Free and Cheap in NYC for Monday, May 7

Free and Cheap in NYC for Monday, May 7

Singer-songwriter Jesse Terry will perform at The Bitter End.

ROAD SCHOLAR. Singer/songwriter Jesse Terry stops by the Bitter End to promote his latest release, Road Runner. 7 p.m. $ 10. 147 Bleecker St. (212) 673-7030.

TALES FROM ABROAD. Bi lingual storyteller Regina Ross just returned from two months in South America with exciting stories in tow. Shell share them at a rollicking, interactive program of stories and songs from Mexico, Central and South America and the Caribbean. For ages 5 to 12. 4 p.m. Free. Epiphany Library, 455 Fifth Ave. (212) 679-2645.

A LONG WAY FROM NORWAY. Join award-winning songwriter, guitarist and vocalist Ane Brun for a show at the Bowery Ballroom. Originally from Norway, the songstress has toured with both Peter Gabriel and Ani DiFranco. 7:30 p.m. $ 15. 6 Delancey St. (212) 533-2111.

BALLROOM WITH THE BEST. Learn how to ballroom dance with skilled instructor Jing Chen, who teaches ballroom dancing basics for beginners as well as advanced training for experienced students. 6:30 p.m. Free. Forest Hill Library. 108-19 71st Ave., Queens. (718) 268-7934.

MOTHERS AT THE MOTH. Listen to true, personal tales at the Moth StorySLAM, an open mic show featuring 10 stories by Brooklyn's general public. Tonight's story topic: mothers. 7:30 p.m. $ 18. 149 Seventh St., Brooklyn. (718) 643-6510.

COMIC RELIEF . Professional cartoonist Ivan Velez teaches kids and teens how to make their own comic books in the popular Japanese manga style. The workshop is hands-on, with plenty of chances to work closely with Velez. 4 p.m. Free. Flushing Library, 41-17 Main St., Queens. (718) 661-1200.

THE LEGEND OF EROS AND PSYCHE. The Hampstead Stage Company focuses on the rich tapestry of the ancient myths about heroes, heroines, gods and goddesses through traditional theatre, mask-work and swordplay. For ages 5 and older. 3:30 p.m. Free. Eastchester Library, 1385 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx. (718) 653-3292.

BOUNCING BABIES. Drop by Baby Boogie and explore the many ways to play with tots while improving their motor coordination and cognitive abilities. The class begins by getting to know one another, followed by games for babies and ending with singing and dancing. 2 p.m. $ 12. Park Slope Armory YMCA, 361 15th St., Brooklyn. (212) 912-2580.

CINCO CELBRATION. Join the party honoring Mexican heritage and pride. Celebrate in style at a Cinco de Mayo bash with music and refreshments. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Hamilton Fish Recreation Center, 128 Pitt St. (212) 387-7687.

MUSICAL EXPLORATION. Bass and harmonica player C.J. Boyd performs his improvisational and playful music at a cozy Park Slope bar. 8 p.m. Free. Bar 4, 444 Seventh Ave., Brooklyn. (718) 832-9800.

CRAFTY COMRADES. Join a get-together for knitters and crocheters of all skill levels. Learn the craft, perfect a new technique, or enjoy the company of fellow knitters as you finish a current project. 11 a.m. Free. Spuyten Duyvil Library, 650 W. 235th St., Bronx. (718) 796-1202.