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5 Things To Do Today: Children's Book Reading, Micro Art Exhibits, Spring Canal Cleanup
Carroll Gardens-area subway, alternate side and event information you won't want to miss.
1. Sing along with a new children's book. In , award-winning illustrator Scott Menchin invites readers on an exciting cross-country road trip with a family of dogs. Kids will feel like they're really going along for the ride, visiting some of America's landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore, the Grand Canyon and more! Stop by with the family for a ride and a signing to follow. , 163 Court Street President and Union Streets, 11:00 a.m., Free.
2. Take in a tiny bit of art. Interdisciplinary artist Kathleen Laziza opened her "Small venue BIG ART" facility, Micro Museum, for hundreds of collaborating artists as they developed their skills for larger venues around the world or around the corner. Check out ! , 123 Smith Street between Dean and Pacific Streets, 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., $2.
3. Pitch in around the neighborhood. The Gowanus Canal Conservancy is hosting event for four hours this afternoon. It could be your good deed for the week. Salt Lot, 2 Second Avenue between Fifth Street and Third Street, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Free.
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4. Find out if your train is running ... The F and G trains will be skipping Smith-9th St, 15th St-Prospect Park and Fort Hamilton Parkway, per usual. Jamaica-bound F trains will run via the M from 47-50 Streets to Roosevelt Avenue. Coney Island-bound F trains run via A the from W 4 St to Jay St-MetroTech, according to the MTA.
5. ... And if you have to move your car. Yes. Alternate side parking is in effect, according to the NYCDOT.
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