The three things you need to know today in New York: Thu June 29

1. Tonight there’s an Ice Cream Social at Ample Hills Creamery in Hell’s Kitchen. You get to eat the dessert plus learn how it’s made and play ice cream-themed trivia.

2. Discuss Jane Austen at a free talk at the Mid-Manhattan Library. Head to the library near Bryant Park at 6:30pm to learn about the Pride and Prejudice author.

3. Spend happy hour on Hornblower’s Alive After cruise. Set sail from Pier 15 at 6pm and drink as you watch the sunset.

For more events, check in with Time Out throughout the day.