It’s time for our weekly events round-up!
This week enjoy Afro/Caribbean style beats at Hart Bar, attend the Ridgewood Hoot at the Windjammer, learn how to mount a plant with Little Shop of Soil, grab a drink and swap a jigsaw puzzle, dance it out with fellow Aquarians, show off your Wii sports skills at BrookLAN, catch a show at Nowadays and party at the Bushwood Bar Babes 2022 calendar launch party at Our Wicked Lady.
Thursday, February 3
Basement Bashment
What is it?
Prepare to shake to Afrobeats, soca, dancehall and all other Afro/Carribean style music with GVIJIN, DJ ILA, GRABBA RANKS and Zano Nkosi.
Where is it?
Hart Bar, 538 Hart St.
When is it?
10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
How much is it?
Early bird tickets cost $5 and general admission on the day of the event is $10.
Friday, February 4
Ridgewood Hoot
What is it?
The Ridgewood Hoot returns hosted by Footlight Presents with Feral Foster, Carrie Furniss, CHILLEMI, The Diabolos of Bolero and Frankie Sunwept.
Where is it?
The Windjammer Bar, 552 Grandview Ave.
When is it?
Open mic from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. and showcases from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.
How much is it?
$10 suggested donation.
Plant Mounting Demo
What is it?
Join Little Shop of Soil for a plant mounting demonstration that includes topics of materials needed, which plants can be mounted, how to care for a mount and the live demonstration.
Where is it?
Little Shop of Soil, 279 Starr St.
When is it?
6 p.m.
How much is it?
Free
Saturday, February 5
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap and Drink
What is it?
Rescheduled from Saturday, January 29 due to snow, join Brooklyn Jigsaw Puzzle Meetup for a casual hangout mixed with puzzle swapping and drinks.
Where is it?
Hart Bar, 538 Hart St.
When is it?
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
How much is it?
Free.
Aquarius Showdown
What is it?
Dance and vibe for Aquarius season with DJ Forbes, Pwetty Gleesh and DJ Mu. Food will be provided by Thank You Later. Hookah will also be available. Masks to be worn upon arrival.
Where is it?
Absurd Conclave, 360 Jefferson St.
When is it?
8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
How much is it?
Tickets begin at $20 prior to the event, $30 general admission at the start of the event and $40 later into the night.
Wii Sports Olympics
What is it?
Show off your Wii sports skills and compete for prizes of BrookLAN Gift Cards, redeemable for food/beverage/gaming and/or gaming gear/gift cards. This is a recurring event.
Where is it?
BrookLAN, 339 Troutman Ave.
When is it?
7 p.m.
How much is it?
Price of entry is either two drink minimum, food entree and soft drink, unlimited gaming day pass/hours package priced at $20. Register for free to reserve your spot.
Sunday, February 6
Honcho & Mutualism
What is it?
The trio, Honcho, returns with an up-and-coming Buffalo-based selector named Mutualism.
Where is it?
Nowadays, 56-06 Cooper Ave.
When is it?
3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
How much is it?
Wednesday, February 9
Bushwood Bar Babes 2022 Launch Party
What is it?
Come party with the Bar Babes of Bushwick & Ridgewood of 2022! Sponsored by the Tanteo Tequila brand, and promising appearances from special guest DJs and showcasing “exclusive behind the scenes footage.” Calendars will be available for purchase at the events, with proceeds going to the bartenders photographed and who come from: 101 Wilson Bar, The Bonus Room, The Broadway, The Deep End, Echo Bravo, Our Wicked Lady, Father Knows Best, Footlight Presents, Windjammer, Flying Fox Tavern, Heaven or Las Vegas, Jade, Old Timers, Party On and Pine Box Rock Shop.
Where is it?
Our Wicked Lady, 153 Morgan Ave.
When is it?
8 p.m.
How much is it?
Featured image taken by Kylie Becker on Metropolitan Ave. between cross streets Humboldt St. and Graham Ave.
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