South Slope Weekday Events Spotlight: July 28-31

Don’t wait until this weekend for a little neighborhood fun! With everything from knitting circles to boot camp, South Slope is definitely the place to be through Thursday.

Shape Up NYC: Couch To 5k
When: Monday, July 28, 7pm
Where: Meets in Prospect Park on the porch of Lefferts Historic House
What: Don’t let the summer heat get you down! Lace up those sneakers, and make your fitness dreams a reality in Prospect Park. This weekly jog combines group running, walking, and conditioning exercises to get you in shape for long distance running.
How much: Free.

Tween Knitting Circle
When: Tuesday, July 29, 3pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue at 9th Street
What: Whether they’re already a pro, or are interested in learning the basics, kids ages 8 and up are invited to the library on Tuesday for a knitting circle with instructor Maria McGrath. Participants can bring their own projects, or can use needle and yarn onsite.
How much: Free.

Story Play
When: Wednesday, July 30, 1:30pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue at 9th Street
What: Bring the family out to the library on Wednesday afternoon for stories, games, and fun with friends. Geared toward children ages birth to 3 years.
How much: Free, but tickets are required for entry (one per family), so be sure to arrive early to score your ticket.

Shape Up NYC: Boot Camp
When: Thursday, July 31, 11am
Where: Audubon Center, Prospect Park
What: Bring your workout mat up to the Audubon Center Thursday and annihilate those calories with a total body workout. The boot camp focuses on muscle strength and endurance.
How much: Free.

Summer Science Club: Build With K’NEX
When: Thursday, July 31, 3pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue at 9th Street
What: The Institute of Museum and Library Services is teaching kids ages 8 and up all about simple machines, motion and engineering on Thursday, as the group constructs a building project.
How much: Free.

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