TLD 19 ✨ Build a bonsai 🌳 Brainy bar lectures 🧠 Farm-to-brewery feast 🥕
Hey friends,
Big event lineup ahead! Feeling brave? Share your most embarrassing teenage memories at Mortified, where adults read their childhood journals on stage. If you'd rather leave the past behind, head to Forest Hills for Khruangbin’s psychedelic funk A La Sala tour, or build your own bonsai tree at Farm.One. Looking for something educational? Learn how bias sneaks into our brains at Lectures on Tap, or catch a raunchy late-night variety show at Stamptown. Whatever your vibe, there's something for everyone xx
September 11 at 8:00 pm | Littlefield (635 Sackett Street) | $12
“Mortified is a comic excavation of teen angst artifacts (journals, letters, poems, lyrics, home movies, stories, and more) as shared by their original authors before total strangers. Witness adults sharing their most embarrassing childhood artifacts with others, to reveal stories about their lives. Hear grown men and women confront their past with tales of their first kiss, first puff, worst prom, fights with mom, life at bible camp, worst hand job, best mall job, and reasons they deserved to marry Jon Bon Jovi. Hailed a ‘cultural phenomenon’ by Newsweek and celebrated by This American Life, The Today Show, Entertainment Weekly, and beyond, Mortified celebrates the strange and extraordinary things we created as kids.”
September 12 and 19 at 7:00 pm | Farm to People (1100 Flushing Ave)
“It’s (technically still) summer in New York City and we’re cooking outdoors Wednesday-Sunday. Every Thursday enjoy our gorgeous outdoor patio with live music and bottle specials. Each night, we’ll spotlight a natural wine with a special $40 bottle offer. Our food menu features delicious items off the charcoal spit & grill, all served with roasted potatoes, slaw, tzatziki, broccolini, pickled red onions, and pita.”
September 14-15 from 12:00-6:00 pm | Brooklyn Brewery (79 N 11th St.) | Free
“We are thrilled to announce the return of FAD Market to the Brooklyn Brewery this fall, continuing our partnership to bring the best in local craftsmanship to Williamsburg. Join us for a curated pop-up market featuring over 30 makers, artists, and creative small businesses. Save the date(s) for a day of shopping, sipping, and supporting local artisans this fall!”
🇲🇽 Mexican Independence Day at Whoopsie Daisy
September 16 from 5:00 pm onward | Whoopsie Daisy (225 Rogers Ave)
“Special Mexican spirits and wines, flash tattoos and food by @my.friend.fernando? say less ✌️ if only creative and whoopsie daisy have teamed up to celebrate Mexican Independence Day this year bringing @my.friend.fernando and @soyyo.vivix from the SF Bay Area to NYC to throw a party for the books.... If only creative is a Chicana-owned creative agency based in the Bay Area, California focused on capturing, designing, and strategizing for POC-owned impact-driven food & beverage brands…My Friend Fernando is a tortas y mas pop-up, dinner series, and private event catering service by Chef Jacob Croom.”
🧠 Lectures on Tap: Bias in the Brain
September 17 from 6:30-8:00 pm | Greenwich Village | $39
“Professors, experts, and storytellers giving thought-provoking lectures in NYC bars…Join us for an enlightening lecture where Columbia University Professor of Psychology Dr. Jon Freeman delves into the neuroscience behind social biases. In just the blink of an eye, we form judgments about others—often influenced by gender and racial stereotypes, as well as by subtle facial features that lie beyond our conscious awareness. These biases can shape our impressions and have significant real-world consequences, even among well-intentioned individuals. We will explore the neurobiological mechanisms that drive these social biases and discuss how understanding the neuroscience of bias can help us work toward eliminating its harmful effects on society.”
👨🍳 SECOND GENERATION: Jeremy Salamon in conversation with Caroline Schiff
September 18 at 6:00 pm | Archestratus Books (164 Huron St) | $33 (includes cookbook)
“Join us for a very special evening as we celebrate SECOND GENERATION: Hungarian and Jewish Classics Reimagined for the Modern Table. Jeremy will be joined in conversation with accomplished cookbook author and future restauranteur Caroline Schiff. Expect a chat with Jeremy + Caroline, Q + A with all of you, sweet treats and Hungarian wine from Agi's Counter, and a book signing.”
September 19 at 7:00 pm | Symphony Space (2537 Broadway) | $17+
“Part game show, part learning experience, all laughs! This interactive science/comedy fusion pairs a panel of comedians with a leading science expert to dive into exciting research, play games, answer audience questions, and discover something new. This installment of Wrong Answers Only features guest comedians Wyatt Cenac, Michael Cruz Kayne and Ziwe, and computer science expert Rebecca Wright. Hosted by Chris Duffy.”
🍺 The Smuggler [Play]
September 20, 21, 27, 28 at 6:00 pm | Bloom's Tavern (208 East 58th Street) | $50
“It’s 2024. Tim Finnegan is an Irish immigrant trying to make it as a writer on Amity, an affluent summer colony in Massachusetts, where tensions flare between the migrant and local communities after a fatal car crash. When he loses his job as a bartender, Tim gets drawn into the dark underbelly of the island. The Smuggler examines how far one man will go to restore his self-respect and asks the question, ‘What does it mean to be an American citizen?’…The ticket price includes a specially crafted cocktail”
September 23-24 at 8:00 pm | The Bell House (149 7th Street) | $25
“A raunchy, chaotic, and full-on fringe experience, Stamptown is a late-night variety show featuring the best alternative performances from around the world. Hosted by the bad boy of clown, Zach Zucker, this show has sold out runs and packed out rooms at Netflix Is A Joke, Just For Laughs, Glastonbury, Edinburgh Fringe, Soho Theatre, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and off-Broadway in New York City.”
September 21 at 7:00 pm | Forest Hills Stadium (1 Tennis Place) | $81+
“Khruangbin is a three-piece band from Texas, formed of Laura Lee on bass, Mark Speer on guitar, and Donald Johnson on drums. Taking influence from 1960's Thai funk - their name translates to "Engine Fly" in Thai - Khruangbin is steeped in the bass-heavy, psychedelic sound of their inspiration, Tarantino soundtracks and surf-rock cool.”
📖 Celebrate ‘Stacey Speaks Up’ with Stacey Abrams
September 24 at 6:30 pm | Brooklyn Academy of Music (30 Lafayette Ave) | $35
“Stacey Abrams, the nationally admired Georgia politician, comes to BAM for an in-person chat about the third and newest title in Stacey’s Stories, her #1 New York Times bestselling and NAACP Image Award-winning picture-book series, illustrated by Kitt Thomas. In Stacey Speaks Up, Stacey and her friends can’t wait for Friday, also known as TacoPizza FryDay! But when Stacey discovers that some of her classmates can't afford to eat lunch, she knows she has to do something—but what? Inspired by Abrams’s legacy of grassroots activism, this story shows how everyone has the power to make a difference.”
👑 Viarae Presents An Evening With Issa Rae
September 24 from 7:00-9:00 pm | Brooklyn Paramount (385 Flatbush Ave) | $75+
“Join Viarae and Brooklyn Paramount for a moderated conversation with the Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominated New York Times best-selling author, actress, and producer. Issa Rae is an American actress, writer, director, producer, and web series creator. She first garnered attention for her work on the YouTube web series Awkward Black Girl… Issa's first book, a collection of essays, is a New York Times Best Seller, and her latest project, Insecure, a half-hour comedy show for HBO, premiered in the fall to rave reviews and earned her a Golden Globe nomination.”
September 24 at 6:30 pm | Farm.One (625 Bergen Street) | $90
“Come make your own bonsai tree! Bonsai Bar is hosting one of their amazing beginner workshops in the Brew Lab. You'll get your own tree, pot, and tons of hands-on teaching from one of Bonsai Bar's incredible instructors.”
👩🍳 Carolina Gelen: Pass the Plate w/ Dan Pelosi
September 25 at 7:00 pm | First Unitarian Church (119 Pierrepont St.)| $43 (incl. book)
“Millions of online followers have flocked to Carolina Gelen's comforting cooking and easy, breezy style that emphasizes big flavor with a light lift. In her debut cookbook, she shares soulful recipes rooted in the resourcefulness of her Romanian upbringing that use affordable, pantry-friendly ingredients. With 100 simple recipes—almost all brand-new but including some fan favorites—for creative but familiar takes on satisfying comfort foods, Pass the Plate has you covered for any occasion, from easy weeknight meals to spirited gatherings. No matter the mood or skill level, you’ll enjoy irresistible recipes.”
🤘 School of Rock [Outdoor Movie]
September 30 at 7:30 pm | The Rooftop at Pier 17 (89 South Street)
“We’ve got the perfect spot ready, so head up to The Rooftop at Pier 17 for great movies. What’s a movie night without food? Enjoy snacks and drinks during the movie, available for purchase at the concession stands. RSVP to let us know you are coming. RSVP does not guarantee entry. Entry is first come, first served based on capacity. Doors open at 5:00 pm. Chairs are only available for ADA-qualified attendees so please bring your own blankets and chairs to lay out on the turf.”
📺 Connie Chung in conversation with Andy Cohen
September 30 at 7:00 pm | Symphony Space (2537 Broadway) | $20+
“Trailblazing journalist Connie Chung tells all in her witty and insightful debut memoir. From iconic interviews to behind-the-scenes showdowns, Connie tracks a groundbreaking career of tenacious reporting, following Chung from local TV to the world stage as the first Asian woman to break into an overwhelmingly white, male-dominated industry.”
💘 Bored of Dating Apps Singles Event
October 3 from 6:00-9:00 pm | Blinky’s (609 Grand St) | $25
“It's official. BODA's rom-com socials have finally landed in the States. In the UK, it’s been two and a half glorious years of celebrating love in all its many forms. There's been much friendship, laughs, snogs, countless numbers swapped, keys exchanged, friends' holidays planned, engagements, babies, and incredible connections formed. We've been making dating slower, more intentional, more meaningful, and more healthy; giving the kiss of life back into dating - making sure your love life is as fruitful, fun, and beautiful as it can be.”
👀 Love Isn’t Blind | A Comedy/Dating Show Where the Men Can’t Speak
October 4 at 8:00 pm | Littlefield (635 Sackett Street) | $19
“Let’s judge a book by its cover. Tired of swiping? In this dating experiment, men compete on stage for one lucky bachelorette, with the little caveat that the men can’t speak. Through a series of games – which includes calling the boys’ moms and unlocking their phones – we narrow it down to two men. Finally, we hear their voices, and the lucky winning man is sent with our bachelorette to the bar for an immediate date. Audience members wear wristbands according to their relationship status, and a wingcouple (who wear actual wings) helps those of you who are too shy to make a move.”
October 6 from 5:00-9:00 pm | TALEA Williamsburg (87 Richardson Street) | $85-150
“We are bringing our mini farm to Brooklyn for a farm-to-brewery feast! Join us for an evening of incredible craft brews & veg from the farm, complete with a brewery tour, welcome beer, storytelling & fall harvest multi-course feast! with beer charms for everyone from Warm Clay Co. & a myriad of desserts from baker & writer Gaby!”
Who’s down?!
Anna
Good one!!!