Things To Do This Week, Through October 15: Mortgage Scam Workshop, Domestic Violence Awareness Forum, And “Rules For Werewolves” Book Launch

Below you’ll find information on events through the week in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill this weekend. Check back Thursday to see what’s scheduled this weekend!

For family-friendly and kids events, see this week’s (through October 13) Kid Calendar.

Submit your event listing to our BROOKLYN-WIDE CALENDAR or by emailing editor@bklyner.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 12

Art Show
When: Monday, October 12 from 7-9pm
Where: The Cat’s Meow at 354 Myrtle Avenue
What: Brad Johnsmeyer will exhibit a small collection of his artwork.

Monday Night Karaoke
When: Monday, October 12 from 8-11pm
Where: Brooklyn Eats on Myrtle at 474 Myrtle Avenue
What: Show off your range while hitting all the notes in your favorite song during Brooklyn Eats on Myrtle’s weekly karaoke event.  Between 8pm and 11pm, enjoy food and drink while enjoying the vocal stylings of fellow locals.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13

Ask a Tech
When: Tuesday, October 13 at 11am
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Learn about computer hardware and software. Learn how to use the mouse, search the library website. Surf the internet and setup an email address.

Free Movie: “The Longest Ride”
When: Tuesday, October 13 at 2pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: 2015 Drama, Romance; Starring Britt Robertson and Scott Eastwood (Clint Eastwood’s son); Rated PG-13 – Running time 2 hours 8 minutes.

Free Resume Clinic
When: Tuesday, October 13 from 6-7:30pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Free drop-in resume assistance with our community volunteer: No appointment necessary Bring your resume with you or ask for help creating one Brush up on your interviewing techniques Assistance with LinkedIn and other social media account.

Mortgage Scam and Foreclosure Prevention Workshop
When: Tuesday, October 13 from 6-8pm
Where: Brooklyn Borough Hall at 209 Joralemon Street
What: Hosted by BP Eric Adams and NYS Attorney General Eric Schneiderman. Learn how to avoid mortgage scams and deed theft. Speak with housing counselors and legal service providers. File complaints with the Office of the Attorney General.

Yoga for Adults
When: Tuesday, October 13 from 6:30-7:30pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Practice yoga with local yoga instructor, Jenine Osborn. All levels welcome. Limit of 10-12 per class. Mats will be provided.

Book Launch: Garth Risk Hallberg’s “City On Fire”
When: Tuesday, October 13 at 7:30pm
Where: Greenlight Bookstore at 686 Fulton Street
What: In perhaps the most anticipated debut novel of the year, Brooklyn writer Garth Risk Hallberg has created a big-hearted, boundary-vaulting masterpiece about 1970s New York that culminates in the riotous blackout of 1977. City On Fire is a novel about love and betrayal and forgiveness, about art and truth and rock ‘n’ roll, about how the people closest to us are sometimes the hardest to reach — about what it means to be human. It’s also a love letter to our city, in all its gritty glory. Followed by a book signing and beer reception.
How much: Free | Books available for purchase

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14

Brooklyn Grange Farm Tour
When: Wednesday, October 14 from 10-11am & 11:30am-12:30pm
Where: Brooklyn Grange — Meet at BLDG 92 at 63 Flushing Avenue
What: Come check out the world’s largest rooftop farm in Brooklyn’s Navy Yard!  We’ll tell you about our daily operations and farming methods, the basics of our business model, and the environmental benefits of urban ag and rooftop farming, then give you some time to explore.
How much: $10

Salsa Dancing
When: Wednesday, October 14 at 5:30pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Free salsa classes with Arturo Perez (The Dancing Turo): Beginners and dancers of all levels welcome. Meet new friends and improve your dancing skills. Limit of twelve adults per class – no registration.

CB 2 Meeting
When: Wednesday, October 14 at 6pm
Where: Brooklyn Hospital, third floor auditorium, 121 DeKalb Avenue
What: Meet community leaders, hear from elected officials, ask questions about your community concerns, and learn about the latest neighborhood news.

Domestic Violence Awareness Forum
When: Wednesday, October 14 from 6:30-9pm
Where: Brooklyn Museum at 200 Eastern Parkway
What: Featuring speakers from the Mayor’s Office to Combat Domestic Violence, Delta Sigma Theta’s Brooklyn Chapter, Omega Psi Phi New York Chapter, and Truth In Reality.

Shape Up! Dance Fitness
When: Wednesday, October 14 at 6:45pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Our popular program with a local volunteer instructor. No registration is needed.

Vaccine Clinic for Dogs and Cats
When: Wednesday, October 14 from 7-9pm
Where: The Cat’s Meow at 354 Myrtle Avenue
What: Pet owners should join this vaccine clinic, led by Dr. Angelo Rosado of Progressive Veterinary Diagnostics.

Book Launch: Kirk Lynn’s “Rules For Werewolves”
When: Wednesday, October 14 at 7:30pm
Where: Greenlight Bookstore at 686 Fulton Street
What: Rules for Werewolves is the debut novel from acclaimed playwright Kirk Lynn: a visionary narrative about shelter, escape, family, violence, dumpster-diving, the mortgage crisis, and maybe, evil mythical beings. Toying with genre, the novel is narrated almost entirely through the unattributed dialogue of Malcolm, Tanya, Bobert, Susan, Anquille, and Angel; squatters, occupiers, invaders, and the “werewolves” of the book’s title. They’ve run away from their homes and their pasts, and now they’re roaming through the half-empty suburbs, never staying in one place long enough to attract attention. Lynn launches his book with a dramatic reading from the book at Greenlight, followed by a wine reception.

Trivia Night
When: Wednesday, October 14 from 8-11pm
Where: Putnam’s Pub at 419 Myrtle Avenue
What: Weekly trivia competition to win gift cards of $100 to Putnam’s. Beer specials all night.
How much: Free

Trivia Wednesdays
When: Wednesday, October 14 at 9pm
Where: Moot Bar at 579 Myrtle Avenue
What: Inaugural trivia night! Five rounds of 10 questions each on variety of subject matter from cereal box characters to physics. Winning team gets $50 off their bar tab.
How much: Free

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15

Vertical Thursday Wine Tasting
When: Thursday, October 15 from 5:30-8pm
Where: Corkscrew Wines at 489 Myrtle Avenue
What: Free weekly wine tasting. Educational and casual to explore specific grapes or a region. Discover what makes your favorite wines unique. You are the expert of what works for you, Corkscrew is here for you to discover what that is.

Alternative/Holistic Medicine for Pets
When: Thursday, October 15 from 6:30-8:30pm
Where: The Cat’s Meow at 354 Myrtle Avenue
What: Dr. Erica Morgan will provide a brief overview of alternative medicine available for pets. Then she will discuss animal acupuncture and how it can help your pet. As the use of acupuncture is increasing in both animals and people, learn what conditions it can help with.

Comedy Thursdays
When: Thursday, October 15 from 7:30-10pm
Where: Splitty at 415 Myrtle Avenue
What: Greg Johnson and Larry Murphy (Bob’s Burgers) host this weekly comedy show featuring a curated night of stand-up, characters, and the unexpected.
How much: $5 cover

Function Thursdays Live Music
When: Thursday, October 15 at 9pm
Where: Putnam’s Pub at 419 Myrtle Avenue
What: Jessica Mahasin and DJs Jeff Haze/Asen James
How much: Free