Astronomy LectureFree: Every other Friday 8pm – 10pm (Check website for schedule)

Need to satisfy the inner geek in you? Columbia University offers free public lectures on astronomy and stargazing session with real astronomers! This public outreach program runs every other Friday. No RSVP required. The lecture lasts about 30 minutes, and when weather permitting, is followed by 90-minutes rooftop stargazing opportunity. Q&A with the astronomers are also encouraged.

Address: Pupin Physics Laboratory at Columbia University. 116th St. and Broadway, New York.
Direction: Subway 1 to 116th St. Station. Bus M4/M11/M60/M5/M104 to Columbia/Morning Heights area.
Phone: +1 212 854 4608
Website: outreach.astro.columbia.edu