WBLS family, get ready for an exciting weekend packed with unmissable events! Discover the best local happenings and make plans to be part of the fun. Check out what’s going on around town—you won’t want to miss it!
Yoga for Black Women : Soft Landing
Date: Friday, November 8th
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: 61B 9th Street #Loft B13, Brooklyn, NY 11215 (Madhura Studios)
Price: $20-$30
In the midst of election season’s demands, this workshop creates a space for Black women and femmes to breathe, connect, and find calm. Through journaling, somatic exercises, and grounding yoga, participants can release stress and rediscover their sense of community and belonging. With mats and props provided, all levels are welcome to come as they are, share in moments of rest, and restore mind and body together.
Th3 Adopt3d On3 (The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater)
Date: Friday, November 8th
Time: 7:00 PM-9:30 PM
Location: 10 West 64th Street, New York, NY 10023 (The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater)
Price: $50
Th3 Adopt3d On3, Jeffrey Brown’s one-man show, dives deep into the raw, real experiences of a young Black man navigating the foster care system. With humor, music, and honest storytelling, Brown takes the audience on his journey from uncertain beginnings to finding family and belonging in his adoption by the Browns. The show strikes a powerful balance, using comedy to reveal both the depth of his struggles and the resilience he’s built along the way—showing how laughter and music can help to heal even the toughest parts of our past.
Black Men Speak: A Tribute to Strength & Wellness
Date: Saturday, November 9th
Time: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location: 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216 (Restoration Plaza)
Price: Free
Black Men Speak: A Tribute to Strength and Wellness brings together the community to honor the resilience, camaraderie, and mental wellness of Black men in a meaningful, uplifting setting. With a focus on strength, unity, and joy, the event celebrates local leaders who’ve made a difference and sparks important conversations around wellness and manhood. From powerful discussions to heartfelt tributes, this gathering is all about embracing and uplifting the achievements and spirit of Black men in our community.
HARLEM ARTS STROLL: NOVEMBER 9 2024 EDITION
Date: Saturday, November 9th
Time: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location: 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216 (Restoration Plaza)
Price: Free
Date: Sunday, November 10th
Time: 3:00 PM-5:00 PM
Location: 226 Marcus Garvey Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11221 (The Free Black Women’s Library Reading Room)
Price: Free
The Harlem Arts Stroll offers a unique journey through Harlem’s vibrant art scene, connecting galleries, art spaces, and local businesses from 99th to 155th Street. Kicking off at Refettorio, 37 W 119th St, attendees can pick up a map guiding them through a curated path of diverse, inspiring stops that showcase the neighborhood’s creative spirit. This immersive experience celebrates both local culture and international influences, inviting visitors to engage with Harlem’s distinctive blend of art, community, and innovation.
Learning How to Listen: Black Women Lyricist In Jazz (Panel & Performance)
Date: Sunday, November 10th
Time: 3:00 PM-5:00 PM
Location: 226 Marcus Garvey Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11221 (The Free Black Women’s Library Reading Room)
Price: Free
The upcoming event delves into the legacy of Black Women Lyricists, highlighting their powerful contributions to jazz and the broader canon of Black American music. Featuring a panel of NYC vocalists, each panelist will present iconic pieces by legendary Black women lyricists, alongside original lyrics that echo these artists’ timeless influence on today’s music scene. A community journaling session on Black women’s song lyrics will open the event, inviting attendees to reflect and engage in the rich, poetic heritage of these voices.
We hope you take some time to enjoy these weekend events!