Astro Weekend with Sky Guy
Join us for a weekend under the stars September 27–28, led by Sky Guy Greg Redfern, NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador. Experience expert-led presentations, stunning telescope viewings, and unforgettable waterside stargazing sessions. Whether you’re an avid stargazer or simply curious about the night sky, this immersive event offers something for everyone.
Saturday, September 27
4:00 - 4:45 pm
Meet & Greet with the“Sky Guy” Greg Redfern
Enjoy complimentary light bites and refreshments while meeting our event host, browsing his books,and learning more about upcoming presentationsand activities.
_Location: Marker 24 Terrace_
6:40 - 7:00 pm
Telescope Moon Viewing
Explore the Moon’s craters and mountains through powerful telescopes, while learning about its history and current missions.
_Location: Waterfront at The Wetlands_
9:00 - 9:45 pm
This Isn’t Your Granddaddy’s Moon
Discover the latest updates on missions to the Moon by NASA, China, India, and more, including crewed endeavors, and explore the origins and evolutionof the Moon.
_Location: Waterfront at The Pointe_
10:00 - 11:00 pm
Under the Stars - Stargazing Experience
Bring a blanket or settle into an Adirondack chair with your libation of choice, and let's explore the night sky together using both our naked eyes and Sky Guy’s Unistellar telescope. We encourage you to bring red colored flashlights or headlamps and ask no brightwhite lights.
_Location: Waterfront at The Pointe_
Sunday, September 28
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Solar Viewing
Safely view the sun’s surface through specialized telescopes. See sunspots and flares up close, with the latest solar science and images. Lunch is available to order ahead at the host stand and enjoy on the port during viewing.
_Location: Waterfront at The Pointe_
4:00 - 5:00 pm
James Webb Space Telescope
The 2021 space telescope successor to HST seen up close and personal with latest pics and info direct from NASA.
_Location: Admiral Room & Courtyard_
6:40 - 7:00 pm
Telescope Moon Viewing
Explore the Moon’s craters and mountains through powerful telescopes, while learning about its history and current missions.
_Location: Waterfront at The Wetlands_
9:00 - 9:45 pm
The Milky Way and You
You live in a galaxy called the Milky Way. Learn about your home among the galaxies and see it as you have never seen it before.
_Location: Waterfront at The Pointe_
10:00 - 11:00 pm
Under the Stars - Stargazing Experience
Bring a blanket or settle into an Adirondack chair with your libation of choice, and let's explore the night sky together using both our naked eyes and Sky Guy’s Unistellar telescope. We encourage you to bring red colored flashlights or headlamps and ask no bright white lights.
_Location: Waterfront at The Pointe_
\\* Pricing is $30 per day or $50 for the full weekend. To register, please contact Guest Services at443-258-2228or[email protected].
Meet the Host the "Sky Guy" Greg Redfern
NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador \| Unistellar Ambassador \| WTOP Space Reporter
Author of " Astrophotography Is Easy!" and " Cruise Ship Astronomy and Astrophotography"
