Latest Events in Queens County(May Updated)

Create a “compost menu” for Blind Lemon Nightcrawler, play the giant Wormland game, make slime, and learn all about worms. Create a “compost menu” for Blind Lemon Nightcrawler, play the giant Wormland game, make slime, and learn all about worms’ vital roles in soil. Join the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) and 15 Minute Field Trips for a year of family-friendly guided walks along the Woonasquatucket River Greenway. Explore the science of nature, craft, and play, while discovering the plants, animals, and habitats right in your community. Location and Parking The walk begins at the Woonasquatucket River Greenway where it intersects Goldsmith St—you can use the address 15 Goldsmith St, Johnston, RI 02919 in your GPS. This area along the Woonasquatucket River is called The Manton Pond site and includes a Native Plant Garden, The Manton Outdoor Classroom, the Manton Fishway, and examples of stormwater management and streambank restoration. The transformation of this area into a vibrant community space is part of WRWC’s work in restoring the health of the Woonasquatucket River while creating a new hub for education, recreation, and resilience. There are limited parking spaces at the Manton Outdoor Classroom, including handicap spots. If these fill up, there are overflow spots further down on either side of Goldsmith St. Difficulty/Accessibility These walks are open to all ages and accessible to most paces. The walk moves at an exploratory pace, stopping frequently and usually covering about a mile over the course of an hour. The Woonasquatucket River Greenway is a paved, multi-function trail. It is wheelchair accessible but currently does not get plowed/salted in the winter. There is not a public bathroom or water source at this site, so plan accordingly. The nearest public restroom is at the Cumberland Farms on Killingly Ave. Language This guided walk is conducted primarily in English. Part of our Monthly Series: Greenway Wild Walks Greenway Wild Walks are monthly scheduled family-friendly strolls on the Woonasquatucket Greenway and the perfect way for you to get to know your wild neighbors. These walks are led by Melissa of 15 Minute Field Trip s and take place the third Saturday of the month from 2-3:30 pm (with a few exceptions, see dates!). Each walk highlights a featured species or environmental subject, and includes hands-on elements like crafts, games, and pelts and furs to interact with. The Woonasquatucket River is a unique wildlife corridor near you with diverse flora and fauna to explore. Join these monthly community walks, and you can also discover some of the life along the river ANYTIME on this iNaturalist page , and add your own observations! This event is offered by the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC), a 501c non profit that works to create, restore, and sustain the Woonasquatucket River, its Greenway, and its communities. Through environmental education, restoration projects, recreation programs, and advocacy, WRWC builds a vibrant, healthy watershed that connects people and nature across Rhode Island. This event is offered by the WRWC in partnership with 15 Minute Field Trips, an organization dedicated to connecting people of all ages with the outdoors through accessible, hands-on learning experiences. Together, we aim to inspire curiosity, foster environmental stewardship, and encourage exploration of the natural world in our own communities. If you want to share your pictures with us, please upload photos from "January 31st 2-3:30: Tracks and Snow" to https://photos.app.goo.gl/nXQia8FDWCxMdXyR6 2026 Greenway Wild Walks January 31st 2-3:30: Tracks and Snow February 28th 2-3:30: Curious About Coyotes? March 28th 2-3:30: Looking Under Logs April 25th 2-3:30: Awesome Opossums May 30th 2-3:30: Worms and the Compost Cafe June 27th 2-3:30: Brilliant Beavers July 25th 2-3:30: Totally Turtles August 29th 2-3:30: Secret of the Squirrels September 26th 2-3:30: Insect Orchestra October 24th 2-3:30: Fungus Among Us Fall Walk November 28th 2-3:30: Likable Lichens December 19th 2-3:30: Winter Wreaths Information Source: Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council | eventbrite

Join us for a book signing with best selling author Cressida Cowell at her NEW book Dragon School. All tickets include a copy of the book. Join us for an after school signing with Cressida Cowell at Linghams bookshop Ticket include a copy of the book and admits 1 child and adult. This is a signing and there will be queuing to get into the shop, please check the weather! About the Book Dragon School Welcome to How to train your dragon school. Where Viking and Dragon Heroes are made! Join Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third and his dragons, Toothless and Windwalker, in their hilarious, hair-raising adventures at the Isle of Berk's Training School for Vikings and Dragons. Where they are BOTTOM in pretty much everything. Disastrous Lesson Number Two: Boarding-An-Enemy-Ship-At-Sea Hiccup and his fellow Vikings are SUPPOSED to be learning about enemy ships at sea. But when they come across a mysterious vessel, with a ripped sail and nobody driving it, Hiccup's heart sinks. There is something deeply spooky about this ship. They really, really shouldn't get onboard. But... like on so many occasions in Hiccup's life, they are going to do it anyway. Extra books on sale on the day too! Information Source: Linghams Bookshop | eventbrite

The Snow Child , derived from the Russian folk tale, is set in Alaska in the 1920s and follows Jack and Mabel, a childless older couple struggling as homesteaders in the Alaskan wilderness who have always longed for a child of their own. The sudden emergence of a young girl from the woods changes their lives. Bonus! Join Linghams' book club this month and purchase a book with ticket to receive a gratis ticket for our event with the author of The Snow Child, Eowyn Ivey, on June 17th. Information Source: Linghams Bookshop | eventbrite

02/06/2025 7:00 pm We are delighted to be hosting Conn Iggulden for an evening to celebrate the release of his latest historical novel, Tyrant. Ancient Rome, AD 50 The boy Nero lives. His mother Agrippina has married her way to power, tangling the Emperor Claudius in her skirts. The emperor may have a son and heir of his own, but Agrippina sees no obstacles to her ambition. Rome is a path through a marsh, lit by torches. Those who walk it are always one step from disaster – and the road itself is treacherous, slippery with blood. Claudius may have the world at his feet, but he has Agrippina in his bed. CONN IGGULDEN is one of the most successful authors of historical fiction writing today, with bestselling series on Julius Caesar, Genghis Khan and the Wars of the Roses, as well as two stand-alone novels: Dunstan , set in the red-blooded world of tenth-century England and The Falcon of Sparta , in which Iggulden returns to the Ancient World. Both instalments of his Athenian series, The Gates of Athens and Protector , and his recent Golden Age series, Lion and Empire, are Sunday Times bestsellers. Tyrant follows on from the Sunday Times bestselling Nero in Iggulden’s most recent series Information Source: Linghams Bookshop | eventbrite

The amazing Frank Cottrell Boyce is back with a spectacular new middle-grade book, and he's coming to Linghams to tell us all about it! All children's paid tickets include a copy of The Blockbusters and a seat to listen to Frank. Children must be accompanied by an adult, (non-paying), but restricted space means standing room only for adults or you can grab a coffee in the cafe! 'Year 6 goes to Hollywood! Head to Tinseltown in this hilarious and heart-warming adventure by bestselling, award-winner Frank Cottrell-Boyce. The Blockbusters! is fabulously illustrated in black and white throughout by Steven Lenton. When new boy Rafa and his friends accidentally stray onto the set of a Hollywood blockbuster, the last thing they expect is to become part of the action. Rafa’s likeness to the famous movie star, BB, gives him VIP access all areas, including the banquet of catering doughnuts! But Rafa isn’t the only one having an adventure. His big brother, Cillian, is missing. He sent Rafa a clue to his location, but he can’t really be in actual Hollywood, can he? It’s up to Rafa to keep acting the part of a movie star, if he is to find his brother – and home.' Information Source: Linghams Bookshop | eventbrite

If you’re a visual learner like me, I’d loooove to nerd-out with you in this class! :) Could you relate to any of these? You feel anxious when cutting hair You worry about being asked to do a haircut you are unfamiliar with You are tired of memorizing haircuts You want to move away from relying on texturizing and “winging-it” You want to start designing and creating customized haircuts for your clients You are not alone! That was me too! I graduated not knowing how to cut hair. I memorized haircuts from: hands-on classes demos hair shows videos etc. Then, I memorized theory like: angles terms definitions rules etc. Things improved significantly for me when I took the time and effort to actually “understand” theory. In this class, you'll learn haircutting by actually " seeing " theory -and not just by taking my word for it! :) Learn from: string and ribbon visuals photos and graphics interactive workbook 2D animations 3D animations demonstrations It will be a total fun nerd-out session for us visual learners!! :) Theory Portion I. Design: You’ll learn how to design the perfect haircut for a client based on their: face shape head shape hair type lifestyle etc. II. Mechanics: Then you’ll learn and SEE different ways to execute your design. elevation overdirection finger angle section tension Hands-on Portion My favorite part! It’s because I get to prove to you that YOU GOT THIS! I’ll give a hypothetical consultation and the class will: design the haircut tell me how to do each step try it out on their mannequin heads I’ll demo the haircut we come up with on a mannequin. I’ll share 2D and 3D animations so you can SEE the mechanics of haircut even clearer. You’ll do the haircut on your mannequin. I'll go around giving tips, assisting, and answering questions. :) Who is this class for? People from all over the US and the world have taken this class and learned side-by-side: Cosmetology students newer stylists stylists with 35+ years of experience product company educators independent educators cosmetology teachers barbers, etc. This is for anyone who wants to give deeper into creating instead of following, copying, and memorizing. It is for stylists who are self-motivated and willing to invest time and effort in independent study and practice after the class. Who is this class NOT for? We all have different goals, current priorities and we are in different seasons in life. So there’s seriously nothing wrong if you can relate with any of the following: You just want someone to tell you how to do a haircut step-by-step You want to learn a specific haircut You’re not able to or not interested in making the time and effort to study and practice outside of a class I do hope that I get the opportunity to meet you later on! :) Class Schedule Check in / Attendance: 8:50 am - 9:00 am Theory: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Break: 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Hands-on: 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm *The start of break may vary depending on class participation. To keep the class prices low and more accessible, lunch won’t be provided. During the break, you can leave, eat somewhere, and come back. I personally like to stay with a packed lunch that does not require refrigeration or heating. If you’d like to do the same, stay and hangout with me while I eat and set up for the hands-on portion. :) What to bring: Uncut mannequin head with medium length hair Tripod (no clamps please) Scissors Cutting comb 4 duck bill clips Water bottle Pen More Information: Visit www.shannelmariano.com/education for more information about the class. Hope to see you at the class!! :) Information Source: Shannel Mariano | eventbrite

Howard Donald from Take That live at Fort Perch Rock Fort Perch Rock is delighted to announce an unmissable musical event on Saturday 14th June , featuring the legendary Howard Donald of Take That ! Known for his role in one of the UK’s most iconic bands, Howard will be taking centre stage as a DJ , delivering an electrifying set under the summer stars at the historic Fort Perch Rock. This year's offering is building on The Fort's reputation as Wirral's premier dance music venue, having successfully promoted Judge Jules and Lisa Lashes in the last two years. This summer's event promises to be the highlight of the season. Howard Donald will be ably supported by In Demand Radio's DJ Billie Clements, fresh from summer '24 spent in Ibiza, which included an appearance at legendary superclub Amnesia. The evening will be rounded off by DJ Danny Disc, who will be reprising his sing-a-long 90's dance classics, with the lyrics up on the big screen. Music starts from 4pm, when up and coming local DJs will be laying down a chilled vibe to start with, perfect for sitting out in the sun with a beer and something to eat from The Mess cafe. The venue offers a state of the art sound and lighting system, cover inside the marquee for all who wish to use it, a full bar and delicious food options. Information Source: Fort Perch Rock | eventbrite

LINGHAMS BOOKSHOP HESWALL - LIMITED SPACES LEFT. We are delighted to be hosting Donna Ashworth for another event! This time for a family event to celebrate the release of Words Can Fly. Tickets - FIRST 100 tickets sold will get a GOLDEN TICKET to meet and greet DONNA after the event and get their book signed. Tickets £22.00 Admits 2 includes the book. £18.00 book and ticket admits one person. All golden ticket holders will receive an email to acknowledge they have a golden ticket and further details for the meet and greet. Only Golden tickets holders on this occassion will have the opportunity for the meet and greet . This enchanting poetry collection serves as a compassionate guide through the journey of childhood, crafted with wisdom and warmth by No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author Donna Ashworth. The perfect gift for any parent to share with their child, Words Can Fly is a beautifully illustrated keepsake, wrapped in a luxurious cloth cover adorned with gold foil. Each poem explores what's most important in young lives - family, friendships, school and the world around us - encouraging a growth mindset that fosters empathy and builds resilience. Through its heartfelt verses, children are inspired to celebrate their unique identities, embrace curiosity, and discover the transformative power of kindness and compassion. A timeless addition to any young reader's bookshelf, Words Can Fly offers a treasure trove of poems that will be cherished, revisited, and shared for years to com Information Source: Linghams Bookshop | eventbrite

We are super thrilled to welcome the author of The Snow Child, Black Woods Blue Sky is coming to HESWALL!! From the author of million-copy bestseller, The Snow Child, comes BLACK WOODS, BLUE SKY, a novel about the beauty and terror of the Alaskan wilderness, the love between a mother and a daughter, and what it means to face down our fears and survive them. Birdie's keeping it together, of course she is. So she's a little hungover on her shifts at times, and has to bring her daughter to the lodge while she waits tables, but Emaleen never goes hungry. It's a tough town to be a single mother, and Birdie just needs to get by. And then Birdie meets Arthur, who is quieter than most men, but makes her want to listen; who is gentle with Emaleen, and understands Birdie's fascination with the mountains in whose shadow they live. When Arthur asks Birdie and Emaleen to leave the lodge and make a home, just the three of them, in his off-grid cabin, Birdie's answer, in a heartbeat, is yes. Out in the wilderness Birdie's days are harsher and richer than she ever imagined possible. Here she will feel truly at one with nature. Here she, and Emaleen, will learn the whole, fearful truth about Arthur. BLACK WOODS, BLUE SKY is a daring reimagining of the legend of Beauty and the Beast, that asks the question: can love save us from ourselves. Eowyn is over for for two events in the UK and we are one of them!! Information Source: Linghams Bookshop | eventbrite

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