5 (Free) Things: Karaoke at Eve's Lounge and Storytelling at The Way Station

1. You need to sing! Head to  for . 769 Washington Ave. bet. Sterling and St. Johns, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. No cover.

2. You need a good story. In that case, go instead to  for . 683 Washington Ave. bet. St. Marks and Prospect. 7 p.m. No cover. 

3. You need to get the kids out of the house. Head to the  for . Space is limited, so pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10 or 10:30 a.m. 0-18 months. Free. There are a ton of kids' happenings today. See our  for more options. 

4. You need to know if your train is running ... There are no planned service changes affecting Prospect Heights stations today, however, note that the  all week for "Fastrack" repairs, according to the MTA. 

5. ... And if you have to move your car. Alternate side is in effect today, but is suspended Thursday, May 17 for Solemnity of the Ascension, according to the NYCDOT.