One of the longest running astronomy programs in the city led by seasoned professor/astronomer Mark Freilich features an indoor question and answer session on basic astronomy, 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 15 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).

Sky Highlights for March 24
In the March skies Orion and the winter constellations decline in the west as Leo and the spring stars parade in the east. We will observe the open star clusters in the constellation Auriga. We will observe the last of the Orion constellation including Rigel, Betelgeuse, and the Orion nebula. We will see Sirius the brightest star in the sky for the last time of the year. Also we will be able to see the craters on the moon


(rain date March 3)