Saturn, Jupiter and Moon
For Immediate Release
Contact: Ann Murray, 203-438-1063
The Discovery Center and the New Pond Farm Observatory, 101 Marchant Rd., West Redding, are hosting an astronomy program that is open to the public on Saturday, August 26th starting at 8:30 P.M. Saturn will be viewed with its magnificent rings. And there will be a final view of Jupiter with its sparkling moons. The moon, just having eclipsed the sun, will be five days old. For those with smartphones, there is a possibility that photos can be taken off the telescopes during the program. There will be a preview of what will be observed at 8:00 P.M. in the classroom building.
Participants should bring a flashlight for the walk from the parking area to the observatory, insect repellant, and maybe a lawn chair and binoculars, if you have them. The program is $4 per person for Discovery Center members, with a maximum of $16 per family. For non-members, the charge is $6 per person, with a maximum of $24 per family. Registration is required. Visit the Discovery Center website to register here or call 203-438-1063. If it looks as if the skies might be cloudy, check the website after 4:00 PM for program status.