NOVAC invites you to the largest public star party in the Washington DC area. Learn about astronomy while enjoying the night sky with hundreds of telescopes, binoculars and homemade projects. Many experienced astronomers will be on hand to answer questions and share their knowledge. […]
We are stil looking for volunteers, so am asking that anyone with the least inclination to pitch in and do some relief work to come and do so! Especially needed are any members with solar scopes, or those who have interest in promoting IDA or other Dark Sky initiatives. The Mayfest is a full day of old-fashioned family fun, including live music, local vendors, food and drink, and even a pie-eating contest! For more information visit www.lovettsvillemayfest.com
The weather forecast is pretty (un)clear fortonight, so I'm canceling this event today. Just a heads up - next month is a double header, on SAT 15JUN we'll have solar observing in the afternoon and nighttime stargazing at night. So I'll be needing volunteers for both or either. Greg - I'm copying you on this [...]
The whole family will enjoy this free event! Activities include: safe views of the sun, fun games for kids, a guided tour of the night sky and spectacular views of the universe through club member’s telescopes. Special presentations in our big tent – Rain or Shine – “Just Do It! Getting Started in Astrophotography” by Bob [...]
OK folks - The weather forecast looks great for tonight, so the public night Messier Marathon is ON. One complication - unfavorable soggy grass field conditions. Craig Johnson (Crockett Park Manager) indicated a potential for cars getting stuck on the field. Members of the public: Due to anticipated poor grass field conditions, that we request that public [...]
Check out the session below that is going on over at GMU! There are bunch of opportunities through the early Spring, so check out the full event calendar for the list. Manuela Dal Forno and The World of Lichens - Research Hall Science Showcase (especially recommended for kids). 1st talk at 6PM (weather permitting), same [...]
Pick your site and Come join us for a Public night at C.M. Crockett Park or Great Meadow. These are great locations to come out to; bring yourself or the whole family to see telescope views provided by members of NOVAC.
The event is cancelled due to bad weather conditions.
Updated Saturday 10am - The event is a go, the clear sky clock shows clear to partly cloudy skies till around 9 pm. I hope you can come out and observe with us at NOVAC's first official public observing night of the new year!
Weather forecast is grim for tonight, so I'm canceling. That said, thanks for all your public night support in 2012 & see you later this month and in 2013! Here is the event link to the next Public night @ C.M. Crockett - Also here the link to information on the Crockett Park and the viewing site.
