> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://bklyner.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Park Slope Planner: The Best Events April 9-12 - URL: https://bklyner.com/park-slope-planner-the-best-events-april-9-12-parkslopestoop/ - Published: 2015-04-09T20:28:41.000Z - Updated: 2015-04-09T20:32:25.000Z - Author: Mary Bakija - Tags: Central Library, littlefield, Pacific Library, Park Slope Library, St. John's Episcopal Church, The Bell House, The Rock Shop, Union Hall, #API-Imported ![Photo via Sandbox Percussion](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/pss_sandboxpercussion_fb-702x468.jpg) Photo via [Sandbox Percussion](https://www.facebook.com/sandboxpercussion/photos/pb.417694938266076.-2207520000.1428614252./741458269223073/?type=3&theater) We’ve got some fun events that will get you moving and grooving this weekend around the neighborhood, from a silent film with a live piano score, to stand-up comedy, to an art opening, and more — see all the details below. Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Check out our [children’s events listing](/blog/kids/playtime-in-park-slope-upcoming-childrens-events-82)! [**Walt Whitman’s Writing Process: The Poet At Work In Brooklyn**](http://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/walt-whitmans-writing-pro-park-slope-library-040915?ref=bklyner.com) **When:** Thursday, April 9, 6-7:30pm **Where:** [Park Slope Library](http://www.bklynlibrary.org/locations/park-slope?ref=bklyner.com), 431 6th Avenue at 9th Street **What:** With digital images of Walt Whitman’s manuscripts, Professor Matt Miller will explore the Grandfather of American poetry’s writing process on Thursday night. **How much:** Free. [**Cheap Date Comedy Show**](http://www.unionhallny.com/event/824079-cheap-date-comedy-show-brooklyn/?ref=bklyner.com) **When:** Thursday, April 9, 10pm **Where:** [Union Hall](http://www.unionhallny.com/?ref=bklyner.com), 702 Union Street **What:** Promises of big laughs and free snacks! Tonight’s lineup features Josh Gondelman, Selena Coppock, Mike Brown, Subhah Agarwal, Jessica Watkins, Ron Krasnow, Anthony DeVito, and is hosted by Sharron Paul and Calvin Cole. **How much:** $5, tickets available in [advance](https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/824079?ref=bklyner.com). [**Kings Of Karaoke**](http://www.therockshopny.com/event/778811-kings-karaoke-free-brooklyn/?ref=bklyner.com) **When:** Thursday, April 9, 10:30pm **Where:** [The Rock Shop](http://www.therockshopny.com/?ref=bklyner.com), 249 4th Avenue **What:** For those who’ve got a song in their heart, and possibly a beer in their belly. **How much:** Free! [**Art Reception: Without Words By Salim Hasbini**](http://www.littlefieldnyc.com/event/816419-without-words-by-salim-brooklyn/?ref=bklyner.com) **When:** Friday, April 10, 6pm **Where:** [Littlefield](http://www.littlefieldnyc.com/?ref=bklyner.com), 622 Degraw Street **What:** A collection of photos that aim to accomplish this, says Hasbini: “After each workday, I long for something special: a romantic sight, a humorous scene, or surreal surroundings. I search far and wide for signs of life outside my drab office building, photographing during morning commutes, lunch breaks and purposely taking the long way home.” **How much:** Free! [**Coffee Bark**](http://www.prospectpark.org/news-events/events/2015/4/11?ref=bklyner.com#opening-day) **When:** Saturday, April 11, 7-9am **Where:** Meadow beside the Picnic House in Prospect Park (Enter at PPW and 3rd Street) **What:** Saturday is supposed to be a sunny 60 degrees, so bring the pups out for a little fun in Prospect Park. FIDO will be out there with treats for dogs (and their owners), as well as information on off-leash activities. **How much:** Free! [**Basic Dressmaking**](http://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/basic-dressmaking-pacific-library-041115?ref=bklyner.com) **When:** Saturday, April 11, 11am **Where:** [Pacific Library](http://www.bklynlibrary.org/locations/pacific?ref=bklyner.com), 25 4th Avenue **What:** Always wanted to learn how to make your own clothes? This seems like a cool way to start! Participants are asked to bring the following materials: thread, needles, measuring tape, straight pins, material, and marking chalk. **How much:** Free! [**Tango Workshops**](http://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/free-tango-lessons-centra-central-library-dweck-cen-041115?ref=bklyner.com) **When:** Saturday, April 11, 10am-12pm **Where:** [Central Library](http://www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/locations/central?ref=bklyner.com), Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza **What:** Learn the fundamentals of one of a dramatic dance at this fun, informal series from the IATI Theater. Lessons are in English and Spanish, and there are two sessions: 10-11am is for beginners, and 11am-12pm is for advanced dancers. **How much:** Free, but space is limited, so arrive early, and bring your library card for admission. [**Party Like It’s 1999: ’20 Years Since Friday’ Edition**](http://www.thebellhouseny.com/event/804699-party-like-it-s-1999-20-years-brooklyn/?ref=bklyner.com) **When:** Saturday, April 11, 10pm **Where:** [The Bell House](http://www.thebellhouseny.com/?ref=bklyner.com), 149 7th Street **What:** Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of the Ice Cube/Christ Tucker movie Friday by dancing to hits from the soundtrack — such gold as “Keep Their Heads Ringin'” and “Hoochie Mama”! **How much:** Free! [**Food Truck Rally**](/blog/food/food-truck-rally-returns-to-grand-army-plaza-this-sunday) **When:** Sunday, April 12, 11am-5pm **Where:** Grand Army Plaza **What:** Looking for some al fresco, Prospect Park-side dining? The food trucks are back for the season! [**Silent Film Series: Spite Marriage**](http://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/silent-film-series-spite-central-library-dweck-cen-041215?ref=bklyner.com) **When:** Sunday, April 12, 1pm **Where:** [Central Library](http://www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/locations/central?ref=bklyner.com), Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza **What:** Spend a Sunday afternoon with the slapstick comedy of Buster Keaton, who loves a woman who, unfortunately for him, only marries him for spite. The 1929 film will feature a live piano accompaniment by Bernie Anderson. Children under the age of six will not be admitted. **How much:** Free! [**Concerts On The Slope**](http://www.concertsontheslope.com/COTS/Calendar.html?ref=bklyner.com) **When:** Sunday, April 12, 3pm **Where:** [Saint John’s Episcopal Church](http://www.saintjohnsbrooklyn.com/?ref=bklyner.com), 139 St Johns Place **What:** The ensemble-in-residence Sandbox Percussion will “explore the entire range of sounds accessible to their genre,” performing works by Allen, Caccese, Crowell Kotcheff, Lang, Ligeti, and the world premiere of a specially commissioned work by Robert Sirota for two marimbas and two vibraphones. Featuring Ian Rosenbaum, Victor Caccese, Jonathan Allen, and Terry Sweeney. **How much:** Free!