Upcoming Things To Do In The Sheepshead Bay Area
There are loads of free and low cost, fun and exciting events coming up this week in our area, including a Family Day public block party for the entire community in commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Allied victory in World War II, a book sale for all the book lovers out there, and speaking of lovers… a meet and greet for Jewish singles looking for love, blood donor opportunities, and more. See our events listing below, and feel free to send us your own events by emailing them to editor@sheepsheadbites.com.
Friends of the Sheepshead Bay Library Book Sale
When: Friday, May 1, 11am to 4pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street at Avenue Z
What: Affordable books for sale for yourself or the bibliophile in your life.
How much: Free
More info: (718) 368-1815
Blood Donor Drive
When: Saturday, May 2, 12pm to 6pm
Where: Kings Plaza Shopping Center, 5100 Avenue U at Flatbush Avenue
What: Life-saving automated red cell and whole blood donations are desperately needed to help keep our area’s blood banks stocked.
How much: Free
More info: (800) 933-Blood
Family Day in Brighton Beach Commemorates 70th Anniversary of Allied Victory in World War II
When: Sunday, May 3, 10am to 5pm
Where: Coney Island Avenue from Brighton Beach Avenue to the Riegelman Boardwalk
What: A fun-filled, seasonal kick off and commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Allied victory in World War II. The event will feature a jazz band, dance performances from P.S. 215 and I.S. 228, classical ballet from the Brighton Ballet Theater, and more.
How much: Free
More info: ymakhnin@aol.com, (718) 934-0067 or (917) 428-4871
Blood Donor Drive
When: Sunday, May 3, 1pm to 7pm
Where: Kingsway Jewish Center, 2902 Kings Highway
What: Life-saving automated red cell and whole blood donations are desperately needed to help keep our area’s blood banks stocked.
How much: Free
More info: (800) 933-Blood
Manhattan Beach Neighborhood Association – Monthly Meeting
When: Monday, May 4, 7:30pm
Where: Public School 195 Elementary School, 131 Irwin Street
What: The next meeting of the Manhattan Beach Neighborhood Association (MBNA) will feature Deputy Inspector Carlos Valdez as the guest speaker, as well as a discussion of policing issues, the summer season, and other topics relevant to homeowners and tenants in the area.
How much: Free
More info: mbna.bklyn@gmail.com
East Midwood Jewish Center Meet & Greet
When: Wednesday, May 6 & May 20, 7:30pm
Where: East Midwood Jewish Center, 1625 Ocean Avenue between Avenue K and Avenue L
What: Enjoy egalitarian evening services in East Midwood Jewish Center’s first floor chapel, followed by light refreshments and good conversation. Singles, regardless of age or level of religious observance, are invited to meet in a safe, relaxed and inclusive setting.
How much: Free
More info: (718) 338-3800, info@emjc.org or www.emjc.org
Kids Create: Mothers Day Crafts
When: Thursday, May 7, 3pm to 4pm
Where: Gerritsen Beach Library, 2808 Gerritsen Avenue at Bartlett Place
What: Hey, kids! Come and make a special craft and surprise your mom!
How much: Free
More info: (718) 368-1435