The Weekend Guide | 11-14 January 2018

Everything your heart desires is waiting for you in your weekend guide. Let me fulfill your needs, let me give you what you want. From an underground chef’s dinner that takes you directly to the source to a stripped down, reimagined opera-burlesque ballet; a trips back in time through the 80s, the angsty years of our teens, and just to last year when Tom Petty was still filling (not breaking) our hearts; and a cooking class that’s cheesy in the best way. Get at it, Brooklyn.

Trust me; I’ve got what you want.

THURSDAY

International Pop-Up Dinner with Index Brooklyn at the Diamond, Greenpoint.

There are very few things better than eating dumplings and drinking beers, but what if those dumplings were reimagined with Indianian flair, smothered and covered with all of the magical flavours of Mumbai and they were paired with unique microbrews and you were enjoying them in the backyard of Greenpoint’s favorite little beer bar? Well, you’ve got yourself a Thursday night event that’s pure magic. The Diamond welcomes Index Brooklyn and their Indian nachos and dumplings to international pop-up dinner night tonight. It’s all happening from 6:30pm- they run out. feast your eyes first here and swallow all of your excuses and come early and hungry and then #meetmeinthegondola where we will share nachos and secrets. 43 Franklin St. #nachosandsecrets

Mortified at Littlefield in Gowanus

Feeling a little down that maybe you haven’t exactly been “living your best life!” so far in 2018? Well this will make you feel better. Head to Littlefield tonight for this “excavation of teen angst artifcacts” (journals, letters, poems, lyrics, home movies, stories and more) as shared by their original authors before total strangers. Because we can all agree, at least, we’ve come a long way since hand jobs and Smirnoff Ice. Tickets, $10 available here. Doors at 7, show at 8. 635 Sackett St.

It’s Not Personal: Guided Meditation and Self-Love Workshop at New Woman Space in Bushwick

Be deliberate about centering your mind, body, and soul this year and start here, with this workshop at the New Women Space. Take part in a guided meditation, learn morning affirmations and self-love mantras and be in the inspiring company and atmosphere of this beautiful and much-needed space. The workshop is $15. Tickets available here. 7:30-10pm, 188 Woodpoint Rd.

FRIDAY

Retromatica at House of Yes in Bushwick

Let’s be honest, the whole 80s dance party can be a bit overdone. But not when it’s at House of Yes and it’s disco dancers and funky-fresh djs and oh-so-retro decor and all your best friends and (retro)future lovers and it’s his Friday night. Come disco’ed out in glitter and gold with a bold attitude and dance all night with Marvin & Guy. Tickets, $25 available here. 10pm-5am. 2 Wyckoff Ave.

Magick City at Elsewhere in Bushwick

THIS is the dance party you’ve been waiting all week for. Go and let loose at Elsewhere, that new venue brought to us by a bunch of not-newcomers to the scene. Lose yourself in their sound system, hypnotic light show, and world-renowned djs including Jimmy Edgar this Friday night. Tickets, $20, available here. 599 Johnson Ave.

Dune Drinking Game at Videology in Williamsburg

Hey there dorks. Don’t you ever get sick of people not understanding and appreciating Dune? And feeling conflicted and embarrassed about how much you talk about this monumental book (and film!) especially after you’ve had a few? Well fear not and find fellow Dune Enthusiasts (Dunthusiasts!) this Friday night at Videology. They’ll be showing the film in the theater in the back and will have rules and prizes and drink specials. Tickets, $12 available here. Midnight-2:30am, 308 Bedford Ave. #wereduned

Blue Moon Fever: A Celebration of the Music of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers at Littlefield in Gowanus

Come commemorate, commiserate, inebriate, and fucking dance as we continue to mourn the loss of one of the best artists of our time. It’s the Blue Moon Fever party at Littlefield with the Undone Sweaters. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society, so you’ll be reveling with a cause while you celebrate the life and sound of this legend. Tickets, $10 available here. Doors at 8, show at 9, 635 Sackett St.

SATURDAY

the roots of the dinner party judy chicago

The Roots of The Dinner Party: History in the Making at the Brooklyn Museum

Hungry for more female empowerment? Go explore one of the most famous and first epic feminist art exhibit that we are so lucky enough to have right here at the Brooklyn Museum. Judy Chicago’s The Dinner Party has been analyzed, reimagined, and commemorated since it’s inception in 1974 and completion in 1979 and now through March 4th, see an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the inspiration and creation process which featured the hands and work of over 400 women. Info here, 200 Eastern Pkwy.

Industry City Chef’s Lab Dinners Featuring Winston Chiu

A new dinner series to elevate the talent and tastes of Brooklyn, curated by Brooklyn chefs. This one featuring Chef Winston Chiu of Bonbite who is also an advisory board member of the Brooklyn Navy Yard Steam Development Center and a part owner of Little Tong Noodle Shop. With a special interest in creating meals and experiences that evoke community, philanthropy, sustainability and innovation. He’ll be presenting his version of Chinese “pub fair” with locally sourced ingredients, many from within Industry City. Guests will have a chance to tour some of the food labs and kitchens in the warehouse before the meal. Listen, GO TO THIS. Tickets, $75, include food and wine and are available here. 5-8pm at 274 36th St.

Elevation with Matthew Dekay at Mona Liza Studio in Bushwick

If you have been getting high at other parties, you’re kind of wasting your time. Elevation parties are like a week-long electronic festival all packed into one night, with all of the best djs, lights, sounds, dancing, living, and plenty of little loungey nooks to get lost. Saturday they welcome Matthew Dekay of All Day I Dream records. Tickets, $30, available here. 10pm-5am, 23 Meadow St. Don’t be the one stuck down here when you can get elevated.

No Chill Party at Friends and Lovers in Bushwick

Celebrate the weird warm weather and hear to the No Chill dance party this Saturday night. Free entry all night from 10-4am means you’ll be getting down with all your friends and future lovers until the sun comes up. Get summered DJs Edward Askew, Dirty Boogie, and Big Vic know how to heat things up. All info here, 641 Classon Ave.

SUNDAY

Nutcracker Rouge at Theater XIV, Bushwick

A naughty spin on this holiday classic allows you to get your jolly jollies and not be punished by Santa. Because Christmas is over. Come see this festive burlesque show featuring opera singers, aerialists, circus performers, and burlesque artists reinterpret Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet in this new theater space in Bushwick. Tickets start at $75 and are available here, along with their full calendar of events. 383 Troutman St.

Cheese Making at Humboldt and Jackson in Williamsburg

Learn a new skill this Sunday at chase that hangover into Monday at Humboldt and Jackson Sunday night. Sip on bubbly while you learn to make Stracciatella from H&J’s own monger Bill Reed. Tickets are $25 and very limited. Get yours here now. 5-7pm, 434 Humboldt St.

The Weekend Guide | 11-14 January 2017