All Weekend
► In Bold Colors: An Exhibit by Orlando Richards
Where: Kentler International Drawing Space, 353 Van Brunt St., Red Hook
When: Thursday to Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m.
Orlando Richards, a Brooklyn-based artist of Jamaican descent, is presenting his first solo exhibition in New York at Red Hook’s Kentler gallery. The show, “In Bold Colors,” features works on paper using media like oil, pastel, acrylic and charcoal. To read an interview with the artist, visit Kentler’s website here.
► "12 Angry Men: True Stories of Being a Black Man in America Today"
Where: The Kumble Theater, 1 University Plaza, Downtown Brooklyn
When: Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m.
Check out a theatrical performance based on the book, “12 Angry Men: True Stories of Being a Black Man in America Today.” The cast includes Wendell Pierce from “The Wire” and Roger Robinson of “How to Get Away with Murder.” A pre-show talk is scheduled an hour before each show, giving an opportunity to hear from the community. Tickets are $25, $15 for students, seniors, and groups of 10 or more.
Friday, Feb. 19
Where: Bitter & Esters, 700 Washington Ave., Prospect Heights
When: 5 to 8 p.m.
Watch a live demonstration of home-brewed beer using locally sourced hops and malt at this free workshop at Bitter & Esters, part of the 2016 NYC Beer Week.
► Black Artstory Film: re-work/re-frame
Where: Pratt Institute’s Film/Video Center, 550 Myrtle Ave., Clinton Hill
When: 7 to 9 p.m.
Short films and documentaries by Yisa Fermin, Lindsay Catherine Harris and Esteban del Valle will review and re-frame perceptions of black lives in America. A Q&A with the filmmakers will follow the screenings. This free event is part of Black Artstory, a series of free performances and talks along Myrtle Avenue during black history month. To RSVP, click here.
► Iyapo Repository: Design Thinking Workshop
Where: MoCADA, 80 Hanson Place, Fort Greene
When: 7 to 10 p.m.
Design heirlooms for the future with the Iyapo Repository, a resource library that collects artifacts made for and by people of African descent. In this workshop, adults will create pieces with conductive fabrics, LED lights and servo motors. Materials and cocktails by EssieSpice will be provided. Tickets are $20 for individual participants, and $10 for Friends of MoCADA.
Where: BRIC House, 647 Fulton St., Fort Greene
When: 7:30 p.m.
The nine-member band “Slavic Soul Party,” specializing in “Balkan funk,” will play a free neighborhood concert at the BRIC House Ballroom.
Where: Brooklyn Arts Exchange, 421 Fifth Ave., Park Slope
When: Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.
See performances and roundtable discussions by new dancers and performers (they must have no more than three years of experience in New York City) at this annual showcase of fresh talent.
Where: Robert, 104 Bond St., Boerum Hill
When: 10 p.m.
Don’t hold back your emotions this Friday night at Robert, a Boerum Hill cocktail bar, as DJ Andrew Haynes “spins a highly personal” selection of tunes, from classic rock to R&B and heavy metal.
Saturday, Feb. 20
► “Book of Life” with the Sunset Park Cinema Club for Kids
Where: Industry City, Factory Floor, 233 37th St., Sunset Park
When: Doors open at 10 a.m.; activities at 10:45 a.m.; screening at 11:45 a.m.
Industry City and Rooftop Films are teaming up for a kid-friendly morning of workshops and activities, followed by a screening of “Book of Life.” Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl will present dance performance for kids and a puppet show.
► Colonial Day at the Fort Putnam Redoubt
Where: Fort Greene Park, Fort Putnam Program Area (next to the Visitor’s Center), Fort Greene
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Celebrate George Washington’s birthday with a day of colonial activities that will include bread making, apple cobbler baking, colonial games, reenactments and photo opportunities Revolutionary War-era relics.
Where: Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Parkway, Prospect Heights
When: 2 p.m.
Hear from three artists of the Agitprop! exhibit, Martha Rosler, Nancy Buchanan and Andrea Bowers, at the Brooklyn Museum discuss the intersection of art and activism in their work. The event is free with museum admission.
► Free Knitting Class at Slip Stitch Needlecraft
Where: Slip Stitch Needlecraft, 437 Nostrand Ave., Bed-Stuy
When: 2 p.m.
Perfect your purl at this introductory knitting class, where students can learn basic stitches and patterns, as well as make their own scarves. The class is free and materials are available for purchase at the shop.
► Foraging Tour in Brooklyn Bridge Park
Where: 334 Furman St., Brooklyn Heights
When: 3 to 4 p.m.
Want to know how to survive in the wild? Check out Brooklyn Bridge Park’s educational tour on foraging for natural food in the waterfront green space. Tickets must be purchased and are priced at $10 for non-members.
Where: Brooklyn Music School, 126 St. Felix Street, Fort Greene
When: 8 to 10 p.m.
Spirits and specters come to life in this adaptation of Freddie Kissoon’s 1966 one-act comedy about Caribbean folk magic and sorcery. Admission to the family-friendly play is $30.
► Mara Rosenbloom Guest Quartet
Where: Ibeam Brooklyn, 168 Seventh St., Gowanus
When: 8 p.m.
There’s a $15 suggested donation for this performance of the Mara Rosenbloom Guest Quartet featuring Rosenbloom on piano, Guillermo Gregorio on clarinet, Masa Kamaguchi on bass and Billy Mintz on drums.
► Moonage Daydream: A Songwriters’ Tribute to David Bowie
Where: Jalopy Theater, 315 Columbia St., Columbia Street Waterfront District
When: 9 p.m.
Eighteen songwriters will perform their interpretations of iconic songs from music legend David Bowie, who died on Jan. 10. Proceeds from the evening will benefit WhyHunger. Tickets are priced at $10.
Where: BAMCafe at the Peter Jay Sharp Building, 30 Lafayette Avenue, Fort Greene
When: 9 p.m.
Comedians, lyricists and authors share their tales of wild and weird encounters in the city. Hear from storytellers Toshi Reagon, Brian Tate and Carl Hancock Rux, with music by DJ Spencer Blake and other guest artists. This event is free and open to the public.
Sunday, Feb. 21
► Diamond Street Fire Relief Happy Hour
Where: Lucky Luna, 167 Nassau Ave., Greenpoint
When: 2 to 5 p.m.
Proceeds from this happy hour go to the victims of the Diamond Street fire who lost their homes last week. They’re also collecting clothing, non-perishable food, toiletries, and monetary donations.
These listings were compiled by DNAinfo's Brooklyn reporters Camille Bautista, Rachel Holliday Smith, Leslie Albrecht, Nikhita Venugopal, Alexandra Leon and Gwynne Hogan.
