Fri, Aug. 20
Greenpoint Flea Market: noon–8 pm. Greenpoint Reformed Church [138 Milton St. between Manhattan Avenue and Franklin Street in Greenpoint, (718) 383-5941].
Film, “Alice in the Cities”: Films directed and delected by Benny and Josh Safdie. $7.50-$12. 2, 4:30, 6:50, 9:30 pm. BAM Rose Cinema [30 Lafayette Ave. at Ashland Place in Fort Greene, (718) 636-4129], http://www.bam.org.
Forgotten championship Wrestling: Featuring Hall of Famer Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka, and others. $20. 5 pm. MCU Park [1904 Surf Ave. at W. 17th St. in Coney Island, (718) 449-8497], http://www.ringfever.com.
mussic, Reggae Singer Ky-Mani: Son of legend Bob Marley performs as part of Summer Groove 2010. Tickets, $60 (includes food). 6:30 pm. Brooklyn Children’s Museum [145 Brooklyn Ave. at St. Marks Avenue in Crown Heights, (718) 735-4400], http://www.brooklynkids.org.
Tasty Bits Comedy: 7 pm. Pete’s Candy Store [709 Lorimer St. at Richardson Street in Williamsburg, (718) 302-3770], http://www.petescandystore.com.
Comedy night: Hosted by Nick Turner (College Humor) and Jason Saenz (DC Comedy Festival). Free. 8 pm. Coco66 [66 Greenpoint Ave. between Franklin and West streets in Greenpoint, (917) 807-6045], http://www.myspace.com/coco66.
Music, Tulivu and Donna Cumberbatch: Part of the “Jazz in the Garden” series. $15. 8 pm and 9:30 pm. Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture [53 Prospect Park West at Second Street in Park Slope, (718) 768-2972], http://www.bsec.org.
Theater, “Spacemen from Space”: Based on the B-movies of the 1930s and ’40s. $18. 8 pm. Brick Theater [575 Metropolitan Ave. at Lorimer Street in Williamsburg, (718) 907-6189], http://www.bricktheater.com.
Music, Classical Concert: Selections from Vivaldi, Strauss, Beethoven. $35 ($30 senior, $15 student). 8 pm. Bargemusic [Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street and Furman Street in DUMBO, (718) 624-2083], http://www.bargemusic.org.
Theater, “Playthings of the Gods”: A series of short amusements on love and hate between Man and God. 8 pm. Christ Church [320 Clinton St. at Kane St. in Cobble Hill, (718) 350-1265].
Music, Ethan Lipton: Jazz, blues, country. 8 pm. Barbes [376 Ninth St. at Sixth Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 965-9177], http://www.barbesbrooklyn.com.
Music, O’Death, The Goddamn Rattlesnake, Jonny Corndawg: $10. 8 pm. Rock Shop [249 Fourth Ave. between President and Carroll streets in Park Slope, (718) 230-5740], therockshopny.com.
Opera, “Amor and Psyche”: $18. 8 pm. Christ Church Cobble Hill [320 Clinton St. at Kane Street in Cobble Hill, (718) 624-0083], http://www.christchurchcobblehill.org.
Friday night fireworks: Spectacular fireworks display directly over the Boardwalk. Free. 9:30 pm. Coney Island Boardwalk [Boardwalk at W. 10th Street in Coney Island, (212) NEW-YORK], http://www.coneyislandfunguide.com.
Music, Ghost Train Orchestra: Jazz. 10 pm. Barbes [376 Ninth St. at Sixth Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 965-9177], http://www.barbesbrooklyn.com.
Music, Lifted: $8. 11 pm. Spike Hill Tavern [184 Bedford Ave. at North Seventh Street in Williamsburg, (718) 218-9737], http://www.spikehill.com.
Music, Karaoke: Free. Midnight. Union Hall [702 Union St. at Fifth Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 638-4400], http://www.unionhallny.com.
Music, Dance Fight: $8. Midnight. Spike Hill Tavern [184 Bedford Ave. at North Seventh Street in Williamsburg, (718) 218-9737], http://www.spikehill.com.
Sat, Aug. 21
OUTDOORS AND TOURS
Health, Brooklyn Road Runners Club: Group runs for intermediate and advance runners. Free. 9 am. Bartel-Pritchard Square [15th Street and Prospect Park West in Park Slope, (917) 238-9447], http://www.brooklynroadrunners.org.
Tour, Nostalgia train: Take a double dose of nostalgia with plenty of rides on the vintage trains to Coney Island. The museum still has seats available. Call for fees. call for times. New York Transit Museum [Boerum Place at Schermerhorn Street in Downtown, (718) 694-4915], http://www.mta.info/mta/museum.
PERFORMANCE
Music, Asobi Seksu: Featuring food provided by former Greenpoint Food Market vendors. $15 in advance, $18 at the door. 4–6 pm. 383 Carroll St. (383 Carroll St. near Bond Street in Gowanus), meanredproductions.com.
Music, In Performance Jazz Workshop: Free. 6:30 pm. Sam Levinson Theater at Brooklyn College [2900 Bedford Avenue between Hillel Place and Campus Road in Midwood, (718) 375-5510].
Music, Apollo Run, Laarks, Ghost Ghost, El May: $10. 7:30 pm. Rock Shop [249 Fourth Ave. between President and Carroll streets in Park Slope, (718) 230-5740], therockshopny.com.
Theater, “Devils”: The true story of Grandier, a priest who was tortured and executed after nuns accused him of being in league with demons. Starring Eric Oleson. $18. 8 pm. Brick Theater [575 Metropolitan Ave. at Lorimer Street in Williamsburg, (718) 907-6189], http://www.bricktheater.com.
Music, Classical Concert: 8 pm. See Friday, Aug. 20.
Music, Paul Geremia: Jazz, country blues. $12 ($10 in advance). 8 pm. Jalopy [315 Columbia St. between Hamilton Avenue and Woodhull Street in Columbia Street Waterfront, (718) 395-3214], http://www.jalopy.biz.
Music, Juliette Lewis: $15 advance, $18 day of show. 9 pm. Music Hall of Williamsburg [66 N. Sixth St. between Kent and Wythe avenues in Williamsburg, (718) 486-5400], http://www.musichallofwilliamsburg.com.
Music, Floating Kabarette: $5. 10:30 pm. Galapagos Art Space [16 Main St. at Water Street in DUMBO, (718) 222-8500], http://www.galapagosartspace.com.
SALES AND MARKETS
Park Slope Greenmarket: Brooklyn’s answer to Union Square. 9 am–4 pm. Grand Army Plaza [Union Street at Flatbush Avenue in Park Slope, (212) 788-7900], cenyc.org.
PS 321 Flea Market: Free. 9 am–5 pm. PS 321 schoolyard (Seventh Avenue and First Street in Park Slope), http://www.parkslopefleamarket.com.
Artists and Fleas: Free. Noon–8 pm. Artists and Fleas (129 N. Sixth St. between Bedford Avenue and Berry Street in Williamsburg), http://www.artistsandfleas.com.
OTHER
Reading, Sketches and storytelling: Featuring cartoonist George O’Connor. 10:30 am. Greenlight Bookstore [686 Fulton St. between South Elliott Place and South Portland Avenue in Fort Greene, (718) 246-0200], abookstoreinbrooklyn.blogspot.com.
Film, “Small Change”: Directed by Benny and Josh Safdie. $7.50-$12. 2, 6:50 and 9:15 pm. BAM Rose Cinema [30 Lafayette Ave. at Ashland Place in Fort Greene, (718) 636-4129], http://www.bam.org.
Brooklyn Wort: Twenty homebrewers vie for a $1,000 cash prize in this homebrewing competition, where you too can sample the concoctions. $20 (includes beer samples and plate of food). 2:30 pm and 5 pm. Sycamore [1118 Cortelyou Rd. between Stratford and Westminster roads in Ditmas Park, (347) 240-5850], http://www.sycamorebrooklyn.com.
Reading, Fort Greene Park Summer Literary Festival: Features young writers and established Caribbean poets. 3 pm. Fort Greene Park Visitor Center [Enter park at Myrtle Avenue and Washington Park in Fort Greene, (718) 723-3218].
Film, “Daddy Longlegs”: Directed by Benny and Josh Safdie. $7.50-$12. 4:30 and 9:15 pm. BAM Rose Cinema [30 Lafayette Ave. at Ashland Place in Fort Greene, (718) 636-4129], http://www.bam.org.
Film, “The Princess Bride”: $5. 5 pm. Peter Jay Sharp Theater [2537 Broadway at 95th Street in New York, (212) 864-5400].
Film, “Haiti’s Hidden Treasures”: Free. 6–9 pm. St. Francis College [180 Remsen St., between Court and Clinton streets in Brooklyn Heights, (917) 771-7935].
Sun, Aug. 22
OUTDOORS AND TOURS
Health, Brooklyn Road Runners Club: 9 am. See Saturday, Aug. 21.
Sunday Best: DJ dance party. $12, $8 before 4 pm with rsvp. 3–9 pm. Fireproof (119 Ingraham St. at Varick Avenue in Bushwick), http://www.sundaybestnyc.com.
Walk and train your dog: Join a certified dog trainer and learn how to have Fido stop pulling the leash or causing trouble. $45. Noon. Cheeky Dog Doggie Daycare [149 Plymouth St. between Pearl and Jay streets in DUMBO, (718) 222-9270], http://www.cheekydog.net/cheekydog/training.html.
PERFORMANCE
Theater, “Spacemen from Space”: 2 pm and 7 pm. See Friday, Aug. 20.
Theater, “Life is a Dream”: A Festival of Fools performs Pedro Calderón de la Barca’s best-known play. Free. 2 pm. Prospect Park Music Pagoda (Enter the park at Empire Boulevard and Ocean Avenue in Prospect Park), http://www.afestivaloffools.com.
Music, Classical Concert: Selections from Schubert, Bloch, Ravel. $35 ($30 senior, $15 student). 3 pm. Bargemusic [Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street and Furman Street in DUMBO, (718) 624-2083], http://www.bargemusic.org.
Music, Open Mic: 5–8 pm. Pete’s Candy Store [709 Lorimer St. at Richardson Street in Williamsburg, (718) 302-3770], http://www.petescandystore.com.
Music, Meghan Lastra: 8 pm. Spike Hill Tavern [184 Bedford Ave. at North Seventh Street in Williamsburg, (718) 218-9737], http://www.spikehill.com.
Music, Howard Britz Group: Featuring Orin Evans. $10. 8–11 pm. Puppet’s Jazz Bar [481 Fifth Ave. at 11th Street in Park Slope, (718) 499-2622], http://www.puppetsjazz.com.
Music, Matty Charles and the Hesitations: Indie-folk. 8:30 pm. Pete’s Candy Store [709 Lorimer St. at Richardson Street in Williamsburg, (718) 302-3770], http://www.petescandystore.com.
Music, The Simple Man: 9 pm. Spike Hill Tavern [184 Bedford Ave. at North Seventh Street in Williamsburg, (718) 218-9737], http://www.spikehill.com.
Music, Stephane Wrembel: Mixes up the traditional Django repertoire along gypsy swing re-interpretations of standards. 9 pm. Barbes [376 Ninth St. at Sixth Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 965-9177], http://www.barbesbrooklyn.com.
SALES AND MARKETS
PS 321 Flea Market: 9 am–5 pm. See Saturday, Aug. 21.
Artists and Fleas: Noon–8 pm. See Saturday, Aug. 21.
Farmers Market: Free. 11 am–5 pm. J.J. Byrne Park (Fifth Avenue and Fourth Street in Park Slope).
OTHER
Sunday Sharing Circle: Provides an opportunity to develop connections in a supportive way. 11 am. Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture [53 Prospect Park West at Second Street in Park Slope, (718) 768-2972], http://www.bsec.org.
Reading, Artie Bennett: Author of the children’s classic, “The Butt Book.” Free. 11 am. Babbo’s Books [242 Prospect Park West in Windsor Terrace, (718) 788-3475], http://www.babbosbooks.com.
Mon, Aug. 23
Film, Movie Mondays: Free popcorn all night. Free. 7:30 pm. Delia’s Lounge [9224 Third Ave. at 92nd Street in Bay Ridge, (718)745-7999], http://www.deliaslounge.com.
Music, Nicole Zuraitis Group: $6. 6–8:30 pm. Puppet’s Jazz Bar [481 Fifth Ave. at 11th Street in Park Slope, (718) 499-2622], http://www.puppetsjazz.com.
Workshop, Learn how to write a Horror Movie Screenplay: Lecture, watching horror films, writing exercises, and workshopping student work. 7–10 pm. 3rd Ward [195 Morgan Ave. at Stagg Street in Bushwick, (718) 715-4961], http://www.3rdward.com.
Music, Sean Paul: With The Mighty Sparrow. Free. 7:30 pm. Wingate Field [Brooklyn Avenue between Rutland Road and Winthrop Street in Crown Heights, (718) 222-0600], http://www.brooklynconcerts.com.
Reading, Blogger/author pairings series: Author Marcy Dermansky discusses her book, “Bad Marie,” with blogger Lizzie Skurnick of Old Hag. 7:30 pm. Greenlight Bookstore [686 Fulton St. between South Elliott Place and South Portland Avenue in Fort Greene, (718) 246-0200], abookstoreinbrooklyn.blogspot.com.
Music, Comedy: Featuring Myq Kaplan, Sean Patton, Marc Normand. $3. 7:30 pm. Union Hall [702 Union St. at Fifth Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 638-4400], http://www.unionhallny.com.
Music, Jazz and more: With The Zig Zag Quartet. $20 ($10 students). 8 pm. Bargemusic [Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street and Furman Street in DUMBO, (718) 624-2083], http://www.bargemusic.org. .
Reading, Release Party for “Mockingjay”: 10:30 pm. Word [126 Franklin St. at Milton Street in Greenpoint, (718) 383-0096], wordbrooklyn.wordpress.com.
Music, Melissa Aldana: Jazz night. 11 pm. Spike Hill Tavern [184 Bedford Ave. at North Seventh Street in Williamsburg, (718) 218-9737], http://www.spikehill.com.
Music, Jack Marks: 11 pm. Pete’s Candy Store [709 Lorimer St. at Richardson Street in Williamsburg, (718) 302-3770], http://www.petescandystore.com.
Tues, Aug. 24
Health, Brooklyn Road Runners Club: Group runs for intermediate and advance runners. Meet on Prospect Park West. Free. 6:45 pm. Prospect Park Band Shell [Enter Park at Prospect Park West and Ninth St. in Prospect Park, (917) 238-9447], http://www.brooklynroadrunners.org.
Dancing Under the Stars: Programming for kids and adults. 6–9 pm. Washington Park [Fifth Avenue at Third Street in Park Slope, (718) 369-0300], http://www.parkslopefifthavenuebid.com.
Tour, Brooklyn Bridge Park: Learn the history of the site, the process that led to its creation, the features of its landscape and the innovative sustainable elements that make this truly a green park. 6 pm. Brooklyn Bridge Park (2 Old Fulton St. Pier 1 in Brooklyn Heights), http://www.brooklynbridgepark.org.
Music, Comedy: Free. 6–8 pm. Puppet’s Jazz Bar [481 Fifth Ave. at 11th Street in Park Slope, (718) 499-2622], http://www.puppetsjazz.com.
Full Moon Rides: Come in Vampire makeup or present a convincing Werewolf howl and receive $2 off a Cyclone ticket. $8 first ride ($5 additional rides). 7 pm–closing. Cyclone Roller Coaster [834 Surf Ave. at W. 10th Street in Coney Island, (718) 265-2100], http://www.coneyislandcyclone.com.
Sports, Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Hudson Valley: Includes special promotions for dogs. $8-$16. 7 pm. MCU Park [1904 Surf Ave. at W. 17th St. in Coney Island, (718) 449-8497], http://www.brooklyncyclones.com.
Music, Dave Hertzbergs Heart and Bones: Fusion of jazz, bluegrass, klezmer and rock. 7 pm. Barbes [376 Ninth St. at Sixth Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 965-9177], http://www.barbesbrooklyn.com.
Reading, Ian Christie: Author of “Touch and Go: The Complete Hardcore Punk Zine 1979-’83.” Free. 7–9 pm. PowerHouse Arena [37 Main St. at Water Street in DUMBO, (718) 666-3049], http://www.powerhousearena.com.
Music, Kenny Vance: Free. 7:30 pm. Asser Levy/Seaside Park (Ocean Parkway at Surf Avenue in Coney Island in Coney Island), http://www.planotones.com.
Wed, Aug. 25
Tour, Green-wood Cemetery Trolley Tour: Explore history, the grounds and bird life, and enjoy the Manhattan skyline. Reservations are not required, but recommended. $15. 1 pm. Green-Wood Cemetery [Fifth Avenue and 25th Street in Sunset Park, (718) 768-7300], http://www.green-wood.com.
Workshop, knitting: Free. 6 pm. Brooklyn Public Library’s Central branch [Flatbush Avenue at Eastern Parkway in Grand Army Plaza in Park Slope, (718) 230-2100].
Sports, Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Aberdeen: $8-$16. 7 pm. MCU Park [1904 Surf Ave. at W. 17th St. in Coney Island, (718) 449-8497], http://www.brooklyncyclones.com.
Music, BBQ Blowout: Featuring food from Frankie Sputinos and Andrew W.K. as DJ. $5. 7 pm. Good Company [10 Hope St. between Roebling and Havemayer streets in Williamsburg, (718) 218-7191], http://www.fotpnyc.com.
Film, “Ball of Fire”: As part of the restaurant’s Brooklynite’s Film Fest. 8 pm. Enoteca on Court [347 Court St. at Union Street in Carroll Gardens, (718) 243-1000], http://www.enotecaoncourt.com.
Music, Roots and Ruckus: Weekly American folk showcase. $5. 9 pm. Jalopy [315 Columbia St. between Hamilton Avenue and Woodhull Street in Columbia Street Waterfront, (718) 395-3214], http://www.jalopy.biz.
Thurs, Aug. 26
Health, Brooklyn Road Runners Club: 6:45 pm. See Tuesday, Aug. 24.
Farmer’s market: Bringing affordable, healthy food options, including baked goods and ethnic specialties. Free. 8 am–5 pm. Lutheran Health Center [150 55th St. in Sunset Park, (718) 630-7155].
Film, “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”: Part of Movies with a View. Sundown. Free. Brooklyn Bridge Park (1 Main Street at Water Street in DUMBO).
Music, Paul Shapiro’s Ribs and Brisket Revue: Music of the 1930s and ’40s. Free. 6:30 pm. Brooklyn Public Library’s Central branch [Flatbush Avenue at Eastern Parkway in Grand Army Plaza in Park Slope, (718) 230-2100].
Sports, Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Aberdeen: 7 pm. See Wednesday, Aug. 25.
Music, Classical Concert: The Cady Finlayson Ensemble. Free. 7 pm. Cobble Hill Park (Congress Street and Verandah Place in Cobble Hill).
Music, Latino by the Sea: As part of the Seaside Summer Concert Series. Free. 7:30 pm. Asser Levy/Seaside Park [We. Fifth Street and Surf Avenue in Coney Island, (718) 222-0600], http://www.brooklynconcerts.com.
Prayer service: Interdenominational celebration of 100th birthday of Mother Teresa. Free. 7:30 pm. Regina Pacis Church [1230 65th St. between 12th and 13th avenues in Dyker Heights, (718) 236-0909].
Theater, “Devils”: 8 pm. See Saturday, Aug. 21.
Music, Regina Opera Company: Concert of opera and Broadway selections. 8:00 pm. St. Rosalia [18th Avenue and 75th St. in Bensonhurst, (718) 259-2772], http://www.reginaopera.org.
Music, Andy Statman: Folk, jazz. $10. 10 pm. Barbes [376 Ninth St. at Sixth Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 965-9177], http://www.barbesbrooklyn.com.
Fri, Aug. 27
Greenpoint Flea Market: noon–8 pm. See Friday, Aug. 20.
Family Fridays: Noon–3 pm. See Friday, Aug. 20.
Workshop, Language workshop: 1:30 pm. See Friday, Aug. 20.
Dance, Michael Jackson Dance Party: Free. 2:30 pm. Brooklyn Public Library’s Central branch [Flatbush Avenue at Eastern Parkway in Grand Army Plaza in Park Slope, (718) 230-2100].
Sports, Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Aberdeen: 7 pm. See Wednesday, Aug. 25.
REading, Archipelago Books: Celebrating this small press with food, music and authors. 7:30 pm. Greenlight Bookstore [686 Fulton St. between South Elliott Place and South Portland Avenue in Fort Greene, (718) 246-0200], abookstoreinbrooklyn.blogspot.com.
Comedy night: 8 pm. See Friday, Aug. 20.
Music, Ed Stoute Quintet: Part of the “Jazz in the Garden” series. $20. 8 pm and 9:30 pm. Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture [53 Prospect Park West at Second Street in Park Slope, (718) 768-2972], http://www.bsec.org.
Theater, “Devils”: 8 pm. See Saturday, Aug. 21.
Music, Classical Concert: Selections from Stravinsky, Debussy, Schoenberg with Steven Beck, piano. $35 ($30 senior, $15 student). 8 pm. Bargemusic [Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street and Furman Street in DUMBO, (718) 624-2083], http://www.bargemusic.org.
Friday night fireworks: 9:30 pm. See Friday, Aug. 20.
Music, “Made in the Eighties” Dance Party: Free. 10 pm. Union Hall [702 Union St. at Fifth Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 638-4400], http://www.unionhallny.com.
Sat, Aug. 28
Theater, “Life is a Dream”: 2 pm. See Sunday, Aug. 22.
Theater, “Devils”: 8 pm. See Saturday, Aug. 21.
Music, Classical Concert: Selections from Tchaikovsky and more. $45 ($40 senior, $15 student). 8 pm. Bargemusic [Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street and Furman Street in DUMBO, (718) 624-2083], http://www.bargemusic.org.
SALES AND MARKETS
Park Slope Greenmarket: 9 am–4 pm. See Saturday, Aug. 21.
PS 321 Flea Market: 9 am–5 pm. See Saturday, Aug. 21.
Artists and Fleas: Noon–8 pm. See Saturday, Aug. 21.
OTHER
Reading, Artie Bennett: Author of the children’s classic, “The Butt Book.” Free. 10:30 am. Greenlight Bookstore [686 Fulton St. between South Elliott Place and South Portland Avenue in Fort Greene, (718) 246-0200], abookstoreinbrooklyn.blogspot.com.
Magic Show: Free. 1 pm. Word [126 Franklin St. at Milton Street in Greenpoint, (718) 383-0096], wordbrooklyn.wordpress.com.
