Wine Tasting Class, Tween Time, Flying Wasps and More

1. You need to know if your train is running, and if you have to move your car. Yes and yes. Sadly, our alternate side vacation is over and there's not another planned suspension until Memorial Day, according to the NYC DOT. But happily, there are no planned subway service changes affecting Prospect Heights trains today, according to the MTA.

2. You need to impress your friends and romantic interests. Develop and expertise in wine at 's . The evenings cover all the basics to be a savvy wine buyer and an impressive date. Taste 8 wines, analyzing each, from color to "finish."  Plus, there are cheeses from Stinky Bklyn.  Tonight they're tackling  Rose Wines. $40. 

3. You need to do something different. Head to , 227 4th Ave. at President Street for . The show features flying wasps, glowing fireflies, and a praying mantis with original music by jazz-fusion artist John Medeski. 8 p.m. $15 in advance, $18 at the door.

4. You need to get the kids out of the house. It's going to be another summer-like day with temps in the 70s, so it's a great day to head to the , which is gorgeous this time of year. The Sea Lion Feeding is at 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., & 4:00 p.m. and make sure to check out the new and the in the Australian Walkabout as well as and in the noctournal section. Or see our

5. You need to get your tween to the library. Entice them with movies at . Where they can play games, listen to music, or just hang out with their friends. , Youth Wing, 4-5 p.m., 8-12 years, Free.