Stargazing Wonders – Astronomy Night Nov

Adult Program | This program is completed

Adults, children ages 9 and up

Saturday, November 11, 2017 (one day)

7:30 PM-9:30 PM on Sat

$16.00

Seasoned professor/astronomer Mark Freilich will lead each of these interactive astronomy programs. Each program features an indoor question and answer session on basic astronomy, fun and games followed by exciting outdoor viewing using a professional telescope. Participants are welcome to bring their own telescopes and binoculars. Handout information packet is included. Limited to 20 participants. (although this is an adult workshop, children ages 9 and up are welcome to register as long as they are accompanied by a participating adult).

November 11 Sky Highlights
The main sky highlights for this month are the Andromeda Galaxy, and the Great Square of Pegasus. Will locate the constellation Taurus and see the open star cluster Hyades. Also, we hope to see the beautiful open cluster the Plieades or the "seven sisters". We will observe open star clusters in the constellation Auriga, and observe the sun like star Capella as well.


(rain date Nov. 18)