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Astronomy Family Nights at David Dunlap Observatory

Saturday, November 15, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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)

Date & Time:

Saturday, November 15, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

VENUE:

David Dunlap Observatory

123 Hillsview Dr,
Richmond Hill, ON Canada

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