Join Queens Memory for a two-part pop-up! To celebrate Historic Jackson Heights Weekend, we’ll be showcasing highlights from the Archives at QPL, including historic photos, maps, and other ephemera, and oral history excerpts. Bring a photo of your own to digitize or record a memory about the neighborhood with the Queens Memory team. As 48 […]
Join us for the Opening Celebration of HOP ON! — A show about NYC and the trains that move us. Explore authentic collectibles, watch model trains run through miniature cityscapes, and enjoy original art inspired by our vibrant community and globally iconic transit system. Family-friendly and free for all to attend and enjoy. And it […]
LA MANGA, a cultural lab, celebrates the Caribbean musical diaspora, blending Colombian, Puerto Rican, and Venezuelan influences. It honors black and indigenous traditions with Afro-Colombian drums and storytelling dances, led by a women artists collective. 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm (First Set) 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm (Second Set) Admission: $20: Cover charge for mezzanine. […]
NYC-based indie-folk duo The Violet Mine is made up of Meredith Minogue (singer-songwriter) and Jim Barry (songwriter/guitarist/multi-instrumentalist). Their sound is drawn from rock and roll, 70’s singer-songwriters, new wave, and dream pop. It’s a bit like The Pretenders, Neil Young, and Nick Drake having a drink while checking out a Marc Chagall exhibit. Originally named […]
Join us for our outreach efforts to build community and share KYR resources with local businesses and employees. Note: If you are not already involved with Jackson Heights Indivisible, we will ask you to join us at one of our biweekly meetings so we can get to know each other a bit before joining us […]
Welcome to our Watercolor Workshops, inspired by the best city: our city. These classes will guide you in bringing Nueva Yol’s cityscapes and train scenes to life. Ideal for all skill levels. Yes, even beginners or folks that want to ease their way back into art. For adults & teens. The series focuses on releasing […]
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!
Experience a monthly Tango Jazz Jam in Queens, New York, hosted by pianist Emilio Teubal and his house band. Musicians of all levels are invited to join, perform, and explore the meeting point between tango and jazz through improvisation and collaboration. And yes—don’t forget your bandoneón. 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm (First Set) 10:00 pm […]
Figure Drawing Session (live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+ Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the […]
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.
Looking for extra support with schoolwork? QPL Homework Help is here for students in grades 1–5! This drop-in-only program offers personalized assistance with homework and assignments, all provided by our dedicated staff and friendly volunteers. No enrollment required—just stop by and get the help you need to excel in your studies. Whether it’s math, reading, […]
Join us for Flushing Town Hall’s first-ever Culturethon! On Tuesday, June 16, from 10 AM to 8 PM, Flushing Town Hall is hosting an all-day virtual program highlights extravaganza—Culturethon!—to help FTH celebrate what a fabulous year it has been and to hit our end-of-year fundraising goals. The FTH team will host live as we stream highlights from […]
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 […]
Join us for Chess Club! Kids are invited to a fun and engaging chess instruction session where they will learn fundamental tactics and strategy for all three facets of the game: opening, middle, and end. This program is funded by New York City Council Member Shekar Krishnan.
One hour of uninterrupted writing, no prompts or unsolicited feedback. We will be meeting at PYO Chai. Find us with the Meetup sign, and sit anywhere. Let’s meet at 6:15ish and start intros and writing by 6:45/50
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 […]
Our Monthly Board Meeting for June OUTDOOR Full Board Meeting Agenda – June 18, 2026 AGENDA PUBLIC PARTICIPATION SESSION Speakers must register with the District Manager by calling (718) 458-2707 or emailing [email protected], no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 18, 2026 (Time Limit – 3 minutes). PUBLIC INFORMATION The following are scheduled to speak: […]
Join this free neighborhood board game meetup right here at the Q! Some of our lovely neighbors are organizing a fun evening of board gaming, where the games will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own games as well. The event is free, but please purchase a drink or food item to […]
Jill returns to Grove with an exciting new hour!
On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they were free. Juneteenth, as it’s now known, is celebrated annually to honor the end of legal enslavement in the United States and a tradition of gathering, remembering, and telling the truth and stories about how we arrived in […]
Grove Comedy returns with a curated lineup of big names, original performances and up and coming all stars.
Venezuelan violinist Eddy Marcano leads Baden Goyo, José Layo Puentes, and Yilmer Vivas through a vibrant dialogue between Venezuelan folk, Latin American tradition, jazz, and the elegance of the Onda Nueva movement. 7:30PM to 8:30PM ( First Set) 9:30PM to 10:30PM ( Second Set) Admission: $20 Cover charge Featuring: Eddy Marcano – Violin Baden Goyo – Piano […]
Come on by, enjoy a coffee, and listen to some tunes surrounded by great food, friendly service, and local art.
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 […]
Visit Jackson Heights’ artsy living room and shop from NYC artists and creators selling their original works, art prints, handcrafted goods, stationery, stickers, apparel, jewelry, and more all while having a fun time inside of A.R.T. Visit every vendor and you get 10% off your purchase with Art Retail Therapy.Music, refreshments, food vendors! Come through […]
Gil Lopez leads this workshop about milk cultures and how to use them to create tasty, healthy yogurt treats easily and inexpensively from scratch at home. You will be able to take home yogurt that can be used to start a first batch of your own! This program is made possible by Queens Public Library […]
NYC, DEAR SUMMER FESTIVAL IS BACK!!! BIGGER AND BETTER!!!! The Dear Summer Festival experience returns with excitement and Positive Vibes as always! Come out on Saturday, June 20, 2026 to the first stop of our tour and be a part of the most EPIC NEW YORK CITY event of the summer!!!!! Special Guest(s) will be […]
Sounds Funny Presents a lineup of New York City’s best comedians including performers from Comedy Central, Just for Laughs, Late Night, and more. Hosted by Ankara Martinez & Raul Maghiar. Follow @soundsfunny and @grove34nyc for lineup announcements.