February in Brooklyn offers occasion to celebrate everything from Valentine's Day to Black History Month.
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- Sunday, February 1
Super Bowl Sunday
Get your football and food fix at one of these great parties in Brooklyn, and cheer on your favorite team with a cheap drink in hand.
6pm, multiple locations
- Monday, February 2
Monday Morning Coffee Talk with the Flatbush Gardener
Brooklyn blogger Flatbush Gardener talks about his blogging experiences since he started his site in 2006.
8:30am at the Historic Districts Council, 232 East 11th Street
- Tuesday, February 3
Diorama Lodge at Freddy's
This monthly competition in Prospect Heights will challenge your diorama making skills: Teams are given a topic and then get 2 hours to create their own masterpieces. Does beer spark creativity? Head to Freddy's to find out.
8pm at Freddy's, 485 Dean Street
(718) 622-7035
- Wednesday, February 4
Late Breakfast Wednesday at Hope Lounge
Live DJs, cult films, and free popcorn all night long make for a fun Wednesday night (and Thursday morning) out on the town.
10pm to 4am at Hope Lounge, 10 Hope Street
- Thursday, February 5
"Johannesburg to New York" Artists' Talk
Listen as the artists behind the collaboration "Johannesburg to New York" discuss their work, a mixed media portrayal of contemporary South African societies.
8:30am to 6pm at MoCADA, 80 Hanson Place
(718) 230-0492
- Friday, February 6
Skating Under the Stars
Hit the rink after dark for a star-filled Friday night. There will be plenty of hot cocoa and Brooklyn beer to keep you warm (plus all sorts of board games for the nonskaters in your group). Tickets start at $40.
9:30pm to midnight at the Wollman Ice Skating Rink, Prospect Park
(718) 287-6215
- Saturday, February 7
First Saturday at the Brooklyn Museum
Head to the Brooklyn Museum for a free night of culture, dance, music, movies, and more. This Saturday's event is titled "Get on the Black List."
5pm to 11pm at the Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Parkway
- Sunday, February 8
Brooklyn's Best Winter Family Fest
It's a day of fun for kids of all ages at this winter family fest, where you'll find activities like arts & crafts, kid-friendly movies, and a fun show featuring an amazing one-woman circus. $20 admission covers one adult and one child.
11am to 4pm at BAX, 421 5th Avenue
(718) 832-0018
- Monday, February 9
Happy Monday Hour at Lucky Cat Lounge
Make your Monday a little more bearable with drink specials at this Williamsburg bar.
8pm at The Lucky Cat, 245 Grand Street
(718) 782-0437
- Tuesday, February 10
Family Time with Jason Trachtenburg
Wacky (but strangely endearing) Jason Trachtenburg performs in Park Slope. $8.
8pm at Union Hall, 702 Union Street
(718) 638-4400
- Wednesday, February 11
Cooking Class: Spice Up Your Valentine's
Learn how to transform your Valentine's dinner into a delicious, spice-filled feast at this cooking class taught by Linda Monastra. $45.
6:30pm to 8:30pm at the Brooklyn Kitchen, 616 Lorimer Street
(718) 389-2982
- Thursday, February 12
State of the Borough Address
Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz will deliver a speech about Brooklyn's future.
7pm at Kingsborough Community College, 2001 Oriental Boulevard (Manhattan Beach)
- Friday, February 13
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah at BAM
As part of the 2009 "Sounds Like Brooklyn" festival, popular indie rock band Clap Your Hands Say Yeah performs at BAM. Tickets start at $20.
8pm at BAM, 30 Lafayette Avenue
(718) 636-4100
- Saturday, February 14
Happy Valentine's Day!
Whether you're single or swooning over someone special, this Valentine's Day in Brooklyn is sure to be sweet.
- Sunday, February 15
Love Hangover Showcase
Heartbroken? Snap out of your Valentine's blues at this annual gathering, which this year will feature a bevy of musicians from the likes of Guided by Voices, Clem Snide, Belle & Sebastian, Yo La Tengo, and Cat Power. Tickets are $10.
7:30pm at the Bell House, 149 Seventh Street
(718) 643-6510
- Monday, February 16
Brooklyn Songwriters' Exchange
Settle in for a cozy night of song sharing at this open venue for talented songwriters.
8pm at Union Hall, 702 Union Street
(718) 638-4400
- Tuesday, February 17
Family Movie Night
Bring the entire family to this free movie screening at the Clarendon Public Library. Call ahead to find out what's showing.
5:30pm at Clarendon Library, 410 Ditmas Avenue
(718) 435-9431
- Wednesday, February 18
Brooklyn Independents: 50 Years of Black Literary History
Join this discussion with prize-winning authors ranging from Amiri Baraka to Ed Bullins and Elizabeth Nunez.
4pm at Central Library, Dweck Center, Grand Army Plaza
(718) 230-2100
- Friday, February 20
Winter Festival: Coming in from the Cold
Chilly days call for indoor activities, and at Lefferts Historic House in Prospect Park, there's plenty of [warm!] kid-friendly fun to be had.
12pm to 4pm at Lefferts Historic House, Prospect Park
(718) 789-2822
- Saturday, February 21
Destination Brooklyn: Black Brooklyn Culture Tours
Celebrate Black History Month with a five-hour jazz, history, and shopping tour of five different neighborhoods. The bus trip ends with a special jazz performance at Solomon's Porch in Bed-Stuy. Tickets are $25.
1pm to 6pm
(718) 638-4288
- Sunday, February 22
Academy Awards Party at Monkey Town
Head to Monkey Town for a night of celebrity-fueled fun. Watch the Academy Awards on big screens while you snack on movie-friendly food.
7pm at Monkey Town, 58 North 3rd Street
(718) 384-1369
- Friday, February 27
32nd Annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament
New York Times Crossword Editor Will Shortz hosts this weekend-long event for wordsmiths and crossword fiends.
Friday through Sunday at the Brooklyn Marriott, 333 Adams Street
(718) 797-0264
- Saturday, February 28
BAMkids Film Festival
Attention all young movie fiends: The BAMkids Film Festival is officially back in town. This two-day event will showcase some of the world's best children's movies, along with concerts, special kids' activities, and more. Click here to buy tickets.
BAM, 30 Lafayette Avenue
(718) 636-4100
