Transportation Alternatives Queens Committee Meeting

6:30pm – 8pm

Queens Pride House
76-11 37th Avenue, Suite 206
Jackson Heights, Queens

All are welcome at the Transportation Alternatives Queens Committee (TAQC) meeting!

Transportation Alternatives Queens Committee advocates on behalf of cyclists, pedestrians, and mass transit users, in Queens.

More info here:
http://www.facebook.com/TAQVC

Queens Community Board 1 Meeting

7pm

Astoria World Manor
25-22 Astoria Blvd.
Astoria, Queens

Learn about what is happening within your local community board. Community Board 1 includes the following neighborhoods: Astoria, Old Astoria, Long Island City, Queensbridge, Ditmars, Ravenswood, Steinway, Garden Bay and Woodside.

For meeting agenda and additional information, call:
(718) 626-1021
Or visit: http://www.nyc.gov/html/qnscb1/html/home/home.shtml

GAHS Presents North Beach at Q.E.D

7 to 8:30pm

Q.E.D
27-16 23rd Avenue
Astoria, Queens

Greater Astoria Historical Society
Q.E.D. has teamed up with the Greater Astoria Historical Society (GAHS) to bring events to...well... greater Astoria!

Part of Greater Astoria Historical Society's monthly lecture series @ QED ASTORIA, this installment is all about North Beach.

As we enter the long-awaited sunshine & warm days, come relive the excitement of summers long ago at the pleasureland of North Beach. The summer resort, located where LaGuardia Airport is now, was a major vacation destination in Queens from 1886-1917. This slide presentation will take you through the history of the area as it developed and declined.

$10 or FREE for GAHS members with an RSVP by 12PM day of event. GAHS members email QEDAstoria@gmail.com to reserve a spot.

More info:
http://qedastoria.com/products/gahs-presents-north-beach

Your Turn To Green Greenpoint!

Join GCEF 2015's Next Grants Workshop & Networking Event

6:00 to 8:00pm

Dupont Street Senior Center
80 Dupont Street
Greenpoint, Brooklyn

GCEF GRANTS "101" & NETWORKING 


If you have a good idea for improving Greenpoint's environment, the Greenpoint Community Environmental Fund (GCEF) is offering you a great opportunity to turn your idea into reality.



Attend this Thursday's workshop to learn about GCEF grants and network with Greenpointers with similar interests!





For further information, visit www.gcefund.org
Or email gcefund@northbrooklyn.org

Paddle in the Cove

1 to 4pm

Hallets Cove Beach
31st Avenue and Vernon Blvd
Astoria, Queens

PADDLE IN THE COVE WITH ASTORIA BOATERS AND THE LONG ISLAND CITY COMMUNITY BOATHOUSE in collaboration with SOCRATES SCULPTURE PARK!

FREE kayaking in Hallets Cove (tide and weather permitting).
People of all ages are welcome to participate or volunteer.

Minors (under 18 yrs old) must have a parent or gaurdian present.

For schedule and more information, please visit www.licboathouse.org

Schedule is subject to change, in case of inclement weather or poor water quality, please consult the same website two hours prior or call: 718.228.9214.

Saturday & Sunday Yoga!

Socrates Sculpture Park
Broadway and Vernon Blvd
Ravenswood, Queens

SATURDAYS, MAY 9 – SEPT 26, 2015
9:30 – 10:30 AM & 11 AM – 12 PM
SUNDAYS, MAY 10 - SEPT 27, 2015
10-11 AM

Yoga classes are free and designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and, for yoga, bring a mat or a towel.

Kripalu Yoga is a system of Hatha Yoga that integrates body postures, breathing techniques, relaxation, and meditation. Taught by Monique Schubert and Yojaida Estrella, participants are encouraged to integrate their yoga practices with this very special waterfront environment of nature and art.

More info HERE.

LIC Flea Season 3

Saturdays & Sundays
10am to 6pm

Head over to Anable Basin for LIC Flea & Food!
Outdoor vendors, beer garden, music and more.

LIC F&F
5-25 46th Avenue
Corner of 5th Street and 46th Ave
Hunters Point, Queens

More info here.

Sunday Tai Chi

Socrates Sculpture Park
Broadway and Vernon Blvd
Ravenswood, Queens

SUNDAYS, MAY 10 – SEPT 27, 2015
11 AM – 12 PM

Led by certified instructors from the Taoist Tai Chi Society of the USA, these classes offer the opportunity to learn Taoist Tai Chi, improve one’s health, relax, and exercise in an outdoor setting among changing exhibitions of contemporary sculpture.

More info HERE.