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Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

Summer Movie Reminder: “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” Blasts Off at Southpoint Park

Hey neighbors, ready for some intergalactic fun?The Summer Movie Series at Southpoint Park continues this Thursday, July 18, with Marvel’s wildest crew of space misfits in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Get ready for laughs, tears, epic tunes and...

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Hey neighbors, ready for some intergalactic fun?
The Summer Movie Series at Southpoint Park continues this Thursday, July 18, with Marvel’s wildest crew of space misfits in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Get ready for laughs, tears, epic tunes and a whole lot of heart, as we gather once again under the stars.

This Week’s Movie Night:

  • Movie: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (Rated PG-13)
  • Date: Thursday, July 18
  • Time: Activities kick off at 7:00 PM; movie begins at sunset
  • Where: Southpoint Park
  • Admission: Free!

Come Early for the Full Experience:

  • Live music to warm up the night
  • A variety of food vendors ready to satisfy your cravings
  • A special community slideshow to spotlight Roosevelt Island’s vibrant spirit

Whether you’re a longtime Marvel fan or just in it for Rocket Raccoon’s one-liners, this final chapter in the Guardians saga packs an emotional punch. It’s a great night out for teens, adults, and older kids who love an action-packed story with a soulful core.

Heads-Up from the Galaxy:

  • Bring a chair, a cozy blanket, and your best dance moves for the soundtrack
  • Seating fills up fast, arrive early for the best view
  • In case of rain, the makeup date is set for August 8

Let’s keep the summer magic going, friends. With the Manhattan skyline behind us and a movie on the big screen ahead, Roosevelt Island’s Thursday nights are where memories are made. See you at Southpoint Park!

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You Can’t Be All Three

You Can’t Be All Three

Transit for the city, an attraction for visitors, and a liability on the Island’s books. The tram is already part of the MTA system. The only question is whether RIOC is ready to admit it.

April 9, 2026, during the full board meeting of the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation, Fay Christian said something that should have landed harder than it did. She wished RIOC were not responsible for the tram. Then she asked what it would look like if it were given to the MTA. That was not a passing comment.

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