It is the end of 2011, and we are finally finishing up the holiday season. If you are looking for a place to spend your New Years Eve night, check out this .
But New Years promises more than just parties and champagne toasts. Here are some other events taking place around the neighborhood this weekend:
What:
When/Where: Friday, December 30, 9:00 p.m., at Bushbaby Loung at 1197 Fulton Street
Why Go: Bushbaby recently reopened, and tonight they are featuring Bushbaby Brooklyn Lounge and Cafe Exotic Blends, with guest DJs spinning House, Afrobeat, Hip-Hop, Reggae, and more.
Cost: Free
What:
When/Where: Friday, December 30, 9:00 p.m. at the BAMCafe, 30 Lafayette Avenue
Why Go: According to BAM.org, "Equally proficient in Cuban salsa, Congolese rumba-soukous and Haitian compas, Charanga Soleil is a pan-Caribbean dance band extraordinaire. Flutes add a breezy buoyancy to their sound, which includes the twangy sound of the 21-stringed African kora."
Cost: Free
What:
When/Where: Saturday, December 31, 12:00 p.m. at Olivino Wine Bar, 436 Marcus Garvey Boulevard
Why Go: Before you head off to your New Years Eve party, stop by at Olivino Wine Bar to taste a few wines from across the globe. It might help you decide what you will be drinking for the night.
Cost: Free
What:
When/Where: Saturday, December 31, 11:15 p.m. at 135 Prospect Park West
Why Go: Before the fireworks at midnight, take a three mile run in Prospect Park. Flip-top mittens to first 300 registrants. Glow necklaces, hot chocolate and munchies for all! Register at www.nycruns.com.
Cost: $30
What:
When/Where: Saturday, January 1, 10:00 a.m. at the Audubon Center in Prospect Park
Why Go: Bring in the New Year with a walk through Prospect Park and check out some of the Park's beautiful winged wildlife.
Cost: Free
