Save the date!
Moon and Star Party at the Surprise Regional Library
Saturday, Nov 9th
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Surprise Regional Library
16089 N. Bullard Ave.
Surprise AZ
On November 2nd the annual “Night Under the Stars” astronomy star party will take place in the Group Area at Alamo Lake State Park. Solar Viewing will take place at 12:00 – 5:00pm followed by a presentation by JD Maddy. After the presentation the public is welcome to enjoy the night sky with all of the astronomers who volunteer for this event. The West Valley Astronomy Club has been an active member of this event for over 6 years and is sometimes accompanied by other astronomy clubs from Arizona. JD Maddy has worked for years with the Arizona Park Department to provide the public with a chance to enjoy the night sky.
For updates for this events please check the Alamo Lake State Parks Events Calendar
Please check with the Arizona State Park (Alamo Lake) for camping reservations.
Always remember to Keep Looking Up.
On November 1st the WVAC members put on an early “Night Under the Stars” astronomy star party. The weather was not looking good for the official star party date (11/02) so they went a day early with great results and plenty of visitors.
International Observe the Moon Night – Peoria Public Library at Centennial Plaza
Telescopes provided by the West Valley Astronomy Club
On the Centennial Plaza just Southeast of the Peoria Library
Saturday, September 14 – 6:30 – 8:30 pm
This event is open to the public and guests of the library (registration required).
Join us for this fun event!
For more information and to register for the event visit: Peoria Library Website
International Observe the Moon Night is a time to come together with fellow Moon enthusiasts and curious people worldwide. Everyone on Earth is invited to learn about lunar science and exploration, take part in celestial observations, and honor cultural and personal connections to the Moon.
Official NASA website: https://moon.nasa.gov/observe-the-moon-night/about/overview/
Download the NASA International Observe the Moon Night Flyer: NASA Download
