The Early Word: Camping in Fort Greene Park

1. It's that time of year again, folks. Registration to select the lucky 30 families allowed to campout in Fort Greene Park will open on July 18. The Urban Park Rangers-sponsored campout, set for the night of July 27-28, is one of several around the city—including two outdoor events in Prospect Park this summer. For more info, visit the city Parks Department's website.

2. Still waiting to see Ridley Scott's cinematic return to the otherworldly horror genre? Well, don't fret—there's still time to check out Prometheus in 3D right here in our own backyard. BAM Rose Cinemas, 30 Lafayette Ave. Fri.-Sun., 3 p.m., 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. $15 general admission.

3. Tired of reading about crimes against women on Patch and elsewhere lately? Check out this teaching practical ways to defend against an attacker. Class One Mixed-Martial Arts, 85 Fourth Ave. 8 p.m. Free.

4. Hopping on the LIRR and heading to the Hamptons? Legendary New York Dolls founder will perform an acoustic evening of pop-rock. Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St. (Amagansett). 8 p.m. $25.

5. Alternate side parking rules are in effect.