE IS WELCOME – NO RUNNER LEFT BEHIND!
Folks are encouraged to go their own speed and/or to modify the route to meet their goals and needs.Runners are welcome to peel off at any point for a shorter distance.
PACE | Typical paces for this run are 9:00 – 11:00 min/mile (on a treadmill that’s around 6.7 – 5.4 mph); and pace varies based on the runners present. Where possible, pace leaders will help folks of different speeds follow the route and stay with the group. A meeting point halfway throughout the route also allows runners of different paces to meet one another and follow the route.
TIME | THURSDAY at 7:00PM
LOCATION | The benches in front of the Astoria Park Track
IMPORTANT GUIDELINES

Please RSVP. If you cannot attend, please update your attendance for the event.
Dress according to the weather and stay hydrated. Restrooms and water fountain locations are marked on the route map.
While we aim to leave no runner behind, each of us is ultimately responsible for ourselves. Make sure you have access to the route map in case you get separated from the group.

Indoor Plant Swap
2026-03-28 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights, 35-51 81st St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA
Are you a plant lover looking to grow your indoor garden? Join us for a house plant swap! Bring your plant cuttings, seedlings, or whole plants and leave with new plants to take home. Pots and potting soil are also welcome. Make sure your plants are healthy and pest-free before taking cuttings. This event does not require registration.
(718) 899-2500
AUDIENCE
Adults, Seniors, Teens

El (Book) Club Del Mundo: Books In Translation Bookclub Strange Buildings
2026-03-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The World’s Borough Bookshop, 3406 73rd Street, Queens, NY 11372, Queens, NY, 11372, US
Join us in discussion of Strange Buildings the newest release by Uketsu!

11 strange buildings, each with its own twisted floor plan and eerie backstory and a terrible secret that connects them all!
Whether you enjoyed the book or not make sure you sign up and discuss the book with us!
