Light and Shadows

Celebrate the Moon with the rest of the world on “International Observe the Moon Night” ! See Moon shadows; Earth’s shadow;  What is day and night, really?  Is that Saturn or is it a star? Shadows, reflections and starlight in space.

Excitement for the whole family! Participate in hands-on astronomy activities followed by supervised observing through the many different telescopes of MDAS members. See stars, nebulae, galaxies, clusters, the moon and planets through member telescopes. Bring kids, binoculars, warm clothes (temperature can drop), snacks, water. No need for a flashlight but if you must bring one cover it in red plastic. Escorted exit several times during the evening through Northgate entrance.

Astronomy program is weather dependent including high fire danger.

Check our web site www.mdas.net, or call the park 925-837-2525 or email outreachinfo@mdas.net