6 THE QUEENS COURIER • DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL • AUGUST 8, 2013 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.queenscourier.com Entertainment on the Verizon Fios Stage SATURDAY, August 10 SUNDAY, August 11 Visit the International Food Court In the international food court there is a diverse menu and drinks from a variety of vendors Carlos Segarra BBQ Corn on the cob, shish kabobs, grilled meats, cut fruits and juices. Chifle: Freshly grilled chicken. Potato wedges, rice, finger foods. Drinks Pie Pie Q Café Chinese bakery items, Asian foods 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. American Tap Dancing Professionals and students entertain with the unique American art form of tap dancing, also known as hoofers.. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. The Bailen Brothers Twin brothers, vocalists and instrumentalists, David (on drums) and Daniel (on bass), lead the band with their pop, R&B, and Rock music. Their albums focus on achieving great songs with sing-able melodies that are both stimulating compositionally and lyrically. www.thebailenbrothers.com/ 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Mariachi Aguila y Plata This popular Mariachi band’s lively and energetic performance will have all dancing. 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Marwuena Kodjovi Trio The music of the African Brothers Collective is a colorful, vibrant and inviting journey into traditional and modern West Africa. Powerful rhythms, soothing melodies and dances from the mother land will move you body and soul. 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Shaolin Masters Warrior monks from the Shaolin Temple perform martial arts. In the history of the Shaolin Temple, founded in 495 AD, generation after generation of monk generals and soldiers protected the temples from wars and riots of society. T-Bar Steamed Dumplings, zongs ,fish balls. Fresh Fruit Smoothie, Cut fruits. Bruce Cost Ginger Ale. Unfiltered, made with pure cane sugar and fresh ginger (no extracts) Lemonade Stand Freshly squeezed lemonade with finest ingredients and fresh lemons Everything about Crepes Traditional French batter with fresh ingredients Both sweet and savory crepes, vegetarian option. Served from a traditional French cart. Eddies Pizza Cart The Original Eddie’s Pizza of New Hyde Park offers a wide selection of Italian and American classics in addition to it’s famous pizza and “Bars Pies”. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Chinese Music Ensemble of New York Founded in 1961 this Ensemble is the oldest and only full Chinese orchestra in the United States and the Americas. Its present membership of nearly fifth musicians plays practically every type of Chinese music on Chinese instruments, both ancient and modern. In this performance a smaller ensemble plays a selection of their repertoire complete with drums and cymbals.. www.chinesemusic.org 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Opening Ceremonies Lions and Dragon Dancing Teams with Percussionists welcome all and, together with invited dignitaries, officially kick-off the 23nd annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in New York. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 pm BAAM Formed in the summer of 2011 with the stated goal of gathering some of New York’s top young musicians and songwriters into one group, BAAM is an energetic indie rock band with a strong Blues and jazz influence. The seven band members have performed with some of the world’s top musicians. 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 pm I Giullari di Piazza Tarantella songs and dances from the rich culture of South Italy. www.alessandrabelloni.com 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 pm Shaolin Masters Warrior monks from the Shaolin Temple perform martial arts. In the history of the Shaolin Temple, founded in 495 AD, generation after generation of monk generals and soldiers protected the temples from wars and riots of society, ARTS & CRAFTS TENT 15+ artists will be demonstrating traditional Chinese crafts including calligraphy, rice doll making, bead stringing, kite making, jeweled ornaments, ribbon flowers, paper cutting and much more. Children will be able to try their hand at making their own crafts. The Balloon Man (Twister) and face painter returns to the delight of all. Find them in the Arts & Crafts Tent. Visit the non-profit tent for information on programs and services. AARP China Institute Alley Pond Environment Flushing Town Hall Boy Scouts of America Girl Scouts of America Queens Library MOCA Asian Society NON-PROFIT TENT
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