Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn: Nathan’s Hot Dog Championship, Fourth Of July Fireworks, Cyclones
Lots to do in southern Brooklyn this week. Don’t miss the Cyclones game this Saturday, when one of our editors will throw out the first pitch! There’s also trivia night, a pop up aquarium in Kaiser Park, a community board meeting and lots more!
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Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Tri-City Valley Cats
When: Tuesday, June 21, 7pm
Where: MCU Park, 904 Surf Avenue, near West 17th Street
What: The first 2000 fans will receive a Cyclones Bucket Hat when the home team faces off against the Valley Cats!
How much: $10 – $17
More info: Buy tickets here.
Quilting: Learn and Share Ideas
When: Tuesday, June 28, 2 – 7:30pm
Where: Gerritsen Beach Library, 2808 Gerritsen Avenue
What: Come share tips and advice with other quilters at this event hosted by the Brooklyn Quilter’s Guild. Be sure to bring your own materials.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1435
Poetry & Percussion
When: Tuesday, June 28, 4 – 5pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue (Near West 19th Street)
What: Play the drums and rap to your own beat at this poetry jam session for teens.
How Much: Free
More info: 718-265-3220
Community Board 15 Meeting
When: Tuesday, June 28, 7pm
Where: Kingsborough Community College, Room U112, 2001 Oriental Boulevard
What: Bring up issues related to your neighborhood and hear from community leaders. The board will also review an application to reduce the number of required parking spaces at a proposed health care facility on East 17th Street.
How much: Free
More info: 718-332-3008
Coney Island Trivia!
When: Tuesday, June 28, 7:30pm
Where: Steeplechase Beer Garden, 1904 Surf Avenue, near West 17th Street
What: Drink while you think. Enjoy a fun trivia night and learn about Coney Island! Hosted by Alex and Jon from New York Local Tours.
How much: Free
More info: Contact Steeplechase Beer Garden at 718-449-3200.
Video Production in the Field
When: Wednesday, June 29, 3 – 7pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue (Near West 19th Street)
What: Sign up for this three-week class to learn the skills to produce high-quality, professional videos. You’ll gain hands-on experience using a professional-grade digital video camera, sound equipment, tripods, and portable lighting equipment.
How much: $50
More info: Register here.
Pop Up Aquarium!
When: Wednesday, June 29, 3:30 – 4:30pm
Where: Kaiser Park, near Neptune Avenue and West 29th Street
What: Join NYC Parks and the NY Aquarium for a Pop Up Aquarium experience. Fun for all ages!
How much: Free
More info: 718-965-8928
Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Connecticut Tigers
When: Friday, July 1, 7pm
Where: MCU Park, 904 Surf Avenue, near West 17th Street
What: The first 2000 fans will receive a Cyclones jersey apron when the home team faces off against the Connecticut Tigers. It’s also reek Culture night as well as American Gadiatiors night and there will be fireworks after the game.
How much: $10 – $17
More info: Buy tickets here.
Karaoke on the Boardwalk
When: Friday, July 1, 7 – 11pm
Where: Deno’s Wonder Wheel, 3059 Denos Vourderis Place
What: Sing karaoke in front of the Wonder Wheel!
How much: Free
More info: Website.
Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Connecticut Tigers
When: Saturday, July 2, 6pm
Where: MCU Park, 904 Surf Avenue, near West 17th Street
What: One of our editors will be throwing out the first pitch when the home team faces off against the Valley Cats! It’s also Seinfeld night and there will be a special appearance by John O’Hurely, who played J. Peterman on the show. After the game, there will be fireworks.
How much: $10 – $17
More info: Buy tickets here.
Nathan’s Annual Hot Dog Eating Championship
When: Monday, July 4, 10am
Where: Nathan’s Famous, 1310 Surf Avenue (at Stillwell Avenue)
What: Join thousands at the Nathan’s Famous flagship restaurant in Coney Island for the annual Fourth of July hot dog eating championship, where last year’s winner Matt Stonie will try to hold is title against other glutonous competitors — including world record holder Joey Chestnut.
How much: Free
Coney Island Fireworks
When: Monday, July 4, 9:30pm
Where: Steeplechase Pier, 37 Boardwalk West
What: You don’t need to head to the East River to enjoy an awesome fireworks show this Fourth of July! Coney Island has it’s own explosive light display. Head down to the beach and boardwalk and check it out!
How much: Free