South Slope Weekday Events Spotlight: May 27-28
Not quite done enjoying a long weekend? Help draw it out with some neighborhood fun! With everything from a meditation workshop to improvised old-time American music to two venues running great comedy, South Slope is definitely the place to be.
Mind & Meditation Workshop
When: Tuesday, May 27, 6:30-7:30pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue
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.
Big Eyed Rabbit
When: Tuesday, May 27, 7pm
Where: Barbes, 376 9th Street
What: Guitarist Ross Martin, bassist Max Johnson, and drummer Jeff Davis take traditional American old-time fiddle tunes and transform them into a set of loose, electrified, improvised madness.
How much: $10 suggested donation.
Trivia Night
When: Tuesday, May 27, 8pm
Where: Johnny Mack’s, 1114 8th Avenue
What: If you know the difference between Adam West’s and Christian Bale’s versions of Batman, we have a feeling you might do well at tonight’s Trivia Night, where a Superheroes category will include some “Then & Now” visual aids. Intriguing!
How much: Free.
Comedy Open Mic Night
When: Wednesday, May 28, 6pm
Where: The Fifth Estate, 506 5th Avenue
What: Wednesday is a good night for funny in the neighborhood this week. First stop is The Fifth Estate, where comedians are welcome to bring some material up, or, if you’re just looking for laughs, come, grab a beer, and watch.
How much: No cover.
JANET Comedy Improv
When: Wednesday, May 28, 7pm
Where: Freddy’s, 627 5th Avenue, between 17th and 18th Streets
What: Enjoy some comedians ripping through 8:30pm, and then players of all levels are welcome to step up and join in the fun.
How much: Free.
Photo by John Plummer, via Big Eyed Rabbit