South Slope Weekday Events Spotlight December 7-9

The holiday season has arrived, and with everything from giant menorahs and tree lightings, to soup kitchens and booze soaked standards, folks in the Slope won’t have to go far for fun. Here are some of our favorite weekday events from around the area.

For even more things to do around Brooklyn, and to add your own upcoming events (some of which we’ll feature in this roundup in the future!), check out our calendar.

Open Source Gallery Soup Kitchen
When: Through December 31, 7-9pm
Where: Open Source, 306 17th Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues
What: It’s time to celebrate food, art, and community at Open Source Gallery. Starting December 1 and continuing throughout the month for as many days as they have volunteers, Open Source will invite a range of people “from neighbors to artists to others who are down on their luck or simply hungry” to a warm, free meal from 7-9pm. Food is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and all are welcome. It’s not all about the food, though. Guests can also look forward to an artistic element from the evening’s host. Can’t make it Monday, or would like to host one evening? Click here for the soup kitchen’s complete schedule.
How much: Free.

Brooklyn’s Largest Menorah Lighting
When: Through December 13, Times Vary
Where: Grand Army Plaza
What: Hanukkah is in full swing, so be sure to head over to Grand Army Plaza for the giant menorah lighting. December 7-10, the lighting will take place at 6pm, December 11 at 3:30pm, December 12 at 7pm, and December 13 at 6pm. In addition to the menorah, there will be live music, dreidels, doughnuts, latkes, and prizes for the kids.
How much: Free.

Zumba
When: Monday, December 7, 5pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue at 9th Street
What: Shake your groove thing at the Park Slope Library this Monday, as the branch hosts an energetic Zumba class for the community.
How much: Free.

Rock With Adam
When: Tuesday, December 8, 1:30pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue at 9th Street
What: Are you ready to rock? Neighborhood kids are definitely in for a treat as guitarist Adam Blotner plays some of his favorite tunes.
How much: Free, but tickets are required for entry (one per family), so be sure to arrive early to score your ticket.

CAMBA Holiday Tree Lighting
When: Tuesday, December 8, 6:30-8pm
Where: Park Slope Armory, 8th Avenue, between 14th and 15th Streets
What: CAMBA, a non-profit which helps to improve the lives of homeless women suffering with both mental health and addiction at the Park Slope Women’s Shelter, invites neighbors to share in the spirt of the season with a tree lighting, music, hot cocoa, and cookies. It’s a fun family evening – don’t miss it!
How much: Free!

Old Rugged Sauce
When: Wednesday, December 9, 9pm
Where: Freddy’s, 627 5th Avenue, between 17th and 18th Streets
What: Get thee to Freddy’s on Wednesday for “booze soaked standards done saloon style.” Featuring Paul Sosnowski on vocals and guitar, Robbie “Seahag” Mangano on guitar, and Dave Dreiwitz on bass.
How much: Free.