Immortalized by the Ramones in their 1977 punk-rock anthem of the same name, Rockaway Beach
(pictured) remains a favorite place for New Yorkers looking to escape the heat of the city. (“Rockaway” is
the Anglicized version of reckouwacky, which means “sandy place” in the language of the Lenape people,
who originally lived there.) This summer, masks are required on all city beaches—as is social distanc-
ing—but swimmers can remove them before venturing into the water, when lifeguards are on duty.
PHOTOGRAPH BY KARINE LAVAL
GOINGS ON ABOUT TOWN
AUGUST 12 – 18, 2020
In an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus, most New York City venues are closed.
Here’s a selection of culture to be found around town, as well as online and streaming.
