Jupiter Nights is part of our annual single night even bigger astronomical extravaganza, which also follows our society’s very successful Jupiter Nights events run at Cygnus Observatory & the Washington Wetlands Centre on 10th/11th January.
Event held on Saturday, 8th February 2014, from 6:00 pm, at & in the grounds of the Nissan Sports & Leisure Complex (NSLC) .
For an fun evening full of assorted treats in the night sky, join our local astronomers in observing the wonders of the universe.
Powerful telescopes will be available to unveil the Moon, the giant planet Jupiter and its four largest moons; the amazing stellar nursery called the Orion Nebula; a gorgeous collection of star clusters including “The Seven Sisters” and “The Beehive;” plus many many other wonders of our Universe.
Tickets for Public:
Tickets: £6, Family deal tickets. 2 for 1 ticket offer for NSLC members only that can be purchased from the Nissan Sports & Leisure Complex (NSLC) Reception:Tel: 0191 415 2354, Fax: 0191 417 6335 or purchase tickets via NLSC event ticket booking when available.
SAS members & invited N.E. Astronomical Society members who wish to actively participate in the event with a telescope get in Free. For futher information re: participation, please contact: chairman@sunderlandastro.com.
Don’t miss out and get your tickets for this astronomical event before they sell out fast!
For location map & travel instructions, click on this event in our events calendar.
In summary:
- Suitable for all the ages.
- Lots of telescopes of all shapes and sizes
- 2 mobile planetariums available with Q&A.
- Interactive presentations & workshops with Q&A on:
- A Beginner’s Guide to the Universe, Dr Pete Edwards, Durham University;
- Introduction to Astronomy, Roy Alexander, Sunderland Astronomical Society;
- Comets, Meteors and the Rosetta mission; Dave Newton, Sunderland Astronomical Society;
- Lunar Exploration, Natalie Lowes, Sunderland Astronomical Society;
- Expertise and advice from local professional & amateur astronomers.
- Videos and Demonstrations.
- Stargazing calendars available.
- Astro-related Craft area for children.
- Bring a small torch along and convert it to an astro-friendly Red torch in the craft area.
- Hot food and drinks stalls.
- Bring suitable clothing for weather conditions.
