1. Get in touch with your inner performer at The Rock Shop tonight where a live band will back your karaoke endeavors and let you live out that dream of becoming a rockstar. Event runs from 8 to 11:30 p.m., 249 4th Ave., $5.
2. The Way Station Proprietor Andy Heidel kicks off the local filmakers Saturday screenings with his own film, "Treasure Hunt", produced by Roger Corman. Screened with commentary to highlight how the film was made for under $50,000, Heidel will introduce and hold a Q&A after the film. Event runs from 3 to 5 p.m., 683 Washington Ave., Free.
3. Happy Birthday, Grand Central Station! The old girl turns 100 today, so pop into the station to catch myriad guest speakers and performances in the Main Concourse, taking place from 9:30 a.m. through 9:30 p.m. with a rush-hour break from 4-6:30 p.m. The West Point Brass and Percussion Band will perform at 9:30 a.m. and addresses from Cynthia Nixon of Sex and the City fame, ex–poet laureate Billy Collins and former Mets first baseman Keith Hernandez from 10 to 11:15 a.m.
4. Don't forget, this Sunday is the holiest of days, Superbowl XLVII! Whether you plan on staying in the comfort of your own home or will head to a local watering hole, tune in to CBS to see the 49ers and Ravens face off.
5. Yep, you guessed it: alternate side parking rules are in effect today. The next suspension is Sun., Feb. 10 for the Asian Lunar New Year.
