https://oana-ny.org/events/public-sounds-with-geller-at-socrates-sculpture-park/ Respecting The Past, Building The Future Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:22:31 -0400 en-US hourly 1 https://oana-ny.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/cropped-oona_logo_512-32x32.png https://oana-ny.org/events/public-sounds-with-geller-at-socrates-sculpture-park/ 32 32 https://oana-ny.org/events/filming-in-western-queens-the-path-forward/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://oana-ny.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=27820 Watch on Facebook Watch on Youtube We’re excited to feature Adam Gordon, Managing Director of Wildflower Studios, Astoria’s new film and television production studio. Joining him are Catherine Nasch of United Scenic Artists Local 829, Layla Musawwir of NYC Ferry, and Victor Prado of the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC). Additional presenters may be announced prior to the event. Viewers can watch the livestream and ask questions in real time through YouTube and Facebook chat. Date/Time:Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM Format:Virtual Where to Watch:Live on YouTube and Facebook Audience Participation:Questions will be taken live through YouTube and Facebook chat. Featured Presenters: Adam Gordon — Managing Director, Wildflower Studios Catherine Nasch — United Scenic Artists Local 829 Josh Levin—Vice President, State Government Affairs, Northeast Region at the Motion Picture Association Additional Presentations: Layla Musawwir — NYCHA Outreach Lead, NYC Ferry Victor Prado — Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC)   Additional presenters may be announced. About the Meeting The film and television industry has long been a core economic driver for Western Queens and an important part of the identity of Astoria and surrounding neighborhoods. World-famous production facilities in the area have included Silvercup Studios, Broadway Stages, and Kaufman Astoria Studios. This meeting will focus on Astoria’s new state-of-the-art Wildflower Studios and the role it may play in supporting modern film and television production. We may also discuss the history of Wildflower and how its experience in logistics and operations helped shape the development of this new production facility. The discussion will also examine the broader state of the film and entertainment industry, including how interstate and international competition, new technologies, and changing production models are reshaping the business. The film and entertainment sector has traditionally been one of America’s leading exports, but the industry is facing uncertain times...

Continue Reading]]> https://oana-ny.org/events/filming-in-western-queens-the-path-forward/feed/ 0 2026-07-06 6:30 pm 2026-07-06 8:00 pm Event https://oana-ny.org/events/first-ever-puppet-show-at-whitey-ford-field/ Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://oana-ny.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=27867 Join Friends of Whitey Ford Filed and CityParks for a presentation of Pinocchio and Geppetto’s Big Apple Adventure, a mobile marionette puppet show. The show will take place at Whitey Ford Filed on July 8th between 2:00 and 3:00 PM. Free to attend! All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Learn more about the event and read the press release here.]]> https://oana-ny.org/events/first-ever-puppet-show-at-whitey-ford-field/feed/ 0 2026-07-08 2:00 pm 2026-07-08 3:00 pm 26th Avenue & 2nd Street Event https://oana-ny.org/events/public-sounds-with-geller-at-socrates-sculpture-park/ Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://oana-ny.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=27895 Experience an evening of live electronic music at Public Sounds with Geller, a free outdoor synthesizer performance at Socrates Sculpture Park. Los Angeles-based artist, producer, and composer Geller creates immersive electronic soundscapes that invite audiences to gather, listen, and connect in an open-air setting. What began as intimate performances in Los Angeles parks has grown into a celebrated series attracting thousands of attendees across multiple cities. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an afternoon of euphoric synthesizer music in one of Queens’ most unique waterfront parks. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is recommended. Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-sounds-with-geller-tickets-1993030666374]]> https://oana-ny.org/events/public-sounds-with-geller-at-socrates-sculpture-park/feed/ 0 2026-07-11 5:00 pm 2026-07-11 7:00 pm 32-01 Vernon Blvd Event