Liftoff! How the Apollo Moon Missions Made Alma Thomas’s Art Soar – In this dual narrative picture book author and illustrator Nina Crews takes a closer look at the creation of Thomas’s abstract painting, “Snoopy Sees a Sunrise,” and at the Apollo 10 Mission that inspired it. Celebrate the book’s launch with a read-aloud by the author, plus art activity and refreshments!
Hispanic Society: Artist Talk & Workshop with Jana Leo
Join West Harlem-based artist Jana Leo for an artmaking workshop and artist talk at the Hispanic Society Museum & Library based on her exhibition now on view at the Espacio de Culturas at NYU: Mom is Dead, But We Are Going to Heal Her.
Jana will share with participants her artistic process aimed at processing trauma and everyday current events. The workshop includes both drawing and writing.
Urban Park Rangers: Post-Thanksgiving Day Northern Manhattan Parks Super Hike
On this Friday, work off your Thanksgiving feast while enjoying the great outdoors. Join the Urban Park Rangers for a hike! This hike starts at Margaret Corbin Circle and will take you through the hills of Fort Tryon and Inwood Hill Parks. Comfortable walking footwear highly recommended. The hike will end at the Inwood Hill Nature Center.
Fort Tryon Park: Guided Nature and Wildlife Walk with Ken Chaya
Join naturalist and illustrator Ken Chaya for a fascinating walk through Fort Tryon Park’s rich natural landscape. Explore native plants, spot local and migratory birds, and learn about the park’s diverse habitats and ecology. Whether you’re a seasoned nature enthusiast or just curious about the green world around you, this walk offers a refreshing way to connect with the outdoors.
Comfortable shoes and binoculars encouraged!
All ages welcome. Free and open to the public.
Meeting Location: Margaret Corbin Circle (192nd St & Fort Washington Ave)
Inwood Hill Park: 30th Annual Autumn Starfest
Join us for the 30th Annual Autumn Starfest, hosted by the Amateur Astronomers Association (AAA), on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Pat’s Lawn at Inwood Hill Park!
This free, family-friendly event invites New Yorkers of all ages to celebrate three decades of urban stargazing. Enjoy telescope views of star clusters, double stars, and Saturn; hear expert talks on astronomy, and engage in interactive activities designed for all skill levels.
The first 150 attendees will receive free gift bags! Autumn Starfest is a NYC tradition you won’t want to miss. Come and be part of this stellar celebration of astronomy in the heart of the city!
Location details: Pat’s Lawn at Inwood Hill Park (enter at W 218 Street and Indian Road)
Train: 1 train to 215th Street
Bus: Bx7, Bx20 to W 218th St. and Broadway;
Free and open to the public! All ages welcome. Weather permitting – canceled if raining.
Bus: Bx7, Bx20 to W 218th St. and Broadway;
Free and open to the public! All ages welcome. Weather permitting – canceled if raining.