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Peer into the mysteries of the heavens with these astronomy programs at Parks! We'll help you uncover the wonders of the universe from a park near you.
Astronomy Events
Sunday, December 2, 2018
Solar Astronomy
at 68th Street and Colonial Road (in Owl's Head Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
There's more to the sun than just a yellow ball. See for yourself what the sun's surface and atmosphere look like—93 million miles away.
Free!
Sunday, December 9, 2018
Astronomy: The Night Sky
at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Night Sky programs highlight the history and folklore of the solar system, using the naked eye to locate stars and planets.
Free!
Thursday, December 13, 2018
Astronomy: The Geminids Meteor Shower
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
The shower produces up to 120 multi-colored meteors per hour at its peak! All equipment provided.
Free!
Friday, December 14, 2018
Astronomy: The Geminids Meteor Shower
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn 
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
See one of the best meteor showers, producing up to 120 multi-colored meteors per hour at its peak. Meteors are best viewed on cloud-free nights, but this program is rain or shine.
Free!
Sunday, December 16, 2018
The Night Sky: Comets
at Pelham Bay Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
8:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Astronomy programs feature the use of telescopes and binoculars to observe specific astronomical events.
Free!
Saturday, December 22, 2018
Astronomy
at Fort Totten Visitor's Center (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Astronomy programs feature the use of telescopes and binoculars to observe specific astronomical events. Many programs feature astronomy experts and all equipment is provided.
Free!
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