Park Slope Planner: The Best Events November 21-24
It’s really starting to head into winter, and the weather looks like it will get really chilly by Sunday, but you should head out and enjoy some events — you can warm up once you get there!
Community Bookstore Holiday Party
When: Thursday, November 21, 7pm
Where: Community Bookstore,
What: Join the staff to ring in the holidays with delicious treats, drinks, author signings, and to see what books they’re recommending for the festive season. Featuring authors Mark Russ Federman (author of Russ & Daughters), Andrew Feinberg & Francine Stephens (co-authors of Franny’s), Brian Floca (author of Locomotive), and featuring cat Tiny the Usurper.
How much: Free!
South Slope Silent Art Auction
When: Friday, November 22, 8pm
Where: Two Moon Art House and Cafe, 315 4th Avenue
What: Proceeds from the fourth annual show, which is currently on display at Two Moon, benefit PS 295.
How much: Free admission
Earl McIntyre’s 60th Birthday Extravaganza
When: Saturday, November 23, 9pm
Where: BAMcafé, 30 Lafayette Ave
What: Renowned jazz trombonist Earl McIntyre celebrates his 60th birthday, and the release of his new album Brass Carnival & Tribute, with a bash hosted by David Amram and featuring fellow musicians Jimmy Heath, TS Monk, Arturo O’Farill, Renee Manning, Buddy Williams, Onaje Allen Gumbs, and many more.
How much: Free!
Hanukkah Craft & Social Justice Market
When: Sunday, November 24, 11am-4pm
Where: Congregation Beth Elohim, 274 Garfield Place
What: Dozens of vendors selling fine and fun handcrafted products, all made in Brooklyn, plus supervised kids activities and information about innovative social justice projects. And at 4pm, families are invited to attend a concert by The Dirty Sock Funtime Band, a wild, technicolor musical adventure.
How much: Free admission to market; tickets for concert are $5 in advance, $10 at door
Sausage Fest
When: Sunday, November 24, 2pm
Where: Two Moon Art House and Cafe, 315 4th Avenue
What: Sample sausage-inspired masterpieces from local culinary masters at this first battle to declare the best of the wurst, then cast a vote to help decide who takes home the crown.
How much: Tickets are $20, available in advance
Flyer via Brooklyn Sausage Fest