Taylor Swift, Lucinda Williams, and Five Concerts
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Worth Booking Now
We know what sells out.
The Brooklyn Half Marathon: ‘From its humble beginning in Prospect Park to one of the largest road races in the country - it’s a story as timeless as Brooklyn itself!’ (April 24, NYC Runs)
Lucinda Williams presents "Don't Tell Anybody the Secrets I Told You" with Steve Earle: “Join iconic singer-songwriter and three-time Grammy winner Lucinda Williams for the launch of her new memoir, Don't Tell Anybody the Secrets I Told You, with Americana legend Steve Earle.” [Editor’s note: Williams and Earle and gods of Americana.] (4/24, Beth Elohim)
Getting It Back: The History of Cymande: “Followed by a Q&A with director Tim Mackenzie-Smith and Cymande members Steve Scipio & Patrick Patterson” [Editor’s note: this showing is part of the Doc n’ Roll Film Festival which is swiftly selling out.] (4/25, Nitehawk)
Nitehawk Feast: Dazed & Confused: “Nitehawk Cinema’s FILM FEASTS are delicious screenings that combine your favorite films with inspired food and drink menus!” For Dazed and Confused, that means a four-course meal including Lone Star, Shiner Bock and THC-infused water. (4/20 [Editor’s note: lol] Nitehawk. $115)
Kiki's Delivery Service @ Nitehawk: “In this anime feature, 13-year-old Kiki moves to a seaside town with her talking cat, Jiji, to spend a year alone.” [Editor’s note: Ghibli screenings always sell out.] (4/22, Nitehawk)
Bonsai Bar @ Brooklyn Brewery: Shaping a Bonsai tree while sipping a beer sounds lovely, and these events always sell out. (6/20, Brooklyn Brewery)
Five-Star Reviews
We only include good reviews because… we like to like things.
Scratch your Ample Hills itch at The Social, just north of the Central Library. Same founder, same vibe, same deliciousness as our gone-too-soon PPW destination. 80’s children will appreciate the decor that’s pulled out of a 1982 toy catalog.
Events This Week
Tonight
Bring It On, Introduced by Shay Filmore & Allie Carieri of “She's Great in That” podcast: "‘She’s Great in That’ is a podcast about ladies and the movies they’re great in! For their second season, they’ll be diving deep into the storied career of Kirsten Dunst! " (9:15 PM, Nitehawk)
Friday
Prospect Park Wellness Walk: "Join Prospect Park Alliance at the Prospect Park Audubon Center for an uplifting and energizing morning walk including scenic trails along the Lullwater, Peninsula, Midwood or Waterfall. Please note, this walk leaves promptly at 6:30 am from the Prospect Park Audubon Center. " (6:30 AM,Prospect Park Audubon Center)
Not Too Late: Rebecca Solnit, Yotam Marom & Renato Redentor Constantino: "An energizing case for hope about the climate, from Rebecca Solnit (“the voice of the resistance” — The New York Times), climate activist Thelma Young Lutunatabua, and a chorus of voices calling on us to rise to the moment. Solnit will be in conversation with contributor and activist Yotam Marom. " (7:00 PM, Central Library)
Sip & Paint: "Flora has the gift of putting you at ease, and allowing you to bring out all your creativity. Let yourself go, and come discover your own universe." (7:30-9:30, Winemak'her bar)
Saturday
The Blues Brothers @ Nitehawk: "Direct out of jail, Jake Blues and his Brother Elwood are off on a “mission from God” to raise funds for the orphanage in which they grew up. " (11:00 AM, Nitehawk)
Spoons and Toons All Ages: "Introduce your favorite childhood cartoons to the next generation (or have them share theirs with us!) and enjoy an afternoon of MUSIC-themed animated entertainment and unlimited cereal! " (12:00 PM, Nitehawk)
12th Annual 90-Second Newbery Film Festival: "a yearly video contest in which kid filmmakers create weird short movies that tell the entire stories of Newbery award-winning books in about 90 seconds. The screening is hosted by children's author James Kennedy (The Order of Odd-Fish). " (1:00 PM, Central Library)
A Québécois Fiddle Evening with Nicolas Babineau & Alexis Chartrand: "Join Brooklyn Contra for an evening of amazing fiddle music from two of Quebec’s most talented traditional musicians, Nicolas Babineau and Alexis Chartrand. $15 cover charge at the door." (7:30 PM, Old Stone House)
Last LeFrak Ice Disco of the Year: Taylor vs. Harry: "Lola Star's Dreamland ICE Disco as part of LeFrak Center hosts a Taylor Swift vs Harry Styles theme night" (7:00-10:00, LeFrak Center)
Sunday
Prospect Park Tours with Turnstile Tours: "Explore everything about Prospect Park, from its flora and geology, to the architectural movements that shaped the park, to the evolution of recreation and play. See how use of the park has changed over time from designers Olmsted and Vaux’s original vision all the way to present day" (10:00 AM , Prospect Park)
The Blues Brothers @ Nitehawk: "Direct out of jail, Jake Blues and his Brother Elwood are off on a “mission from God” to raise funds for the orphanage in which they grew up. " (11:00 AM, Nitehawk)
Closing Day for "Dreaming: Awake and Sleeping: "The final day to view our shows DREAMING: awake and sleeping and our project space show. Plus, at 4:40 a jazz concert titled ‘Me, Myself and Eye’” (440 Gallery)
Brooklyn Symphony: "Join guest conductor David Bernard, Juilliard Pre-College sensation Kento Hong, and the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra for an afternoon of beautiful music. " (2:00 PM, Brooklyn Museum)
Concerts on the Slope Presents: Juri Seo, Beethoven, and Grieg: "Concerts on the Slope is an exciting new series producing monthly chamber music performances in the picturesque, historical parish of St. John’s Episcopal Church" (3:00 PM, St. John’s)
Hudson Valley Sally Concert: "This is the group’s 10th annual concert at OSH, and they are proud to be joined by Mario Cancel-Bigay, singer/songwriter/cuatro player extraordinaire from Puerto Rico, and Ruben Gonzalez, singer/songwriter/guitarist extraordinaire from Argentina. It will be a spirited evening in English and Spanish. " (6:00 PM, Old Stone House)
Monday
John Waters' Serial Mom: "The satirical expression of saccharine domesticity turned violent and the complete obliteration American norms is why nine out of ten Nitehawk staffers agree that Serial Mom is their favorite John Waters film." (9:15 PM, Nitehawk)
Tuesday
Bonsai Bar, SOLD OUT. See note above under “Book Now.” (6:30 PM,Brooklyn Brewery)
Wednesday
Book Club: "Two Sherpas" by Sebastián Martínez Daniell: "Join us in-person at Community Bookstore for a book club discussion of the novel Two Sherpas by Argentine author Sebastián Martínez Daniell, translated by International Booker Prize winner Jennifer Croft." (7:00 PM, Community Bookstore)
Community Board 6 meeting. (6:30 PM, In person @ Van Alen Institute, or virtually on Zoom)
Thursday
Teen Takeover Paint 'N Sip Party: "You will find yourself transported to Positano, Italy for our Amalfi Coast themed Paint 'N Sip. Paint, pizza, snacks, and sips provided but registration is required! For Ages 13 - 19" (6:00 PM, Central Library)
Jennifer Senior presents "On Grief" with Andrew Solomon: "Join Atlantic staff writer Jennifer Senior for a discussion of her unflinching, Pulitzer Prize–winning essay on mourning and recovery in the wake of an inconceivable tragedy, On Grief, in conversation with Andrew Solomon. " (7:00 PM, Beth Elohim)
Nitehawk Feast: Dazed & Confused: See above under “Book Now” (7:15 PM, Nitehawk. $115)
Freshly wrapped: Businesses with paper up on the windows
This week on 6th Ave, “Little Green” put up its facade just south of 9th Street. On 7th Ave in North Slope they’re painting the facade of Kolonya Carre black as they close the store. On 7th Ave in South Slope, what was 1 Dozen finished its rebranding to Cafe on 7th.
Changing ownership: La Nature Store, 233 5th Ave. ‘Sunday, April 16 will be La Nature’s final day before the shop closes down for the transition. Until then, we welcome you to stop by, pick up the things you might need, and say goodbye.’ (Via Park Slope Together FB page)
If you have fond memories of what was, or intel about what’s moving into thes storefronts, let us know in the comments!