how is it november already?? no, not rhetorical, i’m serious. how??! these sweet autumn days will slip into winter before we know it so it’s time we embrace the fall and embrace this city and I don’t mean by overindulging in pumpkin spice things. I mean by doing all of the things I’ve planned out for you this weekend.
come along now. there’s no time to waste.
THURSDAY
International Pop-Up Dinner with Index Brooklyn at the Diamond, Greenpoint.
there are very few things better than eating nachos and drinking beers. but what if those nachos were reimagined with an indian flair, smothered and covered wtih 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 6pm- 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
Launch Party for Paul Ryan Magazine at Kickstarter in Greenpoint.
because we have to somehow find humor in the absurdity that has become our day to day life in this country for the past year… head to the launch party of new political satire ‘zine “paul ryan” at the kickstarter hq in greenpoint. to pick up a copy, have some free bevvies, and hear live comedy. it’s all happening from 730-1030pm. info here. 58 kent st.
Dia de los Muertos Happy Hour + Dance Party at Cantina Royal in Williamsburg
celebrate the day of the dead by feeling alive and reveling with a cause at cantina royal. mexican food, tequila and dj geko jones spinning all night. all proceeds go to help mixteca, an organization dedicated to providing emotional support to newly arrived immigrants. $50 tickets available right here. 630-10pm, 58 n 3rd st.
FRIDAY
Pete’s for Puerto Rico Fundraiser at Pete’s Candy Store in Williamsburg
it’s hard to know what to do or how to help or where to even start to with the devastation in puerto rico. start tomorrow, at pete’s candy store in williamsburg djs all night and pretty fucking amazing raffles, including hamilton tickets, passes to see snl and an autographed photo of the cast of law and order SVU (yep.) %10 suggested donation. go and #revelwithacause from 430-11pm. tickets and info here. 709 lorimer st.
Church of Vinyl Record Fair at the San Damiano Mission in Williamsburg.
go confess your sins to make room for new ones and expand your record collection this friday at the church of vinyl record fair. yep, your favorite record store and your favorite triangle-shaped plot of land and container radio station are collaborating with the friars at san damiano mission to help give you something to talk about this weekend. “oh yeah, i mean, until you’ve heard [insert any artist name here] on vinyl you really can’t understand the monumental scope of their talent.” ugh. djs spinning all night. drinks available across the street at the lot. info here. 4pm-midnight, 85 n. 15th st.
Tacombi Takeover at the Museum of Food and Drink in Williamsburg.
take your taco game to the next level at MoFaD this friday with tacombi. try forgotten flavors and learn the secret to making the perfect taco. $30 tickets get you unlimited tastings plus two bk brews. tickets and info here, 6pm, 62 bayard st.
SATURDAY
The Second Annual Imagine This Women’s International Film Festival at the Wythe Hotel in Williamsburg.
if any good has come out of the angry cheetoh “running our country” it’s that we have been energized to speak out and act out together, and we’re stronger because of it. now in its second year, the Imagine This Women’s International Film Festival comes to the Wythe hotel saturday and sunday, bringing inspiring stories told by women from around the world. 45 films, 15 countries. open bar opening night mixer and an open bar award ceremony sunday. come celebrate. all info here, 80 wythe ave.
Food Loves Tech Festival in Industry City.
an event perfect for anyone curious about the future of food beyond “this food is about to my in my belly.” this two day event will feature immersive experiences, experiential exhibits, and unique dining experiences. plus i’m sure clark griswold will be there with some 20-year old cookies and milk. tickets and info here, saturday and sunday, 274 36th st.
Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs DJ Set at Elsewhere in Bushwick.
the people behind glasslands (RIP) have brought us a new venue out in bushwick and it’s currently cranking out some of the best live music in the borough. saturday night they welcome .. but check here for a full list of artists and get there fast. it’s located at 599 johnson ave. elsewhere, you have to be there to be elsewhere.™
here is one thing you absolutely shouldn’t do this weekend. what the fuck. don’t do this. why would anyone do this?
The Visitation at the Wykcoff House in Flatbush.
if you must get your spooky on, do this instead. an immersive theater experience in the oldest house in the city. it’s spookyish, but you get to keep your soul, which is rad. 3 days only, 8-930pm. $23 tickets and all info here. 5816 clarendon rd.
http://brokelyn.com/event/party-like-its-1999-come-on-over-to-shanias-edition/
Party Like It’s 1999: Shania Twain Edition at the Bellhouse in Gowanus.
whose bed have your boots been under baby? (you don’t really have to answer that), but what you do need to do is march those little boots down to gowanus for a celebration of all things 90s and all music shania. don’t act like you don’t like it. the event is free, all info here, 10pm-2am. 149 7th st.
SUNDAY
New York Marathon Sunday. All Over Town.
is that a banana in your hand, or are you just happy to see me, and 52,000 other people running past you? it’s both. because this sunday is the ny marathon and let’s face it guys, we’ve all been listening to and participating putting a lot of energy into what separates us… and sunday is one of the most beautiful symbols of what keeps us united. perseverance, determination, and cheering on friends and strangers with everything you have in you on the streets of this fantastic city. go and watch and be moved. starts at 8am and ends… well it ends when it ends, and it passes by my block the whole damn time so come, say hi. bring me a banana. info here.
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