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Min Jin Lee Jennifer Egan, Kevin Young) this event could only happen in New York. The fun begins with a dance party at Pioneer Works Sept 10, 7-11pm. Children’s Day is Sept 15 at MetroTech Commons. Sept 16 sees their flagship event around Borough Hall where over 250 large and small publishers present their wares. For schedules and full list of writers, visit brooklynbookfestival.org.
SEPT. 8 440 Gallery showcases “And Now I See” by Brooklyn-artist Leigh Blanchard. These experiments in digital photography use an AI app to cull images from archives, then amplify with hand drawings. Through Oct 7. Opening: Sept 8, 5-7pm. 440 6th Ave. (718) 4993844 SEPT 9 - OCT 23 For creative writers, “Cast Off!” at Jalopy Theater offers unique workshops to jump start work for amateurs and professionals. Lead by AWA Affiliate, Leslie Fierro, workshops are based on a sliding scale, $50 for one workshop to $200 for six classes. 315 Columbia St. Sundays (with some exceptions), 11am-1pm. (718) 395-3214 SEPT 10-17 New York’s largest book fair takes place in (you guessed it) Brooklyn, but with dozens of “bookend” events in every borough. With over 300 authors (Martin Amis,
SEPT 8-23 Red Hook Labs launches “Soft Criminal,” an international collection on the African diaspora. United by a mythic narrative, the exhibit includes photographer Kristin-Lee Moolman (South African), designer Ibrahim Kamara (SierraLeonean) and designer Gareth Wrighton (British).” Through Sept 23. Opening: Sept 8, 7-10pm. 133 Imlay St. (718) 797-1103 SEPT 13-23 Around Brooklyn Bridge Park, Photoville exhibits more than 600 artists in 90 outdoor exhibitions. There are also tutorials for all ages,
panels, artistic lectures. Highlights include “Attacks on Press Freedom in Mexico”; “Future Imagemakers Speak Out”; and conversations between Taslima Akhter, Robin Benson, Miranda Barnes, and Stella Johnson. In its 7th year, the public (including dogs) are welcome. Opening gala: Sept 12, 6-9pm, tickets start at $80. (718) 801-8099
Sept 26 Seven comedians come together at Littlefield to celebrate the glorious ridiculousness that is the Real Housewives of New York (RHONY). “The Boat Ride from Hell: a RHONY Live-Read” reenacts a trip taken by a group of rich, vainglorious women to Cartagena. Their boat in paradise had severe engine trouble, and the women freak out in hilarious fashion. Comedians Ziwe Fudmudoh and Liza Treyger lead the debauchery. 635 Sackett St. 8pm. (877) 435-9849 *If unspecified, all quotes from respective press releases and company websites.
SEPT 16-21 St. Paul Community Baptist Church hosts several productions of “Eradicating Slavery’s Legacy” reckoning with the Middle Passage. In its 24th year, the event annually attracts more than 3,000 people. Sept 16, 6pm; Sept 17, 7pm; Sept 20, 7pm; Sept 21, 7pm. 859 Hendrix Street. (718) 257-1300
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turing unique travel experiences, home decor, high-end beauty, fashion and fine art.” 260 Conover Street. 6-9pm. (718) 858-6782
Sept 24 “Taste of Red Hook” is a fundraiser for the Red Hook Initiative, which manages research and resources to empower students. More than 50 restaurants will be present. “Take in miraculous views of the New York City waterfront and bid in a 70+ item silent auction fea-
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4TH ANNUAL BROOKLYN AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL
September 20–23, 2018 in DUMBO, Red Hook, & Brooklyn Bridge Park Sixty FREE concerts spanning the range of Americana music including Folk, Country Blues, Old Time, Bluegrass and Jazz. The Red Hook Star-Revue is the media sponsor for this event! Read all about it on page 18!
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Literary Death Match at roo lyn oo s Fes� al ordan lepper hris�ne Nan g le, J en n b ak er, H osted b y Adrian Todd Z un ig a
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B e C ute B rook ly n Sept 25
We B ee Spellin g , H osted b y Alex G reer an d Ah ri F in dlin g Sept 26
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