On July 6, Target First Saturdaycelebrates American innovation and the diversity that defines American culture. Target First Saturday events attract thousands of visitors to free art and entertainment programs each month. July highlights include:
5-10 p.m. Music Showcase: An evening tracing American music from blues to hip-hop. Michael Hill's Blues Mob kicks off at 5 p.m. with blues flavored with rock, R&B, and funk. At7 p.m., Frankie Rose performs dream-pop melodies from classic eighties rock. At 9 p.m., hip-hop group Brown Bag All Stars lays down fresh beats influenced by 1990s East Coast rap. 5:30 p.m. Music: Hungry March Band, Brooklyn's street brass band, hosts a melting pot of influences ranging from New Orleans street bands to Indian wedding brass. 6-9 p.m. Pop-up Gallery Talks: Short, lively conversations relating art in the Museum's collection to current events.Throughout the evening, a cash bar will offer beer and wine, and the Museum Café will serve a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, and beverages. The Museum Shop will remain open until 11 p.m.
Museum admission is free from 5 to 11 p.m. and includes entrance to all galleries and events. Programs subject to change without notice. Some Target First Saturdayprograms have limited space and are ticketed on a first-come, first-served basis. Lines for free tickets often form thirty minutes in advance. For more information, visit www.brooklynmuseum.org. Parking is a flat rate of $5 from 5 to 11 p.m.Pictured: Frankie Rose. Photo Credit: Shervin Lainez.
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