Kids & Family

Five Things to Do This Week

Our picks for great events in the neighborhood.

Monday

Do you have a story to tell? Come to for . The Moth StorySLAM is an open mic and will feature 10 stories by Brooklyn's general public. To participate on stage, practice a story, keep it to five-minutes, come on out, put your name in the hat and hope to be chosen to fill one of the 10 slots.

Tuesday

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Reggae legend Performing Arts Festival in a free performance at the Prospect Park Bandshell. Throughout the past 50 years, Cliff has helped shape modern music with his influential and socially conscious work and this year marks the 40th anniversary of his landmark hits, “You Can Get It If You Really Want” and “The Harder They Come,” which helped to make reggae mainstream throughout the world.

Wednesday

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Want to discuss how the Barclays Center will impact the community? Make sure to come to with Councilmember Levin to discuss the .

Thursday

Help kick off the block party celebration. The theme of this year's Summer Reading program is “Dream Big” and aims to keep the minds of kids and teens active while school is not in session by offering them book lists and activities throughout the summer. Live entertainment and activities for children and adults will occur throughout the day.

Friday

Stop by for the .


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