5 Things: Discussion on Nannies, Adult Scavenger Hunt, Park Volunteer Session, More

1. You need to use your brain. Head to the  for . Brown discusses her new book "Raising Brooklyn," which offers an in-depth look at the women of Caribbean descent who provide childcare for white middle-class families. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free.

2. You need to be a kid again. Head to Park Slope for the . Participating teams meet at Aunt Suzie’s Restaurant (247 Fifth Avenue at Carroll St.) at 6:30 pm where Hunt Lists will be distributed. Winning team gets a $25 gift certificate. $10, includes free drinks.

3. You need to give back. How about volunteering at the park? Tonight there's a . , 95 Prospect Park West. 6:30pm–7:30pm.

4. You need to get the kids out of the house. It's supposed to be another gorgeous day today, so head to the to meet , and . Plus there's the Sea Lion Feeding at 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., & 4:00 p.m. Open 10-5. $8 adults, $6 seniors, $5 kids 3-12.Or, see our .

5. You need to know if your train is running and if you have to move your car. There aren't any planned service changes affecting Prospect Heights today (yippee!), according to the MTA. As for parking, there's no suspension of alternate side until Memorial Day, according to the NYC DOT.