Things To Do In Ditmas Park This Weekend
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? There’s plenty of great music at Bar Chord, an art auction, and an interfaith Thanksgiving service!
If you have an upcoming event you’d like featured in our calendar, or if there’s anything we’ve left off, let us know! Post your events in our community calendar or email us at editor@ditmasparkcorner.com.
Scott Sharrard & The Brickyard Band
When: Thursday, November 19, 9pm
Where: Bar Chord, 1008 Cortelyou Road
What: Rock & roll and soul from “one of the best players in the land.”
How much: Free.
Happy Hour & PS130 ART Auction
When: Friday, November 20, 4pm-9pm
Where: Lark Cafe, 1007 Church Avenue
What: Come hang out Lark Cafe and start your weekend off with a glass of wine or beer and feel free to bring the kids! Then check out the PS 130 Art Auction.
How much: Free.
Beer, Bites, and Bernie
When: Friday, November 20, 6-8pm
Where: Cortelyou Craft Beer Market, 1211 Cortelyou Road
What: With no political agenda Cortelyou Craft Beer Market wishes to thank all of those who have helped get voters registered in the neighborhood and spreading democracy. They will be featuring cheeses from Vermont and New York Beers and Bread.
How much: Free.
King Solomon Hicks
When: Friday, November 20, 9pm
Where: Bar Chord, 1008 Cortelyou Road
What: Enjoy some blues, funk and soul from King Solomon Hicks.
How much: Free.
My Neighborhood As I See It
When: Saturday, November 21, 2:30-4:30pm
Where: Cortelyou Library, 1305 Cortelyou Road
What: Check out this exhibition of photographs and interviews by local students who participated in the Friends of Cortelyou Library photojournalism program.
How much: Free.
Celebration
When: Saturday, November 21, 1-4pm
Where: Lefferts Historic House, Prospect Park
What: Join the Prospect Park Alliance to see the wonderful work of The Brooklyn Quilters’ Guild while their small quilt exhibit is on display in the month of November. This year’s exhibit features the artist’s personal interpretations of the theme Celebration.
How much: $3 suggested donation.
Grupo Descarillao
When: Saturday, November 21, 9pm
Where: Bar Chord, 1008 Cortelyou Road
What: It’s Salsa time with Grupo Descarillao at Bar Chord.
How much: Free.
Parkside Plaza GreenMarket
When: Sunday, November 22, 8am-4pm
Where: Parkside and Ocean Avenues
What: This Sunday market will feature six producers selling fresh vegetables, fruits, cheese, milk, herbs, eggs, honey, meats, yarn, baked goods and more. In addition, the market will feature weekly cooking demonstrations, free recipes and family friendly activities. For a full calendar of events and a list of sellers, visit GrowNYC.
How much: Free.
Patrick Smith Botanicals
When: Sunday, November 22, 1-4pm
Where: Brooklyn ARTery, 1021 Cortelyou Road
What: Patrick produces a fantastic line of natural skin care and he’s also a certified aromatherapist. On Sunday he will be giving one-on-one consultations on “aromatherapy for personal care.” Come and ask about your seasonal concerns: skin care, sleep, etc, and Patrick will create a small custom aromatherapy blend specifically for you!
How much: Free.
15th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
When: Sunday, November 22, 4pm
Where: Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church, 2020 Foster Avenue
What: Join Our Lady of Refuge, East Midwood Jewish Center, and Church of the Nativity to celebrate Thanksgiving regardless of faith.
How much: Free.