Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series Concludes This Weekend - Rocketman Elton John Biopic For Adults On Friday And Family Friendly The Mighty Ducks On Saturday, Enjoy The Films, Views And Snacks

The Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series at Firefighters Field

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concludes this weekend with the showing of Rocketman on Friday

and The Mighty Ducks on Saturday.

According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC):

The Roosevelt Island Summer Movie Series is ending with these two final movies! 

Calling all adults! Tomorrow, Friday, August 20th, we present Rocketman (Rated R), a musical biopic of rock icon Elton John.  

Don’t worry, we’ve got something for the family on Saturday, August 21st, as we showcase The Mighty Ducks, a story of the teamwork and perseverance of a rag-tag youth hockey team. 

Both movies will be shown at Firefighter’s Field (across from the Tram, 300 Main St.) 

All films are FREE and begin at sunset but music and more begin at 6 PM! Seating is first-come, first-serve. Food vendors will be on site. Be sure to bring blankets and/or lawn chairs. See you there!

Enjoy the movies, beautiful views and snacks.

Roosevelt Island Sports Fields Closed Since March 22 Coronavirus Lockdown Will Open As Soon As Authorized By Governor Cuomo Says RIOC President - RIOC Says Capobianco And Pony Fields Were Open For Walking And Exercise During The Lockdown, Did You Know That?

When will the Roosevelt Island ball fields, closed since March 22 due to the Coronavirus Lockdown,

be open is a question being asked by many residents.

Do you have plans to open the fields back up? Having this space available would make it easier to social distance while outside on @Rooseveltisland.

— さよな🦁 (@HenryWolfAI) June 10, 2020

As previously reported, the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) issued this March 22 advisory announcing the closing of the ball fields:

As of now, all permitted spaces, including McManus Field and Firefighters Field, will be closed until further notice. This precautionary measure is being taken as part of the Governor’s order for all New Yorkers to avoid risking exposure to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Residents are encouraged to frequent the other public areas, such as the eastern and western promenades that circle the island as well as Lighthouse Park, Southpoint Park and Four Freedoms State Park. We encourage our residents to remain at least six feet apart from each other at all times.

Prior to the start of June 4 RIOC Board of Directors meeting, RIOC President Susan Rosenthal addressed this question from a resident about the opening of Roosevelt Island ball fields:

When will the Sports fields and tennis courts open up? We have children desperate for space to play on the Island. Asphalt Green in Manhattan has been open during the day for weeks.

Ms Rosenthal answered:

As soon as the Governor authorizes the State Parks to open sports fields, we will be opening them as well....

There are fields that are open, its just the permitted fields that are closed. Pony Field is open, Capobianco is open, it's the two permitted fields that are closed....

We are acting in accordance with instructions from NY State Parks....

 I asked RIOC today:

During June 4 RIOC Board meeting discussion of opening Roosevelt Island ball fields, Susan Rosenthal said that Pony Field and Capobianco Field were open during the Pandemic. See 3.55 minute mark of video.

I do not think they were open. There was yellow tape surrounding both fields during this time.

Was Capobianco and Pony Fields supposed to be open during this time or was Susan incorrect when she stated they were open?

RIOC Public Information Officer Terrence McCauley replied:

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NYC Mayor Bill deBlasio Doubling Open Streets For Pedestrians To Get Exercise While Practicing Social Distancing, RIOC Keeping Roosevelt Island McManus & Firefighters Field Closed And Surrounded By Yellow Tape, Says They Are Working On A Safety Plan

Closed Roosevelt Island McManus Field Surrounded By Yellow Tape From Tapan Parikh

Beginning Thursday we’ll DOUBLE our Open Streets with 12 more miles for New Yorkers to enjoy safely. I want to thank all of our local partners and local NYPD precincts for helping us ensure residents can get some exercise while still practicing social distancing. https://t.co/vx96TXR5l3

— Mayor Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) May 13, 2020

According to Mayor de Blasio today:

Now that warmer weather has arrived, New Yorkers will need more options to enjoy the outdoors at a safe, social distance,...

Earlier today, the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) Daily Update reported:

Ballfields and Playgrounds Remain Closed Until Further Notice

Although some state facilities around New York will begin opening over the coming days, we will continue to keep our ballfields and playgrounds closed in order to enforce social distancing practices regarding team sport activities. We are working on a safety plan to reopen some facilities. We will keep you informed of our progress in the coming days....

I asked RIOC President Susan Rosenthal and the RIOC Board Directors about the ballfields remaining closed:

Does this mean that McManus and Firefighters Field will re-open for non team sports activities as long as individual maintain Social Distancing?

As you may know, Mayor de Blasio is opening NYC street for pedestrians to walk around outdoors. On Roosevelt Island, our park spaces and ball fields are the equivalent of NYC Open Streets. When will RIOC open Firefighters and McManus Field for social distancing use by the public?

FYI - here's story on subject from earlier this week.

Any comment from RIOC on when McManus and Firefighters Field will re-open and if not, why not?

RIOC Public Information Officer Terrence McCauley replied:

We are following the New York City and New York State Parks Departments directives regarding the opening of ballfields and playgrounds. We will keep the community informed of when our facilities will be re-opened to the public.

I followed up:

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Roosevelt Island Farmers Market Re-Opening Saturday May 16, Maintain Your Social Distance And Face Covering Required To Enter - Will Roosevelt Island Firefighters And McManus Field Open Too, No Response From RIOC

The Roosevelt Island Saturday Farmers Market

Image Of Farmers Market at Good Shepherd Plaza From March 21

has been closed since March 28 due to the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Earlier today, I asked Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC):

I understand the Farmers Market is opening this coming Saturday.

Is that true?

What procedures are being followed to maintain social distancing. Any other statement from RIOC on opening of Farmers Market?

Will the Firefighters and McManus Field be re-opened too as long as social distancing practices are maintained?

and received this announcement from RIOC:

Farmers Market Returns This Week

The Farmers Market will return to Good Shepherd Plaza this Saturday, May 16th. The first hour of the market will be strictly for Senior Citizens and the disabled. Social Distancing measures will strictly be enforced by PSD officers. We will release further details about this event throughout the week.

Wengerd Farms' Israel Wengerd adds that face coverings are required for everyone to enter the Farmers Market and they will be giving out gloves upon entering. Stay tuned for more info about opening of Roosevelt Island Farmers Market including hours of operation.

So far no response from RIOC about re-opening McManus and Firefighters Fields which are closed due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. But questions have been raised if closing the fields is the right policy? Can the Roosevelt Island playing fields be re-opened with social distancing as is done at the Roosevelt Island Cornell Tech campus?

Roosevelt Island open space at McManus/Firefighters field could be open like @cornell_tech as long as social distancing enforced but @RIOCny staff will not consider it. Resident Board can overrule @BenKallos @NYCMayor @NYGovCuomo @SenatorSerrano @SeawrightForNY @TheHudsonCos pic.twitter.com/Ig8HebzDxK

— Roosevelt Islander (@Rooseveltisland) May 3, 2020

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Petition Drive To Reopen Roosevelt Island Outdoor Playing Fields - Does RIOC Policy To Close McManus And Firefighters Field Increase Or Decrease Social Distancing On Roosevelt Island?

The Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) announced Sunday May 22:

... As of now, all permitted spaces, including McManus Field and Firefighters Field, will be closed until further notice. This precautionary measure is being taken as part of the Governor’s order for all New Yorkers to avoid risking exposure to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Residents are encouraged to frequent the other public areas, such as the eastern and western promenades that circle the island as well as Lighthouse Park, Southpoint Park and Four Freedoms State Park. We encourage our residents to remain at least six feet apart from each other at all times...

A petition drive has begun to reopen the now closed Firefighters

and McManus Field

According to the online petition:

RIOC has made the decision to close all soccer fields on the Island, thus depriving families with kids of the only safe space for being outside. A big soccer field is the only space where families with kids can play and keep the recommended distance away from other people. If RIOC doesn’t reconsider this decision we will be left with narrow crowded promenades and no space for active time out for kids.

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Roosevelt Island Resident Asks Why Is McManus Field Being Closed By RIOC Public Safety Department As Long As Coronavirus Social Distancing Practices Maintained - RIOC Says All Permitted Fields Closed Per Governor Cuomo's Order, But Is That What He Really Said?

A Roosevelt Island resident ask why is Roosevelt island Operating Corp Public Safety Department (PSD) saying McManus Field (formerly Octagon Park) is closed?

As per @NYCMayorsOffice guidance, law enforcement is supposed to "break up" large groups playing together in parks and fields. If that is what PSD is doing then it is completely understandable.

— Tapan Parikh (@tap2k) March 22, 2020

I asked RIOC President Susan Rosenhtal:

PSD is telling residents that Octagon Park is closed.

Why is that - Is RIOC planning to close other Roosevelt Island parks?

RIOC Public Information Officer Terrence McCauley replied:

All permitted spaces will be closed until further notice. This includes McManus Field and Firefighters Field. This precautionary measure is being taken as part of the Governor’s order for everyone to practice social distancing and remain indoors during the coronavirus outbreak.

I followed up:

Just because it's a permitted space does not mean it's not also an open space park that can be used as long as Social Distancing practices are followed.

Mr McCauley replied:

But people are not using it as an open space park. They are playing organized games where they are violating the social distancing guidelines. The fields are closed until further notice. We encourage residents to enjoy the rest of the island’s outdoor spaces.

Here's transcript excerpt of what Governor Cuomo said during his briefing today about parks and social distancing:

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Beautiful Sunday Afternoon For A Roosevelt Island Ultimate Frisbee Pick Up Game At Firefighters Field

A beautiful Sunday afternoon on Roosevelt Island today for a pick up game of Ultimate Frisbee at Firefighters Field

Hey Susan - RIOC President Susan Rosenthal Answers Questions From Roosevelt Island Residents, Send In Yours Too

The Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) has started a new feature, - Ask Hey Susan - in which RIOC President Susan Rosenthal

 will answer questions you ask her.

Here's the first installment of Ask Hey Susan.

𝗛𝗘𝗬 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡!

𝘈𝘴𝘬 𝘙𝘐𝘖𝘊 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘢𝘯 𝘙𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘭 𝘢 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘐𝘴𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥. 𝘚𝘶𝘣𝘮𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯@𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘤.𝘯𝘺.𝘨𝘰𝘷.

𝗛𝗘𝗬 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡! “Is it possible to improve the aim of the Firefighter Field lights located near the old steam plant, facing north? The lights are aimed high and are sending glaring light into my apartment at 455 Main Street. I am sure other residents must be experiencing the same issue.”

𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡: “As you may know, the Roosevelt Island Youth Fall Soccer League has relocated to Firefighter’s and Capobianco fields this season as the previously-used Octagon Field is closed for renovations.

Through the December 1st weekend, the league’s practices and games will be held and played at the fields on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays (excluding holidays), including some evenings up to 9:30 p.m. The temporary field lighting at Firefighter’s has been installed to facilitate those activities. We have contacted the lighting contractor and asked them to return and make some adjustments to potential improve the glare into the nearby apartments. I will email you again once that has been completed.

Youth soccer is one of the more popular events on the Island and RIOC is attempting to accommodate more than 220 children, ages 5 – 18-years-old; split in four divisions and across 10 teams.

We apologize for this inconvenience."

(Follow-up Part 2) 𝗛𝗘𝗬 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡! “I noticed the lighting contractor making adjustments today (on Firefighters Field) and there is much improvement this evening. Thanks so much for the very prompt response and effective resolution, most appreciated!”

𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡: “Great. Thank you for writing me back to let us know the situation is improved. Have a good night.”

𝗛𝗘𝗬 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡! "May I ask if there is any leasing office for residential on Roosevelt Island? I am thinking about moving here, but I cannot find any information about leasing office except brokers and agencies.

"If you do have, may I ask the office hours? Thank you very much for your help."

𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡: "There are several different leasing companies that operate on the Island. You should Google “housing on Roosevelt Island” and you should get a list of the various residential buildings – Manhattan Park, The Octagon, Westview, Rivercross, Roosevelt Landings etc. - and their contact information.

"We at the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation are the government of the Island, responsible for the development, maintenance and operations of the Island; we don’t handle the residential leasing."

𝗛𝗘𝗬 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡! “Hello, I am copying herewith for your information an email that I sent to MTA complaints this afternoon (not the first time on the same subject) since you are in charge of managing Roosevelt Island. Thank you.”

𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡: “There was nothing attached. While we manage Roosevelt Island, the MTA is separate from us. We do have relationships with the intergovernmental unit at the MTA and can your share your concerns."

𝗛𝗘𝗬 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡! "Hello: As the face (&heart) of Roosevelt Island continues to change, I must say I am happy to see the benches along the river were replaced, happy to see rail replacement happening along the river, and the covering?/re-staining? of the graffiti on the meditation steps, the color seems a little haphazard but I suppose it will fade. I have 2 other observations/suggestions. 1)I've attached photos of a chunk of missing plank from the pier 2) the old guard rail that borders the short hill path from the top of meditation steps down the west side towards the Ginko trees... seems it would be much more attractive to remove it and at the least make a curb comparable to the River Ross edge, or hedges. The old -fashioned overkill road guard rail seems very rural & out of place. As always, your consideration appreciated."

𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡: "Thank you for your email. We’ll check it out and get that fixed. In the future, to submit work requests for things broken on the Island you can use this link, from our website: https://rioc.ny.gov/Requesttracker.aspx

𝗛𝗘𝗬 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡! "After residing on RI for more than four decades; I am very excited to see the new signage sprouting up!

YES! I love, love the RI Welcome sign by the tram. I would like for my "vote" to be included in any final decision regarding the RI Welcome sign's status (hopefully it is not too late). In fact, I think we should have several randomly dotted around the island!"

"Also, I love the new way finding signs! Hooray! It is wonderful that tourists and visitors alike have the visual assistance they need to successfully navigate our beloved community."

𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡: Thanks so much for reaching out; it’s great to get positive feedback! And, you are not alone! There’s no real “vote”—our Real Estate Development Advisory Committee will most likely discuss it in the months ahead. Meanwhile, I use the tram every day and watch the fun so many residents and visitors seem to have posing for photos. I love it too!"

𝘏𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘙𝘐𝘖𝘊 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘢𝘯 𝘙𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘭? 𝘚𝘶𝘣𝘮𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘏𝘌𝘠 𝘚𝘜𝘚𝘈𝘕! 𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯@𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘤.𝘯𝘺.𝘨𝘰𝘷.

Come Join The Colon Cancer Alliance NYC Undy 5K Run/Walk October 7 At Roosevelt Island's Firefighters Field

The Colon Cancer Alliance is holding it's NYC Undy 5k Run/Walk here on Roosevelt Island Saturday October 7 starting at Firefighters Field.



According to the Colon Cancer Alliance:

The Undy Run/Walk isn’t your everyday run. As we head into our 10th year, we’re proud to share that we’ve raised more than 10 million through this underwear-themed event. We’re super proud, but we also know our work isn’t done. That’s why we continue hitting the streets in our briefs and asking you to join us.

In 2016, we reached new records and have our sponsors, supporters and participants to thank for that. We look forward to continuing this trend in 2017, we’re already jumpin’ out of our shorts with excitement! From new cities to new partners, this year may be our best Undy Run/Walk year yet.

A fun twist on a serious topic, the Undy Run/Walk is sparking much-needed conversations and kicking colon cancer’s butt, one city at a time. And if that’s not enough, you even have the chance to stroll through a larger-than-life inflatable colon on site! (How many chances do you have to do that in your life?) Thanks for your continued support. See you in your home town!

The Undy Run/Walk team honors our colon cancer warriors by providing FREE registration to all colorectal cancer patients and survivors. Contact the Undy team at 202-204-7561 or email at specialevents@ccalliance.org for the free code.

Don’t be embarrassed: A colon cancer screening could save your life https://t.co/YhN815Ft2l

— ColonCancerAlliance (@CCAlliance) October 3, 2017

Click here for more information and to register for the October 7 Colon Cancer Alliance NYC 5K Undy Run/Walk on Roosevelt Island.

Roosevelt Island NYC OEM Emergency Preparedness Fair Sunday, September 24 At Firefighters Field - Tips And Info On How To Prepare For Hurricanes And All Types Of Emergencies

The NYC Office Of Emergency Management (NYC OEM) is sponsoring NYC Runs 5K & 10K Squirrels Stampede race on Roosevelt Island happening Sunday September 24 including an Emergency Preparedness Fair.

Make a plan during National Preparedness Month to join @nycoem for the NYCRUNS Squirrel Stampede 5K/10K! https://t.co/yVx9aJB4iL pic.twitter.com/p1pSHnpRrN

— NYCEM (@nycoem) September 19, 2017

According to NYC OEM:

It’s National Preparedness Month, and the New York City Emergency Management Department is helping Roosevelt Islanders prepare with a preparedness fair and marathon on Sunday, September 24th. The NYCRUNS 5K&10K races will begin at the Roosevelt Island Tram Station – 405 Main Street – with runners heading north along the Manhattan side of the island, looping around Lighthouse Park, then heading south down the Queens side of the island back to the tram station.

NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Esposito will kick off the marathon, and NYC Emergency Management staff and partners will be teaching New Yorkers to prepare for all types of emergencies. The preparedness fair will feature tips and information about preparing for hurricanes, how to make an emergency plan, how to pack a Go Bag, and more.

National Preparedness Month is a month-long, nationwide campaign, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, to promote emergency preparedness and encourage volunteerism. Each September, the NYC Emergency Management Department organizes activities throughout the city and distributes information, host demonstrations, and leads preparedness presentations.

The Roosevelt Island NYC OEM Emergency Preparedness Fair will take at Firefighters Field tomorrow from 8 AM - 11:30 AM.

You can download the new Notify NYC emergency preparedness app

Stay informed with the new @NotifyNYC app, available for iOS and Android devices! https://t.co/1afDhwPlk5 pic.twitter.com/fEHL2PTdQZ

— NYCEM (@nycoem) September 22, 2017

and learn more about hurricane preparedness from NYC OEM.

Roosevelt Island Summer Outdoor Movie Showing Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory Tonight At Firefighters Field - Last Roosevelt Island Outdoor Film Of The Season

The 2017 Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series concludes tonight, August 25, at Firefighters Field

Image From June 30, 2017 Showing of Back To The Future

with the showing on Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory.

FINAL OUTDOOR SUMMER MOVIE NIGHT this Fri., Aug. 25th! Welcome @originalnathans and @waffletruck on sight! Thx to @O2Eventworks! pic.twitter.com/FAZY31Aub9

— RIOC NYS (@RIOCny) August 24, 2017

According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC):

Summer Outdoor Movie Series: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Who can make the sunrise? The Candy Man can!

This Friday, Aug. 25th, the last film in the 2017 Outdoor Summer Movie Series! Showing on a giant screen at Firefighter’s Field (located across from the Tram). WEATHER PERMITTING.

The fun begins at 7 PM but the movie showing does not begin until sunset. Nathan's Food Cart and Wafels & Dinges will be on sight.

There will be a special viewing of The Four Freedoms Park Conservancy's 2016 Intergenerational Documentary Project Echoes of History before the movie showing.

Special thanks to Oxygen Eventworks!

We hope to see you there!

Roosevelt Island Summer Outdoor Movie Showing Coming To America Friday Night August 11 At Firefighters Field, It's Very, Very Funny - Stuf'd And Wafels & Dinges Food Truck Too

The 2017 Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series continues Friday night, August 11, at Firefighters Field

Image Of August 4 Showing of Rebel Without A Cause At Firefighters Field

with the showing of Coming To America.

Image From ROC

According to RIOC:

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Roosevelt Island Summer Outdoor Movie Showing Rebel Without A Cause Friday Night August 4 At Firefighters Field

The 2017 Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series continues tomorrow night at Firefighters Field

Image From June 30, 2017 Showing of Back To The Future

with the showing of Rebel Without A Cause.

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Roosevelt Island Summer Outdoor Movie Showing Coming To America Saturday Night July 22, At Firefighters Field - It's Very, Very Funny

The 2017 Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series continues Saturday night, July 22, at Firefighters Field

Image From June 30, 2017 Showing of Back To The Future

with the showing of Coming To America.

Image From RIOC

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Roosevelt Island Summer Outdoor Movie Showing Finding Dory Friday Night July 21, At Firefighters Field

The 2017 Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series continues Friday night, July 21, at Firefighters Field

Image From June 30, 2017 Showing of Back To The Future

with the showing of Finding Dory.

Image From RIOC

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Roosevelt Island Summer Outdoor Movie Showing Olympic Hockey Story Miracle Tomorrow Night July 7, At Firefighters Field

The 2017 Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series continues tomorrow night at Firefighters Field

Image From June 30, 2017 Showing of Back To The Future

with the showing of Miracle.



According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC):

Summer Outdoor Movie Series: Miracle

Our second movie screening, Miracle, will show this Friday, July 7th, at Firefighter's Field (405-425 Main Street). Festivities begin at 7 PM. The movie will begin showing at sunset.

We hope to see you there!

Below is the Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie

Image From RIOC

remaining schedule:

• Friday, July 21 - Finding Dory
• Saturday, July 22 - Coming To America
• Friday, August 4 - Rebel Without A Cause
• Friday, August 18 - Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory

Have fun!!!!!

Roosevelt Island Summer Outdoor Movie Showing Back To The Future Tonight, June 30, At Firefighters Field

The 2017 Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series begins tonight at Firefighters Field.

Image From 2016 Firefighters Field Outdoor Movie Showing Of Star Wars: The Force Awakens

According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp:

Summer Outdoor Movie Series: Back to the Future

Our first movie screening, Back to the Future, will show Friday, June 30th, at Firefighter's Field (405-425 Main Street). Arrive at 7 PM to enjoy festivities. This timeless classic will begin showing at sunset.

Don't forget our second movie screening, Miracle, will show next Friday, July 7th!

We hope to see you there!

June 23 Roosevelt Island Firefighters Field Outdoor Summer Movie Back To The Future Cancelled Due To Expected Rain Storm - Rain Date June 30

The 2017 Roosevelt Island Outdoor Summer Movie Series was scheduled to start tomorrow with Back To The Future showing at Firefighters Field.

Image From 2016 Firefighters Field Outdoor Movie Showing Of Star Wars: The Force Awakens

But, the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) announced this afternoon:

Please be aware that the first movie showing in the Summer Movie Series, Back to the Future, has been postponed from tomorrow, Friday, June 23rd to next Friday, June 30th due to expected rain storms.

Below is the Roosevelt Island Summer Outdoor Movie Schedule .

• Friday, June 23 - Back To The Future
• Friday, July 7 - Miracle
• Friday, July 21 - Finding Dory
• Saturday, July 22 - Coming To America
• Friday, August 4 - Rebel Without A Cause
• Friday, August 18 - Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory

Image From RIOC

and a little bit



of Back To The Future.

2017 New York City Outdoor Summer Movies At Roosevelt Island's Firefighters Field - Beautiful NYC East River And Queensboro Bridge Views Too

The Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) announced the upcoming 2017 Summer Outdoor Movie Series schedule at Roosevelt Island's Firefighters Field.

Image From 2016 Firefighters Field Outdoor Movie Showing Of Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Below is the Roosevelt Island Summer Outdoor Movie Schedule .

• Friday, June 23 - Back To The Future
• Friday, July 7 - Miracle
• Friday, July 21 - Finding Dory
• Saturday, July 22 - Coming To America
• Friday, August 4 - Rebel Without A Cause
• Friday, August 18 - Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory

Hypodermic Needle Found On Grass Next To Roosevelt Island's Firefighters Field Yesterday Morning - What's Going On?

What's going on at Firefighters Field? A Roosevelt Island Southtown resident shares these photos and reports spotting a hypodermic needle yesterday morning in the grassy area adjacent to Firefighters Field facing Queens. According to the tipster:

Hypodermic needle

on the back side

of Firefighters Field.