New York City's Parks & Recreation Department has announced its' schedule of events for the Summer of 2010. It's a full schedule - with a nice variety of events, and all of them are free of charge. You can look over the entire schedule on the Park's Department Website - this page lists only the events at the Seuffert Bandshell in Forest Park. There's a large parking lot next to the bandshell, a nice picnic/barbecue area adjacent to the bandshell, and clean bathroom facilities.
As you know, the Seuffert Bandshell has been undergoing some renovations -- particularly the seating area -- and there was some concern that we'd miss out on the summer fun. But starting with the first week of August, there will be plnty of fun scheduled at the bandshell.
Here is a list of events scheduled for this summer -- or you can click here for the official brochure (which also has Highland Park events not listed below):
SHIRLEY ALSTON REEVES
Wednesday, August 4, 7:30 PM
Enjoy this Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame member and former lead singer of the hit group the Shirelles!
George Seuffert Bandshell
Sponsored by Ridgewood Savings Bank
MARY LAMONT BAND
Wednesday, August 11, 7:30 PM
Enjoy a night of country music.
George Seuffert Bandshell
Presented by NY Metro Country Music Association
"The Queen of Long Island Country" - Newsday
"Winner, 2008 BAND OF THE YEAR" - New York Metro CMA
FEATURED ARTIST - Long Island Blues Society
Mary Lamont's Official Website
We had the pleasure of seeing the Mary Lamont Band at Forest Park last summer -- they put on a great show.
MACBETH
Wednesday, August 18, 7:30 PM
Shakespeare's famous psychological thriller performed by Hip to Hip Theatre Company.
George Seuffert Bandshell
TAMING OF THE SHREW
Sunday, August 22, 7:30 PM
Shakespeare's story of the battle of the sexes performed by Hip to Hip Theatre Company.
George Seuffert Bandshell
BROADWAY TRIBUTE
Wednesday, August 25, 7:30 PM
Enjoy your favorite show tunes from Broadways greatest hits live!
George Seuffert Bandshell
Sponsored by Astoria Federal Savings Bank
LET’S HANG ON - Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons Tribute
Wednesday, September 1, 7:30 PM
Enjoy the greatest hits of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons.
George Seuffert Bandshell
Sponsored by Maspeth Federal Savings & Loan
Apart from the events at the bandshell, there are tons of other events at various playgrounds around Forest Park:
DANCING UNDER THE STARS
Mondays, June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Wallenberg Square
Sponsored by the Forest Park Trust, Inc.
SLEEPING BEAUTY
Wednesday, June 23, 7:00 PM
Puppets in the Park recreate this classic tale with marionettes.
Jackson Pond Playground
Sponsored by City Parks Foundation
SIMON SEZ
Wednesday, June 30, 7:00 PM
Dry Harbor Playground
Sponsored by CM Elizabeth Crowley
SLEEPING BEAUTY
Wednesday, July 7, 7:00 PM
Live musical performance of this classic tale performed by Plaza Theatrical.
Dry Harbor Playground
Sponsored by the Forest Park Trust, Inc.
ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Wednesday, July 14, 7:00 PM
Enjoy this wonderful tale performed live by Pattycake Theatre.
Mary Whalen Playground
Sponsored by the Forest Park Trust, Inc.
DANCING UNDER THE STARS FINALE
Monday, July 19, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Featuring the live band O.N.S.
Wallenberg Square
Sponsored by the Forest Park Trust, Inc.
ANNA JACK’S CIRCUS
Wednesday, July 21, 7:00 PM
World-renowned and record holding performer of amazing Hoola Hoop feats.
Sobelsohn Playground
Sponsored by the Forest Park Trust, Inc.
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
Sunday, July 25th, 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Shakespeare’s popular comedy performed by Black Henna Productions.
Wallenberg Square
JOHN PIZZI & COMPANY
Wednesday, July 28, 7:00 PM
Enjoy this entertaining family show with ventriloquism, illusions and comedy.
Dry Harbor Playground
Sponsored by the Forest Park Trust, Inc.
BACK TO SCHOOL
Monday, September 13, 3:00 - 5:30 PM
Gear up for the new school year with give-a-ways, music, games and more!
Dry Harbor Playground
5K & FUN RUN
Sunday, October 3, 9:00 AM
Participate in FREE track and field games and run in our $1 Fun Run and $14 5K race fundraiser at Victory Field. *Registration Required for 5K race.
Sponsored by Astoria Federal Savings Bank, TD Bank, and the Forest Park Runners
FREE FOREST PARK SPORTS
Sponsored by NY State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo
*All sport clinics begin the week of July 12th and run through August 20th
KARATE, ages 12 and up
Tuesdays, 3:00 to 4:30 PM
Classes are in Oak Ridge
Forest Parkway & Forest Park Drive
SKATE BOARDING, ages 7 - 14
Mondays, 10:00 AM - Noon
Forest Park Skate Park
Woodhaven Blvd. & Forest Park Drive
We'll try and make it to the park to cover most of these events - we hope to see you there!
If you have any comments, or would like to suggest other projects, drop us a line at info@projectwoodhaven.com or projectwoodhaven@aol.com.
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