Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn This Week: Alzheimer’s Awareness, Poetry Jam, Meditation Exercise
Looking to get active this week? Check out some of these fun and informative events happening in southern Brooklyn. There’s an Alzheimer’s awareness presentation, a meditation and exercise class, poetry jam session, and a community board meeting.
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.
Community Board 10 General Meeting
When: Monday, September 21, 7:15pm
Where: Shore Hill Community Room, 9000 Shore Road
What: Community Board 10 will hold its general meeting to discuss issues related to zoning, liquor licenses and more.
How much: Free
More info: 718-745-6827
Positive Aging: Current Events Group
When: Tuesday, September 22, 10am – 12pm
Where: Kings Bay Library, 3650 Nostrand Avenue (Near Avenue W)
What: Get together with other seniors and discuss current events.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1709
Alzheimer’s Awareness
When: Tuesday, September 22, 12 – 12:30pm
Where: Kings Bay Library, 3650 Nostrand Avenue (Near Avenue W)
What: Learn more about this progressive brain disease and how it affects memory and other mental functions during this presentation by NORC.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1709
Blood Pressure Screening
When: Tuesday, September 22, 12:30-1pm
Where: Kings Bay Library, 3650 Nostrand Avenue (near Avenue W)
What: Have an experienced nurse check your blood pressure.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1709
Low Impact Exercise
When: Tuesday, September 22, 1 – 2pm
Where: Kings Bay Library, 3650 Nostrand Avenue (Near Avenue W)
What: Get some healthy physical activity during this exercise session for seniors.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1709
Quilting: Learn and Share Ideas
When: Tuesday, September 22, 2 – 7pm
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, September 22, 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
Falun Dafa Exercise
When: Wednesday, September 23, 11am – 12pm
Where: New Utrecht Library, 1743 86th Street (Near Bay 17th Street)
What: Are you looking to relieve stress and find peace of mind? Participate in this meditation exercise.
How much: Free
More info: 718-236-4086
Write & Recite
When: Wednesday, August 23, 2 – 4pm
Where: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Avenue (Near Kings Highway)
What: Interested in sharing your writing with others? This event for adults 55 and older provides an opportunity to get some feedback on your work and take inspiration from others.
How much: Free
More info: 718-375-3037