October Fun? It's In Queens!

October 2012 Calendar of Events Connect with us:

Oct. 2, 7 p.m. Don Francisco: Join Latin America's most famous TV host for a rare NYC appearance, intimate discussion and reception presented by Univisi�n to celebrate 50 years of S�bado Gigante, the longest-running variety show in any language. $25; $15/members. Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35 Ave., Astoria. 718-777-6888

Oct. 6, 11 a.m. Columbus Day Parade: Sponsored by the Federation of Italian American Organizations of Queens, the parade starts on Steinway St., left to 30 Ave., right to 33 St., and ends at reviewing stand on Astoria Blvd. and 31 St.

Oct. 6, 12 p.m. Hispanic Heritage Festival: Learn to make a Puerto Rican pastel�n (similar to Shepherd's Pie) and enjoy the sounds of Argentine tango (2 p.m.) and Spanish "cuadro flamenco" (3:30 p.m.). Free. Langston Hughes Library, 100-01 Northern Blvd., Corona. 718-651-1100

Oct. 7, 1 p.m. Final Paddles - Kayaking: Stop by for your last chance to kayak/canoe in 2012. No experience necessary. All ages are welcome; under 18 must be accompanied by parent. Wear clothing and shoes to get wet. Free. Hallets Cove, 31-05 Vernon Blvd., LIC. 718-228-9214

Oct. 7, 2 p.m. Oktoberfest: Take a quick visit to Munich and enjoy the essence of Germany with an Oompah band, Bavarian dancers and specialty fare including jagerschnitzel with braised red cabbage, warm German potato salad and kringle. Resorts World Casino New York City, 110-00 Rockaway Blvd., South Jamaica

Oct. 7 & 13, 2 p.m. Epicenter of Graffiti Culture: Tour one of the largest "street art" exhibitions. Explore and learn about its history and ties to the music community, and witness a spray-painting demo by its curator. Admission: $35. 5 Pointz, 45-46 Davis St., LIC. 317-219-2685

Oct. 12-28, 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. Bubba's Fish Market: The neighborhood's favorite fish joint is threatened by high rent, but its loyal customers won't let it go down without a fight. $30; $12.50/kids. Black Spectrum Theatre, 177th Street & Baisley Blvd., Jamaica, 718-723-1800 x14

Oct. 21 & 28. 5K runs at Forest Park and Fort Totten Park: Participate in a scenic 5K race at Woodhaven's 542-acre flagship Forest Park on Oct. 21 at 10 a.m. ($14; $20 after Oct. 19), or join Bayside's 11th annual 5K run through historic Fort Totten Park on Oct. 28 at 9 a.m. ($25; $30 after Oct. 10)

Oct. 21, 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Bubblemania: After having sold-out shows last March, Casey Carle returns with his amazing combination of comedy and brilliant bubbling. $14. Queens Theatre, 14 United Nations Ave. S., Flushing Meadows Corona Park. 718-760-0064

Oct. 25-Nov. 10. Ich, K�rbisgeist: A drama set in a quasi-medieval landscape facing destruction where five characters speak an invented language as they sing, dance and harvest pumpkin seeds in an intimate theater. $15. The Chocolate Factory Theater, 5-49 49 Ave., LIC. 718-482-7069

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Free Admission with "Discover Queens"

Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m. The performance 7 [Seven]

combines song, dance and visual effects for an emotional journey exploring the influences of the seven deadly sins. LaGuardia Performing Arts Center, 31-10 Thomson Ave. LIC. 718-482-7206. Free admission if you mention "Discover Queens" at the ticket booth on show day.

2012 It's In Queens Restaurant Week

Oct. 8-11 & 15-18
Enjoy $25 three-course, prix fixe menus at your favorite restaurants in the most diverse county in the world. Kickoff event on Oct. 2 in front of Queens Borough Hall, 120-55 Queens Blvd., at noon. More details here.

Oct. 6 - 7, Gain free access to various NYC's sites including private residencies and historic houses, public works, gardens and graveyards. See Queens listings.

New Queens Exhibits

Oct. 3 - April 2013, Hammer, Chisel, Drill at The Noguchi Museum: Immerse and explore Noguchi's working process through a handful of studios that the namesake sculptor kept from New York to Japan. Curator's talk to be held on Oct. 14.

Ongoing-Oct. 20, Vision & Emotion at Diego Salazar Gallery: Opened for Hispanic Heritage Month, this Latin American Group show displays a selection of works from 14 local emerging and well- established artists.

Halloween Fun

This October in Queens, expect Canine Costume Contests, a Halloween Ice Skating Party, Trick-or-Treating, a Spook-Tacular Hike, a tour of the borough's own Haunted House, Adult Costume Parties and much more. Visit our Halloween and Harvest Festivals page.

Rob Schneider Live

Emmy-nominated actor and comedian comes to Queens on Nov. 17. $40. Purchase your tickets before they sell out!
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