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July meteor showers are peaking tonight: Where will they be most visible around NYC?
If you haven’t looked up at the sky this week then you probably missed it, but for the past two nights, we got a major meteor shower that was visible from New York and New Jersey. If you didn’t see anything, don’t worry: You can still see a big meteor shower known as Alpha Capricornids that peaks tonight.
The Alpha Capricornids meteor shower was discovered in 1871 by an Austrian astrologer and was created anywhere between 3,500 and 5,000 years ago. The meteor shower is visible around the same time each year because they originate from the same single spot in the sky and we see them whenever earth’s orbit passes through the streams of debris left behind from comets, per the National Park Service.
And if you were wondering, yes, you can actually see meteor showers from New York City. There’s an art to it, though, considering that light pollution throughout much of the city makes it hard to see much of anything beyond airplanes taking off and landing. Here’s everything you need to know to get the most of tonight’s meteor shower.
How many meteor showers were there this week?
In total, there were two visible meteor showers in the NYC area this week. One of them, The Southern Delta Aquariid meteor shower, peaked on Monday and Tuesday, and the third, the Alpha Capricornids, is peaking tonight, July 31.
What time will the meteor showers be visible?
The best time to see meteor showers is between midnight and dawn, so prepare to stay up late tonight or wake up very early tomorrow morning if you want to increase your chances of seeing something. As of now, it looks like the skies will clear up after midnight, but keep an eye on the forecast.
Where can I see the meteor showers?
The The Amateur Astronomers Association hosts free public viewings across a variety of spaces, including Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn, Carl Schurz Park in the Upper East Side and Lincoln Center’s Hearst Plaza.
If you want to experience the meteor showers with as little light pollution as possible, there are several places you can travel to just outside of New York City. The Vanderbilt Space Observatory in Long Island, for example, boasts a giant 16-inch meade Cassegrain style telescope for optimal stargazing. If you can’t leave the city, there are several parks that might make viewing space a little easier, including Greenwood Cemetery or Governor’s Island.
This New Ayurvedic Wellness Haven Heading To Chelsea Will Awaken All 5 Of Your Senses
Tranquil, mindful spaces certainly seem few and far between in New York City, but this new Ayurvedic wellness collective opening in the heart of Chelsea will soon change that.
Dubbed OASES, the collective will encompass a restaurant, all-day café, and bazaar once fully open–the café and bazaar will open this month on Friday, August 16th, with the full-service restaurant, bar, and event space following closely behind.
And all we can say is prepare to have all five senses awakened!
OASES is poised to transform the city’s holistic landscape, providing a haven for those seeking balance and rejuvenation amidst NYC’s hustle and bustle.
Founder Sonam Sangmo will bring her Himalayan and Buddhist upbringing in India to each distinctive and carefully curated space, mindfully rooting each in the Ayurvedic principles of balance and harmony.
The 4,755-square-foot sanctuary will seamlessly fuse contemporary aesthetics with ancient influences alongside soft curves, a serene color palette, and lush foliage.
And those Ayurvedic principles will follow through to OASES’ culinary and beverage program, which will emphasize fresh, seasonal ingredients as well as ancient recipes aimed at promoting holistic well-being.
Making use of their serene vegetable garden, the café will serve nutritious breakfast and lunch options along with beverage options including high-grade Japanese matcha and teas from around the world.
The OASES Restaurant and Bar will, once open, offer nourishing epicurean dishes, natural wines, and bespoke cocktails.
Housed adjacent to the café will be the OASES Bazaar, a vibrant space to shop consciously.
A selection of eco-conscious products crafted by local artisans from around the globe will be offered across five categories: Organic Pantry, Health & Wellness, Clean Beauty & Body care, Home Wellness, and Creative Wellness.
Products include everything from organic Vermont maple syrup and natural supplements to clean beauty products from around the globe, meditation cushions, and tableware and linen goods.
The Bazaar will also debut a custom line of OASES products that include meditation cushions, temple incense, house-made Ayurvedic almond chili oil, tote bags, and more.
Additionally, an editorial-style wall within the bazaar will showcase seasonal collections on a rotating basis, mirroring the process of a fashion designer assembling a new collection.
Sangmo hopes that OASES will evoke feelings of warmth and provide those entering with a transformative experience. She hopes guests will feel like they’ve just stepped into a friend’s home.
Learn more about OASES online here.
101 West 14th Street
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