The Tuba Bach Festival, featuring tuba interpretations of J.S. Bach’s cello suites reimagined as ragtime, jazz, Celtic and even live film scores, begins this weekend. Performances are set for 7 p.m.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.—Cole’s Dockside is gearing up to razzle-dazzle diners this winter with more than just seafood and its signature pork chop. Located at 369 Cleveland Ave. in the Great Kills Marina, ...