Sunday, June 12, 2011

Free, Fun Events This Week


While on the topic of summer events, I've found some great places for summer goers like you!

Generation Gap (calling out book lovers!): Contributing editor and columnist for Newsweek, Ellis Cose, will discuss his new books, "The End of Anger," and his independent research on the generational transformation of American values. MONDAY., 7-10 PM. FREE GALAPAGOS ART SPACE. 16 Main St., Brooklyn

Decemberists in June: An indie band called the Decemberists will perform at a benefit concert at Celebrate Brooklyn! Opens at 6 p.m. TUESDAY., 7 PM. FREE. PROSPECT PARK BANDSHELL

MILE A MINUTE: Nine of the country's museums, all calling Fifth Ave. FREE as part of the Museum Mile Festival, a huge block party and visual art celebration. TUES., 6-9 PM. FIFTH AVE FROM 82ND to 105 Sts.

"SELENA GOMEZ" GMA: Selena Gomez headlines a free performance as part of "Good Morning America's" summer concert series. FRIDAY 7-9 AM. CENTRAL PARK RUMSEY PLAYFIELD, 72nd st and fifth ave.

FANTASTIC FIREWORKS: Head to Coney Island boardwalk for the First Friday Night Fireworks of the 2011 season. Arrive early for some live entertainment. FRIDAY., 9:30 PM, CONEY ISLAND BOARDWALK, BROOKLYN.

All should go out and take advantage of what our beautiful city has to offer!


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