Author: Gabby Gomez
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Gotham’s Creatures of the Night
New York City’s bats are battling disease and habitat loss, yet they are crucial in our ecosystem – devouring mosquitoes, protecting crops, and keeping the balance of urban life. Learn the science behind Gotham’s bats and how New Yorkers can help them thrive.
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How to Save Your Seeds For Next Season
Learn how to collect, dry, and store seeds from your garden this fall – from squash to berries – and even how to prepare plants like figs for a New York winter. Explore the scientific insights on seed longevity and genetics happening in your garden.
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Nightshade: The poison that could be in your backyard
In New York’s green spaces, you might stumble across deadly nightshade – a plant as beautiful as it is dangerous, with a history that blurs the line between remedy and risk.
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Climate Week NYC 2025: A Citywide Call for Climate Action
Climate Week NYC 2025, from September 21-29, gathers leaders and activists to address climate issues through events, emphasizing local action’s connection to global challenges and solutions.
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We are So Back
Outer Havens was forced to take an impromptu hiatus for a few months. Thank you for joining us again for science news and more
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August in the Garden: How to Keep Your NYC Green Space Thriving Through Heat and Harvest
August is the time to focus on maintaining your garden, harvet, and prep for fall. Here 5 Actions you need to take!
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From $3 Swipes to Gridlock Gripe: MTA’s Fare Hike Adds Insult to NYC Subway Misery
Another fare hike, another headache: The MTA’s $3 swipe is coming soon—but with crumbling service, endless delays, and congestion pricing looming, riders are asking: What exactly are we paying for?
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Shark Sightings Are Rising at New York Beaches — Here’s What’s Luring Them In
Sharks are swimming closer to New York’s shores — and while the headlines might sound alarming, scientists say it’s actually a sign of something good.
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Did funds go Down the Drain, or is $1 Million Bathrooms Worth it?
Think your bathroom breaks are worth $1 million? New York City just opened its first modular public restrooms — and each one cost taxpayers seven figures. Here’s why, and what it means for the future of public bathrooms in NYC.
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10 Vegetables You Start In July
Gardening Season is far from over. Here are 10 vegetables you can grow right now!
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