Observatory Event for Friday 10 February is on!

The skies are looking clear, so we are a go for tonight! I can't promise that the clouds won't roll in, but we'll do our best to see the comet and the other astronomical wonders that are visible tonight.

Temperatures are forecast to be in the 40s, so please dress warmly. :)

We'll get started at:

7:00 pm

in Science Center (SC) room 406.

As always, sincere thanks for your interest in the observatory!

Observatory Night Schedule for Spring 2023

Observatory Nights are back for Spring 2023!

Friday 24 Mar 2023 | 8 - 9 PM

Friday 7 Apr 2023 | 8:30 - 9:30 PM
Friday 21 Apr 2023 | 8:30 - 9:30 PM

Friday 5  May 2023 | 8:30 - 9:30 PM
Friday 19 May 2023 | 9 - 10 PM

Events are free, but because of occupancy limitations on the roof, we require guests to make reservations via Eventbrite.

Reservations can be made here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/539593307107.

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Events will be cancelled for bad weather. I will make the call as soon as I am able, usually about 2 hours prior to the event start time. An announcement will be sent to the email address you registered with Eventbrite and I will post the status on this website.

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About the Guest Nights:

During Observatory Guest Nights we use Montgomery College telescopes to view and learn about visible solar system objects, star clusters, and nebulae. We also spend some time looking at the sky with just our eyes in order to locate constellations and planets that can be seen this time of the year.

You'll leave with a star chart and the ability to find celestial objects on your own.
Astronomy faculty will be on hand to answer questions about the universe.

Some things to note:

• Dress for the weather. The observatory is located outside on the roof of the Science Center.
• We meet in Science Center room 406 (SC406). We go up to the roof as a group. If you're late, there will be a staff member or student in SC406 to escort you upstairs.
• Children are welcome (and encouraged!) to attend, although campus policy prohibits children younger than five years of age on the roof.
• Parking is free.

I want to continue to improve the observatory nights. If you have suggestions or comments, please let me know.

Comet Event Cancelled for Friday 3-Feb-2023 - it's too cold!

I am deeply sorry to cancel the event this evening, but due to the Arctic blast and the accompanying cold temps, we cannot host the public at the observatory tonight.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend, and please stay warm out there. :)