Weekday Events

Poetry Punch
Join Brooklyn Reading Works and hear Edmund Berrigan, Louise Crawford, Bill Evans Sharon Mesmer, Wanda Phipps, Joanna Sit, Michael Sweeney and Jeffrey C. Wright read off some of their best poetry. A suggested donation of $5 includes punch, wine, and snacks. Thursday, October 15. 8 p.m. 336 3rd Street, The Old Stone House.

Mobile Mammography Van
Because early detection saves lives, Council Member Letitia James has joined with The American-Italian Cancer Foundation to bring a Mobile Mammography vehicle to Fort Greene, Brooklyn. Please make an appointment between the hours of 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. by calling 1-800-453-8378 ext 1. The mammograms are performed by a certified, licensed mammography technologist in conjunction with the Multi-Diagnostic Services (MDS). Tuesday, October 13. 67 Hanson Place, The Office of Council Member Letitia James.

CB7 Buildings & Construction Committee Meeting
The CB7 buildings & construction committee meeting will be reviewing their ongoing list of problem construction sites in the area, along with NYC Buildings Department “Stalled Sites Program” (and a list of stalled sites in the area), NYC Buildings Department “45 Day Public Challenge” process, and much more. This meeting is open to the public. All are welcome. Tuesday, October 13. 6:30 p.m. Free. 42nd & 4th Avenue, CB7.

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Home Buying Seminar
Thinking about becoming a homeowner and don’t know where to start? Attend this free seminar and get some answers. Learn about government sponsored affordable mortgages, closing cost assistance, preparing for the process, and home buying in today’s climate. This event is sponsored by Neighborhood Housing Services of East Flatbush, a not for profit housing organization. To RSVP, call 718-469-4679.Thursday, October 15. Free. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. 22 Linden Blvd, Flatbush Branch Library.

Committee Meeting
CNR the developer of homes for the elderly is hosting a meeting this week regarding their proposal to build a new center on Lefferts Place. Some believe there are better solutions than CNR’s desire to up-zone the entire block or street to build a larger facility. Come and voice your opinion at this committee meeting. Thursday, October 15. 7 p.m. – 9p.m. Free. 966 Fulton Street, the Grace Agard Harewood Senior Citizens Center.

The Brooklyn Play
This 45 minute play is part theatre piece, part travel guide, and part oral history; stuffed to the brim with video, puppetry, field recordings and faux historical re-enactments. “Brooklyn Play” is Zebra Crossing’s attempt to express (some of) the many identities and experiences of Brooklyn. All are welcome to join in on the fun. Thursday, October 15. 7 p.m. $5 donation. 370 Metropolitan Avenue, The City Reliquary.