Winter Star Party at Hickory Knolls
Clear your calendar and save the date for another night under the stars on January 13, 2012 from 6-10pm! OneDarkSky and iSkyWatch are teaming up with the Saint Charles Park District again for another star party at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center. Yes, it will be the dead of winter, but you can stay toasty warm and still enjoy the astro activities that will be offered.
Relax in the warmth and comfort of the Twinleaf Rooms in the Discovery Center and watch the big screen as images of our universe are projected live from telescopes outside on the patio. Or head outside to view like a pro!
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm - Activities for Families and Scouts
- Make winter constellation cards
- Hear Native American Constellation Stories
- Test your Solar System knowledge
- View the Moon, Jupiter and stars, indoors or outside
- Make a Star Finder and locate Polaris
- Moon Phases
Presentations:
- Dark Sky Preservation at 7:30 pm
- Winter Constellations at 8:00 pm
8:30 pm – 10:00 pm - Teen and Adult Viewing
- Tour the night skies and enjoy stargazing, indoors or outside
- Discuss current events in space exploration
"Ask An Expert" telescope advice offered throughout the evening
- Bring your questions about telescopes, set-up, calibration and more
*Refreshments including Charlie Fox’s Pizza will be available for purchase
*Cloud/Snow Date is Friday, January 20, same time
Event is FREE but please register at www.iskywatch.com/hickoryknolls so you can be notified of weather-related changes.
Located at:
Hickory Knolls Discovery Center
3975 Campton Hills Road
St. Charles, IL 60174
Located within the James O. Breen Community Park at Peck Road and Campton Hills Road.
For More Information please contact:
Lisa O ‘Brien
Nature Programs Coordinator
Hickory Knolls Discovery Center
lobrien@stcparks.org
630-513-4347
Next Star Party is March 2, 2012: Mars in March!