Astronomy on Tap NYC: News & Views
Started in 2013 right here in Brooklyn, Astro on Tap NYC is a free event series that has expanded around the world! NYC monthly events run on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, and feature astronomy researchers, professionals, communicators, and enthusiasts on stage presenting short, engaging talks. Plus games with prizes! Held at Somethin’ Else in the DeKalb Market. Bring your curiosity and join the fun, and drink in the universe with us!
This month will be our 174th NYC event – News & Views. Talks on recent astronomy news, and some fancy new science! Our speakers are:
•James Chan, CUNY/AMNH, on the cosmic illusion - gravitational lensing.
•Dr. Kartheik Iyer (he/they), Flatiron Institute (Center for Computational Astrophysics) & University of Hawai'i (Institute for Astronomy), on the benefits and limitations of the use of AI in navigating the astrophysics literature.
•PLUS our very own Jose “MC Albert BeerStein” Adorno with a brand-new astronomy news segment!
Located in the DeKalb Market, Somethin’ Else is the bar next to the Escape Room, across from the Jamaican spot. Grab a bite from the market and bring it on in! Doors open at 7:00pm, event start at 7:15pm. Arrive early to get your seats, grab a drink, and settle in for science talks, trivia, prizes, and fun!
This event is part of Community Week NYC (May 9-17, 2026) - a citywide celebration of social connection. Explore all events so you can find your people at www.communityweek.nyc.