Friends, if you’re looking for a summer Saturday that promises wonder, creativity, and a fresh look at the world around us, we’ve found just the spot. On Saturday, July 19, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, our neighbors from iDig2Learn are inviting all ages to “Field Guide: An Eye on Color” a vibrant and hands-on event at Socrates Sculpture Park in Queens.
Nature’s Hidden Rainbows
This interactive session opens our eyes to the dazzling world of color as seen by creatures we often overlook. Did you know that hummingbirds see red vividly, but bees don’t? Or that pollinators can detect ultraviolet patterns completely invisible to us?
Together, we’ll explore:
- How different species perceive color
- The calming effects of green on our bodies
- The emotional and biological power of the color spectrum
- How our local ecosystem is bursting with unseen visual communication
This isn’t your typical art or science class, it’s a joyful, tactile adventure in one of New York City’s most imaginative outdoor spaces.
Event Details
- What: Field Guide: An Eye on Color with iDig2Learn
- When: Saturday, July 19, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Where: Socrates Sculpture Park, 32-01 Vernon Blvd, Queens
- Cost: Free and open to all ages
- RSVP: Space is limited! Email education@socratessculpturepark.org to reserve your spot.
See the World Through New Eyes
This is a unique chance to not only observe the natural world but to experience it the way birds, bees, and butterflies do. Whether you’re bringing your little ones or just your own curiosity, you’re sure to leave with a renewed sense of awe for the environment and maybe even a new favorite color.
Let’s venture out, friends. The spectrum awaits.
The Line That Didn’t Land
I stood in the back of Good Shepherd Chapel on the evening of April 15, 2026, at the Steam Plant Demolition Town Hall, watching people adjust scarves and jackets before the meeting began. Benjamin Jones, President and CEO of RIOC, thanked us for attending and, without a pause, said he was “pleased to host tonight’s town hall on the city’s demolition of its steam plant.” The demolition, in other words, was not up for discussion.
