Weekday Events

Brooklyn Current Screening at Scene: Brooklyn
As part of the Scene: Brooklyn, Independent Film and Media Arts event, there will be a special screening of three documentary films that explore some of the most important issues facing Brooklyn and its residents today. From gentrification to the subprime mortgage crisis, intimate accounts from those affected shed light on the stories that put the borough in the headlines. One of the films, Brooklyn Boondoggle, focuses on the controversial Atlantic Yards development project.
Tuesday, May 5. 7 p.m. $5. Galapagos Art Space, 16 Main Street.

Sheepshead Bay/Plumb Beach Civic Association Meeting
At the Sheepshead Bay/Plumb Beach Civic Association meeting, officials of the Environmental Task Force Operations will discuss marine debris removal. Also on the agenda is the planning for Memorial Day Parade, Lundy’s development, and Brigham Street Park news.
Tuesday, May 5. 7:30 p.m. Baron DeKalb Knights of Columbus, 3000 Emmons Avenue.

City Planning Commission Public Hearing
A public hearing will be held by the City Planning Commission on the Canarsie Rezoning (land use application for a change to the zoning map), the Brighton Beach Rezoning (land use applications for a zoning map change), and the Coney Island Plan.
Wednesday, May 6. 9:30 a.m. The New York City College of Technology (in the Klitgord Auditorium), 285 Jay Street.

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Brooklyn Blogfest
Brooklyn Blogfest is an event for bloggers, blog readers, and the blog curious. It’s your chance to meet your favorite bloggers, learn about blogging, and maybe even be inspired to blog. There will also be a video tribute to Brooklyn’s photo bloggers. The after-party (of course, there is an after-party) is across the street at Galapagos Art Space complete with a cash bar.
Thursday, May 7. 7 p.m. $10. powerHouse Arena, 37 Main Street.

Historic Districts Council’s Preservation Lobby Day
Historic Districts Council has arranged a rally for the Annual Preservation Lobby Day. They will be rallying for continued and enhanced support for the Landmarks Preservation Commission’s budget. If you can join, email belfer@hdc.org and they will provide signs identifying your neighborhood.
Wednesday, May 6. 11 a.m. City Hall, 2 Lafayette Street (in Manhattan).

Annual Graffiti Clean-Up Day Meeting
Flatbush Development Corporation (FDC) is currently organizing its Annual Graffiti Clean-Up Day. If you want to get involved, attend this first organization meeting. The actual clean-up day will be Saturday, May 30th. Please RSVP for the meeting by calling 718-859-4831 or emailing shussain@fdconline.org.
Thursday, May 7. 6 p.m. FDC Office, 1616 Newkirk Avenue.

Unpacking My Library: 12 Architects and Their Books
This literary event is a “conversation” between two renowned architects, Peter Eisenman and Michael Graves, moderated by renowned architect and MAS Chairman David Childs. Purchase tickets online here or call 212-935-2075.
Tonight. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Municipal Art Society, 457 Madison Avenue (in Manhattan).

Brooklyn: Birthplace of Comedians
The Society of Old Brooklynites’ monthly meeting will focus on “Brooklyn: Birthplace of Comedians.” Speaking will be Dr. Joseph Dorinson, chair of the History Department at LIU and adjunct professor at St. Francis College. He is the author of several well-received books on baseball, Brooklyn, and humor.
Wednesday, May 6. 6:30-8:15 p.m. Free. Supreme Court Building, at Court and Montague Streets (on the 3rd Floor).