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Get Out: Hot Celebs and Think Pink
Enjoy a great weekend with these fun activities all near your neighborhood.
Can we talk? Queen of comedy Joan Rivers is in town for a night of laughs with her unique brand of humor. A guest appearance by comedian Dick Capri gives you a two-for-one bargain deal. But first, attend a happy hour with celebrity housewife Kelly Bensimon, from The Real Housewives of New York City, for breast cancer awareness month.
Then venture outdoors for a pumpkin party at Alley Pond or play in the corn maze at Queens County Farm Museum. And finally, Hispanic Heritage month continues with a celebration of new world exploration at the New York Hall of Science. This Columbus Day weekend, it’s time to expand your horizons.
Where/When: Queensborough Community College in the Humanities Theatre, 222-05 56th Ave., Bayside, on Sunday at 7:30 p.m.
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Why Go: Legendary comedienne Joan Rivers gives you live comedy: raw and uncensored. You’ll laugh so many times during one show your face will freeze that way. Special guest comedian Dick Capri appears for a double grand slam.
Pricing: $45 all seats
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Where/When: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, on Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m.
Why Go: The entire family will be amazed by this corn maze and its winding pathways. Play games among the towering corn stalks and see a scarecrow or two.
Pricing: Tickets are $5
Where/When: New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th St., Corona, on Sunday at 11 a.m.
Why Go: Find out what happened after the famed explorer Christopher Columbus arrived in the new world. Discover the legacy of central and Latin American cultures with interactive games, music and curious science facts.
Pricing: Event is free with $11 adult admission; $8 for children
Where/When: Long Island Children’s Museum Theater, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City, on Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. Show times may vary.
Why Go: This classic fairytale magically comes alive with help from an adorable Goldilocks and three cuddly bears. Follow Goldilocks on her unsolicited visit to the bears’ house and meet all the characters after the big finale.
Pricing: $8 with museum admission; $6 members; $12 for theater only
Where/When: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston, on Sunday from 1:30 p.m. until 2:45 p.m.
Why Go: Orange you glad it’s pumpkin season? This pumpkin party includes outdoor games, trail walks and live animals. It’s the perfect way to welcome the crisp fall weather.
Pricing: Members pay $10; nonmembers pay $15
Where/When: Sugar Dining Den and Social Club, 246 Voice Road, Carle Place, on Thursday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: The former high-fashion model Kelly Bensimon is the second feisty reality TV housewife to appear at the dinner club. Help her celebrate breast cancer awareness month with a reality-style party. A DJ will be spinning dance music into the late hours.
Pricing: Cover charge