Attend a screening at the Museum of the Moving Image, experience
opera in a new way, celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and do more
at these events in Queens.
SATURDAY, JAN. 17
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Peter Aaron/Esto. Courtesy of Museum of Moving Image
Anne
Hathaway will attend a screening of her movie, “Song One,” at the
Museum of the Moving Image, with director Kate Barker-Froyland on Jan.
21.
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The QNS Collective is hosting “We Will Be Here,” an exhibition of
photographs by Salvador Espinoza. The images take a look at how the
rapid development of Dutch Kills is changing the neighborhood. 7 to 10
p.m. Free. 36-27 36th St., 2nd Floor. For more details, email
hello@qnscollective.com
As part of their First Look Festival, the Museum of the Moving Image
is screening “I for Iran (I Comme Iran).” The film tells the story of
post-revolution Iran through the eyes of a Belgian filmmaker of Iranian
descent, as she learns to read and write in Persian. Director Sanaz
Irani will be present at the screening. Tickets: $12/free for members at
Film Lover Level and above. Book your tickets online at
www.movingimage.us. 4:30 p.m. 36-01 35th Ave.
Forget the cold weather for one night and take a trip outdoors. This
time of the year is perfect to go stargazing. Look up and you may just
be able to see the Winter Triangle, Sirius, Orion, the Big Dipper and
the North Star. Astronomer Mark Freilich will guide you at the Alley
Pond Environmental Center from 7 to 9 p.m. $15. 228-06 Northern Blvd.
Call 718-229-4000 for more details.
SUNDAY, JAN. 18
An exhibition about urban renewal plans adopted in New York City is
ongoing at the Queens Museum. These plans transformed the city and
affected millions of New Yorkers. 596 Acres, an organization that works
for community land access, will present three panel discussions on urban
renewal at the museum from noon to 6 p.m. They will cover topics such
as the law of eminent domain, affordable housing and the struggle for
Cooper Square. RSVP is required; visit the Events page at
queensmuseum.org to register. Call the museum at 718-592-9700 for more information. New York City Building at Flushing Meadows Corona Park.
On the eve of MLK Day, children between the ages of 5 and 12 can
learn book making and honor change makers with the
Polit-Sheer-Form-Office exhibit at the Queens Museum’s Drop-In Family
Workshop. Children with special needs are welcome. Free. Registration
not required. 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Call the museum at 718-592-9700 for more
information. New York City Building in Flushing Meadows Corona Park.
Ever wondered what an opera would be like if it is sung in English
but the lyrics are set to music by the Japanese string instrument, the
koto? Visit the Flushing Town Hall to experience this fusion magic with
Beloved Prey, an opera about a mother antelope whose baby has been
adopted by a lioness and how she has to fight to get it back. Besides
the opera, the concert also features Moon Princess song Cycle, a
performance about a moon princess who has to leave her adoptive parents
on Earth behind when the people of the moon come to take her back. Free.
2 p.m. 137-35 Northern Blvd.
Take some time to stand and stare. The exhibition “An Aesthetics of
Slowness” opens at the Dorsky Gallery from 2 to 5 p.m. It features art
around the theme of “uncertainty of physical experiences and
perceptions,” according to the gallery. Pencil drawings, photograms,
photographs, paintings and installations convey the point. Free. 11-03
45th Ave. Call 718-937-6317 for more details.
The Kupferberg Center for the Arts is hosting the Dance Theatre of
Harlem for its inaugural Martin Luther King Celebration at the Colden
Auditorium. The 44-year-old theatre comprises dancers from diverse
racial backgrounds who take classical and neoclassical ballet and give
it a contemporary twist. Rev. Floyd Flake will give the keynote address.
Tickets: $35. 4 to 5:30 p.m. 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Call the box office at
718-793-8080.
The Queens World Film Festival 2015 will run from March 17 to 22 this
year. It’s kicking off with a party at Monika’s Cafe Bar in Astoria
from 6 p.m. There will be networking and happy hour all night. Meet the
team behind the festival. 3290 36th St.
MONDAY, JAN. 19
It’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Honor the memory of this change
maker by volunteering at Roy Wilkins Recreation Center. The NYC Parks
and Partnership for Parks are organizing projects to spruce up the
center. Projects include painting and other indoor activities.
Preregistration is required due to limited space. Visit
http://www.nycgovparks.org/reg/mlk-day-of-service/544
to register. Volunteers have to be more than 14 years old. 177th St.
and Baisley Blvd. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Call 718-276-8686 for more
details.
Volunteers are invited to join Natural Areas Volunteers (NAV) at
Idlewild Park in removing floatable debris left behind by Hurricane
Sandy. You’ll learn about cleanup techniques while helping to protect
the wetlands of the park. Remember to wear sturdy boots or shoes and
dress warmly in clothing you wouldn’t mind getting dirty. This event is
meant for adults and teenagers of high school age and above. Space is
limited so preregistration is required. Call 212-360-3318 or email
nav@parks.nyc.gov to register. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. 230th Place and
149th Ave.
The Oratorio Society of Queens is holding auditions for its spring
performance of Hadyn’s “Missa in Angustiis,” also known as Lord Nelson
Mass. Auditions begin at 7 p.m. at the FSG Hall at Temple Beth Sholom
and will be conducted under the direction of Maestro David Close. Those
who pass the audition will start rehearsals immediately, from 7:45 p.m.
The OSQ rehearses every Monday from 7:45 to 10 p.m. at the same venue.
Call 718-279-3006 to reserve your spot in the auditions.
TUESDAY, JAN. 20
The Queens Botanical Garden’s Art in the Garden series will now
showcase the works of Paul Lin. The artist combines natural materials
with traditional craft techniques to create beautiful landscapes and
portraits. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free with garden admission: $4 adults/$3
seniors/$2 students with ID and children over 3 years old. Call
718-886-3800 or email rforlenza@queensbotanical.org for more details.
Photographer Jack Bradley’s longtime friendship with Louis Armstrong
gave him access that made it possible for him to create beautiful images
of the legendary musician’s private life. Those images are now on
display for the public at the Louis Armstrong House Museum’s new
exhibit, “To Jack Bradley, the ‘Greatest’ Photo Taker.” Also on display
are some of the artifacts associated with Armstrong that Bradley
collected over the years. Visitors can see a Giardineli trumpet
mouthpiece that Armstrong gifted Bradley, a rare recording Armstrong
autographed and photos of the musician on the road and at home. Museum
hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets: $10 adults/$7 seniors (65 years and
older), children above the age of 4 and students. 34-56 107th St.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 21
If your New Year’s resolution is to give back to your community, then
visit the Voelker Orth Museum and attend their Volunteer Open House.
This nonprofit organization has several opportunities for volunteers to
use their talents in gardening, research, event management and
marketing, among others. Learn about these opportunities while sipping a
cup of tea in a house that’s more than 100 years old. To RSVP, call
718-359-6227 or email info@vomuseum.org. 11 a.m. 149-19 38th Ave.
Anne Hathaway will attend a screening of her movie, “Song One,” at
the Museum of the Moving Image, with director Kate Barker-Froyland.
“Song One” is a romantic drama that tells the story of Franny (Hathaway)
and her musical journey against the backdrop of Brooklyn’s indie music
culture. The film premiered at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival. 7 p.m.
Tickets: $25/$15 members at Film Lover, Dual and Family levels/free for
Silver Screen members and above. Visit
www.movingimage.us to order tickets. 36-01 35th Ave.
THURSDAY, JAN. 22
When a picture speaks a thousand words, what better way to tell a
story than with photos? Get introduced to cameras and learn the basics
about still photography. Participants will be taught about apertures,
shutter speeds and other settings that can be used to create interesting
images. Queens Library at Lefrak City. 4 to 5 p.m. Preregistration
required; register by calling 718-592-7677 or visiting 98-30 57th
Avenue.
Learn more about the life of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther
King Jr. at the Queens Library’s branch in Baisley Park. Urban Stages is
presenting “The Gates of Equality,” a drama that ties MLK’s speeches
and press conferences with a fictional narrative. 5 to 6 p.m.
Registration not required. 117-11 Sutphin Blvd.
The Queens Library in Laurelton is hosting a screening of the
documentary “Muhammed Ali: When We Were Kings” (1996; rated PG) from 6
to 7:45 p.m. The documentary looks at Ali’s match with George Foreman in
1974 in Zaire, and includes commentary by legends such as B.B. King and
Spike Lee. Registration not required. 134-26 225 St.
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