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The Early Word: Aabaraki at BAMcafé

Neo-groove hits the boards at Brooklyn Academy of Music tonight.

1. With a natural fusion of funk and hip hop, the folks behind look to create the love this pre-Valentine's weekend via a sparse arsenal of bass, keyboards, drums and guitar. , 30 Lafayette Ave. 9 p.m.

2. At , sample Mast Brothers’ Brooklyn Blend chocolate along with red wine made by female winemaker Noella Morantin. , 765 Fulton St. 6 p.m.

3. Based on traditional Zimbabwean moves and inspired by teacher Rujeko Dumbutshena's experience in FELA! the musical, breaks down technique and aesthetic through repetition and movement. , 469 Myrtle Ave. 8:15 p.m.

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4. In case you missed it: Author Nathan Englander drew a packed crowd at a reading and Q&A held in conjunction with the release of his new collection of short stories, "What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank," at last night.

5. Alternate side parking rules are in effect.

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