Weekend Events — Local Pols To Rally Against State-Funded Ocean Parkway Traffic Changes
Have a great weekend and take advantage of all your neighborhood has to offer at one of these local events. If you have an event to share, please email us at editor@bensonhurstbean.com or post it on our our calendar.
Fort Hamilton High School PTA Holiday Fair
When: Saturday, December 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Please use entrance at 85th Street & Narrows Avenue
What: Come do your shopping with us with over 30 upscale vendors, food, 50/50 raffle. Proceeds benefit the school’s PTA.
How much: Free entry
More info: (917) 364-3878 or lcohen1023@aol.com
Rally against changes on Ocean Parkway
When: Sunday, December 4 at 11 a.m.
Where: Avenue J and Ocean Parkway
What: Join Assemblyman Hikind to rally against state-imposed changes being brought to this troubled strip of parkway
How much: FREE
More info: (718) 853-9616
Annual Lighting of the Visitation Nativity Scene
When: Sunday, December 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Visitation Academy at 8902 Ridge Boulevard
What: Celebrate the Annual Lighting of the Visitation Nativity Scene, followed by the Advent Mass which will honor two people.
How much: FREE
More info: (718) 680-9452
Free viewing of “Forks Over Knives”
When: Sunday, December 4 at 1:30 p.m.
Where: 7420 4th Avenue. Use the garden gate entrance on 4th Avenue in the center of the building.
What: “Here is a film that could save your life.” Roger Ebert, Sun Times. Sponsored by the Animal Justice Committee of Bay Ridge United Methodist Church, and Peace Action Bay Ridge.
How much: FREE
More info: (718) 238-4517 or brumc@verizon.net
Bensonhurst dance troupe comes to Windsor Terrace to perform The Nutcracker
When: Sunday, December 4 at 4 p.m.
Where: Bishop Ford at 500 19th Street
What: The performers range from ages 4 to 18 years old and the production is suitable for audiences of all ages.
More info: See the troupe’s website
Bella Voce Singers
When: Sunday, December 4 at 3 p.m.
Where: Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd at 7420 4th Avenue
What: Art on the Corner is proud once again to welcome Brooklyn’s wonderful women’s ensemble, the Bella Voce Singers! This winter holiday program features works by Johannese Brahms as well as contemporary composers.
How much: $15/adults, $10/students and seniors
Movies at the library
When: Friday, December 2 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Where:
What: Café Society (2016) 1hr 36Min. Bobby travels from New York to Hollywood, where he falls in love, and back to New York, where he is swept up in high society night life.
How much: FREE
More info: (718) 382-5792
Ongoing
Saturday storytime
When: Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Gravesend Library at 303 Avenue X
What: Join us each Saturday to hear new stories and favorite tales read aloud. All ages welcome!
How much: FREE
More info: (718) 382-5792