Weekday Events

Movies With A View: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Indiana Jones has faced Japanese crime bosses, death cult shaman, and Nazis by the dozen, but only one man has ever dared to call him ‘Junior’ – his father! Now, two generations of Joneses (Harrison Ford! Sean Connery!) join forces to rescue the grand-daddy of religious artifacts from the clutches of, well…more Nazis. Thursday, August 26. 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. Free. Pier 1, Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Tuesday Night Tours
Walk the pathways of newly opened Pier 1 with Brooklyn Bridge Park designers and planners and learn the history of the site, the process that led to its creation, the features of its landscape and the innovative sustainable elements that make this truly a green park. Get a sneak peak of the southern portion of Pier 1, which will open in late summer! 45 minute tours begin at 6:00pm. Reservations recommended: please email brooklynbridgepark@bbpnyc.orgor call (718) 222-9935. Tuesday, August 24. 6 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Free. Pier 1 Gatehouse, Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Dancing Under the Stars: Gabriel Hays & Vince Lisi
Every Tuesday, 3rd Street at 5th Avenue is transformed into a hot spot for dancing under the stars. The events will start at 6 with kids programming and the adult, dancing portion of the program will begin at 7 and continue till 9. Enjoy some 60’s and 70’s rock while dancing under the stars! Tuesday, August 24. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Free. Washington Park.

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City Council Meeting: Hotel Pennsylvania
The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchise of the City Council’s Land Use Committee will hold a public meeting on Monday to decide the fate of the Hotel Pennsylvania. If Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission, the Department of City Planning, and developer Vornado have their way, the hotel will be demolished to make way for a high-rise box. Monday, August 23. 9:30 a.m. Free. 250 Broadway (in Manhattan), 16th Floor.

Music in the Park: The Cady Finlayson Ensemble
The “Music in the Park” concert Series is sponsored by the Cobble Hill Association & The Cobble Hill Community Fund with the generous support of Long Island College Hospital, Ridgewood Savings Bank and Ted & Honey Café and Market. This Thursday enjoy the musical renderings of The Cady Finlayson Ensemble. All are welcome! Thursday, August 26. 7 p.m. Rain date on Friday. Free. Cobble Hill Park.

Tai Chi in the Park
Tai Chi is an ancient form of mind body exercise that uses purposeful, slow movements in a form of meditative exercise for relaxation, health and self defense. All are welcome to attend! Monday, August 23. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Pier 1, Brooklyn Bridge Park.