Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area A.S.T.R.A.

Jakes Branch Public Star Party

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Event

Members will share views of the universe through their telescopes weather permitting

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026

Time: 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. Eastern

Location: Jakes Branch County Park
1100 Double Trouble Road
Beachwood, NJ 08722

Information for Visitors

Location Details

Jakes Branch County Park
We are moving our telescope setup to the parking lots between the soccer fields and softball fields. Follow the "Star Party" signs.
1100 Double Trouble Road
Beachwood, NJ 08722
(click to get directions)
check weather forecast
Jakes Branch Home Page

Notes:
Check the ASTRA message board for the latest updates on ASTRA's star parties.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Sat 8/22/2026
9 p.m. - 11 p.m. Eastern 		Jakes Branch Public Star Party Jakes Branch County Park
1100 Double Trouble Road Beachwood, NJ
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Sat 9/19/2026
8 p.m. - 10 p.m. Eastern 		Jakes Branch Public Star Party Jakes Branch County Park
1100 Double Trouble Road Beachwood, NJ