Celebrate Astronomy Day at New Pond Farm on April 21

The Discovery Center at Ridgefield and New Pond Farm Observatory, 101 Marchant Rd., West Redding, are offering a public astronomy program on Saturday, April 21st, at 8:15 PM.

The main program will be preceded by an optional discussion of objects to be viewed, which will take place in the Learning Center classroom at 7:45 PM. This pre-session will give participants, especially children, a better understanding of what they will be viewing during the live observing session.

Astronomy Day is set by the Astronomical League to stimulate an interest in nighttime objects we can see from our spaceship earth. The first quarter Moon will feature craters, mountains and the Sea of Tranquility, the US’ first moon base. We will view spring constellations of Gemini the Twins, Cancer the Crab and Leo the Lion.

Attendees with smartphones can try their hand at taking a photo of the Moon through a telescope. Participants should dress warmly and bring a flashlight for the walk to the observatory. There is a warming building next to the telescopes. The program is $4 for D C members, with a maximum of $16 per family. For nonmembers, the charge is $6, with a maximum $24 per family.

Registration is required at http://www.ridgefielddiscovery.org/) or by calling 203-438- 1063. If the skies appear cloudy, check the website after 4:00 PM for program status.

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Submitted by Redding, CT

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