Weekday Fun: The Best Events November 10-12
Looking for something fun to do in the neighborhood this week? Trivia with wings as a prize, large music for large bands, the antics of Inspector Clouseau, and so much more awaits. Details on those events, and more:
Can’t Stand Trivia
When: Monday, November 10, 8pm
Where: The Gate, 321 5th Avenue
What: There’s a chance not only to win booze, but also wings from Bonnie’s. The only catch, of course, is that you’ve got to win — so assemble your smartest friends, stat.
How much: Free!
In Search Of…
When: Monday, November 10, 9pm
Where: Union Hall, 702 Union Street
What: This storytelling/comedy/reading series promises to definitively answer all of the great questions that have troubled humanity for centuries. You can tell they’re serious because there will be dry ice. Featuring Cassie J. Sneider, Nate Waggoner, Alicia Camden, Fred Carlos, Lola Pellegrino, and Carly Fisher.
How much: Free!
Film Screening: GMO OMG
When: Tuesday, November 11, 7pm
Where: Park Slope Food Coop, 782 Union Street
What: Check out the documentary GMO OMG, which explains how genetically modified organisms are affecting our health and the environment.
How much: Free and open to non-members!
The Longview: Larger Music For Larger Bands, The Awakening Orchestra With Russ Kaplan +7
When: Tuesday, November 11, 7:30pm
Where: ShapeShifter Lab, 18 Whitwell Place
What: They’re not kidding about “larger bands.” Go check out the list of performers, and then sit back and enjoy the show.
How much: $10, tickets available in advance.
The Fancy Show: 31
When: Tuesday, November 11, 8pm
Where: Bar Reis, 375 5th Avenue
What: Looking for a fun night of stand-up and free popcorn and drink giveaways? Then this is the place for you. This week features Victor Varnado, Eliana Horeczko, Niles Turner, Kareem Green, Lukas Kaiser, and is hosted by Simmons McDavid.
How much: Free! Email thefancyshowbrooklyn@gmail.com ahead for reservations.
How To Build Your Brand & Keep It In The Black: A Workshop For Entrepreneurs
When: Wednesday, November 12, 6:30pm
Where: Central Library, InfoCommons Lab, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: In the first in a two-part workshop, presenter Alan Siege will show you what makes a great brand and how you can transform yours into one that helps you keep your current customers and attract new ones. During the second half, presenter Naman Trivedi will look at the back-end of running a business.
How much: Free!
Film Screening: The Pink Panther
When: Wednesday, November 12, 6:30pm
Where: Central Library, Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Catch the first film featuring bumbling police inspector Clouseau (Peter Sellers) as he tries to catch The Phantom, a daring jewel thief whose identity and features are unknown.
How much: Free!
Photo via The Awakening Orchestra