Fascinated by the different galaxies and stars? Then come and learn more! This winter and spring the Kempsville Recreation Center is partnering with the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers Club to provide residents with a fun and interactive introductory series on the wonders above. Classes are two part - in class instructional, followed by a stroll outside to look up and see the night skies through telescopes provided. (Weather permitting).
- Class fee $5 per person- center membership or day pass is required, or a qualifying insurance membership such as Silver Sneakers
- Great Family Activity
- Telescopes will be available
- SIGN UP NOW!!! Spots are limited (maximum of 30)
- PLEASE NOTE: PARTICIPANTS UNDER THE AGE OF 10 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
Reservations are required and the point of contact at the Rec Center is Gail Sparrow:
- Kempsville Recreation Center
- (757) 385-5970
- fun@VBgov.com
WED JAN 17, 6:30-8:30PM - Class 24-1
Introduction to Astronomy
- What is Astronomy?
- The Tools of an Astronomer
- Objects to look for -- The Moon, planets, star clusters, etc.
- Weather permitting we hope to see the following potential targets this evening:
- Jupiter
- First Quarter Moon ("Half Moon")
- Seas of Tranquility, Serenity, Crises, and Fertility
- Craters Langrenus, Petavius, Furnerius, Cleomedes, etc.
- Constellations Orion, Canis Major, Gemini, Auriga
WED FEB 14, 6:30-8:30 PM - Class 24-2
Hearts and Love in the Night Sky
- Heart and Soul Nebula
- Broken Heart Cluster
- Potential Targets for observing this evening (weather permitting)
- Jupiter
- Bright stars Sirius, Rigel, Betelgeuse, Capella
- Constellations Orion, Canis Major, Gemini, Auriga
- The Orion Nebula
WED MAR 6, 6:30-8:30PM- Class 24-3
Getting Started -- and Eclipse Prep
- Binoculars, planisphere, star charts, learning the constellations
- Astronomy magazines and astronomy clubs
- DON'T buy a telescope!
- Upcoming Solar Eclipse -- April 8, 2024
- Potential "targets" for observing, weather permitting
- Jupiter
- Bright stars Sirius, Rigel, Betelgeuse, Procyon. Aldebaran, Capella
- The Constellations Orion, Canis Major, Taurus, Auriga, Gemini
- The Orion Nebula
- The Pleiades Open Cluster
THU APR 11, 7:30-9:00PM- Class 24-4
Using a Telescope -- and Eclipse Recap
- Types of telescopes
- Finders, making a list, logging, software apps & programs
- How to use your telescope equipment, charts and logs
- Preparation for observing
- Be patient and persistent
- Potential "targets" for observing, weather permitting
- Jupiter (low in the west)
- The North Star, Polaris
- Bright stars Sirius, Rigel, Betelgeuse, Procyon. Aldebaran, Capella
- The Constellations Orion, Canis Major, Ursa Major, Gemini
- The Orion Nebula
- The Pleiades Open Cluster
Location: Kempsville Community Recreation Center, 800 Monmouth Lane, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Eastern
Location:
Kempsville Community Recreation Center
800 Monmouth Lane
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
