Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn This Week: General Elections, Movies & Sandy Recovery Workshops
Lots of things to do in southern Brooklyn this week. If you’re registered to vote, be sure to turn out for the general election this Tuesday. There are also several civic group meetings, an art exhibit, exercises and a sandy recovery workshop for small businesses. Should be a busy week!
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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
Manhattan Beach Neighborhood Association Meeting
When: Monday, November 2, 7:30pm
Where: PS 195, 131 Irwin Street (Near Hampton Avenue)
What: Mark D. Entin, a certified public accountant, will be discussing home appraisal in Manhattan Beach.
How much: Free
General Elections
When: Tuesday, November 3, 6am – 9pm
Where: Find your polling location here.
What: There are a couple of important races going on for seats in the state legislature. Show up to the polls to cast your vote!
How much: Free
More info: Check out our handy voter guide here.
Blood Pressure Screening
When: Tuesday, November 3, 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
Positive Aging: Alzheimer’s Awareness
When: Tuesday, November 3, 12:30 – 1pm
Where: Kings Bay Library, 3650 Nostrand Avenue (Near Avenue W)
What: Learn more information about how to cope with Alzheimer’s disease at this workshop led by NORC or a visiting nurse representative.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1709
Quilting: Learn and Share Ideas
When: Tuesday, November 3, 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
Chess Club
When: Tuesday, November 3, 3 – 5pm
Where: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Avenue (Near Kings Highway)
What: Sharpen your chess skills with other players. Open to all skill levels.
How much: Free
More info: 718-375-3037
Sheepshead Bay/Plumb Beach Civic Meeting
When: Tuesday, November 3, 7:45pm
Where: The Waterford on the Bay, 2900 Bragg Street (Near Emmons Avenue)
What: Listen to elected officials and local police officers provide updates on the community. Find out more information about Sandy recovery efforts and the Mayor’s zoning proposal for the area.
How much: Free
Falun Dafa Exercise
When: Wednesday, November 4, 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
Movies at the Library: The Age of Adaline
When: Wednesday, November 4, 1:30 – 3:30pm
Where: Brighton Beach Library, 16 Brighton First Road (Near Brighton Beach Avenue)
What: Hang out in your local library for a free screening of The Age of Adaline, a movie about a woman who becomes ageless after an accident. But the eternal life she’s settled into gets complicated after she meets a man.
How much: Free
More info: 718-946-2917
Small Business Resiliency Workshop
When: Wednesday, October 4, 5:30pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue (Near West 19th Street
What: The New York City Department of Small Business Services and the Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery will be holding an information workshop about opportunities and resources for small business owners to better prepare for future emergencies
How much: Free
More info: You must register in advance here.
Art Exhibit Reception
When: Wednesday, November 4, 6 – 7:45pm
Where: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Avenue (Near Kings Highway)
What: Check out the reception for artist Hilda Green Demsky’s art exhibit, “Living with Nature.”
How much: Free
More info: 718-375-3037
Bay Democrats Meeting
When: Wednesday, November 4, 7pm
Where: 2506 Coney Island Avenue, second floor (Near Avenue V)
What: Jerry Greenwald, managing editor of the Jewish Press, will be discussing issues of importance to the New York’s Jewish community. An analysis of this week’s general election will also be on the agenda.
How much: Free
More info: Email baydemocrats@gmail.com.