5 Things: Live Jazz at Abigail, Dry States Band at Way Station, Philippines Storytime, More

1. You need a relaxing evening (and you need to not cook). Head to  for a mellow evening of good food and  . Music begins at 8:30 p.m. 807 Classon Ave. at St. Johns.

2. You need to go out on the town. Go no further than Washington Avenue for the . Show begins at 9 p.m. , 683 Washington Ave. bet. Prospect and St. Marks. Free. 

3. You need to get the kids out of the house. Head to the  for Philippines Storytime and Crafts, where kids learn about the legend of the coconut tree, sing songs about nipa huts, and create woven masterpieces. For families of all backgrounds. Ages 4-12, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Free. Or see our  for happenings today or to plan for the weekend. 

4. You need to know if your train is running ... Yay! There are no service changes affecting Prospect Heights stations today and trains are running on a weekday schedule, according to the MTA.

5. ... And if you have to move your car. Alternate side is in effect today, believe it or not, according to the NYCDOT.