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Comedy, Music, Outdoor Movies & Food, This Week In Ditmas Park

Carly Miller

Jul 12, 2016 — 2 min read

It’s going to be a beautiful week, and what better way to enjoy it than stopping to smell the roses, right in your own backyard (or street corner shopping cart). Whether you’re looking for comedy, outdoor movies with a live score, or a multicultural food tasting — this is your spot for the hottest events in Ditmas Park. If you have an event to share, please email us at editor@ditmasparkcorner.com.

Live Music at Bar Chord
When: Tuesday, July 12 at 9pm
Where: Bar Chord, 1008 Cortelyou Road between Coney Island Avenue and Stratford Road
What: American roots musician John Pinamonti performs live at Bar Chord
How Much: No cover charge

Drop The Mike Comedy Show
When: Wednesday, July 13 at 8pm
Where: Sycamore Bar, 1118 Cortelyou Road between Stratford and Westminster Roads
What: Female stand-up comedy close to home! Hosted by Kendra Cunningham, this month’s lineup includes: Myka Fox, Frank Liotti, Claudia Cogan, Rae Sanni, Lauren Maul
How Much: No cover charge

THE TRIPLETS OF BELLEVILLE with live score by Benoit Charest / Jessica Fichot
When: Thursday, July 14 at 8pm
Where: Prospect Park Bandshell, enter the park at 9th Street & Prospect Park West
What: See the oscar-nominated French animated movie showing and live score, on a beautiful Brooklyn night. The film is a fantastical caper involving the Tour de France, the French Mafia, a kidnapping, and a wily grandmother and her faithful dog. See a sneak peak here!
How Much: Free

Taste The Flavor at Flatbush Junction
When: Friday, July 15 from 4pm to 8pm
Where: The Triangle Junction at Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Ave, Boylan Hall Room 1407
What: Taste The Flavor, from the Flatbush-Nostrand Business Improvement District @ The Junction, with live music, free tastings, a community tent, and global food all represented in the vibrant Flatbush community. Music performances at 5pm by Shayshahn PhearNone of PhearNone Entertainment; 6pm by SMAX music; and 8pm by Sabor & The Afro Latineers
How Much: No cover charge

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