Kalamazoo Astronomical Society invites the public to stargaze in July – WKZO

KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) The Kalamazoo Astronomical Society is inviting the public to observe the wonders of the universe at its Owl Observatory in July.

The Observatory features a 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope.

In addition, telescopes of all sizes will be set up near the observatory which is located on the grounds of the Kalamazoo Nature Center at 7000 North Westnedge Avenue.

Upcoming observing dates:

Saturday, July 9:The Moon and Double Stars of Summer

Saturday, July 23:Saturn and the Summer Triangle

Observing begins both nights at 9:30 p.m.

Each session will also feature a constellation workshop to help attendees learn to read a simple star map and find bright stars and constellations on their own.

The workshop will be followed by a guided tour of the night sky.

More information can be found at http://www.kasonline.org/

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