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OCTOBER 15
WWW.QNS.COM | OCTOBER 2021 | CRYDER POINT COURIER 15
Out & About
October 2021
BY JILL DAVIS
MICHAEL BUBLÉ IN
CONCERT
Friday, October 15, 8 pm
Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale
livenation.com
Fans of Michael
Bublé have been waiting
a long time for this
concert—it’s been rescheduled
four times
since the pandemic
began. Michael says
his “goal is to leave
fans feeling good,” and
he seems to want to
make sure of that…
proof of vaccine or a negative Covid test is required
for admission (check the website for details). Tickets
start at $69.60.
Halloween falls on a Sunday this year which gives the
kids more time to show off their costumes (and collect
more candy). Speaking of candy, did you know that 9 out
of 10 parents confess to taking a treat from the kids’ trickor
treat hauls? So kids, keep an eye on that goodie bag!
October brings a mix of indoor and outdoor events. The
weather can be weird but hopefully there’s something fun
for you to explore. Please note that Covid rules continue to
change and vary by municipality and venue, so check the
websites before you go.
Have spooky good fun!
COLLEGE POINT STREET
FAIR
Sunday, October 17, 11 am – 6 pm
College Point Blvd. bet. 14th and 20th Aves.
The operative word for this event is “free!” Sponsored
by the College Point Board of Trade, this is the only
street fair in Queens that provides children with free
rides all day long. There’ll also be lots of food, shopping
and games for kids and their grown-ups. Note this is
scheduled to happen rain or shine. Let’s hope for shine.
ELVIS COSTELLO
IN CONCERT
Saturday, October 30, 8 pm
Tilles Center, Brookville
tillescenter.org
Time sure marches
on…Elvis Costello is
close to marking 45
years in the business,
having released his
first album, “My Aim
is True,” back in 1977
when he was a young
lad of 23. He’s since
racked up more than 30 albums and was inducted into
the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2007. He remains best
known for his earlier hits such as “Alison,” “Pump It
Up,” “Every Day I Write the Book” and his cover of the
Nick Lowe song, “(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace Love
and Understanding”? (I have no idea.) Tickets range
from $47.50-$129.50.
HALLOWEEN AT QUEENS
COUNTY FARM MUSEUM
Sunday, October 31, 11 am – 5 pm
Queens County Farm, Floral Park
queensfarm.org
This event is pricier than the Botanical Garden but
there’s more for kids to do. On the other hand, it doesn’t
have the beer and wine garden like the Botanical Garden
does, so you decide. Activities include the Amazing
Maize Maze, hayrides and trick-or treating. Oh and
don’t forget the haunted farmhouse, a live DJ and food
vendors. Advance tickets are recommended (online
only); general admission is $20/person and free for ages
3 & under.
HALLOWEEN AT QUEENS
BOTANICAL GARDEN
Sunday, October 31, 12 Noon – 4 pm
Queens Botanical Garden, Flushing
queensbotanical.org
Little ones can show off their Halloween costumes,
walk the Trick-or-Treat Trail and enjoy a magic
show. Adults 21+ can enjoy harvest beers and ciders for
purchase at the Beer & Wine Garden. Garden admission
is to be paid at Garden entry, which is $6 for Adults, $4
for students with ID and ages 62+, $2 for kids 4 through
12 and free for little ones 3 and under. Walk-ups are
welcome depending upon capacity. Parking costs $15.
ROGERS &
HAMMERSTEIN’S “SOUTH
PACIFIC”
Now through October 24
Plaza Theatre
700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont
516-599-6870
plazabroadwaylongisland.com
Ready to go to the theater?
The Plaza in Elmont bills itself
as “Nassau County’s only
professional Equity theatre.”
It even has a full orchestra,
so this is some serious musical
business. Shows are only
Thursdays through Sundays
and at various times, so call
or check out the website for
particulars. Tickets start at
$49 and there’s free onsite
parking. That’s a lot less expensive
and more convenient
than going to Broadway!
20TH ANNUAL TOTTEN
TROT 5K FOOT RACE &
KIDS FUN RUN
Sunday, October 31, 7:30am Registration
Bayside Historical Society, Bayside
baysidehistorical.org
This event is always scheduled on the Sunday closest
to Halloween and this year, it’s right on the button. The
course is scenic, going along the waterfront through Ft.
Totten and along Little Bay Park to the Throgs Neck
Bridge. For kids, there’s a short distance “Fun Run” at
10am (free!). Kids are encouraged to wear their Halloween
costume and this year’s Totten Trot 5K will feature
a special guest appearance by the 501st Legion’s Empire
City Garrison, a worldwide STAR WARS costuming organization.
Note this is a rain-or-shine event. The entry
fee is $30 until October 16.
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