Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn This Week: Movies Under The Stars, Civic Group Meetings & Poetry Jams

Summer may be winding down, but there are still plenty of activities and events in southern Brooklyn this week. Catch a movie under the stars at Century Playground or show off your poetry skills at a local jam session. Many civic groups are also meeting this week for those looking to participate in community leadership.

For even more things to do around Brooklyn, or to add your own upcoming event (some of which we’ll feature in this roundup in the future!), check out our calendar.

Movies Under the Stars: August Rush
When: Monday, September 14, 7 – 9pm
Where: Century Playground, West 2nd Street, near West Brighton Avenue
What: Catch an outdoor movie before the end of summer! This family-friendly flick, about a young boy who discovers his musical roots while searching for his family, stars Robin Williams and Jonathan Rhys-Meyers.
How Much: Free
More info: 718-965-8942

Blood Pressure Screening
When: Tuesday, September 15, 12:30-1pm
Where: Kings Bay Library, 3650 Nostrand Avenue (near Avenue W)
What: Have an experienced nurse check your blood pressure.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1709

Quilting Session
When: Tuesday, September 15, 2 – 7pm
Where: Gerritsen Beach Library, 2808 Gerritsen Avenue (Near Bartlett Place)
What: Share ideas and learn techniques from other quilters. Bring your own materials.
How Much: Free
More info: 718-368-1435

Poetry & Percussion
When: Tuesday, September 15, 4 – 5pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue (Near West 19th Street)
What: Play the drums and rap to your own beat at this poetry jam session for teens.
How Much: Free
More info: 718-265-3220

Digital Camera Basics
When: Tuesday, September 15, 5:45 – 7:45pm
Where: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Avenue (Near Kings Highway)
What: Learn how to use your camera’s features to take beautiful photographs in this course presented by BRIC.
How Much: Free
More info: Sign up here.

Guitar Workshop
When: Wednesday, September 16, 4 – 5pm
Where: Brighton Beach Library, 16 Brighton First Road (Near Brighton Beach Avenue)
What: Get started on your journey towards becoming the next great guitarist!
How Much: Free
More info: 718-946-2917

Community Board 10 Meeting
When: Wednesday, September 16, 7pm
Where: District Office, 8119 5th Avenue
What: Community Board 10’s Police & Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss liquor license applications from local businesses.
How Much: Free
More info: 718-745-6827

Community Board 13 Meeting
When: Wednesday, September 16, 7pm
Where: Coney Island Hospital, 2nd Floor Auditorium, 2601 Ocean Parkway
What: Community Board 13 will have its general board meeting.
How Much: Free
More info: 718-266-3001

Manhattan Beach Community Group Meeting
When: Wednesday, September 16, 7:30pm
Where: P.S. 195, 131 Irwin Street (Near Hampton Avenue)
What: The NYC Office of Emergency Management will be discussing issues related to Superstorm Sandy recovery and resiliency.
How Much: Free

Movies at the Library: Woman In Gold
When: Thursday, September 17, 2 – 4:30pm
Where: New Utrecht Library, 1743 86th Street (Near Bay 17th Street)
What: Make your way to the library to watch this movie about an elderly Jewish refugee who takes on the Austrian government to recover artwork that belongs to her family.
How Much: Free
More info: 718-236-4086