A tea party, forest bathing, and a hula performance are among options in Queens this week. So are butterflies, quilts, and a sound bath. And don’t forget Babar the Elephant. Please read on.

May 29, By the People, For the People: Real American Tales, July 5. As the US celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence’s signing, this program screens 14 films that take on the perspective of the nation’s marginalized and less represented. Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria’s Kaufman Arts District.

May 29, Astoria Film Festival, May 31. This annual endeavor mixes screenings with educational and career workshops and showcases. The opening night party is at Heart of Gold (37-15 31st Ave.) on May 28 at 7 pm. The festival is at The Zukor Theater, corner of 35th Avenue and 35th Street.

May 29, Suburban Legends 2, May 31. The North Broadway Players presents seven short plays written by troupe members. Shows are on May 29 and May 30 at 7 pm and May 31 at 2 pm. The Church on the Hill, Gessner Hall, 167-07 35th Ave., Flushing.

May 29, Revolutionary Echoes: Haitian Revolution Panel, 6 pm. Historians, artists, and cultural thinkers participate in a panel exploring the Haitian Revolution’s impact through art and historic archives. King Manor Museum, 150-03 Jamaica Ave.

May 30, LIC Springs! 2026, noon. This annual street festival celebrates Long Island City with live performances, interactive lessons, art, fitness classes, outdoor dining, pop-up activities, and more. Vernon Boulevard between 46th Avenue and 50th Avenue.

May 30, Alice in Wonderland Tea Party, May 31. A Victorian-style tea party inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic tale with themed food, drinks, and decor. On both days, sessions are from 11 am to 12:30 pm and 2 pm to 3:30 pm. $48 for adults and $35 for children. Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy., Floral Park/Glen Oaks.

May 30, Total Bummer, May 31. The two-night bill showcases some of the most iconic alternative music artists alongside stars emerging in their wake. Performers include Blonde Redhead, Meat Puppets, Flipper, Drop Nineteens and current breakouts Julie and They Are Gutting a Body of Water. Knockdown Center, 52-19 Flushing Ave., Ridgewood.

May 30, Spring Forest Bathing Walk, 10 am. Certified guide Linda Lombardo leads a 90-minute meditative Forest Bathing Walk. Based on the Japanese tradition of Shinrin-Yoku, this walk inspires mindful connections with the natural elements of the woods for a range of healthful benefits. $25. Alley Pond Environmental Center, 229-10 Northern Blvd., Douglaston.

May 30, Mindfulness in the Galleries, 10 am. Sessions include guided meditation, reflection, and conversation inspired by the artwork in the galleries. The Noguchi Museum, 9-01 33rd Rd., Long Island City.

May 30, Springtime Butterflies and Pollinators, 2 pm. Nature educator and creator Wing (Ms. Butterfly) explores local Butterfly species, gaining a deeper understanding of their shapes, patterns, and life cycles. Bayside Historical Society, The Castle, 208 Totten Ave., Fort Totten.

May 30, Ridgewood Runners 5K, 9 am. Two groups — Queens Distance Runners and Ridgewood Runners — present a multi-loop race around the Ridgewood Reservoir.

May 30, Guest Maker Residency, May 31. Michael D. Peterson is creating five large-scale quilted works representing each borough. Engage with the materials and stories behind each piece, while observing his process. Both days from 11 am to 4 pm. New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th St., Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

May 31, Hula Workshop and Performance, 11 am. An afternoon of Hawaiian dance, music, and cultural exchange with Ka Pā Hula O Laʻakea in collaboration with Dancers Unlimited. Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing.

May 31, Babar & Friends, 3 pm. A family concert with the Queens Symphony Orchestra featuring Babar the Elephant brought to life through music, narration, and projected illustrations. LeFrak Concert Hall, 153-49 Reeves Ave., Flushing.

May 31, Paragon Ragtime Orchestra: Meet Me at the Fair, 4 pm. Sights and sounds from the Great World’s Fairs with the conductor, Rick Benjamin, who provides humorous narration accompanied by historic footage and images. $15-$25. The Community House, 15 Borage Pl., Forest Hills.

May 31, Yin & Sound Bath, 11 am. This unique, immersive experience blends Yin Yoga with live flute music, crystal sound bowls, and a gong. Be guided into a state of deep relaxation, grounding, and inner exploration through slow, meditative postures and the resonant sounds. Hot Yoga Rockaway Beach, 181 Beach 116th St., 2nd Fl.

May 31, Bachelorettes Handbag Comedy Competition, 8:30 pm. After consuming stand-up, improv, and a talent show, the audience chooses the winner, who takes home the “bachelor’s handbag,” a grocery store-bagged rotisserie chicken. QED, 27-16 23rd Ave., Astoria.

May 31, Reiki & Meditation Workshop, 11 am. Sonia of Sonia Energy Healer leads a workshop designed to help participants reconnect with peace and presence through guided meditation, Reiki energy healing, gentle breathwork, and grounding techniques inspired by the natural elements. Alley Pond Environmental Center, 229-10 Northern Blvd., Douglaston.

June 1, College Point Restaurant Week, June 15. Twenty-one local restaurants offer 20 percent discounts. Cuisines represent such countries as China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Greece, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Paraguay, and the U.S.

June 3, Astoria Park Carnival, June 7. The annual, four-day event features classic carnival rides, games, food, drink, and vendors. Astoria Park, corner of Hoyt Avenue N and 19th Street.