Community Outreach
WVAC works in partnership with libraries in the West Valley to organize daytime and evening viewing of objects in the sky. Our outreach program provides a fun, hands-on educational astronomy experience for our community. Our goal is to enhance the public’s understanding of the world above us, and to share the sense of fun and wonderment that astronomers enjoy.
Upcoming Outreach Events
Upcoming events are listed below. Private library events may require special sign-up or registration. Other library events may require registration with the organizers at the event or prior to the event. Event details (reached by clicking the event title) provides organizers information, including website link, where appropriate, and location information.
- 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, December 11, 2024
- DECEMBER - Moon and Star Party at the Georgia T. Lord Library in Goodyear - 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, January 4, 2025
- JANUARY 2025 TENTATIVE - First Quarter Moon Star Party - Sidewalk Astronomy - 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, February 5, 2025
- FEBRUARY 2025 - Private Educational Science Event - 10:00 am – 11:30 am, March 8, 2025
- MARCH 2025 - Observe the Sun at Peoria Paloma Community Park - 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, March 8, 2025
- MARCH 2025 - Moon and Star Party at Peoria Paloma Community Park - 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, April 4, 2025
- APRIL 2025 - Moon and Star Party @ El Mirage Library - 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, May 3, 2025
- MAY 2025 TENTATIVE - First Quarter Moon Star Party - Sidewalk Astronomy - October 4, 2025
- International Observe the Moon Night - November 15, 2025
- NOVEMBER - Night Under the Stars (Alamo Lake State Park)
| WVAC Outreach as of 10/30/2024 | Volunteer Hours | Attendees |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 – 46 Events | 1203.5 | 2510 |
| 2023 – 44 events | 1150 | 1295 |
| 2022 – 46 events | 664 | 1219 |
| 2021 – 10 events | 277 | 809 |
