Parties for Bastille Day and Celebrating Sundays @ the Library! Salsa on 5th! Porsche Car Show! Adam Conover! ‘Clueless’ and more movies!
Plus: Two Celebrate Brooklyn Shows! A 5k!
Welcome back to your Park Slope events newsletter. As always, links to sources are in (parentheses) after each event. Follow our IG for updates as events change.
Book Now
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🍿'Blade Runner' @ Nitehawk w/ Intro Talk on 8/6: “In the smog-choked dystopian Los Angeles of 2019, blade runner Rick Deckard is called out of retirement to kill a quartet of replicants who have escaped to Earth seeking their creator for a way to extend their short life spans. Introduced by author Chris Nashawaty, whose book The Future Was Now will be available for purchase after the screening.”(7:30 PM, Nitehawk)
🔥🪈MSNBC Live @ BAM: Democracy 2024: “Join fellow viewers… For a first of its kind in-person, interactive experience. Connecting you with MSNBC's most trusted hosts and experts. Rachel Maddow. Steve Kornacki. Jen Psaki. And many more. All in one place. All live on stage. All in one day. Book your seat for these thought-provoking, in-depth discussions about what matters most in the final weeks of a historic election cycle.”(1:00 PM & 5PM, BAM, $128.50)
🔥🪈André 3000: New Blue Sun Live In Concert @ BAM on 10/25: “After 17 years, André 3000’s hiatus from full-length recording came to a glorious and merciful end when the Atlanta-based musician—best known as one half of southern rap duo Outkast—released a remarkably unexpected solo record: an ethereal tapestry of spiritual jazz and transcendental flute music. Joined on the opera house stage by Carlos Niño, Surya Botofasina, Nate Mercereau, and Deantoni Parks, André 3000 brings his shimmering New Blue Sun to BAM for an enchanting and reflective sonic odyssey.”(7:30 PM, BAM, $54.5)
Get Involved
🔥🤣Sun's Out, Guns Out: A Night Of Comedy To Benefit March Fourth on Sunday: “A non-partisan noprofit singularly focused on federally banning assault weapons. Featuring: Anthony Devito, Julia Solomon, Todd Barry, Liza Treyger, Dina Hashem, Alison Leiby.”(8:00 PM, The Bell House, $25.15)
🩸Industry City Blood Drive on Monday: “Summer blood drives take on a critical importance because New York Blood Center typically sees a decline in donors, which can impact patient care. With high schools and colleges on break, those blood drives don’t take place and many regular Donors become busy with Summer activities and vacations. Please help meet the needs of patients during the Summer.”(10:00 AM, Industry City)
Openings and Closings
🍜OPENING Wednesday: Unoriginal Noodles on 6th Ave in South Slope: “Sound the alarm. Toll the bell. alert the doctor. This is not a drill. We’re opening two weeks from today. Wee you July 17th, South Slope.” (4:30 PM, Unoriginal Noodles IG)
🍷LEAVING: Winemak’her Bar Owner Headed Back to France. “There’s some news you just don’t want to get. And then... One of those news that brings you back down to earth, hard and fast! After a lot of soul-searching, I’ve decided to move back to France to look after for my family. We’re facing challenging times and I want to be there to support them. I’ve made lifelong friends here! I found the American dream. ❤️🇺🇸 Thank you, I’ll never forget you. Park Slope for ever in my heart 🩵🤍♥️ I come back for Bastille Day hope to see you all 🇫🇷 (Winemak’her Bar)
Events
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Thursday, 7/11
🎨Little Shop, Big City: Artmaking Workshop: “Join author-illustrator Isabel Roxas for a hands-on artmaking workshop for kids aged 7-11. Riffing on her Team Pom book series, their love of food and community, come ready to celebrate your neighborhood by creating your own collage storefront, from your local bodega to your destination deli or your favorite hair salon. Materials are provided.”(3:30 PM, Central Library)
💪🏽Zumba! @ Park Slope Library: “Zumba is dance fitness that feels more like a party than exercise. While listening to upbeat music, you will get a full-body workout, learn some moves and grooves, and have a lot of fun! This is a low to medium impact class. Modifications can be made to suit individual needs. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Bring a water bottle and towel. All levels invited, especially newcomers. Registration not required, but recommended.”(5:30 PM, Park Slope Library)
🎶Jazz In July @ Brooklyn Botanic Garden: “Celebrate summer at the Garden with live jazz on Thursday evenings. Bring a blanket to stretch out and enjoy the music, presented in partnership with local arts organizations. Performances start at 7. Each night also features a tour or other Garden activity.”(6:00 PM, Brooklyn Botanic Garden)
🐶Paint Your Pup And Sip: “We’ve teamed up with Pet Portrait Fun and Waldo’s Rescue Pen to bring you a fun Paint and Sip night where you get to paint your pup and a protein of the proceeds from painting go toward’s Waldo’s Rescue Pen to help pups in need. To join, simply head to the website and RSVP and submit your favorite photo of your dog and the artist, Michelle, will have an outline ready to go for you and help you with painting. The best part is that you get a free beer along with your ticket purchase. We will see you there.”(6:00 PM, Industry City)
Thursday Night
🧘🏽Prospect Park Yoga With Brooklyn Flow: “Brooklyn Flow, Prospect Park Alliance and NewYork-Presbyterian present free, outdoor yoga on the Long Meadow. Brooklyn’s finest yoga teachers from different studios around the park lead free, outdoor group yoga classes in a low-pressure, beautiful environment.”(7:00 PM, Prospect Park)
📷Art History Happy Hour w/Paul McCartney Photographs: “Enjoy a specialty drink and short lectures inspired by ‘Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm,’ which features more than 250 photographs taken by McCartney at the height of Beatlemania. Hear presentations by exhibition organizer Catherine Futter and Debra Hess Norris, Chair of the Department of Art Conservation at the University of Delaware. They’ll highlight the rich photographic, cultural, and preservation histories of the ’60s and beyond. Doors open at 6:30 pm.”(7:00 PM, Brooklyn Museum)
🍿🌳Summer Movie Series @ Old Stone House: 'Summer Of Soul': “7:00 PM Tambor y Cana live music pre-show. 8:30 PM Feature Presentation: of 'Summer of Soul' (2021): Over the course of six weeks during the summer of 1969, thousands of people attend the Harlem Cultural Festival to celebrate Black history, culture, music, and fashion.”(7:00 PM, Old Stone House)
🔥🍿Rooftop Selects: 'Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted' @ Industry City: “Hidden away, deep in the San Fernando Valley, legendary musician Swamp Dogg, alongside housemates Moogstar and Guitar Shorty, have transformed their home into an artistic playground. Together they navigate the tumultuous music industry, forging a unique and inspiring bond across time and space.”(8:00 PM, Industry City)
🔥🤣Adam Conover @ Wild East Brewing: “We are so excited to have @adamconover on the show Thursday! You’ve seen him on his show @adamruinseverything on HBO MAX. He’s also appeared on BO Jack Horseman, THE G Word, and the Eric Andre Show. ”(8:00 PM, Wild East Brewing)
🍿Spoons Toons & Booze Rocks After Dark: “Your Favorite Evening Cartoon, Booze & Free Cereal party with a Music-Themed Menu of toons geared towards adults/teens! It’s the even more R-rated version of our brunch show! Hosted by SecretFormula’s pop culture and cereal experts Michael Austin and Nell Casey, with comedic commentary in-between episodes.”(9:15 PM, Nitehawk)
Friday, 7/12
📷An Intro To Digital Photography: “Join our seasoned photo instructor for a welcoming and informative introduction to digital photography. This class focuses on understanding your traditional digital camera, covering essential settings like shutter speed, aperture, white balance, depth of field, and more. The instructor will also walk you through the basics of composition, helping you create photos that stand out. With some interesting photography history included, you’ll gain both practical skills and inspiring knowledge. Perfect for beginners or those wanting a refresher, this class is tailored for those using more traditional digital cameras: DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. Bring your camera and get ready to improve your photography!”(2:30 PM, Central Library)
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Travels Over Feeling: Celebrating Arthur Russell: “Paying homage to visionary musician Arthur Russell’s timeless genre-blending work, the acclaimed Wordless Music Orchestra will perform Russell’s seminal 1983 album Tower of Meaning.”(6:00 PM, Prospect Park)
🛼Boy Bands Vs Girl Pop Dreamland Roller Disco Roller Dance Nights: “A themed, dress up, immersive roller skating experience that will transport you into a fabulous retro roller disco “dreamland.””(7:00 PM, LeFrak Center @ Lakeside, $28.45)
🔥🤣Chloe Troast: “Chloe Troast is the only new SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE cast member to join season 49 and was named a NEW FACE at Just for Laughs 2023. Previously, she landed the Amy Pascal Feature Film GOODRICH starring Michael Keaton and shot a recurring role on Paul Feig's ABC pilot DROP OFF, opposite Ellie Kemper. ”(7:30 PM, The Bell House, $30.3)
🤣Edy Modica: “Modica is a New York based Comedian whose stand-out performance on the Emmy Nominated breakout comedy of the year, JURY DUTY (Freevee), earned her a place in the Hollywood Reporter's list of ‘20 Supporting Actors Who Stole The Scene…’ in 2023. As a creator, Edy was named one of Filmmaker Magazine’s ‘25 New Faces of Film Independent Film 2022,’ from her debut short film 'Nicole.'”(8:00 PM, Littlefield, $15.08)
Saturday, 7/13
🏎Porschella By Carpark @ Industry City: “The celebration of all things Porsche presented by CarPark is back and better than ever. 70+ select rides will be on display indoors at Industry City’s iconic Box Factory in Brooklyn from 10AM to 2PM on Saturday, July 13. Outside, 75+ Porsches of all types will be able to park in our first-ever Porschella Paddock. From factory stock performance machines to outlaw racing and safari builds, Porschella has them all, showcasing all of our favorite marques’ sports cars.”(10:00 AM, Industry City, $28)
🍿'Little Shop Of Horrors' (1960) @ Nitehawk: “Nebbish Seymour Krelboind (Jonathan Haze) works for the ultra-cheap Gravis Mushnick (Mel Welles) at his skid row floral shop. He’s infatuated with his coworker, Audrey (Jackie Joseph), but knows he’ll never be able to win her over—that is, until he grows a special plant he calls Audrey, Jr. The only downside? Audrey, Jr.’s ability to talk and its hunger for human blood!”(11:30 AM, Nitehawk)
🇫🇷Bastille Day: “Pétanque and Ricard all day for Bastille Day. Everyone is welcome, you can play with your friend, your family, and grandma, or your little daughter ! Pétanque is this vibe, share time with, no phone, no appointment, just take a break, and feel the French style !”(12:00 PM, Winemak'her)
🍿'Ocean's Eleven' (2001) @ Nitehawk: “Dapper Danny Ocean (George Clooney) is a man of action. Less than 24 hours into his parole from a New Jersey penitentiary, the wry, charismatic thief is already rolling out his next plan. ”(12:00 PM, Nitehawk)
🌱Jack & The Beanstalk @ Puppetworks: “Featuring an original Song Score & a "live" Giant adapted for Marionettes by Nicolas Coppola. (55 minutes; suggested for ages 3 and up)”(12:30 PM, Puppetworks)
💃5th Avenue Free Salsa Concert: “Join us for an unforgettable day of music, dance, and fun at our Annual Salsa Concert, brought to you by Besito's Restaurant, Salsa Salsa Dance Studio, and 5th Avenue B.I.D. This free outdoor event is perfect for salsa enthusiasts and those looking to experience the vibrant rhythms of salsa, bachata, and more!”(1:00 PM, 50 5th Ave)
🎨Weekend Art: Saturday Sketch Club Inspired By Paul Mccartney: “Draw inspiration from Paul McCartney’s photographs! At these all-ages, drop-in programs, held on select Saturdays, check out the exhibition Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm. Then, learn about drawing techniques and create your own sketches inspired by the works on view.”(1:00 PM, Brooklyn Museum)
🎨’Summer Feeling’ Group Art Exhibition: “Our annual Summer group exhibition is a time for celebration of creativity and artistic expression. This adds an exciting element of anticipation for the exhibition. Past exhibitions represented both emerging and established artists from around the world. Our gallery is curated by artists for artists, which fosters a dynamic and supportive environment where creative visionaries can thrive.”(3:00 PM, Industry City)
Saturday Night
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 | Lollise | Rich Medina | IAM LOVE: “Seun Kuti, son of legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, continues his father’s political and musical legacy as the leader of his father’s former band Egypt 80. Lollise, a bold Afro-futurist pop artist from Botswana, will transport us through real and imagined worlds with her rich, multidimensional sound.”(7:00 PM, Prospect Park)
🤣🌈Trans-It Girls With Nori Reed & Hayden Johnson: “Reed is an iconic LA-based comedian, writer, and actress originally from Christian County, Kentucky. Nori got her start in The Bay Area and was boldly named by SF Weekly as ‘Oakland’s Next Great Comedian’. Most recently, she wrote for seasons five and six of Disney’s Raven’s Home, creating Disney Channel’s first-ever live-action trans character, which led to GLAAD award and Emmy award nominations. ”(7:30 PM, The Bell House, $25.15)
Sunday, 7/14
Note: Libraries are closed Sunday due to city budget cuts.
🧶Brooklyn Pop-Up Market @ Brooklyn Museum: “Stop by our market to shop one-of-a-kind, handmade items from local artisans. This weekly event features more than 20 vendors offering artwork, jewelry, fashion, home and apothecary goods, and more.”(10:30 AM, Brooklyn Museum)
Smorgasburg: “Presented in partnership with Prospect Park Alliance, is considered the “Woodstock of Eating.” The celebrated open-air food fair is back in Prospect Park for the 2024 season! Over 60 local businesses will gather on Breeze Hill, near the Lincoln Road entrance, to offer a range of food and drink every Sunday ”(11:00 AM, Prospect Park)
🇫🇷La Brooklynaise Pétanque Tournament & Fête: “Join us at Carreau Club to celebrate Bastille Day. We’ll be hosting a mixed triples tournament, playing some great tunes, serving up some food specials, and hanging on the pastis patio all afternoon. $75/team (6 boules, 3 players, >1 gender) Swag bags for all teams. Medals and prizes for top finishers in concours and consolation brackets.”(11:00 AM, Industry City)
🍿Sundays On Fire: Secret Hong Kong 35Mm Feature: “As the Hong Kong film industry imploded in the late ‘90s, one of its campiest directors and one of its trashiest producers revisited their early ‘90s hit about high fashion lesbian assassins, and decided to do do it again… but this time for the boys. The result? A movie that will explode your skull with its total commitment to turning the implied male bonding of action movies into a psychosexual bullet ballet about men who love each other almost as much as they love their guns. ”(12:00 PM, Nitehawk)
🎉Party On The Plaza: Sundays Are Back At Central Library!: “We're throwing a party to thank City Leaders and our loyal patrons for keeping NYC's libraries strong. Brooklyn Public Library is pleased to announce that the New York City budget agreement for Fiscal Year 2025 includes a full restoration of operating funding for public libraries—which means that BPL can resume seven-day service. Join us on Central Library's Plaza for: Live entertainment, Giveaways, Reading recommendations from our BookMatch team, BPL's Bookmobile, A selfie station, And much more!”(12:30 PM, Central Library)
🌱Jack & The Beanstalk @ Puppetworks: See Saturday listing.(12:30 PM, Puppetworks)
💃A Contra Dance For All!: “We’re wrapping up a weekend of dancing with a Contra Dance for All with one of the best caller’s around, Alexandra Deis Lauby, and the incredibly talented duo of Meghan Mette’ fiddle and Brendan Hearn’s guitar and cello!”(4:30 PM, Camp Friendship)
🔥🤣Sun's Out, Guns Out: A Night Of Comedy To Benefit March Fourth: See Get Involved above. (8:00 PM, The Bell House, $25.15)
Monday, 7/15
🔋Energy Healing And Meditation Workshop: “Join Tell Every Amazing Lady® and Prospect Park Alliance for a free 30-minute guided meditation moderated by Jane Weedon MSPT, MFA, of Integrated Physical Therapy and Healing Arts, to help you relax and focus on your wellness before kicking off your day!”(8:30 AM, Prospect Park )
🩸Industry City Blood Drive: See Get Involved above.(10:00 AM, Industry City)
🎹Music Production At The Library: Synthesizers: “Learn the basics of synthesizers and electronic sounds, right here at Brooklyn Public Library. This workshop will cover the basics of how to use a synth. We will discuss oscillators and sonic generators, modulators, LFO’s, filters and envelopes. We will use computer software, a keyboard, and a physical, analog synth to create electronic music. We will also discuss effects, arpeggiators, sequencers, and more techniques, with demonstrations. ”(5:45 PM, Central Library)
🏃NYRR Brooklyn Run 5K: “Join New York Road Runners in Prospect Park for a “Monday Fun-day” on Monday, July 15 to show your love for Brooklyn. Shake out the Monday blues and race 3.1 miles around Prospect Park as part of your 9+1 journey toward guaranteed entry to the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon or kick off training for this year’s marathon in a fun environment.”(6:45 PM, Prospect Park)
Tuesday, 7/16
🎶Jack And Friends Summer Concert Series: Sunny Songsters: “Soar to new heights with the Sunny Songsters! The original music of the Sunny Songsters will get everyone singing and connecting from the comfort of home. We bring children on an exciting musical voyage filled with instruments, scarves, bubbles, activity-based music and puppet-play. Join us as we warm our vocals, train our ears, practice rhythms and explore various musical concepts that will get your child moving and grooving with us. ”(4:00 PM, Park Slope Library)
Wednesday, 7/17
👠Bklyn Fashion Academy Model Casting Call: “BKLYN Fashion Academy is casting models for our Runway Show! Models will also have the opportunity to be casted, with our partner, Fashion Week Brooklyn's showcases. We are looking for universal models, ages 17 and older. Models MUST be available for September 27, 2024. ”(5:00 PM, Central Library)
💸Money Out Loud: All The Financial Stuff No One Taught Us (Book Club & Q&A With Author Berna Anat): “In this illustrated, deeply unserious guide to money, Berna Anat—aka the Financial Hype Woman—freaks out her immigrant parents by doing the unthinkable: Talking about money. Loudly. Because we’re done staying silent, anxious, and ashamed about our money. It's time to join the party and finally learn about all the financial stuff that always felt too confusing.”(6:00 PM, Central Library)
🍿🌳Paramount + Movie Nights: 'Clueless': “Spend your summer nights in Prospect Park with Paramount+ Movie Nights in Brooklyn, the free, outdoor movie series. This week's movie is Clueless! Shallow, rich and socially successful Cher is matchmaking everyone in her life, but can't find someone of her own. Enter Hot Stepbrother, Paul Rudd!”(6:30 PM, Prospect Park )
🎶Mizik Ayiti! Featuring Jonathan Michel: L’Ouverture: “L’Ouverture brings the vibrant music and rich culture of Haiti and the African Diaspora to the forefront. The group embraces the meaning of its name, "the opening," by inviting audiences to experience the essence of Haitian music and stories. Free with Garden admission.”(7:00 PM, Brooklyn Botanic Garden)
🔥🤣Jackie Johnson: How To Get A Second Husband: “Comedian, triple threat, and public speaker Jackie Johnson has had not one, but TWO husbands. During that profound and painful time in her life, when her first marriage came to an end, she took a LOT of notes. And this vital information should not be gatekept! So now, Jackie is offering a life-changing seminar- how to find YOUR redemption husband.”(7:30 PM, Union Hall)
🍿'Set It Off' @ Nitehawk: “After being fired from her job as a bank teller, Frankie (Vivica A. Fox) begins working at a janitorial service with her friends Tisean (Kimberly Elise), a single mother; Cleo (Queen Latifah), a boisterous lesbian; and Stony (Jada Pinkett), who is dealing with the recent death of her brother. The women are struggling with their finances, so they decide to start robbing banks. At first the group is successful, but they soon attract the attention of an obsessive detective (John C. McGinley).”(9:15 PM, Nitehawk)
Thursday, 7/18
🍿Make A Movie On Your Phone: “Learn to use your mobile device to make compelling short-form videos. We’ll start you off with scriptwriting and storyboarding discuss frame composition, and then cover how to get the best audio and lighting when recording your footage. You’ll also explore free/wallet-friendly editing apps that can assemble it all into your final short form masterpiece.”(2:00 PM, Central Library)
🎨Teen Time: Graffiti Art Workshop By David Alicea: “Learn about the history of Hip Hop through the bold world of graffiti art! This form of art is one of the five foundational elements to define Hip Hop. Practice and share your graffiti art style, create your own tag during this workshop, and learn about Hip Hop's influence over the world of visual art. Before and after the workshop, hang out with friends, and meet and greet new ones. Enjoy some snacks, conversation, and music!”(2:00 PM, Park Slope Library)
🎶Trill Mega Jam Hosted By Melanie Charles: “As the hot sun sinks, Midsummer Nights will bring another kind of heat to Seventh Ave with four golden-hour concerts on BKCM’s front stoop. This year’s series is curated by rising jazz star and 2023-24 BKCM Jazz Leadership Fellow Melanie Charles and Make Jazz Trill Again, the NYC-based collective she co-founded. Melanie has handpicked a lineup of artists who are expanding the borders of contemporary jazz in NYC, infusing elements of R&B, hip-hop, Latin, African and experimental musical traditions across four concerts that offer something for music lovers of all ages and backgrounds.”(6:30 PM, Brooklyn Conservatory of Music)
🎪🪦A Night At Niblo's Garden (SOLD OUT): “Green-Wood’s ever-popular Victorian extravaganza is back! Enjoy an enchanted evening of nineteenth-century showmanship—fire eaters, musicians, contortionists, dancers, and lots of surprises from Bindlestiff Family Cirkus.”(7:00 PM, Green-Wood Cemetery)
🎨Pints And Prints: Hiroshige And Murakami: “Grab a brew and create your own art prints with Japanese gyotaku techniques, inspired by Hiroshige’s 100 Famous Views of Edo (feat. Takashi Murakami). This workshop is led by teaching artist Sato Yamamoto. Tickets are $35 and include after-hours admission to Hiroshige’s 100 Famous Views of Edo (feat. Takashi Murakami), a complimentary drink, and a Brooklyn Museum tote. Art materials are provided.”(7:00 PM, Brooklyn Museum, $35)
🍿🌳Summer Movie Series @ Old Stone House: 'Yesterday' “Jack Malik is a struggling singer-songwriter in an English seaside town whose dreams of fame are rapidly fading, despite the fierce devotion and support of his childhood best friend, Ellie. After a freak bus accident during a mysterious global blackout, Jack wakes up to discover that The Beatles have never existed. Performing songs by the greatest band in history to a world that has never heard them, Jack becomes on overnight sensation with a little help from his agent.”(7:00 PM, Old Stone House)
🍿Shouting At The Screen @ Nitehawk: “Back in the days before live-tweeting, the only way to express your thoughts while watching a movie was to yell them out loud to the delight of your friends, and the disgust of some old people a few rows in front of you. Comedian Wyatt Cenac (HBO’s Problem Areas, Bob’s Burgers) and musician Donwill (Tanya Morgan, Adulting with Michelle Buteau & Jordan Carlos) invite you to join them as they recreate the kind of ridiculous, loud mouthed magic that is generally found in movie theaters owned by a guy named Magic.”(9:15 PM, Nitehawk)
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