August 21, 2010, 10:00 AM to noon
Planets around other stars used to be in realm of science fiction. However, in the past 10 years, more than 450 planets have been found orbiting other stars. We will look at some of these odd worlds, and how they shape our understanding of our own Planet Earth. We'll also look at the first space mission dedicated to finding Earth-like planets around Sun-like stars: NASA's Kepler Space Telescope. Later that night, we'll show you where to look in the sky to see where Kepler is looking. We'll also show a quick planetarium show, and we'll see what's up in our night sky.

All events of the Inwood Astronomy Project are free, open to the public and family-friendly. There will also be free NASA handouts, posters and lithographs for everyone who attends. Suitable for kids 12 and up.

The Facebook Event Page

The NYC Parks Page

The Kepler Space Telescope website

PlanetQuest: The New Worlds Atlas

About The Lectures

Supported by NASA/JPL's Solar System Ambassador Program, each lecture show is a two-hour space and sky slide show highlighting current NASA missions. We'll discuss the science and discoveries, view many astonishing photos from NASA's current space and planetary missions and learn about up-to-date astronomy news. It's a great way to learn Astronomy with a knowledgable NASA/JPL volunteer to answer all your questions. All lectures are free, open to the public, and suitable for kids and families. There will also be free NASA handouts, posters and lithographs for everyone who comes.

Location

The lecture will be at the Inwood Hill Park Nature Center, located in Inwood Park at 218th and Indian Road, in Northern Manhattan. (212-304-2365) To get there by train, take the "A" train to the 207th Street stop. Walk West to Inwood Hill Park. Go down to the waterfront and you'll see a large building. That is the nature center. A map is below.

Come see what's up in the sky!

Jason Kendall
Director: Inwood Astronomy Project
NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador to New York City

The Inwood Astronomy Project is thankful for the support of the NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassadors Program, the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, the New York Public Library, the International Year of Astronomy and the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York


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