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Backyard Astronomy Workshop

  • 8485 Kipling Street Arvada, CO, 80005 United States (map)

Join Standley Lake Stargazing for a free three-week backyard astronomy workshop this summer! Aimed at beginners, this hands-on program will teach you everything you need to know to enjoy the night sky year-round, in addition to learning how to buy and use your own telescope.

Each week will be presented in a stand-alone format, so feel free to attend whichever program you’re most interested in, or attend all three weeks for the complete experience. 


Saturday

June 10th, 17th, 24th

2:00 - 3:30 PM

Standley Lake Public Library


Week 1  (June 10): Introduction to the Night Sky

The night sky can be confusing, but it doesn’t have to be! In this three-part workshop we’ll demystify the night sky and show you how to continue learning on your own. This first week we’ll get acquainted with the basic constellations, planets, and deep-sky objects that you can see with binoculars or a small telescope.

Week 2 (June 17): How To Find Anything in the Night Sky

Learn how to find the North Star, read star charts, track phases of the moon, and use a virtual planetarium on your phone, tablet, or computer. Additionally you’ll learn how to use completely free resources to find out what’s happening each week in the night sky. No background experience required!

Week 3 (June 24): Everything You Need to Know About Telescopes

When it comes to using a telescope, there are countless options available, but choosing the right one can be overwhelming. You’ll learn the basic principles of telescope operation, differences in telescope designs, and most importantly how to find one that’s right for you. If you already have your own, you’re invited to bring it if you’d like assistance getting up and running!

No registration required!

Two ways to join:

1) In-person at the Standley Lake Library 

8485 Kipling St

Arvada CO 80005

Phone: (303) 235-5275

2) Virtually via Zoom, sign-in here:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqceugrDgiHtQ4dppj34vHs6ZJvDMFI4LB

Launch the meeting (after registering) with this link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/98762823840?pwd=NWJ0Y3FMTnVZRGRxMmRZcHRkU2V5dz09

Families welcome. Hosted by Standley Lake Stargazing and Standley Lake Library

Send questions to Contact@StandleyLakeStargazing.com

Learn more at www.StandleyLakeStargazing.com/programs

Visit the library at jeffcolibrary.org/locations/SL/