things to do
this week in nyc

kim clarke, roxy coss, and anita rush

6 - 9 p.m. · the national jazz museum in harlem, 58 w. 129th st. · free

“open mic piano bar hosted by chanteuse, saline dijon and titanique co-author and orchestrator, nicholas james connell! setting sail with nicholas on the keys, and saline belting her face off with the kooky crazy celine and titanic fans of nyc, it’s sure to be a fabulous night in first class! celine dion sing off!: show us your best celine for a chance to win prizes! we will have some fabulous celine dion and titanique prizes to award to those who make us thump our chests the hardest!!! we will also be raffling off a pair of tickets to see titanique on broadway!”

7 - 10 p.m. · the champagne sea, 207 bowery · $17.85

6:45 - 10 p.m. · central park at east 71st street · free

“bailey swilley presents we love a theme: a storytelling show. this month’s theme? true grit. don’t miss funny, heart-warming, and cringe tales from performers deandra anjahlee, calvin cato, nadine hemming, and tracey starin.”

7 p.m. · pete's candy store, 709 lorimer st., williamsburg

5:30 p.m. · el sol brillante, 522 e. 12th st., the east village · free

“a one night only reading and party to celebrate the greatest city in the world, new york city! and it will happen on the oldest ship of its kind in the world. this is our love letter to nyc. come celebrate with us! we’ll have drinks provided by archer roose wines, nomadica, montauk brewing co. and loonen water and food provided by my favorite pizzeria in the city, two boots and a special treat from edith’s, one of my favorite restaurants in the world. featuring readings by: jemima kirke, desus nice, chi ossé, mel ottenberg, carole radziwill, angela trimbur, karen elson, james frey, lili anolik, karah preiss, ronald wohlman, aminatou sow, and max friedlich.”

6 - 10 p.m. · the tall ship wavertree, the seaport · rsvp (waitlist)

“come early to enjoy a picnic on the lawn and refreshing waterfront breezes, with new york harbor and manhattan skyline views like no other as the sun sets.”

6 p.m., movie begins at sunset · harbor view lawn, brooklyn bridge park · free and first-come, first-served

“anastasia coope presents a mermaid show of music and video, accompanied by under the sea sweets by lola simon and fiona jacobson-yang. those wishing to compete in the mermaid costume pageant will receive a special prize.”

7 p.m. · earth, 49 orchard st., the les

7 p.m. · prospect park’s lena horne bandshell · free

brooklyn nightlife stars throw their signature dj-fueled party with papi juice and musical guests: anysia kym, oscar nñ, zainab

9:45 p.m. · little island · free

music by dj spinna

noon - 7 p.m. · fort greene park, brooklyn · free

“as the days continue to shine, we are looking forward to another weekend celebrating the summer! join soul summit music at laziza for one more party in the backyard. good music, good drinks, and dancing all afternoon into the night.”

4 - 10 p.m. · 306a malcolm x blvd, bed-stuy

“stop by our irving square market for a day of free ice cream by lady moo moo, a backpack & school supply giveaway and activities for kids & families. stay tuned to our page for more details coming soon, share with anyone you know with kids, and make sure not to miss one of our most beloved market events of the season.”

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. · bushwick farmers market, irving square park

“the collaboration brings together two cult followings: one of new england’s most beloved regional food traditions meets one of new york’s most exciting bars, which itself is known for its japanese sandos. the modern butcher’s iconic roast beef sandwich regularly sells out within an hour and draws lines around the block every weekend, making this a rare opportunity to experience the north shore favorite in nyc. guests can enjoy the signature sandwich alongside specialty cocktails and beverage pairings from katana kitten for a sunday funday you won’t want to miss.”

12:30 - 3 p.m. · katana kitten, 531 hudson st., the west village