The Week That Will Be: “It”, A Masquerade, and Readings You Need To See

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

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TUESDAY, MAY 17

BAM Rose Cinemas: It
When: Tuesday, 7:30pm
Where: Peter Jay Sharp Building at 30 Lafayette Avenue
What: What is that certain something, that je ne sais quoi that is so magnetic? “It”, starring Clara Bow, is a master class in the time-spanning charisma of the lead actor.
How much: $14

Pamela Erens presents Eleven Hours In conversation with Elisa Albert
When: Tuesday, May 17 at 7:30 pm.
Where: 686 Fulton street
What: Erens’ latest effort details a grueling childbirth in what’s sure to be an insightful conversation with Elisa Albert.
How much: Free

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18

Drink and Draw
When: Wednesday May 18 from 7pm to 9pm
Where: 1094 Broadway, all the way in Bed-Stuy
What: Adults only at this 21+ event. Channel your inner Jack Dawson at this sketching event. Nude models will be present and you’ll be provided with materials like pens, pencils, and drinks.
How much: $10

Adrian Bosc and David Samuels
When: Wednesday May 18 at 7:30 pm.
Where: 686 Fulton street
What: Samuels, fresh off his headline-grabbing interview with Ben Rhodes of the Obama administration, will lead the conversation with Bosc, as they discuss Bosc’s new tome on the crash of the Constellation.
How much: Free

Trivia Night
When: Wednesdays 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

THURSDAY, MAY 19

MOCADA’S SECOND ANNUAL MASQUERADE BALL
When: Thursday May 19 at 7:30 pm.
Where: BAM Lepercq Space at 30 Lafayette Avenue
What: High prices meet high culture at this year’s fest, which will have a Cuban and Cajun flair. Guests are strongly encouraged to wear masks. We won’t make any Eyes Wide Shut jokes.
How much: $350