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Fort Washington Park: The Little Red Lighthouse tour

Historic New York: The Little Red Lighthouse

The Jeffrey’s Hook lighthouse, erected in 1880 and moved to its current site in 1921, has become widely known as the children’s literary landmark “The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge.” Rediscover the history of this unique landmark. Open access between 1:00pm and 2:45pm. Participants may need to queue for access due capacity limits inside of the structure. Enter park via overpass closest to Plaza Lafayette. (West 181st Street) and Riverside Drive.

 

Highbridge Park: Highbridge Water Tower tour

Historic New York: The Highbridge Water Tower

Kick off the new year with the Urban Park Rangers on a tour inside the iconic Highbridge Water Tower to learn about the history of New York City’s water supply and enjoy the panoramic views from the top of the 200 foot tower. Arrive between 1:00 p.m. and 2:45 p.m, to gain admittance. Registration is not required. Program will be held at the base of the water tower behind the Highbridge Recreation Center and Pool.

Buunni Coffee: InsideAbility Author & RightHear

Buunni and RightHear invite you for an afternoon with InsideAbility Founder and author, Krystal B.

Buunni  has partnered with RightHear to provide an accessible experience for visually impaired customers, using Bluetooth beacon technology to deliver real-time audio descriptions of the environment. This installation makes the cafe more inclusive by helping users navigate and locate points of interest.

Buunni Coffee Inwood: Queery discussion

Connect with your queer community on a deeper level. Join us for a cup of coffee, and a series of queries and responses, where everyone responds to prompts designed to get right to the point.

How it works: each person will have time to answer a unique query. The room will listen & hold space: responses, reactions and requests for more information will be held until all prompts are complete. At the end of the event we’ll socialize so that you can show people how you connected with their share. Direct & real. Cut out the superficial.

Who’s this for?: People who identify as part of the queer and trans community.  Accessibility: There are no stairs to the entrance. Masks are not required.  Does this cost $?: While you’re not required to pay anything, please consider buying a tasty treat and bev from our Buunni hosts!