The Brooklyn Paper’s comprehensive source of Brooklyn event listings http://www.brooklynpaper.com en-us Copyright 2008 The Brooklyn Paper Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:28:23 EDT  Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Golden Arm Wrestling Championship for male and females. Categories: male and female novice, amateur and pro in 12 weight classes. Weigh-in between 9 am to noon. Event begins at 12:30 pm. Final matches at 3:30 pm. Coney Island Boardwalk, between West 10th and 12th streets (in front of Astroland). (718) 544-4592. www.nycarms.com. Free. Sat, July 26: STRONG ARM1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT 8 am. Salt Marsh Center, 3302 Ave. U. Call 311 for info. and ask for the Urban Park Rangers. Free. Sat, July 26: BIRDING1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Row the boat. 9 am to noon. Paerdegat Basin, foot of Avenue N. (718) 241-3683. www.sebagocanoeclub.org. Free. Sat, July 26: OPEN PADDLE1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT 9 am. Call for meeting location. (718) 241-3683. www.sebagocanoeclub.org. Sat, July 26: CANOE TRAINING1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Visit New York City Transit’s Bergen Street sign shop and learn about sign production. $25, $20 museum members, $10 children ages 5 to 17. 10 am to 2 pm. Boerum Place and Schermerhorn Street. (718) 694-5100. Sat, July 26: STREET SIGN SHOP1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Join Sebago’s group paddling to Governor’s Island, sponsored by the Metropolitan Waterfront Alliance. 10 am to 4 pm. Contact John Wright at john.wright731@verizon.net for more information. Sat, July 26: CITY OF WATER DAY1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Explore Fort Greene Park. 1 pm. Meet at the Fort Greene Visitor Center on the hill near Myrtle Avenue and Washington Park entrance. For more information, call 311 and ask for the Urban Park Rangers. Free. Sat, July 26: WALK1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT 1 pm. Meet outside the Audubon Center, Prospect Park (enter park at Lincoln Road and Ocean Avenue). Call 311 for info. and ask for the Urban Park Rangers. Free. Sat, July 26: DRAGONFLIES AND DAMSELFLIES1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Human Landscape Dance stages a performance of “Rituals of the First Year,” a dance that explores a father’s experience during the beginning of his daughter’s life. Noon to 2 pm. Oriental Pavilion, Prospect Park (enter at Lincoln Road and Ocean Avenue). www.hldance.org. Free. Sat, July 26: MODERN DANCE1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT hosted by Kingsborough College. Tonight , “Global Rhythms,” with Brazilian and East African Grooves. 7:30 pm. 2001 Oriental Blvd. (718) 368-6680. Free. Sat, July 26: SUMMER CONCERT1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Classical music performance of works by Grieg and Sibelius. $35, $20 students. 8 pm. Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street at the East River. (718) 624-2083. Sat, July 26: BARGEMUSIC1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Performing arts fest presents Ghostland Observatory, The Jealous Girlfriends and Bear Hands. $3 suggested donation. 8 pm. Prospect Park band shell, Prospect Park West at Ninth Street. (718) 965-8999. Sat, July 26: CELEBRATE BROOKLYN1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT at Bush Baby Lounge. 8 pm. 1197 Fulton St. (718) 636-5336. www.myspace.com/bushbabyinc. Call for more info. Sat, July 26: MUSIC AND POETRY1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT at Church of the Holy Spirit. 9 am to 4 pm. 8117 Bay Parkway at 82nd Street. (718) 837-0412. Sat, July 26: FLEA MARKET1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Image Analysis and Sequence Editing class. Daniel Power, CEO of PowerHouse Books, explains how to make a book out of original photographs or hard copies of visuals. $500, $350 students. 10 am to 5 pm. 7 Main St. (212) 604-9074, ext. 105. Sat, July 26: MAKING THE BOOK1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Market offers handmade items such as jewelry by Wabisabi-Brooklyn, hats by Rocks and Salt, kids wear by Wonder Threads, and frocks by Melissa Bell. 11 am to 7 pm. Smith Street between Union and President streets. (347) 407-1187. Sat, July 26: INDIE MARKET1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT A Brooklyn-based wine maker explains her wine at LeNell’s. Noon. 416 Van Brunt St., between Coffey and Van Dyke streets. (718) 360-0838. Free. Sat, July 26: WINE TASTING1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Second annual Fort Greene paint-out features arts and crafts for children of all ages. Noon to 5 pm. Fort Greene Park, DeKalb and Washington avenues. www.paintacrossamerica.org. Free. Sat, July 26: PAINT OUT1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT with Jane Cleland, author of “Antiques to Die for.” Brooklyn Public Library’s Brooklyn Heights branch, 280 Cadman Plaza West. 1 pm. (718) 623-7100. Free. Sat, July 26: AUTHOR TALK1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition presents its summer exhibit: “Hot.” 1 pm. Red Hook Pier, 499 Van Brunt St. (718) 596-2506. Free. Sat, July 26: SUMMER SHOW1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT presents a post-apocalyptic book club. Discussion of Samuel Delany’s “Dhalgren.” 6 pm. 123 Columbia St. (718) 643-8484. Free. Sat, July 26: FREEBIRD BOOKS1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Good Wood 2008, an auction and party at Third Ward. Fifty artists auction off one-of-a-kind custom skate decks to support Stoked, an organization that mentors kids through action sports. 7 pm to 11 pm. 195 Morgan Ave. (347) 223-5954. Sat, July 26: ART EVENT1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT “From Here to There,” works by artists Sam McKinniss and Isabelle Rancier. 6 pm to 9 pm. Brooklyn Artists Gym, 168 Seventh St. (718) 858-9069. Free. Sat, July 26: RECEPTION1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Art opening at Micro Museum. $10, $5 students and seniors. 8 pm to 11 pm. Live music starts at 9 pm. 123 Smith St. (718) 797-3116. Sat, July 26: PARTY1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT presents the Brooklyn-based theater company Woodshed Collective in “Twelve Ophelias.” 8 pm. Lorimer and Bayard streets in Greenpoint. www.theatermania.com. Free. Sat, July 26: MCCARREN PARK POOL1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT “In a Dream,” a film about art and love. $9. 8 pm. Old American Can Factory, 232 Third St. (No pointy heeled shoes allowed on the roof.) www.rooftopfilms.com. Sat, July 26: ROOFTOP FILMS1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Soul music from around the globe at Tamboril Restaurant. Free before 11 pm; $10 after 11 pm. 527 Myrtle Ave. between Grand and Classon avenues. (347) 661-1227. Sat, July 26: DANCE PARTY1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Learn about the most infamous crimes in NYC history. 1 pm. Fort Greene Visitor Center, on the hill near Myrtle Avenue and Washington Park entrance. Call 311 for info. and ask for the Urban Park Rangers. Free. Sun, July 27: CRIMINALS, COPS & CAPERS1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT A night hike in search of bats, raccoons, opossums and night herons. 7:30 pm. Salt Marsh Center, 3302 Ave. U. Call 311 for info. Free. Sun, July 27: CREATURES OF THE NIGHT1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Open air market houses 50 local artisans, vendors and entrepreneurs offering innovative creations and DIY spirit. Also, DJ Spinna, The Earthman Experience featuring DJ Hard Hittin Harry and 77 Klash will perform. Noon to 8 pm. Myrtle Avenue between Grand Avenue and Emerson Street. brooklynurbanartsmarket.ning.com. Sun, July 27: URBAN ARTS MARKET1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Classical music performance of works by Shostakovich, Britten, Harald Genzmer, and Gershwin. $50, $25 students. 4 pm. Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street at the East River. (718) 624-2083. Sun, July 27: BARGEMUSIC1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT International Reggae Night. $10. 9 pm. Lox Lounge, 15 Putnam Ave., corner Fulton Street and Grand Avenue. (718) 701-4103. Sun, July 27: MUSIC TRIBUTE1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT at LeNell’s. Noon to 9 pm. 416 Van Brunt St. between Coffey and Van Dyke streets. (718) 360-0838. Free. Sun, July 27: GIN TASTING1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Autism awareness night. Brooklyn Cyclones play the SI Yankees. $7 to $15. 5 pm. Preceded by a celebrity softball game at noon. $10 and up. Also, Cyclones host “I Love Park Slope Night.” Activities include a stroller Olympics in-between innings, free valet stroller parking, pre-game Gymboree class in centerfield, “brag about your kid” submissions to be displayed on the video scoreboard. More. Keyspan Park, 1904 Surf Ave. (718) 449-8497. Sun, July 27: PLAY BALL1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Borough President Marty Markowitz presents the 26th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Concert Series. Tonight: Mary Mary, Tye Tribbett and Greater Anointing, Ricky Dillard and New Generation. 7:30 pm. Wingate Field, entrances on Brooklyn Avenue, Rutland Road and Winthrop Street. (718) 222-0600. Free. Mon, July 28: MLK CONCERT SERIES1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT at Word Bookstore. 7:30 pm. 126 Franklin St. (718) 383-0096. Free. Mon, July 28: ITALIAN MOVIE NIGHT1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Church Avenue Merchants Business Association hosts a talk: “Access to Capital for Small Business Owners.” 3 pm to 5:30 pm. 884 Flatbush Ave. (718) 282-2500. Free. Tues, July 29: BUSINESS WORKSHOP1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT 2 pm to 4 pm. Salt Marsh Center, 3302 Ave. U. For more information call 311 and ask for the Urban Park Rangers. Free. Tues, July 29: WOODWORKING WORKSHOP1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT The Fitness Guru returns. Today: Pilates Mat Class. 7 pm to 8 pm. Registration at 6:30 pm. Boardwalk, Empire-Fulton Ferry State Park, 26 New Dock St. in DUMBO. In case of rain, class moves to Tobacco Warehouse. www.brooklynbridgepark.org. Free. Tues, July 29: WATERFRONT WORKOUT1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Babeland hosts a talk about how to set aside some time for sex. Learn how planning a sex date can save your sex life. 7 pm to 8:30 pm. 462 Bergen St. (718) 638-3820. Free. Tues, July 29: MAKING TIME FOR SEX1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT State Sen. Marty Golden presents a performance by the Trammps featuring Earl Young. Band’s hit songs include “Disco Inferno,” “Where the Happy People Go” and “Hold Back the Night.” Opening act is disco dance band, Morning Side Drive. 7 pm. 79th Street and Shore Road. (718) 236-7547. www.senatorgolden.com. Free. Tues, July 29: CONCERTS IN THE PARK1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Atlantic Avenue Local Development Corporation hosts promotions, special events and discounts. 10 am to midnight. Atlantic Avenue between Hicks Street and Fourth Avenue. (718) 243-1414. Wed, July 30: RED FLAG WEDNESDAY1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Row the boat. 5:30 pm. Paerdegat Basin, foot of Avenue N. (718) 241-3683. www.sebagocanoeclub.org. Free. Wed, July 30: OPEN PADDLE1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Brooklyn Bridge Conservancy hosts a weekly outdoor concert series curated by five different Brooklyn performance spaces. Today: Issue Project Room presents John Zorn’s Cobra, Theremin Society, Jonathan Kane’s February. 6 pm. The Tobacco Warehouse, 26 New Dock St. (718) 797-0603. Free. Wed, July 30: MUSIC AT THE BRIDGE1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT See Red Hook by boat and then help clean the shoreline. 6 pm to 8 pm. Meet at Second Street off of Bond Street at the Gowanus Canal. www.redhookboaters.org. Free. Wed, July 30: DISCOVERY TOUR1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Learn how to prepare Pan-Asian cuisine with chef Sandy Stollar. $65. 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Center for Kosher Culinary Arts, 1407 Coney Island Ave., between avenues J and K. Call to register. (718) 513-9934. Wed, July 30: COOKING CLASS1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT presents a reading of Jonathan Miles’s “Dear American Airlines.” 7:30 pm. 123 Columbia St. (718) 643-8484. Free. Wed, July 30: FREEBIRD BOOKS1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:21 EDT Political Films under the Stars. Today: “The Candidate” with Robert Redford. 8:45 pm. Old Stone House, JJ Byrne Park, Fifth Avenue and Third Street. (718) 768-3195. www.theoldstonehouse.org. Free. Wed, July 30: FILM SERIES1216928901 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Jonny Porkpie’s “Royale Royale” night of burlesque, chilled cocktails, and go-go dancing. With Nasty Canasta, Gigi La Femme, Anita Cookie and Peekaboo Pointe. 9 pm. 506 Fifth Ave. www.pinchbottom.com. Free. Wed, July 30: BURLESQUE SHOW1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT State Sen. Marty Golden presents a performance by Kenny Vance & the Planotones, known for his hit song “Looking for an Echo.” 7 pm. Marine Park, enter at Fillmore Avenue. (718) 236-7547. www.senatorgolden.com. Free. Wed, July 30: CONCERTS IN THE PARK1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT “Twelve Ophelias.” 8 pm. See Saturday, July 26. Wed, July 30: MCCARREN PARK POOL1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT 9 am. Bring your own mat. Salt Marsh Center, 3302 Ave. U. Call 311 for more info. and ask for the Urban Park Rangers. Free. Thurs, July 31: YOGA1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT NYC College of Technology Small Business Development Center and Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation present a talk on how to understand commercial leasing. 10 am to noon. Capital One Bank, 257 Fulton St., between Jay and Adams streets. (718) 797-0187. Free. Thurs, July 31: SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Outdoor concert series hosted by Brooklyn Academy of Music. Today: Meshell Ndegeocello sings and plays jazz. Noon to 2 pm. Metrotech Commons, corner of Flatbush and Myrtle avenues. (718) 636-4100. Free. Thurs, July 31: RHYTHM & BLUES FEST1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Brooklyn Public Library’s Central branch hosts the topic “Philosophy and Social Problems.” 2 pm. Grand Army Plaza. (718) 230-2100. Free. Thurs, July 31: PHILOSOPHY DISCUSSION1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Join historical cook Carolina Capehart for an evening of cooking over an open fire, early 1800s style. Hands-on historic foodways, including preparation, cooking and eating. 5 pm to 7 pm. Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum, 5816 Clarendon Road at Ralph Avenue. (718) 629-5400. Free. Thurs, July 31: FIRESIDE FEAST1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Clinton Hill Art Gallery, in association with the citywide JVC Jazz Festival, hosts a reception featuring contemporary painters: “Portraits in Blue.” 6 pm to 9 pm. 154a Vanderbilt Ave., Fort Greene. (718) 857-0074. Free. Thurs, July 31: ARTIST RECEPTION1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT The Cobble Hill Association hosts its seventh annual “Music in the Park” series. Tonight: So-Nu plays klezmer and Balkan music. 7 pm. Cobble Hill Park, Clinton Street between Verandah Place and Congress Street. Free. Thurs, July 31: SUMMER CONCERT1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Tonight: “The Birds,” directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Bring your own chairs. 7:30 pm. Salt Marsh Center, 3302 Ave. U. Call 311 for more info. and ask for the Urban Park Rangers. Free. Thurs, July 31: LAWNCHAIR THEATER1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Borough President Marty Markowitz presents the 30th Annual Seaside Summer Concert Series. Tonight: Classic Rock Night, with Starship and Mickey Thomas…and a mystery guest! 7:30 pm. Asser Levy/Seaside Park, at West Fifth Street and Surf Avenue. (718) 222-0600. Free. Thurs, July 31: SEASIDE SUMMER CONCERT1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT The Brooklyn Conservancy presents its annual outdoor series. Today: “Ace in the Hole.” Movie is preceded by a short. Also a DJ spins, and dinners are for sale. 6 pm to 11 pm. Empire-Fulton Ferry State Park, 26 New Dock St. in DUMBO. www.brooklynbridgepark.org. Free. Thurs, July 31: MOVIES WITH A VIEW1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Performing arts fest presents The Mark Morris Dance Group. $3 suggested donation. 8 pm. Prospect Park band shell, Prospect Park West at Ninth Street in Park Slope. (718) 965-8999. Thurs, July 31: CELEBRATE BROOKLYN1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Take a tour of Prospect Park. Start out with a ride on the electric boat Independence, followed by a guided exploration of the park’s nature trails and a chance to meet bats. $25. 7 pm to 9 pm. Wine and cheese reception. Audubon Center, Lincoln and Ocean avenues. Reservations necessary. (718) 287-3400, ext. 114. Thurs, July 31: TWILIGHT TOUR1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Fredini and Bambi presents burlesque on the Beach. 1208 Surf Ave. $15. 10 pm. For more info., go to www.coneyisland.com/burlesque.shtml. (718) 372-5159. Thurs, July 31: BURLESQUE SHOW1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT “Twelve Ophelias.” 8 pm. See Saturday, July 26. Thurs, July 31: MCCARREN PARK POOL1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Sample a new liqueur made from elderflower. Noon to midnight. LeNell’s, 416 Van Brunt St. between Coffey and Van Dyke streets. (718) 360-0838. Free. Fri, Aug. 1: ST GERMAIN TASTING1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT “Here and Now: American Contemporary Music Series.” Works by Roger Sessions, Ralph Shapey, Pozzi Escot, Elliot Carter and Stefan Wolpe. $35, $15 students. 8 pm. Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street at the East River. (718) 624-2083. Fri, Aug. 1: BARGEMUSIC1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Performing arts fest presents music and movies with The Charlie Chaplin Mutuals with The Knights and Christina Courtin. $3 suggested donation. 7:30 pm. Prospect Park band shell, Prospect Park West at Ninth Street in Park Slope. (718) 965-8999. Fri, Aug. 1: CELEBRATE BROOKLYN1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT “Twelve Ophelias.” 8 pm. See Saturday, July 26. Fri, Aug. 1: MCCARREN PARK POOL1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT 10 pm. See Thursday, July 31. Fri, Aug. 1: BURLESQUE SHOW1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT 8 am. Salt Marsh Center, 3302 Ave. U. Call 311 for more info. and ask for the Urban Park Rangers. Free. Sat, Aug 2: BIRDING1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Row the boat. 9 am to noon. Paerdegat Basin, foot of Avenue N. (718) 241-3683. www.sebagocanoeclub.org. Free. Sat, Aug 2: OPEN PADDLE1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Enjoy a day of canoeing on the Lullwater to the Lake and back. 11 am, 12:30 pm and 2 pm. Audubon Center, Prospect Park. Enter park at Lincoln Road and Ocean Avenue. (718) 287-3400. Free. Sat, Aug 2: CANOE THE LULLWATER1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Help spruce up Salt Marsh Nature Center. 1 pm. Meet at 3302 Ave. U. (718) 421-2021. Free. Sat, Aug 2: PARK CLEAN UP1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Slideshow potluck dinner, with the theme of “Change,” for members of arts, photography and media communities. Participants bring food, drink, and up to five minutes worth of slides. All guests are asked to participate. After dining, a slideshow commences. Presenters range from novice to professionals. 6:30 pm to midnight. McCarren Park Pool, Lorimer Street between Driggs Avenue and Bayard Street. www.slideluckpotshow.com. (917) 804-2767. Sat, Aug 2: SLIDELUCK POTSHOW1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Classical music performance, with works by Mozart and Beethoven. $50, $25 students. 8 pm. Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street at the East River. (718) 624-2083. Sat, Aug 2: BARGEMUSIC1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Performing arts fest presents the Verizon Concert Series with Father Goose, The Sippy Cups, Sonia Manzano, James McDaniel and Joan Osborne. $3 suggested donation. 4 pm. Prospect Park band shell, Prospect Park West at Ninth Street in Park Slope. (718) 965-8999. Sat, Aug 2: CELEBRATE BROOKLYN1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Market offers handmade items such as jewelry by Wabisabi-Brooklyn, hats by Rocks and Salt, kids wear by Wonder Threads, and frocks by Melissa Bell. Today, Atom of Atomesco.com and Alexandra and Edward of Wook Woodworking.com showcase their woodworking. 11 am to 7 pm. Cobble Hill Park, Smith Street between Union and President streets. (347) 407-1187. Sat, Aug 2: INDIE MARKET1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Ladies Night. Brooklyn Cyclones play the SI Yankees. $7 to $15. 5 pm. Keyspan Park, 1904 Surf Ave. (718) 449-8497. Sat, Aug 2: PLAY BALL1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Performing arts fest presents the Verizon Concert Series with African Guitar Festival with Oliver Mtukudzi and Black Spirits, Habib Koite and Bamada, Daby Toure, Yossi Rine and Afrikan Bass, and Extra Golden. $3 suggested donation. 2 pm to 9 pm. Prospect Park band shell, Prospect Park West at Ninth Street in Park Slope. (718) 965-8999. Sun, Aug 3: CELEBRATE BROOKLYN1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT 4 pm. See Saturday, Aug 2 Sun, Aug 3: BARGEMUSIC1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Prospect Park walking tour. See the “Princess of Prospect Place,” Queen Anne-style mansions and brownstones. 10 am to noon. Meet at corner of Bergen Street and Flatbush Avenue. Sorry, no contact phone number. Free. Sun, Aug 3: WALK IN THE PARK1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT Explore Prospect Park’s unique arches while learning the history of these features. 1 pm. Meet outside the Audubon Center, Lincoln Road and Ocean Avenue. (718) 287-3400. Free. Sun, Aug 3: AMAZING ARCHES1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT based on “Past Lives, Dreams, and Soul Travel” by Harold Klemp. Learn to recall past-life lessons for help today and find guidance in dreams. 4 pm to 5:30 pm. Prospect Park Residence, One Prospect Park West, Turner Room, fifth Floor. (212) 475-2061. Free. Sun, Aug 3: WORKSHOP1216928902 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:22 EDT hosts a BBQ and reading. 1 pm. 123 Columbia St. (718) 643-8484. Free. Sun, Aug 3: FREEBIRD BOOKS1216928902