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30 - THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2020

Dropping Donations
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The Dropout Goes All Out for Down Under

By Katie McFadden by mass bushfires in Australia,
she wanted to do more than
The Dropout is going all out to watch the terror unfold on the
help those Down Under. Rock- news. “I was feeling so bad for
away knows how it feels when these people and it reminded
disaster strikes, which is why the me of how we were all feeling
community is paying it forward really hopeless after Hurri-
to a place going through its own cane Sandy. Then I started to
disaster—Australia. remember the feeling of when
On Saturday, January 18, from people from everywhere were
helping me and my family and
most of the donations came
from people who don’t live in
Rockaway. It meant so much to
know that other people cared,”
Steinberg said. “I think every-
one can agree that we couldn’t
have rebuilt the way we did
without the help of so many
people and I feel that this com-
munity is willing to give back From gift baskets with gift Spa Rockaway, NurtureU Well-
and this is a great opportunity cards donated by Whit’s End ness, and other shops in Brook-
1 p.m. to 7 p.m., The Dropout to show what we can do to help and Bungalow Bar, a plethora of lyn, swag donated by FarRock
at Bay 9 in Riis Park is hosting other people.” gift cards and prizes donated by Shop and SUPERARE and much
the Rockaway Strong: Australia So she came up with an idea to Cuisine by Claudette, Thank You more, the prizes are endless for
Bushfire Relief Fundraiser, and host a fundraiser to help those in café, Last Stop, Curran’s, Board- the Chinese Auction that will
everyone is welcome to show Australia, and what started as a walk Pizza, Pico, Batesy’s, Har- help raise money. The Dropout
their support. small effort, has blossomed into bor Light, Thai Rock, Rockaway itself will be serving up brunch
When Julia Steinberg, own- a strong community effort that Beach Bakery, Zingara Vintage, early on and then conces-
er of The Dropout, saw the will make for a fun local event Nicole Frontera Beauty, Locals
death and destruction caused on Saturday. Surf School, Ocean Bliss Yoga, Continued on page 7

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BOYLEING POINTS
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pole. And the frigging thing ac- and it’s not like a quick ride to
tually worked. the concessions. Gotta expect
With back-and-forths and the unexpected.
more than a few wrong turns, The next day was a beauty and
the 63-mile trip clocked in at 76. we sailed into Savannah, Geor-
The hotel was just outside gia, completing a 51-mile day.
Beaufort, SC and everything I’ve learned Rick is a slow eater.
was closed. I didn’t think I’d eat Oh, it’ll be a whole column one
Papa John’s unless there was a day. And I’ve learned the butt
gun to my head, but I can say it pain is real and the importance
was one of the greatest meals of of padded underwear.
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Tampa, Florida but I can’t be There was no way he could
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of this 500-mile trip. One thing is the side of the road and told
for sure and that is, it'll be longer him I’d be back as soon as I got
than 500. GPS or Google Maps his battery charged, or at least
knows how to get you lost some- partially charged. At one point,
times. Plus you add miles when I called him to check on him
you forget stuff back at the hotel and actually woke him up. He
or go on missions of mercy. was exhausted from the ped-
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and both our bikes have bat- died.
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when your bike is packed and was enough juice in his battery
looks like an RV. But batteries and hustled back to where I’d
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The clergy and the elder not that much time to consid-
abuse ads were not subtle. er the possible impacts such
Advertisers sometimes seek ads might have. The Rockaway
shock value to provoke a re- Times is a community news-
sponse but sometimes it cuts paper, first and foremost, and
both ways: they reach their au- we promote the positive, the
dience but upset others in the good people here. We’ve had
process. It’s a balance between a great relationship with local
calling attention and going too parishes, and we value that
far. The clergy ads were not relationship. These ads are at
only graphic but, in effect, cast odds with what we do.
a cloud over local parishes. Thanks for your understand-

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are in a deadline business Publisher,
and sometimes there’s just The Rockaway Times
We’ve decided to turn down victims know they have rights
advertisements from a law and options. We take no issue
firm seeking to find victims of
clergy abuse for the purpose
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York State court deadline. To There was another set of ads
be clear, we fully acknowledge
the reality of the abuse and
the pain it caused countless
we’ve run recently regarding
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old people with marks on the
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THE DROPOUT
Continued from Page 3
I’m not surprised by the gener-
osity of the people here,” Stein-
berg said.
JOIN OUR TEAM!
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wouldn’t be complete without ble. She credits her best friend,
live music, and there will be Michelle Murray, for helping to ers
plenty of it on Saturday. Shan- coordinate the event, Chris Long
non Dinerman, the Beasy band, for helping to coordinate the
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in photos to Local Color. We John’s honor). We were alerted

have to say the photos we get by John’s brother, Tom, that af-
each week are better than ever. ter a delay, they will be adding
We hope some of you will in- John’s name to the Vietnam War
clude them in the annual photo Memorial in downtown Manhat-
contest. That’s right, if you send tan in March. Tom will be playing
photos to Local Color you can with the FDNY Pipe Band for this
also submit them in the upcom- occasion.
ing photo contest. So get out *****
there and shoot and send them The red tape baloney contin-
in to: Mail@Rockawaytimes. ues. The Office of Management
com and Budget (OMB) has the Refor-
***** ***** ***** mulation Study (the jetties and
Brion McManus alerted us to Rockaway is getting a real The Marcal Group, currently other beach protection plans)
an item in The Irish Post, which bookstore. After some successful transforming the beach blocks and are supposed to be reviewing
is quite a humdinger (a word we pop-up events, Jianna & Jason of Beach 116th Street with con- it before they send it back to the
don’t use often, but should!). Heuer are opening Avoid The dos and commercial spaces, Army for Civil Works Assistant
It seems there is a little-known Day Bookstore & Café at 9904A bought the Community House Secretary, who does the final sign
fact that President John F. Ken- Rockaway Beach Blvd. With all on Beach 102nd Street several off. Frustrating. And really poten-
nedy was a painter or watercol- the authors in Rockaway, with months back. They seem to be tially dangerous.
orist in his day. In 1960, while all the people who like a good wasting no time there as well. A *****
campaigning for president, he beach read, we hope this will be green construction fence is up, Plunges ahead: On Saturday,
did a painting and gifted it to a the hit it should be. and demolition will soon com- February 1, The Final Plunge, in
friend, so it has remained un- ***** mence. The principals say they honor of Annie McMahon will
known until now as it is going Kevin Boyle is on the road, at- will build market-rate housing take place on the bay in Breezy.
up for auction. What makes it a tempting to bike from South Car- and they “believe in Rockaway.” (See Page 17 for more details.
humdinger is that the painting olina to Clearwater, Florida. You ***** And the next day, February 2,
is of the Marine Park Bridge. He can follow the journey by going Rockaway native John P. the Rockaway Business Alliance
inscribes the painting with “Ma- to YouTube and searching for McGonigal Jr. was killed in the wants you to join in the Po-
rine Bridge from Sheepshead The Rockaway Times or you can Vietnam War in 1968. (Katie lar Plunge on Beach 67th. It’s a
Bay JFK ’60.” We’re not sure if the read Boyleing Points each week. McFadden did a story in May fun time and they hope to raise
painting is a masterpiece but it’s ***** 2018 about John and a ceremo- funds for the Arverne by the Bay
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This Week in History

JANUARY 16 people tuned in to watch the show Now
Terry Schmitt Boyle was born. than the inauguration of President serving
Gen Berretta was born.
Kelly Caiazzo was born.
Dwight D. Eisenhower.
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all on board. Meet the Beatles. Feb 1 Six Nations Rugby
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Bob Mulholland was born.
Janine Courtney was born.
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DOE Chief Richard

Carranza Hosts First Far
Rock Education Town Hall
By Kami-Leigh Agard

This past Monday, January

FREE 13, NYC Schools Chancellor
Richard Carranza hosted his
DELIVERY first Community Education
Council District 27 town hall
meeting in Rockaway. The
auditorium at Goldie Ma-

HAPPENING ple Academy in Arverne was

packed with parents, teachers,
school administrators and stu-
dents expectantly waiting for
the Department of Education
munities that have some sig-
nificant challenges, some they
can’t control. Who could’ve
controlled Hurricane Sandy?
However, with these challeng-

AT BUNGALOW chief to answer their questions

about his plans of action to im-
prove Rockaway children’s ed-
ucation. Carranza addressed
concerns about gifted and
talented programs, increas-
es there hasn’t always been
commensurate support from
the organization we call the
D.O.E.
“As of two weeks ago, over 1.1
million students attend NYC
Friday 1/17 6pm ing student performance on public schools. Eighty-three
standardized state tests, devel- percent of those students are
Mike & Miley opment of new schools on the Asian, Black and Latinos. And
peninsula, improving schools’ as we dive into these ques-
infrastructure, violence pre- tions, our community is always
Friday 1/24 6pm vention and gun control, swim
safety, and more. However,
about asking and answering
the tough questions.”
Taylor Searing surprisingly one hot button One tough question present-
issue was not discussed—the ed was: “What plan of action
proposed men’s homeless will be implemented to help
SUN 1/26 1pm-3pm shelter on Beach 101st, in an
area teeming with thousands
students in District 27 increase
performance on state exams.”
1800 Creative Workshop of students. Carranza responded, “We
The other surprising element give our schools a lot of lati-
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ditorium. No verbal questions testing, but we need to know
were invited. Instead, Carran- where our students are. NYS
Friday 1/31 6pm za and his team read out ques-
tions stated on the cards, to
decides what the standards
are, but what NYC gets to de-
Gerald Bair which he answered. Attendees cide is what the curriculum
were emphatically told that no is going to be to meet those
outbursts would be tolerated, standards. Instead of having 14
Trivia Thursdays 730pm
and if their questions were not
addressed that evening, they
different assessments to meas-
ure our students at their grade
would be answered via email. level, we’re going to narrow it

WE DELIVER! Carranza, flanked by D.O.E.’s

Executive Superintendent An-
dre Spencer and Elementary
to down to three, and the cur-
riculum schools use must be
culturally-relevant, pedagog-
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to place an order Ambert—both representing year, the state’s standards will
Queens South, and other edu- be changing, so we are work-
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off the meeting stating, “I tried
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Revered Teacher, Mrs. Todes,

Forever Remembered at Scholars’
By Ryan Schwach mer colleagues and friends,
as well as former students.
Former students, col- “We always had fun learning,
leagues and friends con- there was always something
vened at Scholars’ Academy more,” said former student
to dedicate a portion of the Jake Schwartz, who along with
library to AnnMarie Todes, a his twin brother, Drew, and his
revered former teacher who mother, helped raise money to
passed away in 2018. put the dedication together.
“Walking into Mrs. Todes' “No one outside my family has
classroom was a sanctuary. had as much of an impact on
Even at the tender age of my life,” Schwartz said.
10, I knew I was in a special Together, Jake and Drew
place. I fell in love with learn- Schwartz cut the ribbon on
ing. She made everything fun Wednesday, officially opening
and engaging, which made the AnnMarie Todes Readers’
children excited to come to Retreat to all current and fu-
school each day. She lit up ture Scholars’ students, for-
any room she entered,” Re- ever commemorating the life
becca Circo, a former student and teachings of a beloved
of Mrs. Todes, who later be- details of the readers’ retreat “If you lived in Rockaway in teacher who had a lasting im-
came her colleague at Schol- were given Todes’ blessing the 70s, 80s, 90s, having Mrs. pact.
ars’, said at the dedication of before she died of cancer in Todes was a rite of passage,” As a journalist, it tends to be
the AnnMarie Todes Readers’ November, 2018. Barget, who said Circo, who had Mrs.
Todes in fourth grade at P.S.
114. Circo now teaches in the
same room where Mrs. Todes
spent much of her Scholars’
tenure. “Getting a chance to
work with Mrs. Todes as a
colleague was a dream come
true for me. When I decid-
ed to become an educator,
it was her words, her lessons
and her dedication that in-
spired me,” she said.
Mrs. Todes was one of the
first teachers to make the frowned upon to include your-
move to Scholars’ Academy, self in the narrative of the sto-
joining former P.S. 114 prin- ry, but for every student that
cipal Brian O’Connell on the went through Scholars’ Acad-
new venture, “She was a one- emy, and passed through Mrs.
of-a-kind teacher,” O’Connell Todes’ door, myself included,
said. “It wasn’t a job for her, it were met with a kindness and
was a passion.” love for learning that is rarely
Retreat section of the library taught with Todes for four The dedication ceremony felt in a classroom. Her en-
early Wednesday morning, years at Scholars’ and became opened with a rendition of couragement to me, and many
January 15. a close friend, was one of the Natalie Merchant’s “Kind and others as writers and readers
The readers’ retreat is in- few non-family members who Generous” by music teacher helped pave the way for the
tended to be a haven for stu- were with Todes in her final Alexander Leicht and Eng- rest of our time at Scholars’
dents to enjoy reading and days. “She said she had a very lish teacher Leslie Kohn, who Academy and beyond.
learning, specifically with good life, and she didn’t want said the song’s lyrics perfect- In the front of Mrs. Todes’
some of the books Mrs. Todes anyone to forget about her,” ly sums up, "the gift [Todes] classroom, in large white let-
loved the most—the works of Barget said. was for all of us.” The high tering, is a quote that still ex-
William Shakespeare, who she Mrs. Todes spent nearly 50 school chorus also performed ists in that room today, by San
taught to her class every year years in the New York pub- “Home” by Philip Phillips, Antonio Spurs star, Tim Dun-
through readings and having lic education system, with which Mrs. Todes taught to the can, which became a mantra
students perform some of The a large portion of that time chorus while Scholars’ middle for Mrs. Todes that she shared
Bard’s greatest scenes. “This in Rockaway at both P.S. 114 school was displaced due to with her students and emulat-
is what she wanted,” said an and Scholars’ Academy. She Hurricane Sandy. ed daily:
emotional Kim Barget, a col- taught so long in Rockaway, The library section and its “Good, better, best, never let
league and close friend of Mrs. that children of former stu- dedication were a group effort rest until your good is better,
Todes, who added that all the dents also became students. from many of Mrs. Todes’ for- and your better is best.”
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DOE CHIEF respond to make sure our kids
Continued from Page 10 are safe. We added over 100
In regards to establishing crisis counselors and social
more gifted and talented pro- workers to deploy when an
grams on the peninsula, Car- incident happens. We looked
ranza, who last year received a at the data to see where there
lot of backlash about his desire is the highest need, including
to “reform” and even elim- schools in Rockaway, and the
inate these programs, as he data shows that incidences are
deems they are too exacting down.”
and exclude the majority of The conversation shifted to
Latino and African American a very Rockaway-centric is-
students, at the town hall, the sue—the large housing/retail
D.O.E. chief was remarkably development currently under-
moderate. Though he empha- way in Far Rockaway and how
sized that the department is the D.O.E. plans to coordinate
not planning to eliminate the school needs with the Depart-
programs, Carranza said the ment of City Planning to serve
department is “in the process the growing population.
of exploring other options.” After giving Councilman Do-
Upon saying, “Gifted and novan Richards a pat on the
talented in NYC is a myth. back for spearheading Down-
Gifted and talented is just town Far Rock’s rezoning and
segregation,” he received a re- development, Carranza said,
sounding round of applause “Councilmember Richards
across the auditorium. He has been an incredible partner
$169 million in scholarships. continued, “People get real- with us to assess what devel-
ly upset when I tell them the opments are inline and what
truth, but I’ve got 1.1 million school seats need to look like.
kids and those are my constit- When you look at overcrowding
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is number one on the list of Another Rockaway-centric
where we are going to put question was about introduc-
these specialized programs ing swim safety in the schools:
that currently do not exist.” “Too many of our students are
One attendee posed a ques- drowning. How can the D.O.E.
tion about what the D.O.E. is fix our pools at Beach Channel
doing to improve school safe- and Far Rockaway H.S. cam-
ty and enforce gun control. puses to implement swim safe-
Carranza said, “Student safe- ty and rip current education to
ty is paramount. What we are save lives.”
excited about is that we have Carranza stated, “Yes, this
a very good working relation- is much needed as Rockaway
ship with the NYPD. When we is right on the water. We are
think about what is happen- going to assess which schools
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Rockaway, Meet the Queens

By Katie McFadden credit in Rockaway for giv-
ing me a sign that it would
Rockaway, the queens have be okay—was Miss Colom-
arrived. Over the past few bia,” Ginger Ladd said. “I had
months, drag queens have met her a couple times and
started to become a highlight though we didn’t have a close
of local nightlife, from ringing relationship, I would see her
in the New Year with fabulous living her truth and after she
song and dance performances, passed away and seeing the
to putting a blazing new twist subsequent reaction to her
on bingo and even promoting loss by Rockaway, I realized
local businesses, Rockaway’s there was a lot more love than
Queens have made it known I thought out here. I thought
that they’re here, and with maybe it was time.”
one duo, the Rockaway Babes, Soon the perfect oppor-
kicking off a new residency at tunity presented itself with
Whit’s End, they’ve made it an event that celebrates
clear that they’re here to stay. everything a drag queen rep-
When the man behind the resents—creativity, art, per-
voluptuous, sassy, yet sweet formance and diversity. Gin-
queen, Ginger Ladd, moved ger Ladd decided to make her
to Rockaway about six years, debut at last year’s Poseidon’s
he had dabbled with drag in Parade.
his past, and it wasn’t until he “What better time than a
found local inspiration that he parade that was celebrating
thought maybe he, and Rock- diversity and love like Posei-
away, were ready to let Ginger don’s Parade to come out,”
Ladd free. she said. When Ginger Ladd Ladd said. trouble finding them in stock.
“The person that I have to gained the support of her new Her husband, Mister Ladd, Having a cookie made to her
neighbors in noticed it too. “I was blown likeness was a clear sign that
Arverne By The away by Poseidon’s Parade. Rockaway had embraced Gin-
Sea, who had People were lining up, you ger Ladd. “I kept getting these
coordinated as a had parents bringing their kids signs—the cookie, being invit-
sea of jellyfish to over, older women wanting ed to host events—it was clear
surround Ginger to see her, biker guys in their that they wanted drag here. The
Ladd with color- 40s wanting pictures—it was Rockaways have surpassed any
ful choreogra- across the board. Everyone was of my expectations for the joy
phy, the decision laughing and smiling, and it they’ve received and returned,”
was made even was like walking around with Ginger Ladd said.
easier. Mickey Mouse. There was this It wasn’t long before Ginger
And it was universal response of joy and Ladd realized that she was in
the response it’s been like that every time,” good company and that she
to the voluptu- Mister Ladd said. wasn’t the only queen in town.
ous woman in Not only did Ginger Ladd “I met Dreama Belle at the
a sparkly green and her group of jellies earn Rockaway Brewing Company
dress and a pink an award for best block at the and I felt this instant connec-
wig during the parade, but Ginger Ladd was tion to her. She was frank and
parade, that gave given the gift of knowing that open and honest, and I was
her the reassur- she could be her true self in her really attracted to that beau-
ance that Rocka- hometown. tiful spirit,” Ginger Ladd said,
way was not only Ginger Ladd slowly started immediately becoming in-
ready for drag, making more appearances, spired by this other queen who
but supportive. from participating in Blaze It although new to Rockaway,
“I felt like I Bingo at the Rockaway Brewing had been doing drag profes-
was flying. It Company to even promoting sionally for about six years. On
was incredibly local businesses like Vino by Halloween, both Ginger Ladd
wonderful af- the Sea. Ginger Ladd’s pres- and Dreama Belle performed
ter all this time ence was also starting to get among other drag queens at
thinking about noticed. By November, Cui- a special event at the Brewery
it, to finally feel sine by Claudette had created and realized it could be the
this rush of per- a cookie inspired by the drag start of something big to come.
formance and queen herself and added it Together, they went on to
the love from to the regular menu. Accord- make more appearances, from
the people that ing to Mister Ladd, it sells out
enjoy it,” Ginger so frequently that even he has Continued on page 37
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BUGALOU
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Sen. Sanders To Celebrate

MLK’s Legacy
Monday, January 20 is the 25th third Monday in January as “a
Anniversary of the MLK Day of day on, not a day off,” MLK Day
Service, which empowers indi- is the only federal holiday desig-
viduals, strengthens communi- nated as a national day of service
ties, creates solutions to social to encourage all Americans to
problems, and moves commu- volunteer to improve their com-
nities closer to Dr. Martin Luther munities.
King Jr.’s vision of a harmonious “The example set by Dr. King is
society. In honor of this day, Sen- one that all New Yorkers, young
ator James Sanders Jr.’s office is and old, should emulate,” Sand-
hosting Blueprint For Success, a er said. “His values and goals
STEM/Tech event, where attend- still ring true today and can be
ees will engage in banking and realized through recommitting
green workshops, hear panel dis- ourselves to justice and equality,
cussions geared towards exposure community service and helping
to future opportunities in aviation those who need our assistance
and learn about the impact of and deserve our respect. As Dr.
STEM Education on emerging job King famously said, "Life's most
fields. As an added treat, there will persistent and urgent question is:
be lunch, music, dance and fun What are you doing for others?"
for the entire family. Sanders’ M.L.K. Day Blueprint
“The goal of this tech event is For Success is Monday, Janu-
to promote economic growth, ary 20, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 10-45 Jane E. Donnelly www.edwardjones.com
job creation, and provide ca- Nameoke Street in Far Rockaway. Financial Advisor Member SIPC

reer transitions that benefit all of Interested attendees must RSVP

southeast Queens,” Sanders’ of- by calling 718-523-3069, or regis- 115-10 Beach Channel Drive
fice said. ter on Eventbrite.com by search- Rockaway Park, NY 11694
Observed each year on the ing: “Blueprints For Success.” 718-318-1346

Our office is in Brooklyn,

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Lic. RE Salesperson Lic. RE Salesperson

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Sean Fitzgerald Lic. Broker/Principal Mary Beth Meade

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PRICE REDUCED CONDO BEACH BLOCK

NEW EXCLUSIVE BEACH BLOCK Oceanview, Newly renovated, Spacious open
EXCLUSIVE
BELLE HARBOR ONE FAMILY BEST BEACH
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SAVE THE DATE NEPONSIT
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FROM 13PM BEACH HOME
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B R O O K LY N M E M B E R
8 Year Member Lic. Broker-Owner: Lisa Jackson
Lic. Associate Brokers: Barbara Ferguson • Nia Casilla
Lic. RE Agents: Ariana David • Colleen Brady • Tanya Bass • Joseph Magiera • Zachary Plattner
417 Beach 129th St • (718) 634-3134 • Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
The Rockaprop Team

AVAILABLE PROPERTIES FOR SALE

SAVE THE DATE - JANUARY, 26th 2020

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Renovated 2 family home. Duplex offers a Legal 2, duplex, 3BR, 2.5 baths, HW floors, SS
spacious European design with 3BR's including appliances, granite counters and a master suite.
a huge master suite, 2.5 baths, large backyard Lovely 2 bedroom 1 bath rental with a huge
and private parking. Rental is a 2BR apartment private rooftop deck. Cute paved yard, attached
with den and large private terrace. $899,000 garage, central air and parking. $699,000
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OCEANFRONT WITH 2 BALCONIES! CONTEMPORARY CONDO
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kitchen island, dining and living room all wood ceilings, recessed lighting and industrial
with great water views! The master BR has an modern light fixtures. Quartz counters, yard,
en suite and double closets. Comes with a custom planters, garage, private parking and
private parking spot. $559,000 low common charges! $519,000
DIRECT OCEANFRONT UPPER BELLE HARBOR
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laundry on site. Present all offers! $325,000 enormous patio. Indoor parking! $325,000

ROCKAWAY PARK ROCKAWAY PARK

BEACH FRONT APARTMENT BEACH BLOCK OPPORTUNITY!
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oceanfront land available. $2,500,000 2 car garage. $1,875,000

UPPER BELLE HARBOR ROCKAWAY PARK

LEGAL TWO FAMILY - 40' x 100' BEACH BLOCK TWO FAMILY
All brick two family. Owners unit is a 3 BR, 2 Completely renovated legal two family!
bath with garage, paved front patio, backyard Modern & spacious 3 BR, 2 bath plus there is a
and private parking. Rental is a 2 BR, 1 bath. beautiful finished basement. Upper apartment
Can easily be used as a mother/daughter or a has 2 BR and one bath. Private parking!
single family home. $1,249,999 Present All Offers! $848,000
ARVERNE - MONEY MAKER ROCKAWAY BEACH
YOU CAN'T LOSE ON THIS ONE! OCEANFRONT STUNNER
Renovated and Beautiful semi attached two This upgraded 2BR, 2BA oceanfront condo
family with new appliances and a long private boasts breathtaking panoramic ocean views.
driveway. Both apartments have a 3 BR, 1 High end finishings, balcony and deeded
bath over 3 BR 1 bath. Great investment, parking. Won't last! $599,000
call us today! $670,000
OCEANFRONT BEAUTY! BROAD CHANNEL
ROCKAWAY PARK - MOVE RIGHT IN FULLY RENOVATED AND GORGEOUS!
Immaculate 2BR oceanfront apartment You don't want to miss this one! Beautifully
located on the top floor, with massive done, shaker cabinetry, SS appliances. Spacious
upgrades including Hunter Douglas Plantation 2 BR, 2 baths. New roof, new mechanicals, new
shutters, quartz counters HW floors, plus direct plumbing & electric, new windows and doors.
oceanfront terrace. $540,000 Huge yard and large terrace. $499,999
. . . . . Rentals . . . . . . . . . . Rentals . . . . .
122nd: 1 BR, HW floors, high ceilings, private entrance with gas included. (LJ) . . . . $1,500 92nd: Renovated 2BR, 1.5BA duplex condo with HW floors, basement and parking (NC) . . .$2,350

109th: Large renovated 2BR, 1BA legal bsmt. apt w/ pvt. back entrance & shared yard (NC) . . . $1,850 137th: Spacious 2BR, 1BA apt with HW floors, SS appliances and balcony (BF) . . . . . $2,400

116th: Renovated 3rd floor 3BR, 1BA apt with updated kitchen and terrace (ZP) . . . $1,900 44th: Single family 3BR, 1BA home totally renovated with modern finishes (NC) . . . $2,450

110th: Beach block 2nd floor 2BR, 1BA apt with Eat in Kitchen (CB) . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,900 124th: 1,600sq ft of medical or office space for rent, with waiting room/reception area (CB) . . $2,500

97th: 2BR, 1BA apt with washer/dryer hookup and full basement for storage (ZP) . . $2,000 98th: Oceanfront 3BR, 2BA apt with huge covered deck and parking (BF) . . . . . . . . $2,700

139th: 1BR, 1BA walk in apt with outdoor space and private entrance (NC) . . . . . . . $2,000 Upper East Side: Fully furnished 1BR, 1BA apt with fantastic 30th floor views (BF) . . $2,975

97th: Newly renovated 3BR, 1BA apartment in Rockaway Beach (ZP) . . . . . . . . . . . $2,150 137th: 3BR, 2BA home for rent with HW floors, available Sept-May (AD) . . . . . . . . . $3,300

ABTS: Updated 2BR, 1BA apt with private terrace and stackable W&D (CB) . . . . . . . $2,200 140th: Renovated 3BR, 2BA in 2 family home with shared yard and parking (AD) . . . $3,900

87th: Beautifully renovated 3BR, 1BA apt with SS appliances (ZP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,200 141st: 3BR, 3BA fully furnished house rental with HW floors, large terrace and parking (LJ) . . . $4,000

100th: Spacious 3BR, 2BA apt with HW floors, shared backyard and parking (BF) . . . $2,300 112th: Professional, medical or retail space available, 2,200 sq ft with 2 baths (LJ) . . $5,500

92nd: Gorgeous 3BR, 1BA apt with HW floors, back deck, yard and shared laundry (ZP) . . . .$2,300 139th: Gorgeous fully furnished 1BR, 1BA summer rental with SS appliances, W&D (NC) . .$16,000
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Facts You Probably

Open House Don’t Need
Saturday, January 18th 12-2pm & Sunday, January 19th 2-4pm
Arverne at Beach 68th Street George Lucas had his first
and only cameo in Star
Inheritance Act, the first
six people in line to the
Welcome to Your "2020" New Year Deal. Great Investment,
Great Home. Huge Detached Brick 2 Family Beauty. Owner will Enjoy 4 Wars in “Episode III: Re- throne aged up to 25 years
Bedrooms on Top Floor.
3 Bedrooms on Main Floor. Full Finished Basement, Private Entrance, venge of the Sith” as Baron must obtain a marriage li-
Ceramic Tile, New Sheetrock Thru Out. This Home is Completely Redone. Papanoida, the Chairman cense from Her Majesty. If
All Units Have New Kitchens, Baths, Flooring, Windows. of the Pantoran Assembly.
Enjoy Private Drive for 3-4 Cars. Detached 2 Car Garage. Sitting on 40x100. she opposes, there will not
Barbara Horan be a wedding.
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Rockaway. B.121st Co-op His size was a result of an
abnormally enlarged pitu-
the time of Elizabeth’s cor-
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Why Pay Rent? the case if Prince William
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Hardwood Flooring, Full Bath. becomes King—his wife
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Steps from Boardwalk and Beach.
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when traveling abroad. Queen-Consort.
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The Belisario Team at Compass
718.795.6263 Located steps from local restaurants, bars, public
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32-06 Bayswater Ct. Bayswater, Far
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association with excess caloric not add sugar to beverages and

Ask the intake and poor nutritional qual-

ity. Evaluations of lifestyle inter-
ventions to decrease obesity are
among the top priorities in public
limited consumption of white
bread and refined cereals, while
they increased their consumption
of whole grains. The study group

DOC By Peter Galvin, MD

health. Good adherence to the
Mediterranean diet has been as-
sociated with reduced all-cause
mortality, nonfatal cardiovas-
also had more dietary counseling
sessions and physical activity.
Both groups were provided with
one liter per month of extra-vir-
cular disease, Type 2 diabetes gin olive oil, 125 grams per month
and its long-term complications, of almonds, and 500 grams per
Ah, The Mediterranean and overweight/obesity. Studies
have also shown reduced rates
month of mixed nuts.
Not surprisingly, the study
If you are a reader of this col- grains), fresh fruits, vegetables of metabolic syndrome, which group had much better adherence
umn, then you know that I have (including green leafy ones), is a combination of diabetes, el- to the diet than the control group,
written previously about the fish, dairy (mostly cheese and evated cholesterol, and hyper- plus better diet quality, energy
healthy effects of the Mediter- yogurt), and red wine. There tension. Not long ago, the results intake, and lower cardiovascular
ranean diet. This diet, initially are very little non-fish meats, of a clinical study done in Spain, disease risk. The study group also
thought to be a fad diet when processed meats (hot dogs, called the PREDIMED-Plus trial, lost more weight and had a more
first introduced in the 1970s, sausage, bologna), eggs, and were published. This study took reduced waist size than the con-
is a healthy way to live and eat, sweets in the diet. There is a the Mediterranean diet a step fur- trol group. While these are just the
especially when combined with paradox regarding those who ther. They looked at the effects of preliminary results, it is anticipat-
moderate exercise and weight live in the Mediterranean basin, an energy-reduced Mediterrane- ed that the study group will have
control. The main staple of the akin to the French paradox. The an diet vs. a standard Mediterra- even more reductions in diabetes
diet is olive oil, although most paradox is that even though their nean diet. The control group ate and heart disease, as well as mor-
people who live in the Medi- diet is high in fat (and wine for the traditional Mediterranean tality rate, over time. If you hav-
terranean basin use olive oil on the French), the rates of cardio- diet, while the study group ate the en’t already done so, look up the
salads and cook with lard and vascular disease are much lower energy-reduced one, which con- Mediterranean diet. After all, any
butter. The other ingredients of than most other western coun- sisted of more restrictive limits on diet that includes wine can’t be all
the diet include legumes (al- tries, including the U.S. red and processed meats, butter, that bad.
falfa, beans, peas, chickpeas, The disease burden from obe- margarine and cream, and car- Questions and comments may
lentils, soybeans, and peanuts), sity has increased rapidly during bonated sweetened beverages. be sent to editor@rockawaytimes.
unrefined cereals (aka whole the past three decades in close In addition, the study group did com.

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it was—however we couldn’t keep our TV time to under

go back. They wouldn’t be- five hours per week. And for
lieve anything we said if we the past six months, the iP-
went back on our word. ads have been replaced with
So, we dug deep. We listened books at the gym.
to the whining, the complain- Now, we begin and end each
ing, the temper tantrums. day with mood meters, and
We have never been told so our dinners involve compli-
many times how terrible we ment circles. Not all days are
were. After about two months, pretty, and sometimes they
everything started to change. don’t want to participate. They
They stopped asking. do fight more without the dis-

Disconnecting We started with a deck of

cards and board games. Then
puzzles, hide and seek, bike
traction of a screen—yet we
also never seen them play so
much with one another.
I became part of an en- electronics. We were being rides, and capture the flag. Just by listening to them, we
vironment with three kids, trained by children to always The summers are the easi- learned they love to cook. The
ages three, five and seven, provide a stimulant and en- est. We can get on bikes and go oldest has us participate in
where electronics were just a sure they were charged and down the boardwalk. We stop any sport imaginable. And the
way of life. It was a common ready to go. at all the parks and before we youngest loves puzzles.
practice for us to hand them The next day, we called a know it, we’ve spent six hours Our goal is to take it one
the iPad if they were bored, family meeting. We let them outside. The winters can get day at a time. We know cell
if we needed a minute to know that the only time they a bit challenging because we phones are on our horizon.
get something done, or if we were going to be allowed to didn’t allow our lack of iPads For now, we are going to enjoy
were traveling anywhere fur- use their iPad was when we to be replaced with spending them being little and not wor-
ther than a block. would be at the gym. Max money on entertainment. ry about social media. We will
It wasn’t until a year ago time: one hour per day. We have advanced to camp- cross that bridge when we get
when we were headin g out The first 30 days were the ing in the woods for two weeks there.
the door and the youngest hardest. They were going in the summer, and a conver- (Submitted by Helen Kil-
yelled, “How could you for- through withdrawals; we sation jar to learn more about gallen and Paulette Mancuso
get to charge my iPad?” At didn’t know how to occupy each other. with understanding the au-
that moment, we were done their attention or their time. Of course, we watch Mas- thor chooses to remain anon-
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Community Board 14 January Meeting Recap

By Marina Cregan concerns he has
heard from the
The first meeting of the new community, he
year for Community Board 14 assured the peo-
(CB14) took place on Tuesday, ple that "we, as a
January 14. The Knights of Co- community, will
lumbus was packed with Rock- get through it.”
away residents all eager to hear Although it is a
CB14’s plans for the year ahead. new challenge,
CB14 altered the agenda, by Robinson ex-
opening with the new Com- pressed that our
mander of the 101st Precinct, elected officials,
Captain Eric Robinson, official- such as Coun-
ly introducing himself to the cilman Donovan
Rockaway community. Robin- Richards, As-
son was assigned to the 101st semblywoman
Pct. back in November. Working Stacey Pfeffer Amato, and Sen- drove around Far Rockaway, As the meeting moved for-
in the borough of Queens for ator Joseph Addabbo Jr., have pointing out all the problems, ward, CB14 greeted Acting
almost seven years now, Rob- sworn to work with the NYPD and assured everyone in the Borough President Sharon
inson is, “beyond thrilled that by staying in tune with what is room that some of them will Lee, who came to introduce
[he] is here in the 101st part of going on within the communi- be fixed in the future. Robin- herself briefly, before hearing
the Rockaways,” because of the ty and expressing the commu- son concluded by encouraging reports from the chair, Do-
peninsula’s “sound philosophy nities’ concerns with the pre- community members to come lores Orr. During her report,
of it’s ‘us vs. them’, an island cinct. into the precinct to express any Orr expressed her wishes for
amongst ourselves, which I am Captain Robinson also ad- concerns they might have to the Army Corps Engineers to
very much here to embrace.” dressed an important issue, him, as well as his staff, some follow what has happened in
Robinson discussed the new Far Rockaway faces, which is of whom have been working in terms of barges and transpor-
changes within the justice sys- the infrastructure and traffic the 101st Pct. for 10+ years now tation for materials. Orr went
tem, regarding bail reform and problems caused by streets be- and are knowledgeable of the to the Port Authority last week,
new discovery laws. Under- ing torn up. The NYPD got to- issues the peninsula faces day where they assured her that
standing the many justifiable gether with traffic experts and to day. Continued on page 29

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COMMUNITY BOARD the Department of Sanitation’s future floods. With this expan- Summer 2023 the latest. The
Continued from Page 28 Community Affairs officer, sion, there will be about 4600 presentation concluded with
Chris Velez, who informed the square footage of space added to Orr asking them to provide the
all debris around JFK will be people of New York State’s new the existing library. The new ex- square footage of the existing li-
leaving by barge. Because of law regarding the ban on plastic pansion will have three separate brary, so the community board
the Port Authorities’ plans to bags in grocery stores and oth- areas, which will include a com- could take a closer look at what
transport by barge, she hopes er commercial establishments. munity/multi-purpose room, a can be moved into the new ex-
the Army Corps will follow this While the new law will go into room designated for children, pansion to give the existing li-
example in the development of effect on March 1, 2020, Velez and a common room. They also brary more space.
rock jetties, to ensure no addi- urged the people to start the incorporated an environmental- Wrapping up the meeting,
tional damage will be caused to transition from plastic bags to ly friendly Greenwall, which will District Manager Jon Gaska
our roadways. paper bags. In efforts to begin have water plots where children agreed to write two letters. The
As the floor opened up for this transition, Velez even gifted can water and nurture plants on first letter will be written to the
public speaking, half of the 10 people who attended the meet- their own, making it interactive Department Of Education’s
people who signed up to speak, ing free NYC Dept. of Sanitation for the kids. District 27 Superintendent Jen-
spoke about the MTA’s bus re- paper bags. Although the design plan nifer Ambert, in regards to the
design plan of discontinuing Next, the NYC Department seemed great on paper, com- selection of the Scholars’ Acad-
the Q53 and realigning the of Design and Construction munity members proposed emy’s new principal. Gaska
stops on the Q22, making its last presented their plans for the alternative ideas for the new will ask Ambert to include the
stop on Beach 116th. Assembly Arverne Public Library Expan- expansion, such as adding a SLT and PTA in the selection
District Leader Lew Simon de- sion, located on Beach 54th. second and third floor to the process, because the commu-
scribed the MTA’s redesign plan Coordinator of Government existing library, rather than nity deserves to be involved in
as a “disaster in the making.” He Affairs, Jomo Blackman, began an extension. The design team knowing who will be in charge
concluded his speech by urging the presentation by expressing reiterated that, because the of educating their children.
community members to attend how important libraries are for library is in a flood zone, the The second letter will request a
two upcoming meetings to fight after-school programs and how existing infrastructure cannot meeting with first Deputy Com-
against this change. The first they are pinnacles of the com- handle the load of additional missioner of the NYC Dept. of
meeting is at Rockaway’s RISE munity. When elaborating on floors. After addressing ques- Parks & Recreation, Liam Kava-
on February 5, followed by an- design plans for the expansion, tions brought up by community nagh, to discuss what beaches
other meeting at the Rockaway the design team expressed that members, the design team pre- will be open this summer, as
YMCA on February 6. the floor of the new expansion dicted that construction on the well as possibly increasing the
The public speaking portion will be created 4.5 ft. above the library should begin in 2022, number of lifeguards stationed
of the meeting concluded with street in order to protect from and will hopefully be open by on each beach.

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from a burning building,
do you know who they call?
My husband! He is there,
when the worst happens,
he is rushing his cohorts to
the hospital, praying with,
and for them... then coming
home to the stress of a house
we don't own, sharing a sin-
gle car, mountains of unpaid
bills and not much support
from his "higher-ups." This is
another fact of his job, while
cops and firemen have won-
EMT’s Deserve derful brotherhoods, ripe
More with comradery, history, and
Printing: deep respect ; being paid an
Letterheads, Envelopes, Bumper Stickers, Dear Editor:
I am married to a NYC
insulting salary, leaves EMT
houses full of drama, back-
Custom Invites, Labels, Flyers, Business Cards EMT... what does this mean biting, and a climate of "every
for our family? I assume that man for himself."
Silk Screen you expect to hear tales of
missed holidays, no sleep,
So you may ask why he does
it, why he continues with this
Printing CUSTOM long hours and thankless sit- career. Well... he loves it. He
uations, and while all of this has seen babies born, revived
Plaques T-SHIRATsSLow rings true, it's not the hardest people having heart attacks,
ing
Trophies Start as $15 part of my husband's career.
The toughest part for him
comforted scared children
with broken bones, and yes,
Graphics (and our family) is payday. HE HAS SAVED LIVES!! He
Yes, payday because on that always says, "trust me, if you
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day, it's decision time. Do call 911, you want the re-

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groceries have to wait a few
ality is that so many of these
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which would provide us with we move, does he switch ca-
a reliable vehicle. reers? So many people re-

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some of the most awful situa-
spect what he does but don't
truly understand it, it's most
definitely more of a calling
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for him.
He also works in the same
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have encountered people
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their loved ones, he has to who he has helped. It's al-
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WE GET EMAIL towards a desk in the front of What a way to start 2020! Beach 116th Street every 20
Continued from Page 30 the room. She flipped hastily Mia Capasso minutes.
ure out how to pay these men through the pages as my fellow The "Z" train, which will run
and women a livable wage? classmates gathered around to parallel to Woodhaven Boule-
Why did the city decide that see what the commotion was
Route vard, but four to five blocks
they aren't worth more? How about. Finally, she took her to Simplicity east of it will eliminate the
can this be remedied? I don't hands away from the paper need for the Q52/Q53. The
have the answers, but I do and my jaw dropped. There Dear Editor: "H" train will eliminate the
hope one of these days, "pay- in the upper corner was my I can't understand what need for the Q22. It's all quite
day," doesn't have to be the name, Mia Capasso, in bold. people are complaining about simple. The "A" and "Z" trains
worst day as an EMT. I felt overjoyed as I squealed with the revised bus routes. will have 11 cars to reduce
Nicola DePierro-Nellen like a little kid on Christmas This is obviously part of the overcrowding while the "H"
morning, "Yay,Yay,YAY!" I MTA's plan to improve subway train will only have four cars.
started jumping up and down service. Under this plan: Come to the meeting that
Achieving and continued until my thighs 1) All "C" trains will go to Assemblywoman Stacey Phef-
Fame were sore. Mrs. Diehl had a Lefferts Boulevard 2) All "A" fer Amato has arranged in
huge smile and asked if she trains will go to Far Rocka- February and ask NYCT Pres-
Dear Editor: could get a hug. I hugged her way; 3) The new "Z" trains will ident Andy Byford when he
My name is Mia Capasso and skipped back to my seat run from Rockaway Park past will implement these plans.
and you published my work with the biggest grin plastered Aqueduct and onward north Eugene Falik
one week ago on January 2. I across my face. It stretched on the QueensRail's (the old
am one of the students in the like a rubber band from ear to Rockaway Beach Branch)
Creative Writing Club at PS/ ear. I felt amazing and for that tracks, turning west at the
MS114. Once I saw my cre- I thank you all for giving up LIRR White Pot Junction and Want To Get
ative writing teacher, Mrs. pages of the newspaper for running on the LIRR tracks
Diehl, walk into my writing
classroom I was giddy, be-
free to publish the students’
work at PS/MS114 and mak-
express to the 53rd Street tun-
nel, where they will switch
In Touch?
cause I saw tucked into the ing me and many other stu- back to the subway tracks in
crook of her arm, the lat- dents feel special. The joy I Manhattan. This will provide Send Email to
est edition of The Rockaway felt when seeing my name a 45-minute trip between
Times. She looked over at me in the newspaper couldn't Rockaway and midtown; 4) Mail@RockawayTimes.com
with a grin. "You did it," she compare to anything else. The new "H" train will run
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Notice of Formation of RX PRO CON- Articles of Organization (DOM-PROF. PARAGON TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Notice of Formation of I-Care Rev-
SULTING LLC Articles of Organization LLC). Design Innovations for Architec- LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of
enue Management LLC. Articles of
Filed with the Secretary of State of New ture, PLLC filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY)11/13/2019. Cty: QUEENS. SSNY
Organization filed with the Secretary
York (SSNY) on 11/22/2019. Office lo- NY (SSNY) 10/18/19. Office loc.: Queens desig. as agent upon whom process against
of State of NY SSNY on 11/12/2019.
cation: Queens, NY. SSNY designated County. SSNY is designated as agent of may be served & shall mail process to MI-
Office is located in Queens County.
as agent of LLC upon whom process DOM-PROF. LLC upon whom process CHAEL LEVINE, 25-11 41ST AVENUE, LONG
SSNY has been designated for service
against it may be served. SSNY shall against it may be served. The address ISLAND CITY, NY 11101. General Purpose.
of process. SSNY shall mail copy of
mail process to RX PRO CONSULTING SSNY shall mail copy of process to 28-
any process served against the LLC to
LLC, 69-39 178th Street, Fresh Mead- 48 42nd St., Floor 2, Astoria, NY 11103.
92-41 214th Place Queens Village NY
ows, NY 11365. Any lawful purpose. Purpose: The practice of architecture. 382 BURGER LLC, Arts of Org filed with
11428. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
SSNY on 07/23/19. Off. Loc.: Queens
County, SSNY designated as agent of
LLC upon whom process against it may
Notice of Formation of 4612 Queens EAM RENTALS LLC, Arts of Org.
be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of
Blvd. LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) Go Merchandise LLC Arts of Org.
process to: The LLC, 20807 42nd Ave
of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/13/19. 11/15/2019. Cty: QUEENS. SSNY filed SSNY 9/13/19. Office: Queens
Bayside, NY 11361. Purpose: to engage
Office location: Queens County. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process Co. SSNY design. agent for process &
in any lawful act.
designated as agent of LLC upon whom against may be served & shall mail shall mail to Legalinc Corp Srvcs Inc.
process against it may be served. SSNY process to ISABEL MERCADO & ELCI- 1967 Wehrle Dr #1-086 Buffalo, NY
shall mail process to: c/o The Jemstone DO VICTOR MERCADO, 105-33 DIT- 14221. General Purpose. Notice of Formation of TCB Rentals LLC
Group, Attn: Joseph Jemal, 358 5th Ave- MARS BLVD., EAST ELMHURST, NY Articles of Organization filed with the
nue #1405, NY, NY 10001. Purpose: any 11369. General Purpose. Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on
lawful activity. Notice of Formation of ABBY’S FUN 10/10/2019. Office location: Queens, NY.
Notice of Formation, Tea Time NY LLC. HOUSE LLC Articles of Organization SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon
Notice of Formation of Respect Queens Articles of Org. filed with Secretary of Filed with the Secretary of State of whom process against it may be served.
Holdings LLC. Arts. of Org. filed State of New York (SSNY) on 06/21/2019. New York (SSNY) on 11/22/2019. Of- SSNY shall mail process to the compa-
with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on Office location: Queens County. SSNY fice location: Queens, NY. SSNY des- ny c/o United States Corporation Agents,
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be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Road, Rego Park, NY 11374. Purpose: any FUN HOUSE LLC, 1365 Eggert Place, 5K, Astoria, NY 11106. Any lawful pur-
Telos Legal Corp, 99 Washington Ave., lawful purpose or activity. Far Rockaway, NY 11691. Any lawful pose.
Ste. 805A, Albany, NY 12210. Purpose: purpose.
any lawful activities.
Tics Bar & Restaurant LLC, Arts of Org.
filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY)
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LLC, Authority filed with the SSNY on
12/12/2019. Office loc: Queens Coun-
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as agent upon whom process against NAME CHANGE
may be served & shall mail process
ty. LLC formed in DE on 12/10/2019. Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court,
to Vijays Tax Services, 12716 Liberty
SSNY is designated as agent upon
whom process against the LLC may be
Ave., South Richmond Hill, NY 11419. Queens County on December 26, 2019, bearing Index Number NC-
General Purpose. 000203-19/QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of
served. SSNY shall mail process to: The
LLC, Attn: Tamer Farooqui, 80-73 Park the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435,
Lane, Kew Gardens, NY 11415. Address NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED
grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) EMILY (Middle)
required to be maintained in DE: 160 LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: HELL'S
Greentree Dr., Ste 101, Dover, DE 19904. GATE PROPERTY SERVICES, LLC. Ar- ROSE (Last) ANGUEIRA. My present name is (First) RONGJIE (Last)
Cert of Formation filed with DE Div. of ticles of Organization were filed with ANGUERA AKA EMILY ROSE ANGUERA AKA RONGJIE ANGUEIRA AKA
Corps, 401 Federal St., Ste 4, Dover, DE the Secretary of State of New York RONGJIE WEI. My place of birth is CHINA. The city and state of my
19901. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. (SSNY) on 11/14/19, office location
Queens County. SSNY has been desig- present address are Far Rockaway, NY. The month and year of my birth
nated as agent of the LLC upon whom are November 1981.
Dri Tax Preparation Services, LLC, Arts process against it may be served.
of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY SSNY shall mail a copy of the process NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
(SSNY) 12/12/2019. Cty: Queens. SSNY to the LLC, 22-34 24th Street, Astoria, Pursuant to the lien granted by the New York Self-Storage Facility Act, notice is hereby given that the undersigned self-storage units will
be sold at a public sale by competitive bidding, to satisfy the lien of the Lessor, with Metro Storage LLC as managing agent for Lessor, for
desig. as agent upon whom process New York, 11105. Purpose: For any rental and other charges due from the undersigned. The said property has been stored and is located at the respective address below.
against may be served & shall mail pro- lawful purpose. Units up for auction will be listed for public bidding on-line at www.StorageTreasures.com, under the guidance of Christopher Rosa (License
2001174-DCA) on behalf of the facilities’ management, beginning five days prior to the scheduled auction date and time. The terms of the
cess to 24106 Caney Road, Rosedale, NY sale will be by lot to the highest bidder for cash only. A 10% buyer’s premium will be charged per unit. All sales are final. Metro Self Storage
LLC reserves the right to withdraw any or all units, partial or entire, from the sale at any time before the sale or to refuse any bids. The
11422. General Purpose. SPEC'D STUDIO LLC Articles of property to be sold is described as “general household items” unless otherwise noted. All contents must be removed completely from the
Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) property within 48 hours or sooner or are deemed abandoned by bidder/buyer. Sale rules and regulations are available at the time of sale.
Metro Self Storage Property includes the storage unit contents belonging to
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SSNY desig. agent of LLC whom pro- Brooklyn, NY 11235 Occupant Name Unit # Property Description
filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) Shlomo Roth 1015 Phone Accessories, Laptops, Frames
cess may be served. SSNY shall mail (718) 769-9000 Melanie O’Brien 2100 Furniture, Mattress, Clothing
10/26/2017. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. Gustavo Guerrero Sr. 2136 Statues, Bar Stools, Mirror
process to Stella Chang, 57-20 Catal- Jaime Gonzales 2262 Suitcases, Clothing
as agent upon whom process against Elicia Lorefice 2285 Totes, Clothing, Fan
pa Ave., #3R, Ridgewood, NY 11385, John Rykala 3130 Boxes, Bags, Clothing, Collectibles
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which is also the principal business John Rykala 3133 Clothing, Treadmill, Light System, Skis
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location. Purpose: Any lawful pur- Vakhtangi Donadze 3170 Clothing, Turntable, 2 Toy Mobile Cars
11368. General Purpose. John Rykala
John Rykala
3204
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Stereos, Books, Clothing, Dressers
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Rockaway Theatre Company Named Best

Theater Arts Venue in Queens
By Marina Cregan the theater company is able to re-
invest money earned from ticket
It’s official. Fort Tilden’s very sales into improving the theater,
own, the Rockaway Theatre keeping each production refresh-
Company (RTC) is the best in ing and up to date with the new-
the borough. The local theater est lighting techniques, sound,
company has won the Bethpage and computer systems.
Federal Credit Union’s award for After 20 years of her involve-
the Best Theater Arts Venue in all ment with the RTC, producer
of Queens. Founded in 1997, the Susan Jasper, says, “Seeing the
RTC set out to establish a theat- idea for a show being proposed,
er company with one mission how a director can get a cast to-
in mind: “Bringing Broadway to gether and rehearse it, organize
Rockaway.” Winning this award the sets, and make their vision
goes to show that the RTC is ful- come out to an excellent produc-
filling its mission. tion is what makes all of my time
Each year since 2016, the Beth- and dedication to the theater
page Federal Credit Union re- worthwhile.” The RTC utilizes all
ceives nominations for hundreds The RTC ended the 2019 season with The 25th Annual Putnam of their resources into producing
of businesses to be recognized County Spelling Bee. productions that Jasper feels are,
within the borough and winners “just as good as Broadway.”
are chosen in several categories. genres of plays, such as musicals, efitted many children through- Want to see what makes the
dramas, and comedies. The dif- out the years, including myself, RTC the “Best of the Boro?” See
ferent genres chosen each year for preparing them to fulfill a fu- one of their many upcoming
demonstrate the RTC’s efforts to ture in the performing arts. One shows. The RTC will start the new
put on performances catered to of their very own, a former mem- year off with Bye Bye Birdie Jr.,
all tastes in Rockaway. If musicals ber of the Young People’s The- and James & The Giant Peach Jr.,
aren’t your thing, don’t worry—
the next show will be completely
different. Part of what makes the
RTC such a high-valued theater
company, is its ability to trans-
form the stage into something
completely new each time,
while putting on a high-quality
production and making it look
The RTC has been named the effortless.
Best of the Boro. It isn’t just the fabulous shows
As far as theatre arts venues go, produced at the RTC that helped
the RTC was named the best of them earn this recognition. The
the borough for its reputation of theatre also offers various work-
producing high-quality produc- shops for children and adults
tions, as well as for their first-rate to learn the different aspects
educational theater program, of theatre and the performing The RTC will kick off the 2020 season with Bye Bye Birdie Jr.
which provides numerous work- arts. All of these workshops are
shops in various areas of theater taught by licensed teaching pro- atre Workshop, Andrew Feld- which will be performed by the
and performing arts. This is the fessionals, who have a great deal man, was able to take his talents children of the Young People’s
second time the RTC has been of experience in their craft. One learned from the RTC and bring Theatre Workshop. Bye Bye Bird-
recognized with a Best of the of their most popular workshops it to Broadway, where he can ie Jr. opens this weekend, January
Boro award. In 2017, they were is the Young People’s Theatre be seen starring in the lead role 17 at 7 p.m., and will run through
named the Best Local Live Thea- Workshop, which runs for five of Evan Hansen, in “Dear Evan January 26. As for their first main
tre Company. months out of the year, ending Hansen,” until January 26. stage production of the season,
Having participated in many with a “Broadway-quality” mu- What makes the RTC even the RTC will be showcasing Je-
previous shows produced at the sical production performed on more impressive is that these pro- sus Christ Superstar in March,
RTC, I can certainly attest to its the main stage, entirely by work- ductions would not be possible which will be directed and cho-
reputation. The process of choos- shop students. The workshop is without a dedicated staff of vol- reographed by Gabrielle Man-
ing which shows to produce on open to students between the unteers. As a community-based gano, with musical director,
the main stage is certainly long ages of eight and 18, giving chil- organization, the directors, pro- Jeffery Arzberger. If you want to
and well thought out. The pro- dren the opportunity to discover ducers, and actors volunteer see a “Broadway-quality” pro-
ducers and directors are keen their artistic talents, while learn- their free time to produce shows duction without having to leave
on picking shows that not only ing the ins and outs of what it for the Rockaway community to the peninsula, head to www.
highlight the actors’ talents, but takes to produce a musical pro- enjoy. Because all the RTC mem- RockawayTheatreCompany.org
also showcase many different duction. This workshop has ben- bers work on a volunteer basis, for tickets.
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Holy Happy Hour

Leaves Rockaway
Spiritually Fulfilled
Story and Photos donate tips toward the cause,

th
by Katie McFadden but it was last call for the

19 ANNUAL
priests who confessed that
So two priests walk into a bar… they may be better at prayers
That isn’t the start of a joke, but than pours.
it sure was a fun time. As customers waited for
On Friday, January 11, Fa- their drinks, Fr. Jim kept them
ther Jim Cunningham and Fa- entertained. “The other bar-
ther Bill Sweeney of St. Fran- tenders are running circles

Dinner Dance & Fundraising Auction cis de Sales, were behind the
taps, keeping customers in
a jam-packed Belle Harbor
around you,” one patron joked.
Fr. Jim shrugged, saying, “I’m
better at other things.” During
Yacht Club (BHYC), “spirit- another instance, when count-
Saturday, January 25thh, 2020 ually fulfilled.” The second
Holy Happy Hour, to raise
ing out a customer’s change,
he quipped, “Math wasn’t my

6:30 PM - Cocktails • 7:30 PM - Dinner funds for the parish, was yet
another hit.
The BHYC and its bartend-
best subject. It was more like
Religion.”
With live music by Anthem
ers generously donated their Acoustic, 50/50s, t-shirt sales
time and tips as the priests and the celebrity bartenders
joined them to serve custom- being the biggest draw, the
ers. With thirsty churchgoers parish was able to raise a few
El Caribe demanding more, those of the
BHYC even decided to extend
thousand dollars. Cheers to
Fr. Jim and Fr. Bill on a job

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ROCKAWAY, MEET for all ages, until 8 p.m. Start- theater. For folks that aren’t as “I think that the Rockaways
THE QUEENS ing at 9 p.m., the show will get a liberal in their thinking, if you are going to be heaven for
Continued from Page 16 little more “spicy,” according to can convey it in a way that this drag,” Ginger Ladd said. “This
the Rockaway Babes. In a rare is a theater performance, a lot started with just marching in a
doing more bingo events, to occurrence, Whit’s End is tak- more people are willing to ex- parade with my neighbors and
doing a surprise pop-up at ing reservations for tables for perience it,” Dreama Belle said. all of a sudden, there’s been
Vino by the Sea’s anniversary the event. (Call 718-945-4100). “We are not strippers. We are this sea of change in this com-
party at Whit’s End in Decem- However, those who just want not doing sex work. We’re not munity, which I think values
ber, and the positive response to come watch either show can burlesque dancers. We’re just our entertainment.”
made them realize maybe there for just a $5 cover. giving a fun show.” “We are truly here to stay. We
was something more to this. Without giving too much “What it is, is a good time,” are here for this community,
“Dreama is a beauty and she’s away, the Rockaway Babes Ginger Ladd said. “It’s some- we’re going to be relevant here
smart, courageous and one say Friday’s show will include thing to break the mundane. and help build this communi-
of the biggest businesswom- production numbers, duets, It’s not watching Netflix or ty and we’re going to continue
en that I know,” Ginger Ladd story numbers, Disney trib- simply going to the bar to get the positive flow of what we’ve
said. “We went out to eat and utes, incredible costuming drunk—it’s having an experi- been doing,” Dreama Belle
said we would work together and incredible production val- ence that you haven’t had be- said. “We’ve had a lot of great
in some capacity and Dreama ue. “I’m aiming to make it as fore. It’s very exciting to watch.” support and it makes it a lot
came up with this concept of close to a Vegas-quality perfor- For those experiencing a easier when you have people
becoming a unit and bringing mance level as I can,” Ginger show for the first time, it should supporting you.”
quality drag to the Rockaways.” Ladd said, adding that she’ll be known that tips are encour- If you’d like to find out the
The concept of Rockaway be pulling out all the stops be- aged. The Rockaway Babes ad- Rockaway Babes’ next steps, be
Babes was born. yond just fabulous costumes vise that audience members sure to follow them on Insta-
Receiving such a warm re- and wigs. The show will also respect their performance gram at @DreamaBelleOfficial,
ception from Whitney Aycock include guest queen, Tina space, but if you’re enjoying @TheGingerLadd and @Rock-
of Whit’s End, the duo thought Twirler, a known contortionist the show, hold out a bill, and awayBabes.
it would be a good idea to team in the New York drag scene. By they’ll come to you.
up with him to help support his the end of the night, the Rock- The Rockaway Babes believe Note: Out of respect to the pri-
business, while having a ven- away Babes hope their audi- there are good things ahead for vacy of the Queens, only their
ue to provide regular, quality ence mirrors what they reflect. the future of drag in Rockaway. drag names were used.
entertainment. Dreama Belle “You’re going to feel good
came up with a professional about yourself. You’re going
business proposal for Rocka- to feel joy and laugh, and you NEARLY 800 AFFORDABLE
way Babes and presented it to might even get to know your
Aycock, who was immediate- neighbors,” she said. HOMES COMING TO FAR ROCK
ly open to the idea. “I walked For those who can’t make
in the door and sat down with it, don’t fret. The Rockaway The New York City Depart- percent of these units will be
him and 60 seconds later, he Babes say they’re just getting ment of Housing Preservation set-aside for formerly homeless
said, ‘alright, what date do you started. In addition to their and Development (HPD) an- households. 133 units will be af-
want?’ He was on board with- residency at Whit’s, where nounced on Wednesday, Jan- fordable permanently.
out even looking at the full pro- they plan to perform regular- uary 15, financing for 793 new The 224-unit Beach 21 devel-
posal,” Dreama Belle said. ly at least once a month, plus affordable homes in Downtown opment was financed through
“Whit is a gentleman and a holiday shows at the Rockaway Far Rockaway. These homes the Multi-family Mix and Match
professional and full of love Brewing Company and pop- add to the 590 new construction program and includes 102 per-
and he recognized that we ups at other local businesses, units financed in the area since manently affordable hous-
could be an asset to him. We the Rockaway Babes say they the New York City Council voted ing units that will serve a wide
will have a residency and will have big plans for the summer in favor of a neighborhood re- range of extremely low- to mod-
regularly perform our shows and may make frequent ap- zoning in Far Rockaway in Sep- erate-incomes, with 10 percent
there. It’s incredibly rare to pearances on the boardwalk tember 2017. of the units to be set aside for
have someone treat you that and at the concessions. The newly financed afforda- formerly homeless households.
well and immediately be an “We’re in Rockaway because ble housing units will be spread The 10-story building will have
ally,” Ginger Ladd said about there’s a need for it. We’re fill- across three projects – RadRoc, space for the New Little Branch-
Aycock. ing a void that needed to be Beach 21, and Rockaway Village es Inc./Lanza Learning Center
That kindness was also ex- filled and we’re doing a ser- Phase II. Upon completion, the for early childhood education
tended by Mikal Hameed, vice that a lot of folks in Rock- units will be affordable to house- and the Xposure Schools after-
owner of Rustwoods, located away want,” Dreama Bell said. holds earning a wide range of school program.
behind Whit’s End, who of- “It’s something many in Rock- incomes, including the former- The second phase of Rocka-
fered the Rockaway Babes their away didn’t know they want- ly homeless, extremely low- to way Village will include the con-
own space to set up as a dress- ed,” Ginger Ladd added. moderate-income New Yorkers. struction of two new multi-fam-
ing room to prepare for their With drag shows being a The RadRoc development ily buildings with a combined
shows. relatively new phenomenon will be constructed on a private total of 316 residential units,
On Friday, January 17, the for Rockaway, the Rockaway site and will include a total of 224 of which will be affordable
Rockaway Babes will make Babes explained what drag 253 new affordable apartments permanently. The development
their official residency debut is, and what is isn’t, for those across two 10-story buildings will include approximately
at Whit’s End, where they hope who may not have experi- in Downtown Far Rockaway. 13,000 square feet of commer-
to perform monthly. The night enced it before. “Drag is the Financed through the Extreme- cial space, public plazas, and
will begin at 6 p.m. with a fam- art of transformation in its ly Low- and Low-income Af- other infrastructure improve-
ily-friendly show, appropriate barest form. And it’s the art of fordability (ELLA) program, 10 ments.
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thyme (or seasonings). Season
with salt and pepper. Add cold
PHIL’S MEN’S water to cover. Bring to a boil
and then reduce heat to a sim-
SHOP – 1948 mer. Skim and discard any sum
that may surface.
Simmer until the meat falls
By Katie Lucev Chicken Stew off the bone with almost no
pressure from a fork. This takes
Made Easy approximately 1-1/2 hours. Re-
move the chicken to a plate. Use
By Sharon Feldman two forks to shred the meat from
the bone. Add back to the pot.
Serves: 6 Add the potatoes and cook un-
Ingredients: til fork tender, about 30 minutes.
2 pounds bone-in chicken Add the green beans and cook
thighs, skin removed until crisp, about 10 minutes.
4 small onions, quartered ** I also add a sweet potato to
6-8 cloves of peeled garlic add a little sweetness. You can
1 pound carrots, peeled and also use mushrooms.
cut into 2” pieces ** Delish with some crusty
Salt and pepper bread on the side.
1-1/2 pounds Red Bliss pota-
toes, washed and quartered
2 handfuls of green beans,
trimmed
Handful of thyme sprigs (or
use a combination of dried
herbs)
** Hot pepper sauce to taste
Directions:
In a large pot, combine chick-
en, onions, garlic, carrots and
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SFDS Named Christmas

Tourney Champs
What were some St. Francis de Sales (SFDS) athletes doing
over the holiday break? Winning!
In the 2019 SFDS Christmas basketball tournament, fea-
turing teams from across the borough and beyond, the SFDS
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By Kami-Leigh Agard like you won the best hand. Auction with prizes donated morial Award. The event is $150/
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd. by scores of local and nonlocal person. Reservations required.
Happy New Year! It’s 2020 and business, and live music starring If you are interested in buying
Rockaway is already ahead of Saturday, January 18 Justine Groves, Wine with Sue, tickets, contact the Graybeard
the game, teeming with a varie- 8 p.m. Kyle Wade, Mike & Miley and Chris office at 718-634-6812 or email:
ty of live music, arts and theater. The Highland Rovers are back Solo. More TBA. Plus, there will office@thegraybeards.com
So keep reading The Rockaway at RBQ delivering their un- be food and drinks for sale at The El Caribe - 5945 Strickland Av-
Times to get a round-up of what’s matched Celtic fusion of rock Dropout, from which the restau- enue, Brooklyn
happening up and down the percussive rhythms, guitars, fid- rant will donate 50% of the entire
peninsula and Broad Channel. dle, mandolin, banjo and vocal day’s profits. This is a tented event BUGALOU IS BACK WITH IT’S
harmonies. Come see why the and will happen rain or shine! For THIRD SEASON!
LIVE MUSIC: band is lauded as the “Crosby, more info, visit Facebook event Get ready to Bugalou in 2020!
Stills and Nash of Celtic music!” page: Rockaway Strong: Australia The popular concert series kicks
Friday, January 17 97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd Bushfire Relief Fundraiser! Also off its third season in February
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. see article on page 3. with a chock-full three shows
Get your Irish swag on with Saturday, January 18 Riis Park Beach Bazaar-Bay 9 this winter and spring all here
Fools Acoustic Trio at Healy’s. 9 p.m. in Rockaway at St. Camillus
From classic rock, country, Make a beeline to Rogers ‘cause SECOND ANNUAL SOUTH Springman Hall! A special dis-
R&B, an Irish tune or two, plus it’s going to be lit! First, Friends QUEENS BALL counted season pass to all three
more—you’ll be jiggin’ on the in Sound jams the hometown Saturday, January 18 Bugalou shows is available now
dance floor. Irish pub with all your favorite 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. for $100 by email to bugaloumu-
108-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd rock classics. Then starting at 10 The Second Annual South sic@gmail.com. Tickets for indi-
p.m., get your gloves up because Queens Ball is finally here— vidual shows are already on sale
Friday, January 17 Rogers will be screening the and folks, the entertainment at www.bugaloumusic.com. See
7 p.m. to 10 p.m. live ultimate throw down UFC lineup is blazing! Featured acts below for entertainment lineup:
TGIF! So, why not launch your fight, starring brash Irish fighter are Walker Hornung of Broth-
weekend with hometown band, Conor McGregor versus Donald erhood of the Grape with Eddy February 28
the Rock-A-Wades’s classic rock 'Cowboy' Cerrone. Joe, Indaculture’s Bobby Butler 7 p.m.
party at the Knights of Columbus! 205 Beach 116th Street and Danny Mulvanerty, John The THE BAND Band with
Plus, with the Knights’ legend- Scarpulla, Randy Miritello, Chris Real Young and Lazy Horse kick-
ary open cash bar, get ready for a Sunday, January 19 Solo, Kyle Wade, The Porrettos and ing off the night.
memorable evening of royal local 4 p.m. Katie Mitchell-Condon. Each sing-
fun! Looking for a relaxing spot er/songwriter will perform their Friday, April 24
333 Beach 90th Street to wind down your weekend? original material acoustically, and 7 p.m.
Well, head to Rogers as the Irish sing songs by a beloved depart- Desert Highway’s tribute to
Friday, January 17 pub will have a special kind of ed legend. Spoiler alert! Expect to The Eagles, with Fools Night Out
7 p.m. “bair,” as in Gerald Bair, moving hear homages to Ireland’s Dolores setting the tone.
Grab your mates and head to fans with his powerful voice and O’Riordan of The Cranberries,
Bungie for their always rockin’ magical storytelling. Prince, David Bowie and more! Friday, June 19
Friday Acoustic Nights. Tonight, 205 Beach 116th Street Plus Joe Valva is filming the event 7 p.m.
Mike & Miley delivers an un- for QPTV’s music program, “Just Finnegan Blue opened by In-
quenchable classic rock feast, Sundays Jamz.” This special music extrava- daculture’s Danny Mulvanerty
dishing up your favorites from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. ganza is all for a good cause as pro- and Bobby Butler.
the 60s and 70s. It’s all about that jazz with The ceeds go toward helping the Amer-
377 Beach 92nd Street Mike Severino Trio Sunday Jazz ican Legion make much-needed THEATER
Sessions at Whit’s End. repairs to their space. Admission is Starting this Friday!
Friday, January 17 97-02 Rockaway Beach Blvd $20. Tickets are only available day Rockaway Theatre Company’s
8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. of show at the door. Teen Musical Theatre Workshop
Big Frank Mirra & Mike Smith SPECIAL MENTIONS American Legion Post 1404 presents Bye Bye Birdie Jr. This
bring their Acoustic Blues Revue ROCKAWAY STRONG: 209 Cross Bay Blvd, Broad classic satire tells the story of a
to Thai Rock. True blues lovers AUSTRALIA BUSHFIRE Channel rock and roll singer, who gets
will be transported to the bay- RELIEF FUNDRAISER! drafted into the army. The RTC
ou with Big Frank’s traditional Saturday, January 18 Saturday, January 25 teens skillfully capture the en-
powerful vocals and bottleneck 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. 6:30 p.m. cocktails/ ergy and excitement of the late
slide style and Mike Smith on Locals band together to fund- 7:30 p.m. dinner 1950s with warmth, hilarity and
harmonica. raise towards relief efforts for The Graybeards are back at an exuberant score. Show dates:
375 Beach 92nd Street the devastating bushfires rav- it again with their 19th Annu- Jan. 17, 18, 24, 25 at 7 p.m., and
aging Australia, where over 17.9 al Dinner Dance & Fundraising Jan. 18, 19, 25, 26 at 2 p.m. Ad-
Friday, January 17 million acres have been burned Auction honoring those who mission is $10. For tickets and
9 p.m. across the country’s six states, selflessly serve their communi- more info, visit: www. rockaway-
Tonight—RBQ will be smokin’ 1,588 homes destroyed and over ty by paying it forward to others. theatrecompany.org
with ACE firing up the barbe- 650 damaged. Even more alarm- This year, William Dunn will be T4 Post Theatre Building, Fort
cue spot with smooth Motown, ing, about half a billion animals honored with the Don (D.H.) Tilden
blues, reggae and soul. Plus with have been affected by these fires Hart Memorial Award, and the Got info on local live music
delish bbq and drinks with all with millions likely dead. The Richie Allen Foundation will be and art? Email: editor@rocka-
the fixins’—you’ll leave feeling fundraiser will feature a Chinese honored with the Tom Ryan Me- waytimes.com
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