Weekday Events

Comedy On Ice
This event is a holiday variety show benefiting the homeless. Performers include Todd Barry, Wyatt Cenac, Tom Shilue, hosted by Gabe Liedman and Jenny Slate. The proceeds will benefit RunTellmanRun Entrepreneur Tellman Knudson who is running across the country barefoot, raising $100 million for the homeless. He is funding the run himself, so 100 percent of the proceeds will go directly to shelters and homes assisting homeless youth. For more details, check out his site. Tuesday, December 22. Doors at 7:30 p.m. $15 – For tickets, click here. 149 7th Street, The Bell House.

Opening of Union Market
The 4,000 sq. ft. store – designed and constructed using green building practices – is significantly larger than the two Park Slope locations. Be sure to check out Union Market next week for your holiday needs – prime meats, fresh fish delivered seven times a week, and restaurant-quality prepared foods. Monday, December 21. Doors at 10 a.m. Free. 288 Court Street, Union Market.

Caroling in Sunset Park
Our Lady of Perpetual Help will be caroling this Monday around Sunset Park. Carolers will meet at the rectory for a night of singing traditional Christmas carols. Feel like getting into the holiday spirit? All are welcome to join. For details, call (718) 492-9200. Monday, December 21. 7:30 p.m. Free. 526 59th Street, Meeting at the Rectory.

Please send your events listings to events@brownstoner.com

Kwanzaa Celebration
This festive celebration featuring James Stovall and Leanet Noble, explores the seven principles of Kwanzaa through music, dance, and spoken word. The audience will learn why the fundamental aspects of this celebration are a necessary part of our collective survival in today’s world. All ages. Monday, December 21. 10:15 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. $7 – For tickets, call (212) 459-1854. 1 University Plaza at Willoughby Street, Kumble Theater, Long Island University.

Toy Drive and Holiday Dinner
Former Bed-Stuy resident, La Toya, is hosting a toy drive and holiday dinner for the needy and homeless. Toys brought by volunteers will be donated to the Interfaith Medical hospital pediatric ward. Nothing is required to enter. Free food. All are welcome! Come with an appetite Thursday, December 24. 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Free. 1253 Atlantic Avenue, Ice Club and Lounge.