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Upcoming Astronomy Events
As a service to our community, Sky & Telescope lists astronomy-related events, including star parties, observatory public nights, astronomy talks, and more. Star parties offer dark skies and astronomical fellowship and often cater to families and feature special activities for kids. Public nights give the general public a chance to view the sky through large telescopes, and public talks are a great place to learn the fundamentals of the science and the craft.
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How to Choose & Use Your Telescope (A Free, In-Person Lecture)
February 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST
Free
On Friday, February 27th, at 6:00 PM, join Hamptons Observatory at the East Hampton Library for a free, in-person lecture, “How to Choose and Use Your Telescope.” If you don’t know which telescope to buy, or if you already have a telescope but don’t know how to use it, or if there’s a problem with your equipment, this program is for you! Daniel Higgins, veteran amateur astronomer, Fellow in the Royal Astronomical Society, and the founder of AstroWorld Telescopes and AstroWorldTV, will answer your questions. Dan and Hamptons Observatory astronomers will also provide hands-on help with your individual issues. Feel free to bring your telescope. If time and weather permit, afterwards we’ll all go outside to do some stargazing, put your new knowledge to work, and maybe even see the “planet parade.” For further info and registration info go to: https://HamptonsObservatory.org
