Park Slope Planner: The Best Events February 19-22
It’s cold out there, but don’t let that keep you inside this weekend — there are a lot of great events worth bundling up for! From karaoke to a modern quartet, from “technological garbage” art to free unusual museum tours, and more:
Park Slope United Methodist Book Sale
When: Thursday-Sunday, various times
Where: Park Slope United Methodist Church, 410 6th Avenue
What: Expect tens of thousands of books, most priced at $1 or $2 — including a room packed with children’s books — plus CDs, DVDs, and records. More info and times here.
How much: $20 on Thursday, $5 on Friday, free on Saturday and Sunday.
Kings Of Karaoke
When: Thursday, February 19, 10:30pm
Where: The Rock Shop, 249 4th Avenue
What: Boy is it freakin’ cold, so hit the bar and choose something with a chilly edge to sing — maybe Foreigner’s Cold as Ice? Hazy Shade of Winter by the Bangles? A little song and drink is sure to help warm you up!
How much: Free!
Open House & Reception: Digital Being Installation By Taezoo Park
When: Friday, February 20, 11am-8pm
Where: Lower East Side Ecology Center, E-Waste Warehouse, 469 President Street
What: Their first artist-in-residence Taezoo Park is showing his work in the warehouse, which he describes as “kinetic installations of technological garbage based on the hypothetical existence of an invisible and formless creature born within the circuits of electronic waste.” Check it out from 11am to 5pm, with staff giving tours at 1pm and 3pm, and an informal reception from 6-8pm.
How much: Free!
Free Museum Tours
When: Saturday, February 21 & Sunday, February 22, 9am-12pm
Where: Morbid Anatomy Museum, 424 3rd Avenue
What: If you’ve been curious about this new Gowanus curiosity museum, this weekend is a great chance to check it out — they’re celebrating their new cafe from Black Gold by opening the galleries to the public, complete with special tours. But don’t forget to come back later — there’s also a free party on Saturday night from 8-11pm, with a magic show and a special musical guest.
How much: Free!
Gotham: New York City’s Best Writers: Richard Ford
When: Saturday, February 21, 4pm
Where: Central Library, Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: If you’re into the suburban ennui of The Sportswriter and Independence Day, you’ll be glad to know author Richard Ford has brought back his character Frank Bascombe to tackle life after Hurricane Sandy. Hear the Pulitzer Prize winner read from his new book, Let Me Be Frank with You, after which he’ll be joined in conversation by Rob Spillman, co-founder and editor of Tin House.
How much: Free, but RSVP to reserve your seat.
Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert Series: Calder Quartet
When: Sunday, February 22, 4pm
Where: Central Library, Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: See The Calder Quartet in a fun performance — they frequently match classic works with modern music — where they channel and fulfill the composer’s vision, and they bring a sense of musical curiosity to every performance.
How much: Free, but RSVP to reserve your seat. No children under 6 will be admitted.
Academy Awards Screening Party
When: Sunday, February 22, 6pm
Where: Littlefield, 622 Degraw Street
What: Watch the big show on a big screen, but not before entering on a red carpet, getting checked out in the photo booth, and gobbling up a ton of free popcorn! Also, they’re doing a ballot contest, so pick your winners carefully and you could win a prize. Looking for other spots to see the Oscars — check out this list of bars hosting screenings in South Slope!
How much: Free, but first-come, first-served, so RSVP and show up early to guarantee entrance!