Hawthorn Woods At Night Stargazing Class
As
a designated International Dark Sky Community, the Village of Hawthorn
Woods invites you to enjoy the amazing night sky while exploring the
joys of stargazing.
All
ages and families are welcome! In this program, you will learn how to
operate a telescope, about night sky navigation and preservation, how to
identify the constellations, and the impact of light pollution. This
class will be held outside just after sunset at Community Park. Handouts
will accompany each class to reinforce information discussed. In order
to participate, face coverings and physical distancing are mandatory.
One registration fee per family. Instructed by Jim Stewart, Hawthorn
Woods resident and astronomical enthusiast. Please feel free to bring
along your binoculars!
Thursdays, Sept. 30- Oct. 21, 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Community Park
Fees: $25/resident; $35/non-resident