Jonquel Jones shoots squares up against Lynx Napheesa Collier in Game Four of the WNBA Finals in Minneapolis, Minnesota (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
Brooklyn Brief: New York Liberty beat Lynx in overtime to win their first WNBA title
Plus, Shawn Mendes pays tribute to Liam Payne — and when to expect the season's first measurable snowfall in New York
It’s a good day to be a Brooklynite: The New York Liberty held off the Minnesota Lynx in overtime for a stunning 67-62 win in Game 5 of the WNBA Finals at Barclays Center on Sunday night to claim the first title in their 28-year franchise history.
Power forward Jonquel Jones scored 17 points in propelling the home team — one of the original franchises in the league — to victory. The Liberty, who had made the WNBA Finals five times before, including last season, lost every one.
There are just 10 more days until Halloween and, if that’s not scary enough, 14 days until the presidential election.
Here’s some more news you can use to start your week as you digest that.
In the news
- Musician Shawn Mendes paid an emotional tribute to the recently departed One Direction singer Liam Payne at his Brooklyn Paramount concert on Friday night, reports Billboard. Mendes dedicated his new song “Heart of Gold” to Payne.
- “The Brooklyn Artists Exhibition,” the Brooklyn Museum’s 200th-anniversary show, is a “maximalist” and “dazzling” display of creativity from Brooklyn’s local artists, reports the Wall Street Journal.
- It’s not even Halloween, but we already have an estimate of when the first measurable snowfall should arrive in New York: December 13, reports The Weather Channel.
- Queer country crooner Orville Peck packed out Brooklyn Paramount on Saturday and Sunday nights during his Stampede Tour. The South African singer-songwriter’s third LP “Stampede” includes duets with Willie Nelson and Australian pop star Kylie Minogue.
- Netflix will develop the movie “Pride,” about Afro-Latina teen Zuri Benitez, who fights to preserve her Bushwick neighborhood and manage family chaos, reports Deadline. The movie is based on Jane Austen’s Regency-era novel “Pride and Prejudice,” and comes from President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s production company Higher Ground.
- The Brooklyn Botanic Garden could soon have a contentious new neighbor, reports Gothamist. A 10-story high-rise apartment is proposed to go up at 962-70 Franklin Avenue, across the street from the Garden. Should the high-rise be approved, it could cast a shadow over a section of the 113-year-old Botanic Garden.
- Pitchfork writes about 10 albums that define the legacy of Brownsville rapper Ka, who died unexpectedly last week at the age of 52.
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What to do this week
Monday, October 21
Brooklyn Horror Film Festival
Ongoing through October 24
Get Halloween started early at the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival from October 17 to 24. Opening night features the world premiere of “Dead Mail” from co-directors Joe DeBoer and Kyle McConaghy. Director Emma Benestan’s “Animale” is the centerpiece screening, and the fest closes out with “The Rule of Jenny Pen,” starring Geoffrey Rush and John Lithgow.
Tuesday, October 22
Die Antwoord: FLAME ON MUDDAF*CKA
Polarizing South African duo Die Antwoord are back and on tour. Vocalists Ninja and Yolandi Visser, along with producer-DJ Hi-Tek, bring their rowdy zef counterculture antics to Brooklyn Steel for one night only. Tickets start at $65. 319 Frost Street.
Wednesday, October 23
Pressed Flower Pumpkin Painting Workshop at Neighbors Cafe
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Embrace the cozy vibes of autumn with a Pressed Flower Pumpkin Painting Workshop at Neighbors Cafe, located at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. Immerse yourself in a nature-inspired art experience, where you’ll paint your own pumpkin using delicately preserved, pressed flowers. The workshop will be led by NYC-based Modern Pressed Flower, known for unique botanical collages and pressed flower art. Unwind in our serene setting, connect with the community, sip complimentary wine, and take home a one-of-a-kind piece.
Babe Rainbow at Brooklyn Made
7 p.m.
Australian psychedelic rock band Babe Rainbow incorporates retro 1960s psychedelic rock vibes with surf culture. 428 Troutman Street. $38.15
Shintaro Sakamoto at Pioneer Works
8 p.m.
Japanese musician, singer/songwriter and producer Shintaro Sakamoto was a founding member and the frontman for the underground psychedelic rock band Yura Yura Teikoku and, since 2012, put out four deeply influential solo albums of his own ranging in styles from mellow gold to funk and rock to global grooves. Check him out at this rare performance L.A.-based Brainstory. 159 Pioneer Street. $40.96.
Thursday, October 24
The Democracy Ball
8 to 11 p.m.
Join Generator Collective, Broadway for Harris, Luis Fernando and OATH for a night filled with sick beats, dancing and drag performances. Come for the fun and sign up to get involved in the key battleground state of Pennsylvania before the November 5th election. Littlefield, 635 Sackett Street. Tickets start at $15.59.
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Dakota, Labrador Retriever mix (10 y/o), President & Court St., Brooklyn, NY • “I’m her dog walker. She does have anxiety from something in her past – I don’t know what happened to her. She’s really timid around other dogs.” pic.twitter.com/TzklSX5Mqh
— The Dogist (@thedogist) October 20, 2024
No. 24, Cam Thomas
Year 4. pic.twitter.com/WLFn2Xt5uE— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) October 20, 2024
in brooklyn, at the salon getting my hair braided. the sweetest lady saw my guitar, looked up my name on youtube & started playing my songs through the speakers. the whole salon is listening & vibing. i didn’t know an experience like this would make me feel like this
— Brittney Spencer (@BrittNicx) October 18, 2024
Over there, that’s Brooklyn. That’s where Spike Lee lives. / S08E18 The Nap https://t.co/awhdPwgq6c #Seinfeld #Seinfeldism pic.twitter.com/ceAwUHY8jJ
— Seinfeldism (@Seinfeldism1) October 20, 2024
The Brooklyn Daily Eagle, New York, October 18, 1925 pic.twitter.com/VGCfKQmr2b
— Yesterday’s Print (@yesterdaysprint) October 19, 2024
Wegman’s in NYC is scanning faces at their Brooklyn location — but they promise to delete your information if you don’t work for them pic.twitter.com/8nhnpG9vhe
— Liam Quigley (@_elkue) October 16, 2024
