FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.queenscourier.com SEPTEMBER 26, 2013 • BUZZ • THE QUEENS COURIER 71 buzz ity that coral reefs, which have been perhaps the most enduring and essential life forms in Earth’s history, are being threatened with extinction as a result of human pollution. Screening times are Monday through Friday 11:30 a.m. and 2:15 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 6 and older. For more information, visithttp:// www.nysci.org/visit/events/ event/3dlastreef The Museum of Moving Image will screen “Single Stream” by Powel Wojtasik, Toby Lee, and Ernst Karel. Focused on the themes of excess, waste, and the consequences of a high-consuming culture, “Single Stream” offers a refl ection of American society by exploring a recovery facility in Charlestown, Massachusetts, which sorts out refuse that is processed daily for recycling. The audience discovers the systems upon which the plant is run and captures the intricate processes contrived to treat the immense amount of waste Americans produce on a daily basis. For more information, visit http://www.movingimage.us/ exhibitions/2013/07/03/detail/singlestream/ or call 718-777-6888 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5 The Queens County Farm captures the essence of autumn in its Kickoff to Fall. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy apple cider, donuts, Hudson Valley apples and pie. Admission is free. For additional details, call 718-347-3276 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 Focusing on the mission of kids, families, and community, the Cross Island YMCA is holding a day of fun for the entire family on Saturday, October 12. Start off the day with the Family Fitness 5K and Fun Runs. The 5K begins at 8 a.m. leaving from the Cross Island YMCA. Participants will run a safe course around the neighborhood and fi nish again at the Y. After the 5K, there will be two kid’s fun runs on the track; a ½ mile run for kids 6-12 and a 1/8 of a mile run for kids 5 and under. After the run join them for a Vendor Fair, Open House and live viewing of the online auction. They will also have family friendly entertainment and activities throughout the day. Tours and one-day guest passes are available for all guests that day. Plus, the Cross Island YMCA is holding a special until Monday, October 14: join the YMCA and Pay $0 Joiner’s Fee. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 Plan for a day of family fun at the Queens Botanical Garden’s (QBG) Harvest Fest & Pumpkin Patch. The day’s events include a bird & nature walk, face painting, Tai Chi demonstration, petting zoo and pony rides and of course the pumpkin patch ($5/ pumpkin, while supplies last)! QBG is located at 43-50 Main Street. For more info, call 718-886-3800 THROUGH OCTOBER 20 Explore the life and legacy of a scientifi c icon in the new exhibition “Tesla’s Wonderful World of Electricity” at the New York Hall of Science. Scientist and inventor Nikola Tesla held nearly 300 patents in 26 countries. His contributions range from the alternating current (AC) motor to X-rays, remote controls and fl uorescent lighting. Tesla’s Wonderful World of Electricity presents working models of his inventions, models of his laboratories and plants, photographic reproductions, and a narrative about Tesla’s life and work. Free with NYSCI admission. Tesla’s Wonderful World of Electricity is presented in collaboration with the Nikola Tesla Museum of Belgrade, Serbia. The Hall of Science is located at 47-01 111 Street, Corona. For more info, call 718-699-0005 THROUGH OCTOBER 27 The Queens Botanical Garden hosts Invasive Pigments, a research-based program aimed at learning about the effect of humans on plant migration and plant health. Elllie Irons, facilitator of the project, has stated that not only does Invasive Pigments foster questioning about the labels “alien,” “native” and “invasive” for plant species, but also about the larger implications of human development and technology on plants. For more information, call 718-886-3800 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 TO SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 The Queens County Farm will open its pumpkin patch on October 5 in celebration of pumpkin month and the onset of fall. Explore the various fi elds with the whole family to fi nd your favorite pumpkin. For more info, call 718-437-3276 FROM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 THROUGH MARCH, 2014 Socrates Sculpture Park explores the risks, work, and prospects associated with creative design in its Emerging Artist Fellowship (EAF) Program. The EAF is a vital component of Socrates in that it refl ects the mission of the park’s founders to provide a platform that allows motivated artists to engage their community in a way that displays their individuality and passion. Exhibition will open at 2 p.m. For more info, call 718-956-1819 KIDS HAPS The leaves changing color doesn’t signal the end of discovery at Queens Botanical Garden (QBG) as it presents special sessions of the HSBC Children’s Garden Fall Sessions: Saturday, September 28, 2 to 4 p.m. Come cook at QBG. We will make some fresh snacks with vegetables from the Garden and we will make our own some apple cider. Come see how cider is made and make your own in our cider mill. Plant some herbs to take home for the winter. Sunday, October 6, 2 to 4 p.m. Make a bird house for the birds to live in over the winter. Go on a bird walk and record what you fi nd. Take home a fall plant for your house. Saturday, October 26, 2 to 4 p.m. ANNIVERSARY BASH The Louis Armstrong House Museum celebrates its 10-year anniversary on Tuesday, October 15. It has welcomed 100,000 visitors since opening its doors to the public as a historic house in 2003. The Anniversary Bash begins at 6 p.m. with a really hot program. It includes a special performance by The Hot Sardines and Creole creations based on Louis’s own recipes prepared by The Cooking Channel’s Tamara Reynolds and her company, Van Alst Kitchen; and, if that wasn’t hot enough, the museum will unveil Louis Armstrong’s Life Mask, which has recently been restored and will be on display for the fi rst time in the Museum’s history. The Louis Armstrong House Museum’s Anniversary Bash will be held in the Armstrong garden at 34-56 107th Street. Tickets are $30, $45 and $100, include beer and wine, and must be purchased in advance. $45 tickets include a limited-edition commemorative print of Louis Armstrong and $100 tickets include the print plus one-year museum membership. Tickets can be purchased online at LouisArmstrongHouse.org. For more information go to LouisArmstrongHouse.org or call Louis Armstrong House Museum at 718-478-8274. Let’s put our vegetable beds to sleep. We will cover them with leaves, plant some bulbs and some garlic. Take a walk around the Garden to see the changing leaves and make a leaf collage. Plant onion or garlic to take home. Per Session: $15 non-members / $12 members 4 Sessions: $55 non-members / $45 members QBG is located at 43-50 Main Street. For more information, call 718-886- 3800 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 At 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. at Queens Theatre, Michael Cooper spins tales and weaves stories using an unusual and colorful cast of characters. Creating a world where dogs wear hats, wild stallions are tamed, giant noses sneeze and fi sh bait candy to catch children in a pond, Masked Marvels & Wondertales is an unforgettable experience. Queens Theatre is located at 14 United Nations Avenue South, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. For more information, call 718-760-0064 The Alley Pond Environmental Center (APEC) offers a wealth of programming for kids including: Sunny Bunnies (ages 3 – 4), which offers children hands-on opportunities with animals, exploration of our nature trails, discussions on different nature topics, crafts, free play, music time and more. Explore the wonderful world of nature! Snack included. BRING A BAG LUNCH. Limited to 12 participants. Participants must be toilet trained. APEC is located at 228-06 Northern Boulevard. For more info, call 718-229-4000 TO HAVE YOUR EVENT APPEAR HERE POST IT @ QUEENSCOURIER.COM EDITOR’S PICK
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