5 (Free) Things: Absurdist Rock Cabaret and A Reporter's Perspective on War

1. You need absurdist rock cabaret. Head to  for the unique sounds of the . He's followed by singer-songwriters . 683 Washington Ave. bet. St. Marks and Prospect. 8 p.m. Free. 

2. You need some intellectual stimulation. In that case, go to the , for , where Polish journalist Wojciech Jagielski discusses the tolls of long-term conflicts. 10 Grand Army Plaza, 7 p.m. Free.  

3. You need to get the kids out of the house. One great free event is the weekly  class at , for kids ages 5-12. 524 Bergen St. bet. Carlton and Sixth, 5-6 p.m. Free. Wednesday there are a ton of activities; see our  for more options. 

4. You need to know if your train is running ... It is! There are no planned service changes affecting Prospect Heights stations today, however you should note that between midnight and 5 a.m. Manhattan-bound Q trains are running through the tunnel, according to the MTA, so leave extra time. 

5. ... And if you have to move your car. There's no Wednesday street cleaning in Prospect Heights, so probably not, but alternate side won't be suspended again until Thursday, May 17 for Solemnity of the Ascension, according to the NYCDOT.