The Weekend Tip: Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group

Saturday, August 11, 2012, 7:30 pm
Prospect Park, Prospect Park W & 9th St.
FREE

LYLE LOVETT’s wry wit and omnivorous musical palate embrace everything from country and folk to big-band swing and traditional pop, and his live performances feel “like the best kind of soul-stirring church service, full of joy, solemnity, reverence, and contemplation (Boston Globe)—a fitting way to wrap up the season.

Lovett is a renaissance man who along with singing and songwriting has produced records and acted extensively (including roles in the Robert Altman films The Player, Short Cuts, Prêt-à-Porter, and Cookie's Fortune). The Texas native has been actively touring and recording since 1980, prompting Esquire to write "The secret of Lyle Lovett's endurance comes down to the three C's: class, charisma and consistency.”

Our closing night begins with transplanted Brooklynite AOIFE O’DONOVAN, well known as the leader of the revered bluegrass band Crooked Still and an in-demand collaborator with the likes of Chris Thile and Yo-Yo Ma. She’s here with her country-folk leaning solo project; if the style has shifted, her angelic voice is as heartbreakingly pure as ever.

Saturday, August 11, 2012, 5:00 pm
5 Spencer Ct.
FREE

Red tag sale, everything must go, all prices are negociable. 

Call Patricia for further information: 347.404.1175

Viewing hours for next 3 weekends: Aug 11/12, 18/19 & 25/26

Saturdays from 5-8pm, Sundays from 2-5pm.

*Appointment required outside of these hours.

Sunday, August 12, 2012, 9:00 am
Trilok Fusion Center for Arts & Education, 143 Waverly Ave.
FREE

A new Sunday Famers market opens at the lot on the corner of Myrtle Avenue and Waverly Avenue in Clinton Hill/Fort Greene. Pickles, baked goods and farm fresh vegetables are for sale by local bakers, artisans and farmers. There is also a wonderful plant nursery on the lot. Live Music from local bands will also augment your shopping experience.