Telescope Night - Hosted by MJC Astronomy Club

Come join us for an appreciation of the universe! We would love to see you! Bring your family, friends, kids!
  • First Thursdays of the summer months
  • Open to the public
  • Free Admission
  • Free Viewing Through Telescopes
  • Free Parking on North Drive
  • Concessions Available
  • This event will take place as scheduled, weather permitting. Cancellation is likely if it is: raining, hailing, overcast, or other intense weather. If the event is canceled, we will try to let you know. The weather is a fickle thing.
    • Look for Updates on our Facebook page, FaceBook.com/MJCAstronomyClub
Other Notes:
  • This event is hosted by volunteers, please be considerate to the volunteers and other guests. We appreciate your understanding.
  • Feedback is always appreciated. Do you like what you see? How can we improve?
  • If you want to know more about space, there are generally many knowledgeable people there, we can see what we can do!
  • We try to have activities for the kids at our events (in addition to viewing stars, planets, etc).
  • We try to have related videos for your viewing pleasure playing on an indoor screen.
  • Outdoor seating is limited. You may want to bring folding chairs or blankets.
  • Insect repellant or coats may be a good idea.
Club Member Reminder: Show up early. :-) Hope to see you there!

Date: Friday, 4/5/2013

Time: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM Pacific

Location: Modesto Junior College, 435 College Avenue, Modesto, CA 95350

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  • Sunset Image
    Sunset: 7:32 PM
  • Waning Crescent
    Moon
  • Sky Chart - click to enlarge
    What's in the Sky this evening?

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Telescope Night Mini-Flyer (PDF, 385 KB)

Telescope Night 4x4 Mini Flyer (PDF, 394 KB)

Location Details

Modesto Junior College
Modesto Junior College East Campus is located near downtown Modesto, CA. not far from Freeway 99.

435 College Avenue

Modesto, CA 95350

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Modesto Junior College

Notes:
Public Starparties are held on MJC East Campus on the Science building lawn, near rooms 132/134 and North Drive. Free parking at the times of the star parties on North Drive.

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