74 THE QUEENS COURIER • BUZZ • FEBRUARY 18, 2016 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.www.qns.com happenings 18-2 4 THURSDAY, FEB.18 In honor of Black History Month, the Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning presents the award-winning play “Fences.” This narrative written by August Wilson has won a Pulitzer Prize as a book and Tony award as a play. The story tells of a former Negro league baseball player whose son is now following his own baseball dream. Showings take place from Feb. 18 to 21 at 7:30 p.m. The Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning is located on 153-10 Jamaica Ave. What is fun? That’s correct, Jeopardy is fun. The Queens Library of Woodside will be holding a game show event for children grades 2 and up. Children have the opportunity to win prizes as their knowledge is put to the test. The event will be held on 54-22 Skillman Ave. from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thanks to the sponsorship of Assemblyman David I. Weprin, a food drive is being held for families in need. Donation options include non-perishable foods such as canned goods, beans, dry pasta and grains. The two locations to drop off items are the Fresh Meadows District Offi ce on 185-06 Union Turnpike in Fresh Meadows and the Richmond Hill District Offi ce on 111-12 Atlantic Ave. in Richmond Hill. Today is the fi nal day for donations. For more information call 718-805-2381 or 718-454-3027. Head over to the MoMA PS1 for a comedy event featuring Morgan Bassichis. His performances are considered “intense” and “out there” as they feature a mix of history, mysticism and Bassichis’ wonder for life itself. This event lasts from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The MoMA PS1 is located on 22-25 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City. Call 718-784- 2084 for more information. FRIDAY, FEB.19 The Alley Pond Environmental Center is holding its fi rst-ever science fair, known as the “Eco-Expo.” Participants will range from fi fth- through eighth-graders and all projects must have an environmental theme. Contestants have the chance EDITOR’S PICK to show off their scientifi c knowledge as well as win medals and cash prizes. For more information visit www.alleypond.com. The Numina Flamenco Theatre presents a show mixing the fl amenco style of dance with Mexican folklore and music. This fusion of performance and storytelling is one you will not want to miss. The show will be held from 3 to 4:15 p.m. at the Queens Library of Corona located on 38-23 104th St. SATURDAY, FEB. 20 Who doesn’t love a good line dance? The Queens Library is proud to present a dance workshop for adults who wish to learn how to line dance. Kick off your weekend with the guidance of instructor Shannon Antalan as she teaches dances from the “cupid shuffl e” to the “wobble.” The fi rst workshop session will >FEB In the mood for a fi lling snack? How about tea and fortune cookies? The Queens Zoo is hosting a two-day event in respect to the Chinese Lunar New Year. At 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20, tea and fortune cookies will be distributed, followed by craft-making, a scavenger hunt, story time, a calligraphy workshop and a puppet show. You and your children are all invited to partake in this Lunar New Year joy! The Queens Zoo is located on 53-51 111th St. in Corona. be held from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at 98-27 Metropolitan Ave. For those who missed the fi rst session, a second one will be held from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Queens Library of Richmond Hill on 118-14 Hillside Ave. The Greater Astoria Historical Society will be screening a fi lm regarding a modern day family that attempts to recreate the life of a family in the year 1900. This family is not allowed to use any modernday facilities or devices, in this fi lm that both humbles and astounds. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity because entry to the fi lm is absolutely free. The Greater Astoria Historical society is located on 35-20 Broadway in Long Island City. The Chinese Lunar New Year is an age old celebration revered by onefi fth of the world’s population. For the second year in a row, Flushing Town Hall is hosting its Chinese New Year Bazaar, resembling a traditional temple fair. The Bazaar will include food and performances. Those who wish to attend must choose from one of two sessions, either 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 2 to 4 p.m. Tickets are priced at $5 for adults and $3 for children. Flushing Town Hall is located on 137- 35 Northern Blvd. The universe is full of stars as far as the eye can see, so grab a telescope and take a look! The Alley Pond Environmental Center presents “Exploring the Night Sky” as part of its interactive astronomy program. This program allows adults and children ages 9 and up (if accompanied by an adult) to learn about basic astronomy by viewing constellations and planets, from Orion’s nebula to Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system. This program is priced at $15 per person and will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at 228-06 Northern Blvd. in Douglaston. SUNDAY, FEB. 21 Because the Muppets fi lms are such timeless classics, the Museum of the Moving Image has decided to hold a screening of “Muppet Treasure Island.” This screening in honor of the movie’s 20th anniversary, will be held at 1 p.m. at the Museum of the Moving Image, located on 36-01 35th Ave. in Astoria. ATTENTION: Want your event on this page? Post it on QNS.com! It’s never been easier to submit a Happening. Become a registered member at www.qns.com, visit the Events page, click the “Add Event” bar at left, complete the form and click “Post Event.” You can even post a photo or a fl ier for your event. It takes only a couple of minutes to complete, and it’s absolutely FREE! We’ll select entries on our QNS.com Events site for our Happenings page in The Queens Courier and Ridgewood Times. 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