Every Wednesday, Long Island Pulse’s editors plan your weekend. From Manhattan to Montauk these are our picks of the top events and offerings. Think of it as your weekend agenda. Share your weekend using the #LIPulseWeekends and check back on Monday, when we recap it all for you.
Brooklyn
Coney Island Film Festival
Make it a movie weekend. The Coney Island Film Festival kicks off showing around 100 innovative films on the heart of the boardwalk.
When & Where: Sept. 18-20. 1208 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY.
Tickets & Information: coneyislandfilmfestival.com
Madonna with special guest Amy Schumer
This might be one show where Madge is upstaged by her opening act, the rising star of raunchy feminist comedy and former Long Islander Amy Schumer. However it plays out, this comedy-pop star pairing is sure to put on a big night of over-the-top entertainment.
When & Where: Sept. 19, at 8pm. Barclays Center
Tickets & Information: $55 and up, barclayscenter.com
Northport Village
The Great Cow Harbor 10K Run
Named as one of Runner’s World and New England Runner’s top 100 races in the US, The Great Cow Harbor 10K Run is a big-time race with a small-town feel and a world-class post-party. In 2013 there were 5,500 runners and over 25,000 spectators with multiple media outlets covering the unique Long Island event.
When & Where: Sept. 19, at 8:30am. Laurel Avenue School
Tickets & Information: cowharborrace.com
North Fork
North Fork Foodie Tour
Enjoy the bounty of food, produce and wine that the North Fork has to offer. Demonstrations and talks include: a sourdough presentation and tasting with Peter Berley and a cooking demo by chef, author and Suffolk Times columnist John Ross.
When & Where: Sept. 20, 10am-4pm.Over 18 locations plus lectures at Charnews Farm
Tickets & Information: northforkreformsynagogue.org/foodie-tour-2015