Weekday Events

“NOW: In History!”: Civil War Draft Riots
The Second installment of: NOW: In History! at the Williamsburgh Library Auditorium
will feature New York City Historian and author of The Devil’s Own Work, Barnet Schecter on the topic of The Civil War Draft Riots of July 1863. With imminent Brooklyn Public Library budget cuts topping over $20 Million and a massive borough-wide cut back on library hours and resources, the historic Williamsburgh Library is losing critical funding. This “NOW: In History!” series aims to bring the attention of those who love local history to a public institute deserving of its support. All are welcome to learn some history and help out Brooklyn’s library system. Tuesday, July 13. Refreshments at 6 p.m. Lecture at 6:30 p.m. Free. 240 Division Street, The Williamsburg Library.

FORGOTTEN CITY LIGHTS: A Photographic Archive of NYC’s Street Lamposts
With photographs taken over the past 30+ years by Bob Mulero, an employee of the MTA and an avid toy collector, Mr. Mulero has been cataloging hundreds of New York’s lampposts since the 1970s. Mr. Mulero is joined in his historical efforts by the (seemingly) omniscient Kevin Walsh, who’s website chronicles (what appears to be) every single corner, cul-de-sac, dead-end, roundabout, and street direction in New York City. All are welcome to enjoy this special event. Thursday, July 15. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Free. 370 Metropolitan Avenue, The City Reliquary.

People’s Hearing: B71 Bus Line
The Straphangers Campaign pulled together the voice and concerns of those effected by the B71 bus line service cut and there will be a hearing this Tuesday on behalf of the B71. This event will take place at Cooper Union in Manhattan before the MTA’s public hearing on Station Booth Closures. All are welcome. Tuesday, July 13. 5 p.m. Free. Cooper Square, Cooper Union.

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Waterfront Workouts with the Fitness Guru
The Fitness Guru returns with Pilates Mat classes! Join instructors as they teach you to properly activate the muscles of your abdomen and back to create an incredible amount of stability in your torso. Classes are free and open to all skill levels, but space is limited. Registration begins at 6:30pm each evening. A limited number of mats are available for rental for free (with valid ID). Tuesday, July 13. 7 p.m. – 6 p.m. Free. Pier 1, Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservatory.

The Green Team
The Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy’s Green Team of volunteer stewards have returned to the Main Street section of Brooklyn Bridge Park for the 2010 season. Green Team members donate thousands of hours to provide critical care for the much-used park located at Main and Plymouth Streets. Be one of the many to help out with the Conservancy’s environment. To RSVP, email Kara at kgilmour@bbpc.net or call at 718-802-0603 x 18. Tuesday, July 13. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Free. Meeting place located at the corner of Main and Plymouth Streets.

2nd Anniversary Crepe Party
Brooklyn Crepe and Juice, will be putting on their French hats to celebrate Bastille
Day and the 2nd anniversary of the crepery by selling $3.00 Crepes in front of their shop.
Borough President Marty Markowitz will also be on hand to help celebrate, along with members
of the North Flatbush Avenue Business Improvement District. This event is open to the public
and free. Wednesday, July 14. 3 p.m. Free. 274 Flatbush Avenue, BklynCrepe and Juice.