PLEASE LIST through December 3, 2011: MARINE PARK ASTRONOMY

PLEASE LIST through December 3, 2011

IMMEDIATE

 

 

 MARINE PARK ASTRONOMY

 

DATE:                       Saturday, December 3, 2011

 

TIME:                        5:00 p.m.

 

LOCATION:              Marine Park

                                    Meet at Salt Marsh Nature Center (3302 Ave U)

Public Transportation: Take the B train to East 16 St. & Kings Hwy. Then, take the B100 bus to Fillmore Ave. & E. 32 St. Walk 0.49 miles southeast to 3302 Ave U.                                         

 

DETAILS:                 The wonders of the universe are ready to be discovered and New York City parks are the perfect place to stargaze and explore the night sky. Fall and winter are the best times to observe meteor showers, the phases of the moon, and many planets of the Milky Way. 

 

All equipment is provided.    Programs are best enjoyed on clear nights, so please call ahead if weather conditions are not clear.  FREE.

 

For more information please visit www.nyc.gov/parks/rangers or call 311 and ask for the Urban Park Rangers.

 

 

PRESS CONTACT: Vickie Karp / Zachary Feder                                      (212) 360-1311

 

 

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