Moonbeam gatherings
Find the next three club gatherings at a glance, with clear focus notes so beginners and regular members can plan an easy evening under the sky.
Friday, October 9, 2026 · 7:30–9:30 PM
Focus: Spot Pegasus, Andromeda, and the Great Square while learning simple star-hopping steps for first-time observers.
Location: North Hill Park overlook, west field path entrance.
Bring: Warm layer, red-light torch, and a notebook for observation notes.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 7:00–8:45 PM
Focus: Observe lunar mare edges and crater shadows during first-quarter light for clearer surface contrast.
Location: Riverside School rooftop terrace, south stair access.
Bring: Binoculars or small scope, pencil, and a simple moon map printout.
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 8:00–9:45 PM
Focus: Practice finding the Pleiades and Andromeda Galaxy, with calm guidance on averted vision technique.
Location: East Meadow commons, near the old observatory marker.
Bring: Folding chair, thermos, and star app set to night mode.
