Highlights for families this week: a sheep herding demonstration, public seining, Dumbo family games, community paint days and more outdoor fun.
Book of HOV Jay-Z’s life | Central Library Grand Army Plaza | Daily
The Book of HOV is a 40,000-square-foot exhibit at the Brooklyn Public Library Central about Jay-Z’s professional life with the front of the building wrapped with his lyrics, a Jazz Grant-crafted mural in the building’s atrium and six “zones” dedicated to the music icon’s career and legacy. It presents thousands of archived objects, including original recording masters, never-before-seen photos, iconic stage wear, prestigious awards and recognitions, as well as videos and artifacts from every facet on JAY-Z’s life. The exhibition follows library hours of operation MON–THURS 9AM–8PM, FRI–SAT 9AM–6PM and SUN 1PM–5PM. Find out more here.
Community Paint Day | Sunset Park | Tuesday 7/25
Here is your opportunity to join for community paint days and be part of the Groundswell mural-making process. Weather permitting. IS 136 Charle O Dewey in Sunset Park on Tuesday from 11 am to 2 pm.
Jaws Outdoor Movie | Seaport | Tuesday 7/25
An enormous great white shark terrorizes a summer resort town, where a police chief, a grizzled fisherman and an intrepid marine biologist realize they’re “gonna need a bigger boat” to battle the bloodthirsty beast. An Oscar winner for sound, editing and John Williams’ score. PG13–Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13. Find out more here. Tuesday, July 25th, 7:30-9:30pm, The Rooftop at Pier 17, 89 South Street
Music in the Groove | Fort Greene Park | Wednesday 7/26
Have fun at our summer concert series for all ages! Music In The Grove is an upbeat musical concert that brings parents and children of all ages together with live and in-person music! Bring a blanket and enjoy the music. Performances are free and open to children of all ages and caretakers. Wednesday from 10 am to 11 am.
Top Gun: Maverick outdoor movie | Prospect Park | Wednesday 7/26
After thirty years, Maverick is still pushing the envelope as a top naval aviator, but must confront ghosts of his past when he leads TOP GUN’s elite graduates on a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those chosen to fly it. PG13-Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13. Find out more here. Wednesday, July 26, 6:30-8:30pm, Long Meadow 95 Prospect Park West.
70’s soul revue live music and dancing | Commodore Barry Park | Wednesday 7/26
Bring family, friends, a blanket and your dancing shoes to this family-friendly event at Commodore Barry Park on Wednesday from 5 to 8 pm.
Sheep herding demonstration | Governors Island | Thursday 7/27
Sheep herding demonstration on Governors Island. Head to Hammock Grove to watch their shepherd, along with Kirk – their intrepid herding dog – in action and learn about all that it takes to manage a flock of sheep and control invasive plant species through regenerative land principles. Thursday 4 to 5 pm. RSVP here.
Storytime in the Park | Fort Greene Park | Thursday 7/27
Sing, read, and play with librarians from Brooklyn Public Library this Summer! Have fun hearing great picture books read aloud and playing with other children every Thursday at Fort Greene Park, from June – August from 4 to 4.45 pm.
Community Paint Day | Bushwick | Thursday 7/27
Here is your opportunity to join for community paint days and be part of the Groundswell mural-making process. Weather permitting. Food Bazar at 454 Wyckoff Avenue on Thursday from 11 am to 2 pm.
Friday Night Dance Party | Downtown Brooklyn | Friday 7/28
Join Brooklyn’s own DJ Spinna as he pays homage to 90s hip hop with the legendary Grand Puba. The Plaza at 300 Ashlant on Friday, July 28 from 6 to 8 pm.
Brooklyn Bridge Walking Tour | Pier 1 | Saturday 7/29
Join the expert Urban Park Rangers to learn all about the Brooklyn Bridge, the first fixed East River crossing. This walking tour will go across the bridge and back and discuss the history, design, and inspiration of this wonder of the world. Sat 07.29 @ 11 am-12:30 pm at Pier 1.
Graphic Fest Books are Magic | Montague Street | Saturday 7/29
Books are magic is hosting their second annual Graphic Fest this Saturday from 12 to 3 pm. Graphic novel event with authors and books. Free.
DUMBO Family Games | Washington Street DUMBO | Sunday 7/30
Enjoy our epic Lego table, plus building blocks, arts & crafts, Corn hole, Connect Four, arts & crafts, balloon twisting by Leaf Medical & Dental and more on car-free Washington Street on Sundays from 11 am to 1 pm (weather permitting). Curated by the DUMBO BID x Brooklyn Bridge Parents and supported by Leaf Medical & Leaf Dental in DUMBO. No need to RSVP, just show up.
Public Seining | Pier 4 | Sunday 7/30
Discover the amazing biodiversity of the East River as our staff and marine biologists use a seine net to catch incredible organisms that live below that water’s surface. Be ready for exciting discoveries! Walk ups only, no RSVP. Sunday, July 30: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Basketball clinics | Pier 2 | Tuesdays
Recommended for ages 7-17, join Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy for 2 hour basketball clinics led by KING Hoops. Learn basketball basics as head coaches lead participants through drills and games. Clinics run on Tuesdays from May 30 through July 25 at Pier 2. Clinics for ages 7 to 12 will be from 4 to 5 pm, while clinics for ages 13 to 17 will be from 5 to 6 pm. Advanced registration and waivers are required, although walk-up registrations can be accommodated as space allows. Registration will open at this link every Tuesday at 10 am for class the following week.
Kayaking | Pier 4 | Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays
Free family-friendly kayaking is offered throughout the summer on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, and Saturday and Sunday afternoons through September in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Find out more here.
Open Streets | Montague Street | Saturdays
Tip toe through Montague Street Blooms, a 6-foot flower pop up park, and enjoy the magical public space, practice and learn to score goals, dribble, and zigzag from the pros at Super Soccer Stars, use your imagination to play with New York Society of Play. After you’ve worked up an appetite, visit Mad for Chicken, 80 Montague Street, where kids eat free from 12-5pm.
Storytime | Barnes and Noble in Cobble Hill | Saturdays
Weekly story time on Saturdays at 11 am for kids ages 2 to 8 is back at the new Barnes & Noble location on Atlantic Avenue in Cobble Hill.
Waterfront Walks | Brooklyn Bridge Park | Sundays
Free waterfront walks through Brooklyn Bridge Park to learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront and the park’s design. All tours meet at Pier 1 entrance, weather permitting every Sunday at 10.30 am through October.
