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Fascinated by the different galaxies and stars? Then come and learn more! This winter and spring the Kempsville Recreation Center is partnering with the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers Club to provide residents with a fun and interactive introductory series on the wonders above. Classes are two part - in class instructional, followed by a stroll outside to look up and see the night skies through telescopes provided. (Weather permitting).Class fee $5 per person- center membership or day pass is required, or a qualifying insurance membership such as Silver Sneakers
- Great Family Activity
- Telescopes will be available
- SIGN UP NOW!!! Spots are limited (maximum of 30)
- PLEASE NOTE: PARTICIPANTS UNDER THE AGE OF 10 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
Reservations are required and the point of contact at the Rec Center is Gail Sparrow:
- Kempsville Recreation Center
- (757) 385-5970
- [email protected]
WED JAN 17, 6:30-8:30PM - Class 24-1
Introduction to Astronomy
What is Astronomy?
The Tools of an Astronomer
Objects to look for -- The Moon, planets, star clusters, etc.
Weather permitting we hope to see the following potential targets this evening:
Jupiter
First Quarter Moon ("Half Moon")
Seas of Tranquility, Serenity, Crises, and Fertility
Craters Langrenus, Petavius, Furnerius, Cleomedes, etc.
Constellations Orion, Canis Major, Gemini, Auriga
WED FEB 14, 6:30-8:30 PM - Class 24-2
Hearts and Love in the Night Sky
Heart and Soul Nebula
Broken Heart Cluster
Potential Targets for observing this evening (weather permitting)
Jupiter
Bright stars Sirius, Rigel, Betelgeuse, Capella
Constellations Orion, Canis Major, Gemini, Auriga
The Orion Nebula
WED MAR 6, 6:30-8:30PM- Class 24-3
Getting Started -- and Eclipse Prep
Binoculars, planisphere, star charts, learning the constellations
Astronomy magazines and astronomy clubs
DON'T buy a telescope!
Upcoming Solar Eclipse -- April 8, 2024
Potential "targets" for observing, weather permitting
Jupiter
Bright stars Sirius, Rigel, Betelgeuse, Procyon. Aldebaran, Capella
The Constellations Orion, Canis Major, Taurus, Auriga, Gemini
The Orion Nebula
The Pleiades Open Cluster
*THU APR 11, 7:30-9:00PM- Class 24-4
This was rescheduled to May 16 because it conflicted with the total solar eclipse
Using a Telescope -- and Eclipse Recap
Types of telescopes
Finders, making a list, logging, software apps & programs
How to use your telescope equipment, charts and logs
Preparation for observing
Be patient and persistent
Potential "targets" for observing, weather permitting
Jupiter (low in the west)
The North Star, Polaris
Bright stars Sirius, Rigel, Betelgeuse, Procyon. Aldebaran, Capella
The Constellations Orion, Canis Major, Ursa Major, Gemini
The Orion Nebula
The Pleiades Open Cluster
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Kempsville Recreation Center, 798 Monmouth Ln, Virginia Beach, VA 23464-2945, United States,Virginia Beach, Virginia
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