Weekend Events: Live Music, Story Time, And Winter Workouts Through February 15
Below you’ll find information on events through the weekend in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill this weekend. Check back Monday to see what’s scheduled next week!
ONGOING
“Every Fold Matters”
When: Thursday-Saturday, February 12-14 at 8:30pm
Where: New Lucky Laundromat at 323 Lafayette Avenue, at Grand Avenue
What: A documentary-style theater performance that explores the relationship between strangers and each other, and strangers and their clothes. Created by Lizzie Olesker and Lynne Sachs, produced by Emily Rubin.
How much: $10 suggested donation. Limited seating.
Black Artstory Month
When: Throughout February
Where: Participating businesses along Myrtle Avenue, between Carlton and Classon Avenues
What: Artwork by over 25 Brooklyn-based artists will be on view at 13+ small businesses. Free events throughout the month. For a complete listing of all events, featured artists, programs and venues, please visit: www.myrtleavenue.org/blackartstory.
How much: Free
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13
Kids Sing-A-Long
When: Friday, February 13 at 4pm
Where: Jill Lindsey at 370 Myrtle Avenue
What: Family-friendly event.
How much: Free
Creative Drama Class For Kids
When: Friday, February 13 from 4-5pm
Where: Walt Whitman Library at 93 Saint Edwards Street
What: Drama activities are introduced connecting to and inspiring literacy and creativity. The children will serve as audience to each other, also learning what it means to be in audience for a live performance. Simple props and costume pieces will be provided by IDEAS and used not only to spark creativity but to learn how these peripherals can change or enhance a character and/or story.
How much: Free with registration
Tipsy Happy Hour
When: Friday, February 13 from 5-8pm
Where: Tipsy at 584 Myrtle Avenue
What: Join neighbors for a free wine-tasting and relaxed conversation.
How much: Free
Line Dancing
When: Friday, February 13 from 7-8pm
Where: Ingersoll Community Center at 177 Myrtle Avenue
What: Free fitness classes through Shape Up NYC.
Black Artstory: Black Brooklyn/Home – A Reading
When: Friday, February 13 from 7-9pm
Where: Leisure Life at 559 Myrtle Avenue
What: What does it mean to call a place “home”? How do we understand our physical, mental and emotional relationships to a place in flux? Jessica Lynne curates a reading of poetry, prose and essays by writers who offer intimate reflections on Black Brooklyn, the soul of a city that means so much to so many.
How much: Free
BAMcafe Live: Bradd Marquis
When: Friday, February 13 at 9pm
Where: BAMcafe at Peter Jay Sharp Building at 30 Lafayette Avenue
What: Soul troubadour Bradd Marquis delivers heartfelt, refreshingly old-school ballads driven by soaring, impassioned choruses and lush production. Named “Soul Singer of the Year” by BET’s106 & Park, Marquis has shared the stage with stars like India.Arie and Jaheim, bringing audiences relatable songs that reflect his spiritual, upbeat outlook on life.
How much: Free
Live Music: DJT Troy Hahn
When: Friday, February 13 from 9pm-2am
Where: The Great Georgiana at 248 DeKalb Avenue
What: Music all night long.
How much: Free for guests
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
For affordable Valentine’s Day events, check out this list.
Fundamentals of Tai Chi
When: Saturday, February 14 from 10-11am
Where: Ingersoll Community Center at 177 Myrtle Avenue
What: Free Shape Up NYC fitness class.
Fort Greene Park Greenmarket
When: Saturday, February 14 from 8am-4pm
Where: Washington Park between DeKalb and Willoughby Avenues
What: Weekly farmers market with live music and family-friendly activities.
Shape Up! Cardio Sculpt
When: Saturday, February 14 from 10-11am
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Free cardio sculpt classes for adults.
Story Time: Carin Bramsen
When: Saturday, February 14 at 11am
Where: Greenlight Bookstore at 686 Fulton Street
What: Brooklyn children’s book creator Carin Bramsen presents “Just A Duck,” a funny and endearing tribute to the love of friends, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Carin reads from her book, then leads a craft with paper shapes and other elements for kids to assemble into Duck and Cat valentines! For ages 3-8.
How much: Free; $17.99 for the book
Shape Up! NYC Aerobics Class
When: Saturday, February 14 from 12-1pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Free aerobics class taught by Parks volunteers.
Live Music: The Tinder Trolls
When: Saturday, February 14 from 9pm-2am
Where: The Great Georgiana at 248 DeKalb Avenue
What: Music all night long.
How much: Free for guests
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Brooklyn Pop-Up Market
When: Sunday, February 15 from 12-6pm
Where: Brooklyn Desks at 49 Wyckoff Avenue (between Starr Street and Willoughby Avenue)
What: National Margarita Day celebration! One free margarita to all attendees. There will also be a “drink and sew” workshop with the makers at Scough! The class is $25 and includes the 2 hour course, all supplies needed to make a Scough Bandana as well as, some BPM Margaritas!
How much: Whatever you buy
Slide Hampton Jazz Jam
When: Sunday, February 15 from 6-8pm
Where: Splitty at 415 Myrtle Avenue
What: Enjoy an evening of live jazz in honor of legendary trombonist and Fort Greene resident Slide Hampton, whose home on 245 Carlton Avenue hosted world famous jazz musicians and groundbreaking jam sessions for over two decades. Curated by reknowned jazz bassist and Fort Greene resident Bill Lee.
How much: Free
