Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn This Week: See The Cyclones, Learn About Sandy-Related Jobs, And Celebrate Coney Island’s New TV Studio
Lots to do in southern Brooklyn this week. There’s an info session hosted by City Councilman Chaim Deutsch about job opportunities in Hurricane Sandy-impacted areas, the Brooklyn Cyclones are battling the Williamsport Crosscutters, the BRIC is opening a new TV studio in the Coney Island Library, and the the Kings Bay Y is holding a special Iftar dinner for members of the Jewish and Muslim communities to promote peace and unity.
For even more things to do around Brooklyn, or to add your own upcoming event (some of which we’ll feature in this roundup in the future!), check out our calendar.
Learn About Sandy Recovery Job Opportunities
When: Monday, July 6, 6-9pm
Where: Councilman Chaim Deutsch’s District Office, 2401 Avenue U
What: Councilman Deutsch, NYC Build it Back and the Department of Small Business Services (SBS) will host an info workshop to inform Sandy-impacted residents about job opportunities through the Sandy Recovery Workforce1 program available in neighborhoods hit by the storm.
How much: Free
More info: Contact Councilman Deutsch’s office at 718-368-9176.
Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Williamsport Crosscutters
When: Monday, July 6, 7pm
Where: MCU Park, 1904 Surf Avenue
What: Watch the home team battle it out against the Williamsport Crosscutters.
How much: $12 – $19
More info: (718) 449-8497
Coney Island Flicks on the Beach: The Terminator
When: Monday, July 6, 7:30pm
Where: Coney Island Boardwalk, 1001 Boardwalk West
What: Enjoy the thrills of this apocalyptic tale from the comfort of Coney Island’s sandy shores.
More info: Website.
Capturing Your Poetry
When: Tuesday, July 7, 1-3pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue
What: Participants at this workshop will create professionally produced exhibits of their poetry using Zoom recorders and audio editing software.
How much: Free
More info: 718-265-3220
Coney Island BRIC TV Studio Launch Party
When: Tuesday, July 7, 3-5pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue
What: The Coney Island Library is getting a brand-new TV studio, courtesy of the BRIC. Celebrate the studio’s opening and learn about the library’s comprehensive media education program.
How much: Free
More info: 718-265-3220
DIY Stop-Motion Animation
When: Tuesday, July 7, 3:45-5:45pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue
What: Learn to make your own animated movies in two hours.
How much: Free
More info: 718-265-3220
Kids Explore: Doing the Magneto Way!
When: Wednesday, July 8, 2:30-3:30pm
Where: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Avenue
What: Bring kids 5 to 12 years old to explore the power of magnets.
How much: Free
More info: 718-375-3037
Multi-Cultural Iftar Dinner
When: Wednesday, July 8, 7:30pm
Where: Kings Bay Y, 3495 Nostrand Avenue
What: Members of the Muslim and Jewish communities are invited to attend a special Iftar dinner promoting unity and peace. Both Halal and Kosher food will be served.
How much: Free
More info: Contact Mirabella at 718-648-7703 ext. 203 or email info@kingsbayy.org.