Looking to get out into the community this weekend?
From a memorial Jazz concert to a folk art festival in Brooklyn, there's plenty to do when it comes to community and cultural events coming up in New York City this weekend. Read on for a rundown.
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11th Annual Stan Michels Memorial Jazz Concert
From the event description:
Join the Fort Tryon Park Trust, NYC Parks and the Michels family in honoring the late Council Member Stan Michels at the 11th annual Memorial Jazz Concert. Enjoy live jazz by local impresario Marjorie Eliot and her ensemble underneath the majestic elms on the promenade, alongside the beautiful Heather Garden and overlooking the Hudson River.
When: Saturday, July 27, 12:30-4 p.m.
Where: Fort Tryon Park, Stan Michels Promenade
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
DeLoMio Battle of The Caribbeans
From the event description:
Doing it bigger than all our other events! The Battle of The Caribbeans is our way to unify all our cultures and music into one. Music range will be enormous. Our DJs will be playing music from dancehall, to soca, to reggae, to Spanish music and everything in between. We're going to wild out with this one.
When: Saturday, July 27, 6 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: The Bronx Brewery, 856 E. 136th St.
Price: $20
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets
Brooklyn Roots Festival
From the event description:
Prospect Park Alliance and the Brooklyn Arts Council (BAC) present the Brooklyn Roots Festival. This folk arts festival celebrates Brooklyn’s traditional artists and immigrant communities through a daylong schedule of performances, workshops, interactive family activities and more. Come on out for a day in the park to learn, play and express yourself in Brooklyn’s Backyard!
When: Sunday, July 28, noon-7 p.m.
Where: Lefferts Historic House, 452 Flatbush Ave.
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Parking in NYC can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of NYC parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, see MTA's website for nearby subway stations and schedules.
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