Queens Neighborhood Guide

Is Queens the New Brooklyn? That's a question people have bandied about recently as more families are discovering the wonders of the borough. Relatively inexpensive housing in wonderfully rich ethnic enclaves like family friendly Astoria and Jackson Heights. Families also love visiting the NY Hall of Science, the Queens Museum of Art and the Queens Farm Museum. But that's not all. Use the map, articles and other resources on this page to continue exploring Queens.

Latest news from the area

Light the Enchanted Tree at Queens Center, Elmhurst NY

Submitted by Mommy Poppins on November 20, 2009 - 5:23am.

When: from Nov 21 2009 - 4:00pm to Nov 21 2009 - 6:00pm

Where: Queens Center, 90-15 Queens Boulevard, Elmhurst

Shoppers are invited to enjoy an evening of pure delight as Queens Center officially brings in the holiday season.

Queens Center hosts its 6^th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, an event that has become a popular local tradition! The first 500 guests to arrive will receive a magic wand to help light the 50 ft. enchanted tree. There will be fun, games, and exciting prizes with a live DJ. Children will enjoy milk and cookies with the holidays' Most Essential Man, Santa.

Guests gather at 4 p.m. Countdown to tree lighting begins at 5:55 p.m.

Level 2, JCPenney Wing, opposite Guest Services

Free

City Ice Pavilion Grand Opening Weekend

Submitted by mommy on November 19, 2009 - 9:48pm.

When: from Nov 21 2009 - 1:00am to Nov 22 2009 - 1:59am

Where: 47-32 32nd Place, Long Island City, NY 11101

CITY ICE PAVILION : GRAND OPENING WEEKEND

WHEN: Saturday, November 21, 2009
12pm – 3:30pm – Grand Opening Party with free skating, rentals, music and special fall refreshments.
3:30pm- 3:45pm – Ice Theater of New York special performance
7:00pm – 9:30pm – Free skating & skate rentals

Sunday, November 22
12pm – 2pm – Free skating & skate rentals

WHERE: 47-32 32nd Place, Long Island City, NY 11101
Subway: Two blocks from the #7 train - 33rd Street at Queens Boulevard/Rawson
Drive; Just across the 59th Street Bridge

For more information, please visit:www.cityicepavilion.com.

Nov 16 2009

The Nutcracker Ballet: 10 Holiday Shows for New York City Kids

The Nutcracker ballet, as beautiful as it is, can be a bit much for little kids to take in. To get them to experience the magic and wonder of this timeless classic, or for a different twist for the kid who's seen the Nutcracker a bunch of times, opt to attend a less traditional version of the show—there’s a whole bunch happening in the city. They are usually shorter, less expensive and more fun, but still have that Nutcracker charm that will keep adults wide-eyed, too.

Innovative Juggling Performance and Workshop

Submitted by mommy on November 12, 2009 - 10:03pm.

When: from Nov 15 2009 - 2:00pm to Nov 15 2009 - 2:00pm

Where: Flushing Town Hall, 13735 Northern Blvd

On Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 2:00 p.m., Greg Kennedy, Innovative Juggler, will perform “Spherus". Greg has been called "A little bit wacky and a whole lot of wow!" by Philadelphia City Paper, and "A hero to the art form." by Juggler's World Magazine. He is a two-time international Juggling Champion and this production of “Spherus” at Flushing Town Hall includes Kennedy's biggest structural creations and the acrobatics of two dazzling aerialists who use trapezes, silks and spinning hoops. Ticket Prices: $12, $10 for Members & Students with I.D., $8 for Children, and $6 for Member Children.

After the performance, an Interactive Arts Workshop will take place with
Greg Kennedy at 3:15 p.m. Join Kennedy after the show as the innovative
juggler reveals the creative techniques and scientific principles behind his
amazing juggling sequences and hand-made structures. Ticket Prices: $4
Adults, $2 Children. Free for members with ticket to 2:00 p.m. show.

www.flushingtownhall.org

Nov 10 2009

Ice Skating Rinks in New York City

There are lots of places to go ice skating in New York if you don't mind waiting on long lines or skating shoulder to shoulder with rowdy teenagers. We've picked out the best indoor and outdoor ice skating rinks in New York City where you can avoid the lines and the crowds (at least some of the time). All of these places offer ice skating lessons and ice skating birthday parties and almost all of them even offer hockey. Check each website link for additional information.

Wildlife Weekend

Submitted by Katia on November 5, 2009 - 9:28pm.

When: from Nov 7 2009 - 11:00am to Nov 7 2009 - 4:00pm

Where: Queens Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Queens

EVENT LISTING

Join the fun on the farm with this pay-one-price event. Admission includes exhibits on birds of prey, frogs, and bugs, as well as animal shows, hayrides, pony rides (80 lbs. rider limit), and an animal feeding.

Cost: $8 per person

Contact Number: 718-347-3276

More info here.

School House Rock Live! Junior

Submitted by Katia on November 5, 2009 - 1:30pm.

When: from Nov 8 2009 - 2:00pm to Nov 8 2009 - 2:00pm

Where: New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th Street, Queens

EVENT LISTING

Schoolhouse Rock Live! Junior brings to life your favorite science and math songs from the hit TV show. Join them for "Interplanet Janet," "I'm Just a Bill", "Do the Circulation" and more. This show is performed by Kidz Theatre, the award winning nonprofit theater company for children. Show is free with general admission.

New York Hall of Science General Admission:

Adults (ages 18 & older): $11
Children (ages 2 – 17): $8
Students (with college ID): $8
Senior Citizens (age 62 & older): $8

More info here.

Halloween Remixed

Submitted by mommy on October 29, 2009 - 5:38pm.

When: from Oct 31 2009 - 1:00pm to Oct 31 2009 - 1:00pm

Where: Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Boulevard

Halloween - Remixed
Saturday, October 31, 2009, 2:00 PM
FREE
Before you trick or treat, stop by Flushing Town Hall in costume to celebrate the community traditions of Day of the Dead, Halloween, and All Saints Day with hands-on crafts and activities. Treats and giveaways included. Festive fun for the whole family!