Event

Astronomy Under the City Lights is a free to all-ages event presented by the Lake County Astronomical Society in cooperation with local libraries. LCAS volunteers will bring sophisticated telescopes to allow the public to view the Moon and other objects in the sky.

Visitors are welcome to view at any time during the scheduled hours, and stay as long as they want. No registration is required. Groups are welcome.

In the event of bad weather we have a back up date of March 6th.

Astronomy Under the City Lights is a free to all-ages event presented by the Lake County Astronomical Society in cooperation with local libraries. LCAS volunteers will bring sophisticated telescopes to allow the public to view the Moon and other objects in the sky. Visitors are welcome to view at any time during the scheduled hours, and stay as long as they want. No registration is required. Groups are welcome. Event is 'Weather Permitting'.

Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Time: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Central

Location: Zion Benton Public Library
2400 Gabriel Ave
Zion, IL 60099

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