Families will be introduced to the wonders of astronomy through a presentation on a variety of exciting astronomy topics, followed by age-appropriate celestial activities while interacting with RHDDO Astronomers! All individuals/family members attending this program must be registered and a registered adult must accompany any registered participants under the age of 16. Please wear / bring appropriate supplies for being outdoors and arrive 15 minutes prior to the program start time in order to be signed in. This program runs rain or shine.
Important Note: The Observatory Dome/74” telescope will be closed for restoration work and will not be available for this program. Viewing of celestial objects will be provided using alternate telescopes set up outside (Weather Dependent).
*The Observatory Dome is closed September 23 – December 31, 2024
Dates and Times:
Saturday, September 13 – 8:30 – 10:30 p.m. – Who Really Discovered Neptune?
Friday, October 3 – 8 – 10 p.m.
Saturday, October 4 – 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. – How Does the Earth Move?
Saturday, October 25 – 7 – 9 p.m.
Saturday, November 1 – 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 15 – 6 – 8 p.m.
Friday, November 21 – 7 – 9 p.m. – Jupiter: King of the Planets
Saturday, December 6 – 6 – 8 p.m.
Friday, December 13 – 7 – 9 p.m. – Seasons of the Sun: How the Sun is tied to Christmas
Spaces are Limited – Pre-Register Online
(Photo by Adrian Pelletier)