South Slope Events Spotlight: December 23-29

Mary Bakija

Dec 23, 2013 — 2 min read

Sticking around the neighborhood this week? Just because there’s a holiday, it doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do! Here’s what’s coming up in the area this week:

5th Semi-Annual Coincidental Night of Klezmer
When: Sunday, December 22, 11:30am
Where: Powerhouse on 8th, 1111 8th Avenue
What: December 24th is, generally speaking, a great night for Klezmer and Yiddish song. Nobody has ever satisfactorily explained why, it just seems to be some type of coincidence. After a curious omission in 2012, the coincidence returns in full force for 2013. Featuring Ben Holmes and friends.
How much: $10 suggested donation

Orphan Christmas with The Sometime Boys
When: Wednesday, December 25, 9pm
Where: Freddy’s, 627 5th Avenue
What: They’ll be playing some Christmas songs, naturally, but all sorts of other tunes as well, so put on something festive, grab an instrument, and swing on by to join in.
How much: Free!

Nature on the Go!
When: Thursday, December 26 & Friday, December 27, 2-3pm
Where: Prospect Park’s Audubon Center
What: If the kids have been cooped up inside for a couple days, bring them out to the park to explore some nature on one of these guided tours.
How much: Free!

HenceFourth Fridays with DJ Susan Z. Anthony
When: Friday, December 27, 9pm-2am
Where: Greenwood Park, 555 7th Avenue
What: She promises to spin great tunes all night, and if you’ve been spent a few holidays with your family, chances are good that you’ll enjoy a drink as well.
How much: Free!

Introduction to Birdwatching
When: Saturday, December 28, 12pm
Where: Prospect Park’s Audubon Center
What: Take a tour from the Brooklyn Bird Club to learn about the 250 species of birds that call Prospect Park home.
How much: Free!

Lou Reed Tribute Night
When: Saturday, December 28, 9pm
Where: Freddy’s, 627 5th Avenue
What: Celebrate the music of the singer from the Velvet Underground with performance from Robin Aigner, Even Twice, John Sharples, Erica Smith, Tracey Island, The Umlautz,Paula Carino, Gypsy George, Bill Carney, and more.
How much: Free!

Hot Tub Time Machine
When: Sunday, December 29, 10:30pm
Where: Cafe Steinhof, 422 7th Avenue
What: A screening of the movie that sounds completely ridiculous, but is actually pretty funny. I mean, it’s got Craig Robinson, c’mon.
How much: Free!

Photo via The Sometime Boys

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