Dune Restoration
On Friday, June 26 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., head to Beach 44th and the boardwalk to join RISE in planting the dunes. Help with invasive plant removal, beach cleanup, plantings, watering, and other tasks. Register at www.riserockaway.org/rise/events/
Rockaway Cove Paddle
On Friday, June 26 at 12:30 p.m., head to Riis Landing for a kayaking trip to Rockaway Point and back. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that won’t fall off. Kayaks, lifejackets and instruction provided. Call (347) 672 3210 to make a reservation.
Thrilla in Camilla
On Friday, June 26 at 7:30 p.m., head to the St. Camillus lot (185 Beach 99th St.) for a night of FDNY Bravest Boxing under the stars. Enjoy 12 bouts, bagpipes, food, drinks and more. Tickets: $40 for General Admission, $60 ringside. Advanced tickets at www.fdnyboxing.org
Catch the Buzz About Bees
On Saturday, June 27 at 10:30 a.m., head to Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to join a Park Ranger to learn all about NY’s native bees and what we can do to help them. Plus, learn how to make a bee hotel.
Rockaway Refresh Beach Cleanup
On Monday, June 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., head to Beach 87th Street and the boardwalk to join JBRPC for a beach cleanup. Sign a waiver at www.jbrpc.org/events
Native Plant Nursery
Planting
On Monday, June 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., head to the RISE Native Plant Nursery (190 Beach 44th Street) to help RISE plant trees, shrubs, and grasses. Register at www.riserockaway.org/rise/events/
Zumba!
On Monday, June 29 at 11 a.m., head to RISE (58-03 Rockaway Beach Blvd.) for a free Zumba class led by LaDeidre Smith from Rockaway YMCA. Enjoy an aerobic fitness workout that involves Latin-inspired dance.
Birding for Beginners
On Saturday, June 27 at 10:30 a.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to join a park ranger on a birding for beginners walk. All skill levels welcome. Binoculars provided. Dress for the weather.
Jamaica Bay Sunset Walk
On Monday, June 29 at 8 p.m., head to Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to join a park ranger on a peaceful walk and watch for wildlife while enjoying a beautiful Jamaica Bay sunset on the evening of a full moon.
America 250 Sunset Cocktails
On Wednesday, July 1 at 7:30 p.m., head to The Wharf (416 Beach 116th St.) to join the Rockaway Republican Club for a Toast to America! $75 for open bar and hor d’oeuvres. Open to all, regardless of party affiliation.
Patriot’s Parade
On Friday, July 3 at 8:15 a.m., dress in your best red, white and blue and march from the boardwalk at Beach 126th St. to Beach 129th St. Hosted by the Rockaway Republican Club but open to all regardless of party.
Kayaking for Beginners
On Saturdays and Sundays at 9:30 a.m., head to the Floyd Bennett Field Sea Plane Ramp for a free kayaking program for beginners. Open to ages 6 and up with an adult. Dress to get wet. Kayaks, personal floatation devices and instruction provided.
Yoga/Human Things To Do
Movement
On Sundays and Wednesdays at 8:30 a.m., head to the beach at Beach 102nd Street to join Kevin Campbell for yoga. Call 347-804-2559 for more info.
Body Weight Circuit
Training
On Tuesdays at 7 p.m., head to the Sorrentino Recreation Center (18-48 Cornaga Ave.) for a free body weight circuit training class with Edith.
Cardio Punch
On Saturdays at 11 a.m., head the Beach 60th boardwalk to join Gloria for Cardio Punch, a total body workout for all levels. Punch to the rhythms of motivating music.
