Saturday, September 8: Billed as “a block party aimed at sensory overload,” the second annual Monster Island Arts and Music Festival will feature bands like Dynasty Electric and a project with members of the Ex Models (pictured) in addition to film screenings, art installations, a cookout and more.

Sunday, September 9: Live doo-wop, a book signing by pro-fish kids author Jason Kelly and a slew of other activities make the New York Aquarium’s “Sea Life Sock Hop” the place to be this weekend. And when the hop stops at 4 pm, there will still be some sunlight left to enjoy the beach by.

Tuesday, September 11: Today, the Silver-Brown Dance Company performs its commemorative dance, “OASIS 4,” in the park at the foot of Washington Street — which has the best views of Lower Manhattan that you can get — in order to “to honor the human spirit, and to send a valentine to the city of New York.”

Wednesday, September 12: Drop into Alison Houtte’s vintage shop, Hooti Couture, to check out the store’s new look in addition to its new fall collection. If vintage clothes are your bag, you can stock up for fall and beyond.

Friday, September 14: Local heroes the Walkmen bring their show to the newly opened Music Hall of Williamsburg. We loved their last album, a remake of the John Lennon-produced Harry Nilsson record “Pussy Cats,” but would be happy to hear whatever original material the band’s been working on as well.