Park Slope Planner: The Best Events November 24-30
Sticking around the neighborhood for Thanksgiving? Whether you’ve got friends and family coming in and you’re looking to entertain them, or you’re just hoping to find something fun to do around the big meal, there’s some good stuff happening, and it’s all free or cheap:
Memory Holes: Unrestricted Self-Authorship, Memory Manipulation, And The Law
When: Monday, November 24, 7pm
Where: Central Library, InfoCommons Lab, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: The monthly series Brooklyn Public Philosophers presents Anna Gotlib of Brooklyn College, who will discuss a culture that’s obsessed with memory — and especially with losing it.
How much: Free!
Night Train 2-Year Anniversary Show
When: Monday, November 24, 8pm
Where: Littlefield, 622 Degraw Street
What: The monthly comedy series hosted by Wyatt Cenac turns two tonight, and they’re celebrating with free pie! And a great line-up that includes: Jen Kirkman, Michelle Buteau, Jordan Carlos, Emmett Montgomery, Seaton Smith, Kenny DeForest, and Uncle Majic.
How much: $8, tickets available in advance.
Sean Kershaw & Friends
When: Tuesday, November 25, 8pm
Where: Union Hall, 702 Union Street
What: Hear the thrilling honkey-tonk of Brooklyn-based Sean Kershaw, who’s “a driving force if not the face of” the country music scene in the borough.
How much: Free!
TriviaTryst
When: Wednesday, November 26, 8:30pm
Where: The Rock Shop, 249 4th Avenue
What: If you need to escape the relatives — or you’ve got some smart ones visiting from out of town — this could be the Thanksgiving Eve place for you. Teams of up to 6 people can win $50 in prizes, plus prizes from Brooklyn Brewery.
How much: Free!
Chess Club
When: Friday, November 28, 4pm
Where: Central Library, Arts & History Division, 3rd Floor, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: If you’ve got the day off and you’re looking for a challenge, stop by the chess club — all ages and skill levels welcome.
How much: Free!
Kings Of Karaoke
When: Friday, November 28, 11:59pm
Where: Union Hall, 702 Union Street
What: It’s officially okay to sing Christmas songs now.
How much: Free!
3D Printing 101
When: Saturday, November 29, 4pm
Where: Central Library, InfoCommons Lab, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: 3DPrinterOS and Brooklyn Public Library will be sponsoring a session on creating your first 3D print. If you’re brand new to 3D printing, you’ll get a chance to learn how the hardware, software, and entire process works.
How much: Free!
Festive Fifth
When: Saturday, November 29, 6:30-9pm
Where: Corner of 5th Ave and 3rd St
What: The annual tree lighting kicks off festivities that include hot chocolate, live music, games, puppetry, deals at local shops, and, of course, a visit from Santa.
How much: Free!
The Wonderful World Of Boning: Sex Ed With A Sense Of Humor
When: Sunday, November 30, 8pm
Where: Union Hall, 702 Union Street
What: Writer, sex educator, and funny lady Lux Alptraum teams up with comedian friends to take a tour of classic sex education videos — featured this month are Josh Gondelman and Aparna Nancherla.
How much: $8, tickets available in advance.
Photo via Sean Kershaw