56 THE COURIER SUN • JANUARY 19, 2017 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.qns.com happenings > JAN19-25 THURSDAY, JAN. 19 1Do you want to excel at chess? Learn how to master the classic game of skill and strategy at the Middle Village Library Chess Club. Meets every Thursday from 4:30 to 6 p.m.; open to kids. Middle Village Library, 72-31 Metropolitan Ave. For more information, call 718-326-1390. FRIDAY, JAN. 20 2 Explore the physics of how things move as the New York Hall of Science tinkers with cars and trains on ramps, paints with wheels, and helps kids build their own vehicles from recycled materials. There will be hands-on science experiments and sensory-rich projects in workshops specially designed for young children, ages 3 to 5, with autism spectrum disorder and their parents and siblings. Sometimes creativity can get messy, so please dress your little scientist (and yourself) in old clothing that can be splattered. Free. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th St., Corona. For more information or to register, email dmeza@ nysci.org or call 718-699-0005, ext. 341. 3 The Museum of the Moving Images has a new release from the U.S. theatrical premiere, “Starless Dreams.” The film takes place at a juvenile detention center on the outskirts of Tehran. Director Mehrdad Oskouei, one of Iran’s most prominent filmmakers, spent seven years securing access to this all-female facility, and he makes the awkwardness of being a male filmmaker in their environment a poignant and powerful aspect of his project. Screenings through Jan. 29, times vary. $15 admission. Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria. For more information, visit www. movingimage.us. 4 Enjoy an evening of Southern rock/blues and gospel with Astoria resident and Alabama native Christine Cherry at The Queens Kickshaw in Astoria. Cherry covers some of country music’s biggest stars including Dolly Parton, Regina Spektor, Reba McIntyre and the Dixie Chicks. 9 to 11:30 p.m., The Queens Kickshaw, 40-17 Broadway, Astoria. For more information, call 718-777-0913 or visit http://thequeenskickshaw. com/events. SATURDAY, JAN. 21 6 Multiple Grammy nominee, Steinway artist, ACE awardee, pianist and composer Gustavo Casenave presents his eclectic quartet at Flushing Town Hall. The quartet features legendary jazz bassist John Patitucci. The group will perform Casenave’s original chamber jazz, tango and classical works. They will be joined by cellist Sachi Patitucci and violinist Nick Danielson for an adventurous and memorable evening of passionate music and talent. 7:30 p.m., Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd., Flushing. For more information, visit www.flushingtownhall. org. 7 The highly engaging and informative program “Family Festival: Meet the Veggies” will be run by hands-on science educators from GrowingGreat and The Discovery Center at the Queens Library Central branch. There will be educational workshops for children, with five activity stations throughout the science center and library where families will take a “Veggie Menu” with them to be stamped at each station. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 89-11 Merrick Blvd., Jamaica. For more details, visit http:// www.queenslibrary.org/kids/ discovery. 8 Support the LGBT movement in Queens by attending the Winter Pride benefit in Astoria on Saturday night. Honorees include Councilman I. Daneek Miller, Chris Calvert, Andrew Ronan and Chutney Pride Inc. Ticket purchase includes cocktail hour, dinner, dessert, dancing and open bar. 7 p.m., Astoria World Manor, 25-22 Astoria Blvd., Astoria. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.queenspride.org. SUNDAY, JAN. 22 9 Experience the magical world of vintage animation, projected on 16mm film as it often was in homes through much of the 20th century, at the Voelker Orth Museum in Flushing. Film historian Tom Stathes will present a delightful afternoon of vintage cartoons from Pat Sullivan Studios, including Felix the Cat. $5 admission, children under 3 free. 2 p.m., Voelker Orth Museum, 149- 19 38th Ave., Flushing. For more information, call 718- 359-6227 or visit www.vomuseum. org. 11 Come in from the cold and visit the Ridgewood Y for a “Winter Luau” featuring fun, tropical-themed activities for the whole family. Enjoy sand art, limbo, games and prizes, and paint your very own suncatcher. Free for members and the community; register at the front desk. 1 to 3 p.m., Ridgewood Y, 69-02 64th St., Ridgewood. For more information, call 212-912-2192 or email tteng@ymcanyc.org. MONDAY, JAN. 23 12 Children, too, can benefit from meditation, as you’ll find out during the “Mediation for Kids” class at the Woodhaven Library. Open to kids from ages 5 through 12, the exercise helps youngsters understand not only how to meditate, but also why it’s helpful to their lives. 4 to 5 p.m., Woodhaven Library, 85-41 Forest Pkwy. For more information, call 718-849-1010. 13 Spend some quality time with your family and maybe even enjoy the thrill of victory during Family Game Night at the Middle Village Library. Families, caregivers and children are welcome for a fun-filled night full of classic board games to enjoy. 3:45 to 4:45 p.m., Middle Village Library, 72-31 Metropolitan Ave. For more information, call 718-326-1390. 14 Admit it: You’ve always wanted to cut a rug and be a ballroom dance master. Now you can live out your dream by taking part in a free ballroom dancing class at the Forest Hills Library. Jing Chen studied ballroom dance at the school founded by internationally acclaimed dancers Mr. and Mrs. Lu Ming Da. Mr. Chen is a skilled instructor who will give lessons in ballroom basics for beginners and offer training for more advanced students. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Forest Hills Library, 108-19 71st Ave. For more information, call 718-268-7934. TUESDAY, JAN. 24 15 In this competitive job market, it is vitally important not only to know LIST OF 18 THINGS TO DO Come learn all about trees at the Queens Botanical Garden’s wonderful Winter Trees program. Kids will learn about the various parts of trees and their functions, and will use parts of trees to make a craft for take home. Activities are geared for 4- to 10-year-olds, but all are welcome to attend. 11 a.m., Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing. For information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-family-programs-tickets-29051246059. 5 EDITOR’S PICK
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