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to help him with his amazing magic tricks. The
event is free, though ride and game tickets ranges
from $3 to $30. This event is held at Forest
Park Carousel Amusement Village in Forest Park.
For more details, call 718-788-2676.
MONDAY, JULY 30
12 Are you scared for upcoming job
interview? Then head to the Queens
Library! In this workshop, you will learn to prepare
for your interview, successfully deal with
difficult answers and follow up properly after.
Don’t miss this workshop at the Queens Library
in Flushing, 41-17 Main St. Registration is not
required.
13 Come and take some dancing lessons!
From 10:30 a.m. to noon, the
Queens Library are hold Chinese folk dancing
lessons for anyone who is interested in culture
or just curious! Dance your way to the Queens
Library in Elmhurst, 86-07 Broadway, Elmhurst.
No registration required!
14 Get ready to have a better understanding
of the African-American
culture! The African-American History Club is
organized to expose students to the rich heritage
of African-Americans and their personal
growth. This is held at the Queens Library in
Laurelton, 134-26 225th St., from 1:30 to 2:30
p.m. No registration is required.
TUESDAY, JULY 31
15 Come and join us for a live concert!
From 11 a.m. to noon, Darlene Graham
will perform a show that is filled with energy
as she shares the fun of growing up in a modern
family! Sing and move to Darlene’s original
and traditional songs about sunny days, going
to the beach, dancing and more! See the show
at Flushing Meadows Corona Park, 111th Street
and 53rd Avenue. Please bring a low chair or
blanket for this event.
16 Worried about taking a citizenship
exam? The Queens Library is here to
help you! From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., learn everything
you need to know about American history,
government and culture to pass your exam.
Students must be green card holders and call
718-278-4303 to register in advance. These are
taught at the Queens Library in Elmhurst, 86-07
Broadway, Elmhurst.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 1
17 Catskills Puppet Theater presents
“Sister Rain and Brother Sun”! From
6 to 7 p.m., come and witness the story about
Mother Nature, who must save the day when
Sister Rain stops watering the Earth after she
becomes jealous of Brother Sun. Join in and
save the Earth at the Lower Highland Playground
in Highland Park, Jackie Robinson Parkway.
18 Ever want to speak and understand
Mandarin? If yes, then head to the
Queens Library to learn! From 11 a.m. to noon,
Dr. Dave Wang will teach you the basic language
that you will need to eat, live and get around in
Mandarin-speaking countries. Practice with others
by speaking the language in order to learn it
more effectively. Don’t miss this session at the
Queens Library in Laurelton, 134-26 225th St.
Registration is not required!
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Bring your buckets and tools! From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 28, come and build an
award-winning sandcastle for the 23rd Annual Sandcastle Contest at the Rockaways! Prizes are
available several age categories. No experience necessary. This is free to attend. This contest is held
at Beach 117th Street in Rockaway Beach. For more information, call 718-318-4000.
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Camp and see the stars with the whole family! From 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 28, to 7 a.m. on
Sunday, July 29, the Urban Park Rangers invites you to create memories and a connection with
nature with the entire family. Celebrate the tradition of camping and a welcome change in your
life. Participants are chosen by lottery. Please visit nyc.gov/parks/rangers/register to register. Join
in on this special event at Alley Pond Park, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston. Call 718-352-1769
for more details. This event is free!