Park Slope Planner: The Best Events March 5-8

Photo via Beat Kaestli

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? From a live music to a free workout, from a chance to dance and a chance to think spring, there’s plenty to do in the neighborhood this weekend. Details on those, and more, below.

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Check out our children’s events listing!

Beat Kaestli
When: Thursday, March 5, 7pm
Where: Central Library, Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Hear Beat Kaestli, a vocalist, songwriter, arranger, and producer, perform selections from his recent release, a French tribute entitled Collage.
How much:

Free, but those who RSVP get seated first!

Shape Up NYC: Cardio Toning
When: Friday, March 6, 12pm
Where: Audubon Center, Prospect Park
What: Shape up your core with a free cardio class in Prospect Park that will combine strength, balance, and toning exercises. No reservation is required, but it is recommended that you bring a workout mat.
How much: Free!

Film Screening: 1964
When: Friday, March 6, 7pm
Where: Park Slope Food Coop, 782 Union Street
What: From politics to pop culture, the year 1964 was packed full of momentous events, and this documentary explores what some of them meant to the nation, and the world. Editor Amy Foote will be in attendance for a Q&A after the screening.
How much: Free, and open to both members and non-members!

Introduction To Birdwatching
When: Saturday, March 7, 12pm
Where: Audubon Center, Prospect Park
What: Take a tour with the Brooklyn Bird Club to learn about the 250 species of birds that call Prospect Park home.
How much: Free!

A Tribute To Boris Nemtsov
When: Saturday, March 7, 4-4pm
Where: Central Library, Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: The recent murder of Boris Nemtsov, a vocal critic of the Russian government, has galvanized protests in Russia, and led to number vigils in his memory, including this one, where friends and fellow opposition activists are gathering to honor his life and legacy.
How much:

Free, with RSVPs appreciated.

DJ: The Woodman
When: Saturday, March 7, 11:59pm
Where: Union Hall, 702 Union Street
What: We’ve been stuck inside too long. Get out and dance!
How much: Free!

Measuring Good Things In Your Garden: Why Data Collection Matters
When: Sunday, March 8, 1:30pm
Where: Central Library, InfoCommons Lab, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: We’re 100% in favor of any event that gets us thinking about gardening.
How much: Free!