20 things to do this weekend: Jonathan Richman, Taylor Swift karaoke and a lot of comedy

By Joshua Encinias

Good news! Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday morning. And as the sun stays out longer, there’s plenty of stuff to do.

It’s possible Jonathan Richman would rather be dancing at a lesbian bar, but the cult singer-songwriter is kicking off a selling-out-quickly run at the Bell House. Buy your Sunday tickets while they’re still available.

The opening weekend for Brooklyn Film Camera’s group exhibit “Sacred Implications” is happening this weekend in East Williamsburg. You can sing your heart out at Tayloroke, a night of Taylor Swift karaoke at Crystal Lake on Friday night, or hear some Hot Gossip, hosted by Jonathan van Halem at Union Hall.

Brooklyn Kura gives a tour of their sake brewery on Saturday afternoon. That night, there’s a performance of Hans Zimmer’s greatest works from the “Dune” series and Christopher Nolan’s movies. Late on Saturday night, Support Women DJs will take over two floors of Eris for a party benefiting the NYC-based Violence Intervention Program.

Run the Fight Cancer 5K to Benefit TargetCancer Foundation in Bay Ridge on Sunday morning, or see the wacky sci-fi comedy “Molli and Max in the Future” at Nitehawk Williamsburg while you dine from their brunch menu.

Enjoy the relative quiet before the storm that is St. Patrick’s Day next week.

Friday, March 8

New York International Children’s Film Festival
Through March 17
This year’s New York International Children’s Film Festival has put together an incredible lineup for all ages, across all genres and styles. The only festival of its kind in the city, it’s a crucial space for fostering future cinephiles by screening a wide range of intelligent and engaging films and introducing young people to the theatrical experience. Alamo Drafthouse will be the festival’s Brooklyn home for the next two weeks! 445 Albee Square West, 4th floor.

‘Fashion Forward’ at ‘B’ Dry Goods
Now through March 30
A new exhibit at “B” Dry Goods in Crown Heights presents a wide-ranging celebration of the fashion arts, featuring original paintings and drawings by designers Yves Saint Laurent, Pierre Balmain, Hubert de Givenchy, Karl Lagerfeld, Alexander McQueen, Christian Lacroix, Antonio Lopez, Christian Dior and others, as well as original textiles, garments, ephemera and contemporary artworks which straddle or investigate the art and fashion worlds. The show also presents original garments and accessories worn or advertised by figures such as Josephine Baker, David Hockney, Frank Zappa, Maria Callas, Duke Ellington, Paul Newman and more. 679 Franklin Avenue, Crown Heights. Free.

Brooklyn Film Camera’s ‘Sacred Implications’
On display throughout March 31
Sacred Implications marks the first time that Brooklyn Film Camera has curated a group show. Nineteen photographic artists were selected to participate from over 300 submissions to their open call. “Sacred Implications” will be on display during all open hours throughout March. 855 Grand Street.

Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys
On display through July 7
Musical and cultural icons Swizz Beatz (Kasseem Dean) and Alicia Keys present the first major exhibition of the Dean Collection at The Brooklyn Museum. “Giants” showcases a focused selection from the couple’s world-class holdings. Read our preview of the show from Scott Lynch. 200 Eastern Pkwy.

Second City Presents The First City Revue
Friday and Saturday at 7 and 10 p.m.
The Second City has opened their new outpost in Brooklyn — their first-ever in New York — and are performing their “First City Revue” on Friday and Saturday nights. 64 N 9th Street. Ticket prices vary.

Tayloroke! A Taylor Swift Karaoke Night
7 p.m.
Calling all Swifties: Crystal Lake is hosting a Taylor Swift karaoke on Friday night. Sing and dance with your besties as you sing songs from every era of Taylor’s music. And remember: if you start any drama on the dance floor Friday night … it’s you, hi, you’re the problem, it’s you. 21+. 647 Grand Street. Tickets are $14.

Constellation Prize
7:30 p.m.
Constellation Prize is an astrology-based comedy game show where comics take “guessing your sign” to the next level. Six comics with different star signs perform while the audience tries to guess their sign. Correct guesses result in a free drink! At the end, they bring in a professional astrologer to give a final guess. $4. RSVP for the Bushwick location.

Drop Up Video
8:30 p.m.
Watch some of New York’s best comedians roast music videos that we love to hate. See a panel of comics forgo their usual acts as we screen music videos they have selected to be critiqued, examined, and celebrated. The playlist of videos will be a surprise but expect some old favorites, some deep cuts, and some oddities. Featuring comedians seen on Comedy Central, HBO, and more! Hosted by Justin Thompson. Pine Box Rock Shop. 12 Grattan Street. $5.

Hot Gossip Comedy Show at Union Hall
9:30 p.m.
Comedian and local gossip Jonathan van Halem (Clickhole) pauses his perpetual gab-sesh to discuss audience-generated gossip as well as host an evening of stand-up comedy. This month’s show features host of the podcast 2 Dope Queens Phoebe Robinson, singer of “Planet of the Bass” Kyle Gordon, writer for The Other Two Moss Perricone, and more. 702 Union Street. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

Saturday, March 9

March Kids Madness
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and every Saturday through March 23
City Point Brooklyn hosts March Kids Madness all month long and the theme this Saturday is Circus Bash. There will be a 30-minute circus magic show with audience interaction, plus 30 minutes of juggling lessons with scarves and spinning plate lessons in smaller groups. 445 Albee Square West. Admittance to make crafts is free and the shows cost $20 per person.

Brooklyn Pop-Up Winter Artisans Market
11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m, on Saturday and Sunday
Stop by the Brooklyn Museum’s winter artisans market on Saturday and Sunday morning. Presented in partnership with Brooklyn Pop-Up, this monthly weekend market features local vendors offering one-of-a-kind, handmade artwork, jewelry, fashion and home goods. This event is free and open to the public. 200 Eastern Parkway.

Ready, Set, Kindergarten!
11 a.m.
At this Sheepshead Bay Library class, families will engage in activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. You will explore literacy, science and math through music, stories, art and play to help your child be ready for school on day one. You also receive free materials to continue learning at home. For children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. 2636 E. 14th St. at Avenue Z.

Brooklyn Kura Brewery Tour
12 p.m.
Take a tour of Brooklyn Kura’s state-of-the-art sake brewery in Industry City on Saturday. You will learn how they turn rice and water into delicious craft sake. Led by their brewery staff, the tour will walk you through their production facility and concludes in their taproom. 34 34th Street. Tickets are $15.

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6:30 p.m.
The Highline String Quartet will perform film composer Hans Zimmer’s best scores and epic soundtracks at The Opera House under the glow of candlelight on Saturday night. Suites to be performed include those from “Dune,” “Gladiator,” and music from Zimmer’s many collaborations with moviemaker Christopher Nolan (“The Dark Night,” “Dunkirk”). Age requirement: 8 years old or older only, and anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 157 Montague Street. Tickets are $35.

That’s Poetic! (Live Comedy)
7:30 p.m.
That’s Poetic is what happens when you mix comedy and poetry. As some of New York’s best comedians tell their jokes at Friends and Lovers, poet Hannah Monsour will be brainstorming away on original work inspired by the show. This show is a Howdy Cat Comedy production that is hosted by Shea Vassar. 641 Classon Avenue. $10

Support Women DJs fundraiser for violence intervention
10 p.m.
Support Women DJs will take over two floors of Eris in East Williamsburg for a party benefiting the NYC-based Violence Intervention Program, a Latina-led organization that provides healing, housing and economic justice to thousands of survivors of domestic violence each year. and You’ll dance to the house and techno music provided by nine different lady DJs. 100 percent of ticket sales will go to VIP. 167 Graham Avenue. Donate here for entry.

Sunday, March 10

Fight Cancer 5K to Benefit TargetCancer Foundation
9 a.m.
The Fight Cancer 5K to Benefit TargetCancer Foundation welcomes people of all skill levels, from casual walkers to experienced distance runners looking to break personal records on the fast and flat course on the Bay Ridge waterfront. Szustek Talbot is holding the race as part of her fundraising for the Boston Marathon charity team for the TargetCancer Foundation, an organization that sponsors research and awareness of rare types of cancer that tend not to get as much research funding and resources as other types of cancer. The 5K takes place at the American Veterans Memorial Pier at 69th Street in Bay Ridge. Registration is $35.

‘Molli and Max in the Future’ at Nitehawk Cinema
11 a.m.
“Molli and Max in the Future” is a sci-fi romantic comedy about a man and woman whose orbits repeatedly collide over the course of 12 years, four planets, three dimensions and one space cult. A favorite from SXSW, see it over brunch at Nitehawk Williamsburg. 136 Metropolitan Avenue. Tickets are $15.

Artland: Drop-in art-making
12 p.m.
Take a trip to Artland: An Installation by Do Ho Suh and children at the Brooklyn Museum. During drop-in art-making hours, guests can imagine, create and contribute their figures and structures to the installation. 200 Eastern Parkway. Free with museum admission.

Jonathan Richman
8 p.m.
It’s a party in the U.S.A.: Jonathan Richman, one of America’s most treasured living songwriters, performs at the Bell House with drummer Tony Larkin. Thursday through Saturday are sold out, and tickets for the Sunday show are going fast. 149 7th Street. $40.60