Community Corner
Get Out: Weekend Planner
Check out Douglaston Patch's list of places to have fun in your community.
It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.
Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.
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Where/When: Flushing Meadows Corona Park. On Friday, at 6 p.m.
Why Go: You can dance the night away, around Meadow Lake. Whether you're a novice Salsa dancer, or an expert, this is one event that is sure to get you moving.
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Pricing: Free
2. Live Jazz
Where/When: Papazzio Restaurant, 39-38 Bell Blvd., Bayside. On Thursday, until 10:30 p.m.
Why Go: For your ears, the smooth sounds of live music and, for your palate, the fine Italian cuisine and wine.
Pricing: Free to enter. Food and drink prices vary.
Where/When: 32-49 Francis Lewis Boulevard, Flushing On Friday or Saturday night.
Why Go: Any one of the choices from its signature drink list should be reason enough. Try El Coqui or classics, such as a Pina Colada or Sangria. Don't forget the flavorful Puerto Rican fare.
Pricing: Food and drink prices vary.
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Where/When: Fort Totten. On Sunday, at 10 a.m.
Why Go: The Urban Park Rangers will not only be your guides, but your teachers on the historical happenings of Fort Totten.
Pricing:
Where/When: Cinco de Mayo, 39-32 Bell Boulevard, Bayside. On Sunday, starting at noon.
Why Go: When you purchase an entree, such as as Huevos Rancheros or Machaca, you'll also get a drink from the bar, coffee or tea and a dessert.
Pricing: All for just $10.50.
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