Clear your calendar for these annual events
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SURFIN’ SUMMER RECORD & CD SALE
When cyborg brain implant technology renders our precious smartphones obsolete, chances are we’ll still be drawn to the tactile virtues of CDs and vinyl. But why wait for that day to become a member of the ARChive of Contemporary Music? At the June 16 Hawaiian Cocktail Party, members get first dibs at the tuneful booty offered up as part of their annual Summer Record & CD Sale. Those in luau or Hawaiian shirt wear get a free gift — and all comers get a lei (yes, we spelled it right) and a Frank Zappa poster donated by rock photographer Lynn Goldsmith.
If you’re not yet sold on joining, perhaps now’s a good time to mention what they do. ARChive is a not-for-profit archive, music library and research center which collects and preserves information on popular music from 1950 to the present (by keeping two copies of all recordings released in America). Their sale won’t poach from that collection. What’s up for grabs comes from donations by record companies and collectors (hundreds of mostly pop, rock, jazz & blues recordings — with LP prices below book value and CD prices at $1-$10 each). Also available: original vintage 60s psychedelic posters from the Grande Ballroom in Detroit and vintage clothing/kitchenwares (courtesy of their splinter event: The Astroturf Yard Sale).
Sat., June 18 through Sun., June 26; 11am-6pm daily. At the ARChive of Contemporary Music (54 White St., three blocks south of Canal, between Broadway & Church St.). To join, or for more info on the sale, call 212-226-6967 or visit arcmusic.org.
NEW YORK BRAIN TUMOR WALK
Governors Island is the setting for the very first New York Brain Tumor Walk. Sponsored by the National Brain Tumor Society, proceeds will help fund new research and cures as well as support for people who’ve been diagnosed. Registration begins at 7am on Sat., June 18. The scenic walk and family activities last from 8:30am-12pm. To sign up online, visit braintumorwalk.org/newyork. For info, 866-455-3214 or braintumor.org.
VINTAGE POLICE CAR SHOW
Here’s your big chance to admire the artistry and beauty of classic patrol vehicles — without the shame that comes with riding in the back seat while handcuffed. The New York City Police Museum’s 11th annual Vintage Car Show is an outdoor showcase of patrol vehicles whose owners will be on hand to show off their prized possessions and answer questions. Did we mention the Batmobile will be there? It will! Sat., June 11, 10am-4pm at the New York City Police Museum (100 Old Slip, btw. Water & South Sts.). For info, call 212-480-3100 or visit nycpm.org. Regular weekly museum hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm and Sun., 12-5pm. Admission: $8 ($5 for students, seniors and children. Free for children under 2).
EGG ROLLS & EGG CREAMS FESTIVAL
The Chinese and the Jews both know their way around the incredible, edible egg — although each reaches its own tasty end game in very different ways. The Museum at Eldridge Street’s 11th annual “Egg Rolls & Egg Creams Festival” celebrates the cultural contributions and traditions of the Chinese and Eastern European Jewish communities, which have lived and worked on the Museum’s block for what seems like forever. Their journey is your gain — as you enjoy music, crafts, language lessons, folk art demonstrations, kosher egg rolls and egg creams. By the end of the day, you’ll be able to discuss the intricacies of Chinese folk music while drawing parallels to that roving Klezmer group you saw. Maybe you’ll even work some Yiddish or Mandarin slang into your vocabulary? It couldn’t hurt, boychick!
This free event takes place on Sun., June 12, 12-4pm in and on the block of the Museum at Eldridge Street/Eldridge Street Synagogue (12 Eldridge St., btw. Canal & Division Sts.). For info, call 212-219-0888 or visit eldridgestreet.org.
INTERNATIONAL SKETCHFEST NYC
Not as solitary as stand-up and not as hit-and-miss as improv, sketch comedy is like the porridge that Goldilocks ate: just right. For four days, the seventh annual SketchFest NYC will feature the work of 36 different groups from around North America. Featured events include a rare live show from the Whitest Kids U’ Know (currently cussing their way through their fifth and final season on the Independent Film Channel). After the show, gaze into their damaged minds during a panel moderated by Steve Heisler (from the Onion A.V. Club). “URDB — Live!” is the real world version of the web effort to help everyday people set world records (6,000+ so far!). “Marvel Comics Presents ‘What The?’ ” delivers action figure stop motion mayhem. The folks from The Rejection Show present a closing night “Craptacular” featuring the most ridiculous, outrageous noble and notable failures from various participating troupes. June 8-11, at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre (307 W. 26th St., btw. 8th & 9th Aves.). For ticket and schedule info, call 212-366-9176 or visit ucbtheatre.com.
