South Slope Weekday Events Spotlight: May 19-21

Don’t wait until this weekend for a little neighborhood fun! With everything from young entrepreneurs and meditation workshops to some totally made-up history, South Slope is definitely the place to be through Wednesday.

Young Entrepreneurs
When: Monday, May 19, 3:30-4:30pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue at 9th Street
What: If your teens are too young to work, but old enough to need a bit of spending money, don’t miss a free workshop at the Park Slope Library Monday afternoon that will help kids explore their skills and interests, and turn them into a money-making business.
How much: Free.

Shape Up NYC: Couch To 5k
When: Monday, May 19, 7pm
Where: Meets in Prospect Park on the porch of Lefferts Historic House
What: Doesn’t this gorgeous Monday just make you want to 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.

Bullsh*t History
When: Tuesday, May 20, 9:30pm
Where: Freddy’s, 627 5th Avenue, between 17th and 18th Streets
What: Are you a master of BS? Make your way to Freddy’s Tuesday night for Bullsh*t History, where participants competitively talk their way through little known historical events.
How much: Free

Mind & Meditation Workshop
When: Tuesday, May 20, 6:30-7:30pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue at 9th Street
What: Stress and life in the big city often go hand in hand, but the Park Slope Library is at the ready with a one hour meditation workshop aimed at helping neighbors “gain insight into the laws that govern the mind and emotions, learn breathing techniques that help de-stress and reduce negative emotions while increasing energy, focus and efficiency.”
How much: Free.

Story Play
When: Wednesday, May 21, 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.

Photo via Freddy’s