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Pig Roast And Potluck Picnic | Queens This Weekend

Grab some grub with neighbors. Explore the healing power of sound. Give back to the less fortunate. Explore Queens this weekend.

QUEENS, NY — Queens is full of family fun this weekend. Here's what's happening.

Cyril the Sorcerer Presents 'Water Wizard'
Neighborhood:
Bayside
What: Learn about the “magical” qualities of water and how to conserve it during this family-friendly event.
Where: Buz O'Rourke Playground in Crocheron Park, 214-41 34th Ave.
When: Friday at 10:30 a.m.

CultureTrav "Food Around the World" Picnic
Neighborhood:
Astoria
What: Bring your favorite food, drinks or snacks to share potluck style and pig out with your neighbors at this local picnic.
Where: Socrates Sculpture Park, Vernon Boulevard and Broadway
When: Saturday at 11 a.m.

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LIC Market Eighth Anniversary Pig Roast And Clambake
Neighborhood:
Long Island City
What: Get your grub on and celebrate the eighth anniversary of the Long Island City Market.
Where: 44th Drive at 23rd Street
When: Saturday at 12 p.m.

Verizon of Howard Beach Giveaway
Neighborhood:
Howard Beach
What: Grab a free backpack with school supplies, get your face painted and chow down at this local event.
Where: 159-20 Cross Bay Boulevard between 159th and 160th avenues
When: Sunday at 1 p.m.

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Healing Power of the Drum Circle
Neighborhood:
Forest Hills
What: Get some rhythm-based stress relief stress at this healing workshop.
Where: Genesis Tree of Life Yoga & Wellness Center, Metropolitan Avenue at Continental Avenue
When: Sunday at 1 p.m.

New York Pedro Camacho Funcama Charity Event
Neighborhood:
Forest Hills
What: A fundraiser for Zumba instructor Pedro Camacho’s Funcama charity, which raises money to fund education, medical care, homes and food for families in the Dominican Republic.
Where: Lucille Roberts, Austin Street between 70th Road and 70th Avenue
When: Sunday at 3 p.m.

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