WNC Observatory offers free Saturday lectures, clinics
Want a front row seat to the universe? Free weekly ‘Star Parties’ take place on most Saturday evenings at the Jack C. Davis Observatory on the Western Nevada College Carson City campus. Guests are encouraged to peer through telescopes at the night sky and visit with observatory volunteers, who are happy to answer questions.
On many evenings, slide lectures are offered by Michael Thomas, on a wide variety of astronomy-related topics. Doors open at 6 p.m., and lectures begin at 6:30 p.m.
Upcoming events include:
March 16: Open House Night and Telescope Clinic
Bring your own telescope, or your questions about telescopes. Enjoy tours of the facility and telescope viewing, depending on weather. No lecture.
March 23: "Jules Verne, the Father of Science Fiction" Lecture - 6:30 p.m.
Mike Thomas examines the life and work of the man who turned the world's view to space. His books have captured the imagination of many generations. Learn how Verne's creations of fictitious futures have turned out to be accurately prophetic in many ways.
March 30: Open House Night and Telescope Clinic
Bring your own telescope, or your questions about telescopes. Enjoy tours of the facility and telescope viewing, depending on weather. No lecture.
April 6: Open House Night and Telescope Clinic
Bring your own telescope, or your questions about telescopes. Enjoy tours of the facility and telescope viewing, depending on weather. No lecture.