Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn: Ragamuffin Parade, Good Shepherd Tree Lighting, Baku Art Exhibit
We’re getting close to the holiday and there’s lots to do in southern Brooklyn. Check out the Ragamuffin Thanksgiving Day Parade in Gerritsen Beach, the Good Shepherd Church is holding their annual tree lighting ceremony, and there’s a cool art exhibit opening up at a local restaurant. Don’t miss anything.
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Friends Book Sale!
When: Daily, 1 – 6pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street (Near Avenue Z)
What: Support your local library by purchasing a book. There is a large selection of books from all genres. Proceeds go to support the Sheepshead Bay Library.
How much: Prices are $1 – $3.
More info: 718-368-1815
Learn About Health Insurance Plans
When: Tuesday, November 24, 12 – 7pm
Where: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Avenue (Near Kings Highway)
What: Learn about qualified health insurance plans from trained and certified navigator.
How much: Free
More info: 718-375-3037
Poetry & Percussion
When: Tuesday, November 24, 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
Art Exhibit: Bridge from Baku to New York
When: Tuesday, November 24, 6 – 8pm
Where: Azerbaijan House, 2612 E 14th Street (Near Sheepshead Bay Road)
What: Meet artist Ismayil Mammadov at the reception for his exhibit: Bridge from Baku to New York. The exhibit showcases 50 watercolor, pastel, and acrylic paintings by the artist.
How much: Free
More info: Call the restaurant at 18-646-2345.
Nutrition and Emotional Wellness Club
When: Wednesday, November 25, 6 – 7pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street (Near Avenue Z)
What: Holistic health counselor Leona Sokolova will be giving a workshop about how to achieve a strong body and mind through physical activity, a balanced diet, and having a positive attitude.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1815
Ragamuffin Thanksgiving Day Parade
When: Thursday, November 26, 10am – 1pm
Where: Gerritsen Beach Fire Department, 52 Seba Avenue (Near Dare Court)
What: The Gerritsen Beach Fire Department will host its annual Ragamuffin Thanksgiving Day Parade. There will also be a raffle ($5 to enter) which will award a $500 and $100 cash prize to two winners.
How much: Free
More info: Message the raffle coordinator Mike Zwosta at mike.zwosta@gbfd.net.
Jewelry Making
When: Friday, November 27, 12 – 1pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street (Near Avenue Z)
What: Let your creativity flow while making beautiful pieces of jewelry.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1815
Russian Literature and Poetry Club
When: Saturday, November 28, 12 – 3pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street (Near Avenue Z)
What: Are you a Russian poetry enthusiast? Join like-minded scribes at the Russian Literature & Poet Club.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1815
Sahaja Yoga Meditation
When: Saturday, November 28, 12:30 – 1:45pm
Where: Cortelyou Library, 1305 Cortelyou Road (Near Argyle Road)
What: Experience an inner transformation takes place by which one becomes moral, united, integrated and balanced.
How much: Free
More info: 718-693-7763
Good Shepherd Church’s Tree Lighting Ceremony
When: Saturday, November 28, 5:45pm
Where: Good Shepherd Church, 1950 Batchelder Street (Near Avenue S)
What: Following the 5pm mass, Good Shepherd Church will host its annual Christman tree lighting ceremony. At 60 feet, it’s one of the tallest trees to be lit in Brooklyn. Santa is also expected to make an appearance.
How much: Free
Bensonhurst Greenmarket
When: Sunday, November 29, 9am-4pm
Where: Milestone Park, 18th Avenue, between 81st and 82nd Street.
What: The award-winning farmers’ market is back! Lookout for free cooking demonstrations and delicious, organic, farm-fresh produce all day. The market will be open in the 18th Avenue park every Sunday until November 22.
How much: Free